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  Universal Pre-Kindergarten

  Island Park School District
  Island Park, NY 11558

  June 20, 2018

  Dear Parents and Community Members,

  One place is now available for parents interested in enrolling their eligible child in the District’s Universal Pre-Kindergarten program beginning on Tuesday, September 4!

  The program is a full-day, five day per week program for children turning four-years old by December 1, 2018. Children must also reside within the Island Park School District and meet all health and immunization requirements. Enrollment is limited so get your application in today!  If more applications are received than slots available, a lottery will be conducted at the next Board of Education Meeting on July 11, 2018 at 7:00 pm. Please call (516) 434-2670 for additional information.

  UPK registration will be on July 6, 2018 by appointment only. Please call Francis X. Hegarty School 434-2670/71 between 9am-3pm for your registration packet and to schedule an appointment.

  The day of your appointment, please bring:

  • Child’s Birth Certificate confirming your child will be four years of age on or before December 1, 2018.
  • 3 Proofs of Residency confirming you are a full-time resident of Island Park (e.g., driver’s license, telephone bill, deed to home, bank statement, etc.).
  • Updated physical and immunization documents from your child’s pediatrician.

  Should other openings occur during the summer, those children not selected at the lottery on July 11 will be notified in the order in which their name was selected.

  Thank you for your continued support of the Island Park Schools.

  • Spots avail pre-k registration additional 6-2018.pdf

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  Island Park School District UPK Registration

  A vacancy is available for our UPK program beginning September 4, 2018.
  
  Parents interested in enrolling their eligible child are invited to register on July 6, 2018 at the Conference Center (99 Radcliffe Road, Island Park) by appointment only. Please call Francis X. Hegarty School 434-2670/71 between 9am-3pm for your registration packet and to schedule an appointment.
  
  A lottery will be held at the Board of Education Meeting on July 11, 2018 at 7pm should the number of new applicants exceed place available.

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• Island Park Community Day Celebrates Student Achievement

  Island Park residents of all ages came together on June 9, when the late spring weather brought warmth and sunshine for the annual Community Day celebration. Held at Lincoln Orens Middle School, this event was hosted by the Island Park Faculty Association and the Island Park Public Schools as an opportunity to award scholarships to local high school seniors.

  A total of $11,000 in scholarships was presented to soon-to-be high school graduates from Island Park, thanks to the IPFA’s year-long fundraising efforts. Other highlights included carnival games, food, raffles and a dunk tank. Members of the Board of Education, Administration and district staff were in attendance along with community organizations and families.

  Alumni and faculty members of the district demonstrated sportsmanship and athleticism in a basketball game competition, which drew cheers from spectators. Mike Giardano, Dominic Barone, Charles Appel, Marissa Mendes, Joe Volpe, John Granholm, Anthony Bitetto, Michael Bitetto, Nick Bitetto, Matt Higgins, Cassie Baldino, Robert Baldino, Gian Valdes, Antonio Rivera, T.J. Reichel and Keith Manginelli participated in this exciting aspect of the event.

  Twenty-two students received scholarship awards for 2018. Richard Lilly, Samantha Reichert, John Granholm, Deanna Gonzalez, Kevin McDonald, Xiomara Janina Lopez-Leon, Lydia Almeida, Stella Smith, John Hornung, Antonio DiLorenzo, Kathryn Cleary and Matteo Camarda earned the President’s Award for maintaining an overall average of 90 or higher and demonstrating commitment to community service. James Baratta and Christopher Saggio earned the IPFA Artist Award, which goes to students who plan to pursue a career in the arts or arts education. John Byrne, Connor Dalton, Anthony Galan and Jonathan Coviello received the Achievement Award for continuing education, and Jenna Miley and Vincent Saciolo were presented with the Dorothy Ryan Memorial Scholarship as they pursue careers in education. Nina Alleva and Andrew Bacigalupo were awarded the John Gould Memorial Scholarship as athletes who have demonstrated leadership, unselfishness, dedication, respect and perseverance.

  “It was a beautiful day,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Rosmarie Bovino. “The event is the district’s way of saying to students and parents, ‘Though you may attend a high school that is not located in Island Park, you are still our students and we are proud of all that you are accomplishing.’”  

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• Island Park celebrates a double serving of positive character

  During the Island Park Public Schools’ June 11 Board of Education meeting, students representing each grade level were recognized for exhibiting good citizenship and upholding positive character qualities. Students of the Month for both May and June received praise, certificates and small tokens of acknowledgment.

   Francis X. Hegarty Principal Jacob Russum and Lincoln Orens Middle School Principal Dr. Bruce Hoffman read teachers’ remarks about how the honorees have demonstrated outstanding attitudes, good behavior, kindness, cooperation, leadership, communication and many other principles throughout the school year.

  The May Students of the Month are kindergartner Joseph Robertson, first-grader Sophia Lajato, second-grader Chloe Robertson, third-grader Lesly Alonzo, fourth-grader Kayla Scott, fifth-grader Alice Haggerty, sixth-grader Elizabeth Khankan, seventh-grader Gia Rebele and eighth-grader Gianna Buro.

