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Now that the languid late summer days have yielded to the frenetic schoolyear schedule, it’s a good time for parents to step back and make a careful assessment of whether or not their children are trying to do too much. “After-school activities like sports, clubs, dance lessons and volunteering provide important enrichment opportunities for schoolchildren, but too much participation without enough downtime, or participating for the wrong reasons could lead to unhealthy levels of stress,” says family medicine physician Dr. Jennifer Caudle, an associate professor at Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine. “Trying to ‘fit in’ socially or trying to please parents or improve their chances of getting into college can be strong motivators that cause kids to sign up for too many activities or ones they don’t really enjoy.” According to the results of a “Stress in America” survey published by the American Psychological Association, children and their parents view school-related stress much differently. Dr. Caudle notes that the survey found that 44 percent of children surveyed said they were worried about doing well in school, but only about one-third of parents thought this was an issue for their kids. And, while just five percent of parents felt their teenage children were worried about getting a good job or getting into college, 29 percent of teens reported feeling stress from this concern. “Most parents want what’s best for their

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August 22, 2019 — BELLMORE HERALD LIFE

Schools in action

As another school year approaches, administrators and faculty prepare to welcome students back with great expectations. Here’s the Herald’s annual look at what’s ahead for the new school year.

Curriculum enhancements in Bellmore-Merrick CHSD

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A diverse array of national flags colored the halls of Calhoun High School during its first “Colture Day” in 2019. The Central High School District continues to move ahead with its curriculum restructuring. “Funding has been included in the spending plan to enhance the ninth grade curriculum, said Michael Harrington, assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction. This is the third year of the district’s curriculum redesign, as the seventh grade curriculum was restructured in 2017-18, and the eighth grade curriculum was redesigned this year. “After successful implementation of coding and robotics programs in our middle schools, high school students will now have an opportunity to take four years of computer science in high school, beginning with Computer Programming I in ninth grade,” Harrington said. “Also new this year is a robotics club at each of the high schools, the implementation of the Advanced Placement Capstone Program and an AP Microeconomics course. A new fashion marketing elective in business will also be introduced, and the Senior Experience Program at JFK will be redesigned to resemble the programs currently offered at Calhoun and Mepham.” Superintendent John DeTommaso expressed enthusiasm for the launch of the new electrical training program for interested seniors, saying that it would give students who may not plan to attend college the option to pursue careers as electricians. “We’re starting to recognize kids who may not see their path as going to college,” DeTommaso said. “We’re as proud of those kids as ones who are getting into some of the finest schools in the country. This is going to be another option.” The 450-hour program, which will be housed at Brookside, will be offered through a partnership with the Electrical Training Center, which trains electricians on Long Island, DeTommaso explained. Citing career paths created by programs such as Calhoun’s On Tour, Kennedy’s culinary education and broadcast journalism training districtwide, DeTommaso said the electrical training program would give students another “state of the art” option. Graduates of the program will receive certificates of completion, giving them a leg up when they enter the field. Harrington continued, “The proposed budget includes funding for the renovation of the Brookside auditorium using reserve funds from the Jerusalem Avenue building sale. This auditorium is frequently used by the elementary districts and other community organizations for various events.” Other capital fixes include renovations to the Calhoun and Mepham high school buildings, totaling $1.9 million. Proposed updates for Mepham include a repaved parking lot, new tennis courts, track resurfacing and replacement of floor and ceiling tiles. Calhoun’s auditorium would get renovated restrooms and new doors, and both buildings would also receive multiple door and lock replacements.

