PAVE Alumni

PAVE is proud to celebrate the achievements of our alumni, who continue to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond. Since our founding, PAVE has been dedicated to providing students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to succeed in high school, college, and their careers. Our alumni are a testament to the power of education and the lasting relationships forged within the PAVE community.

our ALUMNus

Empowered for Success

PAVE alumni leverage the skills they developed at PAVE, including critical thinking, collaboration, and a strong work ethic, to excel in high school and college, and make a positive impact in their communities.

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PAVE of students who have matriculated to top tier high schools.

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“PAVE and City Squash both opened so many doors for me. I saw students who went before me to attend top schools, and I knew I could get there too. It was incredible for me to have adults outside my family who wanted to help me get to the next level academically and as a person.”

Judah
PAVE Class of 2020

“PAVE taught me how to be a leader. Even if the road gets tough, you have to keep trying. With the support PAVE gave me, I learned that if you approach challenges with excitement and the willingness to try, you can do great things.”

Lizbeth
PAVE Class of 2020

"PAVE has been part of my journey since first grade, guiding me through eighth grade and now into my role as an employee. This community has shaped me both academically and personally, helping me grow into the person I am today. Working here allows me to give back to the place that gave me so much and to support the next generation of students."

Amilta
PAVE Class of 2016

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Now and Then

Jeff began his journey at PAVE Academy in Kindergarten in 2011, where he thrived both academically and in extracurriculars, traveling with the chess team in elementary school and playing varsity basketball in middle school. Graduating from PAVE in 2020, he continued his growth at Cristo Rey High School. Now a student at Albright College in Pennsylvania, Jeff is shaping his future, driven by the hard work, perseverance, and passion that PAVE instilled in him.

"Growing up at PAVE Academy, I now fully appreciate how it shaped me into the person I am today. The supportive teachers and welcoming community helped instill strong character and a dedicated work ethic—skills I continue to cherish. Now, as a college freshman, the lessons I learned at PAVE remain a guiding force, helping me navigate new challenges with confidence. I am deeply grateful for the memories and foundation PAVE has given me."

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Here’s another look at our Storybook Character Day from yesterday!

Our students brought their favorite books to life through publishing parties, narrative memoirs, Pumpkin Book Reports, book report presentations, creative costumes, and so much more! It was a day filled with creativity, storytelling, imaginationy and a celebration of the reading and learning happening in our classrooms.

A special thank you to our Elementary School and Middle School students and staff for participating, getting creative, and helping bring the magic of books to life! We loved seeing our students share their favorite stories and celebrate their love of reading together.

¡Aquí les compartimos otro vistazo a nuestro Día de Personajes de Cuentos de ayer!

Nuestros estudiantes dieron vida a sus libros favoritos a través de fiestas de publicación, narrativas autobiograficas, informes de libros sobre calabazas, presentaciones de informes de libros, disfraces creativos y mucho más. ¡Fue un día lleno de creatividad, narración de historias, imaginación y una celebración de la lectura y el aprendizaje que ocurre en nuestros salones de clases!

Un agradecimiento especial a nuestros estudiantes y al personal de Elementary School y Middle School por participar, ser creativos y ayudar a dar vida a la magia de los libros. ¡Nos encantó ver a nuestros estudiantes compartir sus historias favoritas y celebrar juntos su amor por la lectura!

#pave #storybook #parade #school #escuela

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Storybook Character Day was a magical celebration of reading, creativity, and imagination at PAVE!

A huge thank you to our Middle School for setting the path for our Elementary School students to parade through and show off their amazing characters! Today, we celebrated the books our students are reading in class, from beloved classics to their favorite stories.

Today, our students brought their favorite books to life through publishing parties, narrative memoirs, Pumpkin Book Reports, book report presentations, and so much more! It was an amazing day filled with creativity, storytelling, and a celebration of all the reading and learning happening in our classrooms.

¡El Día de Personajes de Cuentos fue una celebración mágica de la lectura, la creatividad y la imaginación en PAVE!

