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Respect11/21/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School used their Advisory time to create posters about respect. The top 3 posters were recognized. 
Students Participate in Spelling Bee11/20/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolEighth grade students at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School participated in a grade-level spelling bee. The Top 5 spellers were recognized with certificates. 
Students Send Messages of Hope11/15/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School spread the message of hope to students from Asheville, North Carolina. Spearheaded by Ms. Mayo, the project undertaken by the school resulted in more than 1,000 cards, drawings, and messages that were shared with students in Asheville as they returned to school after a devastating hurricane. (Photos were taken by the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School photography... more info 
Student Conference Day11/6/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School hosted its annual Student Conference Day, which allowed students an opportunity to hear from a variety of different speakers. 
Middle School Celebrates Halloween11/4/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School wore creative costumes to celebrate Halloween. 
Students Visit Farm10/30/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents from ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School visited Brightwaters Farms to take a hayride, feed animals, and pick pumpkins. 
Students Volunteer in Community10/29/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolMembers of the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School National Junior Honor Society volunteer at the Brightwaters Block Party. Students sold pumpkins and helped at the game tent. 
Educator of Excellence10/28/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School reading teacher, Nicole Spinelle, was recognized as a 2024 Educator of Excellence by the New York State English Council. 
Middle School Hosts Scholar Shirt Day10/25/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Guidance department kicked off its college awareness initiative by hosting their annual 6th Grade Scholar Shirt Day, an important Guidance tradition for almost 20 years. Students and their teachers received a variety of colorful college t-shirts to be worn during a rally in the Middle School auditorium. 
Thanking First Responders10/21/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents in Mrs. Yarborough's class at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School wrote thank you letters to first responders and were surprised when some visited their class. 
Practicing Together10/16/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Girls Middle School soccer team participated in a joint clinic with the Varsity team to practice their skills together. 
Middle School Hosts Open House9/24/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolFamilies of students attending ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School received important information during the building's annual open house night. Teachers shared what students will be learning throughout the year, and parents and guardians had the opportunity to connect with their children's teachers. 
Middle School Students Reflect on 9/119/17/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents in Mr. McDuffie's class at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School visited the building's 9/11 Reflection Garden to learn about and reflect on the tragedy. 
Middle School Celebrates Moving Up Ceremony6/27/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolOn June 24, 2024, ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School celebrated its Class of 2028 Moving-Up Ceremony. The evening featured remarks from Middle School Principal Dr. Lisette, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Steven J. Maloney, Board of Education President Jennifer Brownyard and High School Assistant Principal Peter Raio. 
Middle School Writing Recognized6/17/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School students Brayden Dunn (Honorable Mention) and Amelia Sullivan (3rd place) have been recognized for their submissions to the Sea Glass Fiction Contest sponsored by the Whaling Museum of Cold Spring Harbor, in the grades 6-8 category. 
Middle School Hosts County Spelling Bee6/4/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School hosted the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Buzz Countywide Middle School Spelling Bee. ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø student Isabella Luque placed 4th in the County and Dayron Butler placed 10th. 
Student Poetry Recognized5/22/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolTwo students from ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, Stephanie Green and Noora Ahmed, were recognized in the 38th Annual Walt Whitman Birthplace Student Poetry Contest. 
Students Celebrate Poetry Month5/16/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School celebrated Poetry Month with a limerick contest. 
Student Writing Recognized5/15/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolA member of the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School "The Write Way" Creative Writing Club, Journey Gayle, received an Honorable Mention in the Arizona Mystery Writers Contest. 
Planting Learning4/24/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents and staff who participate in the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School M&M club planted flowers at the school to help it look beautiful for Spring. 
The Great Mail Race4/17/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School were invited to participate in "The Great Mail Race" by a school in New Jersey. They completed a survey about their class and mailed it to a middle school in every state hoping to receive responses. 
Volleyball Challenge4/16/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School students and staff participated in the Volleyball Challenge hosted by the Student Council. Fun was had by all, as ten teams rotated on three courts, playing each other. Officer Allison and Officer Levy from the Suffolk County Police Department joined in on the fun. 
Bird Art4/15/2024
News of Districtwide InterestStudents at Brook Avenue School created bird-inspired art to celebrate Spring. 
