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Pennington cupids create Valentine's Day cards for the community

Students making Valentine's Day cards.
Pennington cupids create Valentine's Day cards for the community

Scholars at the Pennington School dedicated their time and creativity to producing over 300 handcrafted Valentine’s Day cards, each containing thoughtful messages of kindness and compassion, for distribution to senior living communities. Pennington School partnered with the Mount Vernon Police Department Wellness Division, whose officers carefully delivered the cards to the residents of Sunrise Assisted Living and the Westchester Rehabilitation Center in Mount Vernon.

This act of generosity was part of the Cupid Project, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that sponsors this annual card-giving initiative. The beautifully crafted Valentine’s Day cards were created to help combat loneliness among older adults, foster a sense of community connection, and bring joy to individuals who may have limited contact with family members.

Students making Valentine's Day cards.
Students making Valentine's Day cards.
Students making Valentine's Day cards.
Students making Valentine's Day cards.
Students making Valentine's Day cards.
Students making Valentine's Day cards.

 

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Pennington School staff wear pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Pennington School is recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness on Mondays this October. While Pennington spreads awareness every year, this year is particularly unique for their school community. Mrs. Faryn Goldstein, music teacher, created shirts for the school to help staff members "MAKE SOME NOISE" for a cure.

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Summer Enrichment Program at Pennington keeps K-7 students learning and creating

Students at Pennington School are sharpening their academic skills while enjoying creative, hands-on activities through the Mount Vernon City School District’s Summer Enrichment Program. Held Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. throughout July, the program gives students opportunities to strengthen their English Language Arts and math skills while participating in engaging enrichment activities designed to make learning fun.