¡Muchísimas gracias a nuestro Middle School por preparar el camino para que nuestros estudiantes de Elementary School pudieran desfilar y mostrar sus increíbles personajes! Hoy celebramos los libros que nuestros estudiantes están leyendo en clase, desde los clásicos más queridos hasta sus historias favoritas.

¡Hoy, nuestros estudiantes dieron vida a sus libros favoritos a través de fiestas de publicación, narrativas autobiográficas, informes de libros sobre calabazas, presentaciones de informes de libros y mucho más! 

Fue un día increíble lleno de creatividad, narración de historias y una celebración de todo el aprendizaje y la lectura que ocurre en nuestros salones de clases.

#pave #storybook #parade #school #escuela

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During National Principals Month, we want to celebrate and thank our incredible Middle School Principal, Brenda Smith!

Ms. Smith has made a meaningful difference in the lives of our students, families, and staff through her leadership, dedication, and genuine care for our school community. Her commitment to our students and the PAVE community continues to inspire and make an impact every day.

Thank you, Ms. Smith, for all that you do and for the difference you make each and every day. We are so grateful for your leadership and heart!
Happy National Principals Month, Ms. Smith! We appreciate you! 

Durante el Mes Nacional de los Directores Escolares, queremos celebrar y agradecer a nuestra increíble directora de Middle School, Brenda Smith.

La Sra. Smith ha marcado una diferencia significativa en la vida de nuestros estudiantes, familias y personal a través de su liderazgo, dedicación y verdadero compromiso con nuestra comunidad escolar. Su dedicación a nuestros estudiantes y a la comunidad PAVE continúa inspirándonos y dejando una huella positiva cada día.

Gracias, Sra. Smith, por todo lo que hace y por la diferencia que marca cada día. ¡Estamos muy agradecidos por su liderazgo y su corazón!
¡Feliz Mes Nacional de los Directores Escolares, Sra. Smith! ¡La apreciamos muchísimo!

#pave #nationalprincipalsmonth #school #escuela #community

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During National Principals Month, we want to take a moment to celebrate and thank our incredible Elementary School Principal, Michelle Cook!

For so many years, Ms. Cook has been a constant source of leadership, care, and inspiration at PAVE. Her dedication to our students, families, and staff has made a lasting difference in our school community. Year after year, she continues to lead with compassion, create meaningful connections, and make sure our students feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed.

Her impact goes far beyond the walls of the school. Through her leadership, commitment, and genuine love for our students, she has helped shape countless experiences, memories, and opportunities that will stay with our PAVE community for years to come.

Ms. Cook, thank you for everything you do and for the difference you have made throughout the years. We are grateful for your leadership, your heart, and the countless ways you continue to make PAVE a better place.

Durante el Mes Nacional de los Directores Escolares, queremos tomarnos un momento para celebrar y agradecer a nuestra increíble directora de la Escuela Primaria, Michelle Cook.

Durante tantos años, la Sra. Cook ha sido una fuente constante de liderazgo, dedicación e inspiración en PAVE. Su compromiso con nuestros estudiantes, familias y personal ha dejado una huella duradera en nuestra comunidad escolar. Año tras año, continúa liderando con compasión, creando conexiones significativas y asegurándose de que nuestros estudiantes se sientan apoyados, valorados y motivados para alcanzar el éxito.

Su impacto va mucho más allá de las paredes de nuestra escuela. A través de su liderazgo, compromiso y verdadero amor por nuestros estudiantes, ha ayudado a crear innumerables experiencias, recuerdos y oportunidades que permanecerán con nuestra comunidad PAVE por
muchos años.

Sra. Cook, gracias por todo lo que hace y por la diferencia que ha marcado a lo largo de los años.
Estamos agradecidos por su liderazgo, su corazón y por las innumerables maneras en que continúa haciendo de PAVE un lugar mejor.

#pave #nationalprincipalsmonth #school #escuela #community

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What makes a school worth choosing?