Bellmore School District moves forward with innovative programming Bellmore School District Students from Reinhard Elementary School boarded the back of the bus with smiling faces on their way to the first day school. Bellmore Public Schools welcomes the new school year with innovative programs that will provide each of its students with the tools needed to be successful, lifelong learners. According to administrators, students are educated in an environment that fosters exploration, nurtures the whole child, celebrates diversity and is centered on universal leadership principles and shared core values. In order to ensure students are supported, the staff of “Star Polishers” must strive for continuous improvement. This summer, numerous staff development opportunities were afforded. Teachers attended workshops focused on developing leadership, intentional word study instruction and understanding executive function skills, and worked together in collegial groups to develop science and literacy resources. The district is entering its second full year as a Franklin Covey Lighthouse District. Bellmore was the first district in New York State to achieve this honor and only the second in the country, continuing to develop the leadership potential of all students by emphasizing leadership principles and core values. Bellmore’s robust science curriculum will also be enhanced, as administrators plan to strengthen the reading programs through a new word study program in grades K-3 and upgrade technology to offer more educational opportunities. Last year, the Star Lab was added at Winthrop Avenue — an innovative, immersive learning experience that teaches coding to all students grades K-6. The district was again recognized as a NAMM Best Community for Music Education, and plans to continue to grow its excellent Star Arts program. The district also launched a newly designed website in advance of the new school year. The design provides ample opportunity to highlight student and staff achievements and better reflects who the district is. Visit at www.bellmoreschools. org or on Twitter @BellmoreUFSD or @doctorfamularo.

New initiatives in the North Bellmore

North Bellmore School District welcomes students back with an enhanced mental health and wellness curriculum through its Prevention Department. Students will learn: what it means to be mentally healthy; why mental health is just as important as physical health; how to stay mentally fit; peacemaking and mediation skills; and creative conflict-solving strategies. The curricula will focus on positive decision-making and building self-esteem. An addition of a school counselor to the Prevention Department will work with sixth graders on their education plans and provide support for the transition to middle school. Curriculum initiatives includes the introduction of new Fountas and Pinnell reading materials, to support the balanced literacy program, in first, second and third grade classrooms after piloting the resources in select classrooms districtwide last year. These reading materials will provide support for interactive read-alouds, shared reading, independent reading and mini-lessons. The district is receiving an additional 400 iPads through the Smart Schools Bond Act with iPad carts available in every school, and each school will have a dedicated computer lab. A technology instructor is being added to support the STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) program. New administrators include Jacqueline Rehak, who joins the district as assistant superintendent for business. Superintendent Marie Testa said, “I’m embracing the opportunity to welcome all of the faculty, staff and students back for the 2019-20 school year. Our steadfast goal is to celebrate the unique talents and attributes of every student [who] are the heart of every single decision we make in North Bellmore.”

Merrick UFSD continues to enhance STEAM education Andrew Garcia/Merick Herald Life Renowned children’s author Chris Grabenstein visited Old Mill Road Elementary on May 30 for an interactive presentation. The Merrick Union Free School District is enhancing its emphasis on STEAM education with additional classes and activities. The district has added two new STEAM classes at each of its three schools beginning this fall. Technology teachers and library media specialists at Birch, Chatterton and Lakeside will teach these programs, rotating between each school’s STEAM lab, technology room and library on a project/lesson basis. “These new student experiences were designed to encourage students to become increasingly independent as they create digital products that engage them in critical thinking, collaboration and authentic, real-world problem-solving,” said Continued on page S-4

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What to expect for the 2019-2020 school year

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What to expect for the school year

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The East Meadow School District Board of Education held its annual reorganization meeting on July 2, at which District Clerk Jeana Puma swore in Dr. Kenneth Card Jr. for his third year as Superintendent, trustees Allyson Benowitz and Dr. Jodi Luce took their oaths of office for three-year terms and Matthew Melnick and Alisa Baroukh were elected president and vice president, respectively.

