Exterior of Covert Avenue Elementary School

Covert Avenue School

Mrs. Mary Natoli, Principal
Mrs. Valerie Donoghue, Asst. Principal
Mrs. Alison Gunn, Asst. Principal

144 Covert Avenue, Elmont, NY 11003
Phone: (516) 326-5560
Fax: (516) 326-0547
Hours: 9:10 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Our Mission: To support, encourage and challenge our students and staff in a collaborative environment that nurtures high educational expectations.

Aligned with Elmont Union free School District’s mission of reaching and teaching for excellence, the Covert Avenue Elementary School Family is committed to creating students who are ready to meet the challenges of our ever-changing world. Together as a community of learners, we design challenging instruction to assist our students reach their personal goals and achieve academic excellence.

In all grades, our students are challenged with rigorous curriculum that is aligned and supports the Common Core Learning Standards. At Covert Avenue, our students are on the way towards college and their future careers!

Along with our academic goals, our Covert Avenue staff and families build character in our students. Special attention is made in the development of the traits which our students will need to become responsible members of society. Together as a school community, we stress and model the attributes of confidence, respect, honesty, citizenship and tolerance. Our commitment to educating the whole child is reflected by the motto that adorns our front lawn, “Children for a Better Tomorrow.” With our entire school community, Covert Avenue students are guided to reach their personal potential and achieve academic success.

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Announcements

Covert Avenue School Hosts Annual College and Career Day

On May 28, Covert Avenue School provided scholars with a glimpse into their future by hosting its annual College and Career Day. Organized by school counselor Lymari Tattnall, the event highlighted a variety of professions and the multiple pathways – whether college or career – that can lead to those opportunities.

During the event, scholars in grades 4-6 explored different professions by selecting three presentations to attend. The lineup featured a range of careers, including police lieutenant, operations manager, assistant professor of cardiothoracic surgery, baseball player, graphic designer, registered nurse, construction, automotive technician and cybersecurity. Family members of students volunteered to speak about their professions. Third and fourth graders also enjoyed a presentation from an MTA Police Department canine unit on the school’s field.

To offer a tangible link between college and career, scholars learned about higher education options, as well. Dressed in clothing representing their alma maters, staff members discussed their college experience with their students.

Younger scholars in pre-K through third grade joined the fun by dressing up as their dream job and taking part in a lively hallway parade that brought smiles to everyone watching. In class, they participated in Career Day-themed activities with reading, writing, videos and coloring.

Covert Avenue School Welcomes Local Author in Honor of Autism Acceptance Month

Covert Avenue School scholars in grades K-2 celebrated Autism Acceptance Month with a special visit from local author Amy McCoy on April 28. McCoy, a disability educator and autism parent, recently published her third book, “Katie Finds Her Voice: A Story about Autism.” The children’s book is about first grader Katie and her older brother, Mikey, who is autistic.

During the assembly, McCoy spoke about her journey as a mother of an autistic child and how that experience motivated her to become an author. She discussed what autism is and the ways it can influence a person’s ability to communicate and interact with others. Additionally, McCoy shared her writing process and how an idea can eventually turn into a story. Along with sharing some pages from “Katie Finds Her Voice: A Story about Autism,” McCoy inspired the students to be kind, especially to those who might be different. The assembly concluded with a Q&A, where the scholars were able to ask McCoy questions about her family, books and writing.

Each scholar received a copy of McCoy’s book from Principal Mary Natoli.

Date Added: 5/5/2025