Exterior of Covert Avenue Elementary School

Covert Avenue School

Mrs. Alison Gunn, Principal
Mrs. Valerie Donoghue, Asst. Principal

Mrs. Jessica Trione, Asst. Principal

144 Covert Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003
Phone: (516) 326-5560
Fax: (516) 326-0547
Hours: 9:10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Our Mission: To support, encourage and challenge our students and staff in a collaborative environment that nurtures high educational expectations.

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Aligned with Elmont Union free School District’s mission of reaching and teaching for excellence, the Covert Avenue Elementary School Family is committed to creating students who are ready to meet the challenges of our ever-changing world. Together as a community of learners, we design challenging instruction to assist our students reach their personal goals and achieve academic excellence.

In all grades, our students are challenged with rigorous curriculum that is aligned and supports the Common Core Learning Standards. At Covert Avenue, our students are on the way towards college and their future careers!

Along with our academic goals, our Covert Avenue staff and families build character in our students. Special attention is made in the development of the traits which our students will need to become responsible members of society. Together as a school community, we stress and model the attributes of confidence, respect, honesty, citizenship and tolerance. Our commitment to educating the whole child is reflected by the motto that adorns our front lawn, “Children for a Better Tomorrow.” With our entire school community, Covert Avenue students are guided to reach their personal potential and achieve academic success.

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Announcements

Covert Avenue School Hosts Annual Patriot Day Ceremony

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On September 11, Covert Avenue School students and staff gathered outside with members of American Legion Post 1033 for a heartfelt Patriot Day tribute, joining together as a community to honor and remember the heroes of 9/11 during the school’s annual commemoration.

Principal Alison Gunn welcomed the scholars, staff and veterans to the assembly, followed by the raising of the flag and Pledge of Allegiance. The school community recognized the significance of the day and honored local veterans in attendance with a moment of silence.

The fifth grade chorus, under the direction of music teacher Sheryl Turk, sang beautiful renditions of “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “American Tears.”

Assistant Principal Valerie Donoghue delivered words of reflection, and Assistant Principal Jessica Trione read a tribute poem, further reminding students and staff of the significance of remembrance and unity.

To reinforce the importance of the day, scholars crafted commemorative hats and took part in meaningful classroom lessons that enriched their understanding of the historical impact and civic importance of 9/11.

“Let us carry forward the lessons of today: kindness, respect and unity,” Ms. Gunn said. “September 11th reminds us how important it is to look out for one another, to stand strong together and to always show compassion.”