Circuit Learning4/8/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolSixth grade students at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School completed an experiment to learn about open and closed circuits. 
Spelling Bee Champs4/5/2024
News of Districtwide Interest³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School hosted a school-wide spelling bee that resulted in students being named grade-level or building champions. The building champions will compete in the Suffolk County spelling bee being held at the Middle School later this spring. 
Ice Cream for Learning3/19/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents in Mr. Tomforde & Ms. Nardone's class at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School learned the science of ice cream. After studying the states of matter and phase changes, students worked together to decrease the thermal (heat) energy of their milky mixtures. 
Social Studies Fashion Show3/18/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School learned about their rights during social studies classes and held a fashion show with shirts they designed to display their knowledge. 
Science Olympiad Participates in Competition3/15/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Science Olympiad team showcased their dedication and talent at the regional competition 15 students participated in a total of 18 events, emerging triumphant with medals in three competitions. Roller Coaster: Joe Farrell and Jackson Farrell Forensics: Yunus Hossain and Bao Tran Codebusters: Bao Tran and Catherine Wu 
Middle School Celebrates Black History3/14/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Black History Month celebration "edutained" audiences with a remix that included a live graffiti artist at work, professional dancer, two DJs scratching, the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High School Dance Team, the historical and cultural impact of Hip Hop, and a bit of theater in a production titled "The Verdict- A Tribute to Hip Hop." During a fictionalized court... more info 
Surprise Author Visit3/13/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School received a surprise visit from one of their favorite authors. Kwame Alexander stopped by the school to speak to students who had read his books. The students were excited to hear him speak and ask questions about his life, career, and writing. 
Learning About Middle School3/5/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolFamilies of future ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School students attended the annual Transition Night to learn more about the school and programs. 
PS I Love You3/4/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents and staff at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School celebrated P.S. I Love You Day. 
Build a Buddy2/27/2024
News of Districtwide InterestBrook Avenue School's Parent Faculty Association (PFA) and staff volunteers facilitated a Valentine's Day "Build A Buddy" event for students. 
Middle School Performs Matilda2/16/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School put on a performance of Matilda. The audience was wowed by the talent of the student performers. 
Community Art Wall2/7/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School have been working collaboratively on decorating a Community Art Wall that is housed in the school's library. 
Breakfast for Champions2/6/2024
News of Districtwide Interest³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High School held a Breakfast for Champions event last month. Four times a year, students are recognized for outstanding performance and leadership. Thank you to speaker Alexandra Russo (BSHS '16) for sharing her story and advice with the students. Congratulations to all of the honorees! Student / Area / Nominating Teacher Hunter Joel / English / Mrs. D'Antoni Jacob... more info 
Geography Islands2/5/2024
News of Districtwide InterestStudents in Ms. Rampersaud’s class at Gardiner Manor School designed islands with various themes to explain their understanding about geography with their classmates. Students also created poems to capture the essence of their island design. 
Rocket Balloons2/5/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents on Team 63 at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School enjoyed investigating Newton’s 3rd Law of Motion by collecting data on Balloon Rocket launches. 
Inspired Art1/30/2024
News of Districtwide InterestStudents at Brook Avenue School worked with art teacher Mrs. Pigate to create artwork inspired by Van Gogh. 
Magnetic Learning1/23/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents in Mr. Mollica's technology classes at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School are learning about Magnetic Levitation vehicles. They designed and built Maglev cars that they will then race to determine the fastest car. 
Learning the Guitar1/19/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents in Mr. Narvaez’s music class at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School had the opportunity to practice improving their skills on the guitar as they learned and played “Smoke on the Water." 
MS to Perform Matilda1/11/2024
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School will put on a performance of Matilda. 
Middle School Students Perform Concert12/13/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolSixth grade musicians at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School performed a Winter Concert for family and friends. 
Read Along12/11/2023
News of Districtwide InterestTeachers at Fifth Avenue School learned about Google for Education's Read Along. Christina Picardi, a member of the District's Technology Department, spoke at a faculty meeting to share how the program can enhance literacy skills. 
Turkey Bowl12/7/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolThe 6th grade students at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School took part in a Turkey Bowl coordinated by physical education teachers, Mr. Lynch, Mrs. Dobbs, and Mr. Giusto. The students participated in football games that helped them work on sportsmanship, teamwork, and skills review. 
