Poestenkill Elementary School is located at One School Road Poestenkill, NY and it provides education for grades K-5 in Rensselaer County. This school is governed by the Averill Park Central School District Board of education. The teachers make every effort to incorporate literacy learning in all areas of learning: social studies, science, math, health, physical education, and the arts. Parents with children attending this public School enjoy the, caring, dedicated teachers, and the desire of the school for parent involvement. The school wishes all students to be safe, engaging environment that values all members of the community and encourages them to pursue their full potential as life-long learners and respectful citizens.
The school applies common philosophies set forth by the school community which is to provide students a sound environment for educational excellence that will develop the skills, attitudes, knowledge and values to become contributing members of society. School students find a wide array of academic courses and extra-curricular activities to take part in. Student strengths as well as areas in need of improvement are identified through the expert services of the experienced staff. Subject area courses and attending programs in related fields are geared to provide both challenge and reward toward increasing student achievement.
