Our Days on the Hudson River

By Lynn Fordin, Grade 2 teacher Days spent on the Hudson River in early autumn reward us in many ways. It is a time to revel in the warmth of the sun, feel the morning chill, and drink in the…

Grade 2 Students Becoming “Experts” on Hudson River

By Brian Reid, grade 2 teacher The glorious spring weather has arrived and beckoned the second grade classes to visit the Hudson River once again. After a long hiatus has kept us indoors since late fall, our classes have been…

Just Before Thanksgiving

We had a packed few days before we said goodbye for Thanksgiving break. They were fun, and also responsible. Jake’s advisory buddied with Hannah and David’s 4th graders to make and top the apple crisp for our All School Activity…

Grade 2 Visits Long Dock Park

By Lynn Fordin, grade 2 teacher The second grade classes from PDS had a glorious day at Long Dock riverfront park in Beacon last Tuesday, October 6th. This park is owned and managed by the environmental group Scenic Hudson. Its…