PS 20 DOLPHIN TALES

Principal: Mr. Hani Ileya

Assistant Principal: Dr. Courtney Campbell

Congratulations to fifth graders Alexandria Thompson and Darryl Holland for being chosen to represent PS 20 in the MLK oratory contest! We wish Alexandria and Darryl the best of luck as they compete at City Hall in March!

The drum is the heartbeat! Percussionist Senfu Stoney and other world-class musicians teach students about varied instruments and diverse cultures around the world. Students learn the proper technique and coordination for numerous drums, explore the drum’s role as a revered healing instrument, and learn of its history as one of the first means of communication for humans. Utilizing games, digital media, and peer interaction, students learn about building confidence, coordination, tonality, musicality, and most of all, rhythm. Our students and teachers enjoyed this interactive assembly filled with dancing and beats!

The first graders were excited for author Dashawn Simms to read his book "Kindness Looks Like Love" to them! His books highlight kindness and empathy, and helps students show how they can display kindness in their everyday lives!

Congratulations to fifth grader Jacob Garcia for participating in the 2026 Hudson County Scripps Spelling Bee. Jacob will also participate in the Jersey City District Spelling Bee on March 28, 2026. We wish you the best of luck, Jacob!

Congratulations to a job well done on an evening filled with choir singing and instrument playing! A big thanks to our music teacher Mr. Tutshcek for conducting this wonderful event!

Fifth grade classes enjoyed abstract art at the Montclair Museum, while participating in a hands-on activity in which they were able to create their own mobile piece of art as well!

Congratulations to fifth graders Kailey Boyce, Amora Sessoms, and Aaliyah Ashley for representing PS 20 at the Science Fair Awards Ceremony at Dickinson High School!

The students enjoyed dressing up "100 days smarter" in celebration of the 100th day of school! The 100th day was filled with fun activities and contests throughout the school!

This February, our school proudly celebrated Black History Month with meaningful activities across every grade level. In classrooms, students explored the achievements and impact of influential leaders and people who provided lasting contributions to history and society.

The students also participated in a vibrant school-wide showcase featuring powerful student performances in singing, energetic dance routines, and moving oratory presentations. Through music, spoken word, and storytelling, our students honored the rich cultural heritage, resilience, and achievements in Black History. It was a joyful and inspiring event that reflected our commitment to learning, unity, and celebrating diversity all year long.

Our second grade scientists learned about the new fish tank on the second floor and added some new fish to the aquarium!

The kindergarten students from Room 164 celebrated the 100th day of school by dressing up as if they were 100 yrs old!

Room 355 Mrs. Moore’s and Ms. Richardson’s 3rd grade class honored Black History Month by creating Kimmy Cantrell masks, displaying their uniqueness and creativity!

Room 351 third graders loved the visit from the Jersey City Free Public Library Bookmobile!

Students explored new books and were excited to choose stories that spark a love of reading.

This visit helped reinforce our love of reading and showed students that books and learning are always within reach—both in school and throughout our community.

Room 361 students were very proud of their accomplishments, as seen with their marking period award certificates! Congratulations for a job well done!

Room 255 acknowledged February as 'African American History Month'

by displaying over 75 names and photos of accomplished Black Americans in science, the arts, government, business,education and sports.

They created a wreath of their joined hands which honors Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" message of hope for peaceful unity among all men...including the world's children!

March 2-6:

Scholastic Book Fair

Read Across America Week

March 5:

National Elementary Honor Society Induction Ceremony

March 9-13:

Pre-K and Kindergarten Sneak-a-Peek Week

March 13:

Pi Day Observance

March 19:

Staff Professional Development; Half Day Schedule (12:45 dismissal) for students

March 20:

Eid-al-Fitr: Schools Closed; Central Office Open

Please use the following link to help your child with homework via grade level and topic!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QC9R9-3iTvynGz4L7ZZoo1QwUUiYtcVg/view

Dr. Maya Angelou Elementary School

239 Ocean Avenue

Jersey City, NJ 07305

201-369-2630

Facebook/Instagram: @Dr.MayaAngelouPS20JC

Website: www.ps20.jcboe.org