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Not even Mother Nature could deter the BellmoreMerrick Central High School District from once again hosting their One Voice, One Message 5K Run/Walk on March 24th. Organized by Dr. Joseph Netto, the school psychologist at the Meadowbrook Alternative Program, and Robyn Einbinder, a social studies chairperson at Wellington C. Mepham High School, the event is in its fourth year. “None of this could have been done without our Deputy Superintendent for Personnel, Dr. Mara Bollettieri, whose passion and dedication to the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District have helped make this wonderful event a reality and who continues to provide countless opportunities for our students,” Dr. Netto

said to the crowd ahead of the start of the race. All proceeds will support GiveKindness, which is a social media platform founded by Mepham High School alumnae Nicole Madison and Larisa Madison that promotes kindness, positivity and respect in hopes of combating the effects of cyberbullying. In addition, funds will also go toward the district’s Community Cupboard, a food pantry that currently assists more than 40 families. “We can all make a difference,” said Legislator Steve Rhoads. “When you’re talking about GiveKindess or the Community Cupboard, these are all things that have been sponsored by students themselves or alumni from the BellmoreMerrick Central High

School District. The important message is that each and every one of us have an obligation to make our corner of the world a little bit better.” Overall winners were Mepham High School student Brendan Moehringer for the men and Theresa Ferraro for the women. Several local vendors and businesses donated goods and services for the event: Panera Bread of Bellmore, Merrick Road Starbucks, Dover Caterers, Bellmore Town Bagel, Bagel Boss of Merrick, Bellmore Bagel Café, Trader Joe’s, Stop ‘N Shop, North Shore Farms, E. Armada Produce and Guardian Bus Company. Additionally, the Nassau County Police Department and the Town of Hempstead secured the route.

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A dedicated honor student who juggles a challenging AP workload, John F. Kennedy High School senior Jessica Rosen said she uses oil painting as a release. Rosen’s painting “Tied Up” has been awarded a prestigious National Gold Medal in the 2018 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. Jessica received a Gold Key at the regional level prior to learning of this national accomplishment for both “Tied Up” and “Within the Shadow,” as well as two Silver Keys for her Art Portfolio, “What They Want Vs. Who I Am” and her painting,

excited by a new idea that she can not wait to start.” Other students who placed in the competition include: Matthew Klein, Gold Key - Digital Art “Self – Portrait;” Madison Renck, Silver Key - Fashion - “Making Headlines” and Nina Weissbach, Silver Key - Photography – “Communication.” Samantha Fried and Weissbach received honorable mention nods for their Drawing & Illustration submissions, “Red Glasses” and “Just Breathe,” respectively. Teens in grades 7–12 apply in 29 categories of art and writing which are juried by luminaries in the visual and literary arts. Panelists look for works that best exemplify originality, technical skill, and the emergence of a personal voice or vision. Rosen will be attending the Scholastic Art & Writing National Awards Ceremony held at Carnegie Hall in New York City on June 7th. She plans to study at Colgate University in the fall.

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ONE VOICE, ONE MESSAGE - And their off! Participants in the OVOM race. Photo courtesy of: Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District

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Levittown’s Best Award; Jonas E. Salk Middle School counselor Meghann Hodge, Support Staff Service Award; board trustee Michael Pappas, School Board Service Award, and East Broadway Elementary School Principal Jeanmarie Wink, Administrator Service Award. In addition, Father Ralph Sommer from the St. Bernard’s Church in Levittown was recognized with the Community Service Award for his exceptional work around

the Levittown community. “I am so proud of each and every one of our award winners for their dedication to education,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Tonie McDonald. “They care immensely for the children of the Levittown Public Schools and completely deserve to be recognized for their work. Thank you SCOPE Education Services for inviting us to be a part of such a wonderful night.”

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Four members of the Levittown Public Schools were recognized at the SCOPE Education Services Annual Awards Dinner on March 19th for their strong commitment to education. SCOPE is a notfor-profit organization that provides services to school districts in New York State in the form of programs for educators, parents and children. Honorees included Gardiners Avenue teacher Nancy Alt, Teacher Service

Wednesday, April 4 The Babylon Day Homemakers of Suffolk County will meet in the pool building in front of the Town of Babylon Pools on Phelps Lane in North Babylon, at 10:30 a.m. For information, contact 631.661.0190. The Eating Disorder Support Group will meet in the conference room of the Copiague Memorial Lbrary, 50 Deauville Boulevard in Copiague, on the second floor, at 7 p.m. For information, contact 631.275.0439.

Thursday, April 5 The Broadhollow Children’s Theatre will present “Peter Rabbit” at the BayWay Arts Center, 265 East Main Street in East Islip, at 1 p.m. For information, and to purchase tickets, contact 631.581.2700.

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A Breast Cancer Seminar will be presented at 107 West Sunrise Highway in Lindenhurst, at 6 p.m. For information, contact 631.592.0716. A Stop the Bleed training session will be held at the North Merrick Library, 1691 Meadowbrook Road in North Merrick, at 7 p.m. For information, contact 516.882.0630. Long Island’s Lighthouses: Past and Present will be presented at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Avenue, from 7 to 9 p.m. For information, contact 631.245.0675. The German Genealogy Group will meet at the Hicksville VFW Hall, Post 3211, 320 South Broadway in Hicksville, at 7:30 p.m. Orientation for new members will take place at 7 p.m. For information, contact 631.265.0621.

