Elizabeth Public School Sets Guinness World Record For Largest Human Image Of A Submarine
ELIZABETH, NJ — Elizabeth Public Schools set a Guinness World Record for the Largest Human Image of a Submarine.
An official judge from Guinness World Records was on hand to verify the record on Wednesday and confirmed that 800 students of the Elizabeth Public School Juan Pablo Duarte-Jose Julian Marti School 28 set a new world record at 25 1st St.
The students of School 28 stood on the very ground where American naval innovation first came to life — the original site of the Crescent Shipyard, where the first U.S. submarine was built.
This event not only showcased the students' enthusiasm and teamwork but also paid homage to Elizabeth's rich naval history.
"As we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Elizabeth Tourism, we reflect on a decade of marketing our destination and telling the stories that make this city extraordinary — from innovation and industry to resilience and community. Today, we proudly add a new chapter," said Jennifer M. Costa,CEO/President of the Elizabeth Tourism and Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce.
In September 2024, the U.S. Navy officially recognized Elizabeth as the birthplace of the U.S. Submarine Force, acknowledging the city for having built and sold the first submarine to the U.S. Navy.
The U.S. Navy commemorated the occasion with the unveiling of a sculpture - 3D replica of the USS Holland (SS-1) at Veterans Memorial Park created by local chamber members and students of the Elizabeth Public Schools.
"Through the collaboration of Elizabeth Public Schools, the City of Elizabeth, and the United States Navy, we were able to commemorate the special connection between the submarine and our city," said Elizabeth Board of Education President Stanley J. Neron. "This great accomplishment by our community now allows us to share this story with the world.”
The record was made possible with support from the Greater Elizabeth Chamber of Commerce, The Elizabeth Destination Marketing Organization, the local learning community, members of Elizabeth Public Schools central administration, Elizabeth Public Schools team members, members of the Elizabeth Board of Education, and City of Elizabeth dignitaries.
Other prominent members in attendance included USS New Jersey Commissioning Committee officials Pete Engelman and Tim Doelger.
"It's inspiring to see our students engage in such a meaningful event that connects our city's proud past with the present," said Mayor J. Christian Bollwage. "Their efforts today reflect the spirit of innovation and community that defines Elizabeth."
"I am so proud of our students and team members for their commitment to teamwork in achieving this amazing feat and upholding our district’s standard of excellence," said Elizabeth Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Olga Hugelmeyer.
This Guinness World Record is one of two that the City of Elizabeth is pursuing. The other is an attempt to set a world record in celebration of the FIFA World Cup 2026 coming to New Jersey. This world record attempt has been postponed due to excessive heat temperatures in Elizabeth and will be rescheduled for later this year.
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