Main Street School held its annual Geography Bee on March 7, celebrating students as courageous learners, engaged citizens and effective communicators. A group of 29 students demonstrated their knowledge of geography across the United States and the world. Fourth grader Eamon Collins earned the championship title, and fourth grader Leo Saber was named runner-up.
Seventy-five fourth graders and 48 fifth graders participated in the pre-bee qualifying round, demonstrating their curiosity and commitment to learning before the finalists were identified.
“Our finalists exemplified the attributes of the district’s Portrait of a Graduate by striving for accuracy and precision, applying past knowledge to new situations, thinking critically and communicating with clarity,” Principal Joyce Chapnick said. “They took risks, persevered and demonstrated intellectual curiosity. I applaud all of them for their hard work and dedication.”
This year’s event was moderated by retired Irvington High School principal Dr. Scott Mosenthal and Irvington Middle School and Irvington High School social studies department chair Chris Barry. Special thanks to Rachel Nevins for her pivotal role on the Geography Bee Committee and to the dedicated committee members Giulietta Cangelosi, Stacey Cole and Nancy Deakin for serving as judges.
Thanks to the PTSA for supporting this event.