“Summit: A Solo Exhibition by Diego Garcia” will be held at the Main Street Gallery, 213 Main Street in Huntington, from 6 to 8 p.m. For information, contact 631.271.8423. The West Babylon Fire Department will host a Chinese Auction at headquarters, 126 Arnold Avenue in West Babylon, a 6:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.669.8915. The ICON PC User Group will meet at the Brentwood Public Library, in the auditorium, from 6:45 to 8:30 p.m. For information, contact 516.350.0090.

Saturday, April 7 A Church Yard Sale will be held at the Centerpoint Church, 68 Redington Street in Bay Shore, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information, contact 631.665.2489. The Long Island Postcard Club Show & Sale will be held at Christ Lutheran Church, 189 Burr Road in East Northport, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, contact 631.307.6561. Appraisal Day will be held at the Lake Ronkonkoma Historical Society Museum, 328 Hawkins Avenue in Lake Ronkonkoma, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information, contact 631.588.7599. A Model Train Show will be held at 120 Schmitt Boulevard in Farmingdale, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Also Sunday. For information, contact 631.873.7688. The Island Symphony Orchestra will perform at the Patchogue Theatre, 71 East Main Street in Patchogue, at 1 p.m. For information, contact 516.314.1883.

A Spring Fling Social Night will be held at the Marconi Lodge, 333 Moffitt Boulevard in Islip, from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.669.7275.

A Night at the Races will be held at Wade-Burns VFW 7279, 560 North Delaware Avenue in Lindenhurst, from 7 to 11 p.m. For information, contact 631.888.9854.

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Admission is free. The Boxcar Lilies and Low Lily will perform at the Congregational Church of Huntington, 30 Washington Drive in Centerport, at 8:30 p.m. An open mic will precede at 7:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.425.2925. Spirituality for Singles will meet at St. Aidan Parish, 510 Wills Avenue in Williston Park, at 8:30 p.m. For information, contact 516.561.6994.

Sunday, April 8 Long Island Cars will host its Super Swap Sunday Car Show & Swap Meet at the Pennysaver Amphitheater at Bald Hill in Farmingville, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information, contact 631.567.5898. The South Shore Audubon Society will host a Bird Walk at the Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve in Merrick, at 9 a.m. Bring binoculars. For information, contact 516.467.9498. The Temple Beth Emeth Barn Thrift Shop will be open at 52 Mt. Sinai Avenue in Mt. Sinai, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dillon’s Drive 4 Autism to benefit Spectrum of Dreams will be held at the Great South Bay Brewery, 25 Drexel Drive in Bay Shore, from 12 noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Organics Today Farm will host a Farm Tour and Herbal Healing Walk at 169 Washington Street in East Islip, at 1 p.m. The Ethical Humanist Society of Long Island will present “What You Should Know About the Opioid Epidemic on Long Island” at 38 Old Country Road in Garden City, at 1 p.m. For information, visit www.EHSLI.org. The Live Poets’ Society will meet at the Islip Public Library, 71 Monell Avenue in Islip, from 1 to 3 p.m. For information, contact 631.581.6740. The Amityville Historical Society will host a Spring

Art Show at the Lauder Museum, 170 Broadway in Amityville, from 1 to 4 p.m. For information, contact 631.691.6391. Le Petit Salon de Musique will present The Ghost Trio at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at Stony Brook, 380 Nicolls Road in East Setauket, at 2 p.m. For information, visit www. LePetitSalon.org. Searching for Life in Space will be presented at the Main Library, 338 Main Street in Huntington, at 2:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.427.5165. The American Chamber Ensemble will present Bernstein and Brahms at Hofstra University’s Monroe Lecture Center Theater, California Avenue in Hempstead, at 3 p.m. For information, contact 516.586.3433. The Bay Area Chorus of BAFFA will perform at the United Methodist Church of Patchogue, 10 Church Street in Patchogue, at 4 p.m. For information, contact 631.589.7343. The Babylon Chorale will present “Faith” at Our Lady of Grace R.C. Church, 666 Albin Avenue in West Babylon, at 4 p.m. For information, contact 516.799.4974.

Monday, April 9 The Brentwood School District will hold a Board Workshop in the public meeting room of the Anthony F. Felicio building, at 7 p.m. Crows and Ravens: The Brainiacs of the Bird World will be presented at Wild Birds Unlimited, 625 Jericho Turnpike in Syosset, at 7 p.m. For information, contact 516.226.1780. West Babylon Football and Cheerleading In-Person Registration will be held at Pape Field, Old Farmingdale Road in West Babylon, from 7 to 9 p.m. Also April 23rd. For information, contact Staff@ WBFootball.com.

The Babylon Chorale will hold auditions at St. John the Baptist High School, 1170 Montauk Highway in West Islip, at 8:45 p.m. Also April 16th. Rehearsal will take place prior. For information, contact 631.585.3111. This is Congo will be presented at Theatre Three, 412 Main Street in Port Jefferson. For information, and a time, contact 631.473.5220.

Tuesday, April 10 Seniors will be admitted free to “Jane Peterson: At Home and Abroad” at the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A in Stony Brook, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. For information, contact 631.751.0066. Western Suffolk BOCES will hold a Regular/Annual Meeting at the administrative offices, 507 Deer Park Road in Dix Hills, at 6:25 p.m. The public portion will resume at 7 p.m. The Republic Airport Commission will meet in conference room 201 of the Main Terminal of 7150 Republic Airport in Farmingdale, at 7 p.m. For information, contact 631.752.7707. My Yard is for the Birds: The Things That Birds Look for in a Suburban Yard will be presented at the South Shore Audubon Society Meeting at the Freeport Memorial Library, 144 West Merrick Road, at 7:30 p.m. For information, contact 516.208.6374. Family Trivia Game Night will be held at the Farmingdale Village Hall, 361 Main Street, from 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. For information, contact 516.249.0093.

