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Principal: Mrs. Stacia WalfallAssistant Principal: Mr. Richard Mansfield Assistant Principal: Mrs. Natalie Nelson 235 Belmont Boulevard Grades: Pre-K through 6 Elmont, NY 11003 Student population: 800 Location: Three blocks south of Hempstead Turnpike, between Estelle and Johnston Avenues. Faculty & staff: 95 Phone: (516) 326-5570 View map Fax: (516) 326-0349 Hours: 8:55 a.m.-3:15 p.m. 
Welcome to the Clara H. Carlson Elementary school website! Coming from a variety of ethnicities and backgrounds, our students thrive and grow as well-rounded individuals. Priority is given to maintaining a safe environment that is conducive to learning.
Our dedicated teachers and staff empower all students to reach their full potential and become life-long learners. Students are given a quality education in a safe, nurturing environment. Our staff works diligently to ensure each student receives a quality education with priorities focused on individual growth, social-emotional development and safety.
Our families play a key role in this educational journey. When you visit our school, you will find an extended hand ready to invite you to become a member of our community. We welcome you to the Carlson family and look forward to working with you and your child to have a wonderful school year.
School Vision
Challenge the leaders, thinkers, and creators of tomorrow.
School Mission
Inspire creativity, cultivate academic growth, nurture our diverse community, and motivate students to be life-long learners.
School Motto
Every Student Matters and Every Moment Counts
Website Features
Virtual Backpack, Family Handbook, Mustang Monthly Parent Calendar
2019-2020
School Theme
Share. Show. Know. Grow!
One of the best things about life is that we never stop learning. There are always new skills to teach and learn and techniques for us to adopt. We will continue to foster a love of learning that will encourage our students to push through obstacles that may arise. Throughout the year, there will be opportunities for our school community, staff, parents and students to share and show what we know to help ourselves and others grow, ultimately creating an environment of enthusiasm and innovation while building culture and team spirit.
School Mascot
“Monty” The Mustang
Meeting Universal Students’ Talents Academic Needs & Goals
School Colors
Blue and Yellow
School History
Clara H. Carlson is one of six schools in the Elmont School District. It first opened its doors on February 3, 1930 and was originally named the Belmont Boulevard School. Ms. Clara H. Carlson was a former educator and principal in the Elmont School District. After being the 1st Belmont Boulevard principal, the 1st principal of the Gotham Avenue School and the principal of the Elmont Road School, the building was renamed the Clara H. Carlson School in the early 1960s. A ceremony was held to honor her dedication and commitment to the Elmont community.
Clubs / Programs
Afternoon Tutoring, Bienvenidos, Broadcasting Squad, Band, Chorus, Community Read, Girl Power, Honor Roll, International Night, Kindness, Model United Nations, Monday Clubs, Morning Enrichment & Tutoring, NYSSMA, Orchestra, PTA, Recorder Ensemble, Safety Squad, Spelling Bee, Student Council, Student of the Month, Talent Show, Teachers of Tomorrow
Awareness Activities
Alzheimers, Autism, Black History Month, Breast Cancer, College and Career, Fire Safety, Hoops For Hearts, Leukemia & Lymphoma, Memorial Day, Pennies For Patients, Read Across America, Red Ribbon, September 11th Memorial, Staff Appreciation, Veterans Day
Languages spoken by families
Bengali, English, French, Haitian Creole, Malayalam, Panjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, Turkish, and Urdu. *based on the home language survey
Colleges Carlson graduates have attended
Harvard, Yale, Columbia, Cornell, University of Pennsylvania, Howard, Hampton, SUNY, CUNY, Community Colleges, Hofstra, Adelphi, University of Southern Carolina, Mercy, Temple, Fashion Institute of Technology, Florida State, St. Johns, & Delaware State to name a few.
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