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
Confidence Grows
Franklin Early Childhood Center
Mrs. Fenton's & Mrs. Eneman's Class
and Teacher Aides - Ms. Seaman, Ms. Campos & Mrs. Kirshenbaum
Raindrops aren’t really shaped like drops; they are perfectly round.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Alexander - Teacher
• Anastasia - Singer
• Andrew - Firefighter
• Ariella - Doctor
• Blas - Fireman
• Camila - Doctor
• Daniel - Boat Driver
• Elisheva - Doctor
• Emily - Mommy
• Emma - Teacher
• Jari - School Bus Driver
• John - Police Guy
• Liam - Paleontologist
• Matias - Fireman
• Nailah - Cheerleader
• Noah - Astronaut
• Raphaella - Summer Camp Teacher
• Zachary - Dad
Franklin Early Childhood Center
Mrs. Lacy's & Mrs. Behan's Class
and Teacher Aides - Mrs. DelPezzo & Mrs. Lopez
Cockroaches can survive underwater for up to 15 minutes. FunFact
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Anton - Police Officer
• Arleth - Teacher
• Aron - Dad
• Charlotte - Ballerina
• Christian - Chef
• Corinne - Doctor
• Fazmin - Veterinarian
• Grayson - Boat Driver
• Jordan - Businessman
• Leah - Teacher
• Lidor - Police Officer
• Lorenzo - Lifeguard
• Maristella - Doctor
• Minahil - Gymast
• Olivia - Teacher
• Ray - Mom
• Samuel - Solider
• Tom - Teacher
Franklin Early Childhood Center
Ms. Nicolich's Class
and Teacher Assistant - Mrs. Bocci
Most of today’s calculators are more powerful than the first computer.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Ace - Soccer Player
• Adrian - Painter
• Ari - Doctor
• Ariella - Doctor
• Charlotte - Teacher
• Damien - Artist
• Elora - Mom
• Emery - Ninja
• Jeremy - Artist
• Leana - Teacher
• Logan - Firefighter
• Lucas - Ninja
• Mackenzie - Ballerina
• Mason - Astronaut
• Michael - Policeman
• Nathan - Basketball Player
• Sayouna - Painter
• Zemal - Reader
• Zoie - Artist
Franklin Early Childhood Center
Ms. Patello's Class
and Kindergarten Aide- Mrs. Murphy
Some of the first soles on Nike shoes were made by pouring rubber into a waffle iron.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Abril - Dancer
• Adrian - Police Officer
• Ari - Firefighter
• Diego - Police officer
• Grayson - Police Officer
• Hannah - Teacher
• Isaias - Police officer
• Jencarlos - Construction worker
• Jeonelle - Police Officer
• Lia - Music teacher
• Mack - Army Soldier
• Marco - Doctor
• Odelyah - Teacher
• Remy - Doctor
• Scarlett - Teacher
• Shawn - Engineer
• Yusuf - Bus Driver
• Zoey - Firefighter
• Zoya - Doctor
Franklin Early Childhood Center
Mrs. Rice's Class
Popsicles were invented by an 11-year-old.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Ademide - Teacher
• Aidan - Teacher
• Alex - Police Officer
• Amitai - Daddy
• Daniel - Police Officer
• Max - Teacher • Skylar - Teacher
Franklin Early Childhood Center
Mrs. Rowan's, Mrs.
& Ms. Haug's Class
Winn's
and Teacher Assistants - Ms. Aedo, Ms. Hernandez, Ms. Cason & Ms. Long and Teacher Aides - Ms. Melisi & Mr. Socolow
Before toothpaste was invented some people cleaned their teeth with charcoal.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Kourtlynn - Mommy
• Benjamin - Gardener
• Konner - Firefighter
• Leah - Bus Driver
• Melchisedek - Doctor
Franklin Early Childhood Center
Ms. Walters' Class
and Teacher Aide - Ms. Marsicano
• Advik - Firefighter
• Aisha - Doctor
• Alex - Police Officer
• Deepak - Police Officer
• Dylan - Lawyer
• Isla - Doctor
• Jackson - Firefighter
• Kathleen - Veterinarian
• Miles - Police Officer
• Naely - Doctor
• Noa - Construction Worker
• Peace - Dentist
• Sage - Doctor
• Sarp - Police Officer
• Sawyer - Doctor
• Thea - Veterinarian
• Uriel - Police Officer
• Xavier - Firefighter
Franklin Early Childhood Center
Mrs. Ward's Class
and Teacher Aide - Mrs. Berkowitz
If you could live on the planet Mercury, a year would only last 88 days.
• Aaron - Doctor
• Aiden - Engineer
• Aviraj - Teacher
• Brianna - Teacher
• David - Biologist
• Emery - Police Officer
• Erik - Police Officer
• Gabriella - Scientist
• Hannah - Teacher
• Heer - Doctor
• Hunter - Engineer
• Isa - Mechanic
• Jawens - Police Officer
• Jayden - Police Officer
• Jesus - Police Officer
• Ruby - Ballerina
• Sasha - Police Officer
• Yonie - Doctor
Local School News
When Should My Child See
Why Timing Matters.
By age 7, children have a mix of baby and permanent teeth, allowing orthodontists to detect:
• Bite and jaw alignment issues • Crowding or spacing
• Crossbites or impacted teeth • Harmful oral habits
An early evaluation doesn’t always mean treatment is needed — it helps determine the best timing for care.
Early Treatment May Help:
• Guide jaw growth • Create space for permanent teeth
• Improve facial balance
• Prevent more complex treatment later Some children may benefit from Phase 1 treatment between ages 7–10, including expanders, partial braces, or space maintainers.
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the Experts Agree
At Mount Sinai South Nassau, patient safety isn’t just a priority—it’s a standard, one we work on every day. And the experts agree.
We’ve earned national recognition for patient safety, including an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group and the Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award.
That means better outcomes for our patients with lower risk of infections or hospital acquired conditions.
When it comes to your health, nothing matters more than knowing you’re in a place where patient safety matters most.
Learn more at mountsinai.org/southnassau