Three Village Central School District - News Feed http://www.threevillagecsd.org Copyright 2024 Syntax Communications St. Patrick’s Day Science Kindergarten students at W.S. Mount Elementary School were in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit during science lab. Students carefully poured vinegar onto a plate with “magic rocks.” Beginning with a burst of bubbles, the rocks seemed to melt away, leaving behind a shimmering surprise – tiny gold coins! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 3/18/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175454 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175454 Speaking with a Geologist Across the Globe Third graders in Ms. Babb’s class at Minnesauke Elementary School are making connections between what they’ve learned in the classroom and real-life experiences. Recently, students have been studying about the countries that make up Africa. Parent of a student in the class and geologist, Greg Henkes, visited the third graders to share his firsthand experience about working in Kenya throughout the year. Mr. Henkes explained to students how he studies rocks and how Africa came to be the continent it is today. He shared photos of his recent travels to Kenya and what his day looks like when he arrives at a site. After speaking with students, Mr. Henkes introduced his colleague who lives in Kenya via Zoom. Students asked questions about his work and the Kenyan culture. They were excited to speak with someone from across the globe. Date Added: 3/18/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175468 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175468 BOE Regular Meeting - March 20, 2024 Date Added: 3/18/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175442 Mon, 18 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175442 Three Village Summer Recreation Programs: Click for More Information Registration for the Three Village Summer Recreation Programs and Travel Camp will run from Friday, March 15th at 9:00 AM to Thursday, April 18th, 11:59 PM. Registration will take place on the parent portal. Infinite Campus Parent Portal Camp will run this year from July 8, 2024 through August 16, 2024 Half Day Program will be at Mount Elementary School from 8:45 am – 1:00 pm Full Day Program will be at Minnesauke Elementary School from 8:45 am – 4:00 pm Please review the informational slideshows for program particulars: Half Day & Full Day Summer Recreation Programs Travel Camp Date Added: 3/13/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175403 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 13:00:00 GMT false175403 Gelinas Students Inspired by Guest Speaker Three Village resident Ms. Erika Glus visited P.J. Gelinas Junior High School to share her remarkable story of escape and survival during World War II with Ms. Gobetz’s eighth grade English classes. Ms. Glus baked a loaf of bread to share with students. As bread meant so much to her family during years of scarcity, it became a symbol of love and a way to express gratitude while spreading a sense of community and connection. This visit was part of Ms. Gobetz’ Holocaust book club unit. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 3/15/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175424 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175424 Students Contribute to Seed Lending Library Students from the Murphy ecology club visited teen services librarian, Emily Ostrander, at the Emma S. Clark Memorial Library. Ms. Ostrander gave the students a tour of the historic building and highlighted all the services and programs available to teen patrons. During their visit, students contributed to the new Seed Lending Library by donating heirloom Long Island Cheese Pumpkin seeds that they had saved. The Seed Lending Library will debut on March 19 and is available for all Emma Clark patrons. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 3/14/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175373 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175373 Science Olympiad Team Places at Invitational Tournament The Ward Melville High School Science Olympiad team earned fifth place at Science Olympiad at the University of Pennsylvania (SOUP); the eighth annual invitational tournament hosted by the University of Pennsylvania. SOUP is one of the most competitive, college-sponsored Science Olympiad invitational tournaments, with 63 teams nationwide participating. Out of the 23 Science Olympiad events ranging from engineering to biology, Ward Melville placed in the top ten for 12 of them. The Ward Melville SciO team will be competing at the New York State Championship from Friday, March 15 to Saturday, March 16. We wish them well on this enormous endeavor! Date Added: 3/14/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175387 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175387 Top of the Class of 2024 Ward Melville High School is proud to announce the top of the Class of 2024. Congratulations to valedictorian Katherine Liang and co-salutatorians William McGovern and Michael Zhang. Valedictorian Katherine Liang is an exemplary student and a kindhearted individual who has demonstrated a commitment to her academics, community and peers. Katherine’s academic interests have been nurtured through her endeavors both inside and outside of the classroom, with a special focus on the STEM curriculum. Impressively, she was named a National Merit Semifinalist for her high achievement on the PSAT exam. Katherine currently serves as the vice president of the math club and has won many awards for her participation in model bridge building, programming and math competitions. Most recently, Katherine was named one of the top 300 scholars in the 2024 Regeneron Science Talent Search for her computer science project, “Differentially Private Deep Learning in Biomedical Research,” completed at Brookhaven National Laboratory. Katherine’s passion for academics and helping others continues outside of the classroom. She is the co-founder and co-president of the math club and physics club for Long Island Youth Development Inc., where she teaches young students and community members math and science. Co-salutatorian William McGovern is a hardworking individual and an active member of the Three Village community. He is an excellent student whose academic accomplishments have earned him membership in the National Honor Society. He has won various honors and awards, including being named an AP Scholar with Distinction and a National Merit Semifinalist. At Ward Melville High School, William is a member of the key club, computer science club and the varsity tennis team. In addition to these school-based organizations, William collaborated with a local nonprofit organization to create a club where he tutors high school students in math, science and for the SAT. Within the local community, William has dedicated countless hours to an organization called SVOSH Eyeglass Donation Project, a nonprofit organization with a focus on spreading vision around the world. William single-handedly worked to send over 3,300 pairs of eyeglasses to those in need. Co-salutatorian Michael Zhang is an exceptional student who is actively engaged in the Brookhaven National Laboratory High School Research Program. Through this program, Michael conducts rigorous bioinformatics research. As a junior, he ambitiously aimed to develop a machine learning model capable of automatically interpreting bar graphs and potentially revolutionizing literature analysis efficiency. Alongside his academic pursuits, Michael serves as secretary for the Quiz Bowl A team and qualified for prestigious national tournaments. Additionally, Michael is involved in the fine arts at Ward Melville High School. He is a dedicated violinist and a member of the chamber orchestra, an audition-only ensemble at the high school. Michael was selected to perform with the top musicians from across New York State in the chamber orchestra at the All-State conference. Michael dedicates time to contribute to organizations in the greater community. He is a founder and instructor of Long Island Youth Development Inc. where he shares his passion for chemistry with younger students. Michael’s proudest achievement is earning an honors designation in the United States Chemistry Olympiad, a testament to his dedication and hard work in mastering chemistry concepts. The district congratulates Katherine, William and Michael for achieving the top academic honors of the Class of 2024 and wishes them the best in their future endeavors! Date Added: 3/14/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175014 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175014 K9 Classroom Visit at Nassakeag Officer Neems with the Suffolk County Police Department visited fourth graders in Mrs. Murray’s class at Nassakeag Elementary School to introduce students to his police dog, Gunner. Officer Neems spoke about the role of working dogs in the police force. Specifically, Gunner is trained to help locate explosive devices. Students learned about the training Gunner went through and how long a dog works in the K9 department before they can “retire.” The interactive visit connected students to first responders and heroes in the Three Village community. Date Added: 3/13/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175336 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175336 Three Village Summer Recreation Programs: Click for More Information Registration for the Three Village Summer Recreation Programs and Travel Camp will run from Friday, March 15 at 9 a.m. to Thursday, April 18 at 11:59 p.m. Registration will take place on the parent portal. Camp will run this year from July 8, 2024, through August 16, 2024 Half Day Program will be at Mount Elementary School from 8:45 am – 1:00 pm Full Day Program will be at Minnesauke Elementary School from 8:45 am – 4:00 pm Date Added: 3/13/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175351 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175351 Sixth Graders Leave Their Mark at Setauket Sixth graders at Setauket Elementary School are leaving their mark on the building with a mural. Each year, the sixth grade class paints a hallway mural before moving up to junior high school. This year, sixth graders created a painting in the style of Mary Blair, an American artist who produced art and animation for the Walt Disney Company. Students created their own version of “It’s a Small World.” In addition to honoring Mary Blair’s work and style, the sixth graders created the mural during Women’s History Month. Date Added: 3/13/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175362 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175362 Summer Recreation Programs & Travel Camp Registration Now Open through Thursday, April 18th at 11:59 PM Registration for the Three Village Summer Recreation Programs and Travel Camp will run from Friday, March 15th at 9:00 AM to Thursday, April 18th, 11:59 PM. Registration will take place on the parent portal. Infinite Campus Parent Portal Camp will run this year from July 8, 2024 through August 16, 2024 Half Day Program will be at Mount Elementary School from 8:45 am – 1:00 pm Full Day Program will be at Minnesauke Elementary School from 8:45 am – 4:00 pm Please review the informational slideshows for program particulars: Half Day & Full Day Summer Recreation Programs Travel Camp Date Added: 3/13/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175334 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175334 Senior Trip Members of the Class of 2024 had a wonderful time visiting Disney World and Universal Studios in Florida during their senior trip! Date Added: 3/12/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175293 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175293 Read Across America Week at Minnesauke Minnesauke Elementary School celebrated Read Across America Week during the first week of March. To get students excited about reading, the building held a spirit week with themed-days including Crazy Hat Day and Wear a Shirt with Great Words Day. Additionally, Minnesauke held several schoolwide “Drop Everything and Read” events for students to stop what they were doing and pick up a book. The celebrations continued with a visit by author Gordan Korman. Korman presented to fourth, fifth and sixth graders, who were extremely excited to meet a well-known author whose books they love to read! Date Added: 3/12/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175297 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175297 Harvard Club of Long Island Distinguished Teacher Ward Melville High School teacher Dr. Marnie Kula received the Distinguished Teacher 2024 award from the Harvard Club of Long Island. Dr. Kula is the science department chairperson at Ward Melville High School, as well as the director of the InSTAR program. Current undergraduate students at Harvard University have the opportunity to nominate their former teachers for this prestigious award. Only ten teachers from all of Long Island are selected to receive it. The Board of Education honored Dr. Kula for her distinguished teacher designation at its March 6 meeting. Ward Melville High School Acting Principal Dr. Paul Gold described Dr. Kula as well-deserving of the award, attributing her commitment, knowledge, accountability and compassion. Date Added: 3/11/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175273 Mon, 11 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT false175273 BOE Honors Academic Bowls Club At its March 6 meeting, the Board of Education recognized members of the Academic Bowls Club at Ward Melville High School. The Board and administrators wished the team the best of luck as they compete in the national Science Bowl this April in Washington, D.C. This is the second year in a row the Ward Melville team will be representing the region at the national level. They qualified after a first place performance at the regional Science Bowl last month. Date Added: 3/8/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175217 Fri, 08 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMT false175217 Murphy Hosts Regional Science Olympiad R.C Murphy Junior High School hosted the Science Olympiad Eastern Long Island Regional Competition on March 3. More than 400 students from across Long Island gathered to compete in team-based and collaborative STEM challenges. Both P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Junior High Schools did exceptionally well at the tournament, earning medals in several events. Overall, Gelinas took first place and Murphy came in second. Both teams will head to the state tournament in April. Click here to view the Gelinas photo slideshow. Click here to view the Murphy photo slideshow. Date Added: 3/8/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175247 Fri, 08 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMT false175247 Students Learn Distracted Driving Dangers Ward Melville High School students got behind the wheel during their physical education classes for a distracted driving workshop. The Town of Brookhaven brought its interactive teen driver safety program to the school. Students drove small electric cars through an obstacle course in the gymnasium while simulating the impairment caused by drinking or texting. They first drove through the course without any distractions. Next, they were asked to take out their phones and send a text while driving. During the last round, students wore Fatal Vision goggles to simulate a blood alcohol content ranging from .06 to .30. They also wore the goggles during a simulated field sobriety test. Through this hands-on experience, students gained a better understanding of the dangers of getting behind the wheel while impaired or distracted. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 3/7/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175180 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMT false175180 High Achievers on AMC 8 Exam Several Three Village students placed exceptionally well on the AMC 8 Math Contest. The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple choice examination in middle school mathematics designed to promote the development of problem-solving skills. It gives students the opportunity to apply classroom skills to unique challenges. At Gelinas Junior High School, Valentina Trajkovic and Marvin Yin, a Nassakeag Elementary School student, tied for first place. Both students scored in the top 5% nationally. Ziya Yin placed third out of students who took the exam at Gelinas. At Murphy Junior High School, Michelle Lu took first place, Lewis Wu took second place and Brandon Xu was awarded third place. Congratulations to all! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 3/7/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175194 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMT false175194 Art and Technology Show Join us on March 16 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Stony Brook for the Three Village Student Art and Technology Exhibit. It will run from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Date Added: 3/7/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175182 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMT false175182 Treats for Troops At Minnesauke Elementary School, Mrs. Ullah's first graders worked with their 4th grade buddies in Mrs. Gorski's class on a service project for troops abroad. Students put together and shipped packages filled with toiletries, treats, and messages of gratitude and love! Date Added: 3/6/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175142 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMT false175142 Community Helpers Unit Brookhaven Town Supervisor Dan Panico visited Pre-K students at Nassakeag Elementary School to kick off their community helpers unit. Panico read the book, “Hello! Hometown Heroes” to Ms. MacDowell’s class, which introduced students to all the people in communities who help make lives safer, cleaner and better. Panico also discussed his role and how he works to help the Three Village community. Throughout the community helpers unit, Ms. MacDowell’s class will welcome several guest speakers including a doctor and police officer. Date Added: 3/5/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175116 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMT false175116 Teaching American Sign Language Students taking American Sign Language recently completed a storybook unit and shared what they learned with students at Arrowhead Elementary School. During their visit, the ASL class signed the book, “Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?” They also taught the elementary students how to fingerspell their own names. Date Added: 3/5/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175126 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMT false175126 Long Island Regional Student Forum Ward Melville High School students took part in the 2024 Long Island Regional Student Forum held at Western Suffolk BOCES on Feb. 29. Senior members of the Ward Melville student government Elizabeth Kiernan and Angelina Lawlor took part in student-facilitated discussions with peers from more than 40 Long Island school districts. They shared their experiences on important issues facing schools today including mental health, real-world learning, school environments, social media and balancing school and daily life. Elizabeth and Angelina did a phenomenal job representing the Three Village community and shared in honest discussions with a diverse group of students. At the end of the forum, students shared their insights with the group which will be passed along to administrators of the respective districts as well as New York State. It was an opportunity for student voices to be heard and the students involved ended with a new sense of pride for themselves and the connections they made. Date Added: 3/4/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175078 Mon, 04 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMT false175078 National Pancake Day Collaboration In honor of National Pancake Day on Feb. 28, Mrs. Beck and Mrs. Henkowicz’s fifth grade class at Minnesauke teamed up with Mrs. Varacchi’s fifth graders at Setauket to embark on a collaborative fiction writing journey about a personified pancake. Through engaging breakout sessions in Google Meet, students buddied up and displayed their talents and storytelling skills to craft a digital book using Book Creator. The project culminated in time for classroom staff in both rooms to whip up stacks of pancakes for students, as well as a few special guests from each building. Students enjoyed the spirit of collaboration, learning and culinary delight! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 3/1/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175043 Fri, 01 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMT false175043 Suffolk Zone Award Winners Congratulations to Suffolk Zone Award Winners Andrew Desimone and Emily McGinley. The Suffolk Zone of the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance recognizes two students from each of Suffolk County's high schools for their excellence in physical education and health. Not only do these award winners have to excel in these areas, but they must also achieve outstanding grades in all subjects, have exceptional character, leadership skills and act as a role model for other students. Andrew and Emily were nominated and supported by their physical education teachers Mr. Valenzano and Mr. Muscarella. Congratulations! Date Added: 3/1/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175049 Fri, 01 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMT false175049 BOE Meeting - March 6, 2024 Date Added: 3/1/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=175053 Fri, 01 Mar 2024 05:00:00 GMT false175053 Do You Want to Build a Snowman? Kindergarteners at W.S. Mount Elementary School embraced the winter season by building snowmen during science lab. Students used baking soda and conditioner to explore the properties of matter during the hands-on activity. They learned about solids and liquids while creating their “snowy” friends. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/27/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174926 Tue, 27 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174926 Students Selected for Art Exhibitions Several Three Village Central School District students were selected to have their art displayed in upcoming local exhibitions. Ward Melville High School students Sara Bally, Maria Gavrilov and Sarina Policastro were chosen for the Atelier art show. Sara created a painting using conte crayons and coffee grinds to achieve value, line and form. Maria had a digital art piece selected for the exhibit whereas Sarina’s painting was chosen to be displayed. The Atelier Show runs from Feb. 29 to March 29 with a closing reception on March 23 from 12 to 2 p.m. At the elementary level, two Minnesauke Elementary School students were selected to display their work in the 25th annual Colors of Long Island Student Art Exhibition. Congratulation to fifth graders Harper Airola and Avery Peirce. The exhibit is at the Long Island Museum in Stony Brook and runs through April 7. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/26/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174904 Mon, 26 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174904 Erosion Lab at Mount Second graders at W.S. Mount Elementary School made hypotheses and investigated the causes of canyons during a hands-on science lab. Students created model landforms using cornmeal. They dripped water over this land to observe how water can change its shape and to understand how, over long periods of time, canyons can be formed through a similar process. Date Added: 2/23/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174874 Fri, 23 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174874 Stepping on Stage for ‘Frozen’ W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth and sixth graders stepped on stage to perform the familiar story of “Frozen.” The audience was taken to the land of Arendelle where they followed the journey of Elsa and Anna, while meeting friends like Olaf along the way. Students performed many of the songs from the animated film. Their skills impressed the audience over the course of several live performances. Bravo! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/21/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174842 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174842 P.S. I Love You Day at WMHS Ward Melville High School celebrated P.S. I Love You Day on Feb. 9. Please see the photos and video linked below for a recap of the day! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/20/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174797 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174797 Junior High Schools Place in Science Olympiad Invitational Teams from both Gelinas and Murphy junior high schools competed and placed at the Science Olympiad at Cornell invitational. Overall, the team from Gelinas came in fourth place and Murphy took fifth place. Students competed in several events in all disciplines of science. Science Olympiad at Cornell is an organization at the university where undergraduate students dedicate time to improve and expand the experience of middle and high school students in Science Olympiad, while also organizing an annual invitational. Date Added: 2/20/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174813 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174813 Fifth Graders Turn Environmental Engineers Fifth graders at Arrowhead Elementary School turned environmental engineers during a recent science lab with Ms. Lukralle. Students learned about how people can protect earth’s systems and were tasked with building their own water filters. Students were given several materials to design a filter including a sponge, cotton balls, gravel, rocks, sand and a coffee filter. They examined the materials and noted the properties of each before drawing a diagram of what their filter would look like. Next, they constructed their filters inside of a plastic water bottle. The fifth graders put their filters to the test by mixing soil and water together, then pouring them over their filtration systems. For many students, cleaner water dripped into a cup underneath, showing the effectiveness of their filters. The classes made observations and held discussions about what aspects of the designs were successful and what were not. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/16/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174758 Fri, 16 Feb 2024 07:00:00 GMT false174758 Pre-K Valentine’s Day at Mount Pre-K students at W.S. Mount Elementary School celebrated Valentine’s Day by inviting their loved ones to a celebration. Students performed short songs, decorated cookies and exchanged Valentine’s Day cards with one another to celebrate. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/16/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174760 Fri, 16 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174760 Setauket Sound Lab Setauket Elementary School held its annual sound lab for first graders, with the assistance of sixth grade students. Science teacher Janet Morseman and sixth grade teacher Rich Guez organized the lab to teach students about sound, vibrations and sound waves. There were 13 hands-on stations set up for first graders to experience and learn more about sound. They were guided through each station with a sixth grade buddy to help model the lab. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/16/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174752 Fri, 16 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174752 100th Day of School Students across the district celebrated a milestone on Feb. 14… the 100th Day of School! They were excited to mark their progress from September, while looking forward to the many events and activities taking place in the second half of the year. Photographed here are W.S. Mount Elementary School students who made 100 Day of School crowns and projects with 100 of the same item on them. Date Added: 2/15/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174694 Thu, 15 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174694 Donating ‘Little Bits of Love’ Mrs. Frole’s third grade class at Minnesauke Elementary School participated in a service-learning project for Valentine’s Day. Students collected “Little Bits of Love,” or small items including ChapStick, nail polish, notebooks, candies and socks to create goodie bags for residents of local nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Students wrote heart shaped notes to pair with the donations with messages such as, “You are loved,” “Today is a good day to smile,” and “You are important.” The facilities handed out the goodie bags on Valentine’s Day to spread love and bring smiles to the residents. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/14/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174683 Wed, 14 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174683 BOE Special Meeting February 16, 2024 Date Added: 2/14/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174681 Wed, 14 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174681 Students Explore Career Options at Annual Fair Ward Melville High School and the Three Village Industry Advisory Board hosted its sixth annual career fair on Feb. 8, inviting more than 80 local businesses to connect with Three Village students. Students in grades 7 to 12 were invited to attend to explore several industries and discover their own career path options. Ahead of the fair, students were encouraged to take an interest profiler quiz in order to have a more personalized experience. This made for an easier way to navigate the career fair, as students could easily learn about the professions that were a suitable match for them and their profile results. Students networked with professionals and learned about industries ranging from education, to healthcare, to government and hospitality. Several booths had interactive activities for students to gain a better understanding of their operations. For example, Gabrielli Truck Sales had a tire-changing station for students to try. Additionally, Sunrise Technology, Inc. offered a machine learning station for students to test drive. The career fair shows students the many opportunities available to them after graduation. Throughout the school year, the Three Village Industry Advisory Board works to provide students with networking opportunities, internships and work experience in the community. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/13/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174614 Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174614 P.S. I Love You Day in Three Village Students and staff turned the Three Village Central School District purple on Feb. 9 to celebrate P.S. I Love You Day. The annual event encourages communities to foster an environment where everyone feels welcome, loved and supported. It also seeks to end the stigma surrounding mental health. This year’s theme was “Love is Meant to be Given.” Buildings across the district were decorated and students wore purple as a visual display of support for P.S. I Love You Day. This year, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School and Murphy Junior High School coordinated their efforts to celebrate. Art teachers Ms. Cappiello and Ms. Maritato at Gelinas worked with their students to create a backdrop inspired by the P.S. I Love You Day theme. Students were excited to take photos in front of it. Several elementary schools held spirit weeks to kick off the festivities and students participated in kindness activities throughout the week. At W.S. Mount Elementary School, the student government wrote kind messages on a valentine to be displayed in the building. Staff greeted students on P.S. I Love You Day with more positive messages on the sidewalks outside. Students were encouraged to spread the messaging of P.S. I Love You Day throughout the entire year. Click here to view the photo slideshow. View a video recap of the celebrations at Gelinas and Murphy Junior High Schools here. Date Added: 2/13/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174615 Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174615 Celebrating Lunar New Year The Three Village Central School District celebrated the Year of the Dragon ahead of Lunar New Year on Feb. 10. Students and staff learned about Lunar New Year’s many traditions and the cultures that celebrate. At W.S. Mount Elementary School, Ms. McNally’s Pre-K classes paraded through the hallways while holding a large dragon and several instruments. Students lined the halls as spectators and chanted, “Gung Hay Fat Choy, alongside the Pre-K students, which translates to wishes of happiness and prosperity. Similarly, at Nassakeag Elementary School, Mr. Prinzo’s sixth grade class held a parade with a dragon being carried through the halls. The dragon symbolizes good luck, strength and health. Additionally, Ms. Toner’s fourth grade class held a celebration where parent volunteers set up five stations to showcase various aspects of Asian cultures. Students participated in hands-on learning and cultural enrichment through the Lunar New Year activities. The celebrations continued at Minnesauke Elementary School, where students created paper dragons, held a parade and participated in a dragon scavenger hunt upon arrival on Feb. 9. Click here to view the Minnesauke photo slideshow. Click here to view the Mount photo slideshow. Click here to view the Nassakeag photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/13/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174630 Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174630 ‘How to Eat Like a Child’ Fifth and sixth graders at Setauket Elementary School stepped on stage for this year’s musical, “How to Eat Like a Child.” Student-actors put on three performances in front of audiences made up of their peers, friends and families. The comedic show touched on the daily joys and problems that children face, drawing smiles and laughter from the crowd. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/13/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174644 Tue, 13 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174644 BOE Honors Student Achievements Several students were recognized by the Three Village Central School District Board of Education at its Feb. 7 meeting. Administration and the board first recognized the Ward Melville High School Moot Court Team for being named the Suffolk County champions in the Federal Bar Association’s Mentor Moot Court competition. Throughout the competition, students successfully argued cases regarding constitutional issues. Next, the district’s Lt. Michael Murphy Naval Sea Cadets were honored for recent accomplishments within the program. The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps is a leadership development program that exposes students, aged 10 through high school, to new challenges while learning teamwork skills, honor, respect and courage. Cadets train aboard U.S. Navy ships and wear Navy uniforms, introducing them to military life with no obligation to join the armed forces. Date Added: 2/9/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174558 Fri, 09 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174558 Wellness Committee Newsletter Date Added: 2/8/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174494 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174494 Spreading Love in Three Village Students in Three Village are spreading the love ahead of Valentine’s Day. Several classes and school clubs created valentines to send to local nonprofits and organizations. At Minnesauke Elementary School, students in Mrs. Babb’s third grade class worked with their buddies in Mrs. Sheridan’s kindergartners to create tissue paper flowers. The flowers were created as the building participated in The Great Kindness Challenge. They will be delivered alongside meals during the week of Valentine’s Day. At P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, seventh and eighth graders in the Community Connections Club spread love and joy by creating Valentine’s Day cards to be donated to the Ronald McDonald Family Room at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. Date Added: 2/8/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174497 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174497 District Calendar Summary 2024-2025 Date Added: 2/8/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174512 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174512 Musician Visits Pre-K Classes New York-based musician Johnny Cuomo recently visited Pre-K classes across the district. Cuomo travels around the globe and uses his musical talents to share stories and folktales. The district’s youngest students were excited to get on their feet and move to the music during this authentic learning experience! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/8/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174515 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174515 Fundraising for Esophageal Atresia Nonprofit Arrowhead Elementary School fifth grader Kassidy Dickenson recently organized a fundraiser to raise awareness for esophageal atresia, a condition in which a baby’s esophagus is not developed properly. Dickenson collected more than $300 from the Arrowhead school community, which was donated to the EA/TEF Family Support Connection. The nonprofit organization is dedicated to providing educational resources and emotional, practical support to aid in the daily care of children affected by esophageal atresia. Date Added: 2/7/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174453 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174453 WMHS Science Olympiad Team Advances to States The Ward Melville High School Science Olympiad team has advanced to the state tournament after its outstanding achievement at the Eastern Long Island Regional Tournament. Ward Melville High School ranked first, earning the team a ticket to compete against schools from across New York. The Eastern Long Island Regional is the largest regional tournament in the nation, boasting 60 teams from across Suffolk County. Out of the 22 Science Olympiad events ranging from engineering to biology, the team earned first in 14 events. In addition to the team’s win, Ward Melville High School coaches Jenny Serigano and Mark Suesser were awarded the Outstanding Service Award at the Eastern Long Island Regional Tournament. The award was given in recognition of not only the coaches’ dedication to their own team, but their instrumental roles in helping run the regional tournament. Both coaches have taken on the role of lead supervisors for events, contributing supplies and providing invaluable guidance to all students in the region. For their team members, the two coaches have gone above and beyond to create a welcoming environment. Ms. Serigano and Mr. Suesser’s guidance and technical knowledge have been the backbone of the team’s success, including qualifying consecutively for the national tournament in the last two years. The state tournament will take place at Le Moyne College from March 15–16. The district wishes the Ward Melville team the best of luck. Date Added: 2/7/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174474 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174474 Nassakeag Supports Mission Toothbrush The Nassakeag Elementary School student council collected toothbrushes, floss and toothpaste to support Mission Toothbrush, a nonprofit dedicated to providing hygiene supplies to individuals in need on Long Island. The items that Nassakeag students collected will be donated to St. Gerard Majella in Port Jefferson. Date Added: 2/7/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174487 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174487 Gelinas Places in MoMathlon P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students recently placed fourth in the 2023-2024 Suffolk County MoMathlon. The team, made up of eighth graders Victoria Chen, Bella Li, Valentina Trajkovic, Terrence Wang, Tony Xu and coached by Mr. Stanley Hanscom and Mr. Luke Mischo, competed alongside several other districts on Long Island in an individual round, group round and mix-up round of challenging mathematics questions. The MoMathlon takes place during one school day and gives students the opportunity to compete in a unique tournament. Not only do students grow their mathematical skills through engaging challenges, they also make new friends from other schools and socialize with their peers. Date Added: 1/5/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173736 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173736 Cell Analogy Posters To demonstrate understanding of organelles and cell structures, students at W.S. Mount Elementary School created insightful cell analogy posters. The analogies brought cellular concepts to life, as students were able to compare organelles to familiar structures with similar functions. For example, some posters compared the nucleus to city hall and ribosomes to factories in a city. Date Added: 2/6/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174436 Tue, 06 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174436 Spring Continuing Education Brochure Date Added: 2/5/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174383 Mon, 05 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174383 Talking Teeth at Nassakeag Students from Stony Brook University’s School of Dental Medicine visited Nassakeag Elementary School to talk all about teeth. The soon-to-be dentists and hygienists discussed why teeth are so important and the best ways to take care of them. After learning about best brushing habits, Nassakeag students practiced brushing on stuffed animals and played a game where they learned about foods that are good and bad for dental hygiene. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/5/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174391 Mon, 05 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174391 Chain Link Kindness Challenge Setauket Elementary School celebrated The Great Kindness Challenge the week of Jan. 22, which is a proactive and positive bullying prevention initiative that improves school climate and increases student engagement. The Great Kindness Challenge is one week devoted to performing as many acts of kindness as possible at school. Students participated in a chain link grade level challenge where they were encouraged to perform acts of kindness and acknowledge when others do. When either a student or a teacher witnessed a student performing an act of kindness, they were awarded with a chain link. These links were given out to the students who go above and beyond to make a significant difference. On Jan. 29, all chain links were connected by grade level and were measured by the building’s physical education staff. The entire building came together in the hallways for this challenge which led to an exciting afternoon. In the end, fifth grade came in first place for the longest kindness chain! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/5/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174425 Mon, 05 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174425 Three Village Students Participate in LISFA Students from across Three Village were selected to participate in the Long Island String Festival Association Orchestra this past weekend. Each student auditioned for a spot and were selected based on their NYSSMA scores. Several students were then selected to lead their sections at their performances. The student-musicians did a fantastic job representing Three Village! Congratulations to the following: Arrowhead Emmeline Boardman, Patrick Gavin, Zerrin Khan, Sofia Lietor-Cheng, Olivia Lin, Srisharan Shankaranarayanan, Eliza Strom and Vivian Wei. Minnesauke Isabella Cai, Oliver Coffin, Ava Cunningham, Sabrina Liu, Aola Luo and Madelyn Schaentzler. Mount Harry Dong, Linda Kafrissen, Daidam Kim, Michelle Lam, Johnny Mass, Adison Schaentzler, Hannah Schnell, Hannah Stern and Renata Trujillo Aguirre. Nassakeag Aurora Xu, Eric Huang, Wendi Li, Kaylee Ren, Ethan DeVerna, Ryan Huang, Ella Churaman, Elbert Wei, Kaya Fujita and Lydia Xu. Setauket Ryan Hom, Talan Ramirez and Emma Sclafani. Gelinas Annelise Burgueno, Austin Chen, Victoria Chen, Daniel Chen, Aiden Choudhary, Jonathan Haase, Annie Huang, Evelyn Jin, Joon-Gi Kim, Connor Le, Brendan Miller, Thomas O'Brien, Anthony Paulson, Tsz Tung Qiu, Eleanor Twiss, Alyssa Wang, Luna Wang and Jinxu Zhu. Murphy Robert Chen, Golden Chen, Alan Fagan, Bonnie Fagan, Athie Kim, Jason (Jiseok) Oh, Mia Rofrano, Molly Singer, Olivia Strom, Lawrence Sun, Lewis Wu and Amber Yu. Ward Melville Nicholas Dokadze, Kyle Frazier, Bora Karaosmanoglu, Ava Karnbach and Natalie Scolaro. Date Added: 2/2/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174377 Fri, 02 Feb 2024 07:00:00 GMT false174377 STEM Boost Invitational Three Village Science Olympiad competed in the STEM Boost Invitational on Jan. 20. Both the Gelinas and Murphy teams came together to compete in the day-long competition where students participated in 23 science and technology-based events. STEM Boost is a nonprofit organization that educates students in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math through hands-on workshops. Date Added: 2/2/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174367 Fri, 02 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174367 ‘Snow’ Much Fun at Setauket Ms. Stimmel’s Pre-K enrichment class at Setauket Elementary School enjoyed learning about the properties of snow and ice. Students went outside to catch snowflakes, looked at them through a magnifying class, painted snow with watercolors, completed experiments with snow and ice and ended the week in the science lab building a snowman with baking soda and hair conditioner. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/2/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174376 Fri, 02 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174376 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING: February 7, 2024 Date Added: 2/2/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174363 Fri, 02 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174363 Let’s Celebrate Carnevale/Carnaval: February, 8th 4:30-5:30 Date Added: 2/1/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174318 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174318 STEM Snowflakes First graders at Minnesauke Elementary School used their STEM skills to create snowflakes during science lab. Students were given toothpicks and mini marshmallows to build 3D snowflake designs. They constructed different shapes and angles, resulting in unique and intricate snowflakes. Date Added: 2/1/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174327 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174327 A Field Trip Back in Time Fourth graders at W.S. Mount Elementary School learned about colonial times during an interactive visit to The Smithtown Historical Society’s Franklin Arthur Farmhouse. Students crafted handmade toys, participated in wool carding and weaving activities, and learned about growing flax. The trip helped students make connections to the content they’ve been learning about in the classroom. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/1/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174340 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174340 Gelinas Spelling Bee After an intense competition of 22 rounds, Carlotta Conesa emerged victorious as the winner of this year’s P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Spelling Bee. Carlotta will take an online test to see if she qualifies for the Regional Scripps Spelling Bee taking place in March! Date Added: 1/31/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174295 Wed, 31 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174295 TVTA Charity Sports Night This year’s TVTA Charity Sports Night will take place on Friday, March 15 at the Stony Brook University Island Federal Credit Union Arena. Please see the attached PDF for additional details and ticket information. Date Added: 1/29/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174153 Mon, 29 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174153 Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Minnesauke Elementary School students in the school’s justice club organized a public display to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. ahead of Black History Month. Fifth and sixth graders designed and created banners with influential quotes from Dr. King. The project turned into a schoolwide initiative as each of the banners has handprints on it from students of each grade level. The banners will be hung in the halls of Minnesauke as a reminder to all students to uphold the standards and philosophies of Dr. King. Date Added: 1/25/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174173 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174173 Restore Foundation Aid to Our Schools Click here to view the Restore Foundation Aid to Our Schoolspage. Date Added: 1/25/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174174 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174174 6th Annual 3V Career Fair on Thurs., February 8, 2024 at 6:30PM Date Added: 1/25/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173943 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173943 Food Truck Competition Treats Earlier this year, students in Ms. Pomponio’s eighth grade family and consumer science classes at Gelinas Junior High School created and designed their own food truck business. They built all aspects of the business including the menu. The food trucks were put on display in the Gelinas library, and students and staff were encouraged to stop by and vote for their favorite. Last week, the winners of the competition shared their recipe for boba tea with their classmates! Date Added: 1/24/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174162 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174162 Stepping into the Studio for Sonnet Recordings Ward Melville High School students collaborated for a joint English and music recording project. Ms. Shaw’s tenth grade honors students teamed up with Mr. Kunkel’s recording class to produce professional-grade recordings of sonnets the English students wrote. After studying “Macbeth,” Ms. Shaw’s class wrote their sonnets in groups of three. Once the sonnets were finalized, the 10th graders stepped into the Ward Melville High School recording studio where their peers led them through the entire recording process – from speaking verses into the microphone, to post-production. Additionally, the classes collaborated on finding instrumental music that will be edited into the background of the sonnet recordings to fit the mood. The interdisciplinary project was student-driven and gave students the opportunity to be creative while collaborating with one another. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/24/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174146 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174146 Ocean Current Science Lab Fifth graders at Nassakeag Elementary School learned about how ocean currents are formed through a hands-on science experiment. Students set up their own mini oceans using water, ice cubes and other items such as shells to simulate land. The fifth graders explored what would happen when they melted a blue ice cube in warm water, then observed what would happen when warm, red water was added to blue, ice water. Finally, they created their own surface currents with “wind,” or by blowing air over the water. Students ultimately discovered that wind and temperature make ocean currents, and that cold water sinks while warm water rises. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/23/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174134 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174134 Town of Brookhaven Community Service Opportunities Please visit the link below to visit the Town of Brookhaven Council District 1 Community Service Platform. This database provides residents with several community service opportunities:https://www.brookhavenny.gov/DocumentCenter/View/34640 Date Added: 1/22/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174079 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174079 Learning Circuits and Electronics Computer design students in Mr. Kostis’ ninth grade class at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School have been learning about electronics. They are using their knowledge to create a circuit that uses a light dependent resistor (LDR) or photo resistor. The LDR measures the presence or absence of light and turns the circuit on and off on its own depending on if the room is light or dark. The circuits students are building will be combined with woodworking and engraving, using the departments new laser engraver. Combining all the different machines and materials has been a great experience for students. Date Added: 1/22/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174083 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174083 The Great Kindness Challenge The Great Kindness Challenge is taking place across the Three Village Central School District, encouraging students to create a culture of kindness and positivity. Schools held kickoff assemblies to educate students about the challenge and how they can participate throughout the week, beginning on Jan. 22. Several buildings are holding kindness spirit weeks and challenging students to fill up a checklist of kind tasks. At Arrowhead Elementary School, students have the opportunity to take part in kind stations in the cafeteria. They can write a kind note or create a heart for a friend. Additionally, the building has a kindness mitten tree where students can take a mitten and carry out the act of kindness written on it. Meanwhile, Minnesauke Elementary School is participating in Kind Coins for Kenyan Kids, a Great Kindness Challenge service project where grade levels will collect change throughout the week. The money will help provide education to students in Kenya. Students will also visualize how kindness grows at Minnesauke with a “linked by love” campaign. Students and staff will contribute to a paper chain filled with kindness notes to hang in the building. While the Great Kindness Challenge takes place during the course of one week, students are encouraged to spread kindness throughout the entire year. Click here to view the Arrowhead photo slideshow. Click here to view the Minnesauke photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/22/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174098 Mon, 22 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174098 Three Village Funding Statement At a time when expenditures continue to rise beyond the district’s control and federal COVID funds are set to expire, any loss of school funding poses significant challenges for our district and will have far-reaching implications for students, staff and our entire education system. Adequate funding is crucial for providing quality education, maintaining school facilities, supporting teachers and ensuring a well-rounded learning experience for students. The almost 18%, or nearly $9 million, reduction in state aid proposed by Governor Hochul could mean catastrophic, long-lasting results for our school system. When schools face funding cuts, it often leads to a reduction in resources, extracurricular programs and support services, as well as the potential for building closures. The varying changes in state funding allocations can also disproportionately impact schools, exacerbating educational inequalities. Steep reductions such as the one proposed will not only require reductions to staffing, but also increased workloads, larger class sizes and the elimination of essential educational opportunities — all pillars of strength that our district has prided itself on providing. Advocacy for increased and equitable school funding, such as what is being done today, is essential to addressing these issues. It involves raising awareness about the importance of investing in education, engaging with policymakers and working collaboratively to find sustainable solutions. The goal is to ensure that every student, regardless of their background or which school district they reside in, has access to a high-quality education that prepares them for future success. It is essential that the governor reconsider her plan to end the “hold harmless” provision, under which schools are provided levels of state funding commensurate with the previous year’s allotment. This is a crucial matter that requires concerted efforts to advocate for increased and equitable funding to support the needs of students and maintain the integrity of the education system. Find contact information for your local representatives at http://contact.3villagecsd.org Date Added: 1/19/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174054 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 22:00:00 GMT false174054 Polar Bear Paws Science Activity Kindergarten students at Arrowhead Elementary School got a feel for arctic weather during science lab with Ms. Lukralle. Students have been learning about arctic animals in class, including polar bears. Once they stepped into the science lab, they read a story about polar bears and learned about their habitats and daily life. They went on to make a polar bear craft after the read aloud. As students worked on creating their own polar bears, they took turns feeling the cold, North Pole water with Ms. Lukralle. Students first dipped their hands into a bowl of ice water, simulating the temperatures polar bears swim in. Next, they put on their “polar bear paws” – gloves filled with cotton balls and Crisco shortening to imitate fur and blubber. Once students put their “paws” into the water, they understood how arctic animals are able to stay warm. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/19/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174045 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 06:00:00 GMT false174045 MLK Portrait Project Three Village Academy students participated in the 2024 MLK Portrait Project through East End Arts, working together to create a portrait of Daisy Gatson Bates. The MLK Portrait Project tasks student-artists with creating 16 panels that come together to create a mosaic portrait of a civil rights leader. Academy students were eager to work on the project together in art class and demonstrate unity through artistic collaboration. Date Added: 1/19/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174022 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174022 BOE Meeting Notice January 24, 2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174028 Fri, 19 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174028 Murphy JHS Spelling Bee Seventh and eighth graders at R.C. Murphy Junior High School battled it out at the school spelling bee. Spellers competed in 18 exhilarating rounds with the winning word being “dogmatism.” Congratulations to champion Isabella Horn, second place winner Ezra Adams and third place winner Brianna Kim. A special thank you to the Murphy PTO for sponsoring this event. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/18/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174001 Thu, 18 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174001 Year of the Dragon Artwork Olive Tseng from W.S. Mount Elementary School, and Zitong Yin and Ruisila Lin from Setauket Elementary School, had their artwork chosen to be displayed at Brookhaven Town Hall in celebration of Lunar New Year. The Asian American Association of Great Stony Brook selected the artwork to be exhibited. It will be on display on the second floor of town hall until Jan. 28. Date Added: 1/17/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173968 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173968 Kettle Hole Experiment Students in Mr. Schuchman’s classes at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School modeled the formation of kettle holes while studying glaciers and their impact on earth’s surface. Kettle holes are glacial features which form when a large block of ice breaks off the main glacier, is subsequently buried in sediment and later melts, then leaves behind a depression. If they fill with water, these depressions are known as kettle lakes. There are numerous kettle holes and lakes around Long Island due to its extensive glacial history including Lake Ronkonkoma, Artists Lake, Lake Panamoka and Lake Success. Students developed their model by burying large pieces of ice in sand, or sediment. After a day, the ice melted, and a depression was created. Students initially packed the sand too firmly, which resulted in a kettle cave. They retried the experiment the next day and had better success. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/16/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173953 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173953 Mount Spelling Bee Congratulations to the winner of the 2024 Spelling Bee at W.S. Mount Elementary School, Michelle Lam! Fourth through sixth graders took the stage for the annual contest. They progressed through a total of 23 single-elimination rounds, with words becoming more and more challenging to spell. Michelle’s championship word was “centrifuge.” Congratulations to all who participated! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/11/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173857 Thu, 11 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173857 Academic Bowls Club Heads to Nationals The Ward Melville High School Academic Bowls Club will be heading to Washington, D.C. for the national Science Bowl this April for the second year in a row. The team, made up of captain Michael Melikyan, Anna Xing, Sean Skinner, Rithik Sogal and Harry Gao, qualified after a successful performance at the regional Science Bowl at Brookhaven National Laboratory on Feb. 2. The Ward Melville High School team had an undefeated string of victories against 30 of the brightest teams from Long Island and New York City at the regional competition. The team consistently scored victories doubling the scores of their closest opponents. As the team heads to the nation’s capital this spring for the all-expense paid trip, students’ knowledge will be tested in all areas of science and mathematics. The district congratulates Ward Melville High School and wishes the team the best of luck as it advances to the national tournament. Date Added: 2/6/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=174437 Wed, 10 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false174437 Peppermint Tower STEM Challenge Mrs. Comiskey and Ms. Lange’s science classes at Nassakeag Elementary School completed a STEM challenge to build the tallest peppermint tower possible. Students followed the scientific method through hypothesizing and experimentation. They generated, graphed and analyzed data as they engineered their towers before they toppled over. The activity aligned with the building’s Candy Cane Day before the holiday break. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/9/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173798 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173798 Board of Education Meeting Notice - January 10, 2024 Date Added: 1/5/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173721 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173721 Spreading Holiday Cheer On the behalf of the eighth grade English classes at R.C. Murphy Junior High School, Mr. Cereola and Ms. Metrio delivered holiday letters to residents at the Long Island State Veterans Home. They were accompanied by the Tri-M Music Honor Society who performed lovely, festive music during the visit. Date Added: 1/4/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173680 Thu, 04 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173680 ‘Whoville’ STEM Challenge Ms. Comiskey and Ms. Lange’s science classes at Nassakeag Elementary School explored KEVA planks during a holiday activity ahead of December break. Students learned how to construct buildings using the wooden boards, then completed a STEM challenge to create “Whoville” with the KEVA planks. The activity aligned with the building’s “Grinch Day” celebrations. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/4/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173701 Thu, 04 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173701 Martin Luther King Jr. Art Exhibition Several students in the National Junior Art Honor Society at R.C. Murphy Junior High and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School created artwork for the New York State Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Student Art and Essay Exhibition. The annual exhibition honors Dr. King’s memory and allows students to reflect on ways to celebrate his legacy in their own lives. The original student art in the exhibition is based on Dr. King’s six principles of nonviolence. The full exhibition will be on display until Feb. 29 at the following link: https://empirestateplaza.ny.gov/nys-dr-martin-luther-king-jr-student-art-essay-exhibition Click here to view the Murphy photo slideshow. Click here to view the Gelinas photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/5/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173716 Thu, 04 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173716 Presenting at National Conference R.C. Murphy Junior High School global history teacher Kristin Stelfox participated in the 103rd annual National Council for the Social Studies Conference last month in continued partnership with the 9/11 Memorial Museum. This past summer, Ms. Stelfox was selected for the inaugural Institute for Educators at the museum. Ms. Stelfox and five other teachers spent four days at the December conference supporting the education programs team from the 9/11 Memorial Museum by helping thousands of social studies teachers develop best practices for teaching Sept. 11 to diverse students who were not yet born. Additionally, Ms. Stelfox was a keynote speaker at the conference’s closing singer-songwriter event hosted by the museum to thank educators for all the work they do. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/3/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173649 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173649 Child Care Class Trip Mrs. Lydon’s child care class at Ward Melville High School took a trip to Arrowhead Elementary School on Dec. 20. The high school students gained hands-on experience working with the elementary school children and made connections to what they have been leaning in class. Thank you to everyone at Arrowhead who allowed this experience for our future educators! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/3/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173664 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173664 Summer Recreation Program Counselor Application Now Available! The Three Village Summer Recreation Program is now accepting applications for employment for the upcoming summer. Please follow the link below in order to apply, all applications are due in full by February 2, 2024 in order to be considered. Camp will run this year from July 8, 2024 through August 16, 2024 Half Day Program hours are 8:45 am – 1:00 pm Full Day Program hours are 8:45 am – 4:00 pm Camp Locations are to be determined Click for Application Procedures http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173665 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173665 Annual Volleyball Tournament Students at Ward Melville High School stepped on the court for the annual volleyball tournament championship game ahead of December break. During the volleyball unit in physical education, juniors and seniors learn the ins and outs of the sport while sharpening their skills. The highly anticipated championship game is the culmination of the unit. In between sets and during time-outs, students were called from the crowd to participate in games and challenges. Staff members even competed in a match against students, bringing the Ward Melville school community together ahead of the holidays. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/2/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173626 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173626 Regeneron STS Scholars Ward Melville High School students Bradley Kelton and Katherine Liang have been named as two of the top 300 scholars in the 2024 Regeneron Science Talent Search. The Science Talent Search is the nation’s most prestigious science research competition for high school students. Scholars are chosen based on their outstanding research and innovation, leadership skills, community involvement and exceptional promise in the STEM fields. This year, they were selected from a pool of 2,162 applicants – the highest number of entrants since 1969. Kelton’s research project, “Geochronologic and Dynamic Constraints on the Topographic Evolution and Critical Mineral Deposits of the Southwestern United States,” was completed at Stony Brook University. He studied the history of the Earth to better understand markers that may assist in the location of critical mineral deposits that are limited in supply, yet vital components of an array of technologies supporting the transition to green energy sources. Kelton created predictive models to map these critical mineral deposits. This work may contribute to independence in the rare earths market and help reduce dependence on fossil fuels. Liang completed her computer science project, “Differentially Private Deep Learning in Biomedical Research,” at Brookhaven National Labs, training artificial intelligence to streamline important sharing of healthcare records without compromising privacy. Liang devised a way that training images can be shared to improve AI assisted scanning without revealing sensitive information about the patients from whom the images were derived. This project could revolutionize the methods by which doctors more accurately make diagnoses. The 300 scholars were awarded $2,000 each. 40 finalists will be announced on Jan. 24 and will compete for more than $1.8 million in awards during a weeklong competition in Washington, D.C. this March. Date Added: 1/10/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173840 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 05:00:00 GMT false173840 Holidays Around the World Second graders at Nassakeag Elementary School learned about holiday traditions taking place across the globe from their own classrooms. During a “Holidays Around the World” event, students rotated through eight different stations, or countries, where they learned about traditions and celebrations from parents in the district. They “visited” several countries including Australia, China, Germany, Italy, Israel, Mexico, Sweden and the United States. The second graders had paper passports stamped at each station and even carried around suitcases made from brown paper bags to hold their crafts they would complete along the way. Date Added: 1/2/2024 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173609 Fri, 22 Dec 2023 06:00:00 GMT false173609 Season’s Greetings from the Science Lab Keeping with holiday tradition at Setauket Elementary School, students are creating their own crystallized ornaments with Ms. Janet Morseman in the science lab. Students first chose a design for their ornaments. Candy canes, snowflakes and Santa hats were among the popular choices. Once they crafted their shapes using two pipe cleaners, they attached them to string and popsicle sticks. With the help of Ms. Morseman, students then dipped their ornaments into a solution made of Borax and hot water. Overnight, the solution crystallized around the pipe cleaners, creating a beautiful and festive creation. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 12/22/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173568 Fri, 22 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173568 Moot Court Team Named Suffolk Champs Congratulations to Ward Melville High School’s Moot Court team for being crowned this year’s Suffolk County Champions in the Federal Bar Association’s Mentor Moot Court competition. The team was comprised of Jordan Conrad, Olivia Miller, Anna Potekhin and Ella O’Connor. Receiving highest praise from several federal judges in the competition, the team rose to the occasion and beat perennial rival Bay Shore in the county final at the Eastern District federal courthouse on Dec. 7. Date Added: 12/21/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173508 Thu, 21 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173508 Songs of the Season Ward Melville High School student-musicians caroled throughout the district ahead of December break to get students and staff in the holiday spirit. Members of the chorus visited several buildings on Dec. 21, with the band and orchestra set to make their rounds of performances on Dec. 22. Younger students in the district were excited to hear songs of the season! Date Added: 12/21/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173545 Thu, 21 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173545 Stuff-A-Bus Helps Children in Need The R.C. Murphy Junior High School student government kicked off its annual Stuff-A-Bus initiative for the holiday season. Some of the elementary schools held “Stuff-A-Bus” toy drives leading up to the culminating event and collected toys, puzzles, books and games. The student government from Murphy Junior High School then rode in a bus around the district to pick up the many donations. The toys will be delivered to the Gerald Ryan Outreach Center and Stony Brook Children’s Hospital to help children in need. The annual drive helped students get in the spirit of giving and showed them the true meaning of the holiday season. Date Added: 12/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173488 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 06:00:00 GMT false173488 BOE Honors Fall Teams and Athletes At the Dec. 13 meeting of the Board of Education, several fall season teams and individual athletes were recognized for their successful seasons. Executive Director of Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Athletics Kevin Finnerty noted that Ward Melville High School had the most successful fall athletics season in many years. Every fall varsity team made the playoffs, six teams made it to the county finals, four teams won a county championship, two teams won a Long Island Championship, two teams were state champion finalists, and one team won a state championship. Additionally, every single team was recognized as a New York State Scholar Athlete Team and Ward Melville High School earned the Scholar Athlete School of Distinction Award from the New York State Public High School Athletic Association. The boys golf team and cheerleading team were both congratulated on their Suffolk County championship wins, the boys volleyball team on its Long Island championship win, and the girls soccer team for its second consecutive New York State championship title. Additionally, student-athletes and coaches from the following teams were recognized for several post-season honors and coach of the year awards: boys cross country, boys soccer, girls swimming and girls volleyball. The final athletics recognition of the evening acknowledged the work of ninth grader Hudson Philbrick off of the field. Hudson designed a coloring book to be donated to Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. Him and his teammates wrapped boxes of crayons to accompany the donations and delivered them earlier this month. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 12/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173450 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173450 Stony Brook Children’s Hospital Donation The Ward Melville High School football program spread holiday cheer to children in the community. Ninth grade football player Hudson Philbrick designed a football-themed activity book including coloring pages, word searches and mazes. Philbrick and his teammates wrapped 90 boxes of crayons to accompany the coloring books and donated them to Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. “I’m really proud of Hudson for putting all this together and the rest of the players for pitching in. It’s always nice to see Ward Melville football players participate in community service, but particularly special when the work done off the field in that area is an endeavor like this one,” said coach Chris Boltrek. Date Added: 12/19/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173446 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173446 Gingerbread Villages The builders clubs at Setauket Elementary School crafted beautiful, handmade gingerbread villages to spread cheer this holiday season. Students worked in teams to create a gingerbread house to stand tall in the middle of the village. The houses were surrounded by trees, sleds and characters to complete the holiday scene. The entire creation was made from candy, frosting, graham crackers and other tasty treats. One gingerbread village will be donated to the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook whereas the other will be on display at the Amber Court Assisted Living facility. Residents and families will be able to enjoy the villages, while students learned to embrace the spirit of giving. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 12/15/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173376 Fri, 15 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173376 Spreading Cheer Through Song Members of the fourth grade chorus at Nassakeag Elementary School welcomed their peers during arrival with some songs of the season on Dec. 13. The chorus started the day with an outdoor holiday performance in the bus circle as students walked into school. What a great way to get in the holiday spirit! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 12/15/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173388 Fri, 15 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173388 Hope for the World Wall Justice ambassadors at Minnesauke Elementary School created a “Hope for the World” wall in the school’s cafeteria. Students were encouraged to write different messages of hope and inspiration and post them on the wall. It was a wonderful student-driven endeavor that had an enthusiastic response across the building. Date Added: 12/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173346 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173346 Master Teachers Named in Three Village Two educators in the Three Village Central School District – Monica Flanagan, a science teacher at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, and Brian Harvey, a sixth grade teacher at Minnesauke Elementary School – have been named 2023 New York State Master Teachers. The Master Teacher Program recognizes public school teachers dedicated to professional growth and development, as well as creating engaging and inspiring learning environments for students, specifically in the STEM fields. Administrators at both buildings touted the accomplishments of Ms. Flanagan and Mr. Harvey. “Ms. Flanagan has consistently demonstrated excellence in her role as an instructor and has been a leader in the living environment and farm to school courses at Gelinas Junior High School, as well as the Three Village Academy this school year,” said Gelinas Principal Corinne Keane. “Her dedication to fostering a love for science in education is truly commendable.” “This is a celebration of a teacher who does not just teach subjects. He ignites curiosity through hands-on, experiential learning such as his annual stock market competition to sharpen students’ math skills and the production of WeVideo green screen broadcasts to strengthen students’ public speaking skills,” said Minnesauke Principal Nancy Pickford. “Mr. Harvey’s passion for teaching not only enlightens young minds, but also enriches our entire educational community.” Ms. Flanagan and Mr. Harvey are among the 147 educators who were selected for the prestigious honor this year. They join 1,700 educational leaders in sharing the title of Master Teachers. Date Added: 12/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173357 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173357 Decoration Donations Members of the student council at Nassakeag Elementary School are spreading holiday cheer within the Three Village community. Students recently created festive centerpieces to be donated to the Long Island State Veterans Home and paper snowflakes to help decorate Atria Senior Living. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 12/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173365 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173365 AMC 10 Exam High Achievers Three students from P.J. Gelinas Junior High School are being recognized for their extraordinary achievement on the American Mathematics Competition 10 exam. Congratulations to Jason Yin for placing first, Terrance Wang for placing second and Victoria Chen for placing third. The AMC 10 is a 25-question, 75-minute multiple choice examination in high school mathematics designed to promote the development and enhancement of problem-solving skills. It covers mathematics normally associated with grades 9 and 10. Date Added: 12/13/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173325 Wed, 13 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173325 Math Café Sixth grade students in Mrs. Cain and Mrs. Wall's class applied their math skills to the real world. After ordering from a menu, they added, subtracted, and multiplied decimals to calculate their total bill, change, tax, and tip. Date Added: 12/12/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173272 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173272 WMHS Grad Named Marshall Scholar Ashley Fuchs, a Ward Melville High School graduate, has been named a 2024 Marshall Scholar. The Marshall Scholarship funds up to three years of study for a graduate degree in an institution in the United Kingdom. Congratulations on this prestigious achievement! Read more at the following link: https://penntoday.upenn.edu/news/penn-alumna-ashley-fuchs-2024-marshall-scholar http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173306 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173306 ‘A Christmas Carol’ Seventh graders at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School had the opportunity to watch Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” live on stage at Theatre Three on Dec. 7. Prior to attending the show, students read the story of Ebenezer Scrooge in their English classes. After the performance, they engaged in a question-and-answer session with the cast, showcasing their curiosity and understanding of the arts. The outing was a tremendous success and provided students with a memorable and enriching experience. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 12/11/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173261 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173261 ‘Guys and Dolls’ Takes the Stage Ward Melville High School student-actors stepped on stage to perform “Guys and Dolls” for this year’s musical. The cast brought the audience to the streets of New York City where storylines of luck and love were intertwined. Weeks of hard work and rehearsals culminated in three performances between Dec. 8-9. Actors, pit musicians and set designers all impressed the audience with their skills and top-notch performances. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 12/11/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173253 Sat, 09 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173253 Exploring Italy from the Classroom Junior High School students embarked on a journey of experiential learning and immersed themselves in the world of invisible cities. Inspired by Italo Calvino’s captivating novel, Le città invisibili,” students worked together to interpret maps of cities throughout the regions of Italy. Their multifaceted projects culminated in a captivating display to showcase their artistic, linguistic and analytical skills. The collaborative project was spearheaded by the Center of Italian Studies at Stony Brook University, the American Association of Teachers of Italian (Long Island Chapter), the Consulate General of Italy, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Italy and Bibliolibrò. Bringing together these entities for this project helped students foster a shared love of Italian language and culture. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 12/8/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173214 Fri, 08 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173214 Board of Education Meeting Notice - December 13, 2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173218 Fri, 08 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173218 Imagination Playground Program The students in Mrs. Bayles' Pre-K enrichment class at Nassakeag Elementary School visited Planet P to meet the Pod Pals during a new unit in the Imagination Playground Program. The program encourages students to work with one another and design their own course of play. Students were first challenged to invent their own equipment and Super Space Shoes using a variety of recycled materials. Then, they wore their shoes to land on Planet “P” and chose Pod Pals, creatures that enjoy exploring and inventing, to bring back to Earth to work on future projects together. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 12/6/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173067 Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173067 Addition and Subtraction of Decimals Mrs. Wall and Mrs. Cocco (5th grade) turning their classroom into a restaurant to teach addition and subtraction of decimals. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 12/6/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=173070 Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false173070 ‘Mad Scientists’ at Nassakeag First grade students at Nassakeag Elementary School participated in an interactive Mad Science workshop to introduce them to their upcoming sound unit. They learned about how sound moves through air, water and solids by experimenting with different objects. Additionally, they were excited to change their voices using a sound machine. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 12/1/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172955 Fri, 01 Dec 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172955 Nurses Receive National Certification Three school nurses in the Three Village Central School District were honored at the Nov. 29 board of education meeting for successfully passing the National School Nurse Certification exam, a rigorous assessment that recognizes leadership and expertise in school health. Congratulations to Beth Bermingham, Anne Marie Long and Denise Gonzalez. These three school nurses have demonstrated commitment to the health and wellbeing of Three Village students. Their accomplishment demonstrates their dedication as well as excellence in their field. “Our school nurses play a pivotal role in the overall wellbeing of our students,” said Assistant to the Superintendent for Pupil Personnel Services Erin Connolly. “They are the first line of defense against illness and injury, providing essential care and support to our students in their formative years. They are also advocates for health promotion and education, empowering our students to make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing.” Date Added: 11/30/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172939 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172939 2024-2025 Pre-K Lottery Applications Coming Soon! Register your household and child in the district now to prepare for the upcoming Pre-K lottery application period. Links & information to register can be found on the Student Registration page on the district website. The Three Village Central School District will be offering a district-operated, tuition-free, half-day Pre-Kindergarten program for the 2024-2025 school year. This is not a UPK program. There is a tuition-based enrichment option that will allow families to extend their child’s Pre-K day. Families interested in learning more about the Pre-Kindergarten programs are encouraged to visit the Pre-K page of the Three Village Central School District website. Links and information for the lottery applications will become available on the Pre-K page in January 2024. All student lottery applicants must be registered in the district with a Student ID# in order to access the Pre-K lottery application. Children must be 4 years old on or before December 1, 2024. Date Added: 11/30/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172650 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172650 Friendship Bracelet Collaboration Third graders and their kindergarten buddies at Minnesauke Elementary School worked together to create friendship bracelets focusing on name recognition for the kindergarteners. Name recognition helps children feel important, builds community, advances concepts of print and initiates process reading development. Each colored bead of the bracelet was a symbol – for example yellow meant “joy,” green symbolized “growth” and red represented “love.” After creating friendship bracelets, the buddies spent time reading together. Kindergarten students read books aloud while third graders assisted. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/29/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172908 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172908 Warm Hands, Warm Feet The Student Council at Nassakeag Elementary School is participating in the “Warm Hands, Warm Feet” initiative by collecting new socks, gloves, hats and scarves for children in need. Students are collecting donations until Dec. 5, then packaging them with festive ribbons and tags. The items will be donated to Lighthouse Mission and distributed to local children ahead of the holidays. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/28/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172881 Tue, 28 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172881 Guys and Dolls at Ward Melville - December 8th and 9th, 2023 Friday and Saturday, Dec 8, 9 at 7:30 Saturday December 9 at 2 Please call Linda Contino at 631 730-4357 for information and tickets Date Added: 11/28/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172854 Tue, 28 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172854 Three Village Has Talent II Three Village teachers and administrators stepped on stage at Murphy Junior High School for “Three Village Has Talent II.” Presented by the Three Village Teachers Association and Three Village School Administrators Association, the talent show featured acts and performances by familiar faces in the district. This year, more than 50 faculty members performed and helped out behind the scenes. The event raised nearly $9,000 for student scholarships. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172837 Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172837 ‘Friendsgiving’ at Murphy JHS ENL students at R.C. Murphy Junior High School celebrated “Friendsgiving” ahead of the Thanksgiving break. ENL teacher Ms. Gasparis planned the event to spread the festive spirit to students of different cultural backgrounds, many of whom have not celebrated Thanksgiving before. Students enjoyed a traditional Thanksgiving meal and desserts, along with the company of their friends and teachers. In addition to a delicious meal, the students spent time with their friends by participating in games, making friendship bracelets and rock painting. The event created stronger bonds between students and gave them the opportunity to destress and unwind before their Thanksgiving break. Date Added: 11/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172850 Mon, 27 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172850 Happy Thanksgiving, Three Village! Students across the Three Village Central School District celebrated Thanksgiving and its many traditions ahead of the holiday. They learned about the importance of giving and took part in service projects to help the greater community. The student council at Nassakeag Elementary School collected candy from staff and students after Halloween. Members decorated brown paper bags with Thanksgiving artwork and filled them with candy to be donated to Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry at St. James Roman Catholic Church. The bags were distributed during a Thanksgiving meal held at the church. Third graders in Mrs. Frole’s class at Minnesauke Elementary School collected food items and gift cards to create Thanksgiving meal baskets for local families in need. Students donated, designed and wrapped each basket. They also created Thanksgiving cards to be given to local veterans with their holiday meals. At W.S. Mount Elementary School, Mrs. Costanza, Mrs. Mazzarone, and Mrs. Pushee's classes joined together to host a food drive. They assembled four gift baskets for local families to enjoy this Thanksgiving. In addition to this service project at Mount, the building hosted a schoolwide Thanksgiving parade and Pre-K classes enjoyed a Thanksgiving feast with their families. Click here to view the Minnesauke photo slideshow. Click here to view the Mount photo slideshow. Click here to view the Nassakeag photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/22/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172807 Wed, 22 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172807 Students Enjoying New Technologies Ninth grade students in Mr. Campbell’s Wood Systems class at Murphy Junior High School are learning how to use the latest addition to the technology laboratory. Students are programming the Epilog laser engraver to etch into materials with incredible accuracy. Using the light energy of a CO2 laser, the material is burned, permanently creating the Murphy woodworking logo on their projects. Date Added: 11/21/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172762 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172762 Board of Education Meeting Notice - November 29, 2023 Date Added: 11/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172765 Tue, 21 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172765 Application Now Open Parents and community members are welcome to apply to join the district’s Bond Committee. The application can be found at: http://join3vbond.3villagecsd.org Date Added: 11/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172701 Mon, 20 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172701 LILT Conference On Nov. 4, several world language teachers from Ward Melville High School, Gelinas Junior High School and Murphy Junior High School attended the Long Island Language Teachers annual conference. More than 150 teachers from across Long Island participated. This year’s theme was “Fall in Love with Learning Languages.” The annual conference was held in Three Village at Gelinas Junior High School. District Director of ENL and World Language Kerri Golini, as well as Three Village teachers Daniela Casadei-Berwind and TinaMarie Friscia served as conference chairs. Date Added: 11/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172690 Fri, 17 Nov 2023 07:00:00 GMT false172690 Moving to the Music with Jared Campbell Nassakeag Elementary School students moved to the music during a visit with singer and songwriter Jared Campbell. He performed songs that reinforced positive character-building themes including responsibility, respect and kindness. Students were engaged and learned about the power of words as they sang along throughout the assembly. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172676 Fri, 17 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172676 NYSSBA Recognition At the Nov. 15 meeting of the Three Village Central School District Board of Education, the New York State School Boards Association presented Ward Melville High School student Ella Ignacio with the Tomorrow’s Leaders Today Award. The recognition program acknowledges and celebrates acts of leadership that positively impact the district and greater community. “You just took it upon yourself to do something that would make life better for people,” said NYSSBA representative Bernadette Smith when presenting the award to Ignacio. “We recognize your efforts and hope that they serve to inspire other students to bring additional positive change to New York State school districts and communities.” Ignacio illustrated the children’s book, “Do Skunks Think Skunks Stink?” and sold copies to benefit Angela’s House. Angela’s House is a nonprofit organization that cares for children with special health care needs, while providing support to their families. Additionally, the Three Village Board of Education presented Ignacio a certificate to commemorate her leadership and illustration work. Date Added: 11/16/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172634 Thu, 16 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172634 Animal Ears at Arrowhead Mrs. Swart and Mrs. Callan's Pre-K Enrichment class at Arrowhead Elementary School learned about different types of animal ears and how they help them hear sounds from both close and far away. Students guessed the ears to different animals, then created their own animals with mixed-up ears. Some made elephants with mouse ears, others made wolves with elephant ears. Students worked hard to plan out what they needed to bring their animal ideas to life. Date Added: 11/16/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172645 Thu, 16 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172645 Brain Challenge at Arrowhead Students at Arrowhead Elementary School recently participated in a fun assembly called “Holly Rock Game Show: Brain Challenge.” Both students and staff were able to answer a variety of age-appropriate questions in a live game show format. The presenter included questions from the building’s behavior matrix and character education programs. There were also physical challenges in this fast-paced and educational show. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/15/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172615 Wed, 15 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172615 Thank You, Veterans The Three Village Central School District honored Veterans Day with several in-class lessons and events. Students of all grade levels at Arrowhead Elementary School designed cards and wrote messages of thanks to be donated to the Northport VA. Additionally, the Arrowhead school community participated in a Jeans for Troops Day on Thursday, Nov. 9. They collected monetary donations for the GI GO Fund which helps veterans returning to civilian life. Similarly, the W.S. Mount Elementary School student government sponsored “Red, White and Jeans,” raising $330 to benefit military veterans and their families. Students and staff donated one dollar to wear jeans for the day. They also created cards, placemats and thank you notes to be delivered to the Stony Brook Veterans Home. Click here to view the Arrowhead photo slideshow. Click here to view the Mount photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/15/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172593 Wed, 15 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172593 JHS French Week Junior High School students were immersed in a delightful celebration of French culture during “French Week.” They participated in a cultural Kahoot, a game-based learning platform, to enhance their knowledge of French history and traditions. They also learned about Le Louvre and took photos with a Mona Lisa cut-out. Croissants and the aroma of chocolate fondue was smelt through the halls as students tasted the French culinary delights. Additionally, students participated in a French landmark scavenger hunt and explored iconic structures to deepen their appreciation for the beauty of France. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/15/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172594 Tue, 14 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172594 New York State Champs Congratulations to our girls soccer team for winning the New York State title for the second consecutive year! Date Added: 11/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172556 Tue, 14 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172556 Board of Education Meeting Notice - November 15, 2023 Date Added: 11/9/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172477 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172477 Pre-K Students Hit the Polls Students in Mrs. Stimmel’s Pre-K enrichment class at Setauket Elementary School learned about voting ahead of Election Day. The class held its own election where students voted for their favorite snack – Goldfish, pretzels or animal crackers. Students filled out ballots in the voting booth, put their ballot in the voting box, then tallied up the results. They were excited to enjoy the winning snack together. Date Added: 11/8/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172432 Wed, 08 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172432 Ward Melville High School Principal Change Dear Three Village Community, Effective immediately, Mr. William Bernhard, Principal of Ward Melville High School, is on administrative reassignment. Dr. Paul Gold has been appointed as Acting Principal until the Board of Education can meet. Date Added: 11/7/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172414 Tue, 07 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172414 Board of Education Meeting Notice - November 8, 2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172407 Tue, 07 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172407 Kindness Collaboration at Minnesauke Third graders and kindergartners at Minnesauke Elementary School teamed up for a lesson about kindness. Mrs. Frole’s third grade class read “A Little Spot of Kindness” by Diane Alber to their buddies in Mrs. Murphy’s kindergarten class. “The Little Spot” series focuses on social emotional learning and provides students with strategies to recognize and adapt to the feelings they encounter each day. Mrs. Frole received a grant from the Minnesauke PTA to purchase the series for her classroom. After reading the book with their third grade buddies, kindergartners received a mini-size, student copy of the read aloud. They were excited to collaborate with their buddies and look forward to these meetups for special learning opportunities each month. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/6/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172362 Mon, 06 Nov 2023 05:00:00 GMT false172362 Flashlight Reading Celebration Mrs. Frole’s third graders at Minnesauke Elementary School wrapped up their first reading unit and learned all about habits that good readers practice. As a culmination of the lesson, students held a “flashlight reading celebration” to acknowledge the important reading strategies they learned including tracking their own progress and setting individual reading goals. First, students crafted a letter to their parents and caregivers to inform them of their accomplishment and upcoming celebration. Families helped students collect supplies to make the celebration a success. The third graders brought their favorite books, blankets, lanterns and lights to school and spent the morning reading “by flashlight.” Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/2/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172284 Thu, 02 Nov 2023 04:00:00 GMT false172284 Happy Halloween, Three Village! Halloween spirit was seen across Three Village on Oct. 31. Students at the elementary schools paraded outside their buildings to show off their costumes to families and friends. Celebrations took place in the classroom too, with students decorating pumpkins and participating in Halloween-themed lessons. Ward Melville High School held its annual Trick or Treat Street to provide a safe, fun environment for families to go trick-or-treating. High School clubs decorated doorways on the exterior of the building and handed out candy. Many of the stations had activities for children to participate in including coloring, pumpkin picking and a bean bag toss. Click here to view the Arrowhead photo slideshow. Click here to view the Mount photo slideshow. Click here to view the Nassakeag photo slideshow. Click here to view the High School photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/1/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172237 Wed, 01 Nov 2023 04:00:00 GMT false172237 Word Cemetery Mrs. Baron’s seventh and eighth grade U.S. History classes at Murphy Junior High School created a “word cemetery” ahead of Halloween. Students first researched words that should no longer be used in writing assignments. They created “graves” of words that were dying and listed more descriptive synonyms, or words they would be survived by. Students all wore black for the “word funeral.” Happy Halloween! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/1/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172259 Wed, 01 Nov 2023 04:00:00 GMT false172259 All-County Jazz Musicians Two Ward Melville High School students were selected to perform in the All-County Jazz Ensemble. Congratulations to junior Matthew Miele and senior Taylor Lind. Matthew, who plays trumpet, and Taylor, who plays trombone, are some of the top-rated jazz musicians in Suffolk County and were accepted into the ensemble by auditioning. The concert takes place on Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. in East Islip. Date Added: 10/30/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172155 Mon, 30 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false172155 Red Ribbon Week The Three Village Central School District kicked off Red Ribbon Week on Oct. 23. Red Ribbon Week is a drug prevention campaign that takes place at schools across the United States. To start the week, sixth graders visited Ward Melville High School where they participated in an assembly with Tim Shoemaker, a nationally recognized educator and speaker. Shoemaker spoke with students about the dangers of vaping and its long-term consequences. Additionally, district social worker Alison Herrschaft visited Gelinas and Murphy Junior High Schools to have students sign an anti-drug pledge. Students pledged to make healthy lifestyle choices and stay drug-free. Ms. Herrschaft also handed out red ribbon pins for students to wear to help spread the message of the week. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 10/30/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172173 Mon, 30 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false172173 ‘Coffee with Kevin’ Dates Please see the dates below for the upcoming “Coffee with Kevin” sessions. Each event will take place at the Emma S. Clark Memorial Library in the Community Meeting Room. Monday, Jan. 8 – 2:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 12 – 4:30-6:30 p.m. Monday, June 3 – 12:30-2:30 p.m. Date Added: 10/30/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172174 Mon, 30 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false172174 Board Members Honored In honor of School Board Recognition Week, the Three Village School District celebrated the hard work and dedication of the Board of Education members at the Oct. 25 meeting. School Board Recognition Week is celebrated from Oct. 16-20 and acknowledges the many contributions boards of education make to their communities. To acknowledge each member individually – and learn a bit more about each board member personally – student representatives interviewed them prior to the meeting. The student representatives then presented about their respective Board of Education liaisons. These students shared some of their achievements and advice. They expressed their gratitude for helping to make the Three Village school community a better place. Additionally, the students thanked district clerk Inger Germano and the board’s student representative, Nicole Scala, for their service. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 10/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172116 Fri, 27 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false172116 Islanders Day at Mount Students at W.S. Mount Elementary School in Three Village were excited to welcome Sparky and members of the New York Islanders organization to the building on Oct. 25. Energy was high as students filled the auditorium for an interactive presentation about teamwork and healthy lifestyle choices. Students “warmed-up” for the assembly with stretches led by Sparky, which was then followed by a quick game of trivia. Students answered questions about making healthy choices. A student and teacher were chosen from the crowd for a timed challenge where they had to dress in hockey goalie equipment. The student worked with a team and won, whereas the teacher worked alone – showing how far teamwork can take you. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 10/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172133 Fri, 27 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false172133 SBU Archaeologist Visits Minnesauke Dr. Katheryn Twiss, an archaeologist from Stony Brook University, visited Minnesauke Elementary School to kick off the sixth grade research unit of the Neolithic site in Catalhoyuk, Turkey. Dr. Twiss spent time at the archaeological dig site in Turkey. Students asked questions about her experience and formed a deeper understanding about the life of an archaeologist. She is currently the lead archaeologist for animal bones at a site in Iraq and specialized in the study of domestication of animals and agriculture. Dr. Twiss will be visiting Minnesauke again when students begin their unit on Mesopotamia. Date Added: 10/25/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172040 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false172040 Hispanic Heritage Month in Three Village The Three Village World Language Department celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 through lessons and student activities. Festivities kicked off with a spirit week in which secondary students and staff were encouraged to dress up as Hispanic actors, singers, in the colors of their favorite football team and the colors of one of the many different flags of Spanish-speaking countries. At Ward Melville High School and both junior high schools, students created posters of well-known Latinos, which were displayed in an exhibit and used during a scavenger hunt with students in all levels of Spanish classes. Students were challenged with finding the answers to questions using the information on the posters. Students in upper-level Spanish classes created podcasts to highlight significant contributions made by Hispanic Americans to the United States. The podcasts were then used as a listening activity. Students used the podcasts to complete an analysis and cultural comparison in Spanish. Artwork filled the halls at the secondary buildings to honor Hispanic Heritage Month. Students in Mrs. Farley’s classes decorated feathers in the colors of the Latin American flags and created wings to design a “What Lifts You” mural. Not only did students participate in in-class activities. Ward Melville students learned about Hispanic culture through a Zumba class with Mrs. Primerano as their instructor. They were excited to step outside of the classroom and move to the music. Additionally, several high-achieving students were honored at the 10th annual Hispanic Heritage Night Celebration held by the Town of Brookhaven on Oct. 6. Congratulations to Aiden Burgueno, Leida Fernandez, Zachary Fondacaro, Joana Koch, Steven Morales Jr., Rowan Serna, Eva Peralta, Tayla Perez, Savanna Pineros, Ava Sarlo, Luca Torres, Landis Ulloa, Emily Vintimilla and Julianna Vrabec. The event showcased the richness of Hispanic culture through art, music and food. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 10/24/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=172005 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false172005 Fall Festival Fun Pre-K students at Setauket Elementary School enjoyed hands-on activities with their friends and families at the Fall Festival on Oct. 20. Due to the weather, the festival was held inside the mini gymnasium, but that didn’t stop the children from having fun. They visited a small pumpkin patch, went apple picking, created fall bracelets, decorated cookies, colored fall scenes and stuffed a scarecrow! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 10/23/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171976 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171976 Three Village Has Talent The Three Village Teachers Association and Three Village School Administrators Association present “Three Village Has Talent II.” Three Village teachers and administrators will perform in a talent show at Murphy Junior High School on Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. Tickets will be on sale at the Murphy auditorium lobby on 11/6, 11/7 and 11/8 from 6-8 p.m. All proceeds go toward student scholarships. Date Added: 10/23/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171987 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171987 Patriots Perform in Newsday Marching Band Festival Click to Watch Video Date Added: 10/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171915 Fri, 20 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171915 Students Turn Entrepreneurs in Food Truck Challenge Eighth grade students at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School are driving competition in this year’s food truck challenge. Students in Ms. Pomponio’s family and consumer science classes designed their own food trucks. They started by researching local competitors, then came up with a name, menu and pricing. The last step was creating an appealing design for the exterior of the truck. Each food truck was put on display in the Gelinas library. Students and staff were encouraged to stop by and vote on the truck with the best business plan, design and menu. The activity helped students get into an entrepreneurial mindset while encouraging friendly competition. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 10/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171929 Fri, 20 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171929 Fourth Graders Interview BOE President Fourth graders in Ms. Slavin’s class at Nassakeag Elementary School interviewed Board of Education President Susan E. Megroz Rosenzweig. Each student prepared a question for Mrs. Rosenzweig. They learned about her career and how much she loves the Three Village community. Two classmates will be presenting the interview with Mrs. Rosenzweig at the Oct. 25 Board of Education Meeting. Date Added: 10/19/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171891 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171891 Students Unite to End Bullying During the week of Oct. 16, the Three Village Central School District celebrated Unity Week. Students participated in activities to promote kindness, acceptance and inclusion. Unity Day fell in the middle of the week, on Oct. 18. Students across the district wore orange as a way to send a visible message to end bullying. Many of the district’s elementary schools held spirit weeks to get students excited about the Unity Week messaging. Spirit days brought the school communities together and had students dress to different themes including “put a lid on bullying,” where students and staff wore crazy hats. Additionally, students participated in art projects to promote positivity. For example, at Setauket Elementary School, Ms. Muzzonigro had students design balloons with messages of kindness written on them, which were then put together to form a mural. Unity Day takes place each October, but the Three Village Central School District encourages students to follow its message every day of the year. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 10/19/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171896 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171896 BAC Application Click here to view the application http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171856 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171856 Fire Safety in Three Village October marks Fire Prevention Month and students in the Three Village Central School District are learning about fire safety and what to do in case of an emergency. The Setauket Fire Department visited several of the district’s elementary schools to introduce students to the best safety practices. Firefighters put on their equipment to show students what they may look like when responding to an emergency. Students then went outside to tour a firetruck and other emergency vehicles. This engaging visit educated students while introducing them to some of the first responders in their own community. Click here to view the Arrowhead photo slideshow. Click here to view the Minnesauke photo slideshow. Date Added: 10/18/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171864 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171864 Commended Students in Three Village Eighteen students from Ward Melville High School were named Commended Students in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program. These students are among the 34,000 of the highest scorers on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) to receive letters of Commendation. Congratulations to the following seniors: Mohemeen Ahmed, Serena Carpino, Luke Chitkara, Annabel Dimaculangan, Judy Hu, Bradley Kelton, Sofia Levorchick, Lijia Lin, Benjamin Paldy, Ella Patriss, Liam Pennino, Savanna Pineros, Sarina Policastro, Rithik Sogal, Jake Ventimiglia, Vincent Vinciguerra, Aaron Zeng and Tianyi Zhang. While these students do not continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships, letters of Commendation recognize their academic promise. Some of those who are designated Commended Students become scholarship candidates from outside corporations. Date Added: 10/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171791 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171791 WMHS Students Become Drone Operators Students in the drones and aeronautics class at Ward Melville High School took advantage of the beautiful fall weather to start recording aerial video footage of the school. Prior to flying, students needed to analyze aviation weather reports, check the airspace and file a flight plan. By working in teams, students will produce a high-quality cinematic tour of the campus to be displayed in the halls of the school. Next, they will be utilizing the aircraft to capture imagery for photogrammetry and mapping. All the students in the class have passed the Federal Aviation Administration's required Recreational UAS Safety Test and are continuing to study the material that would be required for the next step, the FAA part 107 remote pilot certification. This activity showcases how the skills students are learning in class could be used for careers or business opportunities in the future. Date Added: 10/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171822 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171822 ‘Deadliest Catch’ Star Inspires Students Nick Tokman, also known as “Sunshine” on the Discovery show “Deadliest Catch,” visited eighth graders at R.C. Murphy Junior High School for an inspirational and empowering presentation. Tokman walked students through his journey of traveling to Alaska and ultimately becoming a cast member of the Emmy-winning show. He outlined all the “coincidences” that led him to appearing on “Deadliest Catch,” and while many of them appeared to be negative at the time, he shared how each circumstance led him to his dream. Students were empowered to take control of their lives, or become their own “captains,” and overcome obstacles to achieve their own definition of success. Tokman encouraged students to surround themselves with people who support them, never give up and to be themselves. The eighth graders left the auditorium feeling hopeful, inspired and better prepared for their futures. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 10/13/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171723 Fri, 13 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171723 Twins Receive Town of Brookhaven Honor Ward Melville High School twins Michael Lascarides and Katie Lascarides have each received Town of Brookhaven Youth Volunteer awards for their outstanding work in the community. Michael works with kids at local beaches and teaches them about conservation, recycling and how to take better care of the environment. Meanwhile, Katie focuses on helping young musicians in the community. She works with students from the elementary and middle schools and helps them prepare for NYSSMA auditions with free music lessons. Michael and Katie were honored for their efforts by the Three Village School District Board of Education on Oct. 11 for their great work in the community. When asked if the honor was unexpected, Michael said, “I was surprised, but not that Katie got it.” Date Added: 10/12/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171679 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171679 Young Scientists Learn About Sound Waves Arrowhead’s youngest learners recently learned about sound waves with a hands-on experiment. Mrs. Swart and Mrs. Callan’s Pre-K enrichment class experimented how washers and coils allow sound waves to travel at different speeds. They also observed how different containers affected the movement of sound waves. Date Added: 10/12/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171696 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171696 Teacher Featured in SchoolArts Magazine Once again, Three Village Central School District art teacher Michael Sacco, has been published in the SchoolArts Magazine. The September 2023 issue features a lesson Sacco did with his ninth grade creative crafts class back in spring 2021. Students transferred patterned designs onto tooling foil, then extended the designs onto 3D boxes. The SchoolArts Magazine article explains the inspiration behind the lesson and the students’ process from start to finish. Additionally, it features pieces of work from three former P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students – Carmella Liotta, Genevieve Shannon and Erin Schuchman. Date Added: 10/11/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171643 Wed, 11 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171643 WMHS Students Experience Yellowstone Several Ward Melville High School students recently traveled to Yellowstone National Park with Avalon Nature Preserve’s Yellowstone Immersion program. Ella O’Connor, Riley Millet, Indigo Dalton and Charles Werder were all invited by Avalon to participate as scholarship recipients. During their week, students studied wildlife biology, geology, natural history and Native American history. Additionally, they hiked and observed the flora and fauna of Yellowstone extensively. The scholarship recipients were accompanied by Avalon program coordinator and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School teacher Doug Elliot. Date Added: 10/11/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171644 Wed, 11 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171644 A Message from the Superintendent – 10/11/23 The district has been closely following the news coming out of the Middle East and joins many in shock and horror by the recent events transpiring in Israel and the Gaza Strip. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people who have been killed, injured or being held hostage. With information being shared not only via television news outlets, but online and through social media, individuals of all ages may be highly susceptible to seeing the disturbing images coming from the crisis without proper context to process the information. As such, we encourage all parents and guardians to continue to monitor, limit, or – in some cases - discontinue the access their children have to such material. Children may experience trauma from viewing the images of the attacks. Three Village has tremendous support services with our counselors, psychologists and social workers. If any parent is concerned for their child, please contact the administration of your child’s school. As safety and security is our top priority, please be assured that we will continue to adhere to our safety procedures to ensure that our schools are secure. We hope and pray for peace and an end to the violence in the Middle East and throughout the world. Date Added: 10/11/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171647 Wed, 11 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171647 Energy Transfer Activity Fourth graders at Minnesauke Elementary School learned about energy transfer during a science lab activity. Students participated in a “Bumper Jumper Game” where they observed how energy transfers when objects collide. They built a short course and made predictions about how far a marble would launch over a jump after colliding with other objects. The hands-on activity gave students a chance to visualize energy in motion. Date Added: 10/11/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171667 Wed, 11 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171667 School Bus Safety at Nassakeag Students at Nassakeag Elementary School learned all about school bus safety and positive bus behaviors. Ahead of National School Bus Safety Week, which runs from Oct. 16-20, bus drivers from Suffolk Transportation Services pushed into classes for brief presentations. Students watched animations to help understand where to stand while waiting for the bus and how to safely cross the street after getting off the bus. They also learned about steps to take in case of an emergency, the importance of wearing a seatbelt and general rules while on the road. Additionally, Nassakeag held its Bus CARES assembly on Sept. 29. Sixth grade student ambassadors presented skits to model positive bus behavior and reviewed the building’s CARES motto – being caring, accepting, respectful, embracing and successful. Date Added: 10/10/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171591 Tue, 10 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171591 2023-2024 Saturday Enrichment Program Click here for more information. Date Added: 10/6/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171546 Fri, 06 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171546 Fifth Graders Connect with Hometown Hero Fifth graders at Minnesauke Elementary School recently learned about what embodies a hero before meeting one themselves. Around Sept. 11, fifth grade classes read the book, “The Man in the Red Bandana” before participating in a writing-based project. Students learned about the story of Welles Crowther, an equities trader and former firefighter who was working at the World Trade Center on Sept. 11, 2001. Crowther, who always carried a red bandana, lost his life in the attacks but is remembered for the many lives he put before his own and the several people he brought to safety. Students were asked to reflect on Crowther’s heroic actions and discussed the true meaning of a hero. They wrote about the heroes in their own lives and displayed their essays with red bandanas on bulletin boards throughout the fifth grade hallway. A Three Village Central School District security guard, Thomas Robinson, was at Minnesauke Elementary School one weekend while on patrol. Mr. Robinson typically works at the North Country Administration Building but visited Minnesauke to respond to an alarm while nobody was in the building. As he was in the building, he noticed all the student work about “The Man in the Red Bandana.” Mr. Robinson is a retired NYPD officer and was at the World Trade Center the day of the attacks, as well as many days after. He read every single piece from the fifth graders and was moved to write them a note which read in part, “Your assignments made me proud. What a wonderful idea for kids to read about and learn. I’ll be honest, it choked me up a bit.” Mr. Robinson left NYPD patches on each of the bulletin boards as a way to say thank you and offered to speak with the students about his experience. The fifth graders were able to connect a day that changed American history with an experience of someone in their own community. They learned that heroes put others before themselves and were empowered to “be the helpers” in their own lives. Date Added: 10/6/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171559 Fri, 06 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171559 Board of Education Meeting Notice - October 11, 2023 Date Added: 10/5/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171511 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171511 Murphy Students Get Busy Baking Holly Pelzar’s students at R.C. Murphy Junior High School have been busy in the kitchen! Ninth grade international foods classes recently made cinnamon buns and eighth grade home and careers classes baked chocolate chip scones. Delicious! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 10/4/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171471 Wed, 04 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171471 BMX Stunts Wow Students The Dialed Action Sports Team visited W.S. Mount Elementary School on Sept. 27 to give students a front row seat to a BMX show. Riders wowed students and staff with their jumps, tricks and flips throughout the performance – especially when riders jumped over three teachers laying on the ground. Not only was the show wildly entertaining, but the Dialed Action Sports Team also incorporated positive messaging throughout. Riders emphasized the importance of kindness and cheering on your friends. Additionally, they reviewed bicycle safety including the safety equipment they wear and the steps to take to ensure a bike is working properly. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 10/3/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171442 Tue, 03 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171442 All-County Musicians Thirty-three Ward Melville High School students were selected to perform in the NYSCAME All-County festival later this fall. These students participate in school ensembles and were selected based on their level V or VI NYSSMA solo rating, as well as teacher recommendations. They will perform among the best music students from Suffolk County at a concert held at Northport High School on Nov. 17. Congratulations to the following students: Jordan Acquaro, Natasha Anderson, Robert Boswell, Elisa Bravo Ruiz, Alexis Comunale, Brian DeGorter, Madeline Dundon, Cameron Fiorella, Jackson Foley, Shaun Fontana, Kyle Frazier, John Gallagher, William Gliganic, Mallory Hoelzl, Joanna Huang, Nolan Jin, Acadia Kunkel, Katie Lascarides, LooJi Lee, William Lennon, Sara Li, Lijia Lin, Nicole Passananti, Sarina Policastro, Rachel Rose, Amanda Sidman, Zachary Silverman, Alexander Song, Matthew Stein, Amit Vishnia, Sarah Warner, Michael Wei and Brianna Zenaty. Date Added: 10/2/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171408 Mon, 02 Oct 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171408 21st Annual Adolescent Issue Play The P.J. Gelinas Theatre Company proudly presents the 21st Annual Adolescent Issue play, “You Are Never Alone.” “You Are Never Alone” is an inspiring performance that demonstrates how nobody is truly alone in their struggles, no matter how much it feels like it. This drama with music shows twelve teenagers going about their regular school days, each silencing their own screams. The year’s production takes place on Oct. 13 at 7 p.m. Admission is $2 per person or $10 per family. P.J. Gelinas ninth grade students will be viewing the show during the school day, free of charge. Date Added: 9/29/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171371 Fri, 29 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171371 WMHS Grad Earns Perfect AP Score Julie Yang, a recent graduate of Ward Melville High School and student of Kristen Dietz, received a perfect score on the AP Drawing Exam in May 2023. Julie was one of only 308 students across the globe who received every possible point on the assessment and earned the top score of 5, which amounts to just 1.36% of 2023 AP Drawing Exam takers. Date Added: 9/28/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171354 Thu, 28 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171354 All-State Musicians Six Ward Melville High School students were selected by the New York State School Music Association as All-State musicians to perform in the 2023 Winter Conference. An additional seven students were chosen as alternates. Congratulations to the following: All-State • Joanna Huang – Violin I, Symphony Orchestra • Nolan Jin – Viola, Symphony Orchestra • Acadia Kunkel – Violin II, Symphony Orchestra • Nicole Passananti – Jazz Soprano, Vocal Jazz • Rachel Rose – Jazz Alto, Vocal Jazz • Brianna Zenaty – Jazz Soprano, Vocal Jazz Alternates • Cameron Fiorella – Snare Drum • Kyle Frazier – Cello • William Gliganic – Double Bass • Looji Lee – Violin • Lijia Lin – Violin • Alexander Song – Violin • Michael Wei – Violin The top musicians from school music departments across New York are selected from thousands to receive the All-State designation. They auditioned by participating in solo and ensemble festivals last spring and by receiving teacher recommendations. The conference will take place in Rochester from Nov. 30-Dec. 3. Date Added: 9/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171325 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 07:00:00 GMT false171325 Patriot Pride Ward Melville High School kicked off homecoming weekend on Sept. 22 with a pep rally. The entire student body gathered on the football field at the end of the school day to celebrate the fall season athletics teams. The celebration began with a performance from the marching band followed by a routine from the varsity cheerleaders. Each varsity team was then introduced to the crowd and ran onto the field. The football team was the last team to run through the tunnel, encouraging students to attend their homecoming game on Sept. 23. Due to weather, the annual homecoming carnival was canceled. However, the game went on and the Ward Melville Patriots came out victorious against the Central Islip Musketeers with a final score of 34-0. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 9/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171318 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171318 Start With Hello Week Students at W.S. Mount Elementary School participated in Start With Hello Week from Sept. 18-22. The call-to-action week encourages students to make new social connections and create a sense of belonging throughout the building with three easy steps — see someone who is alone, reach out and help them feel included and start with hello, or break the ice with a conversation. Throughout the week, Mount students participated in activities aligned with the messaging of the initiative. As a display of unity, students and staff members wrote their names on a paper hand which were then put together to form a tree in the main hallway. Date Added: 9/26/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171273 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171273 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists Fifteen students from Ward Melville High School were named semifinalists in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program. Congratulations to Yujay An, Amy Chen, Alexandra Duan, Alexander Huang, Julian Khalifah, Emma Li, Katherine Liang, Michael Lu, William McGovern, Michael Melikyan, Anna Potekhin, Benjamin Wu, Vivian Ye, Benjamin Zhang and Michael Zhang. These students were among the top scorers on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). Approximately 16,000 high school seniors were named semifinalists in this year’s program. They represent less than 1% of U.S. high school seniors, including the highest-scoring entrants from each state. Only 15,000 semifinalists will go on to compete for scholarships at the finalist level. Students will be notified in February of this designation. The district congratulates these academically talented students on this accomplishment and wishes them the best in the competition. Date Added: 9/22/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171228 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171228 Parent University Fall 23 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171229 Fri, 22 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171229 Student Featured in Film Festivals Ward Melville High School senior Sarina Policastro has had her animation, “Amira’s Letters” featured in five national or international film festivals – the Urbanite Arts and Film Festival 2023, Pegasus Film Festival 2023, Miami 4 Social Change 2023, Animex Screen 2023 and SF3 2023. Last year, Policastro won the top award in the National PTA Reflections program for film, the Outstanding Interpretation Award, for her animation. The Board of Education recognized her for her achievements at its Sept. 27 meeting. Please view “Amira’s Letters” at the link below, at the 2:15 mark: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YGl1GcHov64 Date Added: 9/21/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171185 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171185 Setauket Students Enhance Wellness Walk At the end of last school year, students at Setauket Elementary School were given the opportunity to suggest additions to the school’s Wellness Walk, a series of interactive stations throughout the hallways that provide students with resources to promote their social-emotional health and well-being. Each station offers a coping skill related to improving one’s mood, changing or distracting unhelpful thoughts and increasing relaxation skills. Mr. Gustafson’s fourth graders suggested a new fidget station and the student body agreed, voting it into fruition. Mr. Gustafson’s fourth graders broke up into committees to create the new fidget station. Some students researched possible fidgets to include, while others contacted the PTA and teachers for donations. Additionally, one group wrote announcements for the school about the new station and how to effectively use the fidgets. Another group studied the building layout for the station’s best location. During the month of June, students took charge of creating signs to explain the board, organized materials and even created some of the fidgets including balloons filled with flour. Mr. Gustafson shared that his students, “truly worked together as a team, using the power of small groups to break down a large task into manageable pieces, to create something that they can be very proud of and something that everyone in the school can use to their benefit.” Setauket Elementary School thanks its school psychologist, Ms. Lambert, and school social workers, Mrs. O’Leary and Mrs. Wilkinson, for coming up with the idea of a Wellness Walk last spring to give students the space and opportunities they need to be successful at school. Additionally, the building thanks its PTA for purchasing the supplies for the new fidget station. Date Added: 9/21/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171188 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171188 Minnesauke Has a ‘Heart of Gold’ Minnesauke Elementary School was named a top school in last year’s Kids Heart Challenge through the American Heart Association. A representative from the organization presented the building with a “Heart of Gold” certificate for its success in the challenge and support of the American Heart Association’s mission. Minnesauke Elementary School raised more than $20,000 in last year’s Kids Heart Challenge, making it one of the top four fundraising schools in Suffolk County and a leader in New York State. Minnesauke looks forward to its success in fundraising for this year’s challenge. Date Added: 9/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171148 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171148 Hopes are High at Murphy JHS Students taking French with Ms. Rendon at Murphy Junior High School set high hopes for the school year during an activity. “Cette année j'espère” – or “This year, I hope…” was posted on a bulletin board in the classroom. Students wrote down their wishes and goals, in French, and displayed their responses with Post-it notes. Many hoped for good grades, a focus on academics and to make new friends. Date Added: 9/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171166 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171166 Constitution Day Poster Contest To commemorate Constitution Day, which celebrates the adoption of the United States Constitution in 1787, seventh graders at Murphy Junior High School participated in a national poster contest. Students brainstormed the important principles of the U.S. Constitution before bringing their ideas to life through artwork. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 9/19/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171112 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171112 Bringing the Classroom Outdoors Fifth graders at Setauket Elementary School stepped outside of the classroom for a unique learning experience. As part of their ecosystem studies, students went on a walking field trip to Frank Melville Pond to observe native species of plants and trees. The fifth graders explored the area and documented their observations. Back at school, they used their observations to create food chain models with voice recordings to explain what they learned. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 9/19/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171125 Tue, 19 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171125 Celebrating Dot Day in Three Village Students across Three Village celebrated art and creativity for International Dot Day on Sept. 15. Students connected and collaborated in several art projects where they could “make their mark” – a main theme of the book, “The Dot” by Peter H. Reynolds. Through their artwork, students were empowered to make the world a more colorful place and were reminded that, like their artwork, each day starts as a blank slate with tons of potential. Click here to view the Arrowhead photo slideshow. Click here to view the Minnesauke photo slideshow. Click here to view the Nassakeag photo slideshow. Click here to view the Setauket photo slideshow. Click here to view the Mount photo slideshow. Date Added: 9/18/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171094 Mon, 18 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171094 Strategic Planning Update For the past year, we have dedicated an extraordinary amount of time and energy on Strategic Planning. The Strategic Plan focused on four areas: Moving the 9th grade to Ward Melville High School; moving the 6th grade to the Junior High Schools (thus creating a middle schools); our elementary schools’ configuration and Start Time. The survey that was distributed to administration, faculty, and staff, parents, the community and students, clearly demonstrated a preference from our current configuration to the one we outlined on Superintendent’s Conference Day. Although we had planned to move the 9th and 6th grades next school year, it has become evident that we need more time to plan and prepare for these changes. Therefore, I asked the Board this past Wednesday to extend the timeframe from the 2024-25 school year to the 2025-26 school year. Any changes that we will make need to be done right and not quickly for the sake of the students. By the end of this month, we will be conducting another survey on the needs of the parents, students and staff with regard to start times. Your participation in this survey is critical for the Start Time Subcommittee to determine the feasibility of changes to the start times in the district at all levels. Next month, a team of administrators will be examining our needs if the 9th grade moved to the high school. At the present time, we believe that at the minimum we will need additional spaces for art, music, and science. The results of this work will assist us in the budget process for next year in terms of capital projects. I want to thank all of you for your support and input in this process. I especially am grateful to the administrators who have tirelessly worked on the data and all those members of our community who attended the over 40 meetings we had on this topic last year. If you have not had the opportunity to review the information that was provided, please follow this link http://threevillagecsd.org/parents_and_community/committees to our district website where all of the presentations and information is still available. Thank you, Dr. Kevin Scanlon Superintendent of Schools Date Added: 9/15/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171038 Fri, 15 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171038 Back to School Bus Safety Meeting Arrowhead Elementary School welcomed back its bus drivers for the school year during their annual collaboration meeting in September. Assistant Principal Tanya Hurowitz and school Social Worker Judy Forgione thanked the bus drivers for their dedication in getting students to and from school safely. The annual meeting went over the rules of the school bus to be relayed back to students. Additionally, Ms. Forgione reviewed Arrowhead’s bus program, which reinforces positive bus behavior with raffle tickets. Arrowhead Elementary School and its bus drivers are looking forward to educating students further during National School Bus Safety Week next month. Date Added: 9/15/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171055 Fri, 15 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171055 Emma Cup Awarded to Minnesauke Minnesauke Elementary School was presented with the Emma Cup for having the highest number of students sign up for and complete the summer reading challenge at the Emma S. Clark Memorial Library. This year, nearly 25% of Minnesauke students completed the challenge, which rewards students for reading during summer break with prizes. It was a record-breaking year for the summer reading challenge at the library. More than 800 students read 27,566 combined books in all of Three Village. The district and public library congratulate all of this year’s participants for continuing to foster their love for reading during the summer. Date Added: 9/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171020 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171020 BOE Recognizes Students The Three Village Central School District Board of Education recognized several students at the start of its Sept. 13 meeting. First, four students - Harry Dong and Lewis Wu from W.S. Mount Elementary School, Srisharan Shankaranarayanan from Arrowhead Elementary School and Ella Churaman from Nassakeag Elementary School – were acknowledged for receiving $400 study grants from the Long Island String Festival Association. These students were recognized as some of the most talented and hardworking string students throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties. The grants went toward private instrument lessons. Ward Melville High School senior Ronald Richardson was then applauded for his life-saving actions during the district’s summer recreation camp. Richardson was a counselor in the program this past summer and used the skills he learned in Ms. Rudiger’s health class at Ward Melville to help a camper who was choking. Without hesitation, Richardson jumped into action to use the Heimlich Maneuver, dislodging the obstruction and saving the fifth grader. The district and board of education thanked Richardson for his swift action, calm demeanor and concern for his campers. Date Added: 9/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171027 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171027 Storyworks Contest Winner Nassakeag Elementary School sixth grader Brandon Song was named a winner in the Challenger Essay Contest through the Scholastic Storyworks program. Song entered the contest as a fifth grader last year and was tasked with writing a speech that tells the story of the Challenger Space Shuttle, including what caused the disaster and what changed as a result. He was selected as a contest winner from nationwide entries and received a $20 e-gift card and certificate. Date Added: 9/13/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=171010 Wed, 13 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false171010 Hexagon Project Winners Students from P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, R.C. Murphy Junior High School and Minnesauke Elementary School were awarded in this year’s Hexagon Project. The Hexagon Project tasks students with recognizing social and global challenges, while using art to reimagine how these challenges can be addressed. The project emphasizes the importance of critical thinking, research and creative expression. All artwork is created in a hexagonal template, which is a metaphor for interdependence and interconnectedness. Several of our National Junior Art Honor Society students had their hexagons selected from more than 1,000 entries by a panel of judges. Congratulations to the following: P.J. Gelinas JHS Sarah Cherlin, Zoe Churgel, Maria Gavrilov, Charlotte Glotch and Elizabeth Wright. R.C. Murphy JHS Godi Kim, Isabelle Chen, Olivia Baird, Haiven Misanes, Paige Roeser and Bianca Chu. Minnesauke Elementary School Antoinette Aprea, Meghan Bell, Emily Casey, Charley Golub, Aya Haider and Olivia Mottola. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 9/12/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170983 Tue, 12 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170983 Honoring Patriot Day Students and staff across the Three Village Central School District honored Patriot Day on Sept. 11. Through in-class lessons and activities, students reflected on the tragic events of 9/11 by remembering the lives lost, those who were impacted and the many heroes who made sacrifices. At several elementary schools across the district, students planted American flags on the front lawn of their buildings. Meanwhile at Ward Melville High School, students and members of the Ward Melville Robotics Team lined the perimeter of the property with flags as a display of remembrance. In addition to the flag tributes, many students and staff members dressed in red, white and blue as a symbol of unity. R.C. Murphy Junior High School social studies teacher Kristin Stelfox participated in an invaluable experience this summer to learn new strategies to effectively teach Three Village students about 9/11. Ms. Stelfox was selected for the inaugural Institute for Educators at the 9/11 Memorial and Museum. She spent five days learning from first responders, museum directors and curators, and leaders in their fields of study on terrorism about how to teach the history of 9/11 and ensure it is a day that is truly never forgotten. Ms. Stelfox presented what she learned to her department so that her experience and knowledge gained can be shared with a greater audience of Three Village students. “This experience was incredibly impactful not only because of the level of access to and caliber of presenters over five days, but because our commitment to never forgetting means we dedicate the time to teaching the next generation of students about the sacrifices and heroism of the day,” she said. Please view Ms. Stelfox’s presentation linked below: Teaching 9/11 Presentation Minnesauke Slideshow Murphy Slideshow Nassakeag Slideshow Ward Melville HS Slideshow Date Added: 9/11/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170951 Mon, 11 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170951 Board of Education Meeting Notices - September 7, 2023 & September 13, 2023 Date Added: 9/7/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170859 Thu, 07 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170859 Welcome Back! Teachers and staff welcomed students back as they returned to their buildings for the first day of school on Sept. 5. The halls were bustling, and students were already engaged in activities in their classrooms. Across the district, students were excited to be back in the classroom for another year. Check out the photos below for a glimpse at the first day across some of our buildings! Arrowhead Gelinas Minnesauke Murphy WMHS Date Added: 9/6/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170831 Wed, 06 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170831 Sophomore Social Incoming sophomores gathered at Ward Melville High School ahead of the first day of school to reunite with old friends, meet new friends and familiarize themselves with their new building. The class was invited to walk through their schedules and check out their classrooms on Sept. 1. They were guided by student government representatives stationed throughout the halls. Following the walk-through, students participated in a “Sophomore Social” – a fun-filled event outside of Ward Melville with music, food trucks and lawn games. The gathering was a fun way to get the newest members of the high school excited for the upcoming year. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 9/5/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170808 Tue, 05 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170808 Pre-K Meet and Greet Our youngest learners got a look at their classroom, met their teachers and made new friends at our Pre-K Meet & Greet sessions on Aug. 31. The excitement among students and their families was evident as they prepare for the upcoming school year. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 9/1/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170787 Fri, 01 Sep 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170787 Staff Kicks off School Year Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kevin Scanlon, alongside district administrators and leaders, welcomed faculty and staff back after summer break at Superintendent’s Conference Day on Aug 30. Staff gathered at Ward Melville High School to kick off the 2023-2024 school year. The day began with opening remarks from Board of Education President Susan E. Megroz Rosenzweig followed by a presentation from Dr. Scanlon. Dr. Scanlon first thanked the district clericals, custodians and grounds crew for their hard work throughout the summer. He reviewed the district’s goals for the upcoming year, as well as gave a brief overview of the strategic planning committee’s work. Finally, Dr. Scanlon wished all staff members a happy, healthy year and reminded them the importance of their daily work. “I hope that all of you this year, look for that happiness in everything you do,” he said. “When you look at the smiles on the children’s faces in front of you, you’re making an impact on future generations.” Following Dr. Scanlon’s remarks, Three Village School Administrators Association President Kerrin Welch-Pollera and Three Village Teachers Association President Brian Pickford welcomed the group. Staff members then dispersed for faculty meetings and time in their classrooms. Additionally, they will participate in a professional development day on Aug. 31. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 8/31/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170758 Thu, 31 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170758 Welcome Back Letter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170676 Mon, 28 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170676 Mount’s Kindergarten Playdate The students got to meet their teachers and played on the playground with their new peers. Date Added: 8/28/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170686 Mon, 28 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170686 Students Take the Stage at Summer Talent Show Three Village students took the stage at Arrowhead Elementary School for an end-of-summer talent show. Students performed songs and dances, played instruments and even told jokes in front of an audience made up of their friends and teachers. The talent show built confidence among students and made for a fun, memorable culmination of one of the district’s summer programs. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 8/23/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170642 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170642 Mestract Policy Board Meetings Notice 2023-2024 Date Added: 8/22/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170627 Tue, 22 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170627 News12 Spotlight Ronald Richardson, a camp counselor for the district’s Recreation Camp, used lifesaving skills he learned in health class at Ward Melville High School to assist Laney Millevoy. Click here to learn more about the story in this News12 feature. Date Added: 8/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170555 Mon, 14 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170555 Art Teacher Pens 14th Article for National Magazine Junior high school art teacher Michael Sacco has been published in the SchoolArts Magazine for the 14th time. The Summer 2023 issue features an article written by Sacco titled, “Go Play with your Toys!” which describes a photography lesson that took place during the pandemic in 2020. While remote learning, students in ninth grade media art, and seventh and eighth grade art were challenged with creating a sense of realism by making small toys fit into life-sized settings. In addition to detailing Sacco’s assignment, the SchoolArts Magazine also features the work of three former P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students — Lilli Hansen-Crowley, Ashton Hopkins and Michael Zhang. Click here to View Full Article Date Added: 8/11/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170545 Fri, 11 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170545 Staff Comes Together for Pickleball Play Many Three Village staff members came together in July for a day filled with fun, friendly competition and making new connections. From seasoned players to first-timers, everyone brought their A-game and showed off some impressive pickleball skills! The event brought smiles to everyone's faces and created an even stronger sense of community among staff members. Date Added: 8/7/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170516 Mon, 07 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170516 2023 Fall Continuing Education Brochure Date Added: 8/7/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170435 Mon, 07 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170435 Math Camp Field Day Students participating in the district’s summer math program practiced their skills while having fun! Throughout the program, students learned several mathematics lessons to prepare for the upcoming school year. They applied what they learned during a culminating field day, featuring several math-themed games and activities including place value Skee-Ball, fraction Jenga, fishing for the difference of numbers, flash card water relay, bowling addition, paper airplane measurement conversions and multiplication corn hole. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 8/3/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170493 Thu, 03 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170493 All Smiles at Summer Recreation The Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Athletics Department offers several summer programs to keep students active and engaged while school is out of session. More than 800 students from across the district are involved in this year’s summer recreation programs between the half-day, full-day and travel camps. Students in the summer recreation programs at W.S. Mount and Minnesauke elementary schools participate in a variety of indoor and outdoor activities each day including sports and outdoor games, art, science discovery, dance and computer time. Meanwhile, the travel camp brings Three Village students to area attractions including beaches, water parks and amusement parks. Not only is each program filled with fun activities, but they also allow students to build relationships with their peers ahead of the upcoming school year. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 8/1/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170460 Tue, 01 Aug 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170460 Carnival Fun Students in the Extended School Year program at Arrowhead took a break from their schoolwork for some carnival fun! Games for all ages were set up throughout the building for students to take part in. Date Added: 7/31/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170451 Mon, 31 Jul 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170451 Summer Fun in Three Village School may be out of session for the summer but the classrooms at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School are bustling for the district’s summer enrichment program. Students entering kindergarten through seventh grade can take part in the program that provides opportunities for hands-on experiences in several special interest areas. From classes that focus on academic interests such as Science FUNdamentals and Eat a Good Book Club, to arts and crafts-themed classes, to food fun-focused sessions like the Summer Snack Squad, there is something for everyone to take part in. Each class enriches the district curriculum and provides opportunities for creative expression. Students have been excited to learn new skills, create projects and meet new friends throughout the summer. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 7/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170382 Thu, 20 Jul 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170382 President’s Volunteer Service Award Hundreds of students across our buildings were named recipients of the 2023 President’s Volunteer Service Award. The award recognizes students who have achieved high numbers of community service hours over a 12-month period. Their commitment to help others ultimately brings us closer together as neighbors, communities and as a nation. These students were recognized during a ceremony at the end of the school year where they were honored for setting a standard of service and inspiring others. Please enjoy the video below celebrating this year’s honorees: https://youtu.be/4za_0rsPmqM Date Added: 7/19/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170361 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170361 Districtwide School Emergency Plan 2023-2024 Any Questions or concerns please reach out toschoolsafety@3villagecsd.k12.ny.us. Date Added: 7/10/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170271 Mon, 10 Jul 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170271 Board Begins New School Year The Three Village Central School District Board of Education held its annual reorganizational meeting on July 5 to commence the 2023-2024 school year. District Clerk Inger Germano swore in reelected trustee Dr. Jeffrey Kerman, as well as newly elected trustees Dr. David McKinnon and Karen Roughley for their three-year terms. Additionally, Susan E. Megroz Rosenzweig and Vincent Vizzo were elected to serve as the board’s president and vice president, respectively. Dr. McKinnon was appointed to serve as the district clerk Pro Tem. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170239 Thu, 06 Jul 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170239 Mindfulness Club This year, students at Setauket Elementary School had the opportunity to join the Mindfulness Club led by Mrs. Henkowicz and Mrs. Pantelidis. Over the course of the year, students learned about the practice of mindfulness, participated in guided meditations and enjoyed activities in which they applied taught strategies to help them manage stress and cope with anxiety. During the last session, students painted rocks with encouraging messages to help spread positivity and happiness around our community. Date Added: 6/30/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170200 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170200 Board of Education Reorganizational Meeting Notice - July 5, 2023 Date Added: 6/30/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170197 Fri, 30 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170197 Congratulations, Class of 2023! Members of the Ward Melville High School Class of 2023 proudly walked through balloon arches and out onto the front lawn of the school on June 25 to celebrate their graduation. Family and friends cheered the soon-to-be graduates on, as the Ward Melville Symphonic Band played “Pomp and Circumstance.” Commencement exercises began with the Pledge of Allegiance led by student government president Mikaeel Zohair, followed by a performance of the Star-Spangled Banner by senior Adam Bear. Principal William Bernhard welcomed the crowd and touted the school’s recent Blue Ribbon School designation, crediting in part, the accomplishments of the graduating class. Additionally, Mr. Bernhard recognized graduating senior Jesse Guise for having perfect attendance since kindergarten – an achievement only recorded one other time in Ward Melville history. Board of Education President Susan E. Megroz Rosenzweig gave opening remarks and offered advice to the Class of 2023. Mr. Bernhard then welcomed this year’s keynote speaker, Dr. Edward T. Bonahue, President of Suffolk County Community College and graduate of Ward Melville High School. Dr. Bonahue praised students for their resiliency during the pandemic and encouraged them to continue to persevere through challenges. Student government president Mikaeel Zohair returned to the podium to reflect on his time at Ward Melville High School. On behalf of the student government, Mikaeel presented the class gift – banners to hang on the campus light poles with messages of Patriot pride. Mr. Bernhard introduced the top academic leaders of the Class of 2023, valedictorian Ava Della Pietra and salutatorian Serene Stoller. Both students delivered speeches that reflected on their journeys. Stoller first touched on the concept of invisibility and encouraged her peers to be leaders, even when it doesn’t require being in the spotlight. “We live in a world that appreciates the strength of vibrant voices and celebrates visible accomplishments,” Serene said. “But we must remember that behind every ground-breaking innovation, every transformative idea and every societal change, there are countless invisible heroes who toiled away, uncelebrated but essential. So, I urge you to seek out the problems that society overlooks and find innovative solutions.” Valedictorian Ava Della Pietra spoke about the importance of being connected and noted how the class will always be connected through their experiences in Three Village. “As we reflect on this chapter in our lives, let’s not forget the value of human connection,” she said. “If you retrace your path through high school, you’ll probably find your most cherished moments brimming with shared experience, because life is so much sweeter when you have someone to share your triumphs and failures with.” Following the remarks, the seniors walked across the stage and received their diplomas from members of the Board of Education. Mr. Bernhard presented the graduating class, and Class of 2023 representative Anna Calise led the turning of the tassels. Students threw their caps into the air, signifying the end of their time at Ward Melville High School. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 6/26/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170126 Tue, 27 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170126 Giving Thanks for Years of Service After years of service to the Three Village Central School District community, Deanna Bavlnka and Irene Gische will be leaving their seats as Board of Education trustees. Throughout her years as a trustee, Ms. Bavlnka has been an advocate for all members of the Three Village school community. She dedicated her time to providing accurate district information to the community through the Three Village Connection Facebook group and worked toward bettering district communication practices. While Ms. Gische has served as a Board trustee for many years, she also was an active member of the district’s theater arts program, volunteering as the costumer for various school productions. Even after her children graduated from the district, she spent countless hours advocating for students, staff and district families. Ms. Bavlnka and Ms. Gische were honored and celebrated during the Board of Education’s last meeting of the year in June. The Three Village Central School District thanks them both for devoting years of service and wishes them the best. Date Added: 6/26/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170104 Mon, 26 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170104 Ward Melville HS will be without power from Tuesday, 6/27 through Friday, 7/7 No one is permitted in the building during this time. The best way to contact Guidance, the building or other staff is via email. If you need to call, please reach out to the Main Office at 631-730-4902 or 631-730-4904. Date Added: 6/26/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170120 Mon, 26 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170120 Board of Education Special Meeting Notice - June 27, 2023 Date Added: 6/26/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170118 Mon, 26 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170118 Moving Up to Ward Melville High School Ninth graders at P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Junior High Schools were surrounded by friends and family at their moving up ceremonies. Students gathered on the front lawn of their respective buildings as they were honored for all of their accomplishments and achievements thus far. At R.C. Murphy Junior High School, Principal Vincent Cereola gave opening and congratulatory remarks before student government co-advisers Ms. Holly Pelzar and Mr. Dan Wolf presented the class gift – a tree to be planted on school grounds. Administrators awarded students with Outstanding Academic Achievement Awards for various subject areas and Assistant Principal Dr. Dawn Nachtigall presented several character and memorial awards to deserving students. In addition, the Three Village Teachers Association announced the winners of two scholarship awards. P.J. Gelinas’ ceremony began with a performance of the national anthem by the Gelinas Chamber Choir. Principal Corinne Keane, Assistant Principal William Corrao and TVTA Vice President for Secondary Schools Dean Kostis gave congratulatory remarks. Additionally, students Shannon Orr and Kaede Urso took the podium to reflect on the class’ time and many memories made at Gelinas. Principals at each of the buildings presented the ninth graders with moving up certificates. The students were wished the best as they head to Ward Melville High School this fall. Gelinas Moving Up Ceremony Murphy Moving Up Ceremony Date Added: 6/23/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170088 Fri, 23 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170088 SENIOR PRE-PROM WALK-THROUGH TODAY 3:00PM – 4:30PM Date Added: 6/22/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=170023 Thu, 22 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false170023 Walk Down Memory Lane Ward Melville High School seniors visited their former elementary schools to walk the halls one final time before graduation. Current elementary school students lined the hallways and cheered on the high school students for their upcoming milestone. Seniors had the opportunity to say thank you to their former teachers and reflected on their years in the Three Village Central School District. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 6/21/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169968 Wed, 21 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169968 BOE Celebrates Newly Tenured Staff Ahead of the Three Village Board of Education’s June 14 meeting, the district honored 24 staff members who were presented with tenure. Each educator was individually recognized and received a certificate to acknowledge this important milestone in their careers. Congratulations to the following staff members: Administrators Erin Connolly – North Country, executive director of student & community services Heather Levine – Nassakeag, principal Nancy Pickford – Minnesauke, principal Karen Mizell – Minnesauke, assistant principal Dr. Deana Rinaldi – Setauket, principal Teachers Melanie Amoroso – Nassakeag, music Catherine Anderson – Nassakeag, physical education Melanie Brendel – Minnesauke, special education Camryn Caggiano – WMHS, art Dianna Gott – WMHS, social worker Seth Hanneken – Arrowhead, special education Dr. Alison Herrschaft – WMHS, social worker Rebecca Keller – Murphy, guidance Alyssa Lydon – Murphy, family & consumer sciences Katherine Mucci – Murphy, English Janine Slavin – Nassakeag, teacher Sean Rienzi – Arrowhead, special education Nicole Ullah – Minnesauke, teacher Debra Zucchero – Arrowhead, special education Teaching Assistants Tina Damico – WMHS, teaching assistant Colleen Daly – WMHS, teaching assistant Jennifer O’Boyle – Minnesauke, teaching assistant Jennifer Sanchez – Arrowhead, teaching assistant Frances Scaglione – Arrowhead, teaching assistant Date Added: 6/21/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169994 Wed, 21 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169994 BOE Celebrates June Honorees The June 14 meeting of the Three Village Board of Education was filled with students and staff recognitions. The board honored recent achievements in several areas including academics, athletics and extracurricular activities. Executive Director of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Athletics first recognized several spring sports teams and student-athletes. He noted all of Ward Melville High School’s varsity teams made it to the playoffs this year and that Ward Melville earned a Scholar-Athlete School of Distinction Award. Several teams and individual athletes were recognized for post-season honors. Additionally, boys golf coach Bob Spiro earned the title of National Federation of High Schools New York State Boys Golf Coach of the Year. The P.J. Gelinas Junior High School and Ward Melville High School Science Olympiad teams were also recognized for both qualifying to compete in the national tournament in Kansas. Similarly, the Ward Melville DECA team was honored for having eight of its members qualify for the international competition. Senior Joe Sciotto was acknowledged for his work in science research. The InSTAR student recently represented Ward Melville High School at the International Science and Engineering Fair in Dallas, Texas. His project focused on studying the mineral content of Martian soils. The Ward Melville High School Debate Team was honored for winning big at the New York State Forensic League’s State Championship Tournament. At this competition, all of Ward Melville’s members made it to the elimination rounds. The final student recognition of the evening acknowledged the P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students who participated in the Middle School Physics Olympiad earlier this year. Of the 12 students who participated, all scored in the top tenth percentile. Before moving on with the rest of the meeting agenda, Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kevin Scanlon thanked outgoing board trustees Deanna Bavlnka and Irene Gische, as well as senior student representative to the board Mikaeel Zohair for their service to the Three Village school community. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 6/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169928 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169928 Students Place in World Language Competition The Long Island Language Teachers sponsored its annual Student World Language Competition this past spring. Ward Melville High School had seven students taking Spanish place in the top three for the Written Original Poetry and Written Original Essay categories. In the Written Original Poetry AP/IB/College category, Natalie Dreyer placed first, Gabriella Azab and Emma Li tied for second place, and Annabelle Katsamakis placed third. In the Written Original Poetry B2 category Ava Perrotta placed third. In the Written Original Essay AP/IB/College category Tara Parsa and Adam Bear tied for first place. All entries to the LILT contest were submitted by Ward Melville High School Spanish teacher Mrs. Lorenzo Date Added: 6/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169937 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169937 LISFA Scholarship An additional Three Village student was awarded a scholarship by the Long Island String Festival Association. Nassakeag Elementary School fifth grade violinist Ella Curaman won a study grant to be used toward a private instrument lesson. Congratulations, Ella! Date Added: 6/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169951 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169951 Rachel’s Challenge Celebration Arrowhead Elementary School held its Rachel’s Challenge End-of-Year Celebration. Rachel’s Challenge seeks to improve school culture throughout the nation through building kindness, connection and resilience. For the past 11 years, Arrowhead Elementary School has celebrated this event with games and activities to honor its commitment to making the building a caring, accepting and inclusive community. Throughout the school year, Arrowhead students collect “links of kindness.” The links are connected at the Rachel’s Challenge event to visualize the growth of kindness since September. Arrowhead’s mascot, CARES the Bear, makes an appearance at the event each year. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 6/16/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169892 Fri, 16 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169892 Three Village Celebrates Flag Day Students across the district celebrated Flag Day on June 14. Holly Brainard, a trustee with the Three Village Historical Society, visited Nassakeag Elementary School ahead of the holiday. She taught fifth grade classes the history of the American flag, the United States Flag Code and how to fold the flag. On Flag Day, Nassakeag held an outdoor celebration Setauket Elementary School held a building wide celebration. Students gathered out front of the school to watch the flag be raised as “Taps” was played by student-musicians in the background. During the posting of the flag, Setauket Elementary School parents who are veterans were honored. Additionally, there were patriotic performances from the fifth and sixth grade advanced band, as well as grade-level presentations of “You’re a Grand Old Flag,” “Yankee Doodle,” “My Country ‘Tis of Thee,” “This Land is Your Land,” and “America the Beautiful.” Additionally, students read the winning poems from a poetry contest to the audience made up of their peers and families. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 6/15/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169833 Thu, 15 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169833 Butch Dellecave Award Nominees Congratulations to Andrew Belli and Eliana Hamou for being selected as Ward Melville High School’s Butch Dellecave Award Nominees. The Dellecave Award recognizes the top student-athletes in the county for their performance on the field, in the classroom and in the community. Andrew was selected for his success on the football and lacrosse field. He helped the Ward Melville football team earn its first Suffolk County championship since 1987. Eliana was selected for her hard work on the soccer field and helping Ward Melville earn its first New York State championship for girls soccer. Both are standout students in the classroom and have done so much outside of school to help the community. They represented Ward Melville with class, respect and determination on and off the field during their time as student-athletes. Date Added: 6/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169783 Wed, 14 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169783 Spanish Language Achievement Awards Sofia Duran, a senior at Ward Melville High School in the Three Village Central School District, is being recognized for her accomplishments in Spanish by the Long Island Language Teachers, Inc. The organization is made up of language educators in Nassau and Suffolk counties and is committed to providing opportunities for students to develop content knowledge and professional skills. Sofia was awarded the Superior Achievement in Spanish recognition after being nominated by Spanish Honor Society adviser, Mrs. Lorenzo. Additionally, she is one of two recipients of the annual Lucille DiPietro Lambert LILT Student Award for Excellence in World Language Studies. This award is presented to graduating seniors whose teachers can acknowledge fine language achievement. Duran was nominated for this award by her AP Spanish teacher, Mrs. Geoninatti and will receive a $500 scholarship. Sofia is the president of the Spanish Honor Society at Ward Melville High School. She intends to pursue a career as a Spanish language teacher and will be attending the University of Tampa this fall. Date Added: 6/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169805 Wed, 14 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169805 Alumni Speak with Student-Athletes Former Ward Melville High School student-athletes who currently play a collegiate sport visited their roots to talk to current high school student-athletes. Ward Melville High School’s Mental Health and Performance coach Leah Jantzen invited six graduates back to the building to speak with junior varsity and varsity athletes who are considering, or have committed to, playing their respective sports at the next level. The panel of Ward Melville graduates discussed balancing college life, classes and their sport, the recruiting process, the transition to being a college athlete and how the Three Village Central School District prepared them for where they are today. Ms. Jantzen led the panel discussion through various topics before high school athletes had the opportunity to ask questions on their own. The experience gave current high schoolers a glimpse into a college athlete’s daily routine while inspiring them to follow their passions after graduation. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 6/13/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169760 Tue, 13 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169760 Recess Helpers at Setauket This school year, Setauket Elementary School kicked off its Recess Helpers program. Older students in the building in fourth through sixth grade were selected to be Recess Helpers through teacher nominations and displaying ROCKS behavior – being responsible, open-minded, cooperative, kind and safe. These students pushed into kindergarten through second grade recess times to interact with students, while encouraging model behaviors. The younger students were excited to connect with their older peers and make new friends. Setauket Elementary School hopes to grow its Recess Helpers program next year after its successful pilot. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 6/12/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169702 Mon, 12 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169702 Seal of Biliteracy Recipients Four Ward Melville High School seniors earned the Seal of Biliteracy, a recognition from New York State that honors high school students who have attained a high level of proficiency in English and one or more world languages. Congratulations to the following students: * Aleyna Aydogdu, Turkish * Michaela Dowd, Italian * Carlo Fontanini, Italian * Emma McKinnon, Italian These students demonstrated their high proficiency in their respective language by researching a topic of interest and presenting their research to a committee. The Seal of Biliteracy encourages the study of languages while preparing students with 21st century skills. It helps identifying high school graduates with language skills for employers and college admissions officers. Date Added: 6/9/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169633 Fri, 09 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169633 Board of Education Committee & Regular Meeting Notice - June 12th and June 14th Date Added: 6/9/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169654 Fri, 09 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169654 Students Named Winners of National Writing Award Two Ward Melville High School students were named winners of the 2023 National Council of Teachers of English Achievements Awards in Writing. Congratulations to Serena Carpino and Rachel Rose for earning the First Class Distinction from New York. This year, schools across the country nominated 360 students to participate in the Achievement Awards in Writing Program for NCTE. Of those, 114 were selected to receive the First Class designation, 131 received the Superior designation, 71 received the Excellent designation and 31 received the Merit designation. Papers were judged on content, purpose, audience, tone, word choice, organization, development and style. Date Added: 6/8/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169605 Thu, 08 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169605 Student-Musicians Receive LISFA Scholarships Several Three Village Central School District students were awarded scholarships by the Long Island String Festival Association. Congratulations to W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth grader Harry Dong, sixth grader Lewis Wu and Arrowhead Elementary School fifth grader Srisharan Shankaranarayanan. Each of the students were awarded a $400 study grant to use toward their private instrument lessons. They were selected based on a teacher recommendation and a letter they wrote voicing why they wanted to be considered for the scholarship. Date Added: 6/7/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169561 Wed, 07 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169561 Community Event 6/9/23 Date Added: 6/6/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169501 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169501 Valedictorian Recognition Ward Melville High School Class of 2023 valedictorian, Ava Della Pietra, was honored at the Suffolk County School Superintendents Association 29th annual Valedictorians Luncheon on June 1. Ava joined other valedictorians from across the county in being recognized for their high achievements. Date Added: 6/6/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169521 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169521 Health Class Infographics Students in Mrs. Monahan’s health class at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School collaborated with Ms. Connelly in the library to create infographics about different diseases. Students researched the diseases and used Canva to creatively present the information they learned. Date Added: 5/31/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169342 Wed, 31 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169342 WMHS Art & Tech Show Join us Wednesday, May 31 for the 21st annual Ward Melville High School Art & Tech Show. Details can be found on the attached image. Date Added: 5/31/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169333 Wed, 31 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169333 Student-Athletes Commit to Colleges Thirty-nine Ward Melville High School student-athletes were celebrated during a brief ceremony for continuing their respective sports at the collegiate level this fall. Students were surrounded by their families and coaches as they were individually recognized by Executive Director of Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Athletics Kevin Finnerty. Principal William Bernhard thanked each athlete for contributing to Ward Melville High School’s history of excellence. The district congratulates the following students and wishes them the best of luck as they continue their athletic careers: Nikolas Barbero – Siena College, lacrosse Max Behar – Hamilton College, football Nicholas Bruckner – Harvard University, lacrosse Brendan Buncke – Limestone University, lacrosse Daniel Cosentino – LIU Post, lacrosse Catie Edson – Manhattan College, lacrosse Jack Friend – University of Maine, baseball Nicholas Gaffney – Hobart College, football Charles Giachetti – St. John Fisher University, lacrosse Kyra Giannelli – SUNY Geneseo, field hockey Julia Greek – SUNY Plattsburgh, basketball Mackenzie Heaney – Framingham State University, volleyball Victoria Killigrew – Western Connecticut State University, softball Mike Kitevski – Boston University, lacrosse Kira Kronenberg – Rochester Institute of Technology, tennis Hanna Lebens – SUNY Cortland, lacrosse Philip Manitt – LIU Brooklyn, fencing Alex Moraitis – Caldwell College, baseball Elyse Munoz – Molloy College, soccer Trevor Murray – University of Mary Washington, lacrosse Alicea Pepitone – University of South Florida, softball Benjamin Perrotta – SUNY Oswego, lacrosse Jaron Popp – Sacred Heart University, volleyball Richard Ragonese – Misericordia University, volleyball Thomas Ruehle – Southern Arkansas University, baseball Abigail Sasson – Vassar College, track and field Benjamin Thayer – SUNY Oneonta, lacrosse Aidan Valeiko – Connecticut College, lacrosse Lorenzo Velez – Utica University, football Dylan Verby – Worcester State University, soccer Kristin Vosswinkel – Hamilton College, lacrosse Gabrielle Walker – Shippensburg University, soccer Emma Ward – Connecticut College, soccer Dean Ward – SUNY Oswego, soccer Charlie West – University of Connecticut, baseball Raina Willie – SUNY Oneonta, swimming Wyatt Wiskoff – Suffolk County Community College, baseball Isabel Xu – California Institute of Technology, swimming Jace Yannucciello – Muhlenberg College, wrestling Date Added: 5/26/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169274 Fri, 26 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169274 LI Math Fair Highest Award Winner Ward Melville High School junior Alexander Huang was awarded the prestigious Alice Griswold Memorial Award at the 2023 Long Island Math Fair. Huang participated in the fair held at Hofstra University through his affiliation with the Institute of Creative Problem Solving and presented a paper on the subject of magic squares. The Alice Griswold Memorial Award is given to an 11th grade student with the most outstanding paper and presentation. Date Added: 5/26/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169278 Fri, 26 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169278 Career Speaker Series Ward Melville High School students connected with local professionals during the Career Speaker Series on May 22. Two panels of experts representing the fields of healthcare, business, finance and marketing visited the high school to help guide students with important career-related decisions. The panels spoke to students about how they got into their fields and worked their way up to their current positions. The event was organized by the Three Village Industry Advisory Board. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 5/25/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169241 Thu, 25 May 2023 07:00:00 GMT false169241 Sticker Shock Campaign Ward Melville High School students set out around town to spread messages about the importance of preventing underage drinking. Spring semester health classes participated in the Sticker Shock Campaign through the Town of Brookhaven’s Drug Prevention Coalition. They were tasked with creating sticker slogans and designs to remind adults of the dangers of purchasing alcohol and vape products for minors. The Drug Prevention Coalition selected three finalists for print, and students “shocked” the town by placing the stickers on products at local businesses. Students traveled to Setauket Beverage, 7-Eleven on Old Town Road and the Setauket Pasteria to strategically place the stickers on alcoholic beverage cases, take out bags and pizza boxes. The activity is a youth-driven approach designed to reduce underage drinking, while allowing students to have a voice in addressing the problem. Date Added: 5/25/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169206 Thu, 25 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169206 Students Place in Statewide Math Competition The Three Village Central School District made its mark in Albany at the First in Math Statewide Math Tournament. Nassakeag Elementary School students Catherine Hu, Talinn Kim and Easton Tang came in first place for all of third grade in New York State, whereas W.S. Mount Elementary School students Aurna Chakraborty, Michael Gerber and Isaac Wang came in second place for first grade. Back in March, these students won the First in Math Regional Contest for their respective grade levels, which qualified them to advance to the in-person state competition. At the state contest, the first graders competed with a “ten-wheel game” and third graders competed with a “factor wheel game.” All Three Village students made it to the final round, where they had to make a presentation using precise mathematical language to present the strategies they used while making the wheels. They also had to model the equations they used to make 10 or find a common factor. The district congratulates these students on their achievements and for representing Three Village at the state level. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 5/25/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169229 Thu, 25 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169229 Poetry Day Ward Melville High School held Poetry Day on May 19. During the celebration of literature, students and staff shared some of their favorite poems and even verses they wrote themselves. In addition to the English classes that attended, student-musicians performed musical interludes throughout the day. Date Added: 5/24/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169181 Wed, 24 May 2023 06:00:00 GMT false169181 World Language Week Students and staff from P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Junior High Schools celebrated World Language Week earlier this month. Students participated in a scavenger hunt and a “Just Dance” competition with music from the French, Italian and Spanish cultures. Additionally, they enjoyed French, Italian and Spanish pastries, and participated in a travel exhibit throughout the hallways. Date Added: 5/24/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169184 Wed, 24 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169184 Board of Education Special Meeting Notice - May 25, 2023 Date Added: 5/24/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169163 Wed, 24 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169163 Long Island Science Congress Participants Science Research II students at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School recently participated in the Long Island Science Congress Fair. Students from across Long Island enter their research projects in the adjudicated exhibition each year. Five Gelinas JHS students received honorable mentions for their work. Congratulations to Dasun Abeykoon, Ben Haase, Roan Hansen-Crowley, Eric Zhong and Gavin Plume. Date Added: 5/23/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169119 Tue, 23 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169119 BOE Recognizes Murphy Science Olympiad Team The Board of Education recognized members of the R.C. Murphy Junior High School Science Olympiad team at its May 16 meeting. The team finished in eighth place in the New York State competition with top tier placements in several categories. This is a remarkable achievement as there are 285 Science Olympiad teams in New York, with 40 of them participating in the state competition. Science Olympiad consists of 23 team events ranging from topics including life science, earth science, chemistry and technology. Some events are test events while others involve hands-on building and experimentation. Date Added: 5/22/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169069 Mon, 22 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169069 Day to Shine Students shined bright at the Day to Shine event held on May 19. Students from each of the district’s buildings gathered at Ward Melville High School for a day full of athletic events and outdoor activities. Groups of students from each building entered onto the field through an inflatable tunnel to the cheers of their peers and teachers. They took turns participating in events by grade level including a 100-meter dash, a hurdle race and a 400-meter run. Afterward, the athletes participated in field games and received medals for their efforts and hard work. This was the first year the Day to Shine event returned to Ward Melville since the pandemic. Ahead of the event, many buildings held send-offs and pep rallies to wish their peers the best. The student-athletes were excited to participate in the event that promoted inclusion and empowerment. Date Added: 5/24/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169160 Fri, 19 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169160 ALS Ride for Life Stops in Three Village The Ride for Life made its way across Three Village on May 16, making stops at Arrowhead Elementary School, R.C. Murphy Junior High School and Ward Melville High School. The Ride for Life is a major advocacy event to raise awareness about ALS and funds for patient support services. Patients with ALS led the journey through Three Village while students lined up outside their schools, cheering positive messages. Local fire departments allowed for a grand entrance at each of the buildings. At Arrowhead Elementary School, students presented the ALS Ride for Life with a $1,185 check. Mrs. Giambalvo and Mrs. Callan's fifth grade class, and Mrs. Schwarz’s fourth grade class, raised the money by selling ice pops, ALS bracelets and collecting donations during lunch periods. At R.C. Murphy Junior High School, the ninth grade chamber choir put on a performance for the organization. Click here to view the Arrowhead Elementary photo slideshow. Click here to view the R.C. Murphy Jr. High School photo slideshow. Date Added: 5/23/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=169099 Thu, 18 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false169099 Mount Students Display ‘Volume Zoo’ Fifth graders in Ms. Baldante and Mr. Hobbes’ classes at W.S. Mount Elementary School created a zoo of animals on display during an interdisciplinary project. Students first read the book, “The One and Only Ivan,” a story told by the point of view of a gorilla who lived 27 years in captivity. Students then researched articles that detailed the pros and cons of zoos. They took their own stance on the topic and wrote an argumentative essay defending their point of view. At the same time, the fifth graders were learning about volume during math. They were then tasked with building 3D zoo animals using paper, cardboard and other materials. Students measured each body part and found the volume of the full animal, tying the project and different subject areas together. Date Added: 5/18/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168994 Thu, 18 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168994 Superintendent Message 5/17/23 Good afternoon. This is Dr. Scanlon, Superintendent of Schools for the Three Village Central School District. Recently, the district was informed of inappropriate comments involving race and antisemitism that were shared among several secondary students. An investigation into this matter immediately commenced and the individuals responsible have received consequences based upon our Code of Conduct. As a district, it is our mission to create a safe, supportive learning environment that promotes mutual understanding and appreciate of people of all backgrounds. Actions against this will not be tolerated. I ask for your support in having age-appropriate conversations with your children about the proper use of technology and the impact of words and actions. The district will continue to make the safety and security of our students a priority. Thank you. Date Added: 5/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168966 Wed, 17 May 2023 21:00:00 GMT false168966 Debate Team Members Win Big at State Tournament The Ward Melville High School Debate Team scored big at the New York State Forensic League’s State Championship Tournament at Bronx High School of Science and Scarsdale High School the weekend of April 29. All of Ward Melville’s competitors made it to the elimination rounds of the tournament. Notably, junior Anna Potekhin won all three elimination rounds in Intermediate Lincoln Douglas Debate. She argued both sides of the resolution, “The justices of the Supreme Court of the United States ought to be term-limited.” After advancing to the final round, Anna won second place. Additionally, sophomore Keifer Stroff and Gelinas Junior High School ninth grader Olivia Miller secured medals as double octo finalists in Public Forum Debate after five rounds of qualifiers. The duo argued both sides of the resolution, “The United States Federal Government should ban the collection of personal data through biometric recognition technology.” "These end-of-season accomplishments are, without a doubt, due to the diligence and hard work on the part of each of these exceptional WMHS Debate Team students,” team adviser Cynthia Porter said. “The 2022-23 season has been a learning curve of local of wins and losses. The students pooled all of their learning and determination at the state championship. I am so very proud to work with such a dedicated team.” The team extends a special thanks to Ms. Lisa Crispino for her tireless efforts as traveling team judge at the 2022-23 season's competition venues and state championship. Date Added: 5/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168934 Wed, 17 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168934 Budget Results / Resultados del Presupuestro Budget Results – Budget Passes Yes – 2,332 No – 1,559 Board Election Results: Karen Roughley – 2,222 * David McKinnon – 2,101 * Kristen Gironda – 1,423 Gabriela Alvanos – 1,511 Jeffrey Kerman – 1,777 * Michele Siegel – 1,524 *indicates the individuals who were elected ---------- Resultados del presupuesto: presupuesto aprobado Sí – 2,332 No – 1,559 Resultados de las elecciones de la junta: Karen Roughley – 2,222 * David McKinnon – 2,101 * Kristen Gironda – 1,423 Gabriela Alvanos – 1,511 Jeffrey Kerman – 1,777 * Michele Siegel – 1,524 *indica las personas que fueron elegidas Date Added: 5/16/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168909 Wed, 17 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT false168909 Students Sweep Essay Contest Three Village Central School District students swept the Long Island Authors’ Group second annual Essay Challenge, earning first, second and third place. The contest is open to all public school students in Nassau and Suffolk counties and this year, 20 school districts had students compete. The essay contest motivates students to express and share their feelings, thoughts and concerns through writing. Students could choose from two prompts – utilizing the five senses, describe the impact a visit to a Long Island site had on you, or describe a crucial issue or obstacle facing Long Island youth, and ways in which the youth can mobilize to address it. Congratulations to the following Three Village students: Tyler Matukonis, grade 10, first place – “Long Island Youth Will Save The Environment.” August Hatcher-Robertson, grade 12, second place – “Long Island Aquarium” Alenna Lin, grade 11, third place – “Avalon Park-July 10” Date Added: 5/16/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168878 Tue, 16 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168878 R.C. Murphy Heritage Day R.C. Murphy Junior High School honored its namesake, Robert Cushman Murphy, with its first Heritage Day on April 29. The event featured visits with local museums and hands-on science activities to celebrate Murphy’s legacy as a naturalist, curator at the Museum of Natural History, environmentalist and explorer. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 5/15/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168842 Mon, 15 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168842 Healthy Eating Mural Sixth graders at Arrowhead Elementary School recently completed an art project to beautify the cafeteria. The entire sixth grade took part in creating a mural that followed the theme, “healthy eating.” Art teachers Rachel Inversa and Lisa Cappiello guided students through the months-long project. Date Added: 5/15/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168833 Mon, 15 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168833 Brookhaven’s Got Talent Art Show Congratulations to Three Village Academy student Emma Riutta for having their artwork accepted into the Brookhaven’s Got Talent student art show! The theme of this year’s art show was ““Keeping Strong through the Pandemic.” Artwork chosen for the show will be on display at Brookhaven Town Hall throughout the month of May. Date Added: 5/12/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168779 Fri, 12 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168779 Minnesauke Art Show Minnesauke Elementary School held its art show on May 11. Please see the slideshow linked below to view student work. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 5/12/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168790 Fri, 12 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168790 Students Named Winners in Poetry Contest Two junior high school students were honored in the 2023 Walt Whitman Poetry Contest. Amartya Das, an eighth grader at R.C. Murphy Junior High School, and Allie Harrison, an eighth grader at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, both were named winners for their individual poems in the grades 7-8 category. Das’ poem was, “Endless Flow,” and Harrison’s was, “My Knot of Life.” This year’s theme of the annual Walt Whitman Poetry Contest was “I am large… I contain multitudes,” from Whitman’s poem, “Song of Myself.” Students were challenged to use their poetic voice to share the multitudes within themselves in 30 lines or less. Das and Harrison are invited to an award ceremony at the Walt Whitman Birthplace Museum later this month. Date Added: 5/11/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168750 Thu, 11 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168750 Suffolk Zone Award Winners Ward Melville High School seniors Elyse Munoz and Andrew Powell are this year’s Three Village recipients of the Suffolk Zone Award given by the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance. Each year, the Suffolk Zone honors two graduating students from each high school for outstanding physical education and health education achievement. Munoz and Powell were nominated by their physical education teachers Mr. Chacon and Mrs. Triolo for their achievement in class, as well as their character, leadership and passion for health and physical education. Date Added: 5/10/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168698 Wed, 10 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168698 Murphy Holocaust Remembrance Daffodil Project Eighth graders at R.C. Murphy Junior High School have created a bright display as part of the building’s Holocaust Remembrance Daffodil Project. In English classes, students first worked through an interactive slideshow that thoughtfully reviewed the Holocaust, survivors and upstanders. It was created by the building’s DEI Committee and was cited from the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum website. Afterward, students crafted tissue paper daffodils and displayed them on a hand-painted mural near the main lobby. This public display respectfully honors the millions of lives lost in the Holocaust. It also aligns with the national Daffodil Project, which aspires to build a worldwide living Holocaust memorial by planting daffodils around the globe. The project is a buildingwide collaboration between Murphy JHS students, the DEI Committee, art teachers, English teachers and school librarians. Date Added: 5/9/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168647 Tue, 09 May 2023 05:00:00 GMT false168647 Emma Clark Library Bookmark Contest Winners The Emma S. Clark Memorial Library held its 8th annual Kid’s Bookmark Contest where kindergarten through sixth grade students were invited to create an original bookmark. Winners have the honor of their bookmarks being professionally printed and distributed at the library throughout the year. Congratulations to this year’s winners: Grades K – 2 category: Nayonika Shrivastava, second grade at Setauket Elementary School Grades 3 & 4 category: Catherine Yin, third grade at Minnesauke Elementary School Grades 5 & 6 category: Cindy Zhao, fifth grade at Minnesauke Elementary School All 75 entries for this year’s contest are currently on display in the children’s department for the community to enjoy. Photo credit: Emma S. Clark Memorial Library Date Added: 5/9/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168662 Tue, 09 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168662 Sports Physicals: Important Dates and Information Dear Parents, Murphy, Gelinas, and Ward Melville Schools will be offering sports physicals for any student who wants to have a physical completed for next school year. All students need a valid physical to play sports, but you can always provide a physical from your child’s doctor. Students do not have to have their physicals performed here in the District to play sports, but we like to offer this option to our students. If you wish to have your child’s physical completed in the District, please see the information below. Thursday May 11th- Murphy @ 2:30 in the Murphy Health office Tuesday May 16th – Gelinas @ 2:30 in the Gelinas Health office Tuesday May 23rd - Ward Melville @ 2:00 in the Ward Melville Health office Current 6th graders may go to their perspective junior high schools after their school day has ended. Current 7, 8, and 9th graders can stay at their perspective junior high schools Current 10 and 11th graders can have their physicals completed at Ward Melville HS. All students must a bring a completed and signed consent form to be seen by our school doctor. The consent form is attached and available on our athletic website as well. In an effort to make the physicals run smoothly and as quick as possible, we encourage students to get “pre-screened” by their current school nurse during the school day prior to the physical. Pre-screening involves vitals – blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate, height, weight, BMI, hearing, and vision. Students do not have to be pre-screened prior to their physical, but it helps speed up the physical process for us. If you have any questions, feel free to contact your child’s nurse or the Athletic Office. Thank you, Kevin Finnerty Date Added: 5/9/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168635 Tue, 09 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168635 Autism Awareness and Acceptance at Arrowhead Arrowhead Elementary School closed out Autism Acceptance Month with its second annual walk to raise awareness. Students created motivational flyers, posters and signs to display as they paraded outside the building. Additionally, students from each grade level were chosen as Autism Ambassadors and shared their thoughts and reflections during a ceremony. A $1475 check was presented to the school raised from fundraising events throughout the month. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 5/8/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168612 Mon, 08 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168612 Student Achievements Honored at BOE Meeting At the May 3 Board of Education meeting, several students were honored for recent achievements. The first recognition acknowledged three first graders from Mount Elementary School – Aurna Chakraborty, Michael Gerber and Isaac Wang – and three third graders from Nassakeag Elementary School – Catherine Hu, Talinn Kim and Easton Tang. These students qualified to compete First in Math statewide championship. They excelled in the virtual regional qualifier round last month and will head to Albany to compete in the final round in-person. Additionally, the Board of Education recognized the achievements of the Invictus Yearbook staff at Ward Melville High School. Members of the Yearbook Club recently traveled to San Francisco, California to attend the Journalism Education Association/National Scholastic Press Association National Yearbook Convention. The 2022 Ward Melville High School Invictus Yearbook was awarded third place for Best in Show. Several Ward Melville students also took home awards for their work in several categories including photo illustration, infographics, advertising, cover sheets, theme layout and photography. Date Added: 5/8/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168626 Mon, 08 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168626 Dinner Around the World Families recently came together for “Dinner Around the World,” an event hosted by the district’s ENL department. Families shared the many different cultures that exist within the program and celebrated the similarities that bond us together. At the event, they were able to scan QR codes to view student work and see photos of students in class. Additionally, they shared traditional dishes from several countries while enjoying music and dancing. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 5/5/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168565 Fri, 05 May 2023 05:00:00 GMT false168565 Spring Into Art & Tech Show Three Village students created beautiful pieces of art that were recently displayed at the Spring into Art & Tech show held at Stony Brook University. Please see the slideshow below to view several works. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 5/5/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168550 Fri, 05 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168550 WMHS Student Receives Top Reflections Award UPDATE: Ward Melville High School student Sarina Policastro won the top award in the National PTA Reflections program for film – the Outstanding Interpretation Award. Policastro’s animation, “Amira’s Letter’s” previously won the Award of Excellence, which was the highest honor in her category in the New York State competition. Policastro is one of only seven Outstanding Interpretation awardees, chosen from the 900 student entries from state PTAs. Ward Melville High School student Sarina Policastro won the top award in the state in the New York State PTA Reflections Program. The program encouraged students to show their artistic interpretation of this year’s theme, “Show Your Voice” in six art categories. Sarina received the Award of Excellence in the senior division of the film production category for her animation, “Amira’s Letters.” Sarina was one of only 30 students in New York to receive the Award of Excellence. She moves on to the national level of judging with winners being announced in May. Watch ‘Amira’s Letters’ here. Date Added: 4/18/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168008 Fri, 05 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168008 Collaborative Art Ward Melville High School students brought designs created by first graders to life during a recent collaborative art project. First graders in Debbie Michalski’s class at Arrowhead Elementary School sketched character drawings using pencils. The drawings were then handed over to Courtney Weisman's graphic class at Ward Melville where students turned them into colorful works of fine art. Once the graphic design pieces were complete. Ms. Weisman’s class visited Arrowhead Elementary School to unveil the creations. Students were excited to see their pencil sketches brought to life and connect with the older students. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 5/4/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168524 Thu, 04 May 2023 06:00:00 GMT false168524 DECA Team Competes in International Conference Ward Melville High School’s DECA team recently competed in the 2023 International Career Development Conference in Orlando, Florida. More than 22,000 high school students gathered to compete and develop knowledge and skills for college and careers. Peter Sloniewsky, David Wu, Catherine Park, Eric Wang, Alexandra Duan, Vivian Ye, Madeena Jalili and Amal Sani not only represented the local Ward Melville DECA chapter, but also the state of New York, after placing top five in their event at the New York State Career Conference in March. Peter Sloniewsky and David Wu competed as a team in the Financial Services Team Decision Making event and were named top 20 finalists. Congratulations to the entire DECA team and their advisers, Ms. Littman and Mr. Sudama. Date Added: 5/4/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168522 Thu, 04 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168522 District Shares Programs with Teachers from Wales Educators from Wales recently visited Setauket Elementary School to learn more about the American education system. Since 2021, Wales has been undergoing major changes in its education system and Welsh teachers have been visiting countries all over the world. The Three Village Central School District was honored to have been selected as a model for these traveling teachers to visit. During their trip to Setauket Elementary School, Welsh teachers observed all facets of a typical school day. They took part in the building’s new Wellness Walk which provides students with several resources to promote their social-emotional health, visited the Zen Den meditation area, participated in hands-on STEM activities, listened to student-musicians perform and got a sneak peek at the library’s upcoming Makerspace. Additionally, the visitors met with the Three Village Historical Society. Setauket Elementary School was grateful to have the opportunity to share so many of its special programs. Click here to view a photo gallery. Date Added: 5/3/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168493 Wed, 03 May 2023 05:00:00 GMT false168493 Paying it Forward with Paws Students at Nassakeag Elementary School were visited by a four-legged friend who helped teach them the importance of paying it forward. Local author Sarah Zagaja visited Nassakeag to read her story, “Raising Betty.” “Raising Betty” paints the picture of how Zagaja and her family raised a golden retriever puppy to become a guide dog. They began raising guide dogs as a way to pay forward the kindness they received after losing their home in a fire. Now Zagaja spreads her message of “Paying it Forward with Paws” to students across the area. During Zagaja’s first visit to Nassakeag Elementary, she brought her therapy dog Fenway. Fenway was initially trained to be a guide dog and showed off some of her tricks to students during an assembly. Students learned the dos and don’ts of how to interact with therapy and service dogs, as well as they many ways they benefit humans’ lives. Fenway has been visiting classrooms at Nassakeag Elementary School since her first visit. Students were excited to interact with her and it was evident Fenway brought joy to each and every classroom. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 5/3/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168483 Wed, 03 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168483 Battle of the Classes Patriot pride was on display April 26 during Ward Melville High School’s Battle of the Classes. The event was run by the Ward Melville Student Government and consisted of a series of fun games that bolstered school spirit and competition between grades. Students participated in games including musical chairs, a baton relay race, an obstacle course and tug-of-war. The excitement was evident among all three grade levels as they cheered for their teams throughout the afternoon. This buzz about Battle of the Classes was carried over from previous days, during which the Student Government put on a festive spring spirit week. Days included ‘dress like your favorite teacher day,’ holiday day, twisted Tuesday and color wars. Additionally, small competitions were held in school each day of the week to build enthusiasm about Battle of the Classes. Students got to participate in fun competitions such as teacher trivia, finish the lyric, a digital scavenger hunt and a jellybean guessing game. Overall, Ward Melville displayed a heightened sense of school pride between the festive spirit days and mini competitions. Battle of the Classes was the final day in this series of events, and in the end, the seniors won! Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 5/3/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168440 Wed, 03 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168440 NYS AHPERD Thanks District At the April 26 Three Village Central School District Board of Education meeting, the Suffolk Zone of the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance presented the district with an honor for its recent participation in the Suffolk Zone conference. This past fall, Ward Melville High School hosted more than 1,000 physical education teachers to share and collaborate with one another at the annual conference. Suffolk Zone President Lori Hewlett and past President Kerry Hogan thanked the district for its accommodations and presented Kevin Finnerty, executive director of health, physical education, recreation and athletics, with a plaque. Date Added: 5/2/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168405 Tue, 02 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168405 Students Learn Coding with Ozobots Third, fourth and fifth graders at Minnesauke Elementary recently completed robotics lessons in the library using Ozobots. Ozobots are small robots used as an introduction to coding. Students used markers to create color-coded paths that dictate the robot’s direction and speed. Third graders created paths that focused on collecting recycling items for Earth Day, fourth graders learned about similes and fifth graders coded maps to reflect their favorite poems. The activity taught students at each grade level basic coding concepts, cause and effect and programming. Click here to view photo slideshow. Date Added: 5/1/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168379 Mon, 01 May 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168379 Names, Not Numbers: A Holocaust Memorial Documentary Film Screening Click here for more information Date Added: 4/28/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168348 Fri, 28 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168348 Students Advance to Statewide Math Competition Six Three Village Central School District students qualified to advance to the statewide First In Math competition. Congratulations to first graders Aurna Chakraborty, Michael Gerber and Isaac Wang from W.S. Mount Elementary School and third graders Catherine Hu, Talinn Kim and Easton Tang from Nassakeag Elementary School. Last month, these students faced other Long Islanders in the virtual First In Math Regional Contest. They participated in different challenges to test math skills including fact fluency, automaticity, problem-solving and procedural fluency. They did exceptionally well and will now participate in the in-person statewide championship event. The statewide championship event will be held at SUNY Albany in May. At this competition, students will use game cards competitively in a group setting to demonstrate their conceptual understanding of several skills. In addition to the six Three Village students who will be attending, two Setauket Elementary School teachers will be judges — Lisa Wall and Joanne Walters. The district congratulates these students and wishes them the best of luck in the competition. Date Added: 4/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168294 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168294 2023-2024 Budget Newsletter Date Added: 4/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168282 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168282 Regional History Day Award Winner Ward Melville High School 10th grader Agata Arkhipkina was awarded several honors in the National History Day Long Island Regional Contest. Her paper, “The Panic of 1907: How Trusts Expanded the Frontier of American Industrial Enterprise” won the Clio Award for Outstanding Junior and Senior Historical Paper sponsored by the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association, as well as third place in the Senior Historical Paper category. The National History Day contest invites students to dive deeply into a topic and present their conclusions and evidence through several mediums including papers, exhibits, performances, documentaries or websites. Through this competition students develop their communication, project management and historical thinking skills. Date Added: 4/26/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168255 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 05:00:00 GMT false168255 2022 WMHS Yearbook Wins National Award Ward Melville High School students attended the Journalism Education Association/National Scholastic Press Association National Yearbook Convention in San Francisco, California where the 2022 Ward Melville High School Invictus Yearbook was awarded third place for Best in Show. The convention brought together 4,000 high school journalism students to participate in workshops, breakout sessions and competitions in all types of scholastic student media. Additionally, six Ward Melville students took home individual awards. Congratulations to the following students: Emily Aron – First place with a superior ranking in graphic design: photo illustration Caroline Woo – Excellent ranking in graphic design: infographics Emily Hoefler – Excellent ranking in graphic design: advertising Christina Coppi – Excellent ranking in graphic design: cover/end sheets Angelina Lawlor – Excellent ranking in graphic design: theme layout Izzy Tantillo – Excellent ranking in first-year photo Date Added: 4/26/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168232 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168232 ‘Junk Art’ Earth Day Activity Arrowhead Elementary School second graders in Lorin Herrmann’s class learned the importance of the “three Rs” ahead of Earth Day – reduce, reuse and recycle. The class read an article called “Junk Art” and worked together in a hands-on activity to beautify the school grounds as well as make a positive impact on the environment. Ms. Herrmann gathered old sweaters and cut them into squares. Students then patched them together to make a quilt. They applied what they learned in their recent measurement unit to find the circumference of a tree and made a colorful tree sweater. The collaborative effort showed students how “junk” can become art, all while helping the planet and bringing attention to the importance of trees. Date Added: 4/25/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168190 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168190 Programming Robotics Mr. Campbell’s eighth grade students at R.C. Murphy Junior High School are learning about computer programming for robotics in their technology classes. Teams created custom operations for robots to complete various challenges including picking up and moving objects. Students applied their problem-solving skills as teams had to solve challenging mazes in the fastest time possible. Date Added: 4/25/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168220 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168220 Murphy Science Olympiad had an Amazing 2022-2023 Season In March, we competed in our region and won 4th place out of 30 teams to make it to the State competition. NYS is a very competitive state for the Science Olympiad Organization. We have 11 regions and 285 teams competed this year across the whole state. At the State competition, we won 8th place out of 40 highly competitive teams. We won the following medals: 1st place in Sounds of Music (Harry Gao and Ananya Balaji) 1st place in Crave the Wave (Harry Gao and Lawrence Sun) 3rd place in Disease Detectives (Andy Lu and Lawrence Sun) 3rd place in Meteorology (Andy Lu and Alex Gembinski) 3rd place in Green Generation (Harry Gao and Andy Lu) 5th place in Dynamic Planet (Ananya Balaji and Alex Gembinski) 8th Place in Bio Process Lab (Andy Tang and Amartya Das) 9th Place in Solar System (Harry Gao and Alexis Chan) The Murphy Coaches (Miss Pahuja, Mr. Angermaier and Miss Hrysko) are very proud of our students. They worked hard all year long. Date Added: 4/21/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168084 Fri, 21 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168084 Celebrating Earth Day First graders at Minnesauke Elementary School showed their love for the planet ahead of Earth Day. With the assistance of some parent helpers, students planted a variety of flowers in the building’s courtyard. They learned about how planting flowers supports pollinating creatures such as birds and bees. The first graders were excited to get their hands dirty with this engaging activity. Date Added: 4/21/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168122 Fri, 21 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168122 Minnesauke Supports Pet Supply Drive The Minnesauke Elementary School Student Council participated in a drive to collect donations of pet food, toys and comfort items for pets in need. Suffolk County Legislator Kara Hahn helped organize the drive and visited Minnesauke to pick up the donations. She thanked the students and explained that the donations would go to local families in need who struggle to provide food and other necessities for their beloved pets. Date Added: 4/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168066 Thu, 20 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168066 Gelinas Science Olympiad Team Places First in NY The P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Science Olympiad team took first place at the state tournament held in Syracuse on April 14. This qualifies the team to compete in the national tournament next month. At the state tournament, the team won medals in several events including first-place medals in the Bridge, Dynamic Planet and Meteorology categories. These students amaze me every day with their hard work and dedication to Science Olympiad,” said Gelinas Science Olympiad coach Nicolette DeMartino. “I could not be prouder to be their coach and am looking forward to seeing them continue to excel as we head to the National Competition. The 2023 National Tournament takes place at Wichita State University in Kansas from May 19-20 and represents the highest level of science competition for middle and high schools across the nation. Date Added: 4/19/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168027 Wed, 19 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168027 Board of Education Meeting Notice - April 26, 2023 Date Added: 4/19/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=168024 Wed, 19 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false168024 State Representatives Honor WMHS Students Local leaders gathered at Ward Melville High School in the Three Village Central School District on April 13 to honor several achievements. New York State Senator Anthony Palumbo, State Senator Mario Mattera and a representative from State Assemblyman Ed Flood’s office presented resolutions and proclamations to deserving students and staff. The ceremony began by celebrating a number of student-athletes. The Ward Melville High School girls varsity soccer team was recognized first for winning the New York State championship earlier this year. The state senators passed a resolution to acknowledge the team’s win and noted that the team will forever be part of New York State history. Additionally, the varsity football team was presented with certificates for winning the Suffolk County championship. The next recognition honored Ward Melville High School for being named a Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. Principal William Bernhard accepted a State of New York Legislative Resolution from the local leaders on behalf of the high school community. Senator Palumbo presented senior Robert Looney with a certificate of recognition for enlisting in the United States Marine Corps after graduation. Senator Palumbo thanked Looney for his commitment to the nation. The final recognition of the celebration honored 10th grader Ella Ignacio. Ignacio resides at Angela’s House and became a published illustrator when she drew pictures for the book, “Do Skunks Think Skunks Stink?” The book was written by her nurse Tracy Bloom and her son many years ago. After the illustrations were complete, the books were sold as a fundraiser for Angela’s House. Date Added: 4/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167996 Mon, 17 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167996 Summer Enrichment Program 2023 Click here for more information Date Added: 4/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167965 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167965 WMHS Students and Staff Honored At the April 12 Three Village Central School District Board of Education meeting, several students were honored for their work in making the community safer and three teachers were recognized for being named Harvard Club of Long Island Distinguished Teachers. Ward Melville High School students Melina Montgomery, Julie Yang, Zoe Xiao, Lila Dabrowski, Rebecca Fazio were recognized by the board and administrators for being named winners in the Sidewalks for Safety T-Shirt Design Contest. Sidewalks for Safety is a local nonprofit that works to make the main roads of the Three Village community safer by adding more sidewalks and bike paths. These students helped design t-shirts to raise awareness of the organization’s mission. Judges of the competition, Town Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich and Town Supervisor Ed Romaine, presented the students with certificates. Additionally, three Ward Melville High School teachers were acknowledged for receiving the Harvard Club of Long Island Distinguished Teacher Award. Jennifer Serigano, Aaron Tam and Dr. Elizabeth Kelso received this honor for inspiring Three Village alumni who applied to Harvard University. Each year, the Harvard Club of Long Island asks current Harvard undergraduates to nominate their secondary teachers who made the greatest difference in their lives. The Club is proud to recognize the contributions Ms. Serigano, Mr. Tam and Dr. Kelso have made to Three Village students. Date Added: 4/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167972 Fri, 14 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167972 Science Olympiad Team Heads to Nationals The Ward Melville Science Olympiad team has qualified for the national tournament due to its outstanding performance at the New York State tournament held last month. Science Olympiad tournaments are competitions focused on scientific knowledge and engineering innovations. Team members compete by building devices in advance to perform a task and by taking exams in various disciplines of science. Ward Melville High School won second place overall at the state tournament which gave them the opportunity to advance. The team had its best overall score in ten years. Additionally, team members won top ten medals in 18 out of 23 events, with first place medals in Wi-Fi Lab and Detector Building – two engineering events that required team members to build their own Wi-Fi routers and digital scales. The team also won first place in Anatomy and Physiology and had notable placements in the Forensics, It's About Time, Astronomy and Bridge categories. We are so excited for this cohort of team members to experience their first in-person national tournament. It is an honor for us to share our passion for Science Olympiad with the best teams in the nation and it is sure to be an unforgettable weekend for everyone involved, said coaches Jenny Serigano and Mark Suesser. The national tournament will be held in-person for the first time in four years and will be hosted by Wichita State University in Kansas from May 19-20. This marks the second year in a row Ward Melville has qualified for the national tournament. Date Added: 4/13/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167948 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167948 March Madness at Murphy R.C. Murphy Junior High School was in the “March Madness” spirit last month! Aligned with the nationwide basketball tournament, students played in their own competition. Teams of three took to court for elimination-style games during physical education classes. The winners went on to play Murphy staff in a culminating game. Students also participated in March Madness-themed events in the classroom. Mrs. Farley and Mrs. Perez’s classes took part in “Locura de Marzo,” a contest focused on Hispanic music, culture and language. The contest bracket started with 16 different songs chosen by language teachers from around the country. As students entered class, they were greeted with music playing and were tasked with voting for their favorite song. Through this activity, students were actively engaged in culture and language. Date Added: 4/10/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167902 Mon, 10 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167902 Setauket Students Put Math Skills to the Test Setauket Elementary School faced dozens of schools across Long Island in the First In Math Regional Contest. Grades 1-5 at Setauket participated in the virtual competition that challenges students in several math skills including fact fluency, automaticity, problem-solving and procedural fluency through different games. Students who do exceptionally well at the virtual regional competition qualify to go to the statewide championship event. Setauket Elementary School ranked within the top 100 schools in New York State and in the top 10 in Suffolk County during the regional contest. The statewide championship event will be held in Albany in May. Date Added: 4/6/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167838 Thu, 06 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167838 Board of Education Meeting Notice - April 12, 2023 Date Added: 4/6/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167857 Thu, 06 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167857 Mental Health and Performance Coach at WMHS The Three Village Central School District has implemented a mental health and performance coach for Ward Melville High School student-athletes. Mrs. Leah Jantzen, a guidance counselor in the district, has taken on the role to support student-athletes, coaches and families’ needs. Mrs. Jantzen is a graduate of Ward Melville High School where she was an all-state tennis player, all-county volleyball player and went on to be a Division III lacrosse player. She recently competed at the Ironman World Championships in Hawaii. “Mrs. Jantzen has tremendous experience using mindset and mental conditioning to enhance performance and help with common frustrations athletes face such as anxiety, pressure to perform, balancing sports and life, and much more,” said Director of Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Athletics Kevin Finnerty. As the mental health and performance coach, Mrs. Jantzen will incorporate mindset and mental health strategies during practices with athletes. She has met with many of Ward Melville’s spring teams and led discussions about goals, purpose, self-reflection and accountability. Additionally, she will meet with individual student-athletes as needed throughout the season. Date Added: 4/5/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167823 Wed, 05 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167823 Fairytale Land vs. Goldilocks Fifth graders at Setauket Elementary School performed multiple shows of “Fairytale Land vs. Goldilocks” for students and families. The trial-based performance focused on several themes including eliminating stereotypes and promoting kindness. It also helped students learn about government, which is part of the fifth grade social studies curriculum. Date Added: 4/4/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167757 Tue, 04 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167757 3D Printing Projects Sixth graders across the district’s elementary schools are working with their teachers and educational technology coaches to 3D print objects related to their curriculum. Most recently, Nassakeag Elementary School sixth graders designed and printed Egyptian obelisks using Tinkercad. Next, students at W.S. Mount Elementary Schools will print small versions of the Roman Colosseum. Date Added: 4/3/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167740 Mon, 03 Apr 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167740 Learning About African Culture Through Music Students at W.S. Mount Elementary School learned about dance, music, folklore and history of African culture during an assembly presented by the Phyllis Rose Dance Company. Performers shared traditional songs and dances that originated in different parts of Africa. Students clapped along and even got up on their feet during the performances. The arts-in-education program promoted cultural awareness and an appreciation for diverse cultures and traditions. Date Added: 3/31/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167689 Fri, 31 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167689 Food Truck Challenge Ms. Pomponio’s eighth grade family and consumer science classes At P.J. Gelinas Junior High School participated in a “food truck challenge.” Students were tasked with designing their own food trucks from scratch. They started by choosing a theme and type of food, then formulated a business plan. After conducting research about local competitors, students chose the location of their food truck, came up with a menu with pricing and descriptions, created an advertising flyer and finally designed their vehicle. Once the projects were completed, they were displayed in the P.J. Gelinas Junior High School library. Students and staff could stop by to vote on the truck with the best design, the best menu and the most cohesive business plan. Students were passionate about the friendly competition and learned about entrepreneurship along the way. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 3/31/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167707 Fri, 31 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167707 JHS Students Step on Stage Students from P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools in the Three Village Central School District recently stepped on stage to give performances of two well-known fairytales. P.J. Gelinas JHS was proud to present “Once Upon a Mattress,” which tells the story of the princess and the pea, whereas R.C. Murphy students put on a performance of the classic, “Cinderella.” Students from each school put on a total of four performances in front of a live audience. Additionally, the student-actors held a special performance for younger students in the district. Click here to view the Gelinas Musical slideshow. Click here to view the Murphy Musical slideshow. Date Added: 3/30/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167670 Thu, 30 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167670 Arrowhead Students Participate in E-Mission Sixth graders at Arrowhead Elementary School recently participated in an interactive learning experience that simulated a response to natural disasters. Students were tasked with completing an electronic mission, or e-mission, called Operation Montserrat. They were given the scenario that a volcano on the remote, tropical island of Montserrat is about to erupt. At the same time, students learned that a hurricane is approaching. The sixth graders became earth science experts and were broken up into members of a team – volcano, hurricane, evacuation or communication – to formulate the best response to the looming disasters. All team members applied their science and math skills to handle the authentic, real-life crisis situation. Throughout the e-mission, students worked remotely with a member of the Challenger Learning Center who virtually served as mission control. The interactive program taught students new science skills while giving them a unique opportunity to collaborate under pressure. Date Added: 3/29/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167630 Wed, 29 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167630 Summer Recreation Regular Registration Period Ends Tomorrow, 4/21/23. Travel Camp is currently full. Please contact our Athletics Office at 730-4980 to be added to our wait list. Registration will run from 3/27/23-4/21/23. For more information please visit the Summer Camp Programs page HERE. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167629 Wed, 29 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167629 Student Art in the Community Some of Michele Muzzonigro’s second grade students at Setauket Elementary School had their artwork chosen to be on display in the community. In honor of Women’s History Month, students learned about Alma Thomas, a Black female artist who is recognized as a major painter of the 20thcentury. Students created artwork inspired by Thomas which is now on display at the Port Jefferson Coach Reality Office and the Stony Brook Coach Reality Office. Date Added: 3/28/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167578 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167578 Honoring Winter Athletes, PE and Health Staff At the March 22 meeting of the Three Village Central School District Board of Education, several winter season student-athletes were honored for their respective post-season awards and achievements. Athletes representing the cheerleading team, boys swimming, girls basketball, girls fencing, boys track and wrestling were all recognized by the board, central administration and Director of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Athletics Kevin Finnerty. Mr. Finnerty then introduced Minnesauke Elementary School physical education teachers Alaina Maletta and Jillian Damis for leading the building’s efforts in the American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge. Minnesauke Elementary School raised $20,285, making it one of the top fundraising schools on Long Island and in New York. Throughout fundraising, students were engaged in learning about heart healthy habits. The final recognition of the evening acknowledged Minnesauke Elementary School health teacher Kerry Diana and Nassakeag Elementary School physical education teacher Jeanne LaLima. Ms. Diana was named the Elementary Health Teacher of the Year by the Suffolk Zone of the NY State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance whereas Ms. LaLima was named the Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year. Date Added: 3/28/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167597 Tue, 28 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167597 Dr. Jong Pil Lee Memorial Scholarship Ward Melville High School senior Ethan Boyce was awarded the 2023 Dr. Jong Pil Lee Memorial Scholarship from the Long Island Mathematics Conference Board. Through this scholarship, Boyce wrote about R.C. Murphy Junior High School teacher Matthew Cifuni as the teacher who has most inspired him. Mr. Cifuni was also awarded a certificate for being honored as an impactful educator. Dr. Jong Pil Lee founded the annual Long Island Mathematics Conference, the Institute of Leadership Development for Teaching Mathematics and Technology, the Institute of Creative Problem Solving and the Long Island Mathematics Scholarship Foundation for Minority Students. The scholarship was named in his honor after he passed and is given to Long Island students of African American, Native American or Non-European Hispanic American descent who have a cumulative “B” average or better and are seriously planning to major in mathematics in college. Date Added: 3/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167554 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167554 William F. Connors Jr. Memorial Board of Education Meeting Room At the March 22 Three Village Central School District Board of Education meeting, the board dedicated the North Country Board of Education Room to be commemorated as the William F. Connors Jr. Memorial Board of Education Meeting Room. William F. Connors Jr. served the Three Village Central School District for 21 years. In this time, he was a board trustee, the vice president of the board and the president of the board. Above all, he was a parent to three Three Village Central School District alumni. “We honor the legacy of the person who dedicated a large portion of his life to the Three Village Central School District,” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kevin Scanlon said. “It is fitting that we acknowledge his commitment to Three Village by dedicating this board room in his memory.” The board room will feature a plaque with a picture of Mr. Connors that reads in part, “What truly distinguished Mr. Connors was the pure altruism with which he led our district. His unselfish commitment to the students, staff and school community identified him as a most remarkable educator and board trustee who has made an indelible mark and lasting impact on the Three Village Central School District.” Mr. Connors’ family joined the board of education and central administration for the dedication of the room. “The dedication of this board room would have made him proud, but he would have received it with a humble and grateful heart,” Corinne Keane, Mr. Connors’ daughter and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School principal, said. “May his legacy of service, kindness toward others and love of Three Village live on in all that have had the pleasure to know him in his lifetime and in those who will serve this community within the walls of this room.” Date Added: 3/24/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167525 Fri, 24 Mar 2023 06:00:00 GMT false167525 Gelinas Students Visit DNA Labs at SBU Students in ninth grade living environment classes at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School recently visited Stony Brook University to work in some of the DNA labs on campus. Students learned about the different aspects of forensic science and practiced some of the techniques investigators use when working to solve crimes. DNA profiling was the focus behind most of the activities. Students carried out an authentic gel electrophoresis experiment and created DNA “fingerprints” to help solve a fictional crime. Date Added: 3/24/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167511 Fri, 24 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167511 Three Village Junior High Schools Place in MoMathlon P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools’ students recently competed in the Suffolk County MoMathlon presented by the National Museum of Mathematics with support from Brookhaven National Laboratory. The tournament takes place during the course of one school day. Students put their thinking to the test with three rounds of mathematical problems – an individual round, a team round and a mix-up round. Following the competition rounds, an educator leads students through a discussion of the solutions to explore new ways of reaching answers. At this time, participants can share their problem-solving strategies with their fellow student mathematicians. The Gelinas Junior High School team made up of Amanda Liang, Valentina Trajkovic, Terrence Wang, Jason Yin and Victoria Ye came in first place in the team competition. Additionally, there were noteworthy achievements in the individual rounds. Yin placed second in the upper division of the individual round and Liang placed fourth. Wang also placed third in the lower division of the individual round. Murphy Junior High School’s team made up of Alan Fagan, Bonnie Fagan, Harry Gao, Lawrence Sun and Gabrielle Wong placed fourth in the team competition. However, Gao came in first place in the individual round. Not only does the tournament engage students with mathematical challenges and brain teasers, it introduces them to new friends while experiencing an exciting yet competitive environment. Date Added: 3/23/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167479 Thu, 23 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167479 Strategic Planning Survey Results and Start Time Committee Meeting Dates/Locations Date Added: 3/23/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167497 Thu, 23 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167497 Gelinas Students Get Children’s Books Published Two P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students were selected as winners in the ninth annual Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Award. Congratulations to ninth grader Julia Hou, whose book “Boston Santa” was selected for first place and to eighth grader Caroline Qian whose piece “Cutie the Duck” was named second place. The Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Award invites secondary students to create a children’s picture book. The annual award is in memory of Helen Stein Shack, a teacher who was committed to educating children and loved literature written for them. She was a frequent visitor to the Emma Clark Library and her children established an endowment with the library to sponsor the award each year. Both Julia and Caroline will have their entries published and added to the Emma Clark Library’s Local Focus Collection. They also received monetary prizes. Date Added: 3/22/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167451 Wed, 22 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167451 Charity Sports Night Teachers from all five Three Village elementary schools went head-to-head in the annual Charity Sports Night on March 10. Staff members, with the help of some students, competed in several activities including relay races, dance contests and mental challenges to raise money for the TVTA Scholarship Fund. This year, Nassakeag Elementary School came in first place! Date Added: 3/21/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167378 Tue, 21 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167378 Celebrating Music in Our Schools Month Throughout March, the Three Village Central School District is celebrating Music in Our Schools Month. The month raises awareness of the importance of music education and provides an opportunity for teachers to display the benefits school music brings to students of all ages. As part of the celebrations, the Tri-M Music Honor Society at Ward Melville High School holds its annual Music Without Borders program each year. The peer-tutoring program pairs high school students with elementary students from across the district for one-on-one instrument lessons. Younger students are given individualized support and are eager to engage with older students who have more years of experience playing and performing. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 3/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167334 Mon, 20 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167334 Sounds of St. Patrick’s Day P.J. Gelinas Junior High School teachers Doug Elliot and Tim Ehlers paraded through some elementary schools on Friday, March 17 to get students and staff in the St. Patrick’s Day spirit. Students lined the halls cheering on the two teachers as they played their bagpipes, dressed in traditional uniforms. Date Added: 3/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167292 Fri, 17 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167292 Join us for our Junior High School Shows! Date Added: 3/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167294 Fri, 17 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167294 Board of Education Meeting Notice - March 22, 2023 Date Added: 3/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167281 Fri, 17 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167281 Murphy Students Design Dream Spaces Mr. Angermaier's seventh grade technology students culminated their 3D design unit with the creation of a dream interior space. Starting with appropriate dimensions, students used SketchUp software to draw an empty room, then learned how to model and modify furniture and accessories to customize their creation. Students worked with various 3D design tools, colors and materials and were encouraged to use creativity to personalize their space. Throughout the assignment, an emphasis was placed on measuring, scale, proportions and rendering the final project. Date Added: 3/16/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167254 Thu, 16 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167254 Minnesauke Students Display Big Hearts During Fundraiser Minnesauke Elementary School raised $20,285 in this year’s Kids Heart Challenge sponsored by the American Heart Association. This makes Minnesauke one of the top donor schools on Long Island and in New York State. During physical education class, students learned the importance of heart health and the things they can do to keep their hearts, bodies and muscles healthy. They participated in several activities encouraging healthy heart habits. The fundraiser was led by physical education teacher Alaina Maletta, who has a close connection to the cause. “The American Heart Association is important to me because I was born with congenital heart disease and have undergone two open heart surgery procedures,” she said. “I was overwhelmed with the amount of support for this year’s fundraiser and how after hearing my story, the students were so passionate and eager to raise money to help other children born with congenital heart disease to get the care and resources that they need.” More than 180 Minnesauke Elementary School students took part in the fundraiser. In the five years the building has participated in the Kids Heart Challenge, this was the most money that has ever been raised. Date Added: 3/15/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167206 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167206 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards Honoree R.C. Murphy Junior High School student Thomas Mango was recognized by the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards for his flash fiction piece titled, “The Dark Shades of Autumn.” TJ’s story, which he wrote in English class, was awarded an Honorable Mention. Only the top 2-15% of the 250,000 from around the country are recognized in this competition. The award program is considered “the nation’s longest-running, most prestigious recognition program for creative teens.” Date Added: 3/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167157 Tue, 14 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167157 Three Village Shines in Science Olympiad On March 11, more than 400 students from 17 Long Island schools gathered at R.C. Murphy Junior High School in Three Village for the regional Science Olympiad. Students took part in several science-related events – from flying planes, to coding, to building roller coasters. One of the teams from P.J. Gelinas Junior High School in Three Village came out on top, earning a bid to the state competition. A team from R.C. Murphy Junior High School also earned a ticket to states by placing fourth. The middle school division state competition takes place next month in Syracuse. Science Olympiad is known as the premier team STEM competition in the United States. It seeks to engage and challenge students in STEM through various levels of team-based, collaborative and competitive tournaments. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 3/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167174 Tue, 14 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167174 Student Advances to International Science and Engineering Fair Congratulations to Ward Melville High School senior Joe Sciotto for qualifying to compete in the International Science and Engineering Fair this May. Joe placed first in the Earth and Environmental Sciences category at the Long Island Science and Engineering Fair on March 7. This advances him to the next round of the competition, representing the Long Island region on an international stage. Joe’s project focuses on studying the mineral content of Martian soils. In conjunction with the exploration being completed by the Mars Rovers, Joe simulated Martian soils here on Earth to build a database to help identify the samples being collected on Mars’ surface. He worked in the laboratory of Dr. Lars Ehm, Professor and Director of the Mineral Physics Institute in the Department of Geosciences at Stony Brook University. It is hoped that Joe’s work will contribute to our understanding of natural soil building processes on Mars leading to future breakthroughs as we expand our endeavors to visit the red planet. Joe will compete with pre-college research students from around the world at ISEF in Dallas, Texas this May. The district wishes him the best of luck. Date Added: 3/13/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167109 Mon, 13 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167109 Board of Education Special Meeting Notice - March 13, 2023 Date Added: 3/13/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167082 Mon, 13 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT false167082 Wellness Walk Promotes Emotional Health Setauket Elementary School unveiled its schoolwide Wellness Walk on March 7. The Wellness Walk provides students with several resources to promote their social-emotional health and well-being. Throughout the building, there are 14 stations that are part of the Wellness Walk. Each station offers a coping skill related to improving one’s mood, changing or distracting unhelpful thoughts and increasing relaxation skills. There are deep breathing stations, coloring stations, a sensory wall, an interactive tic-tac-toe board and movement stations to name a few. The stations benefit elementary age levels and offer students several ways to effectively deal with everyday stressors. On the opening day of the Wellness Walk, classes had the opportunity to experience the stations during scheduled times. Throughout the year, the building’s social-emotional learning team will replace existing stations with new ideas. Setauket Elementary School hopes its initiative will expand to other schools in the district and promote mental health throughout the Three Village community. Date Added: 3/10/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167046 Fri, 10 Mar 2023 05:00:00 GMT false167046 Students Chosen for Local Art Exhibition Students from all three secondary schools in the district had artwork chosen to be displayed in The Atelier at Flowerfield’s Second Annual Art Student Invitational. The exhibition encourages middle and high school students to share their work in the visual arts. Notably, four students received special recognition for their pieces. Congratulations to the following: • Noralynn Bragg, R.C. Murphy Junior High School – Honorable Mention for pencil drawing • Elizabeth Wright, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School – Second Place • Julie Yang, Ward Melville High School – Second Place • Sammy Wertheim, Ward Melville High School – Honorable Mention for sculpture The exhibition will be on display until March 30. Congratulations to all of the Three Village students who participated: Emily Castelli, Elizabeth Wright, Maria Gavrilov, Noralyn Bragg, Rachel Gression, Lauren Tampori, Angelina Lawlor, Julie Yang, Sara Bally and Sammy Wertheim. Please see some of the student artwork in the attached slideshow. Date Added: 3/9/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=167024 Thu, 09 Mar 2023 05:00:00 GMT false167024 State Soccer Champs Unveil Banner The Ward Melville High School girls varsity soccer team unveiled its new state champion banner in the gymnasium during a celebration ceremony on March 2. Head Coach John Diehl, Assistant Coach Louise Williams and Athletic Director Kevin Finnerty recognized this amazing accomplishment in front of the team and their families. Date Added: 3/8/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166968 Wed, 08 Mar 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166968 Students Learn to ‘Stop the Bleed’ District security personnel recently worked with students and their health teachers during a “Stop the Bleed” program. Students at Ward Melville High School learned life-saving skills during the two-day training. The program kicked off with a lecture portion where students learned the importance of acting quickly during an emergency. Following the lecture, they participated in a hands-on segment where they practiced applying tourniquets and packing and dressing wounds. The program is a proactive approach to student safety. Date Added: 3/7/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166932 Tue, 07 Mar 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166932 Read Across America Day The Three Village Central School District community came together on March 2 to celebrate reading and literature as part of Read Across America Day. The nationwide celebration is held on Dr. Suess’ birthday and helps to foster a love for reading across schools and communities. Minnesauke Elementary School held several “stop, drop and read” times, where students stopped everything they were doing to open a book. These times were announced over the school loudspeakers and encouraged the entire building to participate at once. Additionally, members of the Stony Brook University Women’s volleyball team visited classrooms for a readaloud. They shared some of their favorite books with students and took time to answer questions about school and their sport. The celebrations continued at Nassakeag Elementary School where the theater club put on a special performance of songs from the musical, “Suessical Jr.” Students were excited to honor the many works of Dr. Suess and even wore hats paying tribute to his famous character, the Cat in the Hat. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 3/6/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166878 Mon, 06 Mar 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166878 Community Message 3/3/23 Dear Three Village Community, It is with a heavy heart that I share that earlier this morning the district was informed that R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth grader Qamat Shah tragically passed away after an accident on an area roadway. We are extremely saddened to hear of this heartbreaking news and know that a sudden loss like this can have a profound effect on the entire school community. Upon learning about this tragedy, the district immediately implemented its crisis intervention plan. Grief counselors are available to students and staff at each of our schools as needed. Any parent who has questions or concerns about how to navigate discussing this news with their child, can contact the main office at their child’s school for assistance. At the secondary level, support is also available via our junior high school guidance offices or the high school counseling center. Please join me in extending our deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers to the student’s family and friends during this difficult time. Sincerely, Dr. Kevin Scanlon Superintendent of Schools Date Added: 3/3/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166829 Fri, 03 Mar 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166829 Science Olympiad Team Heads to States The Ward Melville High School Science Olympiad team has advanced to the state tournament after its outstanding achievement at the Eastern Long Island Regional Tournament. Ward Meville HS ranked first, earning them a ticket to compete against schools from across New York. The Science Olympiad tournaments challenge students to compete in STEM events covering an array of disciplines. This year, a historic number of Ward Melville students participated in the tournament, making its number of team members an all-time high. “We want to commend our captains and team members for embodying the values of Ward Melville Science Olympiad by being fun-loving and positive while enhancing the tournament experience for other schools,” said advisers Jenny Serigano and Mark Suesser. The state tournament takes place at Le Moyne College from March 17-18. The district wishes the Ward Melville team the best of luck. Date Added: 2/28/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166740 Tue, 28 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166740 Update: 2-Hour Delay UPDATE:There will be a 2-hour delay, today, Tuesday, 2/28. There will be no AM SACC, no AM Pre-K and no AM Pre-K Enrichment. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166700 Tue, 28 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166700 Battle of the High School Jazz Bands On Wednesday, March 1, the WMHS Jazz Band III, directed by Jason Chapman, will compete and perform in MADD’S Battle of the High School Jazz Bands. WMHS was selected as one of five finalists from schools all over Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Please see the attached PDF for additional information. Date Added: 2/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166667 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166667 2-Hour Delay 2/28 There will be a 2-hour delay on Tuesday, 2/28. Due to the delay, there will be no AM SACC, no AM Pre-K and no AM Pre-K Enrichment. Please note, there will be a follow-up phone call in the morning with updated information. Date Added: 2/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166681 Mon, 27 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166681 Raffles for a Cause Ward Melville High School’s student government recently hosted Raffles for a Cause, an annual event that benefits nonprofit organizations or local families. Student government members voted on raising money for Last Chance Animal Rescue for this year’s event. Through creating baskets and selling raffle tickets, this year’s Raffles for a Cause raised more than ever before — $4,105 to benefit Last Chance Animal Rescue. Date Added: 2/24/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166645 Fri, 24 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166645 Perfecting Pretzels Eighth grade home and careers students at R.C. Murphy JHS learned about how different types of bread rise. Students recently participated in a pretzel lab, emphasizing the importance of yeast in cooking. The eighth graders also learned about the Maillard reaction, a chemical reaction that gives browned food its flavor. They put their knowledge to the test and used a baking soda bath for their dough prior to baking. At the end of the lab, students enjoyed a tasty treat! Date Added: 2/23/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166631 Thu, 23 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166631 Tapping for Syrup at Gelinas JHS Eighth graders at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School are making maple syrup from trees in their own backyard. In the farm to school elective, students work on growing food using various methods throughout the year. They learn how to harvest their crops and ultimately cook and eat them. Each fall, students head out to the small patches of woods surrounding the school building and mark any maple trees they find. Come February, they return to the marked trees and apply the proper techniques for maple tapping. The eighth graders collect sap for a few weeks before boiling it down into pure maple syrup. The culmination of the project is a waffle breakfast, eaten with their own syrup. Date Added: 2/21/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166600 Tue, 21 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166600 Budget Advisory Committee Click here to visit the Committee Information page. Date Added: 2/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166577 Sat, 18 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166577 Strategic Planning Click here to view the Committee Information Date Added: 1/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165254 Sat, 18 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165254 Top of the Class of 2023 Ward Melville High School is proud to announce Ava Della Pietra as its Class of 2023 valedictorian and Serene Stoller as its salutatorian. Ava is an exceptional student who is highly involved in music and the arts. She is a singer-songwriter who writes and performs original music, which has appeared on several top charts and streaming platforms. She is a member of the Tri-M Music Honor Society, the Ward Melville Players Theater Club and a current board member of the Chamber Orchestra. Her academic excellence has led to her involvement in the National Honor Society and Spanish Honor Society. Additionally, Ava is a member of the Key Club, where she has participated in a number of service projects. During the course of her high school years, Ava has performed in several NYSSMA competitions. She was named the organization’s student songwriter showcase winner for one of her original songs and most recently, was invited to the All-State Symphony Orchestra as an alternate violinist. Outside of the classroom, Ava is involved in several community service projects. She is the founder of the Organic Vegetable Gardening Club, donating fresh, healthy vegetables to local food pantries. In addition, she has donated proceeds from her original music to nonprofits including KIND and the Safe Passage Project. This past summer, Ava held an internship at Weill Cornell in New York City and at Stony Brook University Hospital, where she shadowed physicians and received the Leadership Award for Outstanding Service. Salutatorian Serene Stoller is a well-rounded student who has established herself in many of Ward Melville High School’s STEM programs. She currently serves as the co-president of the Math Team and Computer Science Club. Her achievement in these fields have led to several honors including an honorable mention in the Mathworks Math Modeling Challenge, an honorable mention in the High School Mathematical Contest in Modeling and being named a finalist in the American Computer Science League. Serene’s academic accomplishment has earned her membership to several honor societies including the National Honor Society, National French Honor Society, World Language Honor Society and National Art Honor Society. Notably, Serene was named a 2023 National Merit Finalist for her high achievement on the PSAT exam. Her extracurricular involvement extends into the creative arts as she is the branch leader of Piano for Patients in Three Village, the Vice President of the Long Island Youth Development Music Club and a member of the Ward Melville Pit Orchestra. Serene is an active member of the community as a co-founder of the Three Village branch of the Alliance of Youth Leaders in the U.S. This student-run organization participates in food and clothing drives as well as virtual volunteering through Smithsonian Digital Volunteers. Serene has helped organize several community service projects and encouraged her peers to contribute. Her work with Piano for Patients and the LIYD Music Club gives her the opportunity to coordinate performances at local senior homes. The district congratulates Ava and Serene for achieving the top academic honors of the Class of 2023 and wishes them the best in their future endeavors. Date Added: 2/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166680 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166680 National Merit Scholarship Finalists All 11 students from Ward Melville High School who were named semifinalists in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship program have advanced in the competition and were designated as finalists. Congratulations to Adam Bear, Alexander Dong, Luke Hou, Benjamin Proothi, Riya Sangwan, Peter Sloniewsky, Serene Stoller, Kate Sun, Isabel Xu, Dorian Zhou and Mikaeel Zohair. Approximately 15,000 academically talented high school seniors are named finalists. These students will go on to compete for Merit Scholarship awards, which are based on one’s abilities, skills and accomplishments. The Merit Scholar title is given to nearly half of the students who achieved finalist standing. The district congratulates these students and wishes them the best as they advance in the National Merit Scholarship program. Date Added: 2/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166578 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166578 2023-2024 Calendar Summary Date Added: 2/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166551 Fri, 17 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166551 Happy Valentine’s Day from Pre-K Students Pre-K students at W.S. Mount Elementary School celebrated Valentine’s Day surrounded by their loved ones. Students invited their families into school to decorate cookies, give out Valentine’s Day cards and perform a song. Date Added: 2/16/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166482 Thu, 16 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166482 Creating Winter Landscapes Students taking fundamentals of technology at R.C. Murphy Junior High School added some cheer to the building’s winter landscapes. Students constructed fun, eye-catching yard décor in the shape of a winter cardinal. They first learned about the cardinal’s habitat and unique attributes before building their own wind-powered yard decorations. They used several tools and machines to cut, drill, sand and paint the necessary parts before assembling their finished projects. Date Added: 2/16/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166500 Thu, 16 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166500 P.S. I Love You Day Date Added: 2/15/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166445 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166445 Balloon-Powered Cars Navigate WMHS Eleventh grade students at Ward Melville High School are putting their physics projects to the test through the halls of the building. Physics students were tasked with designing and building balloon-powered cars. Students were given two parameters – the cars had to be balloon-powered and they could not use wheels as part of their design, instead they used everyday products such as CDs and bottle caps. The cars were pushed forward down the hallway by air escaping from a balloon. The challenge was to get the car to go at least two meters and as fast and far as possible. The hands-on projects brought physics principles to life including energy, motion and force. Students were excited to compete against their classmates and watch their designs come to life. Date Added: 2/15/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166459 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166459 Book Tasting at Arrowhead Fourth grade students at Arrowhead Elementary School sampled new books during a “tasting” experience. Classrooms transformed into restaurants with red, checkered tablecloths, café music, centerpieces, menus and platters of books. Students dressed in fancy attire to sample nonfiction books on various topics. During the book tasting, the fourth graders rated the books they selected and compiled a “must read” list. The activity introduced the nonfiction reading unit to students and helped foster a love for reading. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 2/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166381 Tue, 14 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166381 Spreading Love with Care Packages Sixth graders in Mrs. Byrne’s class at Minnesauke Elementary School put together dozens of care packages for residents of memory care facilities ahead of Valentine’s Day. Students packed bags full of treats and supplies including candies, gum, personal hygiene products, notepads and pens. The sixth graders hope their care packages put smiles on faces and spread love for the holiday. Date Added: 2/14/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166404 Tue, 14 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166404 Spring Continuing Education Brochure Date Added: 1/26/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165504 Fri, 10 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165504 Student Artwork Recognized in Scholastic Awards Five Three Village Central School District students received honors in the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, the nation’s longest running and most prestigious recognition program for creative teens. The following students were recognized for their artwork created under the direction of their Ward Melville High School teachers, Stefanie DiLorenzo, Kristen Dietz and Chris Esser: • Sarina Policastro – Silver Key and Honorable Mention • Nicole Xiao – 2 Gold Keys, 3 Silver Keys and an Honorable Mention • Zoe Xiao – Honorable Mention • Aimee Yang – Gold Key and 2 Honorable Mentions • Julia Yang – 3 Silver Keys and 2 Honorable Mentions Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/9/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166273 Thu, 09 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166273 Ward Melville’s Got Talent Date Added: 2/9/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166243 Thu, 09 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166243 AMC 8 High Scorers Six eighth graders recently scored extremely well in the AMC 8 Math Contest. At P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, Jason Yin placed first, Valentina Trajkovic placed second and Austin Chen came in third. At R.C. Murphy Junior High School, Harry Gao came in first in the school and Gabrielle Wong and Bonnie Fagan tied for second. The AMC 8 is a 25-question, timed multiple choice examination. It is given to middle school-aged students to promote the development of problem-solving skills and positive attitudes toward analytical thinking. Date Added: 2/8/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166181 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166181 Students Head to D.C. for National Science Bowl The Ward Melville High School Academic Challenges Club is headed to the nation’s capital to compete in the national Science Bowl this spring. The team, made up of Rithik Sogal, Ben Proothi, Benjamin Zhang, Anna Xing and captain Michael Melikyan, qualified for the national tournament after winning first place in the regional competition held at Brookhaven National Lab on Feb. 3 At the regional competition, the Three Village students competed against 23 other teams. They went undefeated in their first four round robin matches and reached the double-elimination finals where they faced a team from Great Neck. Great Neck gave them their first lost, but Ward Melville High School pulled through during the tiebreaker round where they surged ahead with a rally of several questions and bonus points – an intense, yet exciting way to win. “We didn’t really know exactly what the score was,” Ben Proothi said. “We just felt like we were ahead by a little bit, so we took the chance and ran out the clock.” The first-place win qualified the team for an all-expense paid trip to nationals in April. Students will face more than 60 teams in answering questions on several topics including astronomy, biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, earth, computer and general science. This marks the first time in six years Ward Melville High School has qualified for the national tournament. The district wishes the team the best of luck! Date Added: 2/13/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166335 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166335 Exploring Sound in Science Setauket Elementary School first graders are learning all about sound with the help of sixth graders through a dynamic, collaborative lab. The lab was originally designed by sixth grade teacher Richard Guez and teaching assistant Bridget Faughnan for the Phenomena Club, with the help of science lab teaching assistant Janet Moseman. The educators transformed the program into a 12-station, interactive lab to be incorporated into the first grade curriculum. Throughout the lab, sixth graders guided first graders through hands-on experiments including sound and vibration games and activities that address water and sound, as well as resonance. Additionally, a technology component was incorporated, and students were able to use Phet simulations, YouTube sound effects and music-generating websites. The sixth graders had to master each station themselves and become well-versed in the technology. They were excited to step into a teaching role and model the lab for their younger peers. “They needed to understand that their role was not only to guide the first graders’ experience, but also to generate opportunities for them to enjoy, learn and wonder about each lab station,” Richard Guez said. Date Added: 2/8/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166224 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166224 Outstanding Achievement in International Math Contest Two teams of students from Ward Melville High School achieved two of the highest designations in the annual High School Mathematical Contest in Modeling. HiMCM is an international contest on modeling and developing solutions to real-world problems. Students work in teams of up to four members and have 14 days to provide a solution to a given problem. This year, there were a total of 854 teams representing 362 schools and 18 countries. One of Ward Melville High School’s teams earned the outstanding designation, which is the contest’s highest award. This designation was given to only nine teams. Ward Melville High School is one of only four teams in the United States and the only team in New York to receive this honor. Congratulations to students Luke Hou, Katherine Liang, Lijia Lin and David Wu. Ward Melville High School’s second team in the competition earned an honorable mention. Congratulations to Yujay An, Amy Chen, Michael Lu and Benjamin Zhang. Date Added: 2/7/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166110 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166110 Students Step Into Recording Studio Ward Melville High School students are getting hands-on experience in the music production industry through a new course called music technology recording taught by Ed Kunkel. Students use state-of-the-art and industry-standard equipment to learn the art of editing and producing professional recordings. Students collaborate with the music department to bring lesson groups into the recording studio, a room set up at Ward Melville High School. As their peers play music, the class is involved with the entire recording process – beginning with setting up microphones, to engineering the recording and editing tracks. Throughout the course, students learned how to run cables and the ins and outs of the recording software, Logic Pro. The course has set students up for success after graduation by introducing a new potential career path. Additionally, the music department hopes to use the skills learned in this course as an instructional tool in the future. Director of Music Anthony Pollera suggested recording all different types of district music groups, so students can listen back and hear themselves perform. Date Added: 2/7/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166135 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166135 Skill Station Collaboration Fifth graders and second graders at Setauket Elementary School are working together in the classroom. Throughout the month of January, students in Mrs. McCabe’s second grade class worked on social skills stations. Each week, there was a different focus and skill taught. Students then practiced these new skills in different stations focused on the themes of build, create, play and think. Some of the topics students learned through these stations included responsibility, perseverance, communication, flexibility and working together to solve problems. Mrs. Henkowicz’s fifth grade students helped the second graders throughout this unit. They modeled the skills for their younger peers and helped problem solve as needed. The activity brought students together for collaborative learning. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 2/3/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166053 Fri, 03 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166053 Learning Phases of the Moon First graders at Arrowhead Elementary School are learning about the phases of the moon with the help of a tasty treat. As part of the science curriculum, first graders are learning about the sky and its patterns. Most recently, they learned about the eight phases of the moon. Students used Oreo cookies to help visualize these phases. The frosting represented the moon, and the cookie symbolized the night sky. Students were tasked with separating the cookies and scraping off the frosting to match the appearance of each phase. Additionally, students took home a moon journal to keep track of the night sky. They were encouraged to draw what the moon looks like over a two-week period and bring their journals back to school to compare their entries with their classmates. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 2/1/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166000 Fri, 03 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166000 Studying the Skeletal System Fourth graders in Ms. Turano’s health class at Arrowhead Elementary are learning all about the skeletal system. Students participated in several activities to identify and distinguish different types of bones. They diagnosed specific types of bone fractures on x-ray images, assessed their knowledge in a bone trivia challenge and finished the unit by exploring nutrition options to strengthen teeth and bones. Date Added: 2/2/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166027 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 06:00:00 GMT false166027 Bright Light Award R.C. Murphy Junior High School Italian teacher Daniela Casadei-Berwind was recently awarded the Bright Light Award by the Association of Suffolk Supervisors for Educational Technologies. The Bright Light Award celebrates the accomplishments of educators, administrators or district personnel who smoothly integrate technology into the classroom and create an excellent learning experience for students. Ms. Casadei-Berwind regularly integrates a variety of technology tools in her classroom to address a variety of learning needs, engage her students and help them develop a skill set that will benefit them in their high school years and beyond. Most recently, Ms. Casadei-Berwind developed a way to use one of the district platforms as a digital, online portfolio system to allow students to recognize their language development and learning gains. We thank Ms. Casadei-Berwind for her dedication to helping students and congratulate her on this wonderful accomplishment! Date Added: 2/2/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166010 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166010 School Restructuring Survey The School Restructuring Survey opens on Feb. 2 at 8 a.m. and will collect responses until 5 p.m. on Feb. 17. If you are a parent/guardian of an actively enrolled Three Village student, please check your email for your unique link to the Parent Survey. Survey links were sent to the email address on file in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal. Be sure to check both the Inbox as well as Spam or Junk. If you are a staff member, please check your Three Village email for your unique link to the Staff Survey. If you are a community member, please visit http://survey.3villagecsd.org to respond to the Community Survey. Please email surveysupport@3villagecsd.org if you are in need of any assistance. Date Added: 2/1/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=166001 Wed, 01 Feb 2023 05:00:00 GMT false166001 Stormwater Superheroes Learn to Protect Watershed Nassakeag Elementary School fifth graders are “Stormwater Superheroes” after learning how to protect local bays and watersheds. The Cornell Cooperative Extension pushed into classes on Jan. 24 for an interactive lab where students discovered how various types of pollution makes their way to the bay and ocean, ultimately affecting local marine life. Students helped build a model of a storm drain system to visualize how pollutants connect to waterways. Students volunteered to pour colored water down the pipe system. The different colored water symbolized pollutants including fertilizer, motor oil and household chemicals. At the end, students saw how the pollutants mixed together and drained into a bucket of clean water. At the end of the lab, students learned about how this affects local marine life. They were able to interact with a live horseshoe crab, an animal that has been on the planet before dinosaurs even existed. They learned the importance of protecting these animals and the steps to take in order to do so. Date Added: 1/31/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165639 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165639 Personal Best Fitness Challenge R.C. Murphy Junior High School students in Ms. Barnett, Mr. Amatulle and Mr. Carroll's physical education classes competed in the “Personal Best Fitness Challenge.” Throughout the late fall and early winter, annual fitness testing is conducted during the physical health and wellness unit. This unit assess and educates all students on speed, agility, muscle strength, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. The personal best challenge gave students the option to compete against their peers, showcasing their high achievements in specific fitness tests and grade levels. Teachers were also welcomed to participate. The competition encouraged all students and faculty to practice healthy habits, ensuring lifelong physical health and wellness. Congratulations to all those who volunteered! Date Added: 1/30/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165581 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165581 Murphy Spelling Bee The R.C. Murphy JHS English Department is proud to announce eighth grader Kayla Harte as the School Spelling Bee Champion! We went up to 12 rounds and the winning word was contentious. The finalists were eighth graders Haiven Misanes and Jiwoo Han. The other School Spelling Bee participants were: Aiden Anderson Juan Cabanes Kaileen Caracci Sophia Caritos Sanya Ghosh Andrew Graziano Sue Hayashi Brianna Kim Jason Oh Ben Pfeiffer Ryleigh Fong Leconte Emma Rosser Caoilin Sharkey Lawrence Sun Gabrielle Wong Date Added: 1/30/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165598 Mon, 30 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165598 Girl Scout Troop Honored by BOE The Three Village Central School District Board of Education thanked Girl Scout Troop #1897 during its Jan. 25 meeting for its work in supporting the Three Village food pantry. The troop worked with school social workers to organize a food drive for the pantry. Consequently, the students put together food baskets for local families in need. Date Added: 1/27/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165532 Fri, 27 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165532 Setauket Students Perform ‘Peter Pan’ Fifth and sixth graders at Setauket Elementary School stepped on stage for a wonderful performance of “Peter Pan.” The musical brought the audience to Neverland where the student-actors embraced adventure and let imaginations wander. The cast put on a total of four performances in front of live audiences made up of their peers, friends and family. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 1/26/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165490 Thu, 26 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165490 Teachers Honored by Regional Organization The Suffolk Zone of the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance recognized two Three Village Central School District staff members as teachers of the year at a recent conference. Congratulations to Jeanne LaLima who was named the Elementary Physical Education Teacher of the Year and to Kerry Diana, named the Elementary Health Teacher of the Year. “Both Ms. LaLima and Ms. Diana are dedicated, motivated and extraordinary teachers who go above and beyond for our students, department and district,” said Kevin Finnerty, Three Village executive director of health, physical education, recreation and athletics. During the award ceremony, Ms. LaLima and Ms. Diana were supported by their fellow colleagues and administrators from Nassakeag and Minnesauke elementary schools. The district congratulates Ms. LaLima and Ms. Diana for their outstanding work as educators in the health and physical education field. Date Added: 1/25/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165455 Wed, 25 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165455 Sixth Grade Animators Create Films Sixth graders at Setauket Elementary School are learning about animation through a hands-on project. Ms. Michele Muzzonigro recently introduced the art of stop motion animation to her students. Students worked in small groups to create sets and 3D characters for their own stop motion films. They learned the techniques of pointing and shooting before using iPads to begin filming. Once filming is complete, students will be able to edit their films and add in elements including a title sequence, audio and special effects. This is the first time iPads have been introduced at the elementary art level. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/25/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165467 Wed, 25 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165467 Celebrating Lunar New Year Across the district, students and staff celebrated Lunar New Year and the Year of the Rabbit through events, activities and schoolwide displays. Nassakeag Elementary School held a parade led by Mr. Prinzo’s sixth grade class. Students created a large dragon puppet that they carried through the halls. In Chinese culture, the dragon symbolizes good luck, strength and health. The sixth graders marched along to the beat of drums and gongs, which are traditional instruments in Chinese New Year celebrations. After the parade, classes held their own festivities where families were invited to help students make crafts. One class created rabbit puppets and wore red, a color to represent prosperity. Mrs. Kane’s kindergarten class at W.S. Mount Elementary School learned about Lunar New Year traditions. Students learned about the meaning of the color red and what the Year of the Rabbit symbolizes. They created a display for the school’s main hallway that reads “Gung Hey Fat Choy,” wishing everyone happiness and prosperity. Additionally, the kindergartners made smaller signs that say, “Xin Nian Kuai Le,” or “Happy New Year,” as well as paper lanterns. The class dedicated the display to Hui Jing Eggleston. Arrowhead Elementary School students learned about Lunar New Year through the morning announcements. Two fifth graders, Olivia and Vivian, celebrate the holiday and wrote an essay about its meaning and traditions. They read their essay aloud to the entire building. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 1/24/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165448 Tue, 24 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165448 The Great Kindness Challenge Kicks Off Elementary schools across the district held events to kick off The Great Kindness Challenge on Jan. 20. The Great Kindness Challenge is a worldwide campaign to promote kindness in schools in order to create a culture of caring, positivity and respect. This year, it runs from Jan. 23-27 and the theme is “grow kindness.” It marks the fifth year Minnesauke Elementary School is participating in the week. Students gathered in the building’s auditorium for a kickoff assembly where they were introduced to a checklist of kind acts that they can participate in. Throughout the week, there will be schoolwide events including creating a kindness paper chain and a Coins for Cancer fundraiser, which donates money to local families. Arrowhead Elementary School also held a kickoff assembly. Students participated in a singalong and happy dance with their teachers on stage. Throughout the week, students will be able to participate in kindness stations in the cafeteria where they can write kind notes and fill a mitten tree with acts of kindness. It’s the first year W.S. Mount Elementary School is participating in The Great Kindness Challenge. Similar to the other buildings, Mount Elementary School will be hosting a spirit week where students and staff will dress up in different themes to promote unity. Additionally, the building is conducting a “Pack the Pantry” event and collecting donations for its food pantry. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 1/23/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165389 Mon, 23 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165389 Fifth Annual Career Fair Three Village Central School District students gathered at the Ward Melville High School gymnasium for the district’s fifth annual career fair on Jan. 18. More than 75 businesses and organizations representing a number of industries were available to speak with students and their families about potential career paths. Ahead of the event, seventh through 12th grade students were encouraged to take an interest profiler quiz to identify their interests and better navigate the fair. Through this quiz, students were able to learn about professions that are a suitable match to them. They then visited the booths that matched their profile results. Many of the booths offered interactive activities for students. For example, Gabrielli Truck Sales had a tire changing station and students got behind the wheel of an impaired driving simulator that the Suffolk County Police Department brought along. Each year, the fair is hosted by the 3V-IAB, or Industry Advisory Board. The 3V-IAB is a club that provides networking opportunities, internships and work experience with businesses across the area. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 1/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165351 Fri, 20 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165351 Stony Brook School Lunar New Year Fireworks Attention Three Village Central School District families: The Stony Brook School will be hosting a Lunar New Year firework show on Friday, Jan. 20 at 7:30 p.m. This is a private event, however the school is conscious of its neighbors who may have pets and/or small children who may get alarmed by the noise. Fireworks will be over around 7:35 p.m. Date Added: 1/20/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165345 Fri, 20 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165345 Taking a Shot at Hockey Setauket Elementary School students are taking a shot at trying out hockey during physical education. Across all grade levels, students are participating in modified hockey activities. The winter sport not only helps students develop their skills, but also teaches them the importance of teamwork. Date Added: 1/19/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165291 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165291 Service-Learning Technology Project Students taking explorations in technology at Ward Melville High School have recently completed a service-learning project to help their peers. Mr. Flaiz and his students created custom footrests to help Mrs. Fenigstein provide her speech language students with adequate foot and postural support. Research has shown that how you sit can impact your ability to concentrate, process and remember new information, as well as improve self-confidence in learning. Throughout this project, the technology students worked on improving their measuring, cutting, fastening, sanding and laser logo engraving skills. They were excited to create something that will be utilized for years to come. Date Added: 1/18/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165273 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165273 Students Selected for Young Writers Publication Eleven students from R.C. Murphy Junior High School will be published in a writing anthology from Young Writers. Young Writers is an organization that gives students a platform to submit their works of writing to different contests. It aims to encourage young writers to enjoy reading, writing and poetry. This fall, students in Jackie Shaw’s seventh grade honors class enrolled in the competition, “Twisted Tales: Flip the Script.” The contest challenged students to write a micro story of 100 words or less, taking on a villain’s perspective. The villain could be a famous one, an original creation or even something such as a natural disaster. Congratulations to the 11 students who will be published: Elvin Gao, Holly Graff, Sabine Hecker, Madeline Kern, Julietta McKee, Roo Sabet, Mahira Shah, Caoilin Sharkey, Ryan Woltmann, Brandon Xu and Hannah Zdanowicz. R.C. Murphy JHS will be receiving a copy of the book Young Writers publishes with the student work and will display it in the school library. Next semester, there will be prize drawings. The school with the best set of entries will receive the Young Writers’ Award of Excellence and three students will win an Amazon voucher. Date Added: 1/17/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165251 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165251 ‘Iron Giraffe Challenge’ Fundraiser R.C. Murphy Junior High School has kicked off a schoolwide fundraising initiative to support access to clean drinking water in South Sudan. The fundraiser is based on the book, “A Long Walk to Water,” which is part of the seventh grade English curriculum. The novel highlights the true story of Salva Dut, a young boy forced to flee his village in South Sudan due to civil unrest. He now works to give back to his homeland through his nonprofit, Water for South Sudan. Throughout the book, the term “Iron Giraffe” is used to refer to the drill that is used to dig wells. In an effort to support Salva’s organization, R.C. Murphy Junior High School has enrolled in the Iron Giraffe Challenge. The building’s goal is to raise $1,000 by May 1 to build one well in South Sudan with the school’s name on it. Additionally, the school with the most donations will receive a visit from Salva himself. To make a donation to the Iron Giraffe Challenge, click the link below: https://sites.google.com/3villagecsd.org/iron-giraffe-challenge/home Date Added: 1/13/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165168 Fri, 13 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165168 Extraordinary Achievement on Math Exam Junior high school students were recognized for their outstanding achievement on the American Mathematics Competition 10 exam. The exam is a challenging multiple-choice examination designed to promote the development and enhancement of problem-solving skills. At P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, Michael Retakh and Eric Zhong scored in the top 5%, qualifying for the American Invitational Mathematics Examination. Additionally, Yuming Su and Anna Xing were awarded a third-place prize for their scores. At R.C. Murphy Junior High School, Harry Gao qualified for the AIME. The AIME is a three-hour examination with questions much more difficult than the AMC 10. It provides the exceptional students who are invited to take it with yet another opportunity to challenge their mathematical abilities and will be administered in February. Date Added: 1/12/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165139 Thu, 12 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165139 Italian Postcards Students in the Italian program at P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Junior High Schools recently wrapped up their unit on traveling by hosting a postcard exchange. Students wrote each other messages entirely in Italian. They highlighted their newly acquired language and wrote content based on their research of Italian regions. Date Added: 1/11/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165112 Wed, 11 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165112 Students Craft Cutting Boards Students in Mr. Herrel’s ninth grade wood systems class at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School recently created their own cutting boards. The ninth graders chose from a variety of hardwoods of different sizes and patterns. Throughout the project, they focused on proper gluing, sanding and finishing techniques. Students also learned about proper care for wooden cutting boards and how to keep them food safe. Date Added: 1/10/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165063 Tue, 10 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165063 PRE-K LOTTERY APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE THROUGH FEBRUARY 17 Click here for program details & application information. Date Added: 1/10/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165036 Tue, 10 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165036 WMHS Student Illustrates Children’s Book A Ward Melville High School student is drawing new life into a book that sat on a shelf for years. Ella Ignacio is a 10th grader at WMHS who resides at Angela’s House III in Stony Brook. Angela’s House is a nonprofit organization that cares for children with special health care needs, while providing supportive services for their families. Tracy Bloom is a Three Village employee who has worked as Ella’s one-to-one school nurse for years. Together, the pair recently completed the children’s book, “Do Skunks Think Skunks Stink?” Tracy wrote the book with her son many years ago. Her son never illustrated the book, so it sat untouched for a while. When the pandemic hit and students were remote learning, Tracy encouraged Ella to help create illustrations. “I knew Ella would be the perfect illustrator to bring this story to life,” Tracy said. “She is such a talented artist, and she captures the feelings of characters and delivers the message.” Ella completed her drawings earlier this fall and the book was finally published. Tracy and Ella decided to sell the books for $25 as a fundraiser to benefit Angela’s House. For those interested in purchasing a book and supporting the cause, please contact Tracy Bloom at tbloom@3villagecsd.org. Date Added: 1/9/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=165035 Mon, 09 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false165035 Sink or Float Lab Students at Minnesauke Elementary School are putting their own clay “boats” to the test. During a science experiment, they were challenged with molding clay to make it float in a bin of water. They added objects to their boats, such as marbles, to see how weight affected their creations. During this science lab, students learned about buoyancy and density through making predictions and observations. Date Added: 1/6/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164968 Fri, 06 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false164968 Interdisciplinary Self-Portraits Seventh graders at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School completed an interdisciplinary lesson that combined skills students learned in Spanish class, as well as in the library. Mrs. Mottola collaborated with the school librarian to have students computer code a self-portrait. The seventh graders wrote about themselves and will present their projects in Spanish. They even used their Spanish language skills throughout the process to label codes while creating the computerized images of themselves. Click here to view the Photo Slideshow. Date Added: 1/5/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164935 Thu, 05 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false164935 Programming Bee-Bots Minnesauke Elementary School kindergartners are being introduced to coding through a fun, hands-on activity. During library, students programmed Bee-Bots to follow commands. Bee-Bots, shaped like bumblebees, can move forward, backward, left and right as students press buttons on their backs. Kindergartners commanded the robots to move different directions through a floor map while following a path. While the Bee-Bots are an early introduction to programming, they also help students understand directional language and cause and effect. Date Added: 1/4/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164904 Wed, 04 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false164904 Summer Recreation Program Employment Application Now Available! The district is now accepting applications for counselor positions for the upcoming summer for the Three Village Summer Recreation Program. Our Half and Full Day Programs will run this year from July 5th – August 11th. Applications are due by Monday, February 6, 2023. Anyone who wishes to be considered for employment should use the link below to access the coversheet and information on how to apply through RecruitFront. The coversheet must be returned to the Athletics Office using the instructions listed. Additionally, all candidates must fully completed the online application to be considered for employment. Click on the attached PDF to access the coversheet. Date Added: 1/4/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164921 Wed, 04 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false164921 An Interactive Night of Music – January 10 Date Added: 1/3/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164879 Tue, 03 Jan 2023 06:00:00 GMT false164879 WMHS Students Excel on Math Competitions Fourteen students from Ward Melville High School recently qualified for the American Invitational Mathematics Examination, the second round in the Mathematical Association of America annual math competition. The AIME is a challenging competition offered for those who excelled on the American Mathematics Competition 10 and/or 12. It is a 15-question, three-hour examination. Congratulations to the following students: Yujay An, Amy Chen, Alexandra Duan, Alexander Huang, Daniel Liang, Katherine Liang, Lijia Lin, Michael Lu, Kevin Shi, Alexander Song, Michael Wei, Benjamin Wu, Shirley Xiong and Matthias Yeh. In addition to qualifying for AIME, several students won individual awards based on their AMC performance. Michael Lu, Alexander Song, Michael Wei and Shirley Xiong have earned a Certificate of Distinction, which is awarded to students that place in the top 2.5%. Alexander Song and Shirley Xiong have also earned the Honor Roll of Distinction, awarded to the highest-scoring students in the top 1%. “Fourteen qualifying students is truly an amazing accomplishment for the Math Team,” Math Team adviser Aaron Tam said. “Out of 1,600 participating schools in the U.S., each school will have less than three students qualify on average. Most of our students qualified mainly because of their dedication and hard work, in addition to their natural abilities in math.” Date Added: 1/3/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164876 Tue, 03 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false164876 Incoming Sophomore Orientation January 5th 6:30 -7:30, Auditorium Entrance Date Added: 1/3/2023 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164868 Tue, 03 Jan 2023 05:00:00 GMT false164868 Holiday Volleyball Tournament Juniors and seniors at Ward Melville High School faced off against one another during the annual holiday volleyball tournament. The tournament is the culmination of the volleyball unit in physical education. Throughout the unit, students sharpen their volleyball skills and are put into teams for the bracket-style competition. The championship game took place on Dec. 23, leading up to the holiday break. The physical education department organizes the final game, inviting juniors and seniors to fill the stands of the gymnasium. During timeouts and in between sets, students in the audience are invited to the court to participate in games including musical chairs and a “pizza-serving” activity. The event brought together the Ward Melville High School community while getting students excited about the upcoming break. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 12/28/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164821 Wed, 28 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164821 Learning About Hanukkah The Multicultural Club at Arrowhead Elementary School learned about the history, meaning and traditions of Hanukkah. Students watched a short informational video and fun music videos explaining Hanukkah, created by a Jewish acapella group. They learned how to play dreidel and dance the Hora to “Hava Naglia.” The club’s next session will focus on learning the history of Christmas and Kwanzaa. Date Added: 12/22/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164754 Thu, 22 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164754 Holiday Baking Eighth graders at R.C. Murphy Junior High School participated in holiday baking ahead of break! Students created a chocolate-toffee bark as part of a holiday-themed food lab. They then worked together to decorate their delicious treats. Date Added: 12/22/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164760 Thu, 22 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164760 Gingerbread Villages The Team Builders Club at Setauket Elementary School created beautifully crafted gingerbread villages this holiday season. Students constructed gingerbread houses surrounded by trees, characters and landmarks – all with tasty treats. They donated their villages to the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook and Luxor Nursing and Rehabilitation at Mills Pond in St. James for residents, staff and families to enjoy. Date Added: 12/21/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164687 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164687 Annual 3V Career Fair Ward Melville High School and the 3V-IAB is hosting its 5th annual Career Fair on Jan. 18 at 6:30 p.m. in the WMHS cafeteria. More than 75 businesses from practically every industry will be in attendance to guide students in discovering their own personal career path options. Students and parents in grades 7-12 from Gelinas JHS, Murphy JHS and WMHS are invited. Click here for more event information Click here for registration information Click here to find your career DNA Date Added: 12/21/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164682 Wed, 21 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164682 Stuff-A-Bus Spreads Holiday Cheer Across the Three Village Central School District, students are learning the power of giving through the annual Stuff-A-Bus campaign. Originating at R.C. Murphy Junior High School, Stuff-A-Bus collects toys to be donated to the Gerald Ryan Outreach Center in Wyandanch, which supports Long Island families in need. At the district’s elementary buildings, student council members collected toys from their school communities. Members of the Murphy JHS student government then took a school bus across the district to collect the toys and drop them to the organization. Students of all ages were excited to participate and spread cheer this holiday season. Date Added: 12/20/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164632 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164632 Charlie Brown Christmas By The WM Players To view the flyer, click here. Date added: 12/20/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164613 Tue, 20 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164613 Students Step on Stage for ‘Mary Poppins’ After weeks of hard work and rehearsals, Ward Melville High School students stepped on stage for a wonderful performance of “Mary Poppins.” The musical fantasy brings the audience to London where Mary Poppins becomes the nanny for the Banks family. Through her charm, lifestyle and unique way of doing things, Mary Poppins ultimately improves the Banks family dynamic. Student-actors put on a total of four shows in front of a live audience. They were excited to take the audience inside of their story, filled with singing, dancing and heartwarming dialogue. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 12/19/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164583 Mon, 19 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164583 Festive Fun at Minnesauke Pre-K students at Minnesauke Elementary School invited their family members into the classroom for some festive fun. Students created gingerbread houses, using frosting to glue graham crackers to milk cartons. They decorated their houses with different kinds of candy and took them home to enjoy. The activity got students excited about the upcoming holiday break. Click here for a photo gallery. Date Added: 12/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164554 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164554 Board Honors Fall Student-Athletes At the Dec. 14 meeting of the Three Village Central School District Board of Education, several fall athletics teams, individual student-athletes and coaches were honored for their successful seasons. Athletic Director Kevin Finnerty first introduced the Ward Melville High School varsity football team and congratulated the team for its Suffolk County Championship win. The football team was followed by the varsity girls soccer team recognition for winning the New York State championship. Several of the athletes on both of these teams were celebrated for their individual accomplishments on and off the field. Additionally, student-athletes and coaches from the following teams were recognized for several honors including all-county, all-state and coach of the year awards: girls swimming and diving, girls cross country, field hockey, girls tennis, girls volleyball and boys volleyball. The final recognition of the evening celebrated Ward Melville High School student Bailee Williams for her work organizing a heart screening event earlier this fall. In partnership with Heart Screen New York, cardiac screenings were administered to nearly 395 student-athletes. Kevin Finnerty was also given a certificate for leading this district initiative. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 12/15/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164518 Thu, 15 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164518 Songs of the Season Members of the fourth grade chorus at Nassakeag Elementary School spread holiday cheer during arrival on Dec. 14. Students kicked off the day by singing holiday songs as students walked into Nassakeag from the bus circle. Students were excited to sing along and get in the holiday spirit. Date Added: 12/14/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164480 Wed, 14 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164480 Oil Spill STEM Challenge Fifth grade students at Nassakeag Elementary School channeled their inner environmental engineers during an in-class STEM challenge. Students were given a scenario where they were tasked with joining the clean-up effort after an oil spill. They could only use the provided materials to clean up all the oil from the feathers and the water. Students worked collaboratively to come with the best ideas to tackle the challenge within time constraints. Through this science activity, they learned the impact humans can have on the environment, as well as the difficulties of engineering a solution to an environmental problem. Additionally, students learned the long-term impacts of these problems, as they were unable to completely clean the water. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 12/13/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164457 Tue, 13 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164457 December 12-19 is Human Rights Week This week at Murphy we are celebrating and recognizing the importance of universal human rights. The theme set by the United Nations for this year is “Dignity, Freedom, and Justice for All.” Students will be hearing about human rights advocates each morning during homeroom and a slideshow teaching students more about inspirational human rights leaders and activists will be displayed in the art wing all week. Click below to the see the slideshow entitled “Dignity, Freedom, and Justice for All”. Click here to view the slideshow. “I do not wish to foresee the future. I am concerned with taking care of the present.” - Mahatma Gandhi Date Added: 12/13/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164442 Tue, 13 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164442 Paris to Rome French and Italian Junior High School teachers hosted an event called, “Paris to Rome” for all sixth grade students. The event taught students about the Junior High School world language program and embraced the traditions of different cultures. Students enjoyed dinner donated by O Sole Mio and French croissants for dessert. They participated in games and activities relating to the Italian and French cultures. Date Added: 12/9/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164354 Fri, 09 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164354 Distracted Driving Dangers Tenth graders at Ward Melville High School hit the “road” to practice safe driving. As part of the chemical substance unit in their health curriculum, the Town of Brookhaven visited the gymnasium to show students the dangers of distracted and impaired driving. The Brookhaven Highway Department set up a simulation for students to drive through using electric go-karts. The program replicates the impairment caused by drinking and other distractions. Students first went through the course with no distractions. They were then asked to send texts while behind the wheel. During the final exercise, students wore Fatal Vision goggles, which altered their vision to simulate a blood alcohol content of three times the legal limit. The activity is a valuable experience for students, allowing them to practice the rules of the road and see the dangers of distracted driving firsthand. Click here to view the Photo Slideshow. Date Added: 12/9/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164368 Fri, 09 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164368 Drones Take Flight at Gelinas JHS Mr. Dean Kostis’ eighth grade technology class at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School is learning how to fly drones. Before taking flight, students wrote codes to perform on a drone simulator. This helped them perfect their flight and landing. Students took measurements and used software to program their drones to navigate a small obstacle course using their Chromebooks. This invaluable experience for students creates an opportunity to develop key coding skills while learning the real-world applications of drones. Students learned how programming is becoming a larger part of the world each day, with drones being used to deliver goods, locate sharks near shorelines and just last year, a drone was used to transport a human organ to a hospital for a transplant operation. Date Added: 12/8/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164314 Thu, 08 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164314 3D-Printed Keychains Fifth graders at Minnesauke Elementary School in the Three Village Central School District are taking home keychains they created from start to finish with the school library’s 3D printer. Students first used the software, Tinkercad to design their keychains – many of which were cut-outs of their names and phrases. Then, they put their designs to the test and printed out the products. 3D printing encourages STEM learning during the fifth graders’ library time, while also promoting creativity and hands-on learning. Students were excited to engage in this activity and create a product they could take home. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 12/8/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164329 Thu, 08 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164329 World Cup Lessons Kick Off Mrs. Farley’s world language classes at R.C. Murphy Junior High School are getting a kick out of learning about the World Cup. Mrs. Farley has incorporated the World Cup into several in-class activities with her seventh and eighth graders. Students are using the vocabulary they learned in class to talk about the games, as well as learning about the different cultures and languages of the participating countries. Additionally, Mrs. Farley and her students have transformed the world language hallway. Students are excited to come by and get updates about the games. Date Added: 12/7/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164279 Wed, 07 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164279 ‘Journeys Into American Indian Territory’ Program On Nov. 28, fourth graders at Arrowhead Elementary School participated in the “Journeys into American Indian Territory” program. The in-school field trip offers an in-depth look into the beliefs and traditions of Native American people through hands-on, authentic experiences. Students played Native American games that focused on math skills, fairness and turn-taking. They explored a museum with artifacts including animal skins and head dresses. Additionally, students witnessed the importance of storytelling in Native American culture, participated in making pottery and engaged in a government and decision-making activity. The program compliments Arrowhead’s fourth grade social studies curriculum and was a valued experience for students. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 12/6/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164251 Tue, 06 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164251 Annual 3V Career Fair Ward Melville High School and the 3V-IAB is hosting its 5th annual Career Fair on Jan. 18 at 6:30 p.m. in the WMHS cafeteria. More than 75 businesses from practically every industry will be in attendance to guide students in discovering their own personal career path options. Students and parents in grades 7-12 from Gelinas JHS, Murphy JHS and WMHS are invited. Click here for more event information Click here for registration information Click here to find your career DNA Date Added: 12/6/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164235 Tue, 06 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164235 Students Engineer Cardboard Safes Students taking principles of engineering at Ward Melville High School with Mr. Steve Rogers completed their first project of the year, a cardboard safe. Students were challenged with building a locking safe, made almost entirely out of cardboard with some minor parts fabricated out of plywood or 3D printed materials. Each safe had to have at least one method of security to prevent the door from opening. Students came up with combination lock-style mechanisms that utilized three numbers to open the door and allow access. Some students took things a step further and had multiple methods of security including magnets or physical keys to open their safes, as well as interior lighting and alarm systems. The project started at the beginning of the year with students researching designs. They then used AutoCAD, a computer design software, to draw all the necessary parts. Using the CNC laser cutting machine, students accurately cut the parts and assembled their safes. From start to finish, students were engaged in hands-on learning. Mr. Rogers says it was a difficult project to kick off the year, but students persevered. “All students came up with great ideas and were successful,” he said. “Needless to say, I am very proud of our future engineers. Congratulations on a job well done.” Date Added: 12/5/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164222 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 07:00:00 GMT false164222 WMHS ‘Mary Poppins’ Postponed One Week Date Added: 12/5/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164196 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 06:00:00 GMT false164196 Budget Advisory Committee Application Now Open The Three Village Board of Education is taking applications for membership on the Budget Advisory Committee (B.A.C.). Similar to the Strategic Planning Committee, there will be four members from each of the following: · Community · Parents · Administration · Teachers · Students There will be one representative from the other units in the district as well. Six meetings will be scheduled at 7 pm starting in January. The dates are to be announced. Applications are due by Thursday, December 8, 2022. Prior membership on the B.A.C. is not required. Parents or community members who wish to be considered for the B.A.C. may apply using the following link: http://bac.3villagecsd.org/ Date Added: 12/5/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164192 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164192 BOE Honors Recent Accomplishments The Three Village Central School District Board of Education recognized students and staff members for recent honors at its Nov. 30 meeting. Ward Melville High School Principal William Bernhard touted the district’s 11 National Merit Scholarship Program Semifinalists for their outstanding achievement on the Preliminary SAT exam. These students are among the approximately 16,000 academically talented high school seniors from across the nation to be named semifinalists. They will each have the opportunity to advance in the competition and be named finalists, which are expected to be announced in February. P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Principal Corinne Keane and science chairperson Pete Schuchman congratulated science teacher Nicolette DeMartino for earning the Science Teachers Association of New York State Fellows New Teacher Award. The honor recognizes Ms. DeMartino for her future promise and outstanding contributions to science education. “In her short time at Three Village, Ms. DeMartino has left an indelible mark on the school community,” Mr. Schuchman said. The final recognition of the evening acknowledged nurse Sharon Arvidsson at Setauket Elementary School. Arvidsson recently became a National Certified School Nurse. In order to earn this title, a registered nurse must demonstrate a high level of education, clinical practice experience and knowledge. Nurse Sharon, as she is known by students, completed coursework and a rigorous exam to be certified in this special area. Date Added: 12/1/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164147 Thu, 01 Dec 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164147 Spreading Positive Messages Through Music Students at Setauket Elementary School were visited by Jared Campbell, an award-winning singer and songwriter. Through song, Campbell shared messages of responsibility, respect and antibullying. Students were engaged throughout the presentation, singing and dancing along. Campbell put on two different performances, one for kindergarten through second grade, and another for third through fifth grade. Both shows focused on kindness and compassion while encouraging students to be leaders and to live their life with purpose. Click to view the slideshow. Date Added: 11/30/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164111 Wed, 30 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164111 WMHS Celebrates Blue Ribbon Status In honor of being named a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education, Ward Melville High School held a ceremony. District administrators, Ward Melville High School staff, local leaders and their representatives, board of education members and students gathered at the building on Nov. 28 to celebrate the accomplishment. Ward Melville High School Student Government President Mikaeel Zohair kicked off the ceremony by introducing wonderful performances by the school’s Camerata, Honors String Quartet and student Ava Della Pietra. Principal William Bernhard welcomed the crowd and congratulated students and staff on this honor. He thanked Ward Melville High School teachers for their dedication to excellence in education. “I stand before you today and dedicate this great recognition to the faculty of Ward Melville High School,” Mr. Bernhard said. He welcomed the keynote speaker, Executive Vice President-Provost of Stony Brook University Mr. Carl Lejuez, who touted the school for its success. “Only 297 schools nationally received this designation from the U.S. Department of Education. That puts your school in rare company and it’s truly amazing,” Mr. Lejuez said to the crowd. “It’s amazing because of how hard I know everyone has worked to achieve this. That’s particularly where it’s important for us to acknowledge the great students here and their parents.” Suffolk County Legislator Kara Hahn addressed the crowd along with representatives from Town of Brookhaven Councilmember Jonathan Kornreich and New York State Assemblyman Steve Englebright’s offices. Local leaders presented Ward Melville High School with citations noting the Blue Ribbon designation. After the ceremony, members of the Ward Melville High School community gathered outside the building for a flag raising. The clock tower bell rang proudly as the 2022 National Blue Ribbon School flag was lifted. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/29/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164068 Tue, 29 Nov 2022 08:00:00 GMT false164068 Three Village Has Talent Three Village Central School District teachers and administrators stepped on stage at R.C. Murphy Junior High School for Three Village Has Talent! Staff participated in skits, songs and other performances to raise money for student scholarships. In total, more than $11,000 was made to benefit students during this one-night fundraiser. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/29/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164042 Tue, 29 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164042 Power of Poetry Sixth grade students at Nassakeag Elementary School were recently visited by Ward Melville High School student Ella O’Connor for a discussion about poetry. Last year, O’Connor was named Suffolk County’s first teen poet laureate after winning a Walt Whitman Student Poetry Contest in collaboration with the Suffolk County Legislature. O’Connor led the group in a presentation about poetry and the power of words. She empowered the group through writing, while focusing on the following themes: youth can change the world, poetry can change minds and what you say matters. During the presentation, O’Connor tasked the sixth graders with writing their own poems. They followed the theme, “What is something I can do to change the world,” and were guided step-by-step through the writing process. Students first brainstormed and mapped out their ideas. They decided on rhythmic structures and chose writing devices such as similes, metaphors and alliteration to include. O’Connor encouraged students to enter these poems, as well as other original pieces of writing, in local and regional competitions. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/28/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=164023 Mon, 28 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false164023 K-12 Artist Showcase Date Added: 11/28/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=163995 Mon, 28 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false163995 Paris to Rome: The European Connection Date Added: 11/28/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=163996 Mon, 28 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false163996 Happy Thanksgiving, Three Village! Across the Three Village Central School District, students participated in fun activities to get them excited about Thanksgiving. From feasts, to parades, to service projects, students at all grade levels engaged in meaningful activities. Minnesauke Elementary School’s pre-K students held a Thanksgiving feast alongside their teachers and families. Students first shared aloud what they are thankful for before enjoying some Thanksgiving dinner staples. Similarly, Nassakeag Elementary School pre-K students enjoyed a feast with their families before parading the halls to celebrate the upcoming holiday. Each student marched while holding a balloon, as the school’s marching band followed behind. Other grade levels lined the halls cheering the younger students on. W.S. Mount Elementary School held a schoolwide parade, mirroring the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Two students served as announcers while classes passed through the bus loop holding balloons and projects ranging in themes from favorite book characters to New York State symbols. The fourth grade choir sang a Thanksgiving-themed song and the marching band led the parade before performing for the crowd. The event ended with a special visit from Buddy the Elf and a schoolwide performance of “Jingle Bells.” Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 11/23/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=163983 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 08:00:00 GMT false163983 Minnesauke Gets in the Spirit of Giving Minnesauke Elementary School is in the spirit of giving ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. Students participated in several service projects to give back to the community and those in need. First graders helped bake pumpkin bread to donate to the food pantry at St. James Church in Setauket. Students mixed the ingredients together with the assistance of parent volunteers. They also created labels to package the bread. Mr. Harvey and Mr. Dowling’s sixth grade classes designed Thanksgiving plates for NY 1.27, a nonprofit that donates money and goods to children in the foster care system across Long Island. Students designed the plates in hopes that those in need can have a festive Thanksgiving meal. Additionally, sixth graders collected food to donate to the organization to be distributed to group homes across the area. Click here to view the photo slideshow. Date Added: 11/23/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=163946 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false163946 Learning Native American Heritage Kindergarten students at W.S. Mount Elementary School learned all about Native American heritage ahead of Thanksgiving. On Nov. 17, the kindergartners gathered for a special event focused on the Native American culture. Students performed a song and dance for their families before they circled through different hands-on activities in the gymnasium. They created clay pots, grinded and planted corn, practiced weaving, went “fishing” and listened to stories in a teepee. Each activity focused on an important aspect of Native American life and engaged students in hands-on learning. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 11/23/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=163962 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false163962 Italian TikTok Contest Students taking Italian at R.C. Murphy Junior High School were recently awarded in a TikTok contest promoted by the American Association of Teachers of Italian. Students were challenged with creating a TikTok video about their past summer using different images, the Italian language and an Italian soundtrack. Several districts across Long Island participated and R.C. Murphy JHS students won awards for the funniest and most creative videos. Date Added: 11/18/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=163806 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false163806 Students Design ‘Essential Cities’ Sixth grade classes at Nassakeag Elementary School in the Three Village Central School District recently engaged in a hands-on STEM lesson where they collaborated to create their own cities using KEVA Planks. The activity is part of the Essential Cities curriculum, which is a prelude to the sixth grade science unit on cells. Students were given the scenario that a catastrophic event took place and all that was left was a flat terrain of land. The land was not able to be used for farming, and students were not able to use any water in their cities besides the rainwater gathered during a storm. The sixth graders needed to decide which sustainable buildings were considered essential in their cities and after a group discussion they decided on including a command center, large control building, small workshops, multi-use storage carts, solar panels, a water reservoir, a power plant, walls and gates. Students worked together to plan their cities using the platform Jamboard, before bringing the cities to life with the KEVA Planks. Each sixth grade class became a community and designed their plots on an assigned table to represent the flat terrain. After planning, students were given the constraint of receiving only 20 planks each, which are all the same shape and size, to build their structures. They worked in small groups to create their buildings using the available resources, while figuring out placement, angles and the area of their space. The entire project took place over the course of five days. The Essential Cities activity promoted teamwork and out-of-the-box thinking. Students learned about sustainability and cultivated their problem-solving skills while engaging in hands-on learning. Date Added: 11/17/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=163760 Thu, 17 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false163760 Thanksgiving Interfaith Service Date Added: 11/17/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=163741 Thu, 17 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false163741 Overcoming Adversity Third through sixth grade students at Arrowhead Elementary School recently learned about overcoming adversity through an assembly organized by school social worker Judy Forgione, L.C.S.W. During the presentation, ALS Ride For Life members shared the story of Chris Prendergast and his brave journey with ALS. His message of how he turned his illness into a mission to find a cure inspired both students and staff. This spring, Arrowhead Elementary School will hold a fundraiser to help research a cure for ALS. Additionally, the building will be supporting the annual Ride For Life, a major advocacy event. Date Added: 11/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=161784 Wed, 16 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false161784 Outdoor Learning Students at Setauket Elementary School recently took advantage of the nice, fall weather and building’s courtyard for wonderful outdoor learning opportunities. Pictured here are students from Mrs. Pantelidis’ class, as well as Mrs. Zambujeiro and Mrs. Malthaghati’s class. Students read books, learned about nature and collaborated with one another in the fresh air! Date Added: 11/15/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=161722 Tue, 15 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false161722 Senior Scholarship Prom Fashion Show The Ward Melville High School PTSA is hosting the Senior Scholarship Prom Fashion Show on Jan. 26, 2023. If you have a senior interested in participating in the fashion show, please go to wardmelvillepsta.com to complete the model contract and send it in to the main office at the high school by Thursday, Nov. 17. Date Added: 11/15/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=161711 Tue, 15 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false161711 New York State Champions Congratulations to our Ward Melville High School girls soccer team for being named the New York State champions! The Ward Melville Patriots faced Clarence High School during the Class AA championship game. The team came out on top with a final score of 1-0. This marks the first state championship for Ward Melville girls soccer in program history. Date Added: 11/14/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=161673 Mon, 14 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false161673 Honoring Our Veterans Ahead of Veterans Day, students and staff in the Three Village Central School District honored those who have served the country through several ways. Students participated in service projects, special classroom lessons and activities to pay tribute to veterans and the sacrifices they have made for the country. At Ward Melville High School, students in Ms. Dalton and Mrs. Corbett’s classes organized a clothing drive to benefit the United War Veterans Council. The organization collects donations of gently used clothing and household goods, generates revenue by selling these items to re-use retailers and uses the profit toward its work for veterans. Students helped pack up the collection truck on Nov. 14. Doug Elliot’s ninth grade public speaking class at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School learned about Christopher Raguso, a member of the U.S. Air National Guard, who paid the ultimate sacrifice in Iraq in 2018. The class discussed Raguso’s eulogy, which was read by his father. Mr. Elliot, who was a friend of Raguso, took his class outside to the front flagpole, where he and Mr. Ehlers, another Gelinas teacher, played military songs on the bagpipes in tribute to Raguso and all veterans who have served the country. At the younger level, students participated in projects that honor local veterans. Second graders at W.S. Mount Elementary School created placemats that were brought to the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook. Additionally, Arrowhead and Setauket Elementary Schools led a schoolwide project in which students created cards that were dropped off at the Northport VA Medical Center. Click here to view the slideshow. Date Added: 11/14/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=161693 Mon, 14 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false161693 P.J. Gelinas JHS Teacher Earns State Recognition P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth grade science teacher, Nicolette DeMartino, won the Science Teachers Association of New York State Fellows New Teacher Award at its statewide conference in Syracuse. STANYS is a collaborative association that brings together science teachers from across New York to promote excellence in science education while working together to provide opportunities for all students. The STANYS Fellows New Teacher Award recognizes Ms. DeMartino for her future promise as a new teacher and her outstanding contributions to science education. Date Added: 11/10/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=161603 Thu, 10 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false161603 Internet Safety The Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office visited Setauket Elementary School on Nov. 4 to speak with fourth, fifth and sixth graders about internet safety. Students gathered in the school’s auditorium for an interactive presentation that focused on several topics including safe social media use and cyberbullying. Students were encouraged to protect themselves online by not posting their full names or hometowns. They were taught to not engage with, or block users that they don’t know. Most importantly, the Sheriff’s Office stressed the importance of students telling someone they trust if they are confronted with an uncomfortable or harmful situation online. Date Added: 11/8/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=161524 Tue, 08 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false161524 Science ‘Matters’ Kindergarteners at Arrowhead Elementary School recently learned about matter during a hands-on science experiment. Science Lab Teaching Assistant Debbie Lukralle first read students the story, “Sneezy the Snowman,” which is about a snowman who melts when he gets too warm. The book served as an introduction to the experiment, as students learned how the snowman changed from a solid to liquid. Ms. Lukarelle then invited students up to help create a slime. Starting with liquids, students poured different substances into a bowl. The kindergarteners hypothesized what would happen as they continued to add and stir in different ingredients. Ultimately, the students created a slime, or a solid, that they were eager to test out at their lab tables. Date Added: 11/7/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160484 Mon, 07 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false160484 Three Village Has Talent Date Added: 10/25/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160103 Mon, 07 Nov 2022 05:00:00 GMT false160103 Hands-on Child Care Experience Mrs. Lydon's child care class at Ward Melville High School has been learning all about the skills needed to work with young children. On Oct. 28, the class took a field trip to Nassakeag Elementary School and students were able to assist Mrs. Dagostino and Mrs. Provenzano's kindergarten classes with some fun learning activities! Date Added: 11/2/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160363 Wed, 02 Nov 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160363 Happy Halloween, Three Village! The Three Village Central School District had its Halloween spirit on display on Oct. 31. Across the district, students dressed in costumes, and at many of the elementary schools they were able to show off them off during a parade. The celebrations continued in the classroom as students participated in arts and crafts and Halloween-themed activities. Ward Melville High School held its annual Trick or Treat Street event. Hosted by the Key Club, students and organizations decorated doors on the exterior of the building. The community was invited to come trick or treat in a safe, fun environment. Date Added: 11/1/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160315 Tue, 01 Nov 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160315 BOE Recognizes Students and Staff A number of students and staff members were recognized for recent accomplishments and contributions by the Three Village Central School District Board of Education at its Oct. 26 meeting. Five Ward Melville High School students were recently selected by the New York State School Music Association to perform in the 2022 All-State Music Conference. An additional 13 students were chosen as alternates. These students were acknowledged by district leaders and the board for being named the top musicians from across New York. The board went on to recognize Executive Director of Technology, Deidre Rubenstrunk, for being named the 2022 Fred Podolski Leadership and Innovation in Technology Visionary Award winner. Ms. Rubenstrunk received this award for demonstrating vision, leadership and support of technology initiatives. In honor of October being National Principals Month, principals at each of the district’s buildings were recognized for their leadership and dedication to their students’ success. Lastly, the district and board expressed their gratitude to staff members, Dan Walsh, Kevin Thornton and Chris Murphy, for helping save individuals who were choking. These staff members recently performed the Heimlich maneuver in separate instances. Date Added: 10/31/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160254 Mon, 31 Oct 2022 05:00:00 GMT false160254 Public Notice: Mid East Suffolk Teacher Resource and Computer Training Center Policy Meetings Date Added: 10/31/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160249 Mon, 31 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160249 School Board Recognition Week The Three Village Central School District Board of Education was celebrated by the district at its Oct. 26 meeting in honor of School Board Recognition Week. School Board Recognition Week is celebrated from Oct. 17-21 and acknowledges the many contributions boards of education make to their communities. During the meeting, each building in the district had a student representative read about their respective board of education liaisons. These students had previously interviewed the board members and shared some of their achievements and advice. They expressed their gratitude for the countless volunteer hours each board member dedicates toward making the Three Village school community a better place. Additionally, the students thanked district clerk Inger Germano and the board’s student representative, Mikaeel Zohair, for their service. Date Added: 10/31/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160222 Mon, 31 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160222 Newsday Marching Band Festival Performance Date Added: 10/28/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160201 Fri, 28 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160201 3D Printing at Minnesauke Minnesauke Elementary School fifth graders are learning how to use Tinkercad, a software for 3D design, electronics and coding during their time in the library. Students will create personalized keychains for their first 3D printing project and are hoping to build on this skill with another project later in the school year. Additionally, fourth grade classes will make their own keychains using Tinkercad. Date Added: 10/27/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160166 Thu, 27 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160166 Sharing Tree Sixth graders In Nicole Ullah’s class at Minnesauke Elementary School are contributing to a “sharing tree” in the school’s lobby. Aligned with the building’s STARS pledge, students are writing down the ways they can share on paper leaves and hanging them on the bulletin board. Date Added: 10/26/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160114 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160114 Science Lesson on the Sound The science department at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School recently took ninth graders out to sea for a fishing field trip. Students boarded the Celtic Quest and went out on the Long Island Sound to catch black sea bass and porgies. Students who participated in the field trip were enrolled in a Google Classroom page that provided information about the physical and biological aspects of the Long Island Sound. Additionally, they were given recipes to help cook their catch. Date Added: 10/26/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160130 Wed, 26 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160130 Nassakeag CARES on the School Bus Nassakeag Elementary School held a pep rally to introduce its new School Bus CARES initiative to students at the end of Unity Week on Oct. 21. The school band played as students entered the auditorium and sixth grade ambassadors acted out short skits to demonstrate the expected behaviors and actions on the school bus. Each day, bus drivers will identify one student that follows the Nassakeag CARES matrix – someone who is Compassionate, Accepting, Respectful, Embracing and Successful. The student will write their name on the coupon and the teacher submits it to the main office. Every Friday, Principal Ms. Levine and Assistant Principal Ms. Nastri will choose five coupons and announce winners over the loudspeaker. Those students will be invited to the office to choose from a variety of prizes. Nassakeag’s Bus CARES pep rally also aligned with National School Bus Safety Week. Date Added: 10/25/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160099 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160099 Practicing School Bus Safety Students learned all about how to keep themselves safe while riding the school bus, thanks to Suffolk Transportation Services. During National School Bus Safety Week, which ran from Oct. 17-21, bus drivers visited classrooms for brief presentations. At Arrowhead Elementary School, students watched brief animations about where to stand while waiting for the bus and how to cross the street after getting off the bus. They also learned about buckling up, the school bus rules and steps to take in case of an emergency. After the classroom presentation, students went outside and got on a school bus to practice safely entering and exiting and buckling their seatbelts. National School Bus Safety Week aims to educate entire school communities about the rules of the road surrounding bus safety. Date Added: 10/25/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160071 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160071 Art Career Night - December 13, 2022 6pm-7pm Date Added: 10/25/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160088 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160088 Trick or Treat Street - Monday October 31, 2022 Date Added: 10/25/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160175 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160175 Fall Festival Pre-K students at Nassakeag Elementary School had fun during their fall festival! Students engaged in a number of fall-themed activities including apple picking, stuff-a-scarecrow and making fall bracelets. Date Added: 10/24/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160023 Mon, 24 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160023 Unity Week Celebrations The district celebrated Unity Day on Wednesday, Oct. 19 with activities that focused on anti-bullying messaging. Unity Day encourages school communities to show unity for kindness, acceptance and inclusion. Across the district, students and staff wore orange to send a visible message. Not only did celebrations take place on Oct. 19, in many buildings they lasted throughout the week. At Ward Melville High School, students in a number of extracurricular clubs came together to “chalk the walk.” Students drew colorful, positive messages on the building’s sidewalks for their peers as they entered the building on Unity Day. Faculty and staff at Setauket Elementary School also used sidewalk chalk to welcome their students with positive messages. Students were excited to sign a Unity Day pledge, affirming their commitment to creating a positive school environment. Additionally, Setauket Elementary School staff led an interactive game of Family Feud for students. Students participated in the game show, sharing ways they are responsible, open-minded, cooperative, kind and safe. Minnesauke Elementary School welcomed Prismatic Magic into the auditorium, an educational laser light performance that incorporated anti-bullying messaging. The high-energy show reinforced the importance of teamwork and positivity. At W.S. Mount and Arrowhead Elementary Schools, students created footprints to “stomp out bullying” and visualize the positive steps they are taking to create a community without bullying. W.S. Mount students also created a chain with orange links of paper that they wrote kind, anti-bullying messages on. Nassakeag Elementary School students participated in a spirit week surrounding Unity Day. The week culminated with a schoolwide pep rally, where students dressed in green and gold to unite and take a stand against bullying. While Unity Day takes place during one day in October, the Three Village school community honors its messaging throughout the year. Students were eager to carry out the lessons they learned during Unity Day activities and take steps to put an end to bullying. Date Added: 10/24/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=160044 Mon, 24 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false160044 Principal Read-Aloud Minnesauke Elementary School Principal Nancy Pickford and Assistant Principal Karen Mizell kicked off the school year by pushing into classrooms for a read-aloud. Ms. Pickford and Ms. Mizell visited all classes to read stories that align with the building’s STARS pledge, which encourages students to be Sharing, Trustworthy, Accepting, Respectful and Serving. Some of the books they read included “The World Needs More Purple People” and “Maybe.” Students were excited to welcome their principals into the classroom! Date Added: 10/20/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159948 Thu, 20 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159948 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month Our district celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. At P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Junior High Schools, as well as at Ward Melville High School, students participated in activities that honored the culture and contributions of many Hispanic Americans. Classes at the junior high schools collaborated to create posters. Students were given puzzle pieces to put together and create a poster with an inspirational quote in Spanish. Additionally, students researched an accomplished person of Hispanic heritage and created a pennant with information about the person including their achievements, a quote and lessons learned. At Ward Melville High School, AP students produced bilingual podcasts on many different aspects of Hispanic culture including music, food, celebrations and literature. Other courses created posters which were then used in a scavenger hunt. Students even had the opportunity to learn about Latin American music during an interactive after-school Zumba class. Date Added: 10/20/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159963 Thu, 20 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159963 Fire Safety and Prevention The Three Village Central School District recently honored Fire Prevention Week with fire department visits to its elementary schools. The Setauket Fire Department visited buildings to teach students about fire safety and prevention, as well as the steps to take in an emergency. The visits started off with a brief presentation where students learned about calling 9-1-1 in case of an emergency. Firefighters reinforced the importance of having an exit plan. They also demonstrated how to stop, drop and roll with the help of some student volunteers. After the presentation, students explored a firetruck and ambulance. Firefighters got dressed in their gear to show students the equipment they use when responding to an emergency. Students were excited to learn about fire safety during this engaging visit with local first responders. Date Added: 10/19/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159916 Wed, 19 Oct 2022 05:00:00 GMT false159916 Coding in the Classroom Ninth grade students in Mr. Kostis’ computer design class at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School are learning how to program robots to complete a series of tasks using codes and sensors. Students started by using the VEX Virtual Robotics program to learn about sensors and test their codes. Then, they moved on to using physical VEX IQ robots with sensors to navigate through a course and move an object into the goal. Using a research, design, build and assess model, students are learning how to use coding and sensors to control robot behavior. They write original code for the robot and analyze the behavior to evaluate additional solutions. Next, students will be using their programming knowledge to program Tello indoor drones to navigate through a course. For this challenge, students will be using their Drone Blocks software on their Chromebook. Date Added: 10/19/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159889 Wed, 19 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159889 Word Cemetery Activity Fifth graders at Minnesauke Elementary School in the Three Village Central School District are “laying words to rest” in a Halloween-themed English activity. Students chose words they think should never be used including harassment, hatred and violence. They wrote their reasons on gravestones and created their own word cemetery that hangs outside their classroom. The activity made students think about their own word choices, encouraging them to use positive words in their conversations and writing. Date Added: 10/18/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159858 Tue, 18 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159858 Hexagon Project Winners from R.C Murphy JHS A number of current and former R.C. Murphy Junior High School students in the Three Village Central School District received awards from the Interdependence Hexagon Project. The project challenges students and communities to use art as a way to reimagine how social and global challenges can be addressed. To do this, students use critical thinking, research and their creative expression. They created artwork in a hexagon-shaped template, which is used as a metaphor for interdependence and interconnectedness The following students attended R.C. Murphy Junior High School at the time the project was submitted. Congratulations to the following: Winners: Dhikshika Cherivirala – Most Compelling Overall HS Division Bianca Chu – Most Creative Interpretation HS Division Makayla Nieto – Most Creative Interpretation Middle School Division Honorable Mentions: Madeena Jalili – Most Creative Use of Materials HS Division LooJi Lee – Most Creative Use of Materials HS Division Erinn Luo – Most Creative Use of Materials HS Division Nadia Milana – Most Creative Use of Materials Middle School Division Date Added: 10/17/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159792 Mon, 17 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159792 Podolski Visionary Award Winner The Three Village Central School District Executive Director of Technology, Deidre Rubenstrunk, has been selected as the 2022 Fred Podolski Leadership and Innovation in Technology Visionary Award winner. The award is presented during the Long Island Technology and Education Summit and is given to an administrator who has demonstrated vision, leadership and support of technology initiatives. It is noted that Ms. Rubenstrunk drives the use of technology in the district, demonstrates an ability to identify future needs and has a passion for serving the educational needs of Three Village Central School District students and teachers. Ms. Rubenstrunk will be honored at this year’s summit later this month, sponsored by Eastern Suffolk BOCES, Nassau BOCES and Western Suffolk BOCES, in partnership with The New York State Association for Computers and Technologies in Education. Date Added: 10/17/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159828 Mon, 17 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159828 Patriot Pride on Display at Homecoming Patriot pride was on display at Ward Melville High School’s homecoming on Oct. 8. The festivities began on Oct. 7 in the afternoon when Ward Melville students gathered for a pep rally ahead of the big game. The excitement carried over into the weekend and the high school grounds became a sea of green and gold as students, staff and community members came together for the annual homecoming carnival. Before the Patriots took the field for kick off, each of the district’s elementary schools paraded into the stadium holding their banners proudly, which followed the theme, “A New Beginning.” At halftime, it was announced that Minnesauke Elementary School won the banner contest. The halftime celebrations also included performances from the marching band and cheerleading team. To cap off the day, the Ward Melville Patriots came out victorious against the Riverhead Blue Waves with a final score of 48-0. The event brought the Three Village community together for a well-celebrated homecoming. Date Added: 10/11/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159714 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159714 Power of Pink Day Faculty and staff at Nassakeag Elementary School celebrated the Power of Pink Day on Oct. 6 in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Members of the Nassakeag school community wore pink to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer. Additionally, staff members made monetary donations to the American Cancer Society. Date Added: 10/7/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159637 Fri, 07 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159637 Graduate Earns Perfect AP Drawing Score Ward Melville High School Class of 2022 graduate Norah Allam earned every point possible with her 2021-2022 Advanced Placement portfolio submission for the AP Drawing Exam. “I wish to congratulate Norah and her teacher, Stefanie DiLorenzo, who works tirelessly throughout the year, at nights and weekends to help her students create and develop thoughtful and skillful works of art,” Three Village visual arts coordinator Jennifer Trettner said. AP Drawing is a college-level drawing course. Norah is one of only 343 students across the globe to earn a perfect score. This equates to 1.79% of the total test takers. *Photographed here is WMHS principal Bill Bernhard, teacher Stefanie DiLorenzo and visual arts coordinator Jennifer Trettner with one of Norah’s pieces of art. Date Added: 10/6/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159619 Thu, 06 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159619 JHS Students Explore Italian Culture Students taking Italian at R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas Junior High Schools attended the annual “Robert D. Cess Concorsod’Eleganza – Annual Celebration of Italian Vehicle Excellence and Beauty” presented by the Stony Brook University Center for Italian Studies. Students were excited to participate in this unique cultural experience which aligns with the revised NYSED World Language standards. These standards highlight culture as the fifth skill in language acquisition. Date Added: 10/5/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159582 Wed, 05 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159582 SCOPE Virtual Enrichment Classes Date Added: 10/5/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159588 Wed, 05 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159588 Safety at the Heart of Three Village Athletics On Oct. 1, the district partnered with Heart Screen New York to administer cardiac screenings to 395 student-athletes at Ward Melville High School. The district hosted the event to raise awareness and educate the community about sudden cardiac arrest warning signs. As student-athletes are more at risk for cardiac arrest, this service targeted fall season student-athletes, however, all students ages 12 to 18 were able to sign up for this free service. Ward Melville High School student Bailee Williams and her mom, Denise Williams, had the idea to bring Heart Screen New York to Three Village last spring. The organization, which is affiliated with the Louis J. Acompora Memorial Foundation and the Dominic A. Murray 21 Memorial Foundation, brought in 120 professionals including cardiologists, doctors, nurses and medical staff. Not only were students screened for underlying heart conditions, they were given CPR and AED training. “Given the fact, that other school districts have unfortunately lost student-athletes to sudden cardiac arrest while playing sports in the past, I knew this was something important and very valuable to our student-athletes and school community,” Three Village Executive Director of Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Athletics Kevin Finnerty said. “I am very proud and happy of how the event turned out and it was very well received among our students, parents, staff, and community.” Date Added: 10/4/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159542 Tue, 04 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159542 Math Team Earns Regional Recognition Ward Melville High School’s Math Team recently placed third in New York and first in Suffolk County at the New York State Math League Competition. The competition gives students at the elementary, middle and high school levels an opportunity to participate in an academically engaging activity while gaining recognition for achievement. Students are challenged to solve age-appropriate math questions that cover a variety of difficulty ranges. The district congratulates Ward Melville High School’s Math Team and wishes them success in future competitions. Date Added: 10/03/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159441 Mon, 03 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159441 Homecoming 2022 - Saturday October 8th, 2022 Date Added: 10/3/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159510 Mon, 03 Oct 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159510 Gelinas' 20th Annual Adolescent Issue Play - "Addict" Unique Educational Theatre Program where the students in the school perform for their fellow students. ADDICT is a powerful and descriptive story of teens who deal with alcohol and substance abuse. We ask all students attending the performance in the evening to be accompanied by an adult. Friday, October 14th, 2022 7:00 pm Gelinas Auditorium $10 donation per family Performed with special arrangement and permission from Dramatic Publishing Company. Date Added: 9/30/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159478 Fri, 30 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159478 WMHS Student Earns Perfect Score on AP Exam Ward Melville High School student Michael Melikyan earned a perfect score on the Advanced Placement Computer Science Principles Exam in spring 2022. Not only did Michael receive the top score of 5, he was one of only 196 students in the world to earn every point possible. The college-level course introduces students to computer science. The AP program helps students stand out on college applications while earning college credit or placement. The district applauds Michael on this outstanding and rare accomplishment. Date Added: 9/29/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159431 Thu, 29 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159431 Applications Now Available Please click here to find the Strategic Planning Committee Application. Deadline to apply is October 7th. Committee members will be contacted via email by October 14th. Date Added: 9/29/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159424 Thu, 29 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159424 Start With Hello Week W.S. Mount Elementary School participated in Start With Hello Week from Sept. 19-23. The week is a nationwide initiative that kicks off the school year by teaching students the skills they need to create a culture of inclusion and connectedness. During the course of the week, students were encouraged to reach out and include others through a number of activities. Each morning, the school social worker announced what spirit day it was. For each spirit day, students were challenged to complete a task – ranging from eating lunch with a new person to making a friend during recess. In addition, students who speak different languages taught the school community new words during the morning announcements. The week culminated with a school spirit day where students and staff wore green and yellow. Additionally, students and teachers created a tree made of paper hands to be displayed in the main hallway as a symbol of unity. Date Added: 9/28/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=159401 Wed, 28 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false159401 All-State Musicians Five Ward Melville High School students were selected by the New York State School Music Association to perform in the 2022 All-State Music Conference. An additional 13 students were chosen as alternates. Congratulations to the following: All-State * Adam Bear – Mixed Chorus * John Gallagher – Symphony Orchestra * Theresa Jiao – Symphony Orchestra * Hayden Pepe – Symphonic Band * Mikaeel Zohair – Mixed Chorus Alternates * Juliet Abramson * Ava Della Pietra * Alexandra Duan * Philip Gatti * Emre Goral * Sahana Gupta * Acadia Kunkel * Kira Manganas * Evan Meinsen * Matthew Cole Platt * Rachel Rose * Peter Sloniewsky * Brianna Zenaty Of the thousands who auditioned, only the top musicians from school music departments across New York are selected. They auditioned by participating in solo and ensemble festivals last spring. “This is a result of not only the students’ hard work and dedication, but a direct reflection of our music teachers’ commitment and perseverance towards excellence,” Director of Music, Anthony Pollera said. The All-State Conference will take place in Rochester from Dec. 1-4. Date Added: 9/27/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=157449 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false157449 Parents: Fight Flu at Home and School Flyer Date Added: 9/23/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=157392 Fri, 23 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false157392 National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists Eleven students from Ward Melville High School were named semifinalists in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship program. Congratulations to Adam Bear, Alexander Dong, Luke Hou, Benjamin Proothi, Riya Sangwan, Peter Sloniewsky, Serene Stoller, Kate Sun, Isabel Xu, Dorian Zhou and Mikaeel Zohair. These students are among the approximately 16,000 academically talented high school seniors from across the nation to be named semifinalists. High school juniors entered the scholarship program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). Semifinalists represent less than 1% of U.S. high school seniors, including the highest-scoring entrants in each state. The program’s semifinalists have the opportunity to advance in the competition to win scholarships worth nearly $28 million in total. About 95% of semifinalists are expected to attain finalist standing after submitting a detailed scholarship application. Finalists are expected to be announced in February. Congratulations to these Ward Melville High School students on this outstanding accomplishment! Date Added: 9/22/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=157352 Thu, 22 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false157352 Minnesauke Elementary School Takes Home the Emma Cup Minnesauke Elementary School won this year’s Emma Cup for having the most students sign up and complete the Summer Reading Club at the Emma S. Clark Memorial Library. Each year, Three Village Central School District librarians collaborate with the public library to promote the program, which gives students the opportunity to receive prizes as they read and report on books throughout the summer. Overall, participation increased this year and there was only a 0.4% range between Minnesauke Elementary School and the third-place school. Across the district, 23,847 books were read, marking the highest number ever reported for the program and nearly 7,000 more books than last summer. The district and public library congratulate all of this year’s participants for continuing to foster their love for reading during the summer. Date Added: 9/20/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=157300 Tue, 20 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false157300 P.J. Gelinas JHS hosts 20th annual adolescent issue play On Friday, Oct. 14, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School will host its annual adolescent issue play. This year’s production is “Addict.” Marking the play’s 20th year, students will take the stage to highlight a modern-day issue that affects a large number of teenagers. “Addict” is a powerful and descriptive story of teens who deal with alcohol and substance abuse. It is asked that all students who attend the show are accompanied by an adult. The performance will take place in the school’s auditorium at 7 p.m. on Oct. 14. A $10 donation per family will be accepted as an admission fee. Date Added: 9/19/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=157277 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false157277 2022 National Blue Ribbon School Ward Melville High School has been named a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. The Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes private and public elementary, middle and high schools based on their overall academic excellence and affirms the hard work of students, educators and communities in creating welcoming, high-performing schools. These schools serve as examples for others across the nation. “The Blue Ribbon recognition for Ward Melville High School is an acknowledgement of the hard work, dedication and achievement of the administration, faculty, staff, students and parents of Three Village,” Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kevin Scanlon said. “Without the cooperation and collaboration of everyone, this honor would not have been possible. We are extremely proud of this much-deserved recognition.” This year, only 297 schools across the country received the designation – with Ward Melville High School being the only high school named in Suffolk County. “ For more than 50 years, excellence in education has been the goal at Ward Melville High School,” Principal William Bernhard said. “It will be an honor to receive the Blue Ribbon award in Washington in November on behalf of all faculty, students and families that make this a truly wonderful place to teach and learn.” Public schools are nominated for the Blue Ribbon award by their respective state education departments and must meet their state’s annual measurable performance targets. The 2022 National Blue Ribbon Schools will be honored at the annual awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. later this fall. Date Added: 9/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=157233 Fri, 16 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false157233 The Pringle Challenge Ms. Berman’s fourth grade class at Minnesauke Elementary School recently completed The Pringle Challenge – a team-building engineering activity. In the science lab, students were tasked with creating a ring made out of Pringles without using tape or glue. The fourth graders enjoyed working together and figuring out solutions during this STEM challenge! Date Added: 9/14/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=157172 Wed, 14 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false157172 Honoring Patriot Day On Sept. 9, students and staff in the Three Village Central School District honored Patriot Day and showed their respect for the men and women who lost their lives on 9/11. They participated in activities and events that taught students about Sept. 11, 2001 while recognizing how the country came together in a time of need. At Minnesauke and Nassakeag elementary schools, each student planted an American flag on the front lawn of the building. Students and staff members at Ward Melville High School lined Old Town Road with American flags to pay tribute. In addition, many students across the district’s buildings wore red, white and blue as a symbol of solidarity. Date Added: 9/12/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=157112 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false157112 Welcome Back! Students in the Three Village Central School District returned to their buildings on Sept. 6 for the first day of school. Administrators, teachers and staff members welcomed students and led them to their classrooms for a day full of introductions and engaging activities. From the youngest students in the district to the Class of 2023, everyone was excited to start the new school year! Take a look at some of the first day fun from across the district. Date Added: 9/6/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156971 Tue, 06 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156971 Staff Returns for New School Year Three Village Central School District faculty and staff were welcomed back after summer break during Superintendent’s Conference Day on Aug. 31. Staff gathered at Ward Melville High School where they heard opening remarks from Board of Education President Susan E. Megroz Rosenzweig and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kevin Scanlon. Dr. Scanlon thanked the district’s clericals and custodians for their hard work in getting the buildings ready for the upcoming year. He welcomed the district’s 48 new staff members and reminded the group that each member of the Three Village staff, no matter the position, is important and makes an impact on students. Following Dr. Scanlon, Three Village Teachers Association President Bryan Pickford and Three Village School Administrators Association President Kerrin Welch-Pollera addressed the crowd. Faculty and staff then broke up for department and faculty meetings and spent time in their classrooms. Following Superintendent’s Conference Day, the district held a professional development day on Sept. 1. Date Added: 9/1/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156882 Thu, 01 Sep 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156882 Welcoming New Teachers Ahead of the start of the 2022-23 school year, the Three Village Central School District welcomed 26 new educators to the district during new teacher orientation. The group gathered at the North Country Administration Building on Aug. 29 for the orientation program. They were introduced to the district’s administrators and leadership, while participating in various activities and informational presentations to prepare them for the start of school. Date Added: 8/30/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156828 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156828 Welcome Back! Date Added: 8/29/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156800 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156800 NYSDOH/ NYSED COVID-19 Joint Letter & FAQs for K-12 Schools & Parents/Caregivers Date Added: 8/23/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156714 Tue, 23 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156714 Talent Show Three Village students took the stage at Arrowhead Elementary School to show off their talents! The talent show marked the culmination of one of the District’s summer programs. Students performed songs, dances and even told jokes to an audience made up of their teachers and peers. Date Added: 8/22/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156699 Mon, 22 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156699 Fall Adult Continuing Education Brochure Date Added: 8/17/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156655 Wed, 17 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156655 Fire Safety Students in the Three Village Central School District got a lesson in fire safety from professionals this summer. Members of the Setauket Fire Department visited Arrowhead Elementary School to show off some of its response vehicles and teach students about what to do in case of an emergency. Firefighters and EMS workers first gave students a brief presentation in the auditorium. They encouraged students to call 9-1-1 in an emergency situation and discussed the importance of at-home exit drills. Additionally, the department went over protocols for fire drills in school. One firefighter suited up in all of his gear to show students what a firefighter looks like when responding to an emergency. Following the presentation, students went outside to see a fire truck and ambulance. They went inside the vehicles and checked out the equipment first responders use. The visit from the Setauket Fire Department taught students about fire safety while also teaching them about community. Date Added: 8/17/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156660 Wed, 17 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156660 Hexagon Project Honorees Two student-artists from Minnesauke Elementary School were honored in the 2022 International Interdependence Hexagon Project. Congratulations to Abigail Matheisen who was awarded most creative use of materials in the “Interdependence” theme, and to Addison Scott who was awarded most creative use of materials in the “Kindness” theme. The annual Hexagon Project encourages students to create artwork of any media using a hexagonal template. It aims to spread the meaning of interdependence and related themes through school and community-created art. Abigail and Addison had their projects selected from more than 1,000 entries. Their artwork will be on display for the month of September at an exhibition in Scranton, Pennsylvania and they will be invited to a special recognition event on Sept. 11. Date Added: 8/15/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156618 Mon, 15 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156618 Summer Recreation Program Students in the district’s summer recreation program are having fun participating in a number of hands-on activities! Students have the opportunity to explore the performing arts, indoor and outdoor sports, discovery science, arts and crafts and various games during the half-day or full-day programs. Take a look at some of the highlights from the program at Minnesauke Elementary School: Date Added: 8/9/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156532 Tue, 09 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156532 Ward Melville High School Honored by State Athletic Association The New York State Public High School Athletic Association, Inc. honored Ward Melville High School by naming it a School of Distinction for the 2021-22 school year. Ward Melville High School was designated a School of Distinction for having 100% of its varsity teams qualify and receive the Scholar-Athlete team award during their respective sports season. This year, only 86 schools in the state earned this honor. This prestigious award unites varsity coaches in challenging their teams to achieve a statewide honor. School of Distinction winners will be presented a certificate and commemorative award this fall. Date Added: 8/5/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156507 Fri, 05 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156507 Cooking for Long Island Veterans Student Mia Goldin recently participated in the district’s Summer Enrichment Program and was eager to apply her new skills! Mia took the Petite Chef class with Mrs. Pompania and learned how to prepare simple meals while becoming familiar with various pieces of equipment in the kitchen. Mia’s family recently began volunteering with the local organization, Cooking for Long Island Veterans, which provides home-cooked meals to those who have served our country. Mia chose to use one of the recipes she learned in class to prepare French toast for veterans across Long Island. Date Added: 8/3/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156465 Wed, 03 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156465 Summer Reading Celebration The District’s summer reading program recently wrapped up and students were excited to show off their creations to their families! Check out some photos below from the end-of-program celebration! Date Added: 8/2/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156439 Tue, 02 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156439 2021-22 Suffolk Zone Award Winners Congratulations to Courtney Quinn & Jason Monopoli who were named as the Suffolk Zone Award winners by the New York State Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Courtney was nominated by her physical education teacher, Mr. Muscarella and Jason was nominated by his physical education teacher Mr. Chacon. This award is presented annually to the top male and female senior physical education leaders in each of the Suffolk County High Schools. Date Added: 8/2/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156442 Tue, 02 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156442 Athletic Achievements 2021-2022 Congratulations to the below athletes and teams for their accomplishments during the 2021-2022 school year! Congratulations to our Newsday's Spring All-Long Island Athletes! Delaney Hart - Girls Badminton Shashank Pennabadi and Aron Bursztyn - Boys Tennis Ella Girard - Girls Golf Julian Smith - Boys Track Courtney Quinn - 2nd Team Girls Lacrosse Tyler Flynn - 2nd Team Boys Lacrosse Congratulations to Courtney Quinn and Kevin Dolan for being nominated and representing Ward Melville at the annual Dellecave Awards Ceremony! Congratulations to our 4x800 Meter Relay Team of Brian Liebowitz, Jon Bussa, Christian Powell, and Julian Smith - Winning the Section XI State Qualifier. Julian Smith also won the 800 Meter Race. Congratulations to Tennis Players Aron Burstyn and Shashank Pennabadi - 3rd Place in the NYS Tennis Doubles Championship!! Congratulations to our Girls Badminton Team for competing in the first ever Long Island Championship and finishing in 2nd place. Congratulations to our Boys Tennis Team - 2nd Place in the Suffolk County Championship Congratulations to our Girls Badminton Team - Suffolk County Champions for the first time in program history Congratulations to 8th Grader Ella Girard - Suffolk County Golf Champion!! Congratulations to Aron Bursztyn and Shashank Pennabadi - Suffolk County Doubles Champions!! Congratulations to Delaney Hart - Finished 2nd place in the Individual Badminton County Championships Congratulations to Senior Alissa Bee for earning the NIAAA Scholarship from Section XI Congratulations to our Boys Tennis Team for an undefeated season and League II Champions!! Congratulations to Harshith Pennabadi - Boys Tennis Division III Singles Champion! Congratulations to Aron Bursztyn and Shashank Pennabadi - Boys Tennis Division III Doubles Champions Congratulations to our Girls Spring Track Team for earning 4th place at the Loucks East Coast Distance Medley Relay. They competed against the best teams on the East Coast. Congratulations to our Girls Flag Football team for winning their first inaugural game!! Ward Melville softball raises childhood cancer awareness before big win! Congratulations to Fencers William Lehr and Alexa Horan for earning Newsday's All Long Island Honors!! Congratulations to Newsday's Top Spring Athletes! Top 25 Boys Track & Field - Julian Smith Top 100 Softball Players - Alicea Pepitone Top 100 Boys Lacrosse Players - Nick Bruckner, Kevin Dolan, and Tyler Flynn Top 100 Baseball Players - Jack Friend & Charlie West Congratulations to David Huang, Julian Smith, Jack Nicholson, & Christian Powell for setting a new school record of 3:24.71 in the 4x400 meter relay at the New Balance National Championship Meet. Congratulations to our boys swimmers for competing in the NY State Championships: Vincent Vinciquerra, Muhtar Konar, Richard Hall, and Thomas Miele earned 16th and 18th place in the 200 and 400 yard freestyle relays and Vincent Vinciguerra finished 9th and 17th place in the 100 and 500 yard freestyle individual events. Congratulations to Amanda Probst for finishing 23rd in the NY State Indoor Track Championships in the 1500 Meter Race Congratulations to our boys track team who competed in the NY State Indoor Track Championships: Julian Smith placed 2nd in the 600 meter race. Jon Bussa, David Huang, Jack Nicholson, and Christian Powell finished 3rd in the state in the 4x400 relay and set a new school record! Girls Cross Country Team - Division 1 and Overall Section XI Champions!! Congratulations to the following County Champions!! David Huang, Jon Bussa, Christian Powell, Julian Smith, & Ryan Flockhart - Boys Track 1600m Relay Julian Smith - Boys Track 600m Dash Will Lehr - Boys Epee Fencing Alexa Horan - Girls Saber Fencing Vincent Vinciguerra, Muhtar Konar, Richard Hall, and Thomas Miele - Boys Swimming 200 Freestyle Relay Congratulations to our Newsday's Top Winter Athletes Top 25 Boys Bowlers - Steven Orland Top 100 Girls Basketball Players - Julia Greek Top 100 Boys Basketball Players - Thomas Ribaudo Congratulations to Jace Yannucciello - Wrestling League II Champion Congratulations to Christian Lievano for earning his 100th Wrestling Victory Congratulations to our Girls Winter Track Team for earning a 6th consecutive trip to the prestigious Millrose Games. Longest streak in Suffolk County Track History Congratulations to the Murphy and Gelinas Cheer Teams for both earning 1st place at the Newfield Competition Congratulations to Amanda Probst for qualifying for the Cross Country State Championships! Congratulations to Jessica Chen and Hannah Brockman for qualifying for the Girls Swimming State Championships!! Congratulations to our Boy's Golf Team for earning their 4th consecutive County Championship and Gavin Girard for qualifying for the State Championship Tournament Girls Cross Country Team - Division 1 and Overall Section XI Champions!! Congratulations to Kira Kronenberg - Qualifying for the Girls State Tennis Tournament! Congratulations to our Girls and Boys Cross Country Teams - Both finishing the season undefeated and league champs!! Congratulations to our Boys Golf team - Finishing undefeated and conference champions!! Congratulations to Chris Prussen for earning Newsday's Gridiron Greats for Week 6's top football performances Congratulations to Kevin Dolan for earning Newsday's Gridiron Greats for Week 3's top football performances Congratulations to our Newsday's Top Fall Athletes Top 25 Girls Cross Country - Julia Bell Top 25 Girls Gymnast - Johna Rosenthanl-Vincenti Top 25 Girls Swimmer - Hannah Brockman Top 30 Girls Tennis Player - Kira Kronenberg Top 50 Girls Volleyball Players - Sophia DiGirolamo & Kiersten Schmidt Top 50 Boys Volleyball Players - Timmy Chu, Tommy Engel, & Jaron Popp Top 50 Field Hockey Players - Kyra Giannelli, Grace Mulham, Bella Ospitale, & Courtney Quinn Top 100 Football Player - Kevin Dolan Top 100 Boys Soccer Player - Sean LaPeters Top 100 Girls Soccer Players - Rachel Ehrlich & Elyse Munoz Ward Melville High School earns NYSPHSAA Scholar Athlete School of Distinction Award for having 100% of its sports teams earn Scholar-Athlete team status Milton Costell Plaque Ceremony: Earlier this summer, members of the school district gathered in the Ward Melville High School athletic lobby and natatorium to celebrate the life, achievements and accomplishments of Milton Costell. Three Village was fortunate to have Milton design, maintain and upgrade the building’s swimming pool facilities over a long career. During the ceremony, the district unveiled a plaque to highlight and display Milton’s life and love for our swimming pool. This plaque will be on display so all our past, present, and future swimmers will be able to have Milton’s legacy live on. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156424 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156424 Summer Fun Students entering kindergarten through seventh grade had the opportunity to get back in the classroom for some summer fun! Through the District’s summer enrichment program, students gathered to participate in classes that align with their interests. The program provides engaging opportunities for student expression and offers classes in the arts, STEM, fitness, global languages and food fun. Check out some highlights from this year’s program! Date Added: 7/28/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156375 Thu, 28 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156375 Painting Smiles for Those in Need The National Junior Art Honor Societies in the Three Village Central School District recently wrapped up their final service project of the year. All three chapters – Minnesauke Elementary School, P.J. Gelinas Jr. High School and R.C. Murphy Jr. High School – had members design and assemble backpacks to be donated to Hands Across Long Island. Students filled backpacks with a number of items and toiletries to be given to the organization’s Mobile Shower Unit which serves those facing homelessness on Long Island. Hands Across Long Island provides mental health recovery through collaborative and creative efforts. Not only will these donations benefit the Mobile Shower Unit, the backpacks with brighten the lives of individuals in need. Date Added: 7/27/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156361 Wed, 27 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156361 Students Share Their Craft During Summer Program Ward Melville High School students Ella O’Connor and Ava Micena recently planned and taught a “Young Nature Writers Workshop” at Avalon Nature Preserve in Stony Brook. Each day, participants hiked the preserve, read from important poets and wrote poems of their own, as part of the Writers Cabin program at Avalon. Under the mentorship of P.J. Gelinas Junior High School teacher Doug Elliot, these award-winning high school writers treated participants to a great week in the outdoors. Date Added: 7/25/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156364 Wed, 27 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156364 Students Share Their Craft During Summer Program Ward Melville High School students Ella O’Connor and Ava Micena recently planned and taught a “Young Nature Writers Workshop” at Avalon Nature Preserve in Stony Brook. Each day, participants hiked the preserve, read from important poets and wrote poems of their own, as part of the Writers Cabin program at Avalon. Under the mentorship of P.J. Gelinas Junior High School teacher Doug Elliot, these award-winning high school writers treated participants to a great week in the outdoors. Date Added: 7/25/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156611 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156611 Passing of Dedicated Former Board Member – William F. Connors, Jr. It is with deep sadness that the district shares the passing of Mr. William F. Connors, Jr. Mr. Connors was a symbol of strength, dignity, and reason for decades in Three Village. He epitomized the phrase “a gentleman and a scholar.” Mr. Connors was on the Three Village Central School District Board of Education for a total of 21 years. He served on the board between 1994-2006 and served as Vice President between 1995-1996 and President between 1996-2006. After a 6-year hiatus he was reelected to the Board of Education in 2012 and served through 2021. He served as Vice-President 2013-2014 and President between 2014-2020. Mr. Connors is survived by his wife of 50 years, Susan, their four children: Terence, Corinne Keane (Edward), Kristin Mangini (Ken) and their daughter Jessica Connors, who predeceased Mr. Connors in December 2021, and their four grandchildren: Conor Mangini (17), Gavin Mangini (14), Caden Mangini (11), and Braeden Keane (7). The funeral arrangements are as follows: Wake: Bryant Funeral Home-East Setauket Monday July 25, 2022 1pm-4pm and 7pm-9pm Funeral Mass: Saints Phillip and James RC Church- St. James Tuesday July 26, 2022 10:15am Burial – private In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you consider making a donation to The Jessica Connors Memorial Scholarship as Mr. Connors was immensely proud of this scholarship created in his youngest daughter’s memory. This annual scholarship is awarded to a graduating Ward Melville student who has a connection to or has made contributions to students with learning differences or special needs. It would mean the world to him to know that friends and loved ones continued to support this effort to memorialize her in his name. Donations to the scholarship can be made via this link https://gofund.me/a064df24 [https://gofund.me/a064df24] or mailed to The Jessica Connors Memorial Scholarship c/o Corinne Keane P.O. Box 750, East Setauket NY 11733. Mr. Connors left an indelible mark on Three Village and we join the entire community in thanking him for his dedication and service. Date Added: 7/22/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156316 Fri, 22 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156316 Board Commences New Year With New Leadership The Three Village Central School District welcomed the start of the 2022-2023 school year during the Board of Education’s annual organizational meeting on July 6. During the meeting, Susan Megroz Rosenzweig and Vincent Vizzo were sworn in as the Board’s new president and vice president, respectively, while Deanna Bavlnka was named district clerk pro-tem. New Board of Education trustee Jennifer Solomon and Mr. Vizzo, who was reelected, were sworn into their new, three-year terms of office. In addition, Dr. Kevin Scanlon took his official oath of office as the district’s new superintendent of schools. Date Added: 7/7/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156608 Thu, 07 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156608 A Continued Path to Success With New Leadership As the district prepares to begin a new school year, our schools will welcome a new team of administrators to lead Three Village on a path of continued success. Dr. Kevin Scanlon has been selected to serve as the district’s next superintendent of schools, effective July 6. Dr. Scanlon has served as the district’s assistant superintendent for educational services since 2012 and brings with him nearly 30 years of educational experience. “It is with great excitement that I begin this new chapter of my career in a district that has become like a second family to me over the years,” Dr. Scanlon said. “I recall with great fondness my early work in the district as a social studies teacher at Ward Melville in 1996. My experiences as a classroom teacher have guided much of my educational philosophy and provided me with a deep-rooted understanding of our instructional system.” Following his work in the classroom, Dr. Scanlon served as the chair of humanities at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School for several years before working in administrative roles in both Oyster Bay and Roslyn school districts. He returned to Three Village in 2012 as the assistant superintendent for educational services. “Looking to the future of the district, there are a number of educationally based initiatives I am hoping we as a community will explore, and I am eager to engage all our stakeholders in that conversation,” he added. Joining Dr. Scanlon in the administrative cabinet is Dr. Brian Biscari, who will be serving as the new assistant superintendent for education services. Dr. Biscari has served as the principal of R.C. Murphy Junior High School since 2019, after working as the principal of Minnesauke Elementary School for eight years. His knowledge of educational practices will be a great support to the district as he assumes this new role in July. “I am eager to have the chance to work with Dr. Scanlon and the central office team in this new role, as we plan for ways to build upon the district’s past successes while maintaining a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement,” Dr. Biscari said. “I will miss my day-to-day connections to the student body and staff, but I will be sure to visit the buildings often as part of my new role to keep connected to our students’ and staff’s everyday experiences.” Date Added: 7/5/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156607 Wed, 06 Jul 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156607 Health Spark! Challenge Winner Through her involvement in Ward Melville High School’s Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) Club junior Ava Tam recently won a $500 gift card for her participation in the Northwell Health Spark! Challenge. The Spark! Challenge is a yearly event where hundreds of students join Northwell teams who introduce students to some of the many career areas in the medical field that require competencies in STEM. Following this year’s virtual event, students were tasked with creating either a poster or video which represented one of the careers they had learned about throughout the day. Ava was selected for the Top Media Award for her poster design which highlighted careers as a clinical research coordinator. Additionally, Ava was elected president of the HOSA Club next year. Date ADded: 6/30/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156604 Thu, 30 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156604 Fundraising for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital Minnesauke Elementary School’s student council worked to rally their school community this spring and early summer by conducting an online fundraising program for a very worthy cause. Together, through their efforts, the school raised over $1,500 for St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. The group’s donation was made before the end of school and will be used to support the work the organization does for families across the country. Date Added: 6/30/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156605 Thu, 30 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156605 Board Honors Science Olympiad Teams P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools’ Science Olympiad teams were honored at the district’s June Board of Education for the tremendous success they achieved throughout this year. Science Olympiad is a science-based competition that requires students to compete in a series of 25 team events covering various science topics, including life, Earth, engineering and technology. Both Gelinas and Murphy teams faced off against tough competitors during various invitational competitions as well as during the regional and state contests. Gelinas came in first during the regional contents and fourth in the state. Murphy placed second in the regional competition and seventh overall in the state contest. This was the first time in two years that the regional and state contests were held in person. Date Added: 6/30/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156606 Thu, 30 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156606 WMHS Music Wing Dedicated to Founding Father The foundation of the music program in Three Village is largely successful due to the educators that helped establish its roots when the district was first created. At the helm of that work was Donald Palmer, who in 1960 was hired as a music teacher and in just four short years would become the district’s first director of music. Mr. Palmer was part of the design team for the five buildings proposed in 1996 and worked with the district’s architects to create all Three Village music suites. He remained director of music for 32 years, during which he created some amazing programs. These included the Annual All-District Elementary Music Festival and three nationally recognized high school jazz bands, where legendary musicians like Dizzy Gillespie and Clark Terry would visit to provide invaluable jazz workshops for students. In honor of all that Mr. Palmer did for the Three Village music program, the district recently announced that the music wing at Ward Melville High School would be named after its founding father – Donald Palmer. Date Added: 6/29/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156601 Thu, 30 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156601 Celebrating a Lifelong Patriot In honor of the indelible mark she left on the school community, the R.C. Murphy Junior High School testing center has been renamed in honor of the late Jessica Connors. Ms. Connors, a 2002 graduate of Ward Melville High School, had worked in the district as a teaching assistant since 2008. “Everyone who speaks about Jessica Connors speaks about her warmth, compassion and kindness. She really, truly was a friend to all,” said Murphy Principal Dr. Brian Biscari. Date Added: 6/29/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156603 Wed, 29 Jun 2022 05:00:00 GMT false156603 Honoring Exiting Trustee During his last official meeting as a Three Village Board of Education trustee, the district gave thanks to Jonathan Kornreich, who has served on the Board since 2008. Mr. Kornreich will conclude his latest term of office on June 30, and the district extends its deepest appreciation for hist volunteerism and dedication to his position on the Board. Date Added: 6/29/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156598 Wed, 29 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156598 Ward Melville Class of 2022 Celebrated for Resiliency and Strength The Ward Melville Class of 2022 came together for a final time on Sunday, June 26, to celebrate their graduation. Graduates marched through balloon arches onto the front lawn of the school to the tune of “Pomp and Circumstance,” as family and friends cheered them on. Commencement exercises began with the Pledge of Allegiance led by student government president Riley Meckley, followed by a performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” by student musicians. Ward Melville Principal William Bernhard welcomed the crowd, as Board of Education President Deanna Bavlnka gave opening remarks. Mr. Bernhard introduced this year’s keynote speaker, Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich. This marked Mrs. Pedisich’s first and last graduation address, as she is retiring. She noted that she feels a special connection with the Class of 2022, as they are entering the next chapter of their lives together. Mrs. Pedisich touted the graduates’ resiliency and strength as they navigated high school amidst a pandemic. “We had much to learn from our students, as they did from us, and together we continue to prevail as a district that celebrates unity, respect and collective strength led by the motion, the message invoked and exemplified by the Class of 2022,” she said. Student government president Riley Meckley returned to the podium to reflect on the graduates’ time at Ward Melville High School. She presented the school with a gift – a new, updated Mr. Patriot mascot costume. Class of 2022 Valedictorian Claire Yang and Salutatorian Alexander Lin both delivered speeches, saying farewell to their high school careers while looking forward to the future. “Today, as we end one chapter of our lives and prepare to embark on the next, I hope you will all continue to embody the ideals of resilience and understanding,” Lin said. “With our resolute determination, I’m confident that this class is well-equipped to tackle grander issues in the future.” “I know how bright and driven our class is,” Yang said. “We are visionaries with big ideas. It goes without saying that the future is in phenomenal hands. But more than that, this is a class of people that can inspire change and goodness in others.” Following their remarks, the graduates were called on stage by assistant principal Vincent Cereola to receive their diplomas from Mr. Bernhard, alongside the Board of Education and district administrators. Class of 2022 President Alexa Moore led the turning of tassels, and students tossed their caps into the air as the Ward Melville High School bell rang, signifying the end of an era. Date Added: 6/28/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156592 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156592 Tenured Staff Honored During its last meeting of the year, the Board of Education and administrative team helped to honor 34 staff members and present them with the high honor of tenure. The individuals were called to the dais and presented with commemorative certificates and words of praise. Congratulations to the following staff members! Arrowhead: Catherine Buehler Tara Garzilli Dianie O’Malley Colleen Poidomani Regina Zoder Minnesauke: Sarah Kiersch Christine Mundy Mount: Caroline Costanza Rosanne DiBella Hui Jing Eggelston Nassakeag: Cindy Perrotta Stephanie Shay Setauket: Michelle Muzzonigro Gelinas: Mary Callow Katherin Cloonan Jacqueline Cordina Annmarie Hughes Michael Jantzen Corinne Keane Christopher Muscarella Murphy: Emily Cherkanoff Rony