Our kids, our future
Welcome to the Class of 2037!
As these irresistible kids begin their school journey with hope and excitement, take a look at the next generation who will make their mark on our communities, the nation and the world.
This is a magical time to be cherished — and that’s what the K-Kids commemorative section is all about. Enjoy the faces and the enthusiasm of your children as they embark on their school years.
These are photos to look back on and reflect upon for years to come — and to share with your kindergarteners when they reach adulthood!
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Superintendents, Principals, Teachers, and Administrative staff whose dedication and support made it possible to highlight every child on these pages. K-Kids would not exist without your unwavering commitment and collaboration. With much excitement, the Herald celebrates this year’s Kindergarten class and introduces everyone to these delightful children. communities,
Maurice W Downing School
Mrs. Brown’s Class
and Teachers Aide - Mr. Morton
Your heart beats about 100,000 times every single day!
• Aria - Teacher
• Ashar - Police Officer
• Avyanna - Super Hero
• Bailey - Teacher
• Cormac - Police Officer
• Jaxon - Fireman
• Jefferson - Police Officer
• Jonathan - Construction Worker
• Kellani - Doctor
• Kristin - Teacher
• Mila - Ballerina
• Nathan - Police Officer
• Owen - Doctor
• Sincere - Doctor
• Zacari - Police Officer
• Zuza - Nurse
• Zyed - Fireman
Maurice W Downing School
Mrs. DeFranco’s Class
and Teachers Aide - Ms. Christian
Baby teeth start forming before you're even born!
• Ahad - Firefighter
• Alina - Ballerina
• August - Firefighter
• Daniella - Firefighter
• Decker - Astronaut
• Enzo - Firefighter
• Ethan - Pilot
• Felicity - Ballerina
• Frankie - Veterinarian
• Jovanni - Principal
• Kayla - Ballerina
• Kelanni - Police Officer
• Kenzo - Construction Worker
• Lauren - Doctor
• Lily - Firefighter
• Robert - Police Officer
• Zoe - Teacher
Maurice W Downing School
Mrs. Paolillo and Mrs. Janosel’s Class
• Amelia - Mom
• Arya - Artist
• Avery - Teacher
• Camila - Nurse
• Charlotte - Teacher
• Elias - Police Officer
• Jaxon - Astronaut
• Jaycob - Police Officer
• Mason - Pilot
• Ronan - Astronaut
• Sacha - Grown-up
• Sahaana - Mom
• Savannah - Dentist
• Sophia - Firefighter
• Teddy - Project Manager
• Theo - Teacher
• Valentina - Mermaid
• Victoria - Mermaid
Maurice W Downing School
Ms. Pellegrino’s Class
and Teacher Assistant - Ms. Benedetto • Elyse - Doctor
Maurice W Downing School
Mrs. Rosalia’s Class
and Teachers Aide - Mrs. Perjatel and Mrs. Singh
What do you want to be when you grow up? Your fingerprints are completely unique—no one else has yours!
• Abigail - Doctor
• Ava - Doctor
• Blane - Ninja
• Carmine - Movie Director
• Celia - Teacher
• Chayce - Teacher
• Hadassah - Teacher
• Hiro - Firefighter
• Knight - Super Hero
• Lorenzo - Teacher
• Lucas - Astronaut
• Maeve - Singer
• Meivan - Police Man
• Mila - Firefighter
• Natalia - Firefighter
• Ryan - Football Player
• Ryan - Police Woman
Maurice W Downing School
Mrs. Schain’s Class
and Teachers Aide - Mrs. Vasquez
• Aiden - Engineer
• August - Zookeeper
• Austin - Artist
• Dean - Still deciding
• Dion - Police Officer
• Francesco - Police Officer
• Jayden - Police Officer
• Kalani - Dentist
• Landyn - Ballerina
• Layan - Vet
• Layla - Police Officer
• Liam - Police Officer
• Lily - Vet
• Logan - Firefighter
• Mario - Firefighter
• Mychela - Nurse
Maurice W Downing School
Mrs. Susi’s Class
and Teachers Aide - Miss. Dziardziel
What do you want to be when you grow up? Fingernails grow faster than toenails— especially your pointer finger!
• Amanda - A Mommy
• Andrew - Police Officer
• Charlotte - Nurse
• Dash - Doctor
• Easton - Fireman
• Enzo - Police Officer
• Indigo - Gymnast
• Joslyn - Doctor
• Kinley - Ballet Dancer
• Leilani - Artist
• Lisa - Teacher’s Aide
• Luca - Police Officer
• Octavia - Firefighter
• Omari - Soldier
• Sammy - Police Officer
• Teddy - Football Player
• Zoe - Dance Director
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Mount Sinai South Nassau is Improving Health Care on the South Shore
The new Fennessy Family Emergency Department at Mount Sinai South Nassau doubles the size of our previous emergency department, o ering 54 private exam rooms with clear lines of sight for physicians, nurses, and support sta . Our new emergency department also o ers a separate triage area, dedicated areas for children and behavioral health patients, and has been designed to reduce wait times and improve patient outcomes.
The Fennessy Family Emergency Department is located within the new Feil Family Pavilion, opening later this year, which will have 40 new critical care suites and nine new operating rooms, designed to support the most complex surgeries on the South Shore.
To learn more visit www.mountsinai.org/feilpavilion
