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Fall Family Centers
11/8/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryFamily members of students in Mrs. Valdiviezo's class at Mary G. Clarkson School visited the classroom to participate in Fall-themed STEAM centers.
Storybook Pumpkins
11/7/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryFirst and second grade students at Mary G. Clarkson School transformed pumpkins into their favorite storybook characters.
Pumpkin Circuits
11/6/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School participated in Fall-themed activities during physical education classes.
Students Visit the Farm
11/5/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryFirst grade students from Mary G. Clarkson School visited White Post Farms.
Costume Parade
11/5/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryMary G. Clarkson School students dressed up for a Costume Parade to celebrate Halloween.
Visiting the Firehouse
11/4/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryKindergarten students from Mary G. Clarkson School visited the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Fire Department to learn about fire safety.
Students Pick Pumpkins
11/1/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School had the opportunity to pick pumpkins from a special pumpkin patch.
Mary G. Clarkson Celebrates Hispanic Heritage
10/28/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents and staff at Mary G. Clarkson School celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with an assembly that featured Latin dancers from ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High School.
Remembering 9/11
9/20/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryThe Mary G. Clarkson School learning community recognized the anniversary of 9/11 by creating commemorative ribbons.
MGC Hosts Open House
9/19/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryFamilies of students attending Mary G. Clarkson 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.
Bus Buddies
6/18/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School wrote letters to bus drivers to thank them.
MGC Hosts Interdisciplinary Fair
6/13/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryMary G. Clarkson School hosted an Interdisciplinary Fair that allowed families an opportunity to view student work from art and STEAM classes.
Fluency Flowers
6/11/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents in Mrs. Aponte and Mrs. Rourke's class at Mary G. Clarkson School created fluency flowers to show the many words they have learned this year.
Mary G. Clarkson Welcomes New Families
5/9/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryThe faculty at Mary G. Clarkson School held an orientation session to welcome the families of students who will begin kindergarten in September.
Programming Robots
5/3/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryKindergarten students at Mary G. Clarkson School practiced their coding skills during STEAM class by drawing lines for Ozobot robots to follow.
Doors for a Cause
5/1/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryClasses at Mary G. Clarkson School decorated their doors to celebrate Neurodiversity and Autism Awareness.
Bird Art
4/15/2024
News of Districtwide InterestStudents at Brook Avenue School created bird-inspired art to celebrate Spring.
Spelling Bee Champs
4/5/2024
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.
Visiting Author
4/4/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School had a visit from author Renee Winters, who shared her writing process, how to find sources of inspiration, and how to express creativity.
Mary G. Clarkson Celebrates Black History
4/3/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryAn assembly celebrating Black History Month at Mary G. Clarkson School put the focus on uplifting Black voices through literature and recognizing contributions of Black inventors.
Students Experience StarLab
3/21/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School experienced an interactive presentation in the District's StarLab, which included an exploration of the universe.
Teacher Recognized
3/19/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryMary G. Clarkson School teacher Mr. David Schecher was recognized as one of Legislator Sam Gonzalez's Black History Month honorees.
Build a Buddy
2/27/2024
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.
P.S. I Love You
2/27/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents and staff at Mary G. Clarkson School celebrated P.S. I Love You Day.
Bingo!
2/15/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryThe Mary G. Clarkson School Parent Faculty Association (PFA) hosted a Bingo Night for families.
Gift of Flowers
2/14/2024
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents in Mr. Treglia's class at Mary G. Clarkson School assembled flowers for the building's Main Office staff to celebrate International Lego Day.
Breakfast for Champions
2/6/2024
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 Islands
2/5/2024
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.
Inspired Art
1/30/2024
News of Districtwide InterestStudents at Brook Avenue School worked with art teacher Mrs. Pigate to create artwork inspired by Van Gogh.
Winter Wonderland
12/28/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryMary G. Clarkson School students performed for families and friends during a Winter Wonderland event that also featured decorations and a STEAM village.
Read Along
12/11/2023
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.
Thanksgiving Parade
12/8/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryMary G. Clarkson School students worked with their STEAM teacher to create a Thanksgiving Day parade simulation.
