The District, as well as all three of its schools, has been recognized as a Common Sense District for digital citizenship by Common Sense Education, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting schools and families to thrive in the world of digital media and technology.

This recognition acknowledges Bellmore’s commitment to preparing students at the C.A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center, Winthrop Avenue School and Shore Road School to utilize digital media to explore, create, connect and learn in a safe manner while preventing loss of privacy and cyberbullying and providing students with the foundational skills needed to compete and succeed in the 21st-century workplace.

Assistant Superintendent for Instruction Dr. Joanne Dacek explained that Common Sense Education’s innovative and research-based digital citizenship resources and lessons are aligned with the District’s teaching of Leadership Principles and Core Values. Dr. Dacek also noted that the schools’ librarians regularly teach safe and responsible online behavior. Throughout the school year, students also attended virtual assemblies and presentations on cyberbullying and internet safety.

Superintendent of Schools Dr. Joseph Famularo said that as a Common Sense District, all of the District’s schools emphasize the importance of being good digital citizens while working online.

“We are honored to be recognized as a Common Sense District,” Dr. Famularo said. “By preparing our students to use technology safety, responsibly and ethically, we are providing them with unlimited opportunities.”