Our kids, our future
We are proud to celebrate the next generation that will shape our neighborhoods, schools and communities for years to come. Take a look at these delightful young students who begin their school journey with excitement, curiosity and endless potential.
The kindergarten years are filled with important firsts — first classrooms, first friendships, first lessons and unforgettable memories. This special K-Kids commemorative section captures a moment in time that families will treasure in the years ahead as these children grow, learn and discover who they are — on their way to adulthood.
Within these pages, you’ll find smiling faces, joyful personalities and the enthusiasm that makes our community so special. We are sure parents, grandparents, teachers and loved ones will treasure this opportunity to recognize and celebrate these remarkable children as they begin an exciting new chapter.
We also extend our sincere appreciation to the superintendents, principals, teachers and school staff whose dedication, encouragement and support help every child thrive. Their commitment to education and to our community makes K-Kids possible.
The Herald is honored to celebrate this year’s kindergarten class and share in the excitement of this milestone with our readers. Congratulations to the Class of 2038 — your future is just beginning! with
Camp Ave Elementary School
Mrs. Fischetti's Class
with Paraprofessional ’s - Mrs. D'Andrea & Mrs. Asaro
FunFact
You were born with 300 bones, but grown-ups only have 206! Some of your bones slowly join together as you grow.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Antonia - Teacher
• Ava - Artist
• Brian - Mario
• Cristiano - Scientist
• Cruz - Police Officer
• Daisy - Vet
• Ezra - Computer Technician
• Gianna - Mom
• Graham Perry - Police Officer
• Jaxon - Police Officer
• Klara - Teacher
• Lila - Nurse
• Lincoln - Astronaut
• Mia - Mommy
• Oliver - Real Estate Agent
• Olivia - Artist
• Penelope - Astronaut
• RJ - Police Officer
• Rory - Baseball Player
• Thomas - Police Officer
• Tyler - Doctor
• Veera - Teacher
• Zoe - Police Officer
Camp Ave Elementary School
Mrs. Giordano's Class
with Special Education Teacher - Mrs. Bossert and Teacher Assistant - Mrs. Gertler and Paraprofessionals - Mrs. Cancellarich & Ms. Palma
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FunFact
Your heart is about the same size as your fist! Make a fist and look at it — that's how big your heart is right now!
What do you want to be when you
• Abigail - Vet
• Aiden - Paleontologist
• Bryson - Police Officer
• Callie - Doctor
• Cooper - Paleontologist
• Dylan - Professor
• Gracyn - Artist
• Greyson - Police Officer
• Logan - Artist
• Luciana - Baker
• Melanie - Artist
• Michael - Police Officer
• Natalie - Vet
• Nico - Racecar Driver
• Oliver - Dad
• Olivia - Singer
• Philip - Firefighter
• Reagan - Baker
• Reni - Police Officer
• Sonny - Astronaut
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• Teddi - Ballerina
• Tristan - Scientist
• Zayan - Firefighter
Camp
Mrs. Moore's Class
FunFact
• Your brain never stops working — even when you sleep! It keeps busy having dreams and helping your body rest.
What do you want to be when you grow up? and Paraprofessionals - Mrs. Moran & Mr. Charkowick
• Amy - Nurse
• Ashar - Engineer
• Aviraj - Paramedic
• Charlotte - Teacher & Mom
• Eliana - Teacher & Artist
• Fiona - Ice Cream Truck Driver
• Gianna - Police Officer
• Hazel - Hair Dresser
• Isaac - Astronaut
• Jared - Veteranarian
• Kiera - Teacher
• Luca - Author
• Marlon -
Construction Worker
• Mason - Boss
• Michael - Engineer
• Mila - Mommy
• Nathan - Paleontologist
• Philomena - Ice Cream Truck Driver
• Ryan - Teacher & Daddy
• Shannon - Doctor & Mom
• William - Racecar Driver
• Zachary - Police Officer
You work hard to build a future for your family. Make sure you also protect it.
