Colin Powell Elementary School

Colin Powell Elementary School is located at 1500 New York Avenue in Union City nestled in a densely developed urban neighbourhood of Hudson County. The school serves students from grades K-5 and enrolls approximately 702 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. 42% of students are proficient in math and 49% meet or exceed grade-level reading benchmarks. The student population is made up of 50% female students and 50% male students. The school environment is modern and designed with the latest facilities supporting a dynamic mix of academic, arts and enrichment programming

An intriguing feature is Its state-of-the-art 121,000-square-foot campus, featuring rooftop playgrounds, science labs, a media centre and a performance auditorium that reflects Union City’s commitment to high-quality education. Parents say that the staff are caring and they like the choice of arts programs and the sense of community; all of which make it one of the strongest not only elementary but one of the top elementary schools in New Jersey for families wanting an art integrated urban school.

Colin Powell Elementary School announced its “12 Days of Christmas” event, scheduled from December 5–20, 2024, for staff and students.

Q1. How can I get involved in school activities at Colin Powell Elementary?

Ans. Parents can join the Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO), which supports school events and helps strengthen the home-school connection.

Q2. Who do I contact if I believe my child is being bullied or experiencing harassment at school?

Ans. You should contact the school’s designated HIB (Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying) Coordinator; the school lists Mr. Joseph Bonacci as the HIB Coordinator.

Q3. Where can I find school news, events, and updates for Colin Powell Elementary?

Ans. The institution accomplishes this by publishing the news and forthcoming events on the school’s Website regularly, including the Parent Portal and the calendar.

Q4. If my family doesn’t speak English as a first language, how will the school support communication?

Ans. The PTO and school encourage parent involvement and communication in multiple ways to engage all families, which helps bridge language or cultural differences.

Q5. How does the school keep parents informed about academic and social progress?

Ans. The use of the Parent Portal and a regular update on homework and events are the means through which the school keeps parents informed about their child's learning and social ??????????environment.