The Matilda Avenue School (PS 567) ended a school-wide “Kindness Initiative” in recent months where students earned “Matilda Merit” badges for showing extraordinary empathy and helpfulness on a daily basis. The campus successfully launched the new “Urban Farming Project” to provide students with a hands-on space to learn local botany and the importance of sustainability. The school was also highlighted in a regional feature for its extensive after-school enrichment programs, especially in choral music and traditional dance.

Q1. How does the "Urban Farming Project" at Matilda Avenue School provide hands-on learning for students?

Ans. The project provides a dedicated space where students learn about local botany and the importance of sustainability through direct experience.

Q2. What kind of social support does the peer-mentorship program offer at Matilda Avenue School?

Ans. The program pairs older students with younger buddies to provide social support and foster community within the school.

Q3. How does the fine arts rotation at Matilda Avenue School encSchool'sage student exploration?

Ans. Students participate in a dedicated rotation where they have the opportunity to explore both visual arts and music.

Q4. What specific digital skills are taught in the technology elective at Matilda Avenue School?

Ans. The elective focuses on teaching students the essential basics of digital research and online safety.

Q5. How does Matilda Avenue School recognize students who demonstrate extraordinary empathy?

Ans. Through the "Kindness Initiative," students can earn "Matilda Merit" badges for showing empathy and helpfulness in their daily interactions.