What started as a 3rd grade science project in 2019 turned into a full scale reimaging of what a playground could be. In partnership with New City Parks, the Jersey City Public Schools broke ground on the playground in March 2021 and was completed by November. Over those months new playground equipment was installed, trees were planted, seating was added, and safety surfacing was laid down. However, one final piece was waiting to be added, the murals that you see in the photos attached, were completed by artist Louise Jones and Avery Nice in August 2022. The murals portray native plants and butterflies and seek to inspire student creativity and scientific thought.
Reply to this post with a selfie near the PS #30 murals and use the hashtag #jcps150anniversary to score your next point 
Over the next few weeks, we will be posting fun facts about our schools, asking you to seek them out, and snap a selfie at each location to earn a point. The Jersey City public school student with the most points will be awarded a prize from the Sneaker Room. Remember to use the hashtag #jcps150anniversary with your selfie. Happy scavenger hunt!
Look for new clues on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday the weeks of October 16th and 23rd. Post your selfie each day between the hours of 7:00 AM and 9:00 PM. Points will be counted for responses to our posts up until 9:00 pm on October 26th, and a winner will be announced at our event on Saturday, October 28th at Dickinson High School. Happy scavenger hunt!This hunt is only open to the students and families of the Jersey City Public Schools.