Paying It Forward12/5/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High School, Athletics, Physical Education & HealthMembers of the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High School Athletes Helping Athletes program spent 2 days at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School. They shared a message about getting involved and answered questions from the younger students. 
Learning About the Revolution11/29/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents in Mrs. Russello and Mrs. Dale's social studies class at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School acted out vocabulary words from the American Revolution as classmates tried to guess the word. 
Latin Students Attend Classics Day11/28/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents from ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School and ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High School visited Stony Brook University for "Classics Day." They attended lectures about linguistics, ancient medicine, and etymology, participated in the creation of mosaics and paper togas, and taught board games to other students. Some students participated in three levels of a "Certamen" academic contest on Latin... more info 
Engineering Bridges11/28/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School completed a culminating activity for their Engineering unit. The students used the engineering design process to build bridges. 
Going for a Hike11/27/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolOn October 23, 2023 63 students from ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School went on a 5 miles hike in Sunken Meadow State Park. The hike was a culminating activity for the Outdoor Education unit for Ms. Pickus's 8th grade physical education classes. Throughout the unit students learned map reading skills, hiking etiquette, and hiking essentials with regards to safety, which includes what equipment to bring... more info 
Sharing Book Reviews11/21/2023
News of Districtwide InterestStudents in Mrs. Cristando's class at South Country School wrote book reviews for the school library to help readers find their next book adventure. 
Mathematician of the Month11/21/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents in Mr. Flick's math classes at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School were recognized as being "Mathematicians of the Month" for September and October. This distinction is earned by students who demonstrate hard work while learning math skills and leadership within the classroom. 
Middle School Holds Student Conference Day11/15/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School recently took part in the annual Middle School Student Conference Day. During this event, grade-level assemblies were held on topics like overcoming obstacles. Students also attended workshops run by ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø staff and students, as well as outside speakers, including guests from Northwell Health. 
Pumpkin Systems11/14/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School read the book Pumpkin Jack and then used pumpkin carving to learn about open and closed systems. 
Middle School Students Practice Math Skills10/26/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents in Ms. Canales' class at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School have been hard at work this year working on expanding their math skills. 
SMART Training10/26/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø technology staff members Mark Lane and Christina Picardi held SMARTBoard trainings for teachers at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School. The devices allow teachers to expand their innovation and collaboration as they educate students. 
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Board Trustee Guy Leggio Honored by State School Boards10/20/2023
Brook Avenue Elementary, Fifth Avenue Elementary, Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, Gardiner Manor Elementary, South Country Elementary, ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High School, Universal Pre-Kindergarten³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Board of Education Trustee Guy Leggio ('81) has been announced as the joint recipient of the New York State School Boards Association Everett R. Dyer Award for Distinguished School Board Service. This award is the highest award that is given by the New York State School Boards Association; it recognizes outstanding contributions to public education and children. Mr. Leggio has served... more info 
Library Orientation10/17/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School students attended orientation sessions in the school's library. Mrs. Miller, the librarian, spoke about exploring genres, showcased procedures, and shared information about a reading app available to students. 
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Hosts Suffolk County Principals10/16/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School and Principal Dr. Lors hosted the first meeting of the school year for the Suffolk County Middle School Principals Association. Suffolk County Police Officer Fernandez provided information about the mission and objectives of the SCPD's COPE Unit. 
Respecting Our School10/13/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Advisory Ambassadors facilitated a "Respect Our School" poster project among advisory classes. 
Square Moon10/2/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents on Team 65 at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School used the moon to learn about math. They learned about squares, square roots and perfect squares by mixing math and English Language Arts. 
Scientific Discovery9/29/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents from ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School partnered with students from Fire Island's Woodhull Elementary School to participate in a BOCES-led study. The students created examples of atoms, molecules, and compounds, and used scientific equipment to dissect pickles. 
Real World Math Problems9/27/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents on Team 65 at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School learned that math can generate rich discussions. While solving multi-step real world problems, students used discourse cards to help generate discussions. 
