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Full Day Kindergarten Registration Flyer
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Student art on display
Students, parents, faculty and administrators recently gathered at the Leon J. Campo Salisbury Center for the district’s annual art show, which showcased the creative talents of East Meadow students.
Hundreds of guests viewed student work, including drawings, paintings, graphic art, architecture and carpentry projects. Participants received certificates of recognition for their fine artwork. The event made for a festive celebration of student talent throughout the district.
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District recognizes ‘Terrific Kids’
W.T. Clarke and Woodland middle school students received Terrific Kids awards in recognition of their positive attitude, good character and responsible citizenship during March, April, May and June at the district’s May 28 Board of Education meeting.
The Terrific Kids program is sponsored by the East Meadow Kiwanis Club, which recognizes students in sixth, seventh and eighth grade and presents them with certificates of achievement. W.T. Clarke Middle School Principal Stacy Breslin and Woodland Middle School Principal James Lethbridge were on hand to present the student awards, along with East Meadow Kiwanis President Kevin Kamper.
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Board of Education Appoints Interim Superintendent
Dear Parents and Community Members,
On behalf of the entire Board of Education, I hope the end of the school year finds you well. Reflecting back on the past year, our students have demonstrated tremendous effort and success in all areas – academics, the arts, athletics and their commitment to bettering the community. I thank parents and community residents for your continuous support of our district and participation within our schools. Education is truly a partnership and the Board looks forward to continuing this partnership as our district transitions to new leadership.
As you know, our district’s current superintendent of schools is retiring effective June 30, 2015. In response, the Board of Education will conduct a thorough and deliberative search in order to hire a superintendent who understands the needs of our school community, brings expertise to our administration and will work closely with our staff and parents for the benefit of our children.
As the search process is expected to be extensive, we must appoint an interim superintendent of schools to ensure a smooth transition in a variety of areas. The interim will work with the administration and Board of Education in leading the district, work with the staff and entire school community to further our programs and services for children, and lead the district in its implementation of full-day kindergarten by September 2015.
We are especially pleased to announce that our former superintendent, Leon J. Campo, will serve in the role of interim superintendent for the 2015-16 school year. Mr. Campo spent 35 years of his career in the East Meadow School District and holds both teaching and administrative experience – a background that is essential in our district’s transition. Mr. Campo is a district resident who has helped build our school district into an outstanding institution that provides for the needs of our children within the resources of our taxpayers. His open door policy and history of full disclosure reflect the Board of Education’s intent regarding these vital matters.
We welcome Mr. Campo, who will assume official duties effective July 1, 2015. While he will not begin until July, Mr. Campo will begin to transition into his role during the month of June, at which time he will begin to meet with administrators, staff, parent organizations and community groups. Based on my discussions with him, I know that one of his top priorities is to meet with as many staff members and community groups as possible, as he is anxious to rekindle a working partnership with our school community at the earliest opportunity.
On behalf of the Board of Education, please accept our commitment to dialogue and work with you to ensure that the 2015-16 school year benefits our children and the entire school community.
Sincerely,
Joseph Parisi,President
Board of Education
Joseph Parisi, President
Board of Education
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Woodland MS named No Place For Hate School
For the fourth consecutive year, Woodland Middle School has been named a No Place For Hate School by the Anti-Defamation League.
No Place For Hate is an ADL initiative which offers students, teachers, administrators and family members the opportunity to work together to enhance a culture of respect in the school community. Participating schools complete various activities and projects to promote unity and reduce bullying, name- calling and other expressions of bias. Woodland Middle School has continued to successfully implement anti-bullying, anti-bias and diversity education as an integral part of its curriculum.
Woodland was selected as a winner of this designation from among schools from the five boroughs, Long Island, and Westchester County. As a result, the school was awarded a Gold Star banner for its exceptional commitment to the program.
“We are extremely proud to receive this distinguished recognition,” said Woodland Middle School Principal James Lethbridge. “We work diligently to emphasize the importance of being respectful and understanding of others and embracing diversity. The goal is to ensure that our students remain productive, respectful citizens in society. I thank the ADL for this honorary recognition and thank our administration, faculty, staff and students for working together to take a stand against prejudice and discrimination and to promote unity and understanding in our school community.”
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Full Day Kindergarten Registration Flyer
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A year of top honors
The district hosted its end-of-year district awards ceremony on June 8, where students from Woodland and W.T. Clarke middle schools and East Meadow and W.T. Clarke high schools were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments in various competitions this school year.
Superintendent of Schools Louis R. DeAngelo, central administrators, Board of Education members, and faculty and staff from the middle and high schools were on hand to congratulate students on their achievements in art, athletics, business, creative writing and poetry, journalism, PTA Reflections, and math and science.
As their names were called in their respective categories, the students were officially recognized. The district congratulates these students on a successful school year.
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Red Nose Day for a good cause
Kindergarten students in Pamela Tobin’s classes at Parkway Elementary School recently donned red clown noses in recognition of National Red Nose Day.
