Students at the Yeshiva of Central Queens (YCQ) recently stepped out of their classrooms and into the wider world for a week of engaging and educational trips designed to bring their studies to life. These excursions, a cornerstone of the YCQ curriculum, offer students hands-on experiences that deepen their understanding of science, history, and culture while fostering curiosity and connection.
The younger grades explored some of New York’s most exciting learning destinations. Kindergarten and third-grade students visited the New York Hall of Science in Queens, where they immersed themselves in hundreds of interactive STEM exhibits that encouraged exploration and discovery. Second graders enjoyed a lively day at the New York Aquarium in Coney Island, marveling at aquatic creatures and learning about marine ecosystems. Meanwhile, the first-grade students are eagerly anticipating their own upcoming adventure later this month to the Jewish Children’s Museum in Brooklyn.
Fourth and fifth graders journeyed to the Cradle of Aviation Museum on Long Island, tracing humanity’s fascination with flight—from the earliest airplanes to the technology behind modern space exploration. Standing before real aircraft and spacecraft, students gained a tangible appreciation for the innovation and bravery that define aviation history.
For the Junior High division, the experiences were equally immersive. Sixth graders honed their critical thinking and teamwork skills at SpyScape, an interactive museum that challenges visitors with real-world spy missions and problem-solving tasks. Seventh graders boarded the historic Intrepid aircraft carrier, exploring the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum and viewing the Space Shuttle Enterprise up close. The eighth-grade class concluded their field trip series with a meaningful and reflective visit to Ellis Island and the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, tracing the immigrant experience and reflecting on the resilience of the American spirit.
Each trip offered YCQ students the chance to see their lessons in action—transforming classroom concepts into memorable, real-world encounters. The school extends heartfelt thanks to the dedicated teachers and chaperones who made these experiences possible, and especially to Mrs. Shirly Pourad-Kaikov and Mr. Jacob Grossman for their outstanding coordination and commitment to student enrichment.
YCQ Students Venture Beyond The Classroom For Engaging Educational Trips
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