Middle School Students Create Solar Ovens9/26/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolSixth grade students at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School learned about the benefits of renewable energy during a solar oven engineering project. The students planned and built the solar ovens, and will soon test them. 
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle Schools Hosts Open House9/19/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School families received important information during the building's annual open house night. Teachers shared what students will be learning throughout the year, and parents and guardians had the opportunity to connect with their children's teachers. 
Middle School Students Practice Teamwork and Number Skills9/18/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School students on Team 65 completed a math lesson that helped them learn about good group work. They used the "100 Numbers Activity" to practice what good collaboration looks and sounds like. 
Board of Education Recognizes Employee7/3/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Board of Education recognized and honored ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School teacher Gerilyn Lessing. Ms. Lessing did not hesitate to step in and save a student's life during an emergency. 
Middle School Celebrates Moving Up Ceremony6/30/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageOn June 21, 2023, ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School celebrated its Class of 2027 Moving-Up Ceremony. The evening featured remarks from Middle School Principal Dr. Lisette Lors, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Steven J. Maloney, Board of Education President Guy Leggio and High School Principal Steve Gordon. 
Ultimate Competition6/20/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School had the opportunity to compete for the title of "Ultimate Champs" in an ultimate frisbee competition organized by the physical education teachers. 
Middle School Students Help Beautify Campus6/15/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School planted flowers to help beautify the campus. 
Department Holds Meeting at Historical Society6/9/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High School, District Home pageThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Social Studies Department strengthened their community connection by holding recent department meetings at the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Historical Society. 
Learning Outdoors6/8/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents from ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School had a chance to explore the outdoors during a trip to Sweet Briar Farms. 
Middle School Students Learn Orienteering5/25/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageOrienteering is a team navigation sport that utilizes a map and sometimes a compass. Students in Ms. Pickus' physical education classes at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School learned about orienteering through "The Amazing Race." Students worked in teams to navigate their way through a course with 7 checkpoints ("control points") that they had to visit in order. They used a map and... more info 
Expert Spellers5/23/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home page³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School students Ford Duchatelier Beaubrun and Samia Ahmed represented the school in the First Annual Suffolk County Middle School Spelling Bee. Ford placed second and Samia placed fourth. ...more info 
Tasting a New Adventure5/9/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School had the opportunity to sample different titles and find their next book to read during a "book tasting." 
Student Places in Poster Contest4/25/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home page³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School student Juliana Trotta placed 2nd in the Town of Islip's Earth Day Poster Contest. 
Middle School Students Practice Debate Skills4/11/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Debate Club has been working hard on their debate skills. Under the advisement of their coaches, Mrs. Ford-Hurt and Mrs. Yarborough, the debate team won a recent meet against Garden City Middle School. 
Maglev Champions3/31/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents from ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School participated in the 2023 Maglev Competition hosted by Brookhaven National Laboratory. Eight students medaled in different categories of maglev vehicles. Self-propelled 1st place: Ruth Palencia 2nd place: Dylan Raghuber 3rd place: Josue Padilla Electrified Track 1st place: Madison Wolferd 2nd place: Payton Kelly 3rd place: Josiah Koshy Gravity ... more info 
Science Olympiad Competes Successfully3/17/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Science Olympiad team earned 10 medals while participating in the regional competition. 
Celebrating Pi Day3/16/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageOn Pi Day (March 14), the National Junior Honor Society at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School raised more than $300 to help send students to summer programs. 
IB Students Submit Essays3/8/2023
News of Districtwide InterestThe seniors in the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High School International Baccalaureate (IB) program reached a program milestone. They recently completed and officially submitted their extended essays for the diploma program. 
Fifth Avenue Celebrates Read Across America3/3/2023
News of Districtwide InterestStudents and staff at Fifth Avenue School celebrated Read Across America week with specially-themed days. 
Middle School Celebrates Black History Month3/1/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home page³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Celebrated the close of Black History Month with a production paying tribute to the Harlem Renaissance and featuring tap sensation Cartier Williams. 
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Teacher Recognized2/28/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home page³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School English teacher Ryneld Curtis was honored at a Black History Month celebration held by State Senator Monica Martinez. 
