North Elementary opens new outdoor play area
North Elementary School has opened an interactive outdoor play area called North Star Court on the site of its former tennis courts.
By the ClickNNY North Country Desk
North Elementary School has opened a new outdoor play area designed for games, exercise and learning. The space replaces the school’s former tennis courts and was unveiled during a Tuesday ribbon-cutting ceremony.
The area includes a basketball hoop, hopscotch, four-square and alphabet and number games, along with walking paths and other activities. Students chose the name North Star Court through a schoolwide vote.
Reported by ClickNNY and reviewed by an editor before publication.
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