  Those distinguished for June include kindergartner Tessa Antonetti, first-grader Mason Ruscica-Duffy, second-grader Briana Calderon, third-grader Marlene Flores Alarcon, fourth-grader Abigail Ramsaran, fifth-grader Kathryn Albanese, sixth-grader Alexandra Hernandez, seventh-grader Cole Fabris and eighth-grader Daniel Rosenberg.

  “These children are wonderful peers and they exercise a tremendous amount of leadership,” said Superintendent Dr. Rosmarie Bovino. “We are very excited to recognize them for their contributions to our schools.”

   

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• March Students of the Month

  Please join us in congratulating the outstanding students that were recognized at our April 17 Board of Education Meeting as Students of the Month for March.

  Kaiden Callahan (kindergarten), Elise Lo Castro (first grade), Lia Caracciolo (second grade), Sophia Quezada (third grade), Dominick Galan (fourth grade), Ellie DiGregorio (fifth grade), Erick Cisneros (sixth grade), Jake Steel (seventh grade) and Marie Murphy (eighth grade) were presented medals, certificates of excellence and small gifts of acknowledgment for their excellent character and leadership.

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• Playground and Athletic Field Use

   

  Lincoln Orens Middle School Playground and Athletic Field Use
   
  From June 11^th – July 1^st, the perimeter gates (Trafalgar Blvd., Baseball Field, Softball Field, Pre-K Playground) will be open daily at 4:00 PM for Community use of the athletic fields. Monday - Thursday, these gates will be locked at 10:00 PM.
   
  Each Friday at 4:00 PM, the same perimeter gates (Trafalgar Blvd., Baseball Field, Softball Field, Pre-K Playground) will be open at 4:00 PM for Community use of the athletic fields. These gates will be locked each Monday morning at 7:00 AM for the security of students when programs are in session.
   
   
  From July 2^nd –August 10^th, when the Summer Recreation program is in session the perimeter gates (Trafalgar Blvd., Baseball Field, Softball Field) will be open daily at 2:00 PM for Community use of the athletics fields. Monday - Thursday, these gates will be locked at 10:00 PM.
   
  Francis X. Hegarty Elementary School Playground and Athletic Field Use
   
  From June 11^th – September 3^rd, there will be complete access to the facilities.
   
  *At the Advice of NCPD Homeland Security the serpentine openings at Hegarty School will be changed to gates sometime during the summer. However, after their installation the community will continue to have complete access to the facilities.
   
  Once school begins on September 4^th, a schedule for facility use will be posted as gates must be locked during school hours.
  
  

  Permits Required

   
  All community organizations must complete District Use Forms and provide a certificate of insurance. Forms are available through the Recreation Department. Please contact Keith Manginelli, Recreation Supervisor, at (516) 434-2605 for more information.

  See: Application & Permit

  • Island Park Playground and Athletic Field Use.pdf

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• 14 Island Park Students Earn IB Diplomas at LBHS

  Fourteen students from Island Park who are current seniors at Long Beach High School have completed the challenging and enriching International Baccalaureate Diploma Program. Island Park Superintendent of Schools Dr. Rosmarie Bovino and members of Board of Education joined those from the Long Beach Public Schools’ Administration and Board for a recognition ceremony held on May 31 in the high school’s auditorium.

  Stoles were presented to students who have completed two higher-level and three standard-level International Baccalaureate courses, internal assessments, external exams, Theory of Knowledge course, extended essay and 150 hours of community service this year, a monumental task on top of an already challenging high school academic program.

  The event featured risktaking as the theme, as this is one of the International Baccalaureate Learner Profile traits. International Baccalaureate classes, known for their academic rigor, encourage students to be well-balanced, caring, reflective, knowledgeable, principled, open-minded and communicative inquirers, thinkers and risktakers. 

  Seniors from Island Park collectively comprise approximately 20 percent of Long Beach High School’s entire 71-member IB Diploma Candidate Class of 2018. Congratulations to Tyler Aitchison, Matteo Camarda, Kathryn Cleary, Danielle DiCristi, Dylan Harrington, Richard Lilly, Xiomara Lopez-Leon, Daroma Persaud Samantha Reichert, Emmaluisa Riano, Darcy Roman, Vincent Saciolo, Stella Smith and Taneka Tucker.

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• Island Park Honors School Business Official

  Island Park Public Schools’ Business Official Marie Donnelly has been awarded tenure as a reflection of her dedication, exemplary work ethic and invaluable service to the district. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Rosmarie Bovino congratulated her, along with other tenure honorees, at the Board of Education meeting held on May 21.

  Ms. Donnelly joined the district in 2014 after working in Levittown Public Schools as a purchasing agent, in Plainedge Public Schools as an administrative assistant and in East Meadow Public Schools as treasurer.  