Cookie Battle
11/27/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents in Ms. Tramposch and Mrs. Sieber's class at Mary G. Clarkson School voted between Oreo and Chocolate Chip for their favorite cookie. Then, they tallied the results and created a bar graph and picture graph to show the data.
Sharing Book Reviews
11/21/2023
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.
Sandy Learning
11/16/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School practiced reading and writing with sand, Play-Doh, and small books
Learning About Democracy
11/15/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryKindergarten classes at Mary G. Clarkson School learned about democracy before Election Day. Students discussed the importance of voting so that all of their voices can be heard.
Mary G. Clarkson Students Pick Pumpkins
11/14/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School picked pumpkins from a pumpkin patch at the building. The event was made possible by the Mary G. Clarkson Parent Faculty Association (PFA).
Engineering Hats
11/9/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents in Ms. Brown and Mrs. Partridge's class at Mary G. Clarkson School constructed hats during a Mystery Science lesson about material properties and engineering.
Making Pumpkins
11/8/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents in Mrs. Fruhauf's class at Mary G. Clarkson School read There Was An Old Lady Who Wasn't Afraid of Anything and made Rice Krispy pumpkins.
Mary G. Clarkson Holds Storybook Parade
11/6/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents and staff members at Mary G. Clarkson School donned their best costumes for this year's Storybook Parade.
Nature Poems
10/24/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryMs. Brown and Mrs. Patridge's second grade students at Mary G. Clarkson School explore the outdoors to observe nature and collect details for fall-themed sensory poems.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
10/23/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryMary G. Clarkson School held an assembly to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Library Media Specialist, Mrs. Van Auken, shared a book with students, and the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High School Latin Dance Residency led students through an interactive performance.
³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Board Trustee Guy Leggio Honored by State School Boards
10/20/2023
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
Mary G. Clarkson Hosts Movie Night
10/16/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryThe Mary G. Clarkson School Parent Faculty Association (PFA) hosted a movie night for students and their families.
Solving Problems Through Design
10/13/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School learned problem-solving skills during STEAM class. They read Chicka Chicka Boom Boom and discovered a tree with an imbalance that needed to be fixed. They used the engineering design process to create new ways of building trees.
Analyzing Apples
10/11/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryMs. Russo and Ms. Surian's class at Mary G. Clarkson School learned about apples. Students read about "Johnny Appleseed," explored the life cycle of an apple, and used their five senses to analyze different apples.
Team Building
10/10/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryMary G. Clarkson School students practiced their collaboration and communications skills. Students in Ms. Brown and Mrs. Partridge's class used those skills to find ways to tie two Twizzlers together using only one hand.
Celebrating World Kindness Day
10/6/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents in Ms. Aponte and Mrs. Rourke's class at Mary G. Clarkson School listened to the story I am Peace by Susan Verde. They then brainstormed words that represent "peace" and decorated their chosen words.
Students Learn to Make Ten
10/2/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents in Mrs. Morales' first grade class at Mary G. Clarkson School learned how to find multiple ways to "make ten" by using manipulatives.
Learning to be a Scientist
9/29/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryMary G. Clarkson School's STEAM teacher, Ms. Navarra, helps students learn how to think like scientists. Second grade students learned about the scientific method by making predictions, conducting an experiment, and observing the results.
Inspired Art Projects
9/28/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents in Mrs. McCabe and Mrs. McNulty's class at Mary G. Clarkson School celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with an art project. They learned about Frida Kahlo and used her style as inspiration for their own artwork.
Mary G. Clarkson School Hosts Open House
9/22/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryMary G. Clarkson 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.
Mary G. Clarkson Students Honor Heroes
9/15/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryOn September 11, 2023, the students at Mary G. Clarkson School honored the heroes of the September 11th attacks. They worked together to create a mural of the American flag to display their patriotism and gratitude.
Kindergarten Students Learn About Kindness
9/13/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents in Mr. Benevento and Mrs. Mollica's kindergarten class at Mary G. Clarkson School started the year with social emotional learning. They learned how to use the force of kindness to spread goodness in the world.