At PAVE, it’s more than a classroom. It’s a community where students are known, supported, challenged, and encouraged to become confident citizens and scholars.
Hear directly from members of our PAVE community as they share what makes PAVE a special place for students and families.

As we look ahead to the 2027-2028 school year, we invite you to discover what makes PAVE worth choosing.
Building Citizens and Scholars Brick by Brick.

Enrollment is now open!

¿Qué hace que una escuela valga la pena elegir?

En PAVE, es más que un salón de clases. Es una comunidad donde nuestros estudiantes son conocidos, apoyados, desafiados y motivados a convertirse en ciudadanos y estudiantes seguros de sí mismos.
Escuche directamente a miembros de nuestra comunidad PAVE mientras comparten lo que hace de
PAVE un lugar especial para nuestros estudiantes y familias.

Mientras nos preparamos para el año escolar 2027-2028, le invitamos a descubrir qué hace que
PAVE sea una escuela que vale la pena elegir.
Construyendo ciudadanos y estudiantes, ladrillo por ladrillo.

¡Las inscripciones ya están abiertas!

#pave #applynow #school #escuela #application

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Our PAVE Bowl was the perfect way to celebrate and close out Hispanic Heritage Month! 

Our Middle School students took center stage and brought the celebration to life through powerful poetry, a creative skit highlighting traditions and culture, and an unforgettable recreation of Bad Bunny’s iconic halftime show. From their creativity and confidence to their incredible energy on stage, our students truly showed us what it means to celebrate our culture with pride!

We are so proud of our Middle School students for sharing their voices, talents, traditions, and love for their culture. What a way to end Hispanic Heritage Month!

PAVE Bowl: where culture, creativity, and celebration take center stage! ❤️💙💛

Nuestro PAVE Bowl fue la manera perfecta de celebrar y cerrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana!

Nuestros estudiantes de Middle School tomaron el escenario y dieron vida a la celebración a través de poderosos poemas, una obra creativa que destacó nuestras tradiciones y cultura, y una increíble recreación del icónico espectáculo de medio tiempo de Bad Bunny. Desde su creatividad y confianza hasta su increíble energía en el escenario, nuestros estudiantes demostraron lo que significa celebrar nuestra cultura con orgullo.

Estamos muy orgullosos de nuestros estudiantes de Middle School por compartir sus voces, talentos, tradiciones y amor por su cultura. ¡Qué manera tan increíble de cerrar el Mes de la Herencia Hispana!

PAVE Bowl: donde la cultura, la creatividad y la celebración toman el escenario. ❤️💙💛

#pave #hispanicheritagemonth #badbunny #school #escuela

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Election Day is November 3!

This November, New Yorkers will vote for leaders who make important decisions about our children’s education, public services, and the resources our families rely on every day.

Here are the important dates to know:

October 24, 2026 - Deadline to register or update your voter registration
October 24, 2026 - Deadline to request a mail-in ballot
October 24-November 1, 2026 - Early Voting Period
November 3, 2026 - Election Day Polls are open
6:00 AM-9:00 PM

Make your voice count and make a plan to vote. For more information, visit the link
provided at the end of the video.

¡El Día de las Elecciones es el 3 de noviembre!

Este noviembre, los neoyorquinos votarán por líderes que toman decisiones importantes sobre la educación de nuestros niños, los servicios públicos y los recursos de los que dependen nuestras familias
todos los días.

Estas son las fechas importantes que debe conocer:

24 de octubre de 2026 - Fecha límite para registrarse para votar o actualizar su registro de votante
24 de octubre de 2026 - Fecha límite para solicitar una boleta para votar por correo
24 de octubre-1 de noviembre de 2026 — Período de votación anticipada
3 de noviembre de 2026 - Día de las Elecciones
Las urnas estarán abiertas de 6:00 a. m. a 9:00 p. m.

Haga que su voz cuente y haga un plan para votar. Para obtener más información visite el enlace incluido al final del video.

#pave #electionday #vote #yourvotematters #pavevotes

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