Key features of Commerce Plaza

Children participate in a full day field trip experience to the Commerce Plaza site which integrates lessons from the classroom with an actual work environment.

A comprehensive training program is provided to teachers, prior to their students’ visit to Commerce Plaza.

New York State Education Standards are met in an integrated curriculum.

To operate a model business community in an effort to introduce children to the corporate world and prepare them to join our future workforce.

To foster collaborative partnerships between educational institutions and the business community.

To administer a comprehensive program that integrates the New York State Learning Standards with current business practices so as to teach children about careers, economics, citizenship and general skills needed for the world of work.

To build a stronger future for the Long Island business community “one child at a time."

 

Get Involved

We need you to get involved!

New business partners are needed to support the program’s growth.

School districts across Long Island are invited to participate in Commerce Plaza.

Interested volunteers are encouraged to contact Commerce Plaza.