Mary G. Clarkson Adds Book Vending Machine
6/5/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School's Parent Faculty Association (PFA) gifted the school with an amazing book vending machine. Students will have the chance to perform good deeds, earn vending machine tokens, and take home exciting new titles.
MGC Hosts STEAM Showcase
5/24/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School families had the opportunity to attend a STEAM showcase that featured projects incorporating science, technology, and art.
Helping the Earth
5/18/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMrs. Rourke’s class at Mary G. Clarkson School has been learning about ways to help our Earth by making recycled paper, taking brain breaks, and learning about lady bugs.
Books Come to Life
5/17/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School hosted performers from the CM Performing Arts Center for a theatrical adaptation of Elephant and Piggie, the popular series from author Mo Willems. Kindergarten students were thrilled to experience some of their favorite books brought to life. Sponsored by the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Arts Education Fund.
Mary G. Clarkson Hosts Orientation
5/16/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School hosted Kindergarten orientation for the upcoming school year. Families were provided with an in-depth look at curriculum goals and expectations for students, while incoming kindergarten students participated in Physical Education and Music activities.
Sensory Exploration
5/15/2023
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School had the opportunity to learn about the 5 main sensory systems and the 2 hidden sensory systems. The students rotated between stations, each of which required the use of a specific sensory system.
Mary G. Clarkson Decorates Doors for Awareness
5/11/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School classes decorated their classroom doors for Autism Awareness Month. The building hosted a "door tour" to show off their designs.
Pick a Reading Partner
5/9/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageP.A.R.P. (Pick A Reading Partner) month was a huge success at Mary G. Clarkson School. In addition to a book fair and an author visit, students read each night and logged minutes for a school wide read-a-thon fundraiser.
Mary G. Clarkson Marks Eid al-Fitr
5/5/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary. G. Clarkson School first grade teacher, Mrs. Rebore, initiated a school-wide project to learn about and celebrate Eid al-Fitr, which marks the end of Ramadan. Children in each class marched through the hallways lined by lit-up paper lanterns that were created by the students in their classrooms.
The Wizards Come to Town
4/26/2023
Brook Avenue Elementary, Fifth Avenue Elementary, Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, Gardiner Manor Elementary, South Country ElementaryRecently, students in grades K-5 in the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø School District were dazzled by a member of the Harlem Wizards. "Big J" visited Brook Avenue School, Fifth Avenue School, Mary G. Clarkson School, Gardiner Manor School, and South Country School to talk to students and demonstrate basketball tricks.
Board Recognizes Lifesavers
4/17/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageThe ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Board of Education recognized staff members from Mary G. Clarkson School for saving the life of a colleague. The group did not hesitate to jump into action when a medical emergency occurred within the building.
Author Visits Mary G. Clarkson
4/10/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageJay Miletsky, author of Ricky the Rock, Tess the Tin, and others books, visited Mary G. Clarkson School. He spoke to students about his books and inspired children to be the best they can be through acceptance and perseverance.
Artwork Hangs in Library
3/24/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageArtwork from Mrs. Portelli’s students at Mary G. Clarkson School is currently being displayed in the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Brightwaters Public Library. Student artists drew influence from the works of Frida Kahlo, Paul Cézanne, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and more.
Learning About Plants
3/23/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School’s Garden Club participated in a shared reading of a book about different types of plants.
Mary G. Clarkson Hosts Sports Night
3/22/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School held its annual Parent Faculty Association (PFA) Basket Fundraiser and Sports Night. Community members participated in various raffles while students, staff members, and parents competed against each other in fun games.
Winter Wonderland at Mary G. Clarkson
3/20/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School's physical education teachers set up a Winter Wonderland circuit for students to engage in various winter-themed exercises.
Students Learn About Coding
3/15/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageStudents in Ms. Navarra’s STEAM Class at Mary G. Clarkson School used Sphero bots to help them learn about coding and robotics.
Celebrating Mario Day
3/14/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High SchoolStudents and staff at Mary G. Clarkson School celebrated Mario Day on March 10th (Mar10) by dressing up as their favorite Mario Bros characters.