Red Nose Day is a campaign dedicated to raising money for children and young people living in poverty by simply having fun and making people laugh.
A donation was made to the sponsoring organization on behalf of the kindergarten students to help transform and improve the lives of children living in poverty in the U.S. and overseas. Students were happy to make a difference for a good cause.
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EMHS senior athletes recognized
East Meadow High School Class of 2015 senior athletes were honored for their successes both on and off the field at the school’s Senior Athletic Awards Night on June 9. The evening, hosted by the school’s athletic department staff, celebrated individual and team achievements. Families of senior athletes, district officials and members of the East Meadow High School Parent Athletics Club attended the event, moderated by Athletic Director Kevin Regan.
Mr. Regan, along with members of his coaching staff, presented students with scholarships and awards as well as participation certificates, and applauded students for their hard work throughout their high school careers. The evening also included the annual announcement of the Athletic Wall of Fame inductees. The district congratulates the students on their successes.
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At the top of their game
W. T. Clarke High School Class of 2015 senior athletes and their families united at the Chateau Briand in Carle Place on June 10 to celebrate individual and group accomplishments during the Parents and Booster Club’s annual Senior Athletic Scholarships and Awards Dinner.
During the event, students were lauded for their contributions to the community both scholastically and on the playing field. W.T. Clarke High School Athletic Director Josh Friedman commended students for their commitment to their athletic program and their school, and encouraged them to continue to strive for excellence in all they do after their time at Clarke High School.
The district congratulates all athletes on their accomplishments and wishes them success in the years to come.
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A day of health, fitness and patriotism
In promoting a healthy lifestyle among students, Barnum Woods Elementary School held its first ever health walk, “Walk in the Woods,” on June 11.
The event was developed by the school’s Planning and Management Team, which consists of teachers, administrators, staff, parents and community residents.
The event commenced outside on Barnum Woods’ front lawn, where those in attendance participated in a Flag Day tribute. Students sported small flags, American flag headgear and other patriotic attire. There was the pledge of allegiance, followed by the singing of the Star Spangled Banner.
Principal Gregory Bottari offered celebratory remarks and thanked the PMT for its efforts in developing the health walk event.
Afterward, kindergarten and first-grade students participated in a half- mile walk, and second- through fifth-graders engaged in a one- mile walk.
Parents, siblings, friends and relatives lined the streets to cheer and support the participants on for a good cause.
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Parkway supports Sunrise on Wheels
Students at Parkway Elementary School recently collected new arts and crafts items to benefit the Sunrise on Wheels program.
Sunrise on Wheels hosts crafts and interactive activities for children receiving chemotherapy at local hospitals. The Parkway Elementary School Peer Leaders Club spearheaded the collection by researching the Sunrise Organization's mission and then visiting each classroom in the school to explain how Sunrise on Wheels works and how students could help other children by donating new craft items.
The outpour of support from students and families was tremendous, and as a result, the club was able to receive a number of donations all for a worthy cause.
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Clarke HS students receive academic awards
Members of the W.T. Clarke High School Class of 2015 were honored with academic, special and scholarship awards at the school’s senior academic awards ceremony on June 22.
The event was attended by parents, teachers, school administrators, community leaders and scholarship sponsors. Students were acknowledged for their accomplishments and academic achievements over the past four years. The district and W. T. Clarke High School administration congratulates these honorees on their years of academic excellence.
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East Meadow High School Honors Seniors at Awards Night
East Meadow High School highlighted the accomplishments of several students at its Senior Academic Awards Ceremony Tuesday night. Assistant Principal Robert Hardwick welcomed guests to the packed auditorium, calling it a “celebration of their [students] accomplishments.” “Collectively, this is a great group of students,” he added.
Hardwick also acknowledged parents for their “support and dedication” throughout the school year. “Thank you for loaning them to us for a few hours a day,” he quipped.
Future Interim Superintendent of Schools Leon J. Campo also addressed the crowd, noting how much hard work the honorees have put into their academic careers. “Hard work is going to be crucial for you to be successful,” he added.
A resounding applause went to senior Ayyan Zubair after he received a $20,000 scholarship from Coca-Cola. The Coca-Cola Scholar Foundation selects 150 students nationally each year for this award. When asked by the foundation to honor a teacher that made an impact on his life, Zubair chose English Chairperson Dr. Franklin Cacciutto.
“The best advice you ever gave me was to ‘be myself,’” Zubair said, after reciting a poem he wrote about his respected educator.
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Growth and Guidance at MS Graduations
Eighth-graders at Woodland and W.T. Clarke middle schools culminated their time in middle school with special moving up ceremonies, held at each school on June 24. The ceremonies were laced with performances by school musical groups and poignant speeches by administrators.
In his address to the eighth-grade graduates, Superintendent of Schools Louis DeAngelo said, “Graduates, you have been taught well. You’ve proven to be academically competent and you’ve learned to be considerate and kind through programs here at the middle school…Just as you have flourished in middle school, I am sure you will continue to do well in high school.”