Wednesday, April 11 The Patient Protection Oversight Committee will meet at the Suffolk County Department of Health Services’ Administrative Building, 3500 Sunrise Highway, Building 200, in Great River, from 2 to 4 p.m. For information, contact

631.854.0095. The Women’s Empowerment Group, with Debi Silber, will be presented at the Brookhaven Town Hall, in the second floor Media Room, at One Independence Hill in Farmingville, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. For information, contact 631.451.6146. A Yom Hashoah Holocaust Remembrance Day Community Observance will be held at the Mid-Island Y JCC, 45 Manetto Hill Road in Plainview, at 7 p.m. For information, contact 516.822.3535. An Opioid Drug Abuse Prevention Program will be presented at the North Babylon High School auditorium, 1 Phelps Lane in North Babylon, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For information, contact 516.659.7855. Meet the Candidates will be presented at the South Huntington Library, 145 Pidgeon Hill Road in Huntington Station, from 7 to 9 p.m. AMVETS Post 18 will meet at 141 Carleton Avenue in East Islip, at 8 p.m. Any veteran with an honorable discharge is eligible. For information, contact 631.581.6913.

Ongoing Events The Broadhollow Children’s Theatre will present “Aladdin” through April 14th at the BayWay Arts Center, 265 East Main Street in East Islip. For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact 631.581.2700. The South Shore Theatre Experience will present “The Bikinis” through April 14th at 115 South Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst. For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact 631.669.0506. The Broadhollow Theatre Company will present “The Wedding Singer” through April 15th at the BayWay Arts Center, 265 East Main Street in East Islip. For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact

Send Coming Events to: South Bay’s Neighbor Newspapers, 565 Broadhollow Road, Suite 3, Farmingdale, NY 11735; Fax to: 631.226.2680; or E-mail to: EditorSB@SouthBayNews.com Events must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the date and will run in the calendar on a space available basis. For further information, contact: 631.226.2636, extension 275. 631.581.2700. Jane Peterson: At Home and Abroad will be presented through April 22nd at the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A in Stony Brook. For information, and exhibit hours, contact 631.751.0066. Alternative & Country Line Dancing will be held on Fridays from April 6th through April 27th at the Wade-Burns VFW 7279, 560 North Delaware Avenue in Lindenhurst, from 8 p.m. to midnight. For information, contact 631.888.9854. Beauty in Bloom will be on display through April 30th at the Long Island Photo Gallery, 467 Main Street in Islip. For information, and Gallery hours, contact 1.888.600.5474. The Broadhollow Children’s Theatre will present “Frog & Toad” from April 21st through May 12th at the

BayWay Arts Center, 265 East Main Street in East Islip. For performance dates and times, and ticket information, contact 631.581.2700. St. James Artist Lori Scarlatos will be featured through May 25th at the Apple Bank, 91 Route 111 in Smithtown. For information, contact 631.862.6575. Perfect Harmony: The Musical Life & Art of William Sidney Mount will be presented through September 3rd at the Long Island Museum, 1200 Route 25A in Stony Brook. For information, and exhibit hours, contact 631.751.0066. A Bereavement Group for Adults Who Have Lost a Loved One to Addiction will meet on the second Monday of each month at the YES Community Counseling’s Levittown Office, 152 Center Lane, from 7 to 8 p.m. For information, contact 516.799.3203, extension 127.

Free Energy and Safety Consultations for your residence will be available at your home from a local LEED AP. To schedule an appointment, and further information, contact 516.848.5873.

Vendors Wanted Vendors are wanted for the Amvets Ladies Auxiliary #18 Craft and Vendor Fair on May 5th at Amvets Hall, 141 Carleton Avenue in East Islip, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, contact 631.277.9842. Vendors are wanted for the Lindenhurst Spring Fest on May 6th, from 12 noon to 5 p.m. along Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst Village. For further information and pricing on vendor spots, and to download an application, visit www.LindenhurstChamber. org, or contact 631.226.4641. Vendors are wanted for a

Lights Camera Kindness Ryan Hyde, the middle schoolers were challenged to do acts of kindness and create a video highlighting their actions. The evening consisted of two presentations, one for each school, where students first spoke about how they showed kindness or paid it forward and then premiered their video. Individual and group projects from classes

and organizations were featured throughout the event. Videos ranged from students fundraising for important causes, to paying it forward and working with peers to bring kindness into the classroom and beyond. Each participant received a medal for their hard work and service.

LIGHTS CAMERA KINDNESS - Wisdom Lane Middle School students took the stage during the Lights! Camera! Kindness! Multimedia Awards Night. Photo courtesy of: Levittown Public Schools

Vendors are wanted for a Yard/Craft Sale on June 2nd at the Middle Island United Church of Christ, 271 Middle Country Road in Middle Island, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For information, contact 631.513.9546. Vendors are wanted for a Strawberry Festival on June 2nd at Westminster United Presbyterian Church, 109 Udall Road in West Islip, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, contact 631.661.9047.