Harold D Fayette Elementary School
Ms. Innelli's Class
and Classroom Aide - Ms. Piano & Ms. Tarpey
FunFact
• Your tongue is covered in tiny taste buds — about 10,000 of them! They help you tell if something is sweet, salty, or sour.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Angelica - Teacher
• Anthony - Veterinarian
• Birdie - Artist
• Carter - Teacher
• Charlie - Police Officer
• David - Police Officer
• Dylan - Police Officer
• Elena - Teacher
• Ellie - Artist
• Emma - Doctor
• Gianna - Mailman
• Giuliana - Nurse
• Ibrahim - Garbage Man
• Jackson - Hockey Player
• Johanna - Doctor
• Joseph - Firefighter
• Keithia - Teacher
• Nora - Kindergarten Teacher
• Peter - Police Officer
• Rizzy - Police Officer
• Roselyn - Dentist
Harold D Fayette Elementary School
Mrs. Sweeney's & Ms. Naletilic's Class
and Teacher Aides - Mrs. Raschen & Ms. Darnaud
Sneezes are super speedy! The air from a sneeze can travel as fast as 100 miles per hour — that's faster than a race car on the highway!
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Ava - Nurse
• Austyn - Chef
• Carmine - Police Officer
• Elias - Firefighter
• Eve - Gymnast
• Hunter - Scientist
• Johnny - Pokemon Expert
• Jonah - Police Officer
• Julianna - Gymnast
• Layla - Teacher
• Lucas - Spiderman
• Miles - Knight
• Nathan - Teacher
• Olivia - Teacher
• Presley - Babysitter
• Rhian - Actress
• Robert - Police Officer
• Roxanne - Teacher
• Summer - Teacher
• Thomas - Dad
• Wesley - Police Officer
Mrs. DiMicco's & Mrs. Dombrowsky's Classes
with Teacher Assistant - Ms. McGoldrick
You blink your eyes about 15–20 times every minute — and most of the time you don't even notice!
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Christian - Firefighter
• Noah - Police Officer
• Rocco - Doctor
• Sophia - Firefighter
Old Mill Road Elementary School
Mrs. Isseks’ Class
and Teacher Assistant - Ms. A
FunFact
Babies have a special soft spot on their head called a fontanelle. It slowly closes up as their skull grows stronger.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Aathana - Baker
• Aiden - Race Car Driver'
• Antonia - Firefighter
• Brody - Builder
• Carmine - Astronaut
• Charlotte - Mommy
• Emma - Nurse
• Luca - Baker
• Mackenzie - Ballerina
• Maren - Life Guard
• Mary - Teacher
• Pauly - Police Officer
• Ryan - Astronaut
• Sofia - A dentist
• Tyler - Dad
• Victoria - Nurse
• Wesley - Race Car Driver
• Zavian - Firefighter
Old Mill Road Elementary School
Mrs. Morash's Class
and Teacher Assistants - Mrs. Basile and Mrs. Gomez
FunFact
When you get a cut, tiny things in your blood called platelets rush over to help stop the bleeding — like little bandage helpers inside your body!
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Baker - Artist
• Camden - Dad
• Cruz - Author
• Dannika - Nurse
• Dominic - Zookeeper
• Emma - Doctor
• Gabriel - Security Guard
• Gianna - Veterinarian
• Harrison - Dad
• Jackson - Fireman
• Jordyn - Princess
• Liv - Teacher
• Logan - Mail Lady
• Luna - Veterinarian
• Michael - Monster Truck Driver
• Nathan - Soccer Player
• Nolan - Soccer Player
• Parker - Baseball & Basketball player
• Sofia - Teacher
• Valentina - Nurse for Dogs
Old Mill Road Elementary School
Mrs. Ziminski's Class
with Teacher’s Aides - Mrs.Cloth, Ms. Lacks and Classroom Aide - Mrs. Vincenzi
Your skin is your body's biggest organ! It works like a superhero suit, protecting everything inside you.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Adriel - Doctor
• Arianna M. - Police Officer
• Arianna P. - Doctor
• Bella - Chef
• Branden R. - Doctor
• Brandon A. - F1 Driver
• Daniel - Policeman
• Dimitri - Builder
• Djedi - Policeman
• Emily N. - Mommy
• Emily S - Builder
• Eva - Mom
• James - Policeman
• Jasper - Video Game Player
• Jayden - Fireman
• Julia - Nurse
• Logan - Marine Biologist
• Nate - Pilot
• Rocco - Pilot
• Sofia - Teacher
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