BENEFIT PERFORMANCE OF ‘LES MISÉRABLES’

Mineola High School students, together with alumni who had been a part of the original production, are planning a benefit “revival” of “Les Misérables.” Originally staged five years ago, the performance will take place on Friday, July 26 at 7 p.m. in the Theatre at Mineola High School. Tickets cost $15 at the door ($10 for students) and all proceeds will benefit the Mineola Department of Fine & Performing Arts. Join us for a revival of this timeless classic.

Middle School Summer ipads

It is a well-documented fact that many students experience a “summer loss” in reading and skills while they are on a hiatus from school.  We have given a lot of thought about how we can maintain the success we have had this year.  Therefore starting the week of August 5^th current 4^th, 5^th and 6^th graders will be able to get their ipads a month early.  Each ipad will have a new eSpark mission based on the student’s spring NWEA score.  In addition the summer reading assignment with the accompanying eBook will also be loaded on the ipad.  We are hopeful every student will avail themselves to this opportunity.  There is no requirement to come to school as we previously spoke about.  Just some productive, individualized work on the ipad!!

Diplomas for Our Youngest

As we are only four days away from the high school’s graduation and the advancement of our students into their future, we also honor students at each of the other grades with “moving-up” ceremonies. Even Mineola’s youngest – those in the Kornreich Early Childhood Center – march and receive certificates to take the next step in their lives. Congratulations to all of those in our district who have advanced to the next level of their education.

Middle School Art Show

WOW again- Here are some samples of student work:

Beautifying Mineola

Taking advantage of the nice weather, our students have been spending their final weeks of school helping to beautifying their school grounds.  For example, at Jackson, there is a group of students who took it upon themselves to volunteer their recess time and clean-up the school’s “quiet zone.” Their efforts were rewarded, as it turned not only into a group activity with friends, but a learning opportunity as teachers taught the students about gardening, as well as the different types of plants and weeds. At Meadow, our kindergarten students hosted a “beautification project” that asked their families to join them in celebration of the end of their kindergarten year by planting flowers in front of the school. I’m so proud of all our students, especially those who continue to embody the Mineola mission of “contributing positively to a global society.”

HS Art show

WOW! Here are a few of my favorites

Science Symposium

On Wednesday night I attended the 5^th annual science symposium at the High School.  Over sixty students were on hand to explain their science research projects.  I was very impressed with all of the projects and more importantly all of the students.  Everyone was able to describe their experiments and conclusions.   Shout out to Scott Shannon- the lone Physics experiment- and his love of space.  Kudos to Dr. McGlade-McCulloh and all of her research students

National Honor Society (x2)

Nothing epitomizes a school system more than induction into the National Honor Society.  The four pillars of the society – Character, Leadership, Scholarship, Service are the backbone of every school.  On Monday May 20^th I attended the High School ceremony organized by advisor Eileen Burke.  The senior inductees read a short blurb about every new inductee in the junior class.  On Wednesday May 29 I attended the national Junior Honor Society inductions at the Middle School.  Almost 100 7^th graders were able to gain admittance into the society.  Kudos to Mrs. Milberg and Mrs. Palumbo on a very nice ceremony. Congratulations to all of our new inductees

Student Service Center

One of the pillars of our mission statement is to ‘contribute positively to a global society’- I can think of no better example than our Student Service Center at the HS.  On Wednesday May 22 they held the 29 annual recognition awards for student participating in service projects.  It was my pleasure to attend and recognize our students.  In addition to all of their schoolwork these students recorded the following hours of service-   Lina Kim 150 hours, Ana Cueter 140 hours, Marissa Karasz 130 hours, Charlotte Ring 115 hours, Jennifer Godinho 85 hours.  Special thanks to Mrs. Regan and Mrs. Burke for making it all happen.

Grease is the word

Grease was unbelievable!  Mineola’s first 8/9 musical was a roaring success. The next wave of talent to hit the High School stage was very impressive.  The T- birds (Ryan Sellinger, Jake Siegfried, Zach Sloan, Theo Bischoff) and the Pink Ladies (Kristina Shevlin, Kayleigh Bugalla, Jillian Palma and Felicia Villa) showcased some great voices and better dance moves.  I think newcomer to the HS Brittanyann Hernandez was type cast as Sandy and Jake Gorman played a great Danny Zucco..  Erin Talty and John Collins played great ‘goodie two shoes’.  Joe Tullo’s voice filled the theater as Vince Fontaine.  And of course our Frankie Avalon had nothing on our own teen angel. The whole vibe of show resonated the fifties.  I was particularly impressed with the wonderful supporting cast that included the wonderful diversity that makes the HS special.  Kudos to MR. DeLuca on yet another wonderful production. 

PS. My apologies for the delayed post.