  In Island Park, she has been an integral part of various initiatives that benefit students, including the bond proposition that was passed in January 2017. She has been instrumental in helping the district secure FEMA funds as it recovered from the damages endured during Superstorm Sandy in 2012. Now, she looks forward to overseeing both storm mitigation and bond projects as they are carried out.

  Over the past few years Ms. Donnelly has managed the introduction of new security systems, spearheaded a shift to “green” cleaning products, and has taken on additional budgeting responsibilities associated with new opportunities and programs such as universal pre-k. Additionally, her effort and ability to always find the best prices for the district has resulted in significant cost savings on numerous occasions.

  “Marie drives the success of our students through the careful financial planning of programs that contribute to their academic, athletic, artistic and social progress,” Dr. Bovino said. She noted that Ms. Donnelly is also a leader in human resources and has recruited candidates for various staff positions.

  Ms. Donnelly was recently named secretary of the Nassau County Association for School Business Officials and has been nominated for the local chapter of ASBO. She received a grant award from New York Schools Insurance Reciprocal for participation in the New York State Business Officials Academy and engages in continuous professional development.   

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• 2018-19 School District Budget Passed

  The 2018-19 School District Budget passed in a vote of 237 to 146.

  Congratulations to Diana Caracciolo on her re-election to the Board of Education.

  The Public Library Budget passed in a vote of 274 to 106, and Elen Levitt was elected to the Library Board.

  
  Thank you to our community for your continued support.

  • RESULTS 2018.pdf

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• Students and Staff Shine at May Board Meeting

  The Island Park Public Schools’ May 21 Board of Education meeting featured significant milestones and well-deserved recognitions. Students and staff members were honored for their extraordinary efforts and success in making positive impacts in the schools and community.

  Ten students from kindergarten through eighth grade were presented with Student of the Month awards, which signify excellent behavior, hard work, leadership qualities and many other admirable attributes.

  Kindergartner Leah Mendez, first-grader Leslie Cajavilca, second-grader Zoe Storelli, third-grader Nicole Ortega, fourth-grader Gabriel Bono, fifth-grader Jake Cadiz, sixth-grader Kaelyn Polete, seventh-grader Anna Marie Aebly and eighth-grader Geremiah Evangelista were presented with certificates and medals. Frances X. Hegarty Elementary School Principal Jacob Russum and Lincoln Orens Middle School Principal Bruce Hoffman read words of praise shared by each honoree’s teacher.

  One administrator, a teacher and two staff members were recognized next. Having been part of the district for four years, School Business Official Marie Donnelly and teacher Meghan Gallagher earned tenure as a reflection of their dedication and valuable contributions. Account Clerk for Payroll Barbara Niemira and Recreation Supervisor Keith Manginelli received Civil Service Permanent Status for their commitment and service to the district. Superintendent of Schools Dr. Rosmarie Bovino described the requirements for these accomplishments and shared remarks about each of the four employees.

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• Lincoln Orens Glows with Sportsmanship

  Island Park’s Lincoln Orens Middle School was filled with energy and enthusiasm on May 3, when an afternoon pep rally in the gymnasium segued into seventh- and eighth-grade Sports Night. Anticipation for the evening grew during the daytime event, which featured entertainment from the seventh- and eighth-graders while an audience of fifth- and sixth-graders and staff members cheered with excitement.

  All participants supported their respective teams, which represented the school colors of blue and gold through “Bippity Boppity Blue” and “Golden Demigods” themes. The pep rally and Sports Night both emphasized the importance of teamwork, with eighth-graders serving as captains and role models. Students presented dance choreography, music, athletic challenges and more at the pep rally, and demonstrated their athletic and sportsmanship skills later on at Sports Night.

  The district promotes teamwork, respect, positive leadership and sportsmanship throughout the school year. Lincoln Orens hosted a Physical Education demo in January, during which sixth-graders and their parents were invited to an evening of sports action in the gymnasium. Francis X. Hegarty School held its annual Physical Education Open House in February as a way for parents/guardians to witness some of the activities that their children take part in during a typical day.

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• District welcomes senior citizens to annual brunch

  Senior citizens from throughout the Island Park community gathered at the Conference Center for the Island Park Public Schools’ Senior Brunch on May 4. Throughout the school year, the district hosts two Senior Citizen Brunch events, sponsored by the Island Park Recreation Department.

  Members of the board of education, administration and staff attended the event where Superintendent of Schools Dr. Rosmarie Bovino welcomed guests and provided district updates. Food Service Director George Schneider and Recreation Department supervisor Keith Manginelli served an array of delicious food to the attendees. While enjoying their meals, Francis X. Hegarty Elementary School’s chorus of third- and fourth-graders, under the direction of music teacher Marie Sambolin, provided the entertainment. Students performed songs such as “Get Happy,” “L-O-V-E,” “All of One Heart,” “This is Me” and “God Bless America.”    

  In December, the district hosted a similar Senior Brunch at Lincoln Orens Middle School, which featured middle school musicians. These events support the strong community connection within Island Park and their great pride in education.

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