Woodland Middle School Principal James Lethbridge and W.T. Clarke Middle School Principal Stacy Breslin each spoke about the overwhelming growth that takes place in students during their middle school years, as well as the guidance they are given along the way. They also touted the many accomplishments of the eighth-grade graduating classes.
A highlight of each ceremony was the presentation of the Superintendent’s Award, given to a student at each middle school for his/her overall academic excellence. At Woodland, student Senya Huda was honored with the award, while at W.T. Clarke Middle School, the award was presented to both Joel Mathew and Elaine Xiao.
The district congratulates all eighth-grade graduates on this important milestone and wishes them much success at the high school level!
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Hats Off to the Class of 2015
The Class of 2015 took their final steps onto the fields at East Meadow and W.T. Clarke high schools on Sunday, June 28 at the schools’ annual commencement ceremonies. As a class of achievers at both schools, students walked in with their heads high to enormous applause and praise by parents, family and peers. The ceremonies were laced with special performances by senior chorus members and a number of poignant addresses.
Superintendent of Schools Louis DeAngelo addressed the students at each ceremony, imparting a sentiment to the Class of 2015. “If there could be only one thing in this life for me to teach you, I would teach you to love; to respect others, so that you may find respect in yourself; to learn the value of giving so that if there’s ever a time in your life that ever someone really needs you, you will give.”
The valedictorians and salutatorians of each class addressed their peers, sharing memories of their time in school and their best wishes for a bright and prosperous future.
At East Meadow High School, valedictorian Nicole Newberger posed the question of “What did high school mean to me” to several of her classmates. Forming lifelong friendships, exploring a multitude of opportunities and learning new skills were some of the memories shared. “The true importance of high school,” Nicole said, “wasn’t just the academic knowledge it provided…I’ll remember all the amazing people I’ve met along the way.”
East Meadow Salutatorian Allyson Clark touted the accomplishments of her class in her address, from the marching band and wrestling team to the countless hours of community service the class performed. “Being a student at East Meadow has taught me to never give up, even when defeat seems inevitable,” she said.
In his speech, W.T. Clarke High School Valedictorian Pavithran Ravindran compared the high school journey to a metaphorical train ride. Looking to the future, Pavithran said, “You have no idea where this train is going. The unknown may seem scary and although we are all taking different journeys, Clarke has trained us to be leaders by giving us the opportunity to be members of clubs, athletic teams and so much more.”
Salutatorian Rohit Bachani said, “Class of 2015, I glance at you and I see a troupe of dreamers, a group with the zeal to make all of their dreams come true…hold on to your sense of courage and willpower.”
Following the speeches, the members of each graduating class received their diplomas to the cheers of family and friends in attendance. Once officially announced as graduates, the Class of 2015 celebrated by tossing their caps into the air. Following the recessional march, graduates reunited with their loved ones as official alumni of the East Meadow School District.
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Meadowbrook Elementary School Honors Veterans
Meadowbrook Elementary School in the East Meadow Union Free School District held their 13th Annual Veterans Day Display as a museum-like setup in the school’s gymnasium. Upon entering, students were each handed a miniature American flag.
There were several veterans from the Salisbury Senior Center in East Meadow and VFW Post 2736. The veterans displayed their own personal artifacts from various past wars, which included hats, helmets, jackets, facemasks, medals, photos, maps, weapons, and other war memorabilia.
This event was coordinated by special education teaching assistant Donna Derry.
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Teachers from Guatemala Visit Bowling Green
On November 3, Bowling Green Elementary School in the East Meadow Union Free School District was visited by three teachers from Guatemala. The visit was part of a partnership with the Guatemalan Literacy Project through the Nassau Reading Council (NRC), and was coordinated by reading teacher Ellen Miller, a member of NRC.
The goal of the visit was for the Guatemalan teachers to learn teaching techniques by observing and taking notes, and then bring this newfound knowledge to their schools in Guatemala to improve the education and quality of life of their students.
During their visit, teachers Gladys Alicia Fuentes Guevara, Silvia Giovanna Choc Cruz, and Maria Eugenia Escobar Lemur visited Darlene O’Hearon’s fourth-grade class and watched as the students reviewed a lesson prior to a math test. The next day they were off to a new location in Nassau County.
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East Meadow High School Students Attend The Believe Symposium
On Monday, November 15, 2010, East Meadow High School sent 22 students to The Believe Symposium at the Hyatt Regency in Hauppauge, New York. This event was dedicated to inspiring and motivating young adults through keynote speakers, interactive breakout workshops, and multiple networking opportunities.
The students were presented the opportunity to connect with, ask questions of, learn from, and be inspired by leaders who have surmounted considerable professional and personal challenges to achieve their success, and who have made a difference right here on Long Island. Additionally, the students gained insight from a variety of philanthropic leaders across Long Island regarding the value of giving to the communities that sustain us all.
L.I. Works Coalition: A Division of Goodwill Industries sponsored this event.
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Where We Stand and Why – An Important Message from the Board of Education
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