Save the Date An AARP Defensive Driving Class will be held on April 13th at the Rainbow Center, 293 Buffalo Avenue in Lindenhurst. The cost is

$20 for AARP members; $25 for non-members. For information, and a time, contact 631.957.7526. The Tooker Avenue PTA will host its 12th annual Spring Auction on April 13th at the West Babylon High School gym, at 6 p.m. The first raffle will be pulled at 7 p.m. For information, contact 631.404.7353. The 27th annual Senior Citizens Prom will be held on April 14th at the Lindenhurst High School, from 4 to 8 p.m. Price is $5 per person. All proceeds benefit the Rainbow Senior Center Scholarship Fund. No tickets will be sold at the door. For information, contact 631.957.7526. A Craft & Gift Fair will be held on April 15th at Newfield High School, 145 Marshall Drive in Selden, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring a selection of crafted home decor, wreaths, art, photography and more.

For information, contact 631.846.1459. Your Event Could Be Here! Send in the date, time, location, contact e-mail or phone number, along with any other pertinent details, for your upcoming event to: South Bay’s Neighbor Newspapers, 565 Broadhollow Road, Suite 3, Farmingdale, NY 11735; e-mail to: EditorSB@ SouthBayNews.com; fax to: 631.226.2680, Attention Jamie. All events run as space is available and should be submitted at least two weeks prior to the date of the event in order to be considered for an upcoming calendar of events. Future events may be listed under our “Save the Date” section; “Vendors Wanted” listings are welcome for craft fairs and festivals; theatre productions will be listed under the “Ongoing” section.

Broadcasting Gift From mimeographs to the green screen, the way the Wellington C. Mepham High School student body gets its news is ever changing. To further advance the Bellmore-Merrick Broadcasting program, Frank Merklein Sr., a member of the Class of 1940, bequeathed $5,000. Longtime friends of Merklein, Jerry Worthing and Clare Worthing, also Mepham alumni, have been acting as ambassadors of his wishes and visited the program on March 27th

for a tour. Merkelin worked in the television industry as a cameraman in the 1950s and was part of the “Howdy Doody” crew, as well the debut of The Today Show. Students interviewed the couple on their Mepham experiences, as well as the life of Merklein, for future use in news packages. “When we were students, we got our news from the school newspaper, The Buccaneer,” Jerry Worthing said. While The Buccaneer is still produced today,

the broadcasting program films and edits daily announcements as well as provides video services for various events throughout the district. “As the program continues to mature, we are learning about more advanced technology that can be used in instruction,” said Mary Donnelly, a district English chairperson. “This gives us an opportunity to purchase some of that new technology.”

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Students from Jonas E. Salk Middle School and Wisdom Lane Middle School recently received a red carpet experience during the Levittown Public Schools first Lights! Camera! Kindness! Multimedia Awards Night at the Levittown Memorial Education Center. As part of the students summer reading book, “Pay it Forward” by Catherine

Flea Market on May 27th at the corner of Horseblock Road and Woodycrest Drive in Farmingville, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, contact 631.880.7996.

BROADCASTING GIFT - Members of the Bellmore-Merrick Broadcasting program along with Jerry Worthing and Clare Worthing. Photo courtesy of: Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District

Madagascar, Jr. Under the direction of Randi Andersen, Mallory Cogen and Laura Laude, the Bellmore School District’s Shore Road Musical Theatre Production Club’s talented cast and crew drew a packed house during performances of the musical drama “Madagascar Jr.” After a preview matinee for Winthrop Avenue fourth-grade students, the club entertained audiences with their rendition of Kevin Del Aguila’s adventure about residents of the Central Park Zoo,

who while escaping from their comfy surroundings, took a trip of a lifetime to Madagascar and learned valuable life lessons about appreciating home and the friendships they have come to value. On stage, Chloe Boyle played the lead role of Marty (zebra) with Jack Messinger as Alex (lion), Hannah Levine as Gloria (hippo), Noelle McIntosh as Melman (giraffe) and Giovanni Scimeca as Mason (monkey). Comedic lines and actions were portrayed by a group of penguins and

lemurs, as well as a cast of other talented actors as they sang popular music from the DreamWorks Animation motion picture including “I Like to Move It,” “Relax, Be Cool, Chill Out” and “Steak.” The show’s success was also due to the artistic talents of set committee chairperson Liz Brillantino, costume committee chairpersons Alison Prainito and Lisa Warren and lighting director Glen Davis.

MUSTACHE ART - In celebration of Northside Elementary School’s “Art and Music In Our Schools Month,” students honored surrealist artist Salvador Dali by having mustaches drawn on their faces on March 20th for Mustache Day. Pictured, from left, kindergartner Matteo Reyes with second-graders Lucas Reyes, Greysen Gomezcoello and Juliana Sampugnaro. Photo courtesy of: Levittown Public Schools

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Students Slime Students and staff at Summit Lane Elementary School celebrated the end of their Hoops for Heart fundraiser on March 16 by honoring top student donors and sliming Principal Keith Squillacioti in the school gymnasium. This year, a total of 265 students participated in the fundraiser, along with Summit Lane staff members. Together, they raised $15,711 for American Heart MADAGASCAR, JR. - From left, principle Bellmore actors Chloe Boyle, Giovanni the Scimeca, Hannah Levine, Jack Messinger and Noelle McIntosh starred in Bellmore’s Association. Each year, under the Shore Road School’s production of “Madagascar, Jr.” Photo courtesy of: Bellmore direction of physical School District education teacher Cynthia Dano and her team, the school community gathers to hear how much money they raised for Hoops

