http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us Copyright 2012 Syntax Communications Social studies came to life for fifth graders at Bellmore’s Shore Road School as Journeys into American Indian Territory, an organization that specializes in teaching students about Native American traditions, visited the school. During the two-day program, the students were given the opportunity to explore a museum of Native American artifacts. Some of the many interesting objects on display included clothing, tools, and a full-sized family tipi. The organization also conducted various activities including storytelling, native games, arts and crafts, and songs and dances, which provided students with first-hand experiences that reflected the depth of tribal history. As a culminating event, the students in each fifth-grade class participated in their own vision quest, a turning point in a young Native American’s life taken to find oneself and one’s intended spiritual and life direction. During their quest, the students pictured themselves in a forest surrounded only by nature. Following their quest, the fifth graders created a shield craft using paper plates in place of shields, Q-tips in place of buffalo bones, and paint to depict what they experienced on their individual quests. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5808 Mon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Universal Pre-K Parent Letter Universal Pre-K Application http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5802 Thu, 17 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Thank you to all residents who participated in the 2012-13 budget vote and trustee election. Proposition 1, the Bellmore School District budget passed by a vote of 766 to 347. Proposition 2, the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District passed by a vote 709 to 350. In addition, Marion Blane and Brian Desmond were re-elected as trustees to the Board of Education. Again, thank you to all who voted! http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5744 Tue, 15 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Elementary students in Bellmore received a special lesson in art when award-winning author and artist Joyce Raimondo visited the Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center. During the visit, the Reinhard students studied paintings featuring animals by such renowned artists as Picasso, Chagall, and Rousseau. Following the presentation, students created their own masterpieces utilizing construction paper, scissors, glue, and their imaginations. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5691 Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT The Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center’s Student Activity Council (SAC) sponsored a hop-a-thon, an activity that had students spend time before school and during recess hopping to raise money for muscular dystrophy. Students were introduced to this opportunity and provided with information about the disease in their physical education classes. Following the introductory sessions, each child was supplied with a packet describing the event and how their parents, relatives, and friends could become sponsors. Students had fun participating in this physical challenge and raised an impressive $3,010 for this worthwhile cause. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5692 Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT To get into the spirit of Cinco de Mayo, the students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore celebrated the Mexican holiday by creating Mexican flags, playing math BINGO in Spanish, and reading a short story about the life of a Mexican boy their age. They also enjoyed snacking on chips and salsa. As a special project for the first graders, the students created homemade serapes that they constructed out of paper bags in art classes and wore on the day of their celebration. Foreign language instructor Lisa Goldberg, who teaches the Reinhard students Spanish twice a week for thirty minutes, coordinated the celebration. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5545 Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT On Tuesday, April 24, second-grade students in Caryn McCabe’s class at Bellmore’s Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center traveled to Winthrop Avenue School to join librarian Marjorie Falabella and technology assistant Carol Monaco on a visit to the Star Power Learning Center. During the visit, the students enjoyed a presentation about solar energy and participated in a discussion about the many uses of the sun, renewable and non-renewable energy, and the importance of solar energy. Additionally, the second graders were introduced to solar absorption, which helped them understand how the ultraviolet beads they have used to make bracelets absorbs the sun’s energy to turn a white bead into a colored bead. The class also learned how the Winthrop Avenue School is considered a “solar farm.” “We don’t grow vegetables, but we help make electricity for our school and for our community,” stated Mrs. Falabella. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5546 Mon, 07 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT Kindergarten, first, and second-grade students at Bellmore’s Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center celebrated Earth Day by planting trees and flowers around their school building. Prior to the planting, kindergarten students showcased their earth-friendly creativity by parading around the auditorium for family and friends in hats made from recycled materials. Additionally, under the direction of Randi Andersen, the students performed a few songs, including “The Flowers Are Blooming.” “Students have been learning about Earth Day and the three R’s – reduce, reuse, and recycle,” remarked Principal Clifford Molinelli. “At Reinhard, being conscious of our earth isn’t something we talk about at this time of year only, but throughout the year.” He continued by mentioning some of the ways students help the earth during the school year, including their recycling program. In recognition of the Reinhard students’ work on behalf of the planet, Nassau County Legislator David Denenberg presented the students with ice pops to enjoy. In return, the students provided him with their ideas on ways to help the planet. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5468 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Two students from every sixth-grade class at Shore Road School in Bellmore competed for the title of Spelling Bee Champion. With their classmates and families cheering them on, the 16 students were slowly eliminated one by one until only two students – Paul Davis and Kyla Masarik – remained. By spelling “hygienist” and the winning word “insomniac” correctly, Kyla was named the Shore Road Grade Six Spelling Bee Champion. Both Kyla and Paul were given gift cards to Barnes and Noble as a prize. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5351 Sun, 22 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT Congratulations to the following third and fourth-grade students from Winthrop Avenue who participated in the 44th Annual Eugene Reichenthal Recorder Festival held at Brentwood High School, sponsored by the Suffolk County Music Educators Association. The students performed under the direction of their music teacher, Erica Davis. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5149 Sun, 01 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT To celebrate Music in Our Schools Month, the third-grade students at Winthrop Avenue Elementary School in Bellmore took to the stage for two musical performances. Under the direction of Erica Davis, the third-grade chorus and recorder club performed songs including “There Is a Melody,” “Spring Song,” and “The Ash Grove.” Following the choral performance, the school held a sing-along to The Sound of Music’s “Do Re Mi.” Music in our Schools Month is a month-long celebration of music education that allows districts across the country an opportunity to showcase the importance and value of music education in schools and for our children. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5037 Sun, 25 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Orchestra students from Bellmore’s Shore Road School traveled to Kennedy High School for a “musicfest” in celebration of March as Music in Our Schools Month. The elementary students, along with their director Kathy Rostholder, were mentored by the high school students as they played alongside one another. “Students found this to be beneficial, and it was also a great way for the sixth graders to see the high school orchestra in action,” said Ms. Rostholder. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=5038 Sun, 25 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Educators from the Heckscher Museum of Art visited students at Bellmore’s Shore Road School and brought with them a curriculum-based opportunity to explore art and creative expression. During the visit, Joy Weiner and Kristina Seekamp, Director and Associate Director of Education at the Heckscher Museum of Art, showed the students famous campaign posters throughout history and discussed their significance in their respective elections. Following the presentation, students were asked to create their own campaign posters, including a self-portrait and slogan. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4960 Sun, 18 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Students in the RAK Pack at Bellmore’s Shore Road School continued their community service program, as they raised money for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Pennies for Patients Program. To thank the students for their $300 contribution, Mr. Fuentes from the LLS visited Shore Road to educate the students about how their donation is helpful to the organization. During his visit, Mr. Fuentes explained that donations are used to support families with expenses, education programs, and support groups. The students watched a video about leukemia and lymphoma and how they compromise the body’s functioning, as well as different treatments for the diseases. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4961 Sun, 18 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT The sixth-grade students at Bellmore’s Shore Road School have been spending time learning about the culture of ancient Egypt. To bring the social studies unit to life, Mike Harrold of Jambo Productions brought his program “Ancient Egypt: A Multi-Cultural Journey” to the school. During his visit, Mr. Harrold took students on a virtual journey through Egypt via a PowerPoint presentation that highlighted his travels through the area, as well as stories and information that covered the Nile River Valley, the pyramids, King Tut’s tomb, and the geography of the region. Following the assembly program, small workshops featuring a traveling museum showcased artifacts from his travels. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4866 Sun, 11 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT To culminate six weeks of diligent practice, the sixth-grade students at Shore Road School in Bellmore participated in their physical education classes’ annual All-American Olympics. Representing colleges and universities, including the University of North Carolina, Syracuse University, and the University of Oregon, the sixth graders participated in various physical, mental, and creative activities. In addition to promoting important curricular components, the All-American Olympics also supported the District’s five core values - respect, dedication, teamwork, trust, and integrity. Organized by physical education teachers Brian Scott and Ari Bisk, the students worked together as individual classes to compete against one another in activities ranging from a fitness relay and volleyball games to a trivia challenge and poster contest. Each class was also given scores for cooperation, organization, and sportsmanship. This year’s winners were the sixth graders representing the University of Maryland in Gloria Panella’s class, with Carrie Neu’s Michigan State University representatives placing a close second. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4777 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT Following their Disability Awareness Week earlier in the year, the students at Bellmore’s Winthrop Avenue School learned about the importance of health and safety. Sponsored by the PTA’s Health and Safety Committee, the students spent the week learning how to eat correctly, play safely, and form proper workout habits. The week included participating in a 30-minute Pilates class with local instructor Einat, learning valuable bicycle safety techniques from AAA, and helping to create a healthy meal with “The Power of Food” with Dr. Robert Dell’Amore and Elaine Medin. Dr. Dell’Amore showed students how to combine vegetables, beans, olive oil and other fresh ingredients to prepare delicious and nutritious salt-free and sugar-free dishes that are low in saturated fats and rich in vitamins, unsaturated fats and flavor. During “The Power of Food,” students also helped prepare a healthy pasta salad with beans, as well as a homemade dressing, by chopping and combining the ingredients. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4663 Sun, 26 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT To promote community outreach and celebrate Valentine’s Day, first and second-grade Student Advisory Council members at Bellmore’s Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center visited residents at Parkview Nursing Home in Massapequa. Wearing their best pink and red ensembles, the students sang songs and delivered handmade valentines to the senior residents. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4664 Sun, 26 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Dressed in variations of pink, red, and white, the fourth-grade chorus at Winthrop Avenue School in the Bellmore School District celebrated Valentine’s Day by performing for family, friends, and fellow classmates. The Friendship Concert featured student-musicians singing, dancing, and playing Orff instruments - such as xylophones, metallophones, and glockenspiels – as well as recorder solos. Students sang a variety of songs, including a song entitled “Best Friends” written by students Georgie Yandolino, Frankie Yandolino, and Kristina Hyman, and a sing-along to “Valentine.” http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4630 Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Students at Bellmore’s Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center concluded their lesson on the Chinese New Year with a special performance by Chinese acrobat Li Liu. Sponsored by the PTA-Cultural Arts committee, Li Liu treated students to her act of balancing, plate spinning, trick cycling, juggling, and ribbon dancing. Students also learned about various aspects of Chinese culture, geography, and language, as well as the historical significance of the featured Chinese dances. “Chinese New Year is much like Christmas in the United States,” said Liu. “Our celebration lasts for 15 days. One of the most exciting parts of Chinese New Year for the children is the hóngbāo. They are red envelopes given as gifts that contain money.” Li Liu also discussed the significance of the color red in Chinese culture. “Red is a special color in China. We believe it brings good luck and pushes the bad things away.” http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4631 Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT It was a day filled with fun and educational games at Bellmore’s Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center on Friday, February 10 as the students and staff celebrated the 100th Day of School. The day began with a schoolwide assembly, where students showcased their musical skills by singing songs centered on the number 100, and counted their peers by ones, fives, and tens. Following the program, the students returned to their classrooms to participate in mathematical counting games, arts and crafts projects, and writing assignments. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4553 Sun, 12 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT To express their gratitude to those who have served in the military, the fifth and sixth-grade students at Bellmore’s Shore Road School created Valentine’s Day cards, which will be distributed to local veterans. Students used construction paper, glitter, markers and, most importantly, well-chosen words of thanks to honor these brave men and women. The cards were sent to veterans through Hempstead Town Councilwoman Angie M. Cullin’s office. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4427 Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Shore Road School students in the Random Acts of Kindness Pack (RAK Pack) organized a giving tree, which was located in the main lobby of the school. The tree was decorated with socks, hats and mittens, and all items were donated to the “The Inn,” a local homeless shelter. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4428 Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT Second-grade choral students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore took their audience on a tour of the world as they hunted for pirates’ treasure. Opening their Rising Stars concert, the students, dressed as pirates, animals, and other vibrantly colored characters, sang “A Pirate’s Adventure” as they set sail to the Caribbean looking for their treasure. After singing “Caribbean Amphibian,” the pirates discovered their “booty” could not be found and took their audience of parents, family, and fellow classmates to Mexico, Ireland, and India before ending their journey in Hawaii. Conducted by music teacher Randi Andersen, the students taught their audience, “The true treasure is not something you can hold, like gold or silver. It's inside of us just waiting to shine.” http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4358 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Honoring a tradition he began as principal of Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center and continued as Superintendent of Schools, Bellmore Superintendent Dr. Joseph S. Famularo visited each kindergarten classroom. During his visit, Dr. Famularo read Sean Covey’s Just the Way I Am, which focuses on Habit 1 – be proactive – from his novel The 7 Habits of Happy Kids. Once the story was completed, the students and Dr. Famularo discussed the theme and Habit 1. Before leaving, the superintendent donated a copy of the story to each classroom’s individual library and reminded the students that they should “read only on the days you eat.” http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4277 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Winthrop Avenue School hosted “Journey into American Indian Territory” for two full-day, in-house field trips. In conjunction with the current curriculum, Native American studies educational experts, focusing specifically on Eastern Woodland tribes, visited each school, playing traditional Indian games, re-telling historical stories, and interacting with a museum of authentic Indian artifacts, some of which are still utilized to this day. Throughout the two days, students were provided with an in-depth look into the culture of Native American Indians. A museum displayed artifacts from every aspect of life, including clothing, tools, cooking utensils, games, artwork and even a fully-constructed longhouse. Each artifact was described to students with a background story and lesson. Students learned how Native American Indians respected each other, nature and animals, which laid the foundation for their flourishing society. Traditions of teamwork and equality, deeply rooted in the culture, were portrayed through stories of agriculture. Students were able to gain hands-on experience by simulating tribal games such as King and Pin, as well as by crafting an original clay pot to bring home and discuss with their families. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4171 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Prior to the December vacation, students from Shore Road School spread holiday cheer by performing holiday music at the Nassau County Medical Center. The select choir, band ensembles, and chamber orchestra, under the tutelage of choral director Laura Laude, band director Jennifer Oshiro and chamber orchestra director Kathy Rostholder, enjoyed playing and singing along with the patients and staff on the rehabilitation floor. The student-musicians played and sang such holiday favorites as “Let It Snow” “Grandma Got Run Over by a Reindeer,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Winter Wonderland,” and “Feliz Navidad.” The students also caroled throughout their school the next day, with classes coming out into the hallways to sing along! http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4133 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT Kindergarten students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore continued a sweet holiday tradition as they worked to construct gingerbread houses. The students, along with parent volunteers, gathered together to put their artistic abilities to good use by showcasing their creativity and teamwork. Utilizing milk boxes as molds, students added icing, graham crackers, and colorful candies to construct the delightfully delicious and sweet houses. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=4026 Sun, 25 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Third and fourth-grade students at Winthrop Avenue School in Bellmore received practical lessons in safety from Child Abuse Presentation Services (CAPS), a Long Island organization dedicated to preventing bullying and child abuse. During the presentation, the students learned about various types of bullying and the role of the victim, the bystander, and the bully through discussion, activities, and role-play. Focusing on community and empathy, the students learned there are friends and classmates, but no enemies. The program was designed to create safe places where children have the opportunity to share, develop and practice the skills necessary to protect themselves from harm. Additionally, the presentation promoted social skills building and encouraged civility, kindness and compassion toward one another. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3966 Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT On Wednesday, December 14, students in Stacy Epstein's kindergarten class at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center participated in a videoconference, where they engaged in a distance-learning program with the Indianapolis Zoo. Presented by a member of the zoo's educational staff, the program focused on the story of The Three Snow Bears by Jan Brett and incorporated the curricular areas of science, social studies, language arts, geography and technology. “The students greatly enjoyed the opportunity to observe real polar bears and seals at the zoo and to learn more about these animals,” remarked Mrs. Epstein. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3967 Sun, 18 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The second-grade students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore received a special lesson in magnets. Brian Wallrapp, a former teacher and current science consultant for the district, visited each second-grade class to teach them the properties of magnets. During his visit, the students learned the unit of measure used for the strength of a magnet (gauss) and performed fun experiments utilizing paper clips and a neodymium (12,300 gauss) magnet, as well as an electromagnet (200,000 gauss). Students were encouraged to use their knowledge of matter to create precise definitions using scientific terms such as “attract” and “repel.” http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3888 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT Click Here for More Information http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3900 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT The students in Lauren McHale’s fourth-grade class at Winthrop Avenue School in Bellmore took a field trip to the Seaford Senior Center. During their trip, the students were paired with senior citizens to interview them. Students spoke with their partners about a variety of topics related to character education, including bullying, what it means to show integrity, and advice to live by in order to be a “good person.” Following the visit, the students reflected on the knowledge that was shared with them and created written pieces about the advice they were given. “It was hard to tell who enjoyed the day more, the fourth graders or the seniors,” remarked Mrs. McHale. “Both groups have asked for a repeat trip to the Center!" http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3827 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT As an extension of its Character Education program, students at Winthrop Avenue School in Bellmore participated in a Disabilities Awareness Week. Throughout the week, the third and fourth-grade students learned about many different disabilities through various activities. To begin the week, the Guide Dog Foundation visited the students during an assembly program where the students learned how the dogs are trained and how a person with a disability utilizes the animals. A handicap accessible van was also parked at the school on Monday. On Tuesday and Wednesday, the Long Island Children’s Museum brought their “Challenges and Changes” program to the students. Disabilities were brought to life in the hands-on activities as students learned what it is like to live with a disability. During the program, students explored some of the tools and inventions used by people with differing abilities, such as a wheelchair and a Perkins Braille typewriter. The third and fourth graders learned how people communicate through sign language and used their sense of touch to solve tactile puzzles. Visits from the singing group Creations, the United Cerebral Palsy of Nassau County and the Little People of America rounded out the week for the students. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3712 Sun, 27 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT To give back to the community that supports their education, the students and staff at Shore Road School in Bellmore collected nonperishable food items in time for the holiday season. During the food drive, which was sponsored by the fifth-grade Student Advisory Council, students, teachers, parents, and staff members brought in hundreds of cans and boxes of nonperishable food, which were then donated to local families in need for Thanksgiving. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3714 Sun, 27 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Fifth and sixth-grade students in the Random Acts of Kindness Pack (RAK Pack) at Shore Road School participated in the “Cell Phones for Soldiers” program sponsored by Senator Charles Fuschillo’s office. The old and broken cell phones that were donated were sent to ReCellular, which makes a donation for every phone collected to purchase calling cards for overseas soldiers and their loved ones back home. The RAK Pack collected over forty phones for this program. The RAK Pack is a group of students who perform random acts of kindness for their school and community. In providing service to others, the students demonstrate the Bellmore School District’s core values, such as dedication, teamwork, and showing respect for others. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3671 Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The third and fourth-grade students in the Student Advisory Council at Winthrop Avenue School in Bellmore led a schoolwide collection for the “Coats for Kids” campaign, organized in conjunction with Assemblyman David McDonough. The collected coats will be distributed to local needy families. Students donated a variety of winter coats and jackets ranging in shapes, colors and sizes. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3672 Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT Kindergarten, first-grade, and second-grade students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center beautified their school through their own art projects. Working with artist-in-residence Catherine Sparacino-Russell, the students used clay tiles to create abstract ceramic designs that will soon line the halls of the school as a permanent display. To complete their artwork, each student was provided with a clay tile, which they decorated with their own unique design before it was fired and glazed. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3551 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT The students in Phinola Baeza’s class at Winthrop Avenue School were challenged to create and build, using only household items, a tail for Winter following their viewing of the 2011 movie Dolphin Tale. The movie was inspired by the true story of a dolphin, Winter, and the compassionate strangers who helped her following the loss of her tail in a crab trap. Utilizing their imaginations and science and math skills, the students created various tails for Winter. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3552 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT During the last week of October, the students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore were treated to a PTA-sponsored pumpkin patch. During the seasonal event, each child was able to choose a pumpkin to take home and decorate with their families. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3440 Sun, 30 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT At a special ceremony held prior to the October 18th Bellmore Board of Education meeting, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Joseph S. Famularo, with help from the physical education teachers and select students of Charles A. Reinhard, Winthrop Avenue, and Shore Road, acknowledged the members of the Board for their hard work and commitment to the district in honor of New York State Board of Education Recognition Week. “Every year we highlight a different area of the curriculum for the Board, so that they may see the product of their hard work and dedication to our community of learners,” remarked Dr. Famularo. During the 45-minute program, students throughout the grade levels and buildings demonstrated the cohesiveness of the physical education program and the increased proficiency of their skills by showcasing the volleyball unit. The members of the Bellmore PTA also thanked the Board for their dedication and, in honor of the Board members, gifted the three schools with recess equipment, while the Bellmore Faculty Organization donated $300 towards the purchase of books and supplies for the building libraries. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3364 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT In conjunction with the September and October Core Value of Integrity, the fifth-grade students at Shore Road School in Bellmore enjoyed a one-woman musical entitled “Sticks and Stones.” The production, performed by local Bellmore resident and musical performer Lyle Cogan, was told through the eyes of six characters and highlighted the role of the bystander in bullying situations. The goal of the program was to help the students develop tolerance, empathy, and compassion, as well as to provide an inspiration for social responsibility. To prepare for the performance, the fifth graders worked with their teachers and classmates to discuss different types of bullying. Teachers also followed up the play with a discussion involving the students’ thoughts and opinions. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3299 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT Click Here for more information http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3195 Tue, 04 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT This school year, the Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore implemented the Peaceful Bus Program. Throughout the year, the students will meet with specific staff members who are identified as their bus team leaders. They will engage in a variety of activities as a bus community, aimed at building a greater sense of camaraderie and respect for each other on the bus. The role of the bus driver will also be elevated, and the students will begin to see their drivers as an extension of the school. To kick off the program, teachers performed a short skit that reinforced how the school is integrating the Bellmore Stars Core Values of integrity, respect, dedication, trust and teamwork with this program. Dressed as characters from “The Wizard of Oz,” the teachers visited “the Wizard” to gain the core values necessary for good behavior and a peaceful bus. “This proactive program teaches students to be responsible ‘rising stars’ and to respect themselves and each other. Most importantly, it helps each student to be safe on the bus,” remarked Principal Clifford Molinelli. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3179 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT To welcome students to a new school year, promote literacy, and discuss bullying and the District’s Core Values, Sally Curto, principal of the Winthrop Avenue School in Bellmore, visits each class throughout September to read a book with the students. “My main objective is for the children to understand that I have high expectations for good behavior and that I am available to help if they need an adult to work out a problem,” she remarked. Mrs. Curto will also begin her popular Principal’s Book Club, where students share with each other what they’re reading on their free time. “They inspire me and they inspire each other to try different books,” said Mrs. Curto. The Book Club runs for eight weeks in the fall and picks up again in the spring. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=3103 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT Blood Drive September 9, 2011 Flyer NYCB Irene Creates Blood Emergency Flyer http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2978 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT With their new school supplies ready, backpacks and lunchboxes packed, and first day of school outfits picked out and ready for show, students in the Bellmore School District were set for a new school year. At Shore Road and Winthrop Avenue, principals Patrice Matthews and Sally Curto welcomed their students following a relaxing summer, while members of the Board of Education, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Joseph S. Famularo, and Principal Clifford Molinelli welcomed the youngest members of the district at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2967 Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT Hundreds of bright-eyed sixth-grade students at Shore Road School proved their readiness for the anticipated move to Grand Avenue Middle School during the District’s annual graduation ceremony. Board of Education members, administrators, parents, and invited guests proudly attended the graduation of the Shining Stars as the students were rewarded for their six years of hard work. Offering advice to the sixth graders who are making the transition to the middle school, retiring Principal Christine Augusto remarked, “Adjusting to a new school is not always easy at first, but we are confident that you will quickly adapt to your environment and try your best to meet your own, and your teachers’, expectations. You must believe in yourself, put time and effort into your studies, and have confidence in your ability to succeed. When you are focused and determined, anything is possible…seize the day, and always put your best foot forward.” The graduates also received words of wisdom from Superintendent of Schools Dr. Joseph S. Famularo, Board of Education President Jay L. T. Breakstone, and PTA Co-Presidents Kim Goldberg and Barbara Haimson. During the ceremony, audience members were treated to musical performances by the sixth-grade band and orchestra, while the entire sixth grade sang Miley Cyrus’s “Wherever I Go.” The audience was also treated to a special performance of “Shore Road State of Mind,” set to the music of Jay-Z’s “New York State of Mind.” Juliette Kealy and Jillian Rossi wrote the song. Following the presentation of diplomas, the newly-appointed elementary school graduates gathered with parents, family members, and friends to take time and rejoice in their accomplishments. Congratulations to the graduates; in the words of Dr. Famularo, “Remember, you will always be Bellmore Stars.” http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2760 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT As a testament to the lives she’s touched over the last eleven years as Shore Road Principal, faculty, staff, and current and former students gathered together to honor retiring principal Christine Augusto. Through song, dance, and performance skits, the Shore Road community thanked Ms. Augusto for her dedication, support, and love, with a few comical mentions of her infamous peppermint patties. Wearing a crown on her head, with her husband by her side and tears in her eyes, Ms. Augusto enjoyed the performances that included “The 12 Days of Retirement,” “Top 10 Reasons We Love Ms. Augusto,” and “Seven Habits of Highly Effective Principals.” Following a performance of “For Good” from the Broadway musical Wicked that featured teachers and former students, Ms. Augusto spoke to the audience. “I am completely overwhelmed right now,” she remarked. “I have loved every minute I have been in your school and I will always keep you in my heart.” http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2761 Sat, 25 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT On May 17, as their parents were voting on the district budget, the Bellmore students participated in Democracy in Action, which afforded them the opportunity to learn the importance of voting. The students cast their ballot on an issue of importance to them – a spirit day theme. The program was implemented to not only teach the students about the democratic process of voting, but to also show them that every vote counts! With 556 total votes cast, the winner of this year’s election, with 200 votes, was Mix and Match Day. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2692 Sun, 19 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT Fifth and sixth-grade students in Jessica McDaniel's and Anne Craine’s classes at Shore Road School in the Bellmore School District recently took a field trip to King Kullen, where students worked on their functional social and math skills. During their excursion, the students purchased food items that were later used to create a trail mix to be sent overseas to troops in honor of Memorial Day. Each student was given five dollars to purchase one ingredient and were responsible for locating the item in store aisles, finding the cash register, and checking out as independently as possible. The ingredient list included pretzels, marshmallows and chocolate chips, among others. The sixth graders in Daniel Kopetic's class also accompanied the group on the trip, and helped to make the trail mix. Together, the students in Mrs. Craine's and Mr. Kopetic's classes worked cooperatively on an assembly line to create mason jars filled with the mix. Students then attached a ribbon and decorated the jar to be sent off for the troops to enjoy. Also a big help in creating the trail mix and coordinating the trip was school psychologist Mrs. Beneville along with teacher assistants Mrs. Fusco, Ms. Schreiber and Mrs. Snaider. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2641 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT The first-grade students in David Reilly's class at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center joined forces with Jody Leibowitz's fourth-grade class at Winthrop Avenue School and Gail Passet's fifth-grade class at Shore Road School to participate in an "anti-bullying" presentation entitled “3 Cool Schools.” The students in all three classes have worked together throughout the school year via videoconferencing and written correspondence to share their views and feelings about stomping out bullying behavior. The students voted on an original slogan and had t-shirts printed with the slogan, "You're Not Cool If You Bully Like A Fool." The focus of this program was to identify the role of a "bystander" and to learn how to react in an effective way to help others. On Thursday, June 2, the students joined together at the Shore Road School to act out original skits about bullying and then paused to ask the audience, "what would you do if you were a bystander in these situations?” Principals Christine Augusto, Sally Curto, and Clifford Molinelli acted out their own skits and asked the students to problem solve various dilemmas. “It was an exciting and meaningful morning shared by all,” said Mrs. Leibowitz. Added Mr. Reilly, “The students demonstrated the core values of teamwork, integrity, and respect for others while they learned techniques to help stop bullying behaviors and become part of the solution.” http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2642 Sat, 11 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT As an extension of their science curriculum, third-grade students at Winthrop Avenue School in Bellmore explored a 19-foot inflatable replica of the earth as part of the “Our Living Earth” program. Experiencing the same view astronauts get from space, the students examined the “Earth Balloon” in its entirety right in their own school. They observed the silk-screened outer portion of the earth and then crawl inside for insight on everything from plate tectonics to political geography and biomes. Topics of conversation included geography, climate, and culture. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2581 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT Kindergarten students in Christine Wuchte’s and Donna Masetti’s classes at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore performed “The Rainbow Zebras” for parents, friends, and fellow classmates. Through song, the kindergartners, dressed as various animals and flowers, told the story of how being different can be wonderful. To prepare for their premiere, the students worked with their teachers to learn their lines and choreography, as well as with their music teacher Laura Laude to learn the lyrics to the songs. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2522 Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Third graders at Winthrop Avenue School studied the lifecycle and body parts of the butterfly as part of their science curriculum. During the unit, the students received the characteristics that classify the butterflies as insects, learned important vocabulary terms, and worked to identify and discuss the functions of various body parts, including the exoskeleton, compound eye, and wings. Additionally, the students had the opportunity to watch a caterpillar become a butterfly. The third graders observed the caterpillars forming their chrysalises and then made notes on when they would emerge as adult butterflies. Once they hatched, the students released the butterflies outside. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2523 Fri, 27 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Every two months, teachers in the Bellmore School District emphasize a particular character education trait in their lessons. For the months of May and June, that trait was teamwork. During those two months, the students learned that together, they can make a difference. With that in mind, the second-grade students in Christopher Merz’s and Karen Reilly’s classes teamed up to play a friendly match of kickball to help raise money for the American Red Cross. The two classes were able to donate more than $130 to help families in Japan affected by the tsunami. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2441 Sun, 15 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT Over the past few years, students in the Bellmore School District have been corresponding through videoconferences with fellow students in various countries throughout the world. Students have made connections with children from Poland, Scotland, Chile, Russia, India, and Uganda, just to name a few. This year Winthrop Avenue Technology Assistant Carol Monaco arranged a global partnership between England native and fourth-grade teacher Phinola Baeza and Donna Nicholson, a fourth-grade teacher from a primary school in the small country town of Staffordshire, England. Throughout the year, the two classes have compared their lives and cultures. So when Mrs. Nicholson and her family traveled to New York in April, Mrs. Baeza and Mrs. Monaco decided to meet her for lunch. Mrs. Nicholson brought letters from her students and a British teddy bear for the class. Mrs. Baeza and Mrs. Monaco shared copies of the district’s newsletter, the Bellmore Buzz, a character education program pamphlet, a Winthrop Avenue planner, and letters from our students. The main topic of conversation was the children, the friendships they had made, and the letters they shared. They also discussed future communications between the two classes. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2442 Sun, 15 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT In April, second-grade students from Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore received a special treat as Spiga Bakery chefs Luca Caravello and Adriana Fortunato visited the students. During their visit, Chef Luca and Chef Adriana spoke with the students about working in the community and how they provide both goods and services. The students also had the opportunity to ask questions of the chefs, including, “How many cookies do you sell in a day?” As an extra-special treat, Chef Luca and Chef Adriana also brought sugar cookies and taught the students how to decorate them using icing, pastry bags, and sprinkles. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2443 Sat, 14 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT To get into the spirit of Cinco de Mayo, the students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore celebrated the Mexican holiday by creating Mexican flags, playing math BINGO in Spanish, reading a short story about the life of a Mexican boy their age, and snacking on chips and salsa, all while wearing homemade serapes that they constructed out of paper bags in their art classes. Foreign language teacher Lisa Goldberg, who teaches the Reinhard students Spanish twice a week for thirty minutes, coordinated the celebration and sang “La Beandera Mexicana” (“The Mexican Flag”) with the students. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2405 Sun, 08 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center’s Student Activity Council (SAC) sponsored a Hop-a-Thon to raise money for muscular dystrophy. The Early Childhood Center’s physical education teachers, Kathryn Fay and Elia DeBlasio, organized this awareness program for people with disabilities. Students were introduced to this opportunity and provided with information in their physical education classes to raise their awareness of disabilities. After these introductory sessions, they took home packets describing the Hop-a-Thon and how their parents, relatives and friends could become sponsors. For three days the students hopped before school and during recess. Approximately 120 students participated in this physical challenge and raised more than $3,100 for this worthwhile cause. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2346 Sun, 01 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT The Student Advisory Council at Winthrop Avenue School put their Core Values of respect, dedication, integrity, trust, and teamwork to the test as they helped organize a food drive for Long Island Cares – Harry Chapin Food Bank. With the help of their classmates, SAC collected more than 200 pounds of nonperishable food for those less fortunate. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2301 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in the Bellmore School District celebrated Earth Day by beautifying the grounds of their school. Second graders planted a tree, while the kindergarten and first-grade students planted colorful flowers. Prior to the plantings, all three classes showcased their creativity in an assembly for parents and family members where they marched through the auditorium wearing costumes made of recyclable materials, including water bottles, cans, and cardboard. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2302 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT We are deeply saddened over the loss of Sherry Lang and wish to extend our most sincere condolences to her family and friends during this difficult time. Sherry has been employed with the district for 18 years and was well-liked and respected by everyone. She started her career with the district as a monitor and worked her way to the position of clerk typist at Shore Road School. She will truly be missed. Grief counselors will be provided to students and staff as needed when school returns to session next week. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2281 Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT As an extension of the Bellmore School District’s Character Education program, sixth graders in Stacey Reiner’s and Graceann McClenahan’s classes at Shore Road School tie-dyed and sold socks in an effort to Stomp Out Hunger. Through their efforts, the two classes raised more than $560 for The Freeport INN, a local soup kitchen that feeds hungry children, adults, and seniors. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2225 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Members of the Student Advisory Council at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore hosted a “Pennies for Patients” fundraiser throughout the month of March, raising more than $500 for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. The collection encouraged students to donate their spare change and reinforce the school’s Character Education program. The money raised will go towards supporting the society’s mission, which is to help find a cure for leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma and Hodgkin’s disease. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2224 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT Award-winning poet, motivational speaker, and children’s book author Darren Sardelli visited the students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore. During his visit, which was sponsored by the school’s Parents as Reading Partners Program, Mr. Sardelli brought poetry to life by performing several of his funny poems for the kindergarten, first, and second-grade students. He also spoke about the importance of writing down ideas and the wonderful things that can be created with those ideas. During his visit, the students had the opportunity to create original and humorous poems with the assistance of Mr. Sardelli. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2180 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT To celebrate Music in Our Schools month, the chorus at Winthrop Avenue School entertained a crowd of parents, family members, and fellow students in their annual St. Patrick’s Day concerts. Dressed in their most festive green ensembles, the students showcased their musical talents through songs such as “Kids and Music Are One,” “I’ve Got Rhythm,” and a special Irish folk song, “Working on the Railway,” which featured recorder and Orff instrument players. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2070 Sun, 20 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT PetraPuppets recently treated the students at Winthrop Avenue School in Bellmore to a performance highlighting the importance of math. The PTA-sponsored Money, Math, Mania presentation was a curriculum-based exploration of money and mathematics, which allowed and encouraged student participation. Ventriloquist Steve Petruzzella used puppets, games, and original songs and music as he taught the students that math could be fun. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2034 Sun, 13 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Art historians from Heckscher Museum visited fifth and sixth-grade students at Shore Road School in Bellmore to discuss art in American history and how advancements in technology have changed the way artists capture important events and figures. Following the presentation, students were asked to combine words and American symbols to create their own art history pieces. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=2005 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT Earlier this year, students in Amanda Kowalski’s class at Winthrop Avenue School in Bellmore wrote letters to Miss Kowalski’s nephew, Lance Corporal Michael Reyes of the United States Marines, and the soldiers in his unit. To thank the students for their thoughtfulness, Lance Corporal Reyes visited the students. Dressed in his uniform, he informed the students that he and his unit are helping to build schools and hospitals while overseas, spoke of the traditions of the Marines, and answered questions about his uniform and the medals. “The kids thought he was a superhero,” said Miss Kowalski. “They got to see where their letters went and what it meant for him and his unit to receive those letters.” http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1956 Sun, 27 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT To celebrate the end of their three-week participation in Parents as Reading Partners (PARP), the students at Winthrop Avenue School in Bellmore were treated to a special surprise. At the beginning of PARP, Winthrop Principal Sally Curto promised the students that if one hundred percent of them participated she’d take part in a principal’s challenge. On Friday, February 18, Ms. Curto took to the gymnasium to climb the vertical cargo net in front of students and staff. During her challenge, Ms. Curto also congratulated the top two classes with the highest reading minutes in each grade – Ms. Lowy’s third-grade class and Ms. Baeza’s fourth-grade class – as well as the top three highest readers in each grade level. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1954 Sun, 27 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT At the February 15th Board of Education meeting, the Bellmore School District honored former Assistant to the Assistant Superintendent for Business and Technology, Judy Wallis, for her 27 years of dedicated service. During her tenure with the district, Ms. Wallis worked for nine business officials. The district wishes her well in her retirement. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1955 Sat, 26 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Bellmore Students Visit Senior Center for Valentine’s Day To promote community outreach and celebrate Valentine’s Day, first and second-grade students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore visited residents at Parkview Nursing Home in Massapequa. Wearing their best pink and red ensembles, the students sang songs and delivered handmade valentines to the senior residents. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1865 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT In celebration of Valentines Day and to honor our veterans, sixth-grade students in Lisa Garry’s class at Shore Road School in Bellmore joined together with the second graders in Karen Reilly’s class at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center to create valentines for veterans. Together, the students participated in a read-aloud of Devin Scillian’s book “H is for Honor,” discussed the contributions that veterans have made for our country, and worked in pairs to create the valentines, which were sent to veterans through Hempstead Town Councilwoman Angie M. Cullin’s office. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1836 Sun, 13 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT This past December, the Student Advisory Council (S.A.C.) at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore held a “Purple Heart Pups” fundraiser. This fundraiser was established by the Merrick Lions Club to help disabled veterans lead successful and independent lives by raising the money needed to provide them with access to service dogs and other supportive programs. To help raise the funds, each student was given the opportunity to create star that would be featured on the “Stars for Heroes” wall for a donation of $1. Through the donations, S.A.C. was able to raise more than $300, with proceeds going directly to America’s Vet Dogs and The National Amputation Foundation. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1837 Sat, 12 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT The kindergarten, first-grade, and second-grade students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore are working on their logic skills and problem-solving abilities through the game of chess. The Chess Club is a group of almost 200 students who meet once a week for four weeks, during their lunchtime recess, to learn and advance their chess skills. Offered through the PTA, the students receive their instruction from local chess masters, all of whom are members of the Long Island Chess Nuts. The club, open to beginners as well as advanced players, allows students to learn and perfect their skills. Each week begins with a ten-minute lesson on the rules and strategies of chess; the remaining time is used for students to compete against each other, based upon skill level. During this time, the advisor walks around and offers advice and tips for each child to improve their game. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1794 Sun, 06 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Shore Road Intermediate Center proudly announces that a remarkable 31 students were selected as All-County musicians during the 2010-2011 school year. Members of the band, chorus, and orchestra were selected as All-County musicians in recognition of their solo performances for the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) program. The students represented the district at the All-County music festival, which was held at the Tilles Center for Performing Arts at Long Island University’s C.W. Post Campus for two Saturdays in January. Congratulations to the following students who were chosen: Band Edward Grimes, Bb Clarinet Nick Heller, Bb Clarinet Shivani Sharma, Flute Jason Spiller, Alto Sax Chorus Steven Alexander, Alto Colm Kelly, Alto Samantha Crichton, Soprano Deanna DeMarco, Soprano Doug Gallo, Alto Jessica Griffith, Alto Skylar Hasseck, Soprano Molly Katz, Alto Ryder Lampert, Alto Samantha McCarson, Alto Douglas Newman, Alto Sydney Press, Soprano Nicolina Torchia, Alto Orchestra Samantha Adams, Viola Paige Caleca, Violin Jennifer Chen, Violin Anthony Citarelli, Double Bass Cayla Conley, Double Bass Allison Cotter, Violin Alexandre Dembo, Violin Nicole Khouryawad, Cello Robert Lyons, Double Bass Alexander Mora, Double Bass Danielle Polirer, Violin Jillian Rossi, Viola Amanda Schleider, Viola Elle Amber Tiongson, Violin http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1776 Wed, 02 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT Second-grade chorus members at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore serenaded parents, family members, administrators, and fellow students during their Rising Star choral performance. Dressed in their best green clothing, to go along with the “Being Green” theme, the students recited facts about the environment and their favorite fictional green characters, such as Oscar the Grouch, the Wicked Witch of the West, and Kermit the Frog. The 130-member chorus, the largest in the school’s history, sang songs such as “It’s Not Easy Being Green,” and “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch.” To conclude the program, the musicians lined the aisles to perform a student-choreographed danced number to “I’m a Believer” from the Shrek trilogy. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1675 Sun, 23 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Click here for more information... http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1669 Thu, 20 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT In December, students from Shore Road School’s select chorus, chamber ensemble, and band ensemble performed musical selections for patients on the rehabilitation floor at Nassau County Medical Center. The student-musicians played and sang such holiday classics as “Frosty the Snowman,” “Chanukah, Oh Chanukah,” “Carol of the Bells,” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” to bring cheer to patients, who sang and clapped along to some of their favorite holiday songs. Fourth-grade orchestra and band students at Winthrop Avenue School in Bellmore caroled throughout their building, performing classics such as “Jingle Bells,” “Dreidel,” and “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” prior to their vacation to spread holiday cheer. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1650 Mon, 17 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Sixth graders at Shore Road School in Bellmore, under the direction of music teacher Laura Laude, held their annual Talent Show on Wednesday, December 15. Showcasing their dance, theatrical, and musical abilities, 23 student-acts performed their talents on the auditorium stage for family and friends. Performances included Abbott and Costello’s classic “Who’s On First” comedy sketch by Eddie Grimes and Andrew McLaughlin, a ballet solo by Peyton Fishman, and renditions of such popular songs as Bruno Mars’ “Just the Way You Are” and Katy Perry’s “Fireworks.” Additionally, in continuing with the district’s core values and character education program, students in Gloria Panella’s class sold concessions throughout the program. All proceeds were donated to Action Against Hunger. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1617 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Click here for more information... http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1613 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore participated in The Great Bedtime Story Pajama Drive this December. Second-grade teacher Christopher Merz and first-grade teacher Kathy Schriver, along with Scholastic Book Clubs and the non-profit Pajama Program, organized the in-school pajama drive. The mission of this drive is to provide children in need with brand-new pajamas and books; these are children who live in group homes, shelters, foster care and orphanages. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1538 Sun, 19 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT To make the holiday season a little brighter for underprivileged children, students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood, Winthrop Avenue, and Shore Road School, all in Bellmore, sponsored toy drives. The new, unwrapped toys for Reinhard and Winthrop will be donated directly to families within the individual buildings, while Shore Road will continue their yearly tradition of donating their toys to the John Theissen Children’s Foundation. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1539 Sun, 19 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT On Saturday, November 13, nine third-grade students at Winthrop Avenue School in Bellmore, along with their music teacher Erica Davis and Reinhard music teacher Randi Andersen, were selected to represent the district at the Nassau Music Educators Association’s annual PEAK (Parents, Educators, and Kids) festival. The annual festival, which was held at Oceanside Middle School, is a celebration of elementary music for third-grade general music students. Third graders from across Nassau County participated in the festival, where they attended workshops during the morning and performed for friends and family in a group sharing session. Congratulations to Elana Abrams, Grace Angrisani, Summer Hasseck, Morgan Kaplan, Cooper Moran, Liam Orr, Taylor Purvin, Victoria Torchia, and Casey Ungarsohn for being selected to the PEAK festival. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1540 Sun, 19 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT To beautify their school cafeteria and showcase their artistic talents, the third and fourth-grade students at Winthrop Avenue Elementary School in Bellmore worked with two artists-in-residence to create unique and original murals. Collaborating with John DiNaro and Elizabeth O’Connor from Horse and Eagle for one week, the students painted two nature scenes on the walls of their lunchroom. Throughout the week, students learned different brush techniques and took pride in knowing that their artwork will be on view for years of Winthrop Winning Stars to enjoy. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1525 Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-priority:99; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;} Forms for September 2011 Kindergarten Registration - Click Here http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1527 Mon, 13 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT Jay Lupetin, an art teacher at Shore Road School and Winthrop Avenue School in Bellmore, was named a 2010-2011 Dowling College/News12 Long Island Educator of the Month. Dowling College representative Dr. Clyde Paine visited Shore Road where Mr. Lupetin’s colleagues and administrators gathered to honor the achievement of one of their finest teachers. The Educator of the Month program praises the outstanding dedication of many Long Island teachers. Mr. Lupetin’s accomplishments place him in a most distinguished group of excellent educators who have received this award. News 12 Long Island will highlight Mr. Lupetin during brief segments that will air regularly throughout the month of January. Mr. Lupetin began his career in Bellmore in 1975. He holds a Bachelor’s in Art Education from Hofstra University and a Master’s in Physical Education from Adelphi University. He and his wife, Tricia, reside in Wantagh with their two children, J.P. and Daria. “Jay Lupetin has been an extraordinary educator who has instilled values and thirst for knowledge in the thousands of students whose lives he has impacted over the past thirty-five years,” said Christine Augusto, Principal of Shore Road School. “He has consistently demonstrated a high level of professionalism and expertise in his field as well as sound instructional practices, a strong work ethic, and a dedicated commitment to his students.” http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1468 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT Throughout the month of November, the Student Council at Shore Road School in Bellmore collected food for its annual Thanksgiving Food Drive. Students, teachers, parents, and staff members brought in hundreds of cans and boxes of nonperishable food that were packed into boxes and delivered to local families in need. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1469 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT Kindergarten, first-grade, and second-grade students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore recently had the opportunity to practice their hand-eye coordination while learning circus skills. Working with professional clowns from Cirque du Jour during their physical education period, the students were taught how to juggle, balance feathers on their palms, spin a plate on a stick, and many other fun circus tricks. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1470 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT To prepare for Thanksgiving, second-grade students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore utilized their mathematical and artistic skills by participating in in-class Thanksgiving stations. The educational stations, which highlighted mathematics, art, English, and social studies, allowed the students an opportunity to have fun while learning about Thanksgiving and its traditions. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1471 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT Continuing to stress the importance of educating the whole student, the Bellmore School District has incorporated the “7 Habits of Happy Kids” into their character education curriculum. During the week of November 8, the third and fourth-grade students at Winthrop Avenue School participated in numerous activities revolving around the subject of bullying. On Monday, November 8, the students enjoyed a performance by Scot Cannon entitled “Open the Door.” The 45-minute program uses pantomime, music, and audience participation to look at the subject of bullying, anger, tolerance, and what to do when you’re having a bad day. To follow up with the performances, district social worker Joan Sass, visited classrooms to participate in an open dialogue with the students and to address any concerns, comments, or questions the students might have. To conclude the week, the Squeaky Clean Band performed their “Pull Together” character education show, where students learned about working together as a team and respecting one another’s differences. “We wanted a week, early in the school year, that emphasized good character and an anti-bullying theme to refer to for the remainder of the school year,” said Principal Sally Curto. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1380 Tue, 16 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT The third and fourth-grade students at Winthrop Avenue in Bellmore have been busy writing letters of support to many United States soldiers currently serving overseas. Third-grade teacher Amanda Kowalski, whose nephew Lance Corporal Michael Reyes is currently serving in the United States Marines, started the project with her class last spring and continued this year with her current class. The students are writing directly to the members of Lance Corporal Reyes’ unit and are personally addressing their letters to individual soldiers. “The letters bring these brave soldiers a much needed smile to remind them of home and all of those who support them,” said Miss Kowalski. In participating in this project, the students demonstrate many of the district’s core values, specifically highlighting respect and dedication. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1346 Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT To promote music and music education, Music LIvz, the Long Island Philharmonic’s Arts-in-Education program, visited the students at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore. During the visit, students learned about various instruments and their musical families, including woodwinds, strings, percussion, and brass. Following the introduction of each instrument and its family, the five musicians performed a musical selection highlighting that particular instrument. Additionally, student volunteers were given the opportunity to sing, guest conduct, and play instruments with the Long Island Philharmonic. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1277 Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT To encourage school spirit, Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center in Bellmore held its annual Spirit Week. Throughout the week, students and teachers in each class participated in different “theme days” ranging from school colors day, mixed-up clothes day, sports day, tie-dye day, and to culminate the week, pajama day. The Student Advisory Council and their advisors Eloise Eisenhardt and Randi Andersen organized the entire week. “This week is done to help raise a sense of community and school spirit throughout the building,” said Ms. Andersen. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1278 Thu, 21 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT Click to read more news... http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1475 Mon, 18 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT Bellmore Students Participate in National Anthem Day In recognition of “The National Anthem Project,” a campaign launched in 2005 to celebrate “The Star-Spangled Banner” and raise awareness of the importance of school music, students in Laura Laude’s music classes at Shore Road School in Bellmore participated in National Anthem Day on September 14th and 15th. During the lesson, which utilized SMART Board technology, the students learned the history of “The Star-Spangled Banner” beginning with the date it was originally written (1814) to the year of its official inauguration as the national anthem (1931). Additionally, the students participated in a play, “O’er the Ramparts,” in which they reenacted what occurred during the writing of “The Star-Spangled Banner”; reviewed a Time magazine article that asked readers if the national anthem should be changed to a different patriotic song; and worked in small groups to assemble a puzzle of the song featuring only the melodic contour. “The song is an important part of our history, and the students should be aware of the words and the history behind them,” said Ms. Laude. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1148 Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Following one of the hottest summers on record, students in the Bellmore School District were welcomed back to school on September 7. Throughout the District, Charles A. Reinhard, Winthrop Avenue, and Shore Road students were greeted by Board of Education members, administrators, teachers, and staff to begin to what is sure to be a productive school year. Over the summer, the custodial staff worked cleaning and preparing the buildings, while administrators and teachers returned to school early to prepare for the first day, attending Superintendent’s Conference Day, faculty meetings, and decorating the classrooms. “I know this smooth opening did not happen by chance, but by careful planning and the combined commitment of our entire staff to ensure every child - from our youngest Rising Star to our oldest Shining Star – feel comfortable and welcome to the new school year,” remarked Superintendent of Schools Dr. Joseph S. Famularo. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1149 Thu, 16 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT This summer District teachers and administrators worked together to revise different aspects of the curriculum. The summer curriculum writing projects help keep the district on the forefront of education and provide students with the most up-to-date information available. Staff members also participated in several professional development workshops. With an ever-increasing emphasis on technology and higher academic and social growth standards, teachers learned efficient ways of employing strategies and techniques for assisting their students. A few of the professional development areas included “Utilizing SMART Response Technology in the Classroom” and “Using iPods as Your Classroom Listening Center.” Additionally, elementary educator Terri Ercole facilitated a class entitled “Revisiting 6+1 Writing Traits,” during which she taught Bellmore teachers effective and creative ways to teach students how to learn and grow as writers. The “6 +1” workshop has been an ongoing process, beginning the previous summer. Teachers also worked collaboratively on a number of instruction and social areas, including generating fifth and sixth-grade team building activities, aligning the sixth-grade math curriculum, and creating a cross-section of monthly, thematic, and academic activities to enhance the kindergarten literacy centers. “The bar continues to be raised,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Joseph S. Famularo. “To insure that Bellmore students continue to compete on a local and global level, we must provide them with the tools to succeed.” http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1066 Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT June 21st was a time of reflection and celebration for the sixth-grade students at Shore Road School as they ended their elementary school career and embarked on a new journey into the next phase of their academic career at Grand Avenue Middle School. Board of Education members, administrators, parents, and invited guests proudly attended the graduation of the Shining Stars as the students were rewarded for their six years of hard work. As the students pondered their move up to Grand Avenue in the fall, they recalled fond memories of elementary school and the valuable lessons that have prepared them for a lifetime of learning and achieving. “It’s hard to believe that the school year has ended and the sixth graders are waiting to receive their diplomas and start a new chapter in their lives,” stated Principal Christine Augusto. “Today marks a new journey – one that has yet to be written. Set goals for yourself and reach those goals. You are the author of your own life story.” Offering advice to the sixth graders making the transition to the middle school, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Joseph S. Famularo stated, “Today is a day to be proud of all the skills you have mastered, because with them you will succeed in doing even more. I have no doubt that each and every one of you has the potential to do something special with your lives.” Added Board of Education President Janet Goller, “Your life is a do-it-yourself project, so build it wisely and don’t be afraid to follow your dreams.” During the ceremony, guests were treated to a “Student Welcome” read by Jordana Pontes, “Class History” by Amanda Steinberg, a “Farewell to Shore Road” by Paul Cooney and performances by the orchestra, band, and the entire sixth-grade graduating class. The orchestra performed “Rondeau” by Jean Josephy Mouret and arranged by Leidig, the band played Robert W. Smith’s “Liturgical Fanfare,” and the class sang Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie’s “We Are the World,” with student narratives highlighting how the Shining Stars made it a “brighter day” for their communities – school, local, and global – throughout the year. http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1067 Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT Click Here for Information http://www.bellmore.k12.ny.us/News/Story.aspx?id=1052 Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT