Garden City Middle School was again recognized by the Anti-Defamation League New York/New Jersey chapter as a “No Place for Hate School.” Ten students went to the NPFH Celebration accompanied by reading teacher Dr. Kim Greenwald and special education teacher Jenn Pollack to receive their NPFH banner. Greenwald and Pollack are also both leaders of the Anti-Bullying Task Force, a group of teachers focused on creating a safe and engaging learning environment for all.
NPFH banner ceremonies serve as congratulatory events to honor the hard work of dedicated school communities which have completed the program. Designated schools receive a tailored NPFH banner to collect and display in their school with every completed year.
The middle school years are a complex and challenging experience for all of our learners,” Garden City Middle School Principal Matthew Samuelson said. “It is a fundamental part of our work that we do everything in our power to create a learning environment that is safe, comfortable and engaging for all and the teacher-facilitated, student-led work that earned us our latest NPFH designation is a perfect example of our commitment to creating a space that is welcoming for all.