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State College. Voters approved both the East Meadow School District and library budgets, and also out in favor of the budget’s Proposition Two on May 21. This will allow the district to use nearly $1.8 left over from its 2018-19 budget in a capital reserve fund, of which voters approved the creation last year. The district will be bolstering its safety measures, as described in the budget. Some additions include the hiring five additional security guards and the implementation of a “door-ajar system,” which alerts security officials when doors are slightly open or unlocked. The budget also includes a number of renovations of district athletic fields as well as fencing, electrical upgrades, some ventilation improvements and new carpeting. It also supports the district’s co-teaching model, which provides a more inclusive classroom setting for special education students. The district allocated funds to hire a director of guidance and recently selected Dr. Gerilyn Smith, whose role includes instituting a pilot mental health education program that would begin with sixth-grade students. Also hired as guidance counselors, succeeding two East Meadow High School retirees were Steven Pereira and Carly Salzman.

Wantagh School District looks ahead to 2019-20 The Wantagh School District will introduce some changes and upgrades for the new school year. District Superintendent John McNamara outlined some of the facilities Courtesy Anthony Cedrone upgrades, including Anthony Cedrone is renovation of four stuthe Wantagh School dent bathrooms in the District’s new assishigh school; upgrades tant superintendent for the turf fields, and for business. the track; replacing three middle school boilers; an electrical upgrade across the entire secondary complex; and renovating the middle school nurse’s office. Personnel changes include Anthony Cedrone, who previously served in the Carle Place Union Free School District as assistant superintendent for business, succeeded Adriana Silver in the same position, who retired on June 30;n Anthony Ciuffo succeeded newly retired Dawn Matrochano as principal of Wantagh Middle School; former Wantagh Elementary Supervisor, and Assistant Principal Jessica Zimmer took over from Ciuffo as the Forest Lake Elementary School principal; Briana James, a former North Shore School District elementary teacher, replaced Zimmer as the Wantagh Elementary School assistant principal. The district also added Carol-Ann Winans, formerly science chairperson in the Lynbrook School District, as the new director of science and technology. Instructional programs and courses have been expanded upon and added, with an emphasis on technology. “One of the big initiatives that we’re expanding upon is our Chromebook Initiative,” McNamara said. Continued on page S-5

What to expect for the 2019-2020 school year

The 2019-20 school year will see continued growth along the pathways already mapped out by the Seaford Board of Education and the guidance of district Superintendent Dr. Adele Pecora and Assistant Superintendent for Instruction and Curriculum John Striffolino. The district will continue to expand its programs to ensure students have access to “personal learning devices” at

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Joane Vincent is Seaford’s new director of pupil personnel services.

all levels, Pecora said. This will include take-home tablets for 100 percent of middle school students, as well as high school students through 11th grade, Pecora said. Students in other grades will all have access to varying levels of technology, whether personal tablets for classroom use or shared desktop computers, as in the lowest grades.

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Seaford is in its third year working with specialists from Columbia University’s Teachers College’s Reading and Writing program in the English Language Arts. The program helps students from kindergarten through eighth grade to develop a range of reading and writing strategies that not only include innovative approaches to basic literacy, but also enable clearer information writing and more accurate self-assessment. Other curriculum enhancements include the introduction of a new Living Environment Regent’s course as part of the district’s ongoing efforts to further elevate its science research programs. Pecora described the course as a companion to the two-year Advanced Placement Capstone course already being offered. Both focus on preparing students to undertake collegelevel research projects. But where the Capstone model is open to projects from a variety of disciplines, Living Experiment focuses exclusively on research projects from the life sciences. The district’s Go Math! curriculum will be expanded this year to reach sixth graders, “providing a wealth of differentiated instructional resources across integrated platforms,” according to the Go Math! website. The program develops mathematical understanding in students through an instructional model of “engaging, exploring, explaining, elaborating and evaluating.” As part of the district’s continuing focus on its students’ mental health, the Lion’s Quest emotional learning program developed by the Lion’s Club will be rolled out at the Manor School. The program has been designed to help students to cope with the physical, emotional and social challenges of early adolescence. The district has also added a counselor at the middle school level, who will be available to assist in the elementary schools. Other significant appointments include Joane Vincent, as the new director of pupil personnel services.

