The  dedication plaque commemorating the inauguration of the Palisade Preparatory school was unveiled in a gala celebration at the school Thursday, April 30, 2009.

The festivities included student musical performances under the direction of William Olenick, Music Teacher/Band Director, a gallery of art work by students of Visual Arts Teacher Laura Malone, a tour of the architecturally significant building and a proclamation from the Mayor.

Special guests include Yonkers Public Schools Superintendent Bernard P. Pierorazio, Yonkers Board of Education President Gerald Sudick, Yonkers Mayor Philip A. Amicone, and Helen Santiago, Vice President, New Small Schools Initiatives, College Board Schools.

Palisade Preparatory School is a College Board School established in collaboration with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation offers a rigorous and challenging curriculum in College Preparatory Studies for students in grades 6 through 12. The principal of the school is Michael Angresano.

Dressed for Success
The way students dress at Palisade Preparatory School is not a fashion statement. It’s a vision statement. These sixth graders see themselves seven years from now: in college preparing for their future careers. And, they dress for their success in sharp maroon shirts, and khaki slacks and skirts. They do look sharp!