IB Students Submit Essays
3/8/2023
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 America
3/3/2023
News of Districtwide InterestStudents and staff at Fifth Avenue School celebrated Read Across America week with specially-themed days.
Mary G. Clarkson Students Donate to Animal Shelter
3/1/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMs. McCabe's kindergarten class at Mary G. Clarkson School recently worked on a community service project inspired by the book Madeline Finn and the Shelter Dog by Lisa Papp. The students were intrigued and wanted to know more about how they can help animals in shelters, like Madeline from the book. The students collected some old t-shirts, cut them into strips, learned how to braid, and tie... more info
100 Days at Mary G. Clarkson
2/28/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageKindergarten classes at Mary G. Clarkson School recognized the 100th day of school with a special Dance Party in the cafeteria.
Someone Special
2/27/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageFamilies of students at Mary G. Clarkson School gathered for a “Someone Special” Dance. The Parent Faculty Association (PFA)-sponsored event was a huge success as families and students danced the night away.
Mary G. Clarkson Celebrates Black History Month
2/24/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageStaff members at Mary G. Clarkson School organized an assembly to celebrate Black History Month. Special attention was paid to honoring figures from the past and present whose legacies we honor with reverence and gratitude. For each day of the month, faculty members recognized important figures in Black History during morning announcements, recounting the life stories, breakthroughs, and... more info
Super Centers
2/22/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageFamilies in Mrs. Valdiviezo’s kindergarten class at Mary G. Clarkson School worked on Superbowl Centers. Students created crafts, engaged in sorting activities, and built excitement for the big game.
Seeing Shadows
2/21/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School celebrated Groundhog Day by wearing tutus and ties. Unfortunately, it didn’t stop the groundhog from seeing his shadow.
MGC Holds Holiday Breakfast
1/11/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School held its annual holiday breakfast before Winter Break. All attendees were treated to a grand feast prepared by the staff members, led by Principal Letty Garcia.
MGC Students Perform at Pre-K Center
1/10/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageSecond grade students from Mary G. Clarkson School visited the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Pre-Kindergarten Center and delivered a special holiday performance. Additionally, the students engaged in a craft activity with students from UPK, mentoring them through the process.
Wrestlers Place 3rd at Tournament
1/9/2023
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.
Mary G. Clarkson Visits the Board of Education
1/6/2023
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageStaff members from Mary G. Clarkson School presented to the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Board of Education about the many ways that the school is addressing the needs of children. Mr. Schecher led students in a musical performance that brought a smile to everyone’s face.
Winter Wonderland
12/21/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School held its annual Winter Wonderland concert celebration. Families were treated to student performances, a beautiful STEAM holiday village, ornamental light displays, and photo opportunities with holiday characters!
Mission Be
12/20/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageRepresentatives from Mission Be visited kindergarten classrooms at Mary G. Clarkson School to discuss mindfulness strategies students can use to practice self care.
Mary G. Clarkson Hosts Holiday Shop
12/16/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School's Parent Faculty Association (PFA) held its annual holiday shop for students to buy gifts for family and friends. The shoppers were feeling the joy of the holiday season while they browsed for gifts.
Gingerbread Hunt
12/12/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageStudents in Mrs. Valdiviezo’s class at Mary G. Clarkson School went on a hunt for the Gingerbread Man that will culminate with students receiving a letter from a family member with an artifact.
Thankful
12/8/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageStudents in Mrs. Bouchard’s 2nd grade class at Mary G. Clarkson School decorated turkeys and wrote short texts about the things they are thankful for in their lives.
Fun for a Cause
12/7/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pagePhysical Education teachers at Mary G. Clarkson School organized a “Turkey Trot” prior to Thanksgiving. Students brought in non-perishable food items and then engaged in a fun run to show their gratitude during the holiday season.
Mary G. Clarkson Hosts Math Night
12/6/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School held a Family Math Night to help provide parents with information regarding i-Ready Classroom Mathematics. Several teachers collaborated to provide families with grade-level specific lessons, a number of home resources, and thorough presentations about the new curriculum.
Thanksgiving Parade
12/2/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School students worked with the STEAM teacher to create a Thanksgiving Day parade simulation.