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The initiative previously allowed students in sixth through ninth grade to receive Chromebooks. Now, the program will allow 10th-, 11th- and 12th-graders to receive the devices as well. Programs are also being added at the elementary level. “We spent the last year researching science programs,” said Marc Ferris, assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction,“One of the things the teachers and parents asked about in a survey we sent out was to look at our science programming, and we really spent the year training teachers on the Next Generation Science Standards.” The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) are sciencebased standards for kindergarteners through 12th-graders, developed to improve science education, according to the NGSS website. With NGSS as the framework, a new science unit will roll out in September, for kindergarten through fifth-grade students, Ferris said. At the high school level, two new courses will be added: Advanced Placement Computer Programming and Voices of the Past, an English Language Arts course.

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starting point to encourage your child to dip into the book it is based on. Or help your child to write a letter to the author of a favorite book. (Send it to the publisher — most authors are good about replying to letters from children.) Do all you can to foster your child’s love of reading. Video games are fun, but they don’t develop vocabulary and language skills the way reading does. Take a critical look at your child’s extracurricular activities. Look especially hard at team sports, which require long hours of practice. Is your child overscheduled, trying to do far more than a child should do at this age? If so, you may have to consider cutting back to leave more time and energy for learning. Remember the power of praise. Let it work its magic to motivate your child. Displaying a child’s best work is a form of praise. Add a special touch to an especially good paper by having it laminated. You can do it yourself with clear contact paper. Celebrate your child’s successes, no matter how small. Learning is not always easy for children, and sometimes their progress may be measured in very small steps. When your child does master a new skill, rejoice together. Save time for fun. Play restores the body and stimulates brain connections, which makes learning easier in school. After all, there’s more to life than long division. n

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Big Chief

Merrick Pal

Big Chief is a family owned/operated school/camp that has been proudly serving the community for over 65 years. (6 weeks to 13 years). Big Chief provides a clean/safe environment where children feel loved and secure. We are small enough to give that personalized attention with great counselor/cjild ratio. Older campers customize their own program based on their interests. We are large enough to offer great extensive activities promoting the love of and lifelong skills. All tucked away on park-like facilities in the heat of East Meadow. Our facilities are air conditioned and we offer heated pools. Big Chief 516-781-3900

The Nassau County Police Activity League, Merrick Unit, provides organized sports, crafts and other activities for the youth of our community. Our goal is the development of good citizenship through positive interaction between youth and police officers. Our unit holds a variety of programs for the children of our community. We hope every child in our community participates in one or more of our programs. We also ask that you consider volunteering your time to our children and help make our community a better, safer and more enjoyable place to live, work and play. To learn more about our programs or to find out how you can volunteer, click through the website and see what we have to offer. If you need more information please call the Merrick PAL office at 516-867-6279. Merrick Pal 516-867-6279

The Waldorf School of Garden City Kenwal Day Camp Dena and “Uncle Howie” Feinstein (brother and sister) are still the two biggest “kids” in the camping industry. “As adults, safety is always our fi rst concern. Once the children are safe, we just want them to have the time of their lives,” they say. “We are in the summer camp business because we love the children! Watching the campers grow, building their self-esteem, and helping them make new friends is just a small part of what we achieve each summer!” Kenwal Day Camp 631-694-3399 kenwaldaycamp.com kenwaloffice@kenwaldaycamp.com

The Waldorf School of Garden City is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory day school for students in nursery through grade twelve, which values imagination, integrity, hard work, kindness, personal and social responsibility, and mutual respect. A rigorous, liberal arts education is provided through a multidisciplinary approach to the curriculum balancing the physical, artistic, social, and intellectual needs of students. The nurturing environment and diverse community enable students to excel as educated and compassionate individuals. The Waldorf School of Garden City 516-742-3434

Kumon Math and Reading Center Welcome to our Kumon Math and Reading Center. For more than 50 years, Kumon’s after-school academic enrichment program has helped children achieve success worldwide. We strive to instill in children the desire to achieve and the motivation to learn on their own. Whether your child is seeking enrichment, needs help catching up or is just beginning his or her academic career, Kumon is designed to help him or her develop a love of learning. Kumon Math and Reading Center 516-206-4200

Merrick Jewish Centre Loving Judaism and Jewish life! This is Merrick Jewish Centre! We are registering for our BET class (2nd grade, first official year) and the GAN (K-1, one day a week). Tuition for BET is ½ of the regular fee. GAN is $ 350 for the year. Bus service for all Bellmore/Merrick schools! Innovation and engagement is what our learning is about! Call 516 378-8384 or email principal@merrickjc.org Merrick Jewish Centre 516-379-8650

Integral Ballet Integral Ballet is a 501c3 non-profit providing professional training for students of classical ballet. Integral offers classes in ballet, pointe, modern, contemporary, hip-hop, tap, jazz, yoga and more. Integral Ballet accepts ongoing enrollment for students of all ages. Call 516-442-1590 or visit www.integralballet.com Integral Ballet 516-442-1590

The first day of school can create butterflies in the stomachs of parents and children. Whether this is a child's first time entering the classroom or he or she has done the back-to-school thing multiple times, it's not uncommon for feelings of anxiety to arise.

Back into classroom with confidence Alleviating the schooltime jitters There's nothing like a major milestone in a child's life to test a parent's confidence. Big changes like a new school or classroom can be trying for kids and adults alike, but tackling the transition a little at a time can make it easier on everyone. Most parents agree that being confident is important, but only about 1 in 3 parents feels confident on a typical day, according to KinderCare's Parent Confidence Report. However, experts say your own feelings can impact youngsters. Whether your child is making a big change like stepping up from pre-K into kindergarten or entering a new grade in the same building, there's likely to be some trepidation. However, each child is different, which means reactions to change can vary. Some kids show up ready and raring to go, eager to explore and meet new friends, while others can be a little clingy, tearful or even refuse to look at the teacher or take a step through the door. If you think your child might have trouble making the transition, consider these strategies to help ease both of you into a more comfortable place and build confidence for a successful school year. Set up a classroom visits before school starts. Sometimes fear comes from the unknown. For the youngest student, by visiting ahead of time and seeing firsthand, your child can become familiar with the layout of the classroom, meet the teachers and know what to expect, which can help alleviate some of the anxiety and jitters. Talk with your child's teacher about the transition. Your child's teacher should be your partner, so be open and honest

from the start. Talk about how your child handles change, what causes stress or what behaviors the teacher might expect. Don't be afraid to call and ask for updates on your child to see how things are going. Avoid sneaking away from your child at drop-off. Talk about what will happen ahead of time and create a consistent and predictable drop-off ritual, such as two high-fives, a hug and a wave from the window, to ensure your child feels secure and safe. Continue this routine every day to help your child get used to the classroom environment and make sure the process is a quick, happy one. While you're typically welcome in most classrooms, lingering too long can make it harder on your child once you do leave. Be enthusiastic. Just like laughter, excitement is contagious. Rather than focus on nerves or uncertainty, share your own memories from school including how you felt at the beginning of a new school year and the excitement of learning and meeting new friends, which can help your child get hyped up, too. Set up a work station at home. Creating a designated space at home for your little learner to do homework, read, write, draw and complete art projects can help set him or her up to develop good study habits. Stock this station with colored paper, crayons and markers, pencils, glue sticks, scissors, books, stickers and other necessary tools, and leave room for stowing a backpack. Encourage your child to spend time working on educational endeavors in the space each night.

MERRICK / NORTH MERRICK PAL Fall Fall2018 2019Soccer Soccer Registration Registration Come join the fun and be part of Merrick Soccer!

