national teacher appreciation day meet up

During covid-19

Statement from Head of School, Christopher DeSanctis: 

“Our Gateway Academy faculty were missing their students and families so much (and vice versa!) it seemed important to use this year's National Teacher Appreciation Day for a meet up. The opportunity to see each other was the perfect way to honor our Academy faculty on this special day. “


“The present state of affairs in NYC has been a heavy burden on many in our school community. Therefore, we wanted to remind our students, parents and faculty that they are loved and valued. This was a day to provide encouragement for all who attended and a reminder of Gateway Academy’s strong community -- even during a pandemic!”

Watch the highlight video from that special day!

The BBC visits GA!

Producers from the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) interviewed our students for a program called Newsround. The episodes highlighted the inauguration of our 45th President. GA students addressed important public policy issues the new administration will deal with during the next four years. GA students did great -- our future leaders!

Annual 5k "on the move" walk-a-thon

Every year Gateway Academy students, parents, and friends join together to raise important funds to help support our tuition assistance program, technology enhancements, athletics, and so much more.

We greatly appreciate the philanthropic spirit at Gateway Academy.

Former NFL players visit GA

William Green, a former Boston College All-American and Cleveland Browns first round draft pick, shared his impacting testimony with GA students (pictured right and left).

Former Dallas Cowboy's Middle Linebacker and current President of New Jersey's Chapter of Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Harry Flaherty, also visited GA to share his testimony during chapel service (center picture). 

Head of school live on RADIO!

Mr. DeSanctis traveled into NYC to conduct a radio interview on WMCA.

Mr. DeSanctis highlighted all of the impacting activities and programs that Gateway Academy offers to children in Staten Island and parts of NJ.

spirit week fun

A few of our teachers having fun during Spirit Week dressed up as the Three Blind Mice. 

appreciating our volunteers

Mr. DeSanctis and Mrs. DelPrete took several 7th and 8th grade students out to lunch as a thank you for their dedication to volunteering throughout the school year.


A "volunteer spirit" is a valued character trait at Gateway Academy.