CONNECT’s Spooky Halloween Bash
This year, CONNECT embraced the Halloween spirit with a series of engaging activities that brought students together for an unforgettable celebration. From building candy corn cob structures to hosting a
Field Day
On a beautiful Friday that offered sunshine and clear skies, CONNECT radiated of laughter and excitement. Students from various grades gathered together to take part in a series of engaging
CONNECT’s Magical First Day
Monday, September 16 the West Point Association of Graduates CONNECT Program launched the start of its third year at the Highland Falls Intermediate School with a magnificent magic show by
Janet Day-Cheer Video below
Every year, we come together to celebrate the remarkable vision of Janet Brown…CONNECT, whose unwavering spirit of generosity continues to inspire our community. We welcomed families to celebrate with us
CONNECT Visits Round Pond
CONNECT visited Round Pond in the most anticipated field trip of the year. The weather was perfect as students spent the day having fun in the sun. Students swam in
CONNECT opens a new chapter
CONNECT’s trip to the Highland Falls Library opened a new chapter for students looking to have fun locally. Students learned about the many services and events that are offered by
CONNECT Roots for the Home Team
CONNECT students took an exciting field trip to the Army vs Navy baseball game at Johnson Stadium at Doubleday Field at West Point. The day could not have been better! They
April’s Student of the Month
Alina Reyes is CONNECT’s Student of the Month. Alina is a considerate and compassionate friend, she goes out of her way to include everyone. She is passionate and confident in
USMA Sprint Football scores at CONNECT
One of the long-awaited events at CONNECT is the annual visit of Coach Mark West and his United States Military Academy Sprint Football Team. On Friday, March 15th CONNECT students were
February’s Student of the Month
Melany is CONNECT’s Student of the Month. Melany is a caring and kind friend and a great student. She is an engaged student in the classroom, staying focused and excelling
West Point CLD STEM visits CONNECT
CONNECT welcomed back the United States Military Academy CLD STEM program for a lesson in electric conductivity. Students created play dough figures using conducting clay and insulating clay, and using
A baby kangaroo at CONNECT? Yes! But mum’s the word.
Beloved CONNECT teacher Mrs. Di Bianca was surprised on Wednesday when she walked into a CONNECT baby shower hosted by all her students. The event was a baby animal assembly
CONNECT welcomes the New Jersey Snake Man
On Friday, January 6th the New Jersey Snake Man visited CONNECT bringing nine reptiles including a 17ft 135-pound Boa Constrictor. The CONNECT students learned about reptile longevity when they met a 76-year-old Tortoise,
December’s Student of the Month
Carmen is CONNECT’s Student of the Month. She excels here at CONNECT and exemplifies the qualities we look for in our S.T.A.R.S. She is a leader and is one of
November’s Student of the Month
Pedro is CONNECT’s Student of the Month. He is a great student and an even kinder friend to everyone around him. Pedro aims to be a role model by being
CONNECT’S Great Pumpkin
“You don’t believe the story of the Great Pumpkin?” Linus asked Sally over 50 years ago this fall on CBS. The Peanut’s story revolved around Linus’s wish for a visit
CONNECT’s 2023 Thanksgiving Celebration
November 23, 1621 marked the first Thanksgiving in the American Colonies. Pilgrims thankful for their first harvest broke bread with the local Wampanoag Tribe in a three-day celebration. From colonies
CONNECT Kids Complete the Circuit
This week’s field trip took us on an educating adventure where our students learned about electrical engineering. Our 3rd and 4th graders were invited to go to Thayer Hall at
October’s Student of the Month
Kimberly is CONNECT’s Student of the Month. She joined CONNECT last year and is excited to be back. She has a positive attitude and enthusiastically participates in her classes. She
Rocket Day at West Point
In the serene Highlands hills last Friday, the Army Rocket Yell could be heard. It was a fitting cheer “U.S.M.A. Rah! Rah!” children from the CONNECT after school program yelled,
September’s Student of the Month
Nicholas is CONNECT’s Student of the Month. Nick shoots for the S.T.A.R.S. embodying the qualities we encourage here at CONNECT. He is a safe, trustworthy, accountable, respectful and a supportive
CONNECTing to our Constitution
CONNECT started off the school year with a Constitution Day celebration. Students learned about our country’s history and the groundwork on which the government was formed. The Constitution is the
“Show Your Colors!” Tropical Birds at CONNECT
CONNECT’s first “Fun Friday” was “Show Your Colors!” a Tropical Bird Assembly. At CONNECT we strive to feed children’s instinctive yearning for nature and exploration. The opportunity to interact with
End of the Year BBQ at West Point’s Round Pond
CONNECT Celebrates its First Year with a barbeque at West Point’s Round Pond. While Mr. Michael cooked up our hamburgers and hotdogs, swimming, volleyball, paddleboats, and all sorts of outdoor