PET FOOD DRIVE - Student Council members of Forest Lake Elementary School received an official Assembly Citation from Assemblyman Dave McDonough for participating in his 2018 Annual Pet Food Drive held in conjunction with Baxter’s Pet Pantry and Long Island Cares. Donations can be dropped off at McDonough’s district office located at 404 Bedford Avenue in Bellmore from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

for Heart. The national education and fundraising program promotes physical education and provides students with the knowledge of heart disease and stroke, while raising funds for cardiovascular disease research, stroke research and health education. The annual event is a celebration for the school’s fundraising efforts. The students who raised the most money were recognized for their hard work and generosity with a medal. Each raised more than $800 and had the first opportunity to slime Squillacioti. Wearing protective eye gear, Squillacioti sat in

a kiddie pool as students poured buckets of slime on him. Board of Education President Peggy Marenghi and staff watched as classes cheered. He was eventually covered from head to toe in the green and orange goo, a role that he later said he was happy to be a part of. “As always, Summit Lane students and faculty have come together for a great cause as we donated to people in need,” said Principal Squillacioti. “All these great programs that we put in place and all the resources that we have at our school could not take place without the support of our central administration.”

STUDENTS SLIME - Students covered Principal Keith Squillacioti in slime to celebrate their fundraising efforts for Hoops for Heart. Photo courtesy of: Levittown Public Schools

Nancy Golden, math specialist at Levy Lakeside School in Merrick, has seen many changes in education over her 26 years of teaching. Since the implementation of Common Core, she’s been on a mission to bring the fun back into math. Last year, Golden brought Crazy 8’s to the district – an afterschool math club for thirdgraders. The club, which runs in all three schools, has been tremendously popular. But her focus this year is fractions.

“Fractions have always been a difficult and often frustrating concept to teach and to learn,” Golden said. “That basic understanding begins in third grade, at its earliest introduction. We need to go beyond the textbook and provide children with hands-on exploration tailored to their developmental needs.” Working with Lakeside Principal Libby Trencheny and thirdgrade teachers, Golden began running a series

of fraction workshops within each class, both before and throughout the units. Students are now spending that muchneeded time exploring in all different ways: cutting and folding paper, playing games, using Legos to compare sizes and discover equivalence, and most importantly, talking about and having fun with fractions. Golden said students have gone out of their way to tell her how much fun they are having. Other teachers have affirmed the benefits of the program. “You wouldn’t believe the difference with my students,” said Dr. Jenn Gargan, one of the thirdgrade teachers who worked closely with Golden. “They were able to begin their study through play and exploration. So, by the time we finally took out the textbook they already had a wealth of knowledge. They can’t learn that with pencil and paper alone.” Photo courtesy of: Merrick School District

The Theatre Residency program at Birch School in Merrick delivered two fabulous performances of “High School Musical 2” earlier this month. This year’s production was

made possible thanks to the hard work of 52 fifthand sixth-graders who have been preparing for the show since November. Robert Normandeau and Shira Voulgarakis directed

the show, with Laura Biviano and Judy Kenny producing. Special thanks to the Birch School PTA for its ongoing support of the school’s Theatre Residency program.

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL - Fifth- and sixth-grade Birch theater students played high school students for their recent production of “High School Musical 2.” Photo courtesy of: Merrick School District

Levittown’s Division Avenue High School DECA team recently attended the New York DECA State Career Conference in Rochester where students participated in role play activities in front of judges in their business areas of choice. Students across the globe take part in DECA, an organization that provides opportunities for students to develop skills in the areas of vocational understanding, leadership

development, civic consciousness and social intelligence. Through their involvement, students transform into leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges. During the NY DECA State Career Conference, three Division Avenue students took home medals in their categories. Award recipients included junior Brandon Smith

who received three medals in the category of Human Resource Management and qualified to attend the DECA International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, Georgia from April 21st-24th. Freshman Nikhil Keer also won three medals in the category of Business Finance and junior Ryan Dwyer won a medal in the category of Sports and Entertainment Marketing.

DIVISION DECA ROCKS - Division Avenue High School’s DECA team attended the New York DECA State Career Conference and took home various medals in their categories. Photo courtesy of: Levittown Public Schools

Becoming Puppeteers

Kindergartners at Park Avenue Elementary School in the North Bellmore School District took part in a puppet workshop on March 23rd. Parent volunteers Steve Lichtman and Kim Newman led the activity to celebrate World Puppetry Day.

Steve has been building puppets and mascots for more than a decade. He and his wife supplied students with materials to build their own Pete the Cat puppets, a character from a popular series of children’s books. Each child received a white paper

bag, blue construction paper with the outline of a cat’s face as well as strips for legs, orange or yellow construction paper for a shirt, buttons, plastic eyes, crayons and glue. The project was an opportunity for students to explore their imaginations.

BECOMING PUPPETEERS - Kindergartners Collin Friel, left, and Michael Liguori were hard at work on their Pete the Cat puppets. Photo courtesy of: North Bellmore Public Schools

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Savor these beautiful (and edible) flowers C Cooking with edible flowers is a trend that has endured for centuries. According to Fleurs Gourmandes, the first recorded history of edible flowers occurred in 140 BC. Use of calendula in salads dates back to the ancient Greeks and Romans. Victorian-era candied flowers and flowerencrusted sweets took edible flowers to new heights. Today, nothing may make a meal seem more gourmet than the inclusion of flower petals in the recipe. Of course, before delving into the expanded world of cooking using edible blooms, some notes of caution should first be mentioned. Avoid flowers that may have been sprayed with fungicides, herbicides or insecticides. To verify safety, only use edible flowers grown specifically for this purpose, not flowers picked from

roadsides or from landscapes. Secondly, remember that not all flowers are edible. Some can be poisonous or cause severe gastrointestinal upset when consumed. That means all flowers should be carefully researched prior to experimenting with them in the kitchen. To begin growing — and eating — edible flowers, refer to this list of varieties deemed safe and be careful to double-check against allergies and any interactions with medications prior to use. Allium: These are blossoms from the allium family, which include garlic, chives and leeks. These flowers can be used to add flavor to foods.

