Marsh Avenue Expeditionary Learning School

💙💛 It is Parent Coordinator Appreciation Week! 💛💙

This week, we celebrate someone who helps make MAELS feel like home for so many families.

From answering questions and supporting students to connecting families with resources and opportunities, Melanie Hershkowitz brings kindness, dedication, and heart to everything she does. Her work behind the scenes helps strengthen our community every single day.

Please join us in showing Melanie some love this week! Drop a comment below, share a favorite memory, or leave a message of appreciation.

Thank you, Melanie, for all that you do for our students, families, and staff. We are so grateful to have you as part of the MAELS Crew! 💙

We invite all community members to wear orange, blue or Knicks shirts to celebrate the New York Knicks heading to the finals tomorrow! Let’s go Knicks!

Our 7th graders had an amazing day exploring the New York Aquarium! 🐠🌊

We spent the day exploring marine life, learning about ocean ecosystems, and enjoying time together outside the classroom. Thank you to the New York Aquarium for a wonderful experience!

Join us new students and families for our Rising 6th Grade Orientation! We cannot wait to see you all there!

Incoming 6th graders… we can’t wait to welcome you to the MAELS community! 💙💛

Middle school is a big and exciting step, and our Rising 6th Grade Orientation is designed to help students and families feel connected, prepared, and excited for the journey ahead. During orientation, you’ll get the chance to meet other incoming students and families, connect with teachers and school leaders, learn more about life at MAELS, and ask any questions you may have before the school year begins.

At MAELS, we believe middle school should be a place where students feel known, supported, challenged, and celebrated for who they are. We’re excited to start building our community together and can’t wait to learn more about each and every one of you.

📍 Friday, June 5, 2026
⏰ 8:30AM–10:00AM
📌 MAELS Courtyard

This orientation is required for all rising 6th graders and their families. If you are unable to attend, please contact our Parent Coordinator, Melanie Hershkowitz, to arrange a makeup session. Email: [email protected]

We’re so excited to meet the MAELS Class of 2029! 🎉

Calling all MAELS 8th graders heading into high school! 🌟

The 2026 AAPI-LEAD Youth Conference is an incredible opportunity to connect with other AAPI youth across NYC while exploring identity, leadership, advocacy, and community. Participants will engage in conversations about issues impacting AAPI communities and build the confidence and skills to make a difference in their schools and communities.

If you identify as AAPI or as an ally, we highly encourage you to apply!

📅 Two session options available
🔗 bit.ly/aapilead26
📲 Scan the QR code to learn more and apply!

Our 6th graders recently visited Bario’s for a hands-on pizza making class and got to experience math in a delicious way 🍕

Students learned about how ratios and fractions play an important role in food making while creating their own pizzas with fresh dough, sauce, and cheese. It was such a fun opportunity for students to connect their classroom learning to a real-world experience.

A huge thank you to the team at for creating such a welcoming and memorable experience for our students!

🎓✨ Attention MAELS Class of 2026 families! ✨🎓

As we get closer to the end of an incredible school year, we are excited to share some of the special events we have planned to celebrate our seniors and all of their hard work, growth, and accomplishments. Please take a moment to review the important dates and details below so your family can plan ahead!

⭐ Award Ceremony
📅 May 28, 2026 at 6:30PM
Award recipients and families will enter through the CSI entrance. Doors will open at 6:15PM.

🎡 Senior Trip
📅 June 15, 2026
Students should arrive at school by 8:10AM. We expect to return to school by 6:30PM. More details will be shared closer to the trip date.

🪩 Celebration Dance
📅 June 22, 2026 | 6–9PM
Our seniors will celebrate in style at the Island Chateau with a “New York City” Red Carpet themed formal! We can’t wait to see everyone dressed to impress for a memorable evening together.

🎓 Graduation
📅 June 25, 2026 at 11AM
Graduation will take place at CSI. Graduates should arrive by 9:30AM and families may begin arriving at 10:30AM. Each graduate may invite up to 3 guests.

If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s Crew teacher or our Parent Coordinator, Melanie Hershkowitz, at [email protected]

(Reposted with time correction.) 🎓✨ Attention MAELS Class of 2026 families! ✨🎓 As we get closer to the end of an incredible school year, we are excited to share some of the special events we have planned to celebrate our seniors and all of their hard work, growth, and accomplishments. Please take a moment to review the important dates and details below so your family can plan ahead! ⭐ Award Ceremony 📅 May 28, 2026 at 6:30PM Award recipients and families will enter through the CSI entrance. Doors will open at 6:15PM. 🎡 Senior Trip 📅 June 15, 2026 Students should arrive at school by 8:10AM. We expect to return to school by 6:30PM. More details will be shared closer to the trip date. 🪩 Celebration Dance 📅 June 22, 2026 | 6–9PM Our seniors will celebrate in style at the Island Chateau with a “New York City” Red Carpet themed formal! We can’t wait to see everyone dressed to impress for a memorable evening together. 🎓 Graduation 📅 June 25, 2026 at 11AM Graduation will take place at CSI. Graduates should arrive by 9:30AM and families may begin arriving at 10:30AM. Each graduate may invite up to 3 guests. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s Crew teacher or our Parent Coordinator, Melanie Hershkowitz, at [email protected]

Our MAELS students had the opportunity to attend a high school fair and explore all of the exciting possibilities ahead of them!

Students spoke with representatives from different high schools, asked thoughtful questions, collected information, and started thinking about the environments and opportunities that feel right for them. It was wonderful seeing our students advocate for themselves, step outside of their comfort zones, and imagine their futures. 🎓✨