Family Feast
12/1/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageKindergarten classes at Mary G. Clarkson School hosted family members for Thanksgiving feasts. Guests enjoyed a turkey lunch with pie for dessert!
Mary G. Clarkson Holds Food Drive
11/30/2022
Mary G. Clarkson ElementaryMary G. Clarkson School held a food drive to help families in need during the holiday season. Yadira Mendez, the school social worker, worked with students and staff to organize the drive and distribute the food to local families.
Introduction to Coding
11/10/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageStudents in Mrs. Navarra’s STEAM classes at Mary G. Clarkson School were introduced to coding and using computer language. Students used programming cards to write code and program their robots to follow.
Halloween Circuit
11/9/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pagePhysical Education teachers at Mary G. Clarkson School set up a Halloween-themed circuit for students to bolster their physical fitness in a not-too-spooky (but very fun) setting.
Maker Mats
11/9/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School students shared the projects they created from the building's October Maker Mat.
Breakfast for Champions
11/8/2022
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
Fire Safety Circuit
11/4/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School worked on a fire safety circuit arranged by the building's physical education teachers. Students worked on fire safety skills that include crawling under smoke, having an escape plan, stopping, dropping and rolling, using a fireman’s pole, and racing fire trucks to the fire.
Mary G. Clarkson Honors Admins
11/3/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School students showed their support for their Principal and Assistant Principal by making posters to demonstrate their appreciation.
Family Centers
11/3/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMrs. Valdiviezo invited family members of her kindergarten students at Mary G. Clarkson School into the classroom to help with Fall centers. Family members helped students work on STEAM related crafts that related to the Fall season.
Engineer Spiders
11/2/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageStudents in Ms. Navarra’s STEAM classes at Mary G. Clarkson School learned that spiders are some of the most talented engineers in nature. Students added bases and beams to build a segmented web bridge to cross the gap.
Picking Pumpkins
11/1/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School picked pumpkins from the building's very own pumpkin patch! Students picked pumpkins as a way to celebrate the fall season and appreciate nature.
Mary G. Clarkson Celebrates Hispanic Heritage
11/1/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School hosted an assembly to commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month. Students from ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø High School’s Harmonaires treated Mary G. Clarkson’s students and staff to wonderful performances and interactive activities.
Mystery Science
10/27/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMs. Jones' students at Mary G. Clarkson School completed a "Mystery Science" activity to create a hat.
Students Welcome Guest Reader
10/25/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageAssistant Superintendent for Elementary Curriculum Dr. Outlaw was a guest reader in Mrs. Morales’ first grade class at Mary G. Clarkson School. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, she read students a bilingual story called Abuela as they made connections to their own families.
Gardiner Manor Hosts Book Fair
10/25/2022
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.
Fire Department Visits Mary G. Clarkson
10/24/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School were treated to a visit by members of the ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Fire Department. Students learned about fire safety and had a chance to tour the Fire Truck.
Mary G. Clarkson held a playdate for students.
10/21/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageThe Mary G. Clarkson Parent Faculty Association (PFA) sponsored a playdate for students to have the opportunity to get to know each other better through games and activities.
Mindfulness
10/20/2022
News of Districtwide InterestKindergarten students at Brook Avenue School learned about mindfulness during sessions with Mission Be.
Sweet Event
10/19/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageThe Mary G. Clarkson Parent Faculty Association (PFA) recently hosted a fundraiser at Coyle’s Ice Cream Parlor. Sweet treats and fun were enjoyed by all!
Discussing Reading
10/7/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School read a book written by Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor. After hearing passages as a group, the students worked with partners to discuss how the passage applied to their own life.
Design Process
9/30/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageStudents at Mary G. Clarkson School worked with STEAM teacher Mrs. Navarra to use re-purposed materials to learn about the design process. One student’s trash is an engineer’s treasure!
Introducing Street Games
9/30/2022
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.
Recycling Fun
9/29/2022
Mary G. Clarkson Elementary, District Home pageMary G. Clarkson School students learned about recycling in STEAM class. They then repurposed materials to create their own names. |