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marigold family can taste like saffron when it’s sautéed. Uncooked, calendula can have spicy notes that add variety to salads and garnishes.

Marigolds: These tiny ﬂowers may be used in vegetable gardens to repel animal and insect pests. Blossoms have a fresh citrus taste that can be used in cooking.

Chamomile: This plant features small, daisy-type ﬂowers that can be used in treats and teas. Cilantro: The ﬂowers from the cilantro plant can be eaten, just as the leaves and the seeds that form the spice coriander.

Basil Blossoms: It may be customary to pinch off the blossoms of basil, which come in colors from white to lavender in order to stimulate growth of the leaves of the plant. However, the blossoms, which are more mild than the leaves, can be tasty as well.

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Hibiscus: Hibiscus blooms are famously used in hibiscus tea, which is tart and cranberry-like.

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eenagers are busier than ever before. But even the busiest teens need places to unwind and relax with friends. Many parents aspire to create that type of environment in their homes but don’t know where to begin.

Parents who want to keep teens nearby can create hangout spaces at home that make it easy for teens to feel comfortable with their friends. These “teen caves” can be private but permit supervision when necessary. With a few modiﬁcations, it’s possible to transform a room in a home into a teen-friendly hangout space.

isn’t to your taste, he or she will be proud of the results and may want to share it with friends. Have a snack station. Some teenagers always seem to be hungry, and hanging out with friends while enjoying food is a popular pastime. When renovating a room into a teen cave, ﬁnd a way to make food a focus. Install a mini-refrigerator and nonalcoholic bar where kids can serve snacks to friends. Think about a space you would like as an adult and modify it to be more accommodating to teenagers. Add more seating. Having friends over means having enough seating to handle a small crowd. Beanbags, cushioned benches, a daybed, modular seating and more can ensure everyone has a place to sit. Make a private outdoor spot. Teen spaces do not need to be restricted to the indoors. Design advice site Houzz says an outdoor escape zone that includes comfortable seating in a private area — particularly a spot that can also be enjoyed into the evening — will be a coveted spot.

Talk to your children. Involve teens in the process of renovating a home to create a spot in which they would like to congregate. Talk about elements they would like to see in the space, whether it be a particular design style, technology or activity.

Invest in “indestructible” materials. Teenagers are bound to make messes, and having other people over means contending with a certain measure of damage. Design the space with indooroutdoor carpeting, water-resistant fabrics, distressed wood and other durable materials.

Establish a shared budget. Paint is inexpensive and can transform just about any room in a single afternoon. If the room being renovated is the teen’s own bedroom, allow him or her to choose the color palette and other accents. Even if it

Adolescents are always looking for spaces to gather without overbearing adult interference. Homeowners can create such spaces for their children in their own homes.

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Personal touches turn a house into a home. Hanging pictures, whether they’re personal photographs or artwork, can really change the character of a room. Unfortunately, some people may not know the proper ways to display pictures on a wall. Design maven Martha Stewart advises that the ﬁrst step is to gather all of the pictures that are in consideration for hanging. This will enable a person to see what is available and edit their selection based on the space available, theme or color scheme. Having the artwork there enables a person to move it around like a puzzle until the placement feels just right. Next, plan on hanging artwork at 57 inches on center, according to the renovation experts at Apartment Therapy. “On center” means the middle of the photograph or painting will always be at 57,” as this measurement represents the average human eye height. This height is regularly used as a standard in many galleries and museums.

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a single unit. This means creating the layout and ﬁnding the center of the middle piece of the grouping. To make picture grouping easier, use paper templates with arrows to indicate whether the artwork will be hung horizontally or vertically. These templates can then be easily taped to the wall and rearranged until the grouping is ideal. There are no hard and fast rules concerning frames, meaning they do not all have to match. But placing framed artwork side by side can give a person a feel for whether the images and the frames work together in the space. Some people like to use frames of similar colors and sizes. Others want the eclectic mix-and-match appeal. It’s ultimately up to the homeowner. Measuring is key to hanging a picture correctly on the wall. Take into consideration the type of attachment, whether it’s D-rings, sawtooth hangers, wire or other fasteners on the back. Measure from the top of the frame to the hanger. Measure the wall to achieve

the 57” on center location, and then calculate where this falls within the height of the artwork and frame top. Adjust accordingly and mark. Then measure the distance from the frame top to the hanger location on the wall. Be sure to take the weight of the picture into consideration when selecting hanging hardware. Wall anchors may be needed if measurements determine a wall stud will not help secure the artwork — to keep the frame sturdy in the drywall. Home improvement resource Today’s Homeowner also suggests using self-adhesive rubber bumpers to the bottom corners on the back of the frame before hanging so that the picture will not damage the wall and will help it hang level. It can take a few attempts to hang pictures correctly, but with practice it should come with greater ease. The good news is there are new products constantly being evolved to make picture hanging easier, including those that enable removal and relocation of artwork without damaging walls.

