Enrico Fermi School for the Performing Arts
27 Poplar Street • Yonkers, NY 10701 •
(914) 376-8460
- Grades Pre-K – 8
- Performing Arts
- Dual Language/Two-way Bilingual Enrichment Model
The Theme/Philosophy
Performing Arts
- Inquiry-based learning emphasizes group activities, cooperative learning, the development of public speaking and writing skills
- Technology is an integral part of the total instructional program
- Reading, writing and mathematics are taught through arts activities, such as plays and performances, song writing and stage set design
- Participation in the Arts help students develop a strong sense of self-esteem, poise and discipline
Dual Language with a Focus on Literacy
- • Dual Language/Two-way Bilingual and Bilingual Education classes
- Dual Language Enrichment Model offers both English language learners and English proficient students the opportunity for high academic achievement in an instructional setting where English and Spanish are used throughout the day
- Content and literacy instruction are provided to students in both languages
- Literacy activities emphasizing written and spoken language, mathematics and science are taught in a literature-based format
- Sciences are incorporated into the curriculum, student scientists perform hands-on experiments to explore their world at home and at school
The Partners
This school works closely with:
- Spectrum
- Parents as Partners
- CLUSTER
- Iona College
- Bank Street College
- Groundworks Yonkers