Businesses of the Nile2/28/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageSixth grade students on Team 61 at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School created and presented Nile River businesses. Students created posters and slides that showcased how they would specialize along the Nile River in ancient Egypt. These young entrepreneurs then had to pitch their ideas to classmates, sharing the location of their business, and their plan for how they would trade with their customers, during... more info 
Making Ice Cream2/27/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents in Mrs. Nieto’s science classes at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School enjoyed making homemade ice cream while investigating phase changes of matter. 
Mentees Attend Show2/15/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageMembers of the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Mentor/Mentee program held a dinner theater event. The group ate dinner together and then attended a performance of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. 
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat2/14/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageCongratulations to the cast, crew and pit of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! The ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Drama Club put on a wonderful production of the hit musical. 
Skating into Learning2/10/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents from ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School took their physical education class outside the normal setting and practiced their roller skating skills at Gr8Skates. 
Visiting the Middle School2/10/2023
Brook Avenue Elementary, Fifth Avenue Elementary, ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageSecond grade students from Fifth Avenue School, Brook Avenue School and Mary G. Clarkson visited the Middle School to see a performance of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. 
Theater Workshop2/1/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageDrama students at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School had the opportunity to participate in a workshop with Margaret Tapogna Gatzonis. They enjoyed her class, "Beautiful as you are. 
Sharing Best Practices1/23/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home page³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School teachers participated in a Demo Slam to share with colleagues the different ways they use digital learning tools in their classrooms. 
Students Design Bookmarks1/20/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home page³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School students created bookmarks as part of an annual contest in the school's library. After votes were tallied, the winning bookmarks were recognized. 
Wrestlers Place 3rd at Tournament1/9/2023
News of Districtwide InterestThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Boys Wrestling team placed 3rd at the Rocky Gilmore Tournament with 219 points. Liam Knapp and Chris Reddy were champions in their weight classes. Jordan Drago placed 2nd in his weight class. 
Light the Night1/4/2023
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageMembers of the 8th grade Student Council at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School took part in the community's annual Light the Night event by volunteering in downtown ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø. 
Middle School Hosts Curriculum Fair12/22/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageRecently, ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School hosted its annual curriculum fair for incoming 6th grade families. 
Deck the Halls12/19/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageDuring Advisory, students at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School worked together to decorate the building's hallways for the holiday season. 
Sixth Graders Perform Concert12/12/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home page³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School's Music Department held a 6th grade concert featuring band, choir, and orchestra performances led by Mr. Zec, Mr. Narvaez, and Mrs. Senatore, respectively. 
Students Create Podcasts12/9/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents in Mr. Forthmuller's 6th grade classes at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School created their own podcasts about "enduring issues" using Google Slides and Microsoft Flip. 
Advisory Earns Celebratory Breakfast12/8/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageMrs. Meenan's Advisory period at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School donated the most to the school's Thanksgiving food drive and earned a special breakfast. 
Concert Prep Underway12/7/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageMembers of the performing arts groups at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School have been hard at work preparing for their holiday concerts. 
Students Give Back to Community12/5/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageMembers of the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School's Student Council volunteered to prepare Light the Night kits for the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Beautification Society. The students divided up into five stations led by the 6th grade student council officers, Kai M., Kathryn P., Emely C., Faith Y., and Natalie C., to construct and package over 100 kits for the Light the Night event on December 11, 2022. 
Turkey Bowl12/2/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School took part in a Turkey Bowl during their physical education classes. Students displayed great sportsmanship, perseverance and skill work. 
Recycling Program Begins11/29/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageAdvisory Ambassadors at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, working with Mr. Tomforde, have created a recycling program for the school. 
Positive Affirmations11/21/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School created positive affirmations for themselves and others. They hung them in the hallway for everyone to read. 
Middle School Holds Student Conference Day11/10/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School recently took part in the annual Middle School Student Conference Day. During this event, grade-level assemblies were held on topics like overcoming obstacles. Students also attended workshops run by ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø staff and students, as well as outside speakers, including guests from Northwell Health. 
Borrowing Digital Books11/9/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageLibrarian Mrs. Miller recently assisted 6th grade students at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School as they learned to use Sora, a resource for locating audio and digital books. 
Breakfast for Champions11/8/2022
News of Districtwide InterestOn November 2, 2022, ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High School held its first Breakfast for Champions of the 2022-20123 school year. Four times a year, students are recognized for outstanding performance and leadership. Thank you to speaker Julia Hutchinson (BSHS '15) for sharing her story and advice with the students. Congratulations to all of the honorees! Student ... more info 
The Write Way11/4/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home page³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School students are able to join The Write Way, the school's creative writing club, to grow their writing abilities and learn to express themselves. 
Bubble Lab11/2/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents in Ms. Gerakinis' science classes at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School completed a "bubble lab." They gathered qualitative and quantitative observations by blowing bubbles of 3 different soap solutions, testing to see which solution created the largest bubble. 
Middle School Celebrates Halloween11/2/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageThe students and staff at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School celebrated Halloween with creative costumes. 
Battle of the Teams11/1/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageWhere can you find games, races and teamwork all in one night? The ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Battle of the 6th Grade Teams! Teams of students gathered in the Middle School gym for the annual contest for grade-level bragging rights. 
Raising Awareness11/1/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Field Hockey team held a special game to raise awareness and funds for individuals battling breast cancer. 
Middle School Hosts Scholar Shirt Day10/31/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Guidance department kicked off its college awareness initiative by hosting their annual 6th Grade Scholar Shirt Day, an important Guidance tradition for almost 20 years. Students and their teachers received a variety of colorful college t-shirts to be worn during a rally in the Middle School auditorium. Students were also introduced to the Naviance Program, a personal... more info 
Raising Awareness10/31/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High SchoolStudents and staff at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School wore pink to raise awareness for individuals battling breast cancer. 
Art Outdoors10/28/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageMr. Rossi's art students at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School brought their classroom outdoors and drew inspiration for their artwork from their surroundings. 
Mentoring Group Holds Meeting10/27/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School Mentoring Program held their October meeting. Mentors and mentees worked together to decorate pumpkins for fall. 
Touchdown!10/26/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home page, Physical Education & HealthMr. Lynch's Physical Education students at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School played flag football during recent class sessions. 
Gardiner Manor Hosts Book Fair10/25/2022
News of Districtwide InterestStudents at Gardiner Manor School recently visited the Scholastic Book Fair. Thanks to the Parent Faculty Association (PFA), each student left the book fair with at least one book. 
Recess Guest10/25/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home page³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School students had a visit from ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø graduate SCPD Officer Allison, who played football with the students at recess. 
Mindfulness10/20/2022
News of Districtwide InterestKindergarten students at Brook Avenue School learned about mindfulness during sessions with Mission Be. 
Discovery Density10/20/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageMr. Slutsky and Ms. Mojica's science students at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School used bowling balls and a tank of water to learn about density. 
Still Life10/18/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents in Mr. Rossi's art classes at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School worked on still life drawings. 
Student Portal Lesson10/14/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home page³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School students worked with Digital Learning Specialist Mr. Lane to learn how to navigate the student portal section of ICampus. 
Learning About Archaeology10/13/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolStudents in Mrs. Attisani's Social Studies classes at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School learned about archaeology. 
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage10/12/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home page³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School teachers Mrs. Mercado and Ms. Browne created a display window to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. 
Middle School Hosts Book Fair10/11/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School had a great time browsing the shelves at the book fair. 
Exploring Science Careers10/7/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School, District Home pageStudents at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School learned about different careers in science and wrote about the ones they may want to pursue in the future. 
Constructing Solar Ovens10/3/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle SchoolMrs. Nieto's 6th grade science class at ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School put their scientific and engineering skills to the test as they constructed solar ovens using everyday household materials. At the conclusion of the project, students will test their design by cooking smores in their ovens. 
Introducing Street Games9/30/2022
News of Districtwide InterestSouth Country School Physical Education teachers spent a Saturday laying down colorful coats of paint for the school’s new set of street games. Students have enjoyed playing the games during both recess and gym class. 
Internet Safety Lesson9/28/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School students learned about internet safety from Suffolk County Police Department members PO Fernandez and PO Allison, a ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø graduate. 
BSMS Hosts Open House9/23/2022
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School families received important information at the recent open house session. Teachers were excited to share the material students will be learning this year. Open house events are an important part of forming the school-home connection that is critical for student success. |