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On March 15th, students from across the BellmoreMerrick Central High School District competed in the second round of the Long Island Science and Engineering Fair at the Crest Hollow Country Club. LISEF is the regional science fair for students to present their research in order to be eligible to complete in the national Broadcom MASTERS, which is administered by the Society for Science and the Public. John F. Kennedy’s Cameron Levy and Lucas Rosen who presented their Advance Science Research projects in the animal science and mathematics categories. Levy earned third place and Rosen earned honorable mention. He also received a special award. Matthew Klein received a special award

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meteorology. Sophomore Sonia Sarju also received the honor of honorable mention in the category of earth and environmental science for her project. They work with advisers Christine Boyce and Jennifer Pefanis. Seven students from Grand Avenue Middle School also competed at LISEF in the middle school division. To participate at LISEF, students in sixth-eighth grades must perform a scientific investigation under the guidance of their teachers. The projects receiving a first place award or those scoring within the top 10 percent for each regional fair (based on total number of participating) receive nominations to SSP Broadcom MASTERS. T y l e r Bissoondial received first place and a Broadcom MASTER’s nomination for his project. Julianna Rosenthal received second place and Broadcom MASTER’s nomination for her project and Timothy Langone received third place for his project. Gabriella Simal, Sahara Partap and Mackenzie Filosa received third place for their group project. Science teacher, Tami Cruz, was the adviser for this group. Photo courtesy of: Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District

Education Partner Honorees On Wednesday, April 11th, Nassau BOCES will honor 15 people and organizations that have had a profound effect on public education in Nassau County. The Nassau BOCES Education Partner Awards program pays tribute to outstanding community and business leaders, civil servants, government officials, nonprofit executives and volunteers, organizations, school administrators and staff, students, teachers and Nassau BOCES employees. During the past 12 years, more than 100 individuals have been honored with the Nassau BOCES Education Partner Award, which recognizes those who have made a substantial impact on public education in Nassau County. A strategic education partner with local school districts since 1967, Nassau BOCES created the award to pay tribute to those who share its commitment to enabling students of all ages and abilities to achieve their maximum potential. This year’s honorees will receive their awards at the 12th Annual Education Partner Awards Gala on Wednesday, April 11th. The gala is sponsored by the Nassau BOCES Educational Foundation, an independent, community-based organization devoted to enhancing educational opportunities for students who take part in Nassau

BOCES schools, services or programs. The Foundation supports initiatives that are beyond the scope of the agency’s budget. “It gives us great pleasure to congratulate our 2018 Education Partner honorees,” Nassau BOCES Board President Eric Schultz said on behalf of the agency. “They are all extraordinary, sharing our commitment to creating safe and caring educational environments where all students can achieve their greatest potential. We are grateful for your support of our students and programs.” Following are the 2018 Education Partner Awards honorees, by category. Education Partners • Mara Bollettieri, Deputy Superintendent, Bellmore-Merrick CHSD • John Brooks, New York State Senator • Kevin Dougherty, Principal, Elmont Memorial High School, Sewanhaka CHSD • Dr. Ralph Ferrie, Superintendent, Sewanhaka CHSD • Marianne Litzman, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction, Hicksville UFSD • Tonie McDonald, Superintendent, Levittown UFSD • Lisa Ruiz,

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Polar Dip Series Raises Funds The iconic Camp Sunshine Polar Dip Series recently concluded and raised $217,000 this winter. Local teams from the Northeast to the MidAtlantic participated in local dips, plunging into the icy waters of the Atlantic Ocean, lakes, rivers and several different polar pools! “We’re thankful that we can still count on people to unpack their swimsuits each winter and take a quick dip into freezing cold water to support Camp Sunshine,” said Michael Smith, Development Director at Camp Sunshine.“ A couple seconds of cold are nothing in comparison to what Camp Sunshine families face on a daily basis. This is an easy way to help support your community and we saw a lot of new faces this year!” Funds were raised by teams and individuals who committed to taking the

icy plunge. In total, 552 participants registered to participate in one of the nine dips. “As incredible as it is to think that 552 people were able to raise more than $217,000, the fundraising component is just part of the goal of these events,” said Michael Katz, Executive Director at Camp Sunshine. “Equally as important is the awareness we bring to each area where we host these events. Our goal has always been to reach out to even more families who can utilize our services. The polar dips provide a great platform to help spread the word.” The funds enable children with lifethreatening illnesses and their families to enjoy the award-winning Camp Sunshine on Sebago Lake in Maine free-ofcharge. At Camp, they join other families on similar journeys and experience

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The Time of the Season And just like that, spring has arrived, with its bursts of warm sunshine coaxing the flower blossoms from beneath the winter-hardened soil. The Easter Bunny has already come and gone, and plans are well underway for summer vacations and the tantalizing temptation of beach season. Seems we were only just beginning to put together our Christmas shopping lists not so long ago, doesn’t it? It’s funny, how this concept of time seems to work its way into nearly every conversation in one respect or another the lack of it, its tendency to pass by too quickly… seldom have I heard the argument that there is simply too much time to know what to do with. Never, in fact. Seems this would be a rather enviable problem to have. But alas, this is most certainly not the case. As with most of life’s

struggles, it is how we choose to deal with, and hopefully, to overcome these issues that is the most important. Redirecting our focus constantly, from wallowing in the negativity of why did this happen? to being proactive in setting a plan for what would I like to happen? going forward. No use dwelling on the past; we need to be present in order to look to the future with anything resembling a clear perspective. They say hindsight is 20/20; but is it truly? I would argue that, even upon reflecting on past events, I do not have an unequivocal assessment of how things might have turned out differently; or even, if they should have. No, I am a firm believer that all things happen for a reason, even if that reason is not immediately - or ever - apparent. Some things are simply not meant to be

