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Just in time for Thanksgiving, first grade classes at Smithtown Elementary School participated in turkey center activities. In some classes, the students used math equations to calculate how many feathers their turkeys would have. They cut out feathers, beaks, legs and showed off their artistic abilities. Other classes showed off their creative side as well, making turkeys using tri-colored pasta to represent the feathers.
This year marked the 25th anniversary of the district’s Business Olympics competition, sponsored by the School of Business in the Career & Technical Education in cooperation with the Smithtown Industry Advisory Board. The event, held this year at High School West on Nov. 21, was themed “Go Green – Choose Clean.” The teams’ challenge was to create an environmentally conscious product or service. They developed a promotional and marketing campaign for their product or service. There were 50 teams, with more than 200 students from Smithtown High School East and West participating who were focused on developing a successful mobile business. Smithtown Industry Advisory Board members, district administrators and employees, local companies and organizations participated in the event and judged the students on their overall presentation. All student teams were required to have a Google Slide presentation, a commercial for their product/service, promotional materials and a marketing plan for their product/service. The district congratulates this year’s winning team from High School West – Team Clean Kicks: Luke Muratore, Will Alptekin and Mark Kyranakis.
To honor and pay tribute to alumni who have served in the military, High School West held the official ribbon-cutting and grand opening of its Wall of Heroes on Nov. 16. The project began last year when five High School West leadership students – Sophia Emma, Shayna Moses, Chloe Mango, Paige Diecidue and Rociel Raymundo – spearheaded an initiative that honors, recognizes and connects alumni who served in the military back to their roots in Smithtown. “The power of our youth is immeasurable,” said High School West Principal John Coady. “These young ladies came to me with this idea. They took this project upon themselves from start to finish. It goes to show you how motivated and powerful these students are. It brings me great pride to say we have the best students in this community. This wall is here because of our veterans who have faithfully served our country to protect our freedoms and liberty.” The project began as a part of a social studies leadership class assignment, under the direction of High School West social studies teacher Joan Havranek. “Every year I have my leadership students work on a final project that involves civil service,” she said. “When we began, we did not know what to expect. Now, here we are honoring 70 brave men and women. We truly do thank all of you for your service. We cannot say thank you enough.” The formal ribbon-cutting was done by the students who started the project last year and have since graduated. Now, the Wall of Heroes boasts 70 plaques honoring veterans from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. Plaques of each of the “heroes” are mounted along the walls, featuring the name, branch of service and year of graduation.
Kindergartners at Dogwood Elementary School had the opportunity to play doctor to their ailing stuffed animals during a teddy bear clinic hosted by Stony Brook Hospital and their nursing students on Nov. 12. The students learned about safety both in the car and when they are doing activities, such as bike riding, skateboarding and riding their scooter. Kristi Ladowski, injury prevention coordinator at the hospital, spoke to the students about injury prevention and the importance of keeping safe in the car. She also demonstrated how wearing a helmet during sports and other activities can help reduce the risk of injuries. Dressed in their masks and gloves, the students then acted as the caregiver for their stuffed animals, helping to diagnose their ailment, treat and bandage their wounds and give them after-care instructions.
At the Nov. 26 meeting, the Smithtown Central School District’s Board of Education recognized High School West ENL teacher and technology coach Dr. Katie DiGregorio for winning the 2019 Fred Podolski Award Leadership and Innovation in Technology Award from BOCES. Only one administrator and teacher across Long Island are honored with this award each year. From left, High School West Assistant Principal Christopher Elsesser, Board of Education trustee Mandi Kowalik, Board of Education... Click Here to View
Third grade students from St. James Elementary School learned all about their ancestry as well as the roots of the other students in their grade during Heritage Day on Nov. 22. Beginning with a musical performance that featured samples from all around the world, the students showed off their language skills by performing tunes in other languages. They ended the musical portion of the day with “It’s A Small World” and “God Bless America,” dedicated to the... Click Here to View
The first grade aspiring authors at Mt. Pleasant Elementary School had a special visit from Alyssa Satin Capucilli, author of the “Biscuit” series of books on Nov. 18. Capucilli visited with the different classes and spoke with students about the writing and editing process, illustrations and how she brainstorms different characters and plots. Students asked questions and Capucilli read the classes one of her newer books, “Katy Duck Is a Caterpillar.” Click Here to View
Smithtown High School West science teacher Kimberly William has been named a Master Teacher as part of Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s New York State Master Teacher Program. She joins the more than 908 educators across New York State who teach science, technology, engineering and math courses including advanced placement, honors, Regents and International Baccalaureate levels. All Master Teachers are active beyond their classrooms, serving as curriculum department leaders or on district... Click Here to View
Fourth and fifth grade students at Tackan Elementary School showed off their knowledge of the workings of the judicial system when they put Goldilocks on trial on Nov. 7 and 8. After weeks of preparation, the trial was set to determine the fate of Goldilocks – who was charged with criminal mischief, trespassing and petty larceny. Accused of trespassing at the Three Bears’ home, eating Papa Bear’s porridge and leftover chicken, stealing money, trying on Mama Bear’s... Click Here to View
Third grade students from St. James Elementary School learned all about their ancestry as well as the roots of the other students in their grade during Heritage Day on Nov. 22. Beginning with a musical performance that featured samples from all around the world, the students showed off their language skills by performing tunes in other languages. They ended the musical portion of the day with “It’s A Small World” and “God Bless America,” dedicated to the veterans in the audience. In the multipurpose room, students showed off their Heritage Day projects, featuring historical documents and information that traced back their lineage for centuries, in some cases. Students designed posters that also included a family crest. As part of the day’s event, the students went on a “scavenger hunt” around the room to find clues about different ancestry backgrounds. Back in the classrooms, the celebration continued as students and guests sampled different ethnic food prepared by each family.
Enjoying the last few weeks of the mild fall weather, students at Accompett Middle School took advantage by going outdoors during their physical education classes. The students divided into teams for some friendly fall competitions.
First graders at Dogwood Elementary School welcomed in the fall season and have been busy working on fall-related activities in November. The students wrote poems about what fall means to them. They also participated in fall centers where they rotated to the different classrooms for hands-on lessons.
First grade students at St. James Elementary School learned all about the meaning of Veterans Day, the branches of the military and how the military keeps them safe. The students watched a video and brainstormed nonfiction writing ideas about Veterans Day. They also wrote handmade cards to the local veterans, thanking them for their service. The cards were delivered prior to Veterans Day at the VFW Hall in St. James.
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