ON-LINE REGISTRATION ON-LINE REGISTRATION ENDS ENDS Sept.10th SEPT.15th visitvisit ourour website www.merrickpal.org website www.merrickpal.orgtotoregister register

PROGRAMS

PROGRAMSPEE WEE (ages 3 ½ - 4) PEE WEE (ages 3 ½ - 4)

- $70 per child - ball & t-shirt included

$75 per child - ball- & t-shirt included Saturdays 8:30am or 10am at FayeCe School Saturdays 8:30am or 10am at Fayette School

C LINIC (preschoolers age 4-5 and ﬁrst Fme Kindergarten PAL players) CLINIC (preschoolers age 4-5 and first time Kindergarten PAL players) $70 per child - ball & t-shirt included $75 per child - ball- & t-shirt included Saturdays 8:30am or 10am at FayeCe School Saturdays 8:30am or 10am at Fayette School h INTRAMURAL ( Boys: K through 6th grade) (Girls: K through 6 grade) INTRAMURAL (Boys: K through 6th grade) (Girls: K through 6th thgrade) $75 per child ($70-for each additional sibling) $70 per child ($65 for each addiFonal sibling) $55 uniform fee for new players - $55 uniform fee for new players All games at Fayette School – Boys play Saturday morning / - All games at FayeCe School – Boys play Saturdays / Girls play Girls play Sunday afternoon Sundays Uniform Sales - date and time to be announced - Uniforms will be on sale early April - date and Fme to be announced ENRICHMENT PROGRAM* (Boys & Girls: Kindergarten & 1st grades)

Seven FREE training sessions with our nationally licensed,

ENRICHMENT PROGRAM* ( Boys & Girls: Kindergarten & 1st grades) professional trainers

- Seven FREE training sessions with our naFonally licensed, FOR ALL KINDERGARTEN & 1ST GRADE INTRAMURAL PLAYERS ONLY professional trainers Contact Chris Shand with any questions chrisjan1@verizon.net ST Enrichment registration through a separate website as listed below GRADE INTRAMURAL PLAYERS - FOR ALL KINDERGARTEN & 1

ONLY DEVELOPMENTAL SOCCER* (Boys & Girls 2nd & 3rd grade) - Contact Chris Shand with any quesFons chrisjan1@verizon.net Special training program for ages 7 – 12 yrs old, a complement to our - Enrichment registraFon through a separate website as listed intramural program to take below the young soccer player to a higher level of the game Nationally licensed, professional trainers nd DEVELOPMENTAL SOCCER* ( Boys & Girls 2 & 3rd grade) Properly prepares kids for Merrick Travel Soccer which starts at age 9 &10 - Special training program for ages 7 – 12 yrs old, a complement to our intramural $175/player for 10 training sessions (1.5 hrs. each on Fridays) program to take the young soccer player to a higher level of the game Additional training available throughout Fall, Winter, and Spring Limited availability for U8 Boys and U9 Girls and Boys pre-travel teams - NaFonally licensed, professional trainers Contact Mike Barath with any questions 917-373-5166 - Properly prepares kids for Merrick Travel Soccer which starts at age 9 &10 Developmental registration through a separate website as listed below - $175/player for 10 training sessions (1.5 hrs. each on Fridays)

$300/player for 18 training sessions (1.5 hours each on Tuesdays and Fridays) - Limited for& U8Developmental Boys and U9 Girls andaBoys pre-travel teams. * Registration for availability Enrichment is via separate website – please visit - Contact Mike Barath with any quesFons 917-373-5166 http://limerricksc.siplay.com - Developmental registraFon through a separate website as listed below COACHES Merrick PAL is a volunteer program, made successful by the parents of this community. are looking volunteers& who can keep theisfun join–us and be part of *We Registration forfor Enrichment Developmental viaina sports. separateCome website please visit your child’s soccer experience. http://limerricksc.siplay.com

For More Information, visit www.merrickpal.org or COACHES

Merrick PAL is a volunteer program, made successful by the parents of this community. We are looking for contact Merrick PAL at 516-867-6279 volunteers of all levels. Come join us and be part of your child’s soccer experience.

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