understood beyond a shadow of a doubt. Life is nothing if not filled with unexpected twists and turns, and a touch of the unknown. I recently came across a quote which said, in part, that it is not truly the unknown which we fear; but rather, what we think we know of the unknown. What an interesting concept, this notion that most of our apprehensions are selfmade and, if we would only take care to take a step back and let things play out a bit, perhaps we would be pleasantly surprised as to the outcome. Spring is traditionally seen as a time of growth and progress, naturally and otherwise. The seeds must be planted and cultivated, in hopes of a fruitful season. Whether things blossom as we wish, well, that remains to be seen. As with most things, only time will tell.

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Friends of Karen is a nonprofit organization that supports critically-ill children and their families. This year, they are celebrating their 40th anniversary; four decades of bringing help, hope and support to over 15,000 children and their families in the tri-state area. I had the pleasure of meeting with some of their staff members to grasp a better understanding of all they have done and all they continue to do for those in need. In 1978, Friends of Karen began with one family, one child, Karen MacInnes; and one inspired woman, Sheila Petersen, who wanted to sustain her close friends through the devastating illness of their daughter. Today, Friends of Karen serves hundreds of families by providing emotional, financial and advocacy support to children with life-threatening illnesses, and to their families in order to help keep them stable, functioning and able to cope, at no cost. To apply for help, a parent or guardian of the ill child must call the organization and speak to a member of their Family Support Team. It is apparent to me that Friends of Karen wants whomever is going through a tough and unimaginable critical illness to know that they are not alone and that help is available for them. Friends of Karen often hosts or participates in many events within their community. On Saturday, May 5th and Sunday, May 6th, they are hosting a team in the Long Island Marathon at

Eisenhower Park in East Meadow. Saturday will be a 5K and Sunday will be a 10K. They are looking for people to join their Friends of Karen team and to cross the finish line knowing they’re making a difference in the lives of many. If you are interested in participating in either or both of these races with colleagues, as a family or individually, you can sign up today! Additionally, if you are interested in volunteering your time preparing for the event - handing out t-shirts, making sure every participant has what he or she needs, etc.; or at the event - taking photos for promotional purposes, you can do so. Please visit their website at www.FriendsOfKaren.org for additional information. Are you someone who prefers to donate? If yes, you can do so by donating a gift card today. Many families struggle to find the money for everyday essentials such as food when they are also responsible for paying such large medical bills; therefore, food store and restaurant gift cards are much appreciated so Friends of Karen can pass them along to a family in need. Lastly, if you would like to get involved with Friends of Karen through another avenue that is not listed, such as volunteering in their office or in a specific way that is dear to you, they would like to know! Please contact their Development Associate, Rebecca Mowl, at RMowl@ FriendsOfKaren.org for more information.

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Central Suﬀolk Challenger Softball Little League {Sundays 1:30PM-4:30PM @ Medford Athletic Complex}

www.eteamz.com/CentralSuffolkChallengerll This organization gives individuals with disabilities (ages 4-adult) the opportunity to enjoy the full benefits of Little League participation in an athletic environment structured to their abilities. They place emphasis on commitment, hard work, sportsmanship and teamwork as their program’s core values, as well as principle building blocks for life. They are currently looking for sponsors, coaches, team parents and buddies to help make this program a success! Please contact Roger Smith at 347.446.6168 or at sacchallengerb@optonline.net for more information.

If you would like your organization to be featured in this column, e-mail Noelle@SouthBaysNeighbor.com

Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts (LIHSA) invites all high school students with artistic talent, passion and ambition to an Open House on Saturday, April 28th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. LIHSA is now accepting applications for the 2018-2019 school year. Prospective students from across Long Island are invited to meet with LIHSA Principal Dr. Chris Rogutsky Bleecker and tour the campus at 239 Cold Spring Road in Syosset.

Attendees can join a theater improvisation skit, sketch in an art studio, participate in a dance class, listen to a jazz performance and experience much more to get better acquainted with LIHSA. During the Open House, parents of prospective students also have the opportunity to tour the facility and speak with the expert faculty, guidance counselors, administration and staff. Interested students can also learn about Summer Arts Academy for grades 6-12.

As part of their professional-level training, LIHSA students regularly receive one-on-one access to experienced professionals working in the industry. Students have recently benefitted from Master Classes and Workshops lead by pop-rock icon Billy Joel; actor and director Ralph Macchio; legendary frontman Eric Bloom, of the classic rock band Blue Oyster Cult; alumnus Michael Trusnovec, lead dancer in the Paul Taylor Dance Company; sculptor

LIHSA Open House Frank Porcu; and worldrenowned violinist Patrick Yim, to name only a few. They also perform alongside Broadway stars during the school’s annual fundraiser, Broadway Supports LIHSA. Alumni of the school have gone on to develop successful careers in all arts fields. In addition to landing starring roles on Broadway, alumni have danced with national touring companies, illustrated for New Yorker magazine, designed successful swimsuit lines,

and embarked on technical careers working for companies such as Cirque de Soleil and at landmarks such as Lincoln Center. Graduates have also earned prestigious scholarships and grants to continue their education at some of the nation’s most highly esteemed colleges and conservatories, including the Juilliard School, Boston Conservatory, Cooper Union and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. “We are incredibly proud of the instruction

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