Goncalves Caroline Latman Ward Melville: Eileen Cracchiola Lisa Gelsomino Lisa Kiesel Nina Murphy Michelle Walker Three Village Academy: Theresa Viviano Districtwide: Christopher Borak Kevin Finnerty Kerri Golini Kimberly Halter Laurance Marino Date Added: 6/28/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156593 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156593 Teen Poet Laureate Ward Melville High School sophomore Ella O’Connor was named the 2022 Teen Poet Laureate in the Walt Whitman Student Poetry Contest. She was nominated for this award by teacher Laura Buhler, who describes Ella as a gifted writer, insightful and passionate. Date Added: 6/28/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156594 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156594 District Leader Honored Before Retirement After nearly four decades of service, the Three Village Central School District is bidding a fond farewell to Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich, who is set to retire from the district on July 5. Ms. Pedisich has worked in the district for the past 38 years, helping to cultivate programs, services and opportunities for countless students and staff members. She joined the district in 1984 as a guidance counselor at Ward Melville High School. There, she went on to serve as the department’s chairperson before becoming the assistant director of pupil personnel services and then the executive director of pupil personnel. In 2008, Ms. Pedisich was named the assistant superintendent for educational services and advanced to the role of superintendent in July 2012. Ms. Pedisich was honored and celebrated during the Board of Education’s last meeting in June, where she was applauded and thanked for her devoted years of service and dedication. Date Added: 6/28/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156596 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156596 Cheers for Spring Athletes The talents, achievements and success of the Ward Melville High School spring athletic teams were front and center as the district celebrated collective and individual honors during the Board of Education meeting in mid-June. Ward Melville had a wonderful spring sports season with most of its varsity teams making the playoffs and several players earning individual and team league and county championships. Some individual athletes even competed at the state level. Most importantly, every single spring team was recognized as a New York State Scholar Athlete Team. Additionally, for the third year in a row, Ward Melville High School received the School of Distinction Award from the New York State Public High School Athletic Association for having every single varsity team earn scholar-athlete status within the school year. Only a small percentage of schools within New York State earn this award. This spring, the district had 42 student-athletes earn All-League or All-Division, 23 earn All-County, three earn All-State and one earn All-American honors. Among those honored were student-athletes from the following teams: girls badminton, boys tennis, girls golf, boys golf, boys lacrosse and boys track. In addition, Alissa Bee was named the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association scholarship winner from Section XI. To apply for this scholarship, students must be a senior, be ranked in the top 25% of their class, earn an SAT score of 1100 or higher, participate in two varsity sports for at least two years and compose an application essay. Allison Pinard, who has been one of the program’s athletic trainers for the past four years and always goes above and beyond for the students and athletic department, earned the Helen Sedelmeyer Award for excellence in student teaching from Adelphi University. The last recognition was for one of the most decorated and professional coaches in the district, Erick Sussin, who has earned the top award from the National Federation of State High School Associations, the national governing body of all high school sports across the country. Each year, this award is only presented to one boys tennis coach in the entire state. Coach Sussin has been Ward Melville High School’s boys tennis coach since 2007 and the girls coach since 2014, and is still coaching both teams. During this time, he has accrued an overall record in both programs with 299 wins and 69 losses. In addition to this, he has earned League Coach of the Year six times and County Coach of the Year two times during his tenure. He has also won a team county championship and has helped produce numerous individual state qualifiers. Date Added: 6/28/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156597 Tue, 28 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156597 Pre-K Graduates The youngest members of the Three Village school community in the pre-K program were celebrated this June, as they marked the end of their first educational year in the school district. Teachers and staff helped mark this important milestone during special ceremonies, surrounded by proud family and friends. Date Added: 6/27/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156583 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156583 Next Step, Ward Melville Surrounded by proud family and friends, the ninth grade classes at P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools took the next step in their educational journeys this June as they moved up to Ward Melville High School. In commemorative ceremonies, the students earned praise from their teachers and were commended for their achievements both in and outside of the classroom. At Murphy, chairs and directors gave individual departmental, character and memorial awards to students. In addition, the TVTA presented awards to students moving up, and the President’s Education Award and attendance award winners were announced. The class gift – a tree in honor of former educator Jessica Connors – was revealed to thundering applause. Gelinas’ moving-up ceremony included the special recognition of three staff members who are retiring this June, as well as a student speech by Keifer Stroff filled with memories of the class’s time at Gelinas and musical performances by student musicians. To conclude the two ceremonies, each student was individually called to the dais, where they were presented with their official moving-up certificates. Date Added: 6/27/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156585 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156585 Video Message from Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich Date Added: 6/24/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156582 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156582 District Spring Into Art and Technology Show Please click here to view the Art and Technology Show. Date Added: 6/22/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156581 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false156581 SACC REGISTRATION AVAILABLE JUNE 21 - JULY 14 Click here for program & registration details. Date Added: 6/21/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155421 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155421 A Winning Opportunity for Soccer All-Star R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth grader Maddie Costello has been invited to participate in the U.S. Soccer U-15 Women’s National Team in the camp held in Hengelo, Netherlands, this June. This camp will play a vital role in Maddie’s continuing development as one of the most talented young female soccer players in the United States and is an important step toward identifying a pool of players who will compete for future places on our Women’s National Teams, and maybe one day, in the FIFA World Cup and/or Olympic Games. The United States Soccer Federation was founded in 1913 and is the national governing body of soccer in the U.S. under the auspices of the United States Olympic Committee. The organization is responsible for developing the teams that represent the United States in international competition, including the Olympics, Pan American Games, Men’s and Women’s World Cup, the U-20 Men’s World Cup, the Under-17 Men’s World Cup, the Under-20 Women’s World Cup and the U-17 Women’s World Cup. Date Added: 6/17/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155411 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155411 Creativity on Display The remarkable work of the talented students enrolled in the Three Village Academy blanketed the walls of the North Country Administration Building during this year’s Academy Students’ Showcase. Displays include items created during the program’s art, technology, science and English language arts classes. Date Added: 6/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155416 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155416 Learning Beyond the Classroom Three Village ENL classes have worked to take learning outside of the classroom this spring through a series of educational field trips. Elementary students in grades K-6 visited the Emma S. Clark Memorial Library to learn about the different programs offered. Students were engaged in hands-on activities to learn how to navigate the library and take advantage of everything it has to offer. Junior high school classes experienced hands-on science lessons during a visit to Sweetbriar Farm, and the high school classes visited Suffolk County Community College, where they met with the admissions counselor and the ENL director and participated in a tour of the campus led by former Ward Melville students. Date Added: 6/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155417 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155417 NCTE Writing Award Winners Ward Melville High School juniors Ava Micena and Ava Tam were announced as winners in the 2022 National Council of Teachers of English content and presented with the Superior Performance in Writing Award. Each year the National Council of Teachers of English sponsors a contest for juniors to honor achievement in writing. To enter, students must submit approximately 10 pages of writing, including one themed essay and a sample of best writing. This year’s themed response was in response to the prompt, “I hope or I could not live,” or to identify a global, national or local program that affects the student or others that they feel hopeful they can change somehow. Date Added: 6/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155405 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155405 Middle School Physics Olympiad This spring, middle school students from around the country participated in the Middle School Physics Olympiad hosted by Physcira. This was the second U.S. competition with the goal of expanding awareness about the critical need for physics education in all grades of middle and junior high school; providing network opportunities to teachers; and to encourage and prepare students to compete in national and international competitions when they reach high school. This year’s event was held virtually and consisted of multiple choice and open-ended questions. The questions were evaluated by physicists from the University of Colorado Boulder. The district is proud to announce that three students from Gelinas Junior High School earned High Achievement level or higher in the competition. Jason Yin finished the exam with a perfect score and claimed the First Place Award. Eric Liu placed in the top 3% of all participants, earning the Third Place Award. Kaden Rackoff placed in the top 10%, earning a High Achievement award. Date Added: 6/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155406 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155406 Penning a Winning Essay Ward Melville High School students Sofia Levorchick and Ava Tam were named the first- and second-place winners, respectively, in the Long Island Author’s Group 2022 Literary Challenge. For the contest, the students had to write about an experience they had in nature on Long Island, be it a visit to a park, arboretum, garden setting, ocean, shoreline, pond or stream, or an activity that brought them close to nature. They were required to use descriptions of their five senses – seeing, hearing, smell, taste and touch – to convey the impact of the experience. As first-place winner Sofia was awarded $300, and Ava earned $200 for her second-place finish. Date Added: 6/15/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155407 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155407 Artists Rise to Shine As a result of their exceptional talents, several Ward Melville High School Graphic Design, Advanced Graphic Design and AP Studio Art students had work accepted into the Long Island Media Arts Festival & Luminaries Awards hosted by Five Towns College. This is a huge honor, as not all work submitted is accepted into this event. The district congratulates the following students whose work was accepted. Darren Baskiewicz, grade 11 Lilli Halvorsen, grade 11 Anglina Lawlor, grade 10 Tasnim Loqman, grade 12 Adam Perskey, grade 11 Courtney Quinn, grade 12 Ava Santamaria, grade 12 Lauren Scisci, grade 11 Laruen Tampori, grade 10 Ashley Toth, grade 11 Irene Tu, grade 12 Pippa Wander, grade 11 In addition, during an awards ceremony this June, Irene Tu’s 2D digital art piece, “Explore the Unknown,” won Best 2D Art Concept for all the high school entries in 2D Art. This piece was created in Mrs. DiLorenzo’s AP Studio Art class. Date Added: 6/15/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155408 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155408 Melodies Fill the Spring Air The highly anticipated Pops Concert returned this spring, highlighting the musical talents of district students. An audience of nearly 300 blanketed the front lawn of Ward Melville High School to enjoy the various selections. Date Added: 6/15/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155418 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155418 Seal of Biliteracy Honorees Five Ward Melville High School students – Norah Allam, Sofia Duran, Aidan Galler, Jacqueline Winslow and Mikaeel Zohair – have been dedicated in their studies of foreign language and earned the coveted Seal of Biliteracy this school year. The Seal of Biliteracy is a nationally recognized award for students who have studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages by high school graduation. Students research a topic of interest in the language studied and present their research to a committee of teachers, administrators and sometimes community members. The Seal of Biliteracy promotes world language study that prepares students for life beyond high school. Date Added: 6/14/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155412 Tue, 14 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155412 Celebrating World Cultures Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff worked to celebrate various places around the world during this year’s Multicultural Week. With the help of the school’s PTA, the students enjoyed a Multicultural Fair, which had Project Move, African drumming and dance, and a henna station. Families hosted tables or booths to share their cultures. Students gave guided tours of the building to showcase student work and projects about the seven continents and the various cultures around the world. In addition, the building did a schoolwide read-aloud of the book “All Are Welcome,” enjoyed multicultural music at arrival, dressed in cultural attire on Wednesday and had a virtual assembly on Friday with Dance Diversity. Date Added: 6/14/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155410 Tue, 14 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155410 Arrowhead’s Flag Day Celebration Date Added: 6/14/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155420 Tue, 14 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155420 Common Sense District Certification Three Village has recently secured Common Sense District Certification, the third and final step in supporting our K-12 students in digital citizenship. Information specialists at each school provide annual instruction to all students, earning first Educator and then School certifications. Each step requires mastering two professional development opportunities (training, webinars and/or workshops) and reaching out to engage families and the greater community with articles, social-emotional learning activities and in-person/virtual events for workshops, among other resources. In a world where technology is changing almost daily, our students are prepared with critical 21st-century skills through lessons that challenge them to succeed as digital learners, leaders and citizens for tomorrow. Lessons are age-appropriate and cover their digital footprint, media balance, cyberbullying, communication and online privacy, and news and media literacy. Date Added: 6/13/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155415 Mon, 13 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155415 Outstanding Science Educator Earns Praise P.J. Gelinas Junior High School teacher Nicolette DeMartino was named the Middle School Science Teacher of the Year by the Science Teachers Association of New York State. This award is given to teachers who have been nominated by their administration, colleagues or other science professionals based on outstanding professionalism and teachings. Ms. DeMartino was nominated by Gelinas science chairperson Pete Schuchman and honored with the award during the organization’s award ceremony held at Villa Lombardi’s this spring. Date Added: 6/13/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155409 Mon, 13 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155409 Community Helpers Minnesauke Elementary School prekindergarten students learned how some animals are more than just furry pets at home during a recent visit from the Guide Dog Foundation. During the visit, the students met with therapy dog Cory and discussed the role of guide dogs in conjunction with the class’s study on community helpers. They were eager to learn all the ways dogs can assist others with common household tasks and keep them safe when out in the world. Date Added: 6/10/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155413 Fri, 10 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155413 Lacrosse Unit at Setauket Through the fundraising efforts of Setauket Elementary fourth grade students and collaboration with the physical education department, Setauket Elementary was able to purchase new lacrosse equipment for use during a unit of study in the building’s physical education classes. In the spring of 2021, Juliet Marose, Adelyn Mills, Brooklyn and Hailey Paulus, Abigail Puopolo, Dani Raupp and Briana Tomicic spearheaded the effort to replace the equipment that was previously used during physical education class. Along with their fundraising efforts and the support of Mr. Finnerty, director of health, physical education, athletics and recreation, the district was able to provide new field sticks, goalie sticks and goals for use during the lacrosse unit at the school. Physical education teachers Mr. Chapman and Ms. Peragallo have begun the lacrosse unit this spring and are excited to utilize the new equipment. Date Added: 6/10/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155414 Fri, 10 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155414 Honoring Winter Season Athletes During its May meeting, the district’s Board of Education and administration took time to honor several athletic teams and individuals who competed at high levels this past winter. Overall, Ward Melville had a wonderful winter sports season. Most varsity teams made the playoffs, earning several individual league and county champions; the cheer team competed in the nationals at Disney and some individual athletes competed at the state level. Most importantly, every single winter team was recognized as a New York State Scholar-Athlete Team. This past winter, the school had 31 student-athletes earn All-League, 25 All-County, two All-Long Island and 10 All-State honors. During the meeting, the district honored several students for their athletic achievements. Girls basketball team player Emma Bradshaw was honored for earning Rookie of the Year in girls basketball. The boys swimming and diving team was celebrated for competing in the Suffolk County Championship, where they earned third-place finishes in the 50- and 100-yard freestyle events by Vincent Vinciguerra. Richard Hall finished in third and fourth place in the 500- and 200-yard freestyle events. Thomas Miele finished in fifth place in the 100-yard breaststroke. Riley Metz strengthened the team with a fifth-place finish in the diving competition. Vincent Vinciguerra also broke the school record in the 100-yard freestyle. Senior captain Muhtar Konar and sophomores Richard Hall, Thomas Miele and Vincent Vinciguerra won the county championships in the 200-yard freestyle relay. This earned them a spot on the state team, along with their fourth-place finish in the 400-yard freestyle relay. The boys track team members Jon Bussa, David Huang, Jack Nicholson, Christian Powell and Julian Smith were honored for winning the county championship in the 4x400-meter relay. In addition to the relay, Julian also won the 600-meter county championship. They continued their success at the state championship by breaking the school record in the 4x400-meter relay and finishing third overall in the event, with Julian finishing second overall in the 600-meter race. Ward Melville High School wrestlers Jace Yannucciello and Christian Lievano were honored for being named boys varsity League II champion and for competing in the boys varsity wrestling state championships, respectively. Boys basketball player Michael Dargan was celebrated for being named the varsity boys basketball League II Unsung Hero award winner. Fencing team members William Hehr and Alexa Horan were commended for being Suffolk County mens individual champion and All-Long Island competitor and Suffolk County womens individual champion and All-Long Island champion, respectively. Girls track team member Amanda Probst was recognized for competing in the varsity girls track 1500-meter event at the state championship. Date Added: 6/10/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155419 Fri, 10 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155419 2022 Presidential Volunteer Service Award Recipient Videos The Presidential Volunteer Service Award is given to students who have extensively volunteered their time in our community. This year more than 250 students were recognized for their efforts. The students were representative of every building in our district and we congratulate them all on their efforts. High School PVSA Recipient Video Junior High School PVSA Recipient Video Elementary School PVSA Recipient Video http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155403 Tue, 07 Jun 2022 09:00:00 GMT false155403 Public Notice - BOE Special Meeting: June 8, 2022 Date Added: 6/7/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155404 Tue, 07 Jun 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155404 DECA Competes in Nationals Ward Melville High School’s DECA team recently competed in the International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. Over 17,000 high school students, advisers, business people and alumni gathered to develop knowledge and skills for college and careers. Alexandra Duan, John Gallagher, Luke Hou, Alexander Lin, Amy Liu, David Wu, Robin Xiong, Claire Yang and Jonathan Zou not only represented the local Ward Melville DECA chapter, but the state of New York as well. Congratulations to the team’s two finalists Amy Liu and Claire Yang who competed as a team in the Business Ethics and Law event. Congratulations to the entire DECA team and their advisers, Ms. Littman and Mr. Sudama. Date Added: 5/19/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155344 Thu, 19 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155344 Podcast Spotlights Student-Artist Ward Melville High School senior Tasnim Loqman and her teacher Cortney Weisman have been selected as a winner of the “Getting Thru” podcast art contest. Tasnim created a piece of artwork using Adobe Illustrator on the school’s brand-new Mac laptops in Advanced Graphic Design (Advertising Practices and Applications) with the theme of “You Matter Because...” As the winner, Tasnim will be interviewed by Andrea Sonneberg about the work she created for the new young adult mental health podcast. She will also be awarded a $500 art scholarship. Date Added: 5/18/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155347 Wed, 18 May 2022 16:00:00 GMT false155347 Touchdown – Girls Flag Football! Ward Melville High School’s newly formed girls flag football team has taken to the field with determination and grit this year, earning a victory over Center Moriches 14-0 in the inaugural game. The team is new not only to the district but also to Suffolk County, as it was developed in coordination with the New York Jets, who sponsored eight teams in Suffolk County and teams in Nassau County and New Jersey. District Executive Director for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Athletics Kevin Finnerty, along with seven other athletic directors, applied for and was awarded a grant through the New York Jets, which funded two sets of brand-new uniforms, flags, footballs and a monetary donation to help defray the cost of our coaching staff, transportation and other costs. The New York Jets invited each athletic director and one player (Lydia Cuff) from each team to their Met Life Stadium, where they surprised each girl with brand-new jerseys and a tour of the New York Jets locker rooms and facilities. A panel of female sports media reps were there as well, talking to the girls from Suffolk, Nassau and New Jersey about their roles as females in the professional sports world. In addition to its first game, Ward Melville also recently hosted a practice jamboree with all of the participating districts in Suffolk County. All the student-athletes and coaches participated in learning, drills and some scrimmaging. Officials and representatives from the New Jersey Flag Football Association were here to help teach and train all of the coaches and athletes. “It was a great way to introduce the sport and promote sportsmanship between these eight districts,” Mr. Finnerty said. “Since this is a newly developed sport in the ‘pilot’ phase, girls have been able to dually participate on this team and other spring sports. They have been working hard, and the coaches have been very flexible by offering practices on different times and days to accommodate girls who play another spring sport.” The team coaches are Richard Russo (also the boys assistant varsity football coach) and physical education teacher Jennifer Balzan. Date Added: 5/18/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155343 Wed, 18 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155343 Attention! President's Volunteer Service Award Ceremony time change. Ceremony will now take place at 5:30pm. PVSA- June 6th at 5:30pm in the WMHS Auditorium. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155402 Wed, 18 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155402 Budget Passes – Thank You! Yes – 2,584 No – 2,518 Board Election (* elected individuals): Vincent Vizzo – 2,715 * Reanna Fulton – 2,283 Evan Proios –2,122 Jennifer Solomon – 2,650 * Date Added: 5/17/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155401 Tue, 17 May 2022 06:00:00 GMT false155401 Ward Melville Senior Earns 50K Scholarship From Burger King Ward Melville High School senior Riley Meckley has been named one of three $50,000 James W. McLamore WHOPPER Scholarship winners nationwide and the only winner on the East Coast. Criteria for the award include GPA, test scores, community involvement, work experience and financial need. Riley rose above tens of thousands of outstanding applicants across the country to be selected for this award due to her passion for education and extensive community involvement. She’s excelled in school and is a pillar of her community, truly embodying Burger King brand values of being a hardworking, good person. Her hard work and ability to inspire others honors Burger King brand co-founder Jim McLamore and his belief that education can be a catalyst for change to a brighter future. Riley was surprised with this scholarship at a local Burger King location and celebrated during a recent Board of Education meeting. Date Added: 5/17/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155348 Tue, 17 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155348 Artists With a Message Arrowhead Elementary School third grade students Alison LaRusso and Madison McCarren had their original pieces of artwork included in the Bayard Cutting Arboretum Children’s Earth Day celebration this spring. These two talented students created their own poster based on the theme, “Why Trees Are Important.” The winning posters were displayed for all to see during the celebration. Alison and Madison also won an award and built a birdhouse at the event. They completed this project with the help of art teacher Rachel Inversa. Date Added: 5/17/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155345 Tue, 17 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155345 Public Notice - BOE Regular and Annual Meeting: May 17, 2022 Date Added: 5/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155400 Mon, 16 May 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155400 New York Blood Center Announcement: Blood Emergency Date Added: 5/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155399 Mon, 16 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155399 Suffolk Zone Winners Ward Melville High School seniors Courtney Quinn and Jason Monopoli were named Suffolk Zone Award winners by the New York State Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Courtney was nominated by her physical education teacher, Mr. Muscarella, and Jason was nominated by his physical education teacher, Mr. Chacon. This award is presented annually to the top male and female senior physical education leaders in each of the Suffolk County high schools. Date Added: 5/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155346 Mon, 16 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155346 Promoting Healthy Hearts and Bodies Combining their health education and a desire to help increase awareness for heart health, Minnesauke Elementary School students recently took part in the Kids Heart Challenge fundraiser. During the event, students collective pledged donations from family and friends to support the work of the American Heart Association. The school raised $5,703.95 for the cause. Date Added: 5/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155349 Mon, 16 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155349 Power of Poetry As part of their writer’s workshop unit of study, W.S. Mount Elementary School second and third grade students recently participated in a unit inspired by spring word banks. The students created a variety of different genres of poetry, including cinquains, haiku, acrostic, line break, diamantes and themed “rain” poems. They worked hard fine-tuning their crafted pieces, adding color and graphics to help support their overall piece. The completed poems were put on display in the grade level’s shared wing of the building and called a Poetry Parade in Wing B. Date Added: 5/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155350 Mon, 16 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155350 Book of Memories Captures National Accolades The exceptional talents of Ward Melville High School’s yearbook staff have once again earned high praise at the national level. This spring, the following students won a Gold Circle award from Columbia Scholastic Press Association for “Illuminate” (2021 Yearbook). Congratulations to the students and their adviser, Camryn Baum. Third Place (People spread design) – Emily Schneider Certificate of Merit (Academic spread design) – Annie Balocca Certificate of Merit (Informational graphics) – Emily Schneider Certificate of Merit (Student Life spread design) – Catherine Ma Certificate of Merit (Photo Illustration) – Joseph Monticciolo and Riley Wohlars Certificate of Merit (Division page design) – Grace Brouillet, Joseph Monticciolo and Riley Wohlars Date Added: 5/13/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155340 Fri, 13 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155340 Increasing Autism Awareness Arrowhead Elementary School students, staff and the building’s “A-Team” spent much of April working to increase awareness for autism. The month kicked off with an assembly program run by the school’s special education teachers, focused on teaching others some key facts about autism. Throughout the remainder of the month, the building worked to raise money, selling stress balls and other items during lunch periods. Arrowhead capped off the celebration with a buildingwide outdoor walk, at which time student ambassadors shared facts they had learned throughout the month and the school announced they had collectively raised $2,748. Date Added: 5/13/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155338 Fri, 13 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155338 Girls Softball Raises Funds and Awareness for Childhood Cancer Each year, Ward Melville High School’s softball team selects a charity or cause to help promote and fundraise to support. This year, the team raised funds and awareness for a young boy battling cancer. Before the start of the team’s game against Brentwood High School and wearing special yellow jerseys, the girls held a ceremony for the day’s honoree, Jase Rossi, a 7-year-old boy from Long Island. As part of their efforts, the team shared that they were among those who helped raise $3,795 in online donations for a charity to be chosen by Rossi’s family. The family selected Friends of Karen, which helps families with a child suffering from a life-threatening illness. In addition, the team presented Jase with a special gift of his own – a Nintendo game and the chance to throw out the first pitch. The Patriots went on to win the game, which featured Victoria Killigrew throwing her first career no-hitter in a 12-0, five-inning win. Date Added: 5/13/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155398 Fri, 13 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155398 National Recognition for Nassakeag Student-Writer Nassakeag Elementary School sixth grader Emily Kral won fourth place in the national InvestWrite competition for The Stock Market Game. InvestWrite is the literacy component of the Stock Market Game in which students write an essay between 400 to 900 words in response to a prompt. Emily wrote a wonderful essay in response to the following prompt: “Think about the future. Imagine what it might look like with improvements in technology, advancements in medicine, developments in education, new energy sources, space exploration, transportation or progress in any field of your interest. Describe your thoughts about the future. Given what you’ve learned in The Stock Market Game, select a diversified set of stocks/bonds/mutual funds that would be wise portfolio choices as these innovations create opportunities for investments and careers.” Her comprehensive essay was evaluated by professionals in the financial and business community and earned her the fourth-place spot in the national grade 6-8 division. Date Added: 5/12/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155339 Thu, 12 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155339 Exploring Career Options During 3V-IAB Fair Partnering with more than 80 local business, Ward Melville High School recently hosted its 4th Annual Career Exploration Fair at Ward Melville High School. More than 500 students and family members attended the Multi-Industry Career Exploration Fair at Ward Melville High School. The 3V-IAB creates programs such as this Annual Career Exploration Fair to help Three Village students make informed choices about college and career options. Our local business participation soared this year to over 80 businesses from virtually every industry ranging from healthcare, finance, the arts, law, engineering, marketing, accounting, veterinary, the trades and everything in between. Date Added: 5/12/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155341 Thu, 12 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155341 Bookmarking Creative Fun District students in kindergarten through grade 6 recently showcased their combined love of literacy and the arts by taking part in the seventh annual Kid’s Bookmark Contest at Emma C. Clark Memorial Library, in which students were invited to submit a drawing of an original bookmark. The following winners will receive the honor of having their bookmarks professionally printed and distributed at the library throughout the year. All entries are currently on display in the Children’s Department for the community to enjoy. Grades K-2 category: Audrey Brazier (second grade at Nassakeag Elementary) Grades 3 and 4 category: Aarush Simhadri (fourth grade at Mount Elementary) Grades 5 and 6 category: Brianna Kim (sixth grade at Nassakeag Elementary) Date Added: 5/12/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155342 Thu, 12 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155342 Ward Melville Business Department Earns Top Prize Ward Melville High School’s business department has once again earned high praise during the Blue Ocean High School Entrepreneurship Pitch Competition. After reviewing submissions from over 2,000 students comprising 600 teams from 41 countries and almost 400 high schools, the organization awarded prizes to the top eight high schools for having the most submissions. As a result, Ward Melville was awarded a $1,000 prize. This contest is considered to be the most prestigious pitch competition in the world for high school students. Date Added: 5/12/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155337 Thu, 12 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155337 ALS 'RIDE FOR LIFE' STOPS AT ARROWHEAD Click here to view the Flyer Date Added: 5/12/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155351 Thu, 12 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155351 2022 Budget Newsletter Date Added: 5/11/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155334 Wed, 11 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155334 Ward Melville Science Olympiad Team Bound for Nationals For the first time in three years Ward Melville High School’s Science Olympiad team captured a first-place overall win and were named New York State champions, earning them a bid to compete in this year’s National Science Olympiad Tournament. The National Science Olympiad Tournament will be hosted virtually by CalTech on May 24. This year’s team was led by captains Claire Yang and Amber Luo and coaches Jenny Serigano and Mark Suesser, who thank the district administration, Board of Education and Three Village STEM Enrichment Foundation for their support and encouragement along the road to becoming state champions. The title of state champions has only been achieved three times in the 36 years the Ward Melville Science Olympiad has existed. Date Added: 5/11/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155335 Wed, 11 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155335 Ruling on Student Mural – A Beautiful Success P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s National Junior Art Honor Society recently completed its group mural, which will be installed in Gelinas at the end of the year. This year’s mural is a portrait of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The breathtaking mural was a true labor of artistic talent, patience and design. The completed design was comprised of 24 individual squares that were created by a team of 25 student-artists. To help show the process in the creation of this beautiful piece, adviser Mike Sacco created the following video: Click here for the video Date Added: 4/11/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155336 Wed, 11 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155336 Public Notice - BOE Special Meeting: May 11, 2022 Date Added: 5/10/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155333 Tue, 10 May 2022 04:00:00 GMT false155333 ARROWHEAD MATH TOURNAMENT Arrowhead Elementary School hosted a Math Tournament on April 13, 2022 for the school’s fifth and sixth grade Math Olympiads students. They participated in Individual Events, Team Events and Tie Breakers. Awards were given to the top three individual scores and the top three teams. Date Added: 4/29/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154992 Fri, 29 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154992 Bayard Cutting Arboretum Earth Day Contest Winners Arrowhead would like to congratulate two of our talented 3rd grade students, Alison LaRusso and Madison McCarren, along with their art teacher, Rachel Inversa, for their award winning posters based on the theme - Why Trees Are Important! Bayard Cutting Arboretum had a Children's Earth Day celebration with activities on April 22nd where their winning posters were displayed for all to see. Alison and Madison also won an award and built a birdhouse. Arrowhead is so proud! Date Added: 4/26/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154782 Tue, 26 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154782 Extending a Helping Hand for Relief Ward Melville High School’s Student Government and UNICEF clubs organized a successful donation drive in support of the people of Ukraine. Together, the school collected thousands of medical and hygiene supplies, which are being delivered to the Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Mission in West Islip, and $3,000 in financial contributions, which is being donated to UNICEF for this crisis. Special thanks to the school’s Student Government advisers, Mrs. Allison Chow, Mrs. Ginny Edgar and Mrs. Dianne Kraemer, along with our UNICEF adviser, Mr. Logan Ayrovainen, who together helped organize and facilitate this event, as well as the several additional clubs that also supported this drive. Date Added: 3/31/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154771 Fri, 08 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154771 Public Notice - BOE Special Meeting: April 13, 2022 Date Added: 4/8/2022 YouTube Link http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154781 Fri, 08 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154781 Exploring Careers at Murphy R.C. Murphy Junior High School students recently participated in a College and Career Week that was conducted at that school by the guidance department. The goal of the week was to help students explore postsecondary options and bring awareness to the importance of education and choosing the right career. During the program, students dressed up to celebrate various colleges and careers, completed an “all about me” teacher scavenger hunt to learn about the various paths to one’s career, viewed virtual career videos recorded by parents/guardians and district staff and toured colleges virtually. Additionally, Marie Parziale, a career coach from Stony Brook University, conducted a career interest inventory with students and talked about the importance of exploring their interests. Students learned about résumé writing and postsecondary options through in-classroom activities. Date Added: 4/6/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154780 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154780 Art on Display Artwork created by talented students in Stefanie DiLorenzo’s, Mike Sacco’s and Jim Swierupski’s classes were recently featured in The Atelier at Flowerfield’s art show. This exhibition encourages middle school and high school student-artists in all visual arts. The exhibition was held on Sunday, March 12, in The Atelier’s 2,000-square-foot gallery, which functions both as a professional studio space and exhibition area. The district congratulates the following young artists: Agata Arkhipkina – 9th grade Caitlyn Carrington – Sculpture Lexi Gallery – Drawing and Painting Maria Gavrilov – 8th grade Rachel Gressin – Drawing and Painting Tasnim Loquin – AP Studio Julie Yang – Drawing and Painting Date Added: 4/6/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154778 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154778 Building a Cell City Nassakeag Elementary School sixth grade students in Joyce Goldwasser’s class transformed their lessons on plant and animal cells into replica maps of cities. The students discussed how the cells are like a city, as each contains various components that are integral to the functioning of a city. The students worked to match parts of a cell with the parts of a city and explain why they are similar. Their designs included such things as a power plant that represented the mitochondria and solar panels that were similar to chloroplast. Note: These photos were taken prior to the lifting of the mask mandate. Date Added: 4/5/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154775 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154775 Bookmarking Artistic Talents R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth grade Matthew Blumenthal won first prize in the Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Award contest sponsored by Emma S. Clark Memorial Library. His original book, called “Pete the Penguin,” will be on display at the library, and Matthew will receive a monetary award in honor of his submission. Date Added: 4/5/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154776 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154776 Operation Hope for Ukraine The Minnesauke Elementary School fifth grade student council and the entire grade level is leading the way to show support for an international matter through a fundraiser called “Operation Hope for Ukraine.” “The need to do something to help was identified when one of my students gave a world-news report on the crisis in Ukraine,” teacher Kate Hunter said. “From that, a desire not only to raise money to support the refugees but to create something symbolic and tangible that the students could create was recognized.They researched organizations that they could contribute to, and the Ukrainian Red Cross was identified.” The students in Ms. Hunter’s class then created a plan following in suite with the bracelet making/selling project Minnesauke did several years ago to support the need created during the wildfires in Australia. They worked with the fifth grade student council, creating posters advertising the sale of the friendship bracelets and teaching their fifth grade peers how to create the bracelets. The school is selling the bracelets for $1 and will be donating the proceeds, as well as some of the bracelets, overseas to the Ukrainian Red Cross along with cards from the students as a symbol of friendship. To date, they have raised $1,043. Date Added: 4/5/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154777 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154777 Public Notice - BOE Special Meeting: April 6, 2022 Date Added: 4/5/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154779 Tue, 05 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154779 Robotics Team Earns Spirit Award Ward Melville High School’s Iron Patriots FIRST Robotics team competed this March at the SchooI-Business Partnerships of Long Island’s FIRST Robotics Long Island Regionals held at Hofstra University. After working tirelessly starting in January the team designed, fabricated and programmed a 120-pound machine that was well suited for the game at hand. After three days of clashing metal and furious programming changes the team made it to the quarterfinal round of the eliminations. This was a fantastic event showcasing the engineering talents and passion of our students. The team’s passion did not go unnoticed by the judges, as they took home the well-deserved Team Spirt award. Congratulations to the entire team and their coaches Benjamin Flaiz, Rich Poganik and Steve Rogers. Date Added: 4/4/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154773 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154773 Performing on the Most Magical Stages Ward Melville High School’s music program was on center stage, as four ensemble groups were selected to perform at Disney World. The Choral Union was invited to perform at the Waterside Stage in the Marketplace in Disney Springs. During their visit, the Choir also participated in a workshop led by Disney professionals and had a wonderful time. To earn this coveted invitation, the group had to first apply by submitting videos and photos displaying their outstanding musical talents. In addition, the Patriot Marching Band along with the Ward Melville combined Symphonic Band marched down Main Street USA and showcased their talents before a packed audience on the main stageat Disney Springs. The orchestra also inspired audiences during a special performance on the Disney property. Date Added: 4/4/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154774 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154774 Gelinas Actors Take the Stage The remarkable spirit of a young girl and her journey to happiness took center stage this March as the P.J. Gelinas Junior High School theater company presented the musical “Matilda.” Before adoring audiences, the cast told the tale made famous by author Roald Dahl and adapted to stage. The students rehearsed for weeks to perfect this year’s show, and their efforts were evident during each of the five performances. Date Added: 4/1/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154772 Fri, 01 Apr 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154772 Board Honors NYS Master Teacher The Three Village Central School District Board of Education honored Setauket Elementary School math academic intervention services teacher Lisa Wall for being selected as a New York State Master Teacher, joining a network of more than 1,400 outstanding K-12 educators who demonstrate a deep understanding of their content area and pedagogy. Ms. Wall was honored during the Board’s March meeting and has been a member of the district’s teaching staff for 22 years. She has served as a math AIS teacher, as well as a fourth and sixth grade teacher. Date Added: 3/31/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154768 Thu, 31 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154768 Musical Theater at Murphy Remarkable talent was on display this spring as R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s musical theater company took to the stage to perform the Broadway hit “Little Shop of Horrors.” Before audiences, the students told the story of a little plant shop and its rise to fame with the help of a most unusual, fast-growing plant. The time the cast put into rehearsal was evident from the opening curtain to the last bow. Date Added: 3/31/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154769 Thu, 31 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154769 Baking Up Bread Arrowhead Elementary School prekindergarten students worked with teacher Maureen MacDowell to mix and bake tasty treats for a local soup kitchen this St. Patrick’s Day. Together, the students measured, sifted and stirred together loaves of traditional Irish soda bread and a few with a chocolate twist. The class donated 25 loaves for individuals to enjoy and even had the chance to taste a few slices of their hard work. Date Added: 3/31/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154770 Thu, 31 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154770 The Ward Melville Orchestra Society Proudly Presents: Sunday at Symphony .tb_button.hover {border:2px outset;} .tb_button.hover {border:2px outset;} .tb_button.hover {border:2px outset;} http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154767 Wed, 23 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154767 4th Annual Career Exploration Fair - March 30, 2022 at WMHS Get ready for the 4th Annual Career Exploration Fair hosted by Ward Melville High School & Three Village Industry Advisory Board! **March 30, 2022 at WMHS at 6:30 p.m. in the gymnasium** Over 60 businesses from many industries will be at this exciting event to help guide students in discovering their own personal career path options. Students (and parents!) in grades 7-12 from Gelinas, Murphy and Ward Melville are invited! To get the most out of this unique opportunity, all students should complete the following steps prior to attending the event: 1. Register for the event TODAY! (QR code link is attached on the black poster) 2. Take the 5-minute Interest Profiler quiz in 3 Easy Steps! (See the directions) The top three categories/colors of the quiz results are most important and accurately identify a student's interests and personality. To help you navigate the exploration fair and learn about professions that are a suitable match, you can simply visit the booths of professionals that match your profile results - the event is color-coded!! For example... If you score highest in the Enterprising (orange), Artistic (yellow), and Social (purple) categories, then you will want to visit the booths decorated with tablecloths and balloons in those three colors FIRST since those are the ideal career matches you to explore. HINT: Take a pic of your quiz results to remember your Top 3 colors! You WILL NOT want to miss this great opportunity!! REGISTER TODAY!!! EXPLORE OPTIONS IN... Dentistry, education, engineering, finance, forensics, government, healthcare, hospitality and tourism, information technology, law, marketing, psychology, retail, the trades and much, much more! For additional information, please contact Ilene Littman, 3V-IAB coordinator, at WMHS at ilittman@3villagecsd.org OR Michael Ardolino, 3V-IAB chair and Broker/Owner at Realty Connect USA at michael@ardolino.com. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154766 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154766 Public Notice - BOE Meeting: March 23, 2022 Date Added: 3/18/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154765 Fri, 18 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154765 Public Notice - Budget Workshop: March 22, 2022 Date Added: 3/18/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154764 Fri, 18 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154764 Ward Melville Student Places Third in Regeneron Competition Ward Melville High School senior Amber Luo placed third in the Regeneron Science Talent Search this March, earning her a top prize of $150,000. With the assistance of professional mentors and teachers, Amber conducted an in-depth, hands-on project based on a specific scientific matter. Amber’s project was titled “RiboBayes: A Wavelet Transform-Based Computational Platform to Assess the Transcriptomic Distribution and Regulation of Ribosome Pause Sites in Ribosome Profiling Data.” The district congratulates Amber on this remarkable accomplishment! Date Added: 3/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154761 Wed, 16 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154761 National Honor Society Tutoring Sign Ups for Students in Grades 4-9 This event has been updated to include grades 4-9. Sign ups now end on Saturday, 3/29. Click here for the latest information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154762 Wed, 16 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154762 Summer Recreation & Travel Camp Registration Please click here to register for one of our summer programs. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154760 Tue, 15 Mar 2022 04:00:00 GMT false154760 New York State Youth Development Survey – Office of Addiction Services and Supports Dear Secondary Families, The Three Village Central School District has agreed to participate in the New York State Youth Development Survey, funded by the New York State Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS). This statewide survey occurs once every ten years and collects information on current trends among middle and high school students. This survey will take place during one of your child's Physical Education classes during the week of March 21. Please see the attached letter and draft survey for more detailed information about the survey and the schedule of the survey's administration. OASA Parent Letter 2021-2022 NYYDS Survey English Draft http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154759 Fri, 11 Mar 2022 20:00:00 GMT false154759 The Science of Sound If a tree falls in the woods and no one is there to hear it, does it make a sound? If you ask the first graders at Setauket Elementary School that question you would get a resounding “No.” The first graders at Setauket recently experienced a dynamic exploratory lab on sound to expand and synthesize their science unit on the topic. The lab, originally designed by sixth grade teacher Richard Guez and TA Bridget Faughnan for the fourth to sixth grade science-based Phenomena Club, was introduced to first grade teachers Eileen Biamonte, Angela Pantelidis, Maureen Peck and Shannon Wendelken. What began as a collegial share, with the help of Setauket Science Lab TA Janet Morseman, transformed the program into a 10-station interactive sound lab with sixth graders taking on the roles of instructor, cheerleader and guide. The sound lab included a sound/vibration game and activities addressing water and sound, resonance, timber and more. There was also a dynamic technology component that utilized Phet simulations, YouTube, sound effects and music-generating websites that supported the lab experience. The sixth graders, for their part, had to master each station themselves and become well versed in the technology. “They [sixth graders] needed to understand that their role was not only to guide the first graders’ experience, but also to generate opportunities for them to enjoy, learn and wonder about each lab station,” Mr. Guez said. Ms. Peck added that “the first graders found the lab stations highly motivating and the individualized support from the sixth graders helped maximize learning.” As a final observation, first grader Gwendolyn Murphy proclaimed, “Getting to work with the sixth graders was amazing. I liked learning about sound with them.” And lastly, as any Setauket first grader can tell you, sound is what we interpret from vibrations. Without someone to hear a sound, it’s just vibrations. Note: Photos were taken prior to the March 2 updated mask mandate. Date Added: 3/10/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155540 Thu, 10 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155540 Artists Earn National Recognition Ward Melville High School’s talented art students Tasnim Loqman and Nicole Xiao have been recognized by the Region-At-Large program of Scholastic Arts & Writing Awards. Tasnim, an Advanced Placement Studio student, received an honorable mention in the Portfolio category. Nicole received a Gold Key for her package design in Graphic Design. Nicole’s art will automatically advance to the national level of adjudication in New York City. The district extends its congratulations to both of these students and their dedicated teachers, Ms. DiLorenzo and Ms. Weisman. Date Added: 3/9/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155538 Wed, 09 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155538 Baking Up Treats for Man’s Best Friend R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Community Connections/Home and Careers Club has worked hard the past few weeks making homemade dog biscuits for the staff members to purchase in exchange for a donation to the local organization Save a Pet. As part of the club’s mission, Family and Consumer Science teachers Emma Domino and Alyssa Lydon work to guide and assist the students in helping community members in need. The students had a blast making these sweet treats for their teachers’ pets and were proud to have donated to the dogs in need as well. Note: Photo was taken prior to the March 2 updated mask mandate. Date Added: 3/9/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155539 Wed, 09 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155539 Brushing Up on Healthy Habits During National Dental Health Month in February, the district’s elementary health teachers taught lessons to the primary grades stressing the importance of dental health. Dr. Coniglio and Suffolk Pediatric Dentistry generously donated dental health supplies for each kindergarten and first grade student in all five elementary schools. The students enjoyed learning about dental health during National Dental Health Month, and the health education teachers were grateful for the kind donations as well. Note: Photo was taken prior to the March 2 updated mask mandate. Date Added: 3/8/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154763 Tue, 08 Mar 2022 06:00:00 GMT false154763 Inspired to Learn World Languages To help them prepare for their first year of study next year, junior high school students from throughout Three Village recently visited with district sixth graders to share information about the World Language program. During the visits, the JHS students presented mini-lessons to the classes, which included teaching the younger students how to speak greetings, numbers and colors in the target language and culture. The sixth graders were able to ask the JHS students about the World Language program and life at JHS. In addition, the world language department hosted an Italian Culture and Cuisine class for interested sixth graders after school, and the French Honor Society held a virtual French is Fun class for sixth graders. Note: Photos were taken prior to the March 2 updated mask mandate. Date Added: 3/8/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155537 Tue, 08 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155537 A Star Debater Ward Melville High School Debate Team member, sophomore Anna Potekhin, took first place in Novice Lincoln Douglas debate at the Long Island Forensic Association State Elimination Tournament at Jericho High School. She was the only competitor to achieve undefeated status in all four rounds in her event. As a result of her remarkable performance, Anna has qualified for the New York State Forensic League State Championship for speech and debate to be held online in April. Note: Photo was taken prior to the March 2 updated mask mandate. Date Added: 3/8/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155534 Tue, 08 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155534 Science Bowl Team Captures Second Place R.C. Murphy Junior High School students competed in the Virtual Regional Science Bowl Competition hosted by Brookhaven National Laboratory this winter and captured high honors. In the academic competition, 17 teams of middle school students from both Long Island and New York City schools answered questions on scientific topics in earth science, physical science, life science, math and general science. This year, Murphy Team 1 won second place overall. The students on Team 1 included eighth grader Sahil Ghosh and seventh graders Harry Gao, Kayla Harte, Willem VanderVelden and Gabrielle Wong. Murphy Team 2 also did a great job competing in the first three rounds before being eliminated. The students on Team 2 included seventh graders Sanya Ghosh, Kevin McCarroll, Andrew Senf, Ryan Walters and Michelle Wen. The teams were coached by Jillian Visser and Emily Chernakoff. Date Added: 3/7/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155535 Mon, 07 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155535 Featured Artist Earns Spot in Calendar Minnesauke Elementary School fifth grader Aya Haider was named a runner-up in this year’s Arbor Day Poster Contest, open to area fourth and fifth grade students. Aya’s artwork, which she created with the help of teacher Christine Sacco, will be displayed in one of the months of the calendar, featuring the poster contest honorees. Date Added: 3/7/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155536 Mon, 07 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155536 Soaring in the Stock Market Nassakeag Elementary School sixth graders Dylan Liu, Lawrence Sun and Terrence Wang from Anthony Prinzo’s class clearly have what it takes to become sound investors, as the trio captured second place in the middle school division of the Stock Market Game. Sponsored by the SIFMA Foundation, the Stock Market Game is an online simulation of investing in the capital markets. Students gain real-life experience while investing in stocks, bonds and mutual funds. Each team starts out with $100,000 in their portfolio and the object is to grow their total equity. The game creates opportunities for them to learn many aspects of personal finance while competing against other middle school teams in a virtual trading environment. Note: Photos were taken prior to the March 2 updated mask mandate. Date Added: 3/7/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155533 Mon, 07 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155533 Circuit Training P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students recently had the chance to participate in a series of interactive activities during a circuit training unit conducted in physical education classes with the help of teachers Christine Grippa and Tom Youngs. During the lesson, students took part in 23 different fitness stations where they performed various exercises geared at increasing cardiorespiratory endurance, flexibility and muscular strength and endurance. Prior to the lesson, students learned how to take their pulse using their radial artery in their wrist and the carotid artery in their neck. Students tracked their resting heart rate and then compared and contrasted this to their heart rate during warmups and the activity. The lesson truly helped to promote lifelong fitness by providing the skills and knowledge necessary to devise a fitness plan using minimal equipment. Note: Photos were taken prior to the March 2 updated mask mandate. Date Added: 3/7/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155541 Mon, 07 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155541 100 Days of Fun and Learning Students throughout the Three Village Central School District recently helped to mark a special milestone – the 100th day of school. At Setauket Elementary School, students and staff helped to celebrate the day by taking part in the 12th Annual Setauket 100th Day of School Food Drive. Families donated various items, including wrapped snacks, juice boxes, travel size toiletries, boxed macaroni and cheese, canned items, breakfast foods and paper products. All items were given to support the food pantries in the Three Village School District. Adding to the fun, kindergarten students in Michelle Gunning’s class helped to chart the progress of the initiative, as part of their math lessons. Note: Photos were taken prior to the March 2 updated mask mandate. Date Added: 3/4/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155532 Fri, 04 Mar 2022 17:01:00 GMT false155532 Student-Musician Selected for Solo Performance Ward Melville High School junior and member of the school’s Chamber Orchestra Theresa Jiao has been selected as a featured soloist with the Stony Brook University Orchestra. Theresa will perform her solo in the Symphonie espagnole, Op. 21 by Lalo on the main stage at the Staller Center for the Arts on Tuesday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m. This will be part of the University Orchestra’s Family Orchestra Concert conducted by Susan Deaver. Date Added: 3/4/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155530 Fri, 04 Mar 2022 17:00:00 GMT false155530 Three Village Educator Becomes a Published Author Ward Melville High School psychologist Dr. Nina Murphy has become a published author, having written the book “Morning Classroom Conversations: Build Your Students’ Social-Emotional, Character, and Communication Skills Every Day,” along with co-authors Maurice Elias and Kellie McClain. “I am so excited to see this book published,” Dr. Murphy said. “I have been working with a team at Rutgers University and have a passion for social-emotional character development in schools. As a psychologist, my goal is to help students become well-rounded with not only academic skills but social, emotional and behavioral skills that will be crucial for their success in the future.” The book highlights the basics of utilizing conversation within our secondary classrooms, and serves as a skill-building tool for school staff working with students in grades 5-12. Dr. Murphy hopes this can be used as a resource to encourage collaborative communication, something our society needs more than ever. Date Added: 3/4/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155531 Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155531 Kindness Spreads Throughout Arrowhead In honor of the Great Kindness Challenge, Arrowhead Elementary School students and staff took part in several kindness-themed activities, initiatives and programs. They worked to spread kindness throughout the school community, attended an assembly focused on why kindness matters and even had a special visit from the school’s mascot! Note: Photos were taken prior to the March 2 updated mask mandate. Date Added: 3/4/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155529 Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155529 Public Notice - BOE Meeting: March 9, 2022 Date Added: 3/4/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155528 Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155528 Public Notice - BOE Special Meeting: March 7, 2022 Date Added: 3/4/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155527 Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155527 K-6 Virtual Milk & Cookies Night K-6 Virtual Milk & Cookies Nightis proudly presented by theThree Village Elementary Librarians. Milk & Cookies YouTube page http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155526 Tue, 01 Mar 2022 23:48:00 GMT false155526 STEM Summer Camp 2022 Updated: 3/9/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155525 Fri, 25 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155525 Athletic Honors During the February Board of Education meeting, members of the athletic department gathered to help celebrate some of the amazing accomplishments the district’s student-athletes achieved during the fall season. Each of Ward Melville High School’s varsity teams advanced to the playoff level, and multiple sports boasted league, division and county champions along with several individual athletes who competed at the state level. In total, 16 student-athletes earned All-Conference, 30 All-County 60 All-League and 10 All-State honors. Most importantly, every single athletic team was recognized as a New York State Scholar Athlete Team. Throughout the meeting, the district celebrated state-level honors bestowed upon members of the school’s field hockey, girls cross-country, girls soccer, girls swimming, girls tennis, football, boys soccer and boys volleyball teams. In addition, Setauket Elementary School physical education teacher Stephanie Peragallo was commended for winning the 2021 Future Professional of the Year Award from the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Suffolk Zone. Date Added: 2/24/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155524 Thu, 24 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155524 A New York State Master Teacher Setauket Elementary School math academic intervention services teacher Lisa Wall has been selected as a New York State Master Teacher, joining a network of more than 1,400 outstanding K-12 educators who demonstrate a deep understanding of their content area and pedagogy. New York State Master Teachers are dedicated to sharing best practices to provide the most innovative STEM education for all students, mentor current and preservice teachers and, even more importantly, inspire their students, who are the next generation of STEM teachers. The program, which was launched in 2013, provides opportunities for collaboration and professional development. To become a master teacher, Ms. Wall completed a rigorous application and review process, assessing her in all areas of her professionalism. “I am excited about becoming a master teacher and look forward to learning and collaborating with other passionate educators in New York,” she said. Ms. Wall has been a member of the district’s teaching staff for 22 years, during which she has served as a math AIS teacher, as well as a fourth and sixth grade teacher. Date Added: 2/23/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155523 Wed, 23 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155523 Celebrating Sidewalk For Safety Poetry Winners Eight Ward Melville High School students had their original poetry celebrated in this year’s Sidewalks For Safety contest. The contest was run by the charitable organization Sidewalks For Safety, a group formed to ensure the safety and happiness of walkers, runners, cyclists and drivers in the Three Village community. Entries were required to include the word “sidewalk(s),” “walking path(s)” or walk(ing).” All submissions were judged by Long Island poet and musician Michelle Whittaker and writer, songwriter and visual artist Sarah Azzara. Honorees (listed below) were celebrated by the organization during the district’s February Board of Education meeting, where they received certificates of commendation and monetary awards from the contest organizers. Winners: Amy Liu – First Place Ava Micena – Second Place Matthew Chen – Third Place Marc Staiano – Illustration Prize Honorable Mentions: Jessica Guo Haya Hussain Jacqueline Wu Makaeel Zohair Date Added: 2/22/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155521 Tue, 22 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155521 Talented Murphy Writers Earn Honors Several ninth grade students at R.C. Murphy Junior High School have been recognized in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards contest, hosted by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers. The annual contest recognizes students’ achievements in the visual and literary arts in various categories. Out of the 250,000 entries from around the country, only the top 2% to 15% of entries receive awards of merit in the event. Those named Gold Key Regional winners will now advance to the national level of the competition. Congratulations to the following students on their creative talents: Erinn Luo – Gold Key for her flash fiction, “Once Dancing” Amal Sani – Gold Key for her flash fiction, “Confessions of an Overthinker” Kaitlyn Horn – Silver Key for her poem, “Days Go By” Sydnie Levine – Silver Key for her flash fiction, “The Reality” Alivia Yang – Two honorable mentions and a Silver Key for her flash fiction pieces, “7”; “Alistair” and “Theatre” Madison Calvanese – Honorable mention for her flash fiction, “Never Enough” Date Added: 2/22/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155522 Tue, 22 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155522 Spring 2022 Continuing Education Brochure Date Added: 2/18/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155517 Fri, 18 Feb 2022 14:00:00 GMT false155517 Yearbook of Memories and Awards Two top awards were issued to the Ward Melville High School 2021 yearbook on behalf of the premier Quill and Scroll 2021 Yearbook Excellence Contest. Class of 2021 graduate Robert Pszybylski was presented with the honors by the international journalism honor society and celebrated during the district’s February Board of Education meeting. Out of the 1,485 entries to the contest 211 students had their work selected for recognition. Robert was named the first-place winner in the sports feature writing category for his story on the gymnastics team, and he captured third place for his story on the high school musical “Anastasia.” Date Added: 2/18/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155518 Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155518 Colors of Kindness Around Mount Students and staff throughout W.S. Mount Elementary School helped to spread positive thoughts and wishes this February in honor of kindness month. Inspired by the lead of the Mount PTA, a beautiful display was made in the school’s main lobby filled with visual representation of the month’s focus. With the help of Mount art teacher Ms. Kremens, as well as help from Mount classroom teachers, each student decorated a crayon to represent the power of kindness so that we could “color” Mount with kindness. Date Added: 2/18/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155519 Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155519 Love Is All Around Three Village Schools throughout the Three Village Central School District banded together this February to celebrate P.S. I Love You Day, an initiative designed to bring awareness to the importance of mental health and decrease bullying. At Arrowhead Elementary School, students wrote about empathy, support, compassion and acceptance in health classes. Wellness club members turned their work into a display to raise awareness about mental health. The members of the fifth and sixth grade Wellness Club decorated the main entry with student work to promote mental health awareness. Setauket and Nassakeag spread their celebrations over the week, with each day a different spirit wear and activity challenge. In art class at Setauket, kindergarten to second graders created individual hearts with kind words written on them. The individual hearts were formed into a huge, multi-colored heart, which was displayed in the school’s main hallway. In health, kindness-grams were written to staff and purple Post-its and paper links were shared to help spread kindness within classrooms. Nassakeag Elementary students created positive messages on Post-its outside their classrooms and created a kindness classroom contract. Classes decorated paper caring quilts with the characteristics they look for in a friend and combined the squares to make a large quilt to display outside their classrooms. Many also created kindness-grams for a student or staff member at the school and enjoyed the purple-themed decorations throughout the building donated by the school’s PTA. Ward Melville High School’s student center for counseling and wellness staff organized a booth of resources and supports outside the school’s commons area. The focus was on suicide prevention and awareness. Students also enjoyed taking commemorative photos in a special photo booth. Date Added: 2/18/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155520 Fri, 18 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155520 Information about the CareStart COVID-19 Antigen Home Test Expiration Dates Please see this announcement about the CareStart COVID-19 antigen home test expiration dates. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155516 Thu, 17 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155516 Three Village Art After Dark – 2021 Please visit https://cloud.3dissue.netto view the amazing pieces created by Three Village students. Date Added: 2/16/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155515 Wed, 16 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155515 Approved 2022-2023 School District Calendar Summary Date Added: 2/11/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155514 Fri, 11 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155514 Public Notice - BOE Meeting: February 9, 2022 Date Added: 2/4/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154991 Fri, 04 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154991 Milk & Cookies Night TheThree Village Elementary Librarianswill be hosting a virtualMilk & Cookies NightonTuesday, March 1stat7:00PMforRead Across America Day! The event will be: A half an hour live-streamed read-aloud, followed by A link to the Three Village Milk & Cookies YouTube channel with various read-alouds recorded by Three Village teachers and staff members. All PK-6 students are welcome to watch! No registration is required. Milk & Cookies Nightwould not be complete without…milk & cookies. Please clickhereto sign up for and select treats, generously being donated by theThree Village Parent Teacher Association. The form will also be posted to the district website. Goodies will be distributed via the student’s home school closer to the start of the event. Again, registration is not required; the form is for refreshments only. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154990 Tue, 01 Feb 2022 19:00:00 GMT false154990 Special Area Elective Exploration Event http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154989 Tue, 01 Feb 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154989 Setauket Teacher Earns High Honor Setauket Elementary School physical education teacher Stephanie Peragallo has been presented with the 2021 Future Professional of the Year Award from the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Suffolk Zone. Ms. Peragallo, who started teaching in the district this school year, was nominated by Maryann Hamilton, who at the time was overseeing her student teaching at Northport. “Ms. Peragallo has been an excellent addition to our physical education department, and this award she earned last year is a testament to her potential as a teacher and solidifies our decision in hiring her,” said Three Village Executive Director of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Athletics Kevin Finnerty. Date Added: 1/31/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154987 Mon, 31 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154987 Stand-Out Musician Heads to Carnegie Hall Ward Melville High School 10th grader Acadia Kunkel has been accepted to the honors performance series at Carnegie Hall. She will play violin in one of the five honors ensembles, which are limited to the highest-rated high school students from across the world. During the program, Acadia will join together with other musicians for five days of rehearsals in February, culminating with a concert at Carnegie Hall on Feb. 5. Out of the 10,000 applicants, 500 finalists from 47 states and five countries were selected for the opportunity. Date Added: 1/28/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154986 Fri, 28 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154986 Ward Melville Senior Advances in National Science Contest Ward Melville High School senior Amber Lou has earned national recognition and been named one of the 40 Regeneron Science Talent Search finalists for 2022. Amber entered the competition with her project, “RiboBayes: A Wavelet Transform-Based Computational Platform to Assess the Transcriptomic Distribution and Regulation of Ribosome Pause Sites in Ribosome Profiling Data.” For her research, she worked with Dr. Can Cenik from the University of Texas at Austin to develop an original bioinformatic platform named RiboBayes, which couples a powerful algorithm with statistical models to detect thousands of key regulatory sites for protein production on mRNA transcripts. By evaluating how ribosome movement changes in disease states and revealing novel biophysical determinants of protein translation, RiboBayes opens the door to understanding how changes in protein translation influence society’s most elusive diseases, ranging from cancer to Alzheimer’s. “To me, being named a Regeneron STS Finalist was an unbelievable recognition of the months spent pursuing my passions, from the long nights spent programming algorithms and brainstorming ideas to explore, to the thrill of presenting my research to professionals,” Amber stated. “It was a testament to what passion can bring: my wildest dreams have come true, and it was hard work that made them come true.” Amber is working to finalize her postgraduation college plans but remains resolute in her goal of integrating her childhood love for mathematics with her passion for biology by majoring in computational biology or applied math and pursuing a career as a research professor. The Regeneron Science Talent Search is the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors. The 2022 finalists were selected from more than 1,800 highly qualified entrants based on their projects’ scientific rigor and their potential to become world-changing scientists and leaders. Each finalist is awarded at least $25,000, and the top 10 awards range from $40,000 to $250,000. Date Added: 1/27/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154988 Thu, 27 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154988 Accomplished Writer Earns Praise Ward Melville High School senior Amy Liu, an Advanced Placement student in Terri Etheridge’s class and bound for Princeton University this fall, recently had her writing talents recognized when she received a congratulatory letter from Jhumpa Lahiri, author of “Interpreter of Maladies” and “The Namesake,” and the head of the creative writing department at Princeton. Ms. Etheridge describes Amy as an accomplished poet who has been published in the Rising Phoenix Review, Eunoia Review and Half Mystic Journal, among others. She was nominated for the Best of the Net awards in poetry and has work forthcoming in the Asian American Writers’ Workshop’s publication, “The Margins.” She is also a national gold and silver medalist in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. Amy is excited to be accepted into the university and to be continuing her writing with strong mentors such as Lahiri. Date Added: 1/27/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154985 Thu, 27 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154985 P.J. Gelinas Debuts World Premiere of Adolescent Issue Play P.J. Gelinas Junior High School student actors took to the stage this January to perform the world premiere of the play “Left Out.” This was the school’s 19th annual adolescent issue play designed to shine a light on matters affecting today’s youth. “Left Out” is a play that teaches the audience that there can be misunderstandings among friends. The show demonstrated how sending a text message is not the same as talking in person, punctuating the point that when texting an individual often does not express themself the same way. The production was written by technology teacher Daniel Rieckhoff and directed by music teacher Robert DePersio. Date Added: 1/26/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154984 Wed, 26 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154984 All Abuzz About Spelling R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh and eighth grade students showcased their linguistic skills when they took part in this year’s annual school spelling bee. Following 15 challenging rounds of competition, seventh grader Elisabeth Gembinski was crowned the winner after correctly spelling the word “counterfeit.” She will now compete in the next round of competition in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and compete against other local champions from area school districts. Congratulations to Elisabeth as well as this year’s second- and third-place winners, R. C. Murphy eighth graders Daniel Cornish and Aiden Lowe, respectively. Date Added: 1/25/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154983 Tue, 25 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154983 Gelinas Teacher Receives Harvard Fellowship P.J. Gelinas Junior High School teacher Doug Elliot has been awarded the 2020 Distinguished Teacher Fellowship and named a Harvard Club Fellow by the Harvard Club of Long Island. Mr. Elliot was nominated for this honor by two of his former students, Maya Pena-Lobel (Harvard Class of 2023) and Katie Wang (Harvard Class of 2020) in recognition of the impact he had on them personally. As a Fellow, Mr. Elliot is invited to participate in the Harvard Experience during a time of his choice, during which he will interact with members of the faculty, visit campus and explore all the university has to offer. “It is certainly humbling to be nominated by such remarkable former students,” Mr. Elliot said. “Teaching in Three Village for 28 years has been one of the greatest privileges of my life. I am looking forwarded to exploring constitutional law, environmental ecology and American poetry when I eventually visit the Harvard campus.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154982 Mon, 24 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154982 In the Zone Ward Melville High School students Courtney Quinn and Jason Monopoli have been named this year’s Suffolk Zone Award recipients by the New York State Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. This award is presented annually to the top male and female senior physical education leaders in each of the Suffolk County high schools. Courtney was nominated by her physical education teacher, Mr. Muscarella, and Jason was nominated by his physical education teacher, Mr. Chacon. Date Added: 1/18/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154981 Tue, 18 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154981 Ward Melville DECA Achieves at Regional Competition Ward Melville High School’s DECA club competed in this year’s regional contest and defended their long reputation of excellence. During the competitive event, 30 students placed in the top 10 of their respective categories during the virtually run event. DECA is an interscholastic business organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. Congratulations to the following honorees: Amy Liu and Claire Yang – 1st Place, Business Law and Ethics Team Decision Making Alexander Lin and Robin Xiong – 1st Place, Buying and Merchandising Team Decision Making Catherine Park and John Park – 1st Place, Entrepreneurship Team Decision Making Alexandra Duan and Vivian Ye – 1st Place, Marketing Management Team Decision Making Event John Gallagher – 2nd Place, Principles of Business Management and Administration Peter Sloniewsky and William Lehr – 2nd Place, Financial Services Team Decision Making Amanda Salanitri and Sophia Khan – 2nd Place, Hospitality Services Team Decision Making Bella Dimaculangan and Sana Khan – 2nd Place, Buying and Merchandising Team Decision Making Jonathan Zou and Juston Durko – 3rd Place, Financial Services Team Decision Making Emma Li and Nina Zhang – 3rd Place, Business Law and Ethics Team Decision Making Luke Hou and David Wu – 3rd Place, Marketing Management Team Decision Making Event Isabel Xu – 4th Place, Human Resource Management Series Event Sarah Khan – 4th Place, Hotel and Lodging Management Theresa Jiao – 5th Place, Business Services Marketing Deepak Kadur – 6th Place, Entrepreneurship Series Lijia Lin – 6th Place, Principles of Finance Nicole Matthews and Kiersten Schmidt – 7th Place, Entrepreneurship Team Decision Making Eric Wang – 8th Place, Entrepreneurship Series Ella Ferguson – 13th Place, Apparel and Accessories Marketing Series Date Added: 1/17/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154980 Mon, 17 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154980 Warming Hearts, Hands and Feet Nassakeag Elementary School’s Student Council helped to ensure those in need had the supplies to stay warm during this winter season. During their “Warm Hands, Warm Feet” program the students collected socks, hats, gloves and mittens for local children. As a result of the community’s generosity, the school donated and wrapped over 487 pairs of socks and over 260 hats, pairs of gloves and mittens. Date Added: 1/17/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154979 Mon, 17 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154979 Regeneron Scholars Named at Ward Melville Ward Melville High School students Amber Luo and Billy Zhang were named scholars in the 2022 Regeneron Science Talent Search based on original projects they completed through the district’s InSTAR science research program. The Regeneron Science Talent Search scholars were selected from 1,805 applications received from 603 high schools across 46 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and eight other countries. Scholars were chosen based on their exceptional research skills, commitment to academics, innovative thinking and promise as scientists and hail from 185 American and international high schools and homeschools in 37 states, China, Switzerland and Singapore. With the assistance of professional mentors and teachers, the students conducted in-depth, hands-on projects based on two specific scientific matters. Amber’s project was titled “RiboBayes: A Wavelet Transform-Based Computational Platform to Assess the Transcriptomic Distribution and Regulation of Ribosome Pause Sites in Ribosome Profiling Data.” Billy’s project was titled “Hydra: Succinct Pipelineable Interactive Arguments of Knowledge for Verifiable Neural Networks.” Each student will be awarded $2,000 in recognition of their hard work and novel discoveries. On Jan. 20, 40 of the 300 scholars will be named Regeneron Science Talent Search finalists, who will then compete for more than $1.8 million in awards during a weeklong competition taking place March 10-16. Date Added: 1/14/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154976 Fri, 14 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154976 The Rules of the Road Ward Melville High School students recently had the incredible opportunity of taking part in the Teen Driver Safety Program presented by the Town of Brookhaven’s Traffic Safety Division. During the event, presenter Al Ferrari spoke with the students about the dangers of impaired and distracted driving and invited volunteers to take part in several hands-on activities. Students had the option of operating a simulated driving video game, driving go-carts and navigating a map while wearing vision impairment goggles. Not only did they enjoy the experience but, more importantly, it caused them to think critically about the seriousness of driving. “During the high school health classes, students discuss the dangers of driving under the influence and distracted driving, and this presentation really helps to bring the point home,” said Secondary Coordinating Chairperson for Health and Physical Education Christina Driscoll. “This has become a tradition within our school district, and each year our students look forward to taking part in this valuable experience.” Date Added: 1/14/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154977 Fri, 14 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154977 A Hole in Fun! Nassakeag Elementary School students got into the swing of things during a fun mini golf unit during their physical education classes. The par 60 mini golf course was designed to challenge the students to “beat the course.” The Nassakeag students practiced their putting technique and learned the terminology to help them become proficient golfers. Date Added: 1/14/2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154978 Fri, 14 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false154978 PRE-K LOTTERY APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE THROUGH FEBRUARY 18 Click here for program details and application information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155387 Mon, 10 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155387 Public Notice - BOE Meeting: January 12, 2022 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155386 Mon, 10 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155386 Keeping Up With Healthy Activities Setauket Elementary School fifth and sixth grade students have been working on building healthy habits through their participation in the school’s running club this year. With the help of advisory Lisa Wall, the students have run hundreds of miles and received commemorative medals acknowledging their efforts from the New York Road Runners organization. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155383 Fri, 07 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155383 Stars Shining Brightly Minnesauke Elementary School fifth grade students recently initiated a project that spanned out to include the entire school. The classes transformed the grade level hallway into a brilliant, broad and peaceful sky adorned with a thousand points of light, each reflecting how the students shine brightest. Students received and decorated paper stars with words describing how they do or can shine the brightest. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155382 Wed, 05 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155382 School Community Forum – Wed. January 26, 2022 Click here to view the Letter Regarding the Forum Click here to view the livestream beginning at 7PM on Wed 1/26. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155385 Wed, 05 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155385 Giving Back This Holiday Season R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Community Connections Club has been busy this December, making holiday pies and cookies for the food pantry. The students enjoyed researching recipes and honing their skills for a good cause. Family and consumer science teachers Alyssa Lydon and Emma Domino meet with the club every week. The club enables students to boost socialization skills while making the students aware of local organizations and social issues. In addition to their baking, the club also recently donated over 50 knitted caps for the newborn infants in the NICU unit at Stony Brook University Hospital as well. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155380 Tue, 04 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155380 Constructing Holiday Masterpieces Setauket Elementary School third through sixth grade builders club worked as engineers as they created Gingerbread Villages using myriad supplies and tasty treats this holiday season. The groups donated their completed projects to the Luxor Nursing and Rehabilitation facility and Stony Brook Veterans Home to help brighten the spirits of those living at the locations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155381 Tue, 04 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155381 Ward Melville Musical Dazzles Audiences Ward Melville High School’s talented student actors, musicians and set designers impressed audiences this December as they took to the stage to perform the Broadway classic “Les Misérables.” The cast took audiences on a journey through 19th-century France during the 1832 June Rebellion, as French peasant Jean Valjean sought redemption after serving 19 years in jail for stealing a loaf of bread. Audiences marveled at the students’ vocal talents and acting abilities, which were supported by a flawless pit orchestra and stage crew. The show was directed by Ward Melville teacher Linda Contino, and the stage crew was overseen by teacher Steve Rogers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155378 Mon, 03 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155378 Artistic Donation During the December Board of Education meeting, the district accepted a donation of two beautiful photographs from Gallery North. The images, both taken in iconic areas in the district, were captured by the talented artist Jeremy Dennis. The photographs, which will be displayed in the schools, were mounted and framed to preserve their beauty. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155379 Mon, 03 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155379 School Community Forum In an effort to increase the lines of communication within our District and engage in meaningful conversations about the future of our schools, the district will be hosting an in-person Community Forum on Wednesday, January, 26, 2022, beginning at 7 p.m. in the auditorium at Ward Melville High School. The event will also be livestreamed via the District’s YouTube channel for individuals to watch remotely or view at a later date. During this event, a panel of experts spanning various departments in the District will address questions, concerns and suggestions posed by Three Village residents. To adequately plan for the event and ensure that questions are answered live, residents are asked to submit questions via this page. All submissions will be reviewed, organized by topic and then addressed by subject matter during the event. No questions will be taken from the audience during the event. This decision was made to ensure that all questions receive a thoroughly researched answer as well as keep the forum topics organized and on schedule. Please join the conversation by sharing your questions, concerns or suggestions here. Forms are open for feedback Monday, January 10. We look forward to receiving your input and seeing you in attendance for the forum. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155384 Sun, 02 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155384 Public Notice - BOE Special Meeting: January 3, 2022 Click here to read the Board Meeting Notice http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155377 Sun, 02 Jan 2022 05:00:00 GMT false155377 Attention 9th Grade Students and their parents/guardians: We are happy to announce our first Special Elective Exploration event on Wednesday, January 5th at Ward Melville High School! Come “SEE” the future and explore the elective course options for Art, Business, Technology, and Family & Consumer Science offered at WMHS. Teachers from each of these departments will be available during the Sophomore Orientation to share information about their programs of study and elective courses that will be offered next school year. This event will take place the same night as the Sophomore Orientation. If you are attending Session 1, you are welcome to remain after to meet our elective department staff. If you are attending Session 2, feel free to arrive prior to 6:45 p.m. to hear about our wonderful elective programs. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155376 Mon, 20 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155376 Painting the School in Spirit With the help of art teacher Michele Muzzonigro, Setauket Elementary School sixth graders helped to decorate the school with original pieces of artwork. To help bolster the spirit of the season, the students created wonderful winter villages throughout the building. They painted the scenes on windows using tempera paint. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155372 Thu, 09 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155372 A Week of Spirit and Culture R.C. Murphy Junior High School students and staff recently celebrated an International Spirit Week through collaborative interactive projects and initiatives. Throughout the celebration culturally diverse music was played over the PA system between classes, and several ENL students shared inspirational quotes and information about their heritage during the mornings’ announcements. In addition, the building’s world languages teachers coordinated a fun classroom activity that embraced diversity and cultural awareness. Using paper cutouts, students decorated the images with descriptions of their own family culture and used the pieces to create beautiful displays of unity outside the classrooms. Many teachers also contributed to a collaborative Google Slides presentation to help the students learn about their teachers’ myriad backgrounds. The slideshow was displayed within the cafeteria during the week. Lastly, club members participated in a window pane decorating contest, embellishing the windows outside the cafeteria to represent countries around the world. The winning club – the National Junior Art Honor Society – was honored with a pizza party. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155374 Thu, 09 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155374 Baking With Gratitude Just before the Thanksgiving holiday, R.C. Murphy Junior High School English language learners in Dan Wolf’s class met after school to bake cookies for their families. With the help of family and consumer sciences teacher Holly Pelzar, who designed and hosted the activity, students were taught crucial kitchen safety and baking skills and given a chance to learn hands-on in the kitchen. The group collaborated to bake, clean and decorate using fun Thanksgiving-inspired designs. Students enjoyed the baking experience with friends but were most excited to provide snacks to their families for the approaching holiday. The students felt pride in their creations and were enthusiastic about bringing home a dessert that would find a place on their dining room table this Thanksgiving. The Baking with Gratitude activity served as the capstone to the ENL students’ experiences learning and reinforcing gratitude this month throughout their classes and other school activities. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155373 Wed, 08 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155373 4th Annual Career Exploration Fair - January 19, 2022 at WMHS Get ready for the 4th Annual Career Exploration Fair hosted by Ward Melville High School & Three Village Industry Advisory Board **January 19, 2022 at WMHS at 6:30 p.m. in the cafeteria** Over 50 businesses from many industries will be at this exciting event to help guide students in discovering their own personal career path options. Students (and parents!) in grades 7-12 from Gelinas, Murphy and Ward Melville are invited! To get the most out of this unique opportunity, all students should complete the following steps prior to attending the event: Register for the event TODAY! (QR code link is attached on the poster linked below) Take the 5-minute Interest Profiler quiz in 3 Easy Steps! (DNA Quiz Instructions linked below) The top three categories/colors of the quiz results are most important and accurately identify a student's interests and personality. To help you navigate the exploration fair and learn about professions that are a suitable match, you can simply visit the booths of professionals that match your profile results - the event is color-coded!! For example... If you score highest in the Enterprising (orange), Artistic (yellow), and Social (purple) categories, then you will want to visit the booths decorated with tablecloths and balloons in those three colors FIRST since those are the ideal career matches you to explore. HINT: Take a pic of your quiz results to remember your Top 3 colors! You WILL NOT want to miss this great opportunity!! REGISTER TODAY!!! EXPLORE OPTIONS IN... Dentistry, education, engineering, finance, forensics, government, healthcare, hospitality and tourism, information technology, law, marketing, psychology, retail, the trades and much, much more! For additional information, please contact Ilene Littman, 3V-IAB coordinator, at WMHS at ilittman@3villagecsd.org OR Michael Ardolino, 3V-IAB chair and Broker/Owner at Realty Connect USA at michael@ardolino.com. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155375 Wed, 08 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155375 Setauket Student Performs in ‘Annie Live!’ Setauket Elementary School sixth grader Lily Tamburo dazzled a national television audience this December as she performed in NBC’s musical production “Annie Live!” Taking a hiatus from her role in the Broadway musical “Mrs. Doubtfire,” Lily performed as part of the ensemble that brought the beloved story to life. Lily has been performing professionally since the age of 5, appearing as Cindy Lou Who in the national tour of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” and many local community theater productions. She also voices the part of Dragon Dee and Bumblebee and Lime in the “Super Wings” animation series. Lily was thrilled to appear in “Annie Live!” and was described as having the time of her life working with the cast and Emmy-winning choreographer. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155370 Tue, 07 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155370 Holiday-Themed Field Day Nassakeag Elementary School prekindergarten students worked to get into the holiday spirit just before Thanksgiving by taking part in a spirited field day event. They completed turkey bowling and had egg and sack races all within the outdoor classroom space. Families cheered as the students took part in the fun event. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155371 Tue, 07 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155371 Three Village CSD to Form 2022-2023 Budget Advisory Committee Three Village CSD to Form 2022-2023 Budget Advisory Committee Announcement http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155369 Thu, 02 Dec 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155369 Poetry Slam for National French Week As part of their study of a foreign language, Ward Melville High School French students recently met comedian and poet Amélie Prévost for an online “Atelier de Poesie,” or a poetry slam workshop. Amélie Prévost is based in Quebec and established in the world of slam, a popular style of rhythmically spoken poetry. She performs original comedic poems like “La Pharmacie,” which details the quirks of two septuagenarians. She began the workshop by asking students to write lists to inspire creativity. With the guidance of French teacher Melissa Quiros, students shared anecdotes about their favorite parts of nature and pet peeves, while Prévost helped write them into verse. This event was part of a series under National French Week hosted by the American Association of Teachers of French, linking established poets, rappers and writers with students to demonstrate the rich francophone culture. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155363 Tue, 30 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155363 Setauket Students Stay Fire Safe During Fire Safety Month, the Setauket Fire Department visited with Setauket Elementary School’s prekindergarten and kindergarten students. Dressed in traditional firefighting gear, the volunteers spoke with the students about how the uniform keeps them safe when fighting a fire and even demonstrated the sounds the machines make when being utilized. The students also had the chance to view a working firetruck and examine some of the tools on board. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155364 Mon, 29 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155364 Les Miserables December 10, 11 at 7:30 December 11 at 2pm Tickets $25 on myschoolbucks.com or call 631 730-4357 Audience members must be masked. Family groups may sit together but must leave 2 seats between themselves and the next party/audience members. Student groups must sit one seat apart, as in school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155368 Mon, 29 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155368 Dance of the Literary Scarecrows W.S. Mount Elementary School second grade students used their love of literacy to spark a creative, grade-level, fall-themed display at the school. After reading the book “Waltz of the Scarecrows” by Constance McGeorge, each class created a scarecrow of their own that resembled those in the book. The story is about a young girl who helps to create fancy scarecrows who come to life during a secret annual Harvest Ball. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155365 Tue, 23 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155365 Reflections Winners Advance to County Level As a result of their artistic, literary and photography talents, four Minnesauke Elementary School students have been named school winners in this year’s PTA Reflections contest. These students submitted creative work interpreting the theme “I will change the world by” for consideration in the annual awards program. Their winning entries have now been submitted to the Suffolk Region PTA for judging and consideration for the state and national levels of the competition. Each year, the National PTA coordinates the Reflections program to enable students to explore their thoughts, feelings and ideas. As part of the contest, the students are invited to create and submit original works of art in one or more of these categories: dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography and visual arts. Congratulations to this year’s Minnesauke winners: Phoebe Chase – Award of Excellence in Visual Arts (Pre-K-2 Division) Sophie Chase – Award of Excellence in Visual Arts (Grades 3-5 Division) Holden Cone – Award of Excellence in Literature (Grades 6-8 Division) Sofia Wilkens-Aponte – Award of Excellence in Photography (Grades 3-5 Division) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155366 Tue, 23 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155366 Giving Back Across the District Schools throughout the district gave to others this Thanksgiving by collecting hundreds of pounds of food items for local families and area soup kitchens. First grade students at W.S. Mount Elementary School hosted a Friendsgiving Food Drive. During the initiative, the students used their math skills to tally the donations received daily and create pie graphs to visually display the collection efforts. The items were boxed up and delivered to several local families just in time for Thanksgiving. Minnesauke Elementary School fifth graders in Marylou Nilsson’s class collected nonperishable food items which they used to create food bags for the St. James Soup Kitchen. The building’s sixth graders also created food baskets and made placements and centerpieces for Minnesauke families. Even the building’s younger students got into the giving spirit, as kindergarten students made Thanksgiving meal baskets for others. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155367 Tue, 23 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155367 Artists Honored by Board During its November meeting, the Board of Education honored various art students from across the district. Fifteen students were celebrated for their successes in the 2021 Interdependence Hexagon Project. This annual project is aimed at spreading the meaning of interdependence through several themes by utilizing art in the shape of a hexagon. This year, 60 of the more than 300 submissions were selected for awards of excellence and/or honorable mention. Winning artists spanned all grade levels and came from communities across five continents, seven countries and many states. In Three Village, the submissions were created last year by R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools’ National Junior Art honor societies as well as at Minnesauke Elementary School. The following students will have their work published at the Eastern Regional Exhibition in Scranton, Pennsylvania, at the end of September, followed by a virtual Zoom recognition. Murphy Honorees: Dhikshika Cherivirala – Most creative interpretation (Technology and Social Justice theme) Sophia Greene – Most compelling message (Technology and Social Justice theme) Madeena Jalili – Most compelling message (any Interdependence theme) Amal Sani – Most creative interpretation (Interdependence theme) Alexis Comunale – Honorable mention (Interdependence theme) Gelinas Honorees: Agata Arkhipkina – Most compelling all-over (Diversity/equity theme) Raymond Lang – Most creative interpretation (Diversity/equity theme) Zoe Xiao – Most compelling all-over (Diversity/equity theme) Caroline Hammons – Honorable mention (Diversity/equity theme) Judy Hu – Honorable mention, creative use of materials (any Interdependence theme) Maile Matubrew – Honorable mention (Technology and Social Justice theme) Claire Sloniewsky – Honorable mention (any Interdependence theme) Aimee Yang – Honorable mention (any Interdependence theme) Vivian Ye – Honorable mention, creative use of materials (any Interdependence theme) Minnesauke Honoree: Emma Snyder – Honorable mention (Interdependence theme) In addition, the Board celebrated Ward Melville High School Class of 2021 alumna Isabella Klug for being named a finalist in the 2021 All American High School Film Festival. She was selected based on her video for the song “Michelle” that she created and submitted last year through the school’s Advanced Video Production class. Isabella was honored in the Best Atlantic Records Custom Music Video category. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155361 Mon, 22 Nov 2021 06:00:00 GMT false155361 Balloons Over Minnesauke Minnesauke Elementary School fifth graders sought inspiration from the popular children’s book “Balloons Over Broadway: The True Story of the Puppeteer of Macy’s Parade” by Melissa Sweet during a recent creative English language arts project. After reading the book, the students selected another children’s book of their choosing and created peer reviews of the publications. They included a short summary of the book and offered a recommended age range for an appropriate audience. As an accompaniment to the reviews, the students created colorful balloons representing the main character in the book. Some of the characters included Charlie Brown, Clifford the Big Red Dog, Pete the Cat and The Cat in the Hat. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155362 Mon, 22 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155362 Where’s the Turkey? To help get into the Thanksgiving holiday spirit, Minnesauke Elementary School second grade students worked to disguise paper turkeys to save them from the big day. Students used various materials to transform the familiar animal into myriad other creatures and items. Some of the transformations included a mermaid, famous athletes, ghosts and even a tractor! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155360 Mon, 22 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155360 Arrowhead Elementary School Celebrates World Diabetes Day http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155104 Wed, 17 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155104 Viewing Great Works of Art Ward Melville High School students enrolled in Advanced Placement Studio and Multivariable Calculus classes were given the opportunity to view the largest private collection of art by M.C. Escher, owned by Rock J. Walker. Housed at the Simons Center on the campus at Stony Brook University, the collection features original prints that were incredibly detailed. During their visit, the students viewed woodcuts, lithographs and mezzotint prints that showcased Escher’s ability to illustrate line, geometric forms and surrealistic metamorphosis of animals. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155102 Tue, 16 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155102 Giving Thanks to Veterans Just before Veterans Day, students in Tammy Dalton’s class at Ward Melville High School kicked off an initiative designed to give back to those who served the nation throughout the school year. Partnering with the Cooking for Long Island Veterans organization, the students are working to create monthly goodie bags to accompany meals delivered to local veterans. Each student was assigned a job and worked in an assembly line to fill bags with sweet treats and label the bags with personalized stickers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155103 Tue, 16 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155103 Video Production Alumna Earns High Honors Ward Melville High School Class of 2021 alumna Isabella Klug has been named a finalist in the 2021 All American High School Film Festival. She was selected based on her video for the song “Michelle” that she created and submitted last year through the school’s Advanced Video Production class. Isabella was honored in the “Best Atlantic Records Custom Music Video” category. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155099 Wed, 10 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155099 United Together Across Three Village Unity, acceptance and kindness spread throughout the Three Village Central School District as students and staff members helped to mark Unity Day 2021. At R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools, with the help of their physical education teachers, school counselors and pupil personnel services staff, the students took part in a hands-on interactive lesson dedicated to the topic. They discussed the essential questions of what Unity Day means and the definition of a social footprint and how that relates to Unity Day before brainstorming ways students can spread awareness and promote unity and kindness. They then worked in small groups to create WordArt Footprints with words of unity, acceptance and kindness. Many of the completed designs were showcased at the schools and celebrated by all. Additionally, students in many of the district’s schools wore orange – the official color of Unity Day – and elementary school students made posters to recognize a commitment to unity, kindness and empathy, which were hung in the hallway at Ward Melville High School for all to see. At Nassakeag, students also decorated ornaments to hang on the trees in the school bus circle. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155100 Wed, 10 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155100 Studying Ecosystems W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth graders completed a hands-on, inquiry-based science experiment to better understand the complexity of world ecosystems. The classes worked to dissect owl pellets and studied the results to learn about the role of consumers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155097 Tue, 09 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155097 Senior Closing In on Earning Both a Major and Minor in Math Ward Melville High School senior Rahul Ram is not only a dedicated high school scholar, but he is working on simultaneously earning a minor and major in pure mathematics at Stony Brook University, which he began in the summer of 2020 as a junior. Rahul has completed most of the requirements for the dual graduate-level work. Having volunteered at Stony Brook University hospital over the past several years and been enrolled in the school’s enrichment classes over the past seven years, Rahul quickly developed a personal connection with the university and a thirst for the opportunities accessible to him there. On his path to the pure math major and minor, he has taken four collegiate-level courses at the university, two classes through the Accelerated College Education program at Stony Brook, as well as successfully completed Advanced Placement Calculus and Statistics courses at Ward Melville High School. An early contributing factor to his advanced math studies was Rahul’s ability to skip from high school Geometry to AP Calculus BC between ninth and 10th grade. This was accomplished over the course of a month during summer vacation and by achieving a perfect score on the Advanced Theory exam and 99% on the Algebra II Regents. In addition to his coursework, Rahul has been engaged in a number of research projects, including studying logic under Stony Brook University math professor Oleg Viro, where he learned about topology, which works with geometry to transform one shape into another, for example, a 3D map into a flat object. Rahul has also worked with Benjamin Krause from Princeton University, who is currently in London, on graduate-level Fourier analysis studies. Rahul was awarded silver ranking in the USA Computing Olympiad and a perfect score on the math PSAT and mathematics level 2 SAT subject test. He is also a member of the Ward Melville High School math team. “In our 50-plus year history, I don’t believe we have ever had a current student go to this level of mathematics course work while still maintaining a full course load at Ward Melville,” said Ward Melville High School Principal William Bernhard, who is also a professor in the applied mathematics department at Stony Brook University. Upon graduation, Rahul hopes to continue to study pure mathematics or astrophysics at the college level. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155098 Tue, 09 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155098 Update on Art After Dark 2021 This year's Art After Dark, which had previously been scheduled for Nov. 18, will no longer be held in person but will instead occur virtually. The district looks forward to the community viewing our latest virtual exhibit featuring the talented students of Three village. More information will be shared shortly. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155101 Mon, 08 Nov 2021 06:00:00 GMT false155101 Nassakeag Focuses on Fire Safety In recognition of National Fire Prevention Month, kindergarten students at Nassakeag Elementary School enjoyed a visit from the Setauket Fire Department. During the event, the firefighters spoke with the students about important fire safety tips, including having an escape plan in case of an emergency and to use caution when near matches or other fire sources. The students also had the chance to take an up-close look at a working fire truck. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154907 Mon, 08 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154907 Pre-K Students Enjoy Fall Fun Nassakeag Elementary School pre-K students helped to celebrate the fall season during a fun-filled, educationally based festival. With the help of their teachers and families, the students enjoyed decorating pumpkins, “picking” apples and creating stuffed scarecrows. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154906 Fri, 05 Nov 2021 06:00:00 GMT false154906 Graveyard Words Minnesauke Elementary School fifth graders helped to put to rest some words in the English language that they hoped would never have to be used again. Each student chose a different word and created written reasons why they wanted to abolish these words. Words selected included abuse, hunger, sickness, alone and war. Their completed projects were put on display outside their classrooms. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154905 Fri, 05 Nov 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154905 Budding Business Brings Inspiration to Classroom Minnesauke Elementary School student Christopher Guidice in Christine Becks’ class may only be in fifth grade, but he is already making a name for himself as a talented business owner and craftsman. Along with his older brothers, Matthew and Michael, Christopher has helped to create MMA Millings, a Setauket-based company that specializes in creating handmade and completely custom designed projects for homes, boats and more. Recognizing that his classroom hall passes could use a makeover, Christopher recently surprised Ms. Beck with two custom woodworked passes for his classmates to use this year. The passes were created using Christopher’s CNC machine and designed through CAD software. Christopher’s classmates and Ms. Beck were so impressed by his talents and to learn about his growing business, which only started about six months ago. “One of my favorite projects was an electrical sign we made for a boat and some of the etched dog portraits we’ve created,” Christopher said. “I’ve always loved to tinker with things and watching my brothers work. This has been really fun, and the best part is to see the reaction when our customers receive their completed projects.” To learn more about Christopher and his brothers’ work, please visit: https://www.mmamilling.com/ http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154903 Fri, 05 Nov 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154903 Honoring Hispanic Heritage Month Ward Melville High School students and teachers celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month throughout October. Students in Ward Melville’s Spanish classes worked on projects and presentations on different festivals, celebrations, artists and more. The Spanish Honor Society worked together to select and display projects in the hallway. Students also enjoyed participating in dance classes to learn merengue and salsa. Spanish music was played throughout the day during passing times and morning announcements were made in Spanish. Lastly, the school’s cafeteria staff served Hispanic food and desserts one week. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154904 Fri, 05 Nov 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154904 Board Appreciation Night http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154902 Wed, 03 Nov 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154902 Chamber Orchestra Selected to Perform at All-State Ward Melville High School’s chamber orchestra has been selected to perform at the New York State School Music Association’s All-State Festival and Winter Conference in Rochester, New York, in December. The orchestra was selected based on its submission of music that was adjudicated by the All-State review board and its résumé of contest and competition pieces performed last year. The group will perform during the event on Dec. 3, 2021. The public is invited to hear the group prior to the All-State Festival on Nov. 23 at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption at 7:30 pm. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154901 Fri, 29 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154901 Public Notice - BOE Meeting October 27 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154758 Fri, 22 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154758 Notice of BOE Meeting - October 13, 2021 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154757 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154757 Ward Melville Earns State Distinction Award Ward Melville High School has earned the School of Distinction Award from the New York State Public High School Athletic Association. The district earned this award by having 100% of Ward Melville’s varsity teams qualify and receive the scholar-athlete team award during their respective sports seasons last school year. For a team to earn scholar-athlete status, 75% of the team must have a GPA of 90% or greater. Only 67 schools in the entire state and 13 in Suffolk County earned this award last year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154755 Fri, 08 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154755 Minnesauke Girl Scouts Make a Difference Minnesauke Elementary School sixth grade students and members of Girl Scout Troop 655 gave back to the community through their recently completed Bronze Award project. Mindful of last year’s COVID-19 precautions, the troop held its meetings outside at Frank Melville Park in Setauket during the 2020-21 school year. During their first meeting, the troop identified the presence of mosquitoes in the area and knew they wanted to help ensure others were not affected by the insects when visiting the park. The scouts met with a park trustee who helped advise them on how to make the bat houses and where they should be placed throughout the park – an environmentally friendly way to combat the mosquitoes. After making the bat houses, the scouts also assisted with the installation. To bring awareness to their project, the girls also presented to a younger troop about the bat houses and how they help the environment. Since they had several extra bat houses, the girls donated them to Sweetbriar Nature Center to help combat mosquitos on their property. The troop completed this project as part of their work as Girl Scout Juniors and have recently bridged to Cadettes. The project was started in the spring of 2021 and completed this past summer. The Bronze Award is the highest Girl Scout award that can be earned at the elementary school level and third-highest award in the Girl Scouts of the USA. Way to go to the following students: (l-r) Megan Reingold, Lylah Miranda, Kelli Levey, Abigail Petercsak, Keira Flynn, Elisabeth Zanfardino and Olivia Montellese. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154753 Thu, 07 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154753 Pep Rally Surprise Ward Melville High School students and staff were thrilled to gather and celebrate a spirited pep rally the afternoon before homecoming weekend 2021. The athletic teams were honored during the outdoor event, and a special guest appeared to cheer the Patriots to victory. A life-sized Elmo figure was spotted throughout the event helping Mr. Patriot rally cheers for school spirit. To everyone’s surprise the special guest was later revealed to be none other than Ward Melville Principal William Bernhard himself. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154754 Thu, 07 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154754 Registration for the Saturday Enrichment Program 2021-2022 Saturday Enrichment Program http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154756 Thu, 07 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154756 HOMECOMING 2021 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155332 Tue, 05 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155332 Original Student-Songwriter Wins State Accolades Ward Melville High School junior, singer-songwriter and former Broadway actress Ava Della Pietra has been named a winner in the New York State School Music Association’s 2021 Calls for Creators Competition. Ava won with her two original songs, “Moon” and “Optimist,” in the Songwriters category. An introspective single about saying goodbye to her brother, a source of comfort and inspiration, “Moon” is a poignant ballad about impermanence and coming of age. “Optimist” is an uplifting and inspiring song about overcoming negativity and keeping a positive mindset. For the first time, NYSSMA held three calls for student-musicians in three categories – Composers, Electronic Music and Songwriters. Students received a written evaluation of their music and each submitted work was also considered for inclusion in one of three concerts at the All-State Winter Conference in Rochester, New York. Student-creators were also invited to participate in coaching workshops and a postconcert discussion. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155330 Fri, 01 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155330 Cycling for a Cause Arrowhead Elementary School student Joseph Peritore once again joined his father’s team this September on a ride to fight childhood cancers by taking part in the Great Cycle Challenge. With the amazing support from the Three Village community last year, Joseph was able to raise $3,406 for Children’s Cancer Research Fund. This motivated him to ride 53 miles and also earned him the rank of No. 1 in his age group in the state and top 10 in the nation. This year he has raised more than $2,290 and has ridden more than 20 miles. For more information about his work or to donate to Joseph’s team, please visit https://greatcyclechallenge.com/Riders/JosephPeritore. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155331 Fri, 01 Oct 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155331 Setauket Wins Reading Challenge Three Village Central School District elementary school students once again took part in a friendly reading competition organized by the Emma S. Clark Memorial Library over the summer vacation. Students logged the number of books they completed in hopes of earning their school the coveted Emma Cup, an award given to the school with the highest percentage of students who completed the Summer Reading Challenge. A total of 16,851 books were read by students throughout the summer, and this year’s Emma Cup winner was Setauket Elementary School! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155328 Thu, 30 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155328 All-State Musicians Shine Ward Melville High School student-musicians have once again earned high praise from the New York State School Music Association, with seven students being selected to perform at the 85th Annual Winter Conference in Rochester, New York. In addition to the students named All-State musicians, 20 students were selected as alternates for the festival. The event will take place from Dec. 2-5, 2021. This year’s conference will include the traditional variety of conference sessions with renowned professional musicians, concert performances, statewide recognitions and guest speakers. The district congratulates the following students: Owen Dong – Symphonic Band Sofia Mulligan – Symphony Orchestra Kate Sun – Symphony Orchestra Jacqueline Wu – Symphony Orchestra Claire Yang – Symphonic Band William Yao – Symphony Orchestra Lillian Zhi – Symphony Orchestra Dakota Binder – Alternate Jennifer Cabrera – Alternate Gabriel Choi – Alternate Daphne Churgel – Alternate Justin Durko – Alternate Emma Fleming – Alternate Ivan Ge – Alternate Samuel Gitelson – Alternate Eren Goral – Alternate Sahana Gupta – Alternate David Huang – Alternate Stella Kahnis – Alternate Alexander Lin – Alternate Catherine Ma – Alternate Shey McCoy – Alternate Cole Napolitano – Alternate Joseph Nizza – Alternate Victor Prchlik – Alternate Jacqueline Winslow – Alternate Dora Zou – Alternate http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155329 Thu, 30 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155329 Hailed as Hexagon Honorees Student-artists from several schools across the Three Village Central School District were honored for their creativity and talents during the 2021 Interdependence Hexagon Project. This annual project is aimed at spreading the meaning of interdependence through several themes by utilizing art in the shape of a hexagon. This year, 60 of the more than 300 submissions were selected for awards of excellence and/or honorable mention. Winning artists spanned all grade levels and came from communities across five continents, seven countries and many states. In Three Village, the submissions were created last year by R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas Junior High Schools’ National Junior Art Honor Societies as well as at Minnesauke Elementary School. The following students will have their work published at the Eastern Regional Exhibition in Scranton, Pennsylvania, at the end of September, followed by a virtual Zoom recognition. Murphy Honorees: Dhikshika Cherivirala – Most creative interpretation (Technology and Social Justice theme) Sophia Greene – Most compelling message (Technology and Social Justice theme) Madeena Jalili – Most compelling message (any Interdependence theme) Amal Sani – Most creative interpretation (Interdependence theme) Alexis Comunale – Honorable mention (Interdependence theme) Gelinas Honorees: Agata Arkhipkina – Most compelling all-over (Diversity/equity theme) Raymond Lang – Most creative interpretation (Diversity/equity theme) Zoe Xiao – Most compelling all-over (Diversity/equity theme) Caroline Hammons – Honorable mention (Diversity/equity theme) Judy Hu – Honorable mention, creative use of materials (any interdependence theme) Maile Matubrew – Honorable mention (Technology and Social Justice theme) Claire Sloniewsky – Honorable mention (any Interdependence theme) Aimee Yang – Honorable mention (any Interdependence theme) Vivian Ye – Honorable mention, creative use of materials (any Interdependence theme) Minnesauke Honoree: Emma Snyder – Honorable mention (Interdependence theme) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155326 Wed, 29 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155326 Student-Researcher Inspires World Ward Melville High School senior Amber Luo had the chance to explore her passion for mathematics and science through her participation in the extensive six-week summer Research Science Institute hosted by Massachusetts Institute of Technology this past summer. At the institute, each scholar designed and conducted their own original research project with the guidance of their mentor and produced a full-length research paper along with slides to orally present their research in a virtual conference to a panel of judges for scoring. Each year, the top five papers and top five presentations are recognized. For her project, Amber was matched with mentor Dr. Can Cenik (assistant professor of molecular biosciences, University of Texas at Austin) based on her demonstrated interest in computational biology. Amber’s project was titled “A Wavelet Transform-Based Peak Detection Algorithm to Assess Ribosome Pause Sites in Ribosome Profiling Data.” For her research, Amber utilized a process known as Bayesian wavelet thresholding coupled with ribosome profiling data to pinpoint the precise nucleotide positions where ribosomes pause during translation, allowing her to analyze the transcriptomic distribution of pause sites and their expression changes across conditions. This analysis pipeline, which she named RiboBayes, enables her – and in a couple months, will enable any researcher – to apply a global analysis of translational regulation through ribosome stalling to any protein or cell state of interest. RiboBayes will enable researchers to obtain a clearer, global understanding of how diseased cells or the expression of particular proteins result in changes in protein synthesis, streamlining the development of targeted therapeutics and tools to treat any disease of interest. At the end of the program, Amber presented her final research paper, both written and oral, to the judges and sponsors at the Annual Research Science Institute Symposium, both of which were recognized as among the top five from the 2021 Research Science Institute. “I was incredibly honored (and still in disbelief!) to be the first RSI scholar in three years to have my research recognized for both Top 5 Paper and Top 5 Presentation by a panel of distinguished judges,” Amber said. “Furthermore, I was selected from among the RSI scholars to receive a sponsorship to attend RSI from the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD scholar) and opportunities to intern at DoD labs in future research endeavors.” Amber also received a $2,000 scholarship from Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc. at the Research Science Institute Closing Convocation in recognition of the impact, presentation and novelty of her research. In the coming months, Amber looks forward to publishing her work on RiboBayes in a peer-reviewed journal and in the CRAN (Comprehensive R Archive Network) repository for data science to open access to the wider research world, and to bring RiboBayes to various research competitions, including the Regeneron Science Talent Search and the Intel Science and Engineering Fair to share her visions and ideas with her peers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155327 Wed, 29 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155327 New School Quarantine Protocols 2021-2022 Click here to visit our School Opening 2021-22 Page for more information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155325 Fri, 24 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155325 14 Ward Melville High School Students Selected as National Merit Semifinalists The Three Village School District is pleased to announce that 14 Ward Melville High School students were named National Merit Semifinalists in the 67th annual National Merit Scholarship Program competition. Each of these students will continue to compete for one of 7,500 National Merit Scholarships, which total more than $30 million, with winners to be announced later this spring. These talented students entered the competition by taking the 2020 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). The nationwide pool of semifinalists represents 1% of U.S. high school seniors and includes the highest-scoring entrants in each state. The district congratulates the following students on this outstanding academic accomplishment and extends best wishes for success moving forward in the competition. Neal Carpino Matthew Chen Gabriel Choi Ho Young Chung Jean Chung Ivan Ge Alexander Lin Amy Liu Carolyn Liu Amber Luo Rahul Ram Claire Yang William Zhang Lillian Zhi http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155324 Tue, 21 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155324 Three Village Remembers American flags blanketed the school grounds throughout the Three Village Central School District as students and staff members prepared to mark the 20th anniversary of 9/11. In classrooms and throughout school buildings, moments of silence and grade appropriate conversations transpired about the significance of the day and the importance of remembering those lives lost and the lives of all who came to help that day. At Nassakeag and Minnesauke elementary schools, students also “planted” hundreds of small American flags around the school’s flagpole and surrounding grounds. As the flags waved in the warm September breeze they served as a visual reminder about the importance of the day. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155513 Fri, 10 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155513 Welcome Back! The district’s students and staff members officially kicked off the 2021-2022 school year on Thursday, Sept. 9. From the youngest pre-k students to the Ward Melville High School senior Class of 2022, an excitement for being back in school was evident throughout all district buildings! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155512 Thu, 09 Sep 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155512 Continuing Education Program is Open for Registration on SchoolBucks http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155511 Tue, 31 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155511 Notice of BOE Meeting - August 25, 2021 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155096 Fri, 20 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155096 Message from the Superintendent – August 5, 2021 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155095 Fri, 06 Aug 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155095 SCOPE 2021 Summer Virtual Enrichment http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155094 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155094 Online Calendar for the 2021-2022 School Year Click here to view the calendar http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155093 Mon, 19 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155093 VIDEOS: Presidential Service Award Program Elementary PVSA Junior High PVSA High School PVSA http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155091 Fri, 16 Jul 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155091 Summer Newsletter Now Available http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155092 Fri, 16 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155092 Board Ushers in New School Year The Three Village Central School District Board of Education commenced the start of the 2021-22 school year during its reorganizational meeting on July 7. During the meeting, newly elected trustees Susan E. Megroz Rosenzweig and Shaorui Li along with reelected trustee Deanna Bavlnka were sworn in and began their three-year terms of office. In addition, Ms. Bavlnka was elected to serve as the new president of the Board of Education and Ms. Rosenzweig was appointed to serve as the Board vice president. Ms. Li was appointed as the district clerk Pro Tem. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155090 Thu, 08 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155090 Notice of BOE Reorganization Meeting - July 7, 2021 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155089 Fri, 02 Jul 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155089 Class of 2021 Graduates with Legacy of Resilience and Adaptability The resilient and adaptable Ward Melville Class of 2021 officially marked the end of their educational journey in the Three Village School District during the annual commencement exercises, held on the front lawn on June 28. The ceremony featured all of the traditional graduation aspects and provided families and students with the opportunity to celebrate this momentous academic milestone. The graduates marched through the balloon arches as the Ward Melville Symphony Orchestra played “Pomp and Circumstance,” followed by the singing of the national anthem by Caitlyn Calise, Steven Fontana, Matthew Kronenberg and Hunter Pszybylski. During his address, Principal William S. Bernhard defined the meaning of the word “try” as “to care and prepare,” all anyone can do in this world. “Ask yourself if you really tried the first time … then come up with a plan to succeed,” Mr. Bernhard said. Student Government President Jesse Behar reflected on his time at Ward Melville High School and called attending school there a “gift.” Additionally, he announced that the class gift would be a 20-by-20-foot tent for district outdoor programs, which symbolizes the class’s legacy of making the “impossible possible.” Class of 2021 Valedictorian Chana Lyubich and Salutatorian Allen Hu also delivered eloquent commencement speeches, imparting words of wisdom and collective sentiments about their hopes for the future. Allen explained that each one of the graduates “entered the pandemic as one person and came out as another.” He cautioned his peers to take care of themselves and said, “Be balanced in yourself and cautious in your words but remember that you are never alone.” Chana’s remarks focused on inevitable change and not knowing where the future lies. “In actuality, lasting change is often more gradual and is brought about through the actions of everyday people,” she said. “All of us – regardless of our future careers and trajectories – can make the difference in the world through the small choices that we make.” Prior to handing out the diplomas, Mr. Bernhard gave out two special awards. John Woram was recognized for his bravery and courage in fighting cancer, while Connor Hughes was recognized with an award for perfect attendance throughout all 13 years of school. Assistant Principal Vince Cereola then read the names of each graduate as they marched across the stage to receive a diploma from Mr. Bernhard to the cheers of family and friends. Class of 2021 representative Brooke Walters led the class in the traditional turning of the tassels, marking the graduates’ transition to alumni of the Three Village School District. As the Ward Melville High School bell rang, the graduates tossed up their caps to conclude the ceremony and joined their family, friends and faculty for photos and to say thank-yous and farewells. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155086 Tue, 29 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155086 ‘Anastasia’ at Ward Melville High School Ward Melville High School student-actors took to the stage in early June to perform a wonderful rendition of the musical “Anastasia” before adoring audiences, both in person and virtually. The students rehearsed under the leadership of director Linda Contino throughout the school year in the hopes of performing live, and perform it live they did! A combination live track alternates with a dynamite small pit. The livestream of the performance was even enjoyed as far as Italy! “Anastasia” is the historical fiction tale of Anastasia Romanov, one of the daughters of Tsar Nicholas who reportedly survived the rebellion against the regime in 1927 Russia and how she had to take a journey into her past to find her present. Special thanks to Lisa Schindler for sharing these photos as the district looks back with pride on this remarkable performance. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155087 Tue, 29 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155087 A Garden of Peace and Reflection Two rising Ward Melville High School seniors – Harrison Rosenzweig and Andrew Vicari – have created a COVID Peace Garden at the school to provide the community with a place to quietly reflect in a serene and restorative setting. The garden, which is located outside the building’s greenhouse, was officially dedicated during a ribbon cutting ceremony on June 23. The pair noted how they wanted to create a peaceful space where people could reflect on what they have worked through, what they have lost and all of the good that has survived and thrived through the pandemic. “At the height of the COVID pandemic, we were overwhelmed hearing daily about the staggering loss of life,” Harrison said. “On a smaller scale, we watched everyone around us, young and old, suffer with the inability to connect in person with friends and family, to learn and work collaboratively, to experience so many of the little things that make life feel normal and joyful.” “We also wanted to honor and celebrate the essential workers who helped us get through some of the most challenging days in modern history,” Andrew added. “This experience taught us that no matter how bad things get, no matter how much unknown we have to face … the sun really will come up again tomorrow,” Harrison said. With the support of the school administration, the students created bracelets which they sold online and during lunch periods to raise money for the supplies to clear the area, replenish the soil and order a plaque. Most of the beautiful plants were generously donated by Olde Towne Gardens nursery. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155088 Tue, 29 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155088 Moving Up to Ward Melville High School After a year filled with many firsts, R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools’ students and families were excited to embrace tradition this June during the schools’ coordinated, commemorative moving-up ceremonies for the ninth graders. In uniformed events that took place on the main front lawn of the schools, the junior high school Class of 2021 gathered, surrounded by proud guests, to mark the start of their next journey in the district. After congratulatory remarks by the building administration, each student was called to the dais to receive their moving-up certificates and individual departmental accolades. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155085 Mon, 28 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155085 Pouches Made With Care and Love P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, R.C. Murphy Junior High School and Minnesauke Elementary School National Junior Art Honor Society chapters recently teamed up on a creative project to help others. The students created cancer-care pouches for Stony Brook University Hospital chemotherapy patients. Each student designed their own pouch for donation and filled it with care products before donating to the hospital. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154861 Fri, 25 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154861 Painting With the Principal Paul J. Gelinas Junior High School students demonstrated their creativity during an innovative painting project with Principal Corinne Keane. Before Mrs. Keane became principal, you could find her in the art classroom at Gelinas. Her love for art and design has been a passion that she wanted to continue to share with the Gelinas students. Throughout the pandemic Mrs. Keane has used art as a way to reduce the daily stress of the unknown. Wanting to connect with students and create a dialogue, she invited students to join her in her efforts, allowing them a sounding board, a creative way to express themselves and a way to cope with the stressors of the school year. The Painting with the Principal Project came to life. Each panel that hangs shares an inspirational quote or thought for students and staff to reflect on as they walk the halls. The goal of the project is to cover every end panel of the locker banks and fill the Gelinas halls with color and inspiration. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154862 Fri, 25 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154862 Stickers to Inspire Good Decisions Ward Melville High School’s SADD club, advised by Alison Herrschaft and Michelle Walker, continues to find ways to prevent poor decision-making through activism and education for youth and community. This year the club designed a sticker for a “Sticker Shock” campaign, targeting the purchase and sale of alcohol to minors. The chosen sticker was selected and printed with the support of the Drug Prevention Coalition of the Town of Brookhaven. The goal of the campaign is to spread awareness of a critical community issue by placing the stickers designed by the students on alcohol products, pizza boxes or other store products to remind businesses and customers not to sell or purchase alcohol for minors. On Wednesday, June 9, members of the club facilitated the Sticker Shock campaign with two local businesses. Setauket Pasteria and 7-11, on the corner of Old Town Road and Route 347, both participated and allowed the SADD club students inside their businesses to cover any alcohol product with their stickers. Over 500 stickers were placed on items within the store to promote awareness and prevention of this critical issue. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154859 Thu, 24 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154859 One Book, One School Project This school year, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School participated in the annual One Book One School Project, in which all in the school community are invited to read the same book. This year, Gelinas chose the perfect book to embrace optimism and activate their purpose in this history-making school year. Jess Ekstom’s book “Chasing the Bright Side” inspired Gelinas students and staff alike this school year. It focused on the idea that we are in control of writing our own stories and the things that we cannot control (such as the pandemic) cannot stop us from having a great and productive school year. Using the theme of optimism, the book was brought to life through classroom projects and discussions and the theme of the yearbook. To bring the school year to a close, author Jess Ekstrom visited Gelinas. She spoke to students, staff and parents about the power of optimism and how it has inspired her story. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154860 Thu, 24 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154860 Backyard Fun During Physical Education Classes In early June, Setauket Elementary School students had some early summer fun during their Backyard Games unit in physical education class. The students participated in some classic and new backyard games, including cornhole, Ladder Ball and Kanjam, just to name a few. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154855 Wed, 23 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154855 Arrowhead School Garden Club To learn more about the project, please click here. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154858 Tue, 22 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154858 Stewards for Bike Safety Recognizing that Long Island has many dangerous roadways, Ward Melville High School DECA club members recently put their skills to use to help promote the importance of following the rules of the road to protect bicyclists. Through a contest organized by the Brookhaven Bike Coop and sponsored by Friends of the BBC, teams created innovative marketing campaigns consisting of print posters, social media ads and video to highlight this important topic. The teams’ work was then judged by local elected officials and Ashley Liu, Robin Xiong, Claire Yang and Lillian Zhi were determined to the be winners of the Bike Safety Ad Campaign. These students were presented with certificates of appreciation during the district’s June 15 Board of Education meeting and a check for $1,000. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154851 Tue, 22 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154851 College and Career Day Each of the elementary schools in the district recently participated in College and Career Day/Week to bring awareness to the importance of education and choosing the right career. The goal of this event was to help students recognize their ability to achieve their dreams and to start expanding their knowledge of different types of postsecondary options. Minnesauke, Nassakeag, Remote Elementary, Setauket and W.S. Mount schools completed a College and Career Day. Arrowhead Elementary completed a College and Career week. Parents and guardians from all elementary schools sent in videos regarding their careers and gave advice for students who are just beginning their career exploration. The most common piece of advice: Find a career that fits your skills, abilities and talents, but most importantly, find a career that makes you happy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154852 Tue, 22 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154852 Exploring the World Through Science Science exploration for sixth graders at Minnesauke Elementary School was abundant during a recent virtual assembly program with experimental particle physicist Chris Bee. Dr. Bee conducted a presentation on his work at the world’s largest particle physics laboratory, located in Switzerland. Students had been exploring the properties of matter and the periodic table as part of their studies, but when Dr. Bee showed photos of Atlas, the largest volume detector ever constructed, the children were in awe. They observed a particular experiment in which protons collide with such force that new particles are formed. They were invited to ask questions, and many students were interested in seeking answers about black holes and groundbreaking discoveries that better describe our universe. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154854 Tue, 22 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154854 SACC Registration available June 22 - July 22 Click here for program & registration details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154857 Tue, 22 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154857 BOE Recognizes Newly Tenured Educators During the district’s June 15 Board of Education meeting, the district honored and celebrated more than 30 staff members who reached an important milestone in their educational careers – earning tenure. With the help of school administrators and Board members, each staff member was individually recognized and presented with certificates to mark the achievement. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154849 Mon, 21 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154849 Making History With the Seal of Biliteracy For the first time, two Ward Melville High School seniors – Victor Lançon and Steve Budnick – have earned the Seal of Biliteracy, an award presented by New York State in recognition of students who have studied and attained proficiency in two or more languages. The New York State Seal of Biliteracy recognizes high school graduates who have attained a high level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in one or more languages, in addition to English. The intent of the award is to encourage the study of languages, to identify high school graduates with language and biliteracy skills for employers, to provide universities with additional information about applicants seeking admission and placement, to prepare students with 21st century skills, to recognize the value of world, classical and home language instruction in schools, and to affirm the value of diversity in a multilingual society. The students were required to create a culminating portfolio project which revolved around a central theme of the student’s choosing. The students researched the theme using various resources, such as texts, podcasts, interviews and other digital sources, recorded in-person conversations and wrote reflections so as to develop the theme into a more specific, delineated thematic statement. The students presented it to the Three Village Central School District Seal of Biliteracy Committee. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154850 Mon, 21 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154850 Public Notice of Budget Workshop - June 23, 2021 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154856 Mon, 21 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154856 DECA Completes Successful Year Ward Melville High School’s DECA team has achieved high honors during their competition season this year. Below are a few recent highlights. Jessica Liao and Claire Yang placed as finalists in the virtual DECA international Competitive Events Program. Their event was Marketing Management Team Decision Making. Additionally, during the virtual state-level competition, several students were honored. These included eight being named international competition qualifiers and 10 members achieving a Top 10 placement statewide. International Qualifiers: Jessica Liao and Claire Yang - Second Place in Marketing Management Team Decision Making Event Akshay Malhotra and Shazadi Adeena - Second Place in Hospitality and Tourism Services Team Decision Making Event Peter Sloniewsky and William Lehr - Fourth Place in Financial Services Team Decision Making Event Sarah Khan - Fourth Place in Business Services Marketing Series Jack Chitkara - Fifth Place in Sports and Entertainment Marketing Series Top 10 Placements: Amy Liu and Neil Mehta - Business Law and Ethics Team Decision Making Event Alexander Lin and Robin Xiong - Buying and Merchandising Team Decision Making Event Catherine Park and John Park - Financial Services Team Decision Making Event Ivan Ge and Rahul Ram - Marketing Management Team Decision Making Event David Liang and Jonathan Zou - Travel and Tourism Marketing Team Decision Making Event http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154853 Mon, 21 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154853 A New Era for Patriot Baseball and Softball Ward Melville High School and the district’s athletic department recently hosted commemorative ribbon cutting ceremonies for the new turf baseball and softball fields. Last year, Ward Melville’s baseball and softball teams only had the chance to play on the new infield turf for one week before sports were shut down due to COVID-19. This year, the teams enjoyed the completed projects, which included new outfields, fences, foul poles and bleacher areas. “These ceremonies and fields will mark a new era for our baseball and softball programs which will be comprised of many games, practices, clinics and, I know, some future championship games,” said Kevin Finnerty, executive director of health, physical education, recreation and athletics. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154846 Fri, 18 Jun 2021 06:00:00 GMT false154846 Words of Wisdom Three Village elementary school students continued a time-honored tradition this spring by penning letters to graduating Ward Melville High School seniors during their health education classes. The letters wished the soon-to-be graduates well and reminded them to make good choices, not only during the upcoming prom but throughout their lives. As seniors purchased tickets to this year’s prom, they each received a letter from an elementary student. This project is a cherished one for seniors and elementary students alike. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154848 Fri, 18 Jun 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154848 BOE Recognizes Talented Student-Scientists During its first June Board of Education the district honored several groups of students and staff for success in the area of science. Both R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools’ Science Olympiad teams were celebrated for their achievements and participation in the Eastern Suffolk Regional, New York State and National Science Olympiad Competition. Additionally, Ward Melville High School students and members of the building’s InSTAR program Neil Mehta and Animesh Ghose were honored for their participation in national science contests earlier this year. Neil studied a signaling protein that may help treat patients with Crohn’s Disease and ulcerative colitis. He found the pathway by which this molecule, called Interleukin-22, brings about some of its most important protective effects through his work with Paneth cells found in the lining of the human gut. This information will help better contextualize the numerous Interleukin-22 clinical trials ongoing today. Neil worked with a group at Stony Brook University. He was honored for placing third overall in the category Cell and Molecular Biology at the International Science and Engineering Fair this year. The ISEF competition is attended by thousands of students from over 80 countries worldwide, so this is quite an achievement. Neil will be attending Brown University in the fall. Animesh analyzed the performance of relatively new kinds of neural network algorithms called graph convolutional networks. The GCN models he made learned to detect the various stages of Alzheimer’s disease based on collected brain data. The first model analyzed a network of patients to determine the resulting diagnosis. The second model analyzed a graph representation of each patient’s brain data to determine the diagnosis. In the end, each of the models showed promising results compared to other machine learning models, and this work will further inform our understanding of Alzheimer’s disease. Animesh worked with a group on the Brookhaven National Laboratory campus, and he was honored for being named Scholar at the Regeneron Science Talent Search as one of 300 finalists chosen from tens of thousands of competitors nationwide. Animesh will be studying math and computer science at Carnegie Mellon University. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154847 Fri, 18 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154847 Celebrating Flag Day In honor of Flag Day, W.S. Mount Elementary School hosted four small, socially distanced ceremonies on June 14 to celebrate the stars and stripes. Students and staff wore patriotic colors and creative hats, helping to honor this symbol of the United States. After a brief address from building principal Rosanne DiBella, members of the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts helped building staff members and veterans Specialist Fourth-Class Joseph Fortunato and Senior Master Sergeant Ed Metcaff raise the flag. Recorded performances by the school’s chorus, band and orchestra were streamed throughout the event, and the winners of this year’s Flag Day Essay Contest individually recited their pieces before being presented with a commemorative American flag. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154845 Fri, 18 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154845 Budget Revote Results - Budget Results: Yes – 2,027 No – 3,211 The budget was defeated. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154646 Tue, 15 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154646 Students Take Part in Health Care Program Eight Ward Melville students were accepted into and completed the annual 16-week Healthcare Career Exploration Internship Program at St. Charles Hospital. This opportunity is offered through the Career Jump Start course in the business department. The students were recently honored by Sen. Mario R. Mattera and given their certificates for participation in this hands-on, exploratory program. Due to COVID-19, the 2021 medical staff in the program presented virtually. Towards the end of the program, students capped off their experience with a final project in a current health care topic. For example, Maliha Nauman and Sara Khan teamed up to study and present “Substance Abuse Effects on Teens During COVID-19.” Maliha and Sarah completed two consecutive internships in 2020 and 2021. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154644 Fri, 11 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154644 Nassakeag Navigators Nassakeag Elementary School second grade students in Tina Rapaglia’s class created a travel blog as part of their recent opinion-writing unit. The students chronicled their favorite vacation spots, including Cape Cod, Disney World, Key West and Montauk. Included in their written recommendations were highlights of what can be found when visiting the recommended travel sites. Once completed, the class shared their recommendations with some of the building’s older students, and all can enjoy the travel blog by visiting: https://sites.google.com/3villagecsd.org/nassakeagnavigatorsblog/home http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154643 Thu, 10 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154643 Notice of BOE Meeting and Budget Hearing - June 15 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154645 Thu, 10 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154645 School Building Art Shows Please click the links below to view the 2021 School Building Art Shows. Arrowhead Elementary School Art Show: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ohKcre4nhjca30GnI7rd1by8oeauZu5F/view?usp=sharing Minnesauke Elementary School Art Show: https://www.artsonia.com/museum/gallery.asp?project=2154759 Nassakeag Elementary School Art Show: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1uh958MtyleFON4yagZJdTLDFCTc-xZQsXsip_JycABw/present?slide=id.gde7776b2a1_0_22 Setauket Elementary School Art Show: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14Clw6DSziwSo3uQn8VrbhnzZygZYMv6O/view?usp=sharing W.S. Mount Elementary School Art Show: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mSS_LjUN4lbvLpG-89O6Yr1pqwCvHaKl/view?usp=sharing P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Art Show: tinyurl.com/jkf7hw R.C. Murphy Junior High School Art Show: https://www.artsonia.com/schools/school.asp?id=183828 Ward Melville High School Art Show: https://cloud.3dissue.net/33187/33097/33406/56108/index.html?28355 The Remote School Art Show: https://www.artsonia.com/artshow/183787/12040 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154637 Wed, 09 Jun 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154637 Ward Melville High School’s Class of 2021 Top Two Ward Melville High School is proud to announce that Chana Lyubich and Allen Hu have been named the Class of 2021 valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively. Chana Lyubich is a dedicated scholar, musician and volunteer. She is a talented violinist, playing with the Ward Melville High School chamber orchestra and furthering her studies through private violin lessons. She’s a member of the French Honor Society and attended the SchoolNova weekend academic enrichment program where she studied math, physics and Russian. Chana will be attending Northwestern University with an undecided major. Prior to enrolling, she will be taking a gap year to attend seminary in Israel. Allen has also demonstrated incredible academic ability. At the end of this school year, he will have completed 13 Advanced Placement courses and numerous honors-level electives that sparked his curiosity. Although he is planning on attending the University of Virginia as a history major, he has a deep interest in science and math. Taking Human Anatomy Honors and Human Physiology Honors was a fantastic opportunity for him as he was a volunteer at Stony Brook University Hospital since 2017. He was awarded the President’s Volunteer Award and was acknowledged by the hospital in 2020 for more than 500 hours of volunteer work. He was also a member of the French Honor Society and National Honor Society. He placed first and second in the State Division B Science Olympiad and first and seventh in the regional Sci-O Tournament. He conducted summer research in 2019 and 2020, completing a project on bacterial associations with diabetes. Allen plays piano for enjoyment. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154641 Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154641 Award-Winning Writers Five Three Village Central School District students have been honored as prize-winning writers in the 2021 National Council of Teachers of English writing contest. Ward Melville High School students Alana John, Amy Liu, Jacqueline Wu and Claire Yang won the 2021 NCTE Achievement Award in Writing and each received the highest award possible, a Certificate of Superior Writing. R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth grader Shirley Xiong was recognized as a Promising Young Writer in the contest. The NCTE Achievement Awards in Writing is a school-based writing program established in 1957 to encourage high school students to write and to recognize some of the best student writers in the nation. Only students who are juniors may participate. Schools in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Canada, American schools abroad and the Virgin Islands are eligible to nominate students for the writing program. This year, schools nominated 284 students. Of that number, 136 received Certificates of Superior Writing and 148 received Certificates of Nomination. Only 56 students nationwide were honored with the Promising Young Writers award. Each student submitted two pieces of writing. Two independent judges scored each submission on expression of ideas, language use, and unique perspective and voice. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154642 Wed, 09 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154642 Districtwide Spring Into Art and Technology Show Please click the link below to view the beautiful works of art created by Three Village students under the guidance of our district teachers. Spring into Art and Technology Presentation http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154640 Tue, 08 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154640 Update on Masks – Superintendent’s June 7 Letter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154639 Mon, 07 Jun 2021 21:00:00 GMT false154639 Update Regarding Mask Wearing Mandate As you are likely aware, earlier today New York State Commissioner of Health, Dr. Howard Zucker issued a memo to the CDC announcing that New York State is looking to ease mask wearing mandates in the school setting as early as Monday, June 7. A full copy of the letter can be seen here. The district remains committed to following the DOH guidance, and is currently awaiting confirmation if this request by the DOH will be approved by the CDC and in place for Monday, June 7. Further information will be shared as it becomes available and we will be certain to share the current status of the mask wearing mandate over the weekend to allow our families to adequately prepare for Monday. Please be assured that we will adhere to DOH guidance. 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Social distancing and mask wearing requirements will be in place. Given the constricted timeframe, we recognize that some residents may be unable to attend the forum and, therefore, want to provide an opportunity for all interested residents to submit budget questions. Anyone with a question about the budget is encouraged to submit their question in writing to: Budget@3villagecsd.org. The deadline to submit written questions is Tuesday, June 8 at 3:00pm. These questions will be sorted and consolidated based on topic to provide time for all questions to be addressed. During the forum, priority will be given to the questions emailed and additional questions from the audience will be permitted after that time, and up until 9:00pm. A livestream of the forum will be available for all to access remotely. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154636 Fri, 04 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154636 Engineering Marble Lifting Machines Students in Steve Rogers’ Principles of Engineering class at Ward Melville High School learned about various design principles as they built a machine that could lift steel marbles a minimum of 12 inches and then travel the longest distance before returning to the starting point. Working in teams, the students formed a fictional manufacturing company that was prototyping a new game system from STEM education students. The teams created a team name and logo and then worked to design their original devices based on the project specifications. Each machine was crafted using recycled materials and contained a motor circuit to power the device, a crankshaft, a camshaft and two major components. Additionally, it was required to have two separate paths for the marbles to travel. The teams were graded on their engineering, construction, component pieces, creativity, and storage and cleaning of supplies. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154632 Wed, 02 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154632 Budget Revote Newsletter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154635 Wed, 02 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154635 Author Shares a Love of Literacy Arrowhead Elementary School kindergarten and first grade students had a special treat when the school welcomed Ward Melville High School math teacher and newly published author Cheryl Taborsky as part of the high school library’s “Author in Residence” series. During the event, Ms. Taborsky read her book “Sarge,” a story about what it means to be a puppy raiser for a service dog. The students marveled knowing that Ms. Taborsky not only penned the book, but also illustrated it. After enjoying the story, the students helped to make dog treats for a local animal shelter. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154634 Tue, 01 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154634 Celebrating Achievements The Board of Education recently honored several students and volunteers for their academic, artistic and altruistic successes. Students in Carol Nickerson’s community-based vocational program were celebrated for the work they have done within the school community. The students have been working hard to learn various skills and have dedicated time to beautifying the school’s 9/11 garden, weeding and planting the area. A project that has been a labor of love for school library media specialist Nicole Connelly and the entire P.J. Gelinas Junior High School community was unveiled during the Board’s meeting in early May. With the support of students, families and staff, Ms. Connelly has been working since 2014 to develop an inviting space for all to enjoy by creating an outdoor courtyard in the hopes of inspiring creativity and learning. Over the years, the school has cleaned up the space, arranged plantings and secured funding for outdoor furniture. Recently, the project was finished with the restoration of the garden pond through generous donations of materials and time from Sound Shore Pond of Wading River. Ms. Connelly and Al Schule from the pond company were celebrated by the Board. Lastly, PTA Reflections contest winners from Setauket Elementary School, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, R.C. Murphy Junior High School and Ward Melville High School were celebrated for their creative and award-winning submissions. The following students were among those honored during the meeting: Ava Dell Pietra – Suffolk County Regional Winner (Music Composition) Rosalie Giacolone – Suffolk County Regional Winner (Literature) Thomas Giacalone – Suffolk County Regional Reflections Winner (Literature Special Artist Category), NYS PTA Reflections Award of Excellence (Literature Special Artist) Valeria LaCamera – Suffolk County Regional Reflections Winner (Photography), NYS PTA Reflections Award of Merit (Photography) Susan Lingle – Suffolk County Regional Reflections Winner (Literature) Maile Matubrew – Suffolk County Regional Reflections Winner (Visual Arts) Sarina Policastro – Suffolk County Regional Reflections Winner (Film), NYS PTA Reflections Award of Merit (Film) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154633 Tue, 01 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154633 Bookmarking Creative Projects Students from across the district recently participated in the Kids’ Bookmark Contest at Emma Clark Library, showcasing their creativity and love for literacy. The contest called for students in kindergarten through sixth grade to create an original bookmark. Contest winners receive the honor of having their bookmarks professionally printed and distributed at the library throughout the year. In addition, the winning designs were put on display in the children’s department at the library for the community to enjoy. Congratulations to this year’s bookmark contest winners: Grades K-2 category: Aura Valdivia (second grade at Nassakeag Elementary) Grades 3 & 4 category: Emma Yu (fourth grade at Nassakeag Elementary) Grades 5 & 6 category: Joyce Lee (sixth grade at Mount Elementary) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154630 Tue, 01 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154630 Student Earns Acclaim in National Essay Contest Minnesauke Elementary School fifth grader Holden Cone was named the third-place winner in the elementary school category of the National Center for State Courts’ 2021 Civics Education Essay Contest, which this year drew 1,826 entries. Holden’s entry was selected as a finalist by Texas Chief Justice Nathan Hecht and Colorado Justice Richard Gabriel. The annual contest aims to educate the public on how law and the legal process protect society. Presented by the National Center for State Courts, the contest honors Law Day. To enter, Holden penned an essay that answered the prompt “what does the rule of law mean to you?” in 100 words or less. Below is a copy of Holden’s award-winning piece: “The rule of law means different things to different people, but to me, it means there are boundaries that people cannot overstep and if they do, they will face the consequences of their actions. Laws are not meant to restrict, they are meant to protect us and make us safer. Without law there would be no order and no rules. No one is above the law, as the laws apply to everyone. I think laws are important to keep us safe and help us.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154631 Tue, 01 Jun 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154631 Public Notice for BOE Meeting & Budget Hearing - June 2, 2021 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154629 Fri, 28 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154629 Update on District Budget Revote During its May 25 meeting, the Three Village Central School District voted to move forward with a second attempt at its original proposed 2021-22 school budget, following the narrow defeat on May 18. The district firmly believes that this budget will sustain all current programs and services for students while keenly planning for the district’s long term fiscal stability. The proposed budget once again calls for a 1.75% spending increase and a tax levy increase of 1.85%. A supermajority (60%) of voters will be required in order for the budget to pass. Greater details about the budget will be made available to all residents in the coming days. Polls will be open for the budget revote on Tuesday, June 15 at Ward Melville High School between the hours of 6 a.m.-9 p.m. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154628 Wed, 26 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154628 State Education Department Seeks Input on APR ESSER (American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief) Plan Development New York State Education Department is in the process of drafting this plan and is seeking public input from all stakeholders around our state's key priorities for this work through a ThoughtExchange platform. This public engagement tool is now open. Responses received by May 24, 2021 will be reflected in NYSED's final ARP ESSER plan. We encourage you and your community to share your thoughts on preparing for next school year through ThoughtExchange at https://my.thoughtexchange.com/scroll/400935714/welcome. More information can be found in the attached Press Release, one-pager, and the NYSED ARP ESSER website. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154626 Mon, 24 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154626 Health Examination Update Effective May 11, 2021 students who are unable to obtain a health examination in the required grade have until September 1, 2021 to obtain the required health examination. Please contact your school nurse if you have any questions. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154627 Sun, 23 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154627 BOE Public Notice - May 25, 2021 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154625 Wed, 19 May 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154625 District Statement Regarding Budget Results While the district is disappointed in the results of last night’s budget vote, we appreciate the feedback we have received from our community. The budget process is a collaborative one and we respect the voice that our community has in that process. The Board of Education and administration will be reconvening in the coming days to discuss the outcome of the vote and review the district’s options for the 2021-2022 school year. An update on this matter will be shared with the community in the near future. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154624 Wed, 19 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154624 Budget Results 2021 – Budget Defeated Budget – Fails (Did not pass by 60%) Yes – 2,286 No – 1,677 Board of Education Election (* indicates the three individuals elected)- David McKinnon – 1,917 Sue Rosenzweig – 2,202* Sharoui Li – 2,326* Karen Roughley – 1,754 Deanna Bavlnka – 2,076* http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154623 Tue, 18 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false154623 Traveling Through History Virtually Nassakeag Elementary School fourth grade classes recently traveled back in time as they participated in a virtual assembly called “The Revolutionary Deborah Sampson,” which was presented in conjunction with the Living History Program. Deborah Sampson, best known as the “Secret Soldier,” was the American Revolution’s only acknowledged female combat veteran. A descendant of William Bradford and Miles Standish, Sampson spent her childhood in poverty, living in indentured servitude, and served with high honors in the light infantry of the Continental Army from 1782-1783. During the event, the presenters brought her story to life through interactive reenactments and storytelling. The program enhanced the classes’ lesson on colonial history and the American Revolution, as the conversations punctuated the plight of the colonies and the need for revolution through the eyes of this extraordinary individual. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155396 Fri, 14 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155396 Notice of Board Meeting (Budget Vote and Board Election - Certification of Vote and Election) - May 18 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155397 Fri, 14 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155397 Drumming to Their Own Beat Setauket Elementary School students brushed up on their cardiovascular health during a fun and interactive drum fitness physical education unit of study. During the two-week unit, the students used drumsticks and a yoga ball to move to music. The Drum Fitness unit is designed to get students moving while staying socially distanced. The students had a great time listening and moving to music while developing their personal fitness. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155394 Thu, 13 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155394 Teacher Pens Articles for National Publication Inspiring lessons developed by P.J. Gelinas Junior High School art teacher Michael Sacco have been featured in two consecutive articles published in School Arts Magazine. In addition to detailing Mr. Sacco’s instructional plans, the articles also feature art pieces created by ninth grade students Maggie Dineen, Michael Luciani and Ella Patriss. To view the articles, please click the links below: April Article May Article http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155395 Thu, 13 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155395 National Nurse Appreciation Week As we conclude this year’s National Nurse Appreciation Week, the district extends its deep appreciation to all of our nurses for helping to keep our students, schools and community healthy and safe! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155393 Wed, 12 May 2021 04:01:00 GMT false155393 Students Honored as Picture Book Winners Students from across the Three Village Central School District were recently honored as winners in the 2020 and 2021 Emma Clark Library Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Award contest. The winning entries were celebrated through a virtually shared a slideshow in late April. Each of the winning entries were bound and made into hardcover books. The winners received copies of the books, along with monetary awards from an endowment created by the Shack family ($400 for first prize and $100 for second prize; in a case of two students collaborating on the book together, prizes are split). The winning books will also be on display in the Library’s lobby for the month of May, and then they will be added to the Library’s Local Focus Collection. The Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Award contest called for students in grades 7 through 12 who live in the Three Village Central School District to create a children’s picture book. Entries can be the work of a single author/illustrator or a collaborative effort between an author and an illustrator. Congratulations to the following student honorees: 2021 Winners: First Prize (Grades 7–9 category): “Alice Helps” by Julia Garcia-Diaz and Lea A. Nekrasov (8th graders at Gelinas Junior High) First Prize (Grades 10–12 category): “A New Normal” by Rebecca Blumenthal (12th grader at Ward Melville High School) Second Prize (Grades 7–9 category): “Frankie Gets Stuck” by Matthew Blumenthal (8th grader at Murphy Junior High) Second Prize (Grades 10–12 category): “Peanut’s Passion” by Matthew Marchese (10th grader at Ward Melville High School 2020 Winners: First Prize (Grades 10–12 category): “Your Part” by Rebecca Blumenthal (last year an 11th grader at Ward Melville High School) Second Prize (Grades 7–9 category): “The Knight and the Monster” by Ricky Herling and Ashton Hopkins (last year both 8th graders at Gelinas Junior High School) Second Prize (Grades 10–12 category): “How Tom Talks” by Riley Meckley (last year a 10th grader at Ward Melville High School) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155389 Wed, 12 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155389 Growth of a Nation Nassakeag Elementary School fifth grade students explored the growth of the nation during an interdisciplinary social studies and English language arts study. To enjoy the spring weather, the classes set up in the school courtyard to view different maps of the United States. The classes were interested to see the growth, read about events throughout history and discuss their findings. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155390 Tue, 11 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155390 Staying Cyber Safe Nassakeag Elementary School students reinforced their understanding of proper ways to use the internet during an interactive cyber safety assembly program presented by the Cyber Safety Cop. During the virtual event, the presenter shared common safety issues and how students can make themselves more secure in social networks, including not interacting with strangers both in person and digitally. The program also focused on the long-term impact of cyberbullying, the consequences such actions can have on one’s life and additional tips for staying safe online. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155392 Mon, 10 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155392 Good Citizen Award Winner With a perfect score of 100, Ward Melville High School student Katherine Tian has been named the national winner of the Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Award. This award was created in 1934 to encourage and reward the qualities of good citizenship. It was established to recognize and reward individuals who possess the qualities of dependability, service, leadership and patriotism in their homes, schools and communities. Katherine was chosen as the $1,000 scholarship winner to represent the local Anna Smith Strong Chapter based in Setauket, New York. She was then chosen to represent the Long Island districts, won the state level and then advanced to the national level. Katherine unanimously was the top choice of all the national judges, each awarding her with the perfect score. Katherine will be awarded with a $5,000 scholarship, and her achievements will be highlighted at the national Daughters of the American Revolution Continental Congress. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155391 Fri, 07 May 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155391 Ward Melville HS Music Dept & WM Players Present Anastasia Ward Melville HS Music Dept & WM Players Present Anastasia http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155388 Wed, 05 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155388 Teacher Appreciation Week In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, the district extends a heartfelt thank you to all of our amazing and dedicated teachers! We celebrate you this week and always – thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155242 Tue, 04 May 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155242 First-Place Win in Bridge Building Competition P.J. Gelinas Junior High School ninth grader Katherine Liang earned first place in this year’s Brookhaven National Laboratory Bridge Building Competition. Due to the ongoing pandemic, this year’s contest was held virtually and streamed on Facebook for audiences to watch live. The annual contest draws submissions from students across Long Island with a passion for mathematics, physics, research and engineering. To participate, students apply principles of physics and engineering as they work to construct a bridge from a 3/32 square cross-section of basswood with a mass no greater than 30 grams. On the day of the competition, the judges test the bridge and apply weight until the structure fails. For her submission, Katherine constructed a bridge was 18.70 grams and held 38.60 pounds. The bridge received an efficiency score of 936.29. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155233 Tue, 04 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155233 Science Olympiad Teams Head for Nationals P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Junior High School Science Olympiad teams captured first- and second-place wins, respectively, at the virtually run New York State Science Olympiad competition this April and, as such, have qualified to compete in the National Science Olympiad Tournament. During the state event, the teams competed against 52 of the best teams from throughout New York and demonstrated their understanding of myriad science topics and concepts. Earlier this year, the teams also competed in the Eastern Long Island Regional Tournament and several invitational competitions that were held virtually from other states, including California, Florida, Illinois and Wisconsin. The national competition will be held virtually from Arizona State University, in observation of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. However, even though the competition is virtual this year, there will be a weeklong schedule of events beginning on May 17 leading up to the competition on May 22 for students to participate in. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155234 Tue, 04 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155234 Three Village Writers Making Their Mark Several Three Village students showed off their creative writing prowess in Avalon Nature Preserve’s first annual Winter Solstice Writing Contest. Students from all three of the district’s secondary schools were honored with top places in this inaugural competition. The following students were among the contest winners: Reyva Jamdar – Ward Melville (10th Grade): “The Plush” Brooke Morrison – R.C. Murphy Junior High School (7th Grade): “Winter’s Secrets” Owen Murphy – P.J. Gelinas Junior High School (9th Grade): “Trees” Ella O’Connor – P.J. Gelinas Junior High School (9th Grade): “A Winter Sonata” To read the award-winning students’ work, please click here. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155235 Mon, 03 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155235 Mathematical Wizards P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students Michael Retakh and Eric Zhong were named first-place winners in the individual round of the MoMathlon Tournament. The event took place over the course of one school day, when students put their thinking and teamwork skills to the test with three rounds of mathematical problems: the Individual Round, Team Round and Mix-Up Rounds. Following competition rounds, an expert educator leads students in a discussion of the solutions, exploring new ways of reaching the answers and inviting students to share their problem-solving strategies with their fellow budding mathematicians. Throughout the tournament day, students socialize with friends, new and old, and enjoy mathematical brain teasers and engaging warmup activities. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155236 Mon, 03 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155236 An Eggs-ellent Fundraiser Earlier this spring, students from across the district came together to support a fundraiser spearheaded by P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth grade student Jay Harris. The “Egg My House” fundraiser was designed to support the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation. The Gelinas National Junior Honor Society candidates and current members, with the support of adviser Nicolette Demartino, helped by donating thousands of plastic eggs stuffed with candy to hide for children whose families had supported the fundraiser. Girl Scout troops from W.S. Mount Elementary and R.C. Murphy Junior High School stuffed eggs with candy as well. Students from Gelinas, Murphy, Mount and Ward Melville and Three Village alumni were part of the Three Village Brigade that had the pleasure of hiding the eggs for the little ones. The fundraiser raised $4,026. Eggs were hidden for 149 families and over 7,800 eggs were filled, stuffed and hidden. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155240 Mon, 03 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155240 2021 Budget Newsletter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155241 Mon, 03 May 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155241 Student Records Beautiful New Song Ward Melville High School 10th grader Ava Della Pietra continues to make her mark on the music world and is sharing her talents through her third original single, “Home.” Produced by Will Hicks, Ava’s latest song is dedicated to the children suffering at the southern border. The song has already earned praise from Parade magazine and has been highlighted in Tiger Beat’s New Music Friday Roundup. To learn more, please visit: https://parade.com/1191520/laurawhitmore/ava-della-pietra-home-single/. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155239 Fri, 30 Apr 2021 06:00:00 GMT false155239 Setauket Running Club Celebrates Season Setauket Elementary School’s third through six grade running club members have been keeping fit and building strong running skills this year, as they have clocked hundreds of miles during their club meetings this year. The program, which is run by math teacher Lisa Wall, is an after-school club that follows the New York Road Runners Mighty Milers program. In recognition of their participation, each club member received a commemorative T-shirt and medal, and a special banner was gifted to be displayed in the school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155237 Fri, 30 Apr 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155237 A Place for Friends As a result of a self-run philanthropy project, Ward Melville High School student Alex Frazier has graciously donated a beautiful “Friendship Bench” to the school. At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, Alex began cultivating crops, which he exchanged for items to recycle. He then used the monies received from the recyclables, approximately $150, to fund the purchase of a new outdoor bench. The donated bench has been placed under a tree at the front of the school and was dedicated in memory of a friend of Alex’s family, Devin Soblick. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155238 Fri, 30 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155238 In the Winning Zone Ward Melville High School students Jackie Stein and Richard Kryjak have been named this year’s Suffolk Zone Award recipients by the New York State Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. This award is presented annually to the top male and female senior physical education leaders in each of the Suffolk County high schools. Jackie was nominated by her physical education teacher, Mr. Heck. Richard was nominated by his physical education teacher, Mr. Chacon. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155232 Fri, 30 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155232 Public Notice for BOE Meeting May 5, 2021 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155231 Fri, 30 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155231 Updated Guidance on HS Sports Testing – April 23, 2021 SUFFOLK COUNTY EXECUTIVE STEVE BELLONE ANNOUNCES UPDATED GUIDANCE FOR HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS Due to Decline in Positivity Rate and Increase in Vaccinations, Weekly Testing of Athletes No Longer Required County to Pilot Vaccine Clinics for Student Athletes Next Week Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone today released updated guidance for high school sports from the Suffolk County Department of Health Services. Based on the decreasing positivity rate for COVID-19 in Suffolk County, the increasing rate of vaccination, and the eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine having been expanded to those 16 years of age and over, as well as the ability to practice and play outdoors, mandatory testing for high-risk sports is no longer required. While testing is no longer required, the Health Department recommends weekly testing and encourages athletic programs to develop opportunities for their student athletes 16 and over to get vaccinated. The County will continue to provide test kits to those districts that request them for Boys Lacrosse - the only high-risk sport involved in the Spring season. Since February 1, the County has distributed 80,000 test kits for high-risk sports. Additionally, the County Executive’s Office and Health Department are coordinating with the Suffolk County Police Department’s MedCAT unit to pilot a vaccine clinic for student athletes and other student groups next week, beginning with Center Moriches School District. “As a parent, I understood just how important it was to get our kids back out on the field, and over the last few months our student athletes and coaches have proven that with the right protocols in place, all sports can be played in a safe manner,” said Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone. “From the onset of this pandemic, we have followed the data, and with the lowest positivity rate we have seen in months and increasing vaccinations, the health department will no longer be requiring weekly testing for student athletes. Ultimately, the vaccine is the tool that will enable us to win this war, and we will be working with our local districts to ensure student have access to the COVID-19 vaccine.” Ron Masera, Superintendent, Center Moriches School District, said: “We are grateful for this opportunity to partner with the County Executive’s office to be the first student vaccination pod in a Suffolk County school district. As we seek to obtain more normalcy in our daily lives, providing this opportunity to students is another positive step forward. We hope that this provides some sense of relief to those students and families who take advantage of the opportunity.” Desmond Megna, President Suffolk County Lacrosse Coaches Association, said: "Even though the lacrosse world is but a mere microcosm as it relates to the pandemic and its negative impact we strongly agreed that this was a necessary step in helping these young men who have already lost so much attempt to regain a bit of normalcy. We applaud the county office and Executive Bellone, who allowed us our moment, listened with open minds, and acted in the best interest of the student athletes whilst maintaining a sufficient amount of safety in these still troubling times. We also welcome the chance to pilot programs that we believe are aimed to both improve our communities well being, as well as connect different agencies with our youth." Suffolk County Police Chief of Department Stuart Cameron, said: "To date the Suffolk County Police Department has provided over 17,000 Covid-19 vaccinations, at 47 points of distribution in 11 different locations, including numerous pop-up PODs in various communities. The department is pleased to now be able to assist in vaccinating student athletes and other student groups to provide an enhanced level of protection and a return to a more traditional education experience.” In January, County Executive Bellone announced a comprehensive plan that would allow for sports deemed as high-risk to resume with common sense safety measures and guidelines in place. The County’s plan, which was developed in close consultation with the Suffolk County School Superintendents Association and Section XI, has allowed for approximately 21,500 student athletes to participate in their respective high-risk sports. On average there are more than 60,000 student athletes participating in various high school sports during a normal school year. Suffolk County Department of Health guidelines to ensure safe play include: * Taking the temperatures of players and coaches prior to practices and games. * Masks should be worn whenever possible, especially when on the sidelines not engaged in play. * Enforce social distancing when not engaged in play. * Require hand washing or sanitizing of hands before and after practices and games, and after sharing equipment. * Minimize equipment sharing. Players should bring their own equipment; have individual water bottles, and no sharing of food. * Maintain attendance logs of players, staff, and coaches. Attendance logs should include contact information. * Play in smart spaces. Always outdoors if possible. Use large and well-ventilated spaces for play. * Consider dividing larger teams into smaller groups and stagger practices with different times or days. Limit those individuals not essential to the practice from attending. Suffolk County’s positivity rate today stands at 2.1 percent. Since February 1, Suffolk County’s 7 Day rolling positivity rate has continued to decline from 7.41 percent to 2.84 percent as of April 21. So far, the month of April alone has seen over a 3 percent decrease in the County’s 7 day rolling positivity rate. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155230 Mon, 26 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155230 Summer Music Program at Three Village http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155229 Thu, 22 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155229 3V Proposed Budget At last night’s meeting, the Board of Education adopted a proposed budget for the 2021-22 school year. Please view the following video to better understand various aspects of the proposed budget. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155224 Thu, 15 Apr 2021 13:00:00 GMT false155224 A Message from the Superintendent Please view this important message from the Superintendent of Schools http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155223 Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:00:00 GMT false155223 Reminder: NYSESLAT Testing Period Speaking- April 19- June 9 Reading, Writing, and Listening- May 17-June 9 Students will be notified of their individual testing date and time within the testing period. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155227 Tue, 13 Apr 2021 04:01:00 GMT false155227 Upcoming Parent Workshops Presented by the LI Regional Bilingual Education Resource Network http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155226 Tue, 13 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155226 Pippin Performance Click to tune in http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155228 Tue, 13 Apr 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155228 Community Letter from Superintendent Cheryl Pedisich Community Letter from Superintendent Cheryl Pedisich http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155225 Thu, 08 Apr 2021 23:30:00 GMT false155225 Three Village Math Scholars Score at Top in National Contests Several Three Village Central School District students earned high honors in this year’s American Mathematics Competitions – AMC 10 and AMC 12. According to the AMC website, these competitions are “both 25-question, 75-minute, multiple-choice examinations in high school mathematics designed to promote the development and enhancement of problem-solving skills.” Ward Melville High School students Amber Luo and Claire Yang scored in the top 5% out of more than 25,000 elite math students worldwide, and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School student Michael Lu scored in the top 1%. The AMC 10 contest is for students in grade 10 or below and covers the high school curriculum up to grade 10. The AMC 12 covers the entire high school curriculum including trigonometry, advanced algebra and advanced geometry, but excluding calculus. Both contests allow high school students to develop positive attitudes towards analytical thinking and mathematics that can assist in future careers. The AMC 10/12 is the first in a series of competitions that eventually lead all the way to the International Mathematical Olympiad. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155295 Tue, 23 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155295 Adolescent-Issue Play Takes to the Virtual Stage P. J. Gelinas Junior High School’s musical theater company presented its 18th annual adolescent-issue play, “Remote,” to both R. C. Murphy and P. J. Gelinas junior high schools through a virtual viewing platform. The show depicted the life of 10 students during the quarantine period. This year, a team of teachers met and developed the story for the production, which marked the third World Premiere Production at P. J. Gelinas Junior High School. The team of staff members included Robert De Persio Jr., Brianna Gobetz, Michael Jantzen, Daniel Reickhoff and Pamela Roberts and the production was written by Mr. Reickhoff and Mr. De Persio. Audiences can view the show by visiting https://tinyurl.com/aissue. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155296 Mon, 22 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155296 Raising Funds for Heart Health Setauket Elementary School students participated in the Kids Heart Challenge sponsored by the American Heart Association this February. The students participated in heart-healthy activities and pledged to be heart-healthy students. As part of their efforts, Setauket Elementary raised over $9,400. This year’s top fundraiser was second grader Carson Lockhart. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155303 Mon, 22 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155303 Junior Earns Honors in Oratorical Contest Ward Melville High School junior Riley Meckley recently participated in the American Legion High School Oratorical Contest, where she came in first place regionally and moved onto the New York State finals on March 6. Riley came in third place in New York State, delivering a wonderful and thought-provoking oration about the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Riley’s passion for civics and government, combined with her ability to deliver a clear and persuasive argument, is wonderful to witness as she participates in public-speaking competitions. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155300 Fri, 19 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155300 Board Honors Hometown Heroes During its early March meeting, the Three Village Central School District Board of Education honored two individuals for their heroic acts and dedication. School bus driver Chris Florio was honored for his efforts to help avoid an accident at a student’s bus stop on the morning of Feb. 24. Watching as the student, Hunter, prepared to cross the road, Mr. Florio noticed a motorist that was approaching the intersection and appeared not to be stopping. Using his training, Mr. Florio alerted the student and had him remain safely in place. His efforts were celebrated and applauded for having prevented a potential tragic accident. Additionally, custodial supervisor and certified EMT Fred Horton was honored for his proactive response and resourceful actions in assisting a seriously injured individual from a motor vehicle collision on Nicolls Road. Mr. Horton had previously completed the six-month voluntary EMT program through the district and used that training to bravely aid the driver who was trapped within her car. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155301 Fri, 19 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155301 Powerful Reflections on the Pandemic As the world prepared to mark the one-year milestone of the World Health Organization’s declaration of a global pandemic in 2020 – shortly after which schools shifted from in-person to fully virtual instruction – the fifth grade students in Kate Hunter’s class at Minnesauke Elementary School took time to think about all that has happened over the past 365 days. Each of the students’ written reflections were showcased on a bulletin board outside the classroom, in hopes of encouraging others to reflect upon this past year as well. Included in the students’ words were mentions of gratitude, hope, the power of partnerships, resiliency, empathy and newfound talents. “When we look back at this historic milestone, we acknowledge all we have lost but, as these students clearly teach us, we also marvel at all that humanity was able to see and become,” Ms. Hunter said. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155302 Fri, 19 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155302 Notice of Board Meeting - March 24 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155306 Fri, 19 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155306 1,000 Days and Counting Nassakeag Elementary School fifth graders marked their 1,000th day of school by crafting handmade keepsakes for those in the community. The students used their creativity to design and create 1,000 cards for individuals in nursing homes and those at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. The students hoped that the cards helped to brighten the recipients’ day. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155298 Thu, 18 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155298 T-shirt Fundraiser Sends a Strong Message of Unity Several clubs at Ward Melville High School recently teamed up to foster a sense of unity throughout the school community by launching a T-shirt fundraiser to benefit the Erase Racism organization. The project was conceptualized during an initial discussion at a Muslim Student Association meeting and then sparked collaboration among the Diversity Club, Hebrew Culture Club, Patriot League and Students United in Faith student groups. Club members met via Google Classroom to create T-shirt designs that promoted their mission, voted on which idea to move forward with and ultimately finalized their design plans to ensure all of the clubs were presented and included. The final shirts were imprinted with the names of the participating clubs on the back and the words “Diversity is our Strength, Unity is our Power” on the front. Through word of mouth, the club members then sold the T-shirts and raised over $1,000. Students and staff have been wearing the shirts on designated days to help further spread the notion that “together we rise, divided we fall.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155299 Thu, 18 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155299 Raising Funds While Staying Virtually Connected Earlier this winter, Three Village Central School District’s fully remote elementary school students participated in a monthlong Kids Heart Challenge to help raise awareness for heart health and funds for the American Heart Association. During the course of the month, the district’s remote elementary physical education teachers Alaina Maletta and Jennifer Balzan spoke with the students about the importance of physical fitness and heart health. In addition, students participated in a variety of physical activities and were provided with the appropriate tools needed to remain active while at home. The students collected sponsors to pledge donations to support their cause and ultimately raised $4,104.38 for the American Heart Association. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155297 Wed, 17 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155297 Donations Do More Than Mark 100th Day of School Setauket Elementary School students continued the tradition of acknowledging the 100th day of school by hosting a food drive to benefit the district’s food pantries and the St. James Food Pantry. Each class donated 100 nonperishable items in recognition of the milestone, and the students in Michelle Gunning’s kindergarten class collected and sorted the donations prior to delivery. This was the 11th year the school has celebrated in this manner, and this year’s food drive yielded 85 large boxes of donations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155304 Wed, 17 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155304 Students’ Philanthropic Project Brushes Up Large Donations To help give back to the community, Ward Melville High School students Jean Chung, Neil Mehta, Riya Sangwan, Claire Yang and Mikaeel Zohair recently delivered over 1,200 hygiene supplies to the Welcome Friends Soup Kitchen of Greater Port Jefferson. The volunteer project, Mission: Toothbrush, was spearheaded by Mikaeel and involved several donation drives held within the Three Village School District over the past year. The goal of the initiative was to promote the importance of dental hygiene by providing people who lack the ability to obtain dental and other hygiene products with the necessary supplies. Items such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss, mouthwash, shaving cream and diapers will go directly to people in need in the area. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155305 Wed, 17 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155305 Important Bus Stop-Arm Camera Program Click here to read an important message from the Superintendent of Schools regarding the district’s participation in Suffolk County’s School Bus Stop-Arm Camera program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155294 Tue, 16 Mar 2021 21:15:00 GMT false155294 Taking a Virtual Look Into Animal Adaptations Nassakeag Elementary School kindergarten students attended a virtual assembly this March to learn about animal adaptations. The program, provided by the Science Museum of Long Island, showed the students different animals and discussed the ways that the animals adapt to their environments, their habitats and the foods that they eat. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155293 Tue, 16 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155293 Ward Melville Junior Named St. Baldrick’s Ambassador Alexa Moore, a Ward Melville High School junior and member of the Student Government Board, has been chosen to be a St. Baldrick’s Ambassador this year. Every year St. Baldrick’s – an organization dedicated to conquering childhood cancers – chooses five ambassadors to represent the thousands of children whose lives have been affected by childhood cancer. In addition to being one of the faces of the St. Baldrick’s Foundation this year, Alexa is working to organize a St. Baldrick’s event, which will likely be virtual in observation of COVID-19 restrictions. “It is an honor to serve as a 2021 Ambassador for St. Baldrick’s, which is an organization near and dear to my heart,” Alexa said. “As a cancer survivor myself, I feel it is important to continue to spread awareness and to raise money to find a cure for this horrific disease. Together, we can all make a difference.” As part of her work as an ambassador, Alexa participated in a live interview with the CEO of St. Baldrick’s, Kathleen Ruddy. During the piece, Alexa discussed her journey with clear cell sarcoma of the kidney and her passion for fundraising to help others. To view the interview, please visit https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3kTBqLotVt4. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155290 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155290 Virtual Read Aloud With Jefferson’s Ferry Setauket Elementary School first grade students in Eileen Biamonte’s class participated in a virtual Read Across America celebration with residents at Jefferson’s Ferry, a local retirement community in Setauket. In honor of the event, the residents sent a video of the Jefferson’s Ferry residents reading Dr. Seuss’ “The Cat in the Hat” aloud to the class. The facility also sent Cat in the Hat-themed headbands for the students to wear for Read Across America Day on March 2. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155291 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 04:00:00 GMT false155291 Designing Artistic Dwellings P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students enrolled in Maria Maritato’s seventh and eighth grade art classes recently completed a project focused on dwellings around the world. Students learned how investigating different cultures expands an individual’s world view. Throughout the study, Ms. Maritato explained how homes are constructed in different manners to suit their environment and use materials that are easily accessible. She explained how sometimes they are decorated in a very unique manner and built with special features that serve different purposes distinctive to their culture. The dwellings featured in the lesson were chosen for their architectural uniqueness. The class studied Korean homes called “hanoks”; homes in the town of Zalipie, Poland; Indonesian homes called “rumah gadang” and dwellings in Santorini, Greece, to name a few. Following their research, the students chose a source image and used a grid to enlarge and recreate the image. They then explored value and learned how to create a variety of shades by altering the pressure of their pencil. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155292 Fri, 12 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155292 Celebrating 100 Days The 100th day of school is always a joyous milestone throughout the Three Village Central School District’s elementary schools and, given all that has transpired over the last 12 months, this year’s celebration in March felt extra special in many ways. To help mark the day, students at W.S. Mount Elementary School created displays with the 100-day theme throughout the building’s hallways. Pre-K classes made 100 different shapes to show they “are in good shape,” kindergarten and first grade classes wrote 100 reasons why they love Mount on slips of paper, second and fifth grade classes drew sunglasses on student self-portraits to demonstrate they are “100 days brighter,” third grade classes made self-portraits to show what they would look like in 100 years, fourth grade classes shared 100 facts they learned in school and sixth grade classes dressed up to resemble their 100-year-old self. Similarly, at Minnesauke Elementary School, students celebrated the milestone by taking part in a scavenger hunt to find items throughout the school and wrote 100 reasons why they love Minnesauke. The younger grades dressed up to resemble roles they felt they would take on during 100 years’ time. Some ideas included dressing as doctors, professional athletes and more. The students and staff also collectively celebrated how they love being a school that gives back. Principal Nancy Pickford wore a lemon costume to symbolize Minnesauke winning last year’s Lemon Head Challenge and raising the most money for the Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand that benefits the Stony Brook Children’s Hospital’s Child Life Program. Setauket Elementary School students enjoyed marking the day by completing different math activities and fun celebrations. As a symbol of how special the milestone was, second graders in Lauren Lenza’s class received commemorative certificates. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155289 Fri, 12 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155289 Summer Musical Theatre Program 2021 Three Village Musical Theatre Company, in coordination with the Three Village Central School District, presents its' 17th Annual Summer Musical Theatre Program 2021 Click here for details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155288 Wed, 10 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155288 Notice of March Board Meetings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155196 Fri, 05 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155196 STEM Summer Camp Information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155177 Wed, 03 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155177 K-6 Virtual Milk & Cookies Night! K-6 Virtual Milk & Cookies Night is proudly presented by the Three Village Elementary Librarians. Click here to visit the YouTube channel! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155195 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 23:45:00 GMT false155195 Sex Offender Notification – March 2 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155194 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155194 Animated Art Comes to Life at Murphy R.C. Murphy Junior High School students are exploring the history of animation and its basic principles as part of their participation in the building’s Art and Animation class, which is taught by art teacher Brian Baker. To date this year, the students have worked hard to create different animated projects. They made thaumatropes to illustrate a simple two-step action or change between two related images. Each picture was drawn and attached to a circular disc. When spun at a certain speed, each picture blends into the other, creating the illusion of movement. Students also worked on making digital flip books. They first used notecards to create the different pictures needed for their animation. After they finished drawing, students used a registration to line each image up in their camera. After shooting their photos, students used the Google Slide program to make a digital version of their flipbook. Finally, students have recently completed different designs for original cartoon characters that they will be using to create Disney Studios-style cell animation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155191 Mon, 01 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155191 Taking Time to Unplug Second grade students in Kim Pushee’s class at W.S. Mount Elementary School recently took part in a virtual yoga class. During the event, Mrs. Nazimek, a children’s yoga instructor and parent of a child in Mrs. Pushee’s class, led the students through a guided yoga session. The group discussed the importance of breathing, staying connected to the moment and practicing positive, healthy habits. Mrs. Nazimek then led the class through several yoga poses. The program was provided as part of the class’s work with the district’s social and emotional learning curriculum. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155186 Mon, 01 Mar 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155186 TONIGHT at 7PM: K-6 Virtual Milk & Cookies Night The Three Village Elementary Librarians are hosting a virtual Milk & Cookies Night for Read Across America Week! Please join us at 7:00PM via livestream. ***The Google Meet livestream link will be posted on the district website as well as in Library Google Classrooms 15 minutes prior to the start of the event.*** Milk & Cookies Night would not be complete without…milk & cookies. In-person students and families that signed up for treats will take them home at the end of the day tomorrow. Remote students and families that signed up for treats will be receiving a delivery. Many thanks to the PTA for generously donating these refreshments. All other students and families, please enjoy a snack of your choice while we watch and read together. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155193 Sun, 28 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155193 Murphy Writers Earn Accolades As a result of their exceptional original literary works, four R.C. Murphy Junior High School students have earned high honors in the Scholastic Art & Writing Regional Awards contest, offered by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers. For the annual contest, students in grades 7-12 are invited to submit their works of art or writing in 28 categories. Students’ entries are blindly adjudicated by some of the foremost leaders in the visual and literary arts, including many Scholastic Awards alumni. Jurors look for works that exemplify the awards’ core values: originality, technical skill and the emergence of personal voice or vision. All entries are considered for Gold Key, Silver Key, Honorable Mention, American Visions Nominee and American Voices Nominee awards. Regional Gold Key winners are invited to have their works advance to the national level of the competition for additional awards and honors. Congratulations to the following Murphy students, and best of luck to Shirley Xiong as she has her short story judged at the national level. Shirley Xiong: Gold Key Short Story “Fourteen Nails” (Top 1-5% in Northeast Region) Manasa Chimpiri: Honorable Mention Poetry “tryst” (Top 12-15% in Northeast Region) Rachel Rose: Honorable Mention Poetry “Dear Arts” (Top 12-15% in Northeast Region) Alivia Yang: Honorable Mention Flash Fiction “Bella Donna” (Top 12-15% in Northeast Region) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155187 Fri, 26 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155187 Minnesauke Art Teacher Published Nationally Minnesauke Elementary School art teacher Christine Sacco recently penned an article to share best practices with her colleagues nationwide, which was published in SchoolArts Magazine. Ms. Sacco’s article detailed a project she taught to her sixth grade classes. The project focused on exploring the negative effects plastic has on the environment, why water resources are important and what we can do collectively and individually to keep the environment thriving and free of plastic. The piece also featured some of the artwork completed by past Minnesauke student-artists. To read the article, please click here. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155188 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155188 Spreading Kindness Around Minnesauke For the third consecutive year, Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff took part in the Great Kindness Challenge, a national initiative to spread kindness and compassion. This year’s program kicked off with a virtual assembly coordinated by Assistant Principal Sarah Kiersh, band teacher Mark Portugal, social worker Leia Woodruff and sixth grade guidance counselor Rebecca Keller. All students received a kindness checklist, with which they were challenged to see how many kind acts they could complete. During the weeklong event, students and staff also took part in a themed spirit week, and students were greeted with music through the loudspeakers to start the school day. Additionally, the school helped to collect spare change for the Kind Coins for Mexico Campaign to support a friendship center in Mexico. Students donated loose change to the cause in jars marked by grade level. As a visual display of their commitment to kindness, Minnesauke also took part in the Linked by Love campaign. On slips of paper students wrote messages of hope, which were linked together, and one long chain was submitted to the Guinness Book of World Records. Several other chains were distributed to hospitals, senior centers and libraries as a reminder that kindness unites us all. Lastly, teachers created and shared daily kindness activities throughout the week, including read alouds focused on kindness, lessons about self-care and crafts to encourage students to be kind to each other. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155183 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155183 A Sweet Science Lesson P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students in Kevin Stiegelmaier’s Farm to School class recently spent time outside, tapping maple trees around the building as part of a lesson on maple syrup production. The students explored the school’s property earlier in the year and marked all suitable maple trees so those trees could be easily found in the middle of winter. The class then returned to those trees and installed taps, which will continue to collect sap throughout the coming weeks. The culmination of this project will be the actual boiling of the sap into maple syrup. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155190 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155190 Environmental Art Contest Winner Ward Melville High School junior Jean Chung won the honorable mention award in the Art category in the 2020 Ocean Awareness Contest, a global arts competition sponsored by Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs that engages youth in creatively raising awareness of environmental issues impacting our planet. Jean, who was selected from approximately 5,300 participants from around the world, received a cash award and will be featured in Bow Seat’s international ocean advocacy gallery and social media channels. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155181 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155181 Arctic Explorations Kindergarten students in Ms. Connolly's class visited the Science Lab to explore the ways Arctic and Antarctic animals adapt to their harsh environments. By using cotton balls for fur and lard for blubber, they discovered how polar bears are protected when they swim in freezing Arctic waters. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155192 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155192 Spelling Their Way to the Top R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools’ spelling bees might have looked a bit different this year, but the students’ excitement and energy was just as strong as ever. With a combination of remote and in-person students, both schools had a tight competition that went into 11 (Gelinas) and 13 (Murphy) rounds of spelling. In the end, Gelinas seventh grader Livia LaCamera and Murphy eighth grader Jackson Foley were named their school’s respective winners. The two students will now advance to the New York City Regional Spelling Bee, for which a date has not yet been announced. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155180 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155180 Celebrating World Read Aloud Day Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff helped to mark World Read Aloud Day in early February. In honor of the event, Principal Nancy Pickford shared the story “The Big Umbrella” through a schoolwide read aloud that was streamed into each classroom. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155189 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155189 Cans Stack Up to a Worthy Cause Three Village elementary schools once again took part in a spirited “3V SOUPer Bowl Donation” competition to collect nonperishable food items for local organizations. This year’s competition winners were the students and staff at Minnesauke, who collected 2,122 items, but the real winners were the district’s food pantries and Long Island-based Blessings in a Backpack, which sends food home to school-age children on the weekends. The district collected more than 6,100 items for these organizations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155179 Mon, 22 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155179 Enjoying Virtual Assemblies on Character Nassakeag Elementary School students recently had the chance to experience two virtual assembly programs, each with a positive and strong message on kindness. Students in grades K-2 had a special concert streamed into their classrooms, courtesy of singer-songwriter Jared Campbell. During the program, Mr. Campbell performed his original songs that carried messages about friendship, positive character traits and kindness. Similarly, students in grades 3-6 attended a virtual assembly with the performance group Box Out Bullying. This program focused on the importance of kindness and the collective work to stop bullying worldwide. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155184 Mon, 22 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155184 Tasty Culinary Creations R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s half-year International Foods class put lessons into practice as they proudly created tasty dishes that represented the countries they chose. Along with their culinary creations, the students drafted informational write-ups giving specific information about the country, its culture and how the dish was prepared. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155185 Fri, 19 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155185 Ward Melville Virtual Career Fair In conjunction with the Three Village Industry Advisory Board, Ward Melville High School hosted a multi-industry virtual career fair this winter for students in grade 7-12. The event was designed to enable students to learn about different careers while adhering to proper safety guidelines. Students navigated the virtual career fair based on their Career DNA, which was matched to businesses that share similar traits to ensure those occupations/professions are uniquely suitable for each student. “Using this online platform to interact with business professionals was also excellent practice, because it is most likely how today’s students will be screened in the initial stage of the interview process once they are ready to embark on their job searches to enter their chosen fields,” said Ilene Littman, business teacher and Three Village Industry Advisory Board coordinator. There were 308 students registered and 21 businesses and their various departments that participated. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155182 Fri, 19 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155182 Nassakeag Observes P.S. I Love You Day Staff and students at Nassakeag Elementary School celebrated P.S. I Love You Day this February through a series of activities and events. On Feb. 12, all were encouraged to wear purple and foster kindness. The school’s PTA purchased purple balloons that were displayed outside the cafeteria, the gym and the library. In addition, the PBIS team created a list of different activities that can be done in the classroom on this day. Second grade students in Mrs. Larsen’s class wrote heartfelt compliments on paper that they distributed throughout the school and to others. The mission of P.S. I Love You Day is to bring awareness to the importance of mental health and decrease bullying. The organization strongly believes that by educating students earlier in their lives about mental health, the conversation about it will be easier and students will be able to recognize when they or others around them need help. On the second Friday of every February, individuals across all communities are encouraged to wear purple to foster kindness and a welcoming environment and educate others that mental health is just as important as physical health. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155178 Fri, 19 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155178 NYS Travel Advisory: Quarantine Restrictions on Travelers Arriving in New York State Following Out of State Travel Interim Guidance for Quarantine Restrictions on Travelers Arriving in New York State Following Out of State Travel http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155176 Fri, 12 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155176 Simons Summer Research Program Application JUST ANNOUNCED: The 2021 Simons Summer Research Program Application for high school juniors can be found on the Ward Melville High School webpage or by following this link. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155175 Mon, 08 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155175 BOE Meeting Public Notice - February 10 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155174 Mon, 08 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155174 Elementary Soup Competition Click here to view the flyer! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155173 Fri, 05 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155173 K-6 Virtual Milk & Cookies Night! The Three Village Elementary Librarians will be hosting a virtual Milk & Cookies Night on Tuesday, March 2nd at 7:00PM for Read Across America Week! The event will be: *A half an hour live-streamed read-aloud, followed by *A link to the Three Village Milk & Cookies YouTube channel with over 100 read-alouds recorded by Three Village teachers and staff members. ALL K-6 STUDENTS ARE WELCOME TO WATCH! No registration is required. Milk & Cookies Night would not be complete without…milk & cookies. Please use this form to sign up for and select treats, generously being donated by the Three Village Parent Teacher Association. Goodies will be distributed via the student’s home school closer to the start of the event. Again, registration is not required; the form is for refreshments only. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155172 Wed, 03 Feb 2021 05:00:00 GMT false155172 Fundraising for a Worthy Cause As a joint endeavor, Arrowhead Elementary School kindergarten students in Jennifer Giambalvo’s class teamed up with the building’s student council to organize a fundraiser for Juvenile Diabetes research. The students created an event, “T-shirts for Type 1,” which called for students and staff to wear their favorite T-shirts on two consecutive Tuesdays during Diabetes Awareness Month and donate a dollar to the cause. To help symbolize the effort, the kindergarten students made and colored hearts for each dollar donated. The student council helped the class hang the hearts and make announcements. In total, the fundraiser raised $512. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154816 Tue, 26 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154816 Math Marks the Spot Through a grant offered by the school’s PTA, Minnesauke Elementary School Math AIS teacher Paul Wilgenkamp is once again transforming the school’s hallways into canvases of mathematical learning. Large geometric floor decals have been designed for placement in the school’s hallways that teachers will use as stopping points while their classes navigate through the building. The decals feature such shapes as equilateral triangles, trapezoids and circles, along with vocabulary words like diameter, radius and circumference included. “I decided to create this activity after our universal math screening indicated that the geometry domain could use some extra review,” Mr. Wilgenkamp said. “With one simple shift teachers can improve the students’ geometry knowledge while walking to art, music or lunch. Now, instead of telling the class to stop at the corner, the teacher can tell the students to stop at the rectangular prism or one of the other 19 geometric decals.” Additional decals focus on measurement, visually representing that 100 centimeters is equivalent to one meter, that one yard is equivalent to 36 inches and that 12 inches is equivalent to one foot. This part of the project is a continuation of Mr. Wilgenkamp’s activity from a few years ago called Minnesauke Measures. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154814 Mon, 25 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154814 Decorations for Senior Friends Three Village prekindergarten classes helped to spread some cheer to seniors at Bristal Assisted Living by creating colorful decorations for the facility. The hand-crafted items were each unique and helped to bring bright wishes of happiness to the residents. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154815 Fri, 22 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154815 Junior High School Math Wizards Capture Top Honors Students at R.C. Murphy and P.J Gelinas Junior High School earned high honors this winter as they received top marks in the AMC 8 Math Contest. Gelinas seventh graders Michael Retakh and Eric Zhong tied for first place at Gelinas and both students scored in the top 1% nationally. Anna Xing placed second for Gelinas and scored in the top 5% nationally. Murphy eighth graders Shirley Xiong earned First Place Winner/Honor Roll of Distinction, scoring in the top 1% nationally; Oliver Wu earned Second Place/Honor Roll Certificate and scored in the top 5% nationally and Alexander Singer placed third. The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple-choice examination in middle school mathematics designed to promote the development of problem-solving skills. The AMC 8 provides an opportunity for middle school students to develop positive attitudes towards analytical thinking and mathematics that can assist in future careers. Students apply classroom skills to unique problem-solving challenges in a low-stress and friendly environment. The material covered on the AMC 8 includes topics from a traditional middle school mathematics curriculum. Possible topics include but are not limited to counting and probability, estimation, proportional reasoning, elementary geometry including the Pythagorean Theorem, spatial visualization, everyday applications, and reading and interpreting graphs and tables. In addition, some of the latter questions may involve linear or quadratic functions and equations, coordinate geometry and other topics traditionally covered in a beginning algebra course. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154812 Fri, 22 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154812 Musical Lessons From a Broadway Star As the cast prepares to debut their musical performance of the Broadway hit “Anastasia” later this year, Ward Melville High School student actors had a chance to learn the ins and outs of the show from Christy Altomare, who performed as the original Anastasia in the Broadway production. The cast met with the professional actor via a webinar streamed into the school’s auditorium. Ms. Altomare enthusiastically and warmly answered a plethora of questions pertaining to characters, plot, music and her career in musical theater. Ward Melville has been working on “Anastasia” since September and is planning for an outdoor performance on June 4 and 5. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154813 Fri, 22 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154813 Ward Melville’s Regeneron Scholar Ward Melville High School InSTAR student research senior Animesh Ghose has been named a Scholar in the 2021 Regeneron Science Talent Search, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious science and math competition for high school seniors. For his project, “Prognosis and Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease Using Graph Convolutional Neural Networks,” Animesh analyzed the performance of relatively new kinds of neural network algorithms called Graph Convolutional Neural Networks (GCNNs). The GCNN models he made learned to detect the various stages of Alzheimer’s disease based on collected brain data. The first model analyzed a network of patients to determine the resulting diagnosis. The second model analyzed a graph representation of each patient’s brain data to determine the diagnosis. In the end, each of the models showed promising results compared to other machine learning models. As part of this project, Animesh worked virtually with two computational scientists at Brookhaven National Laboratory: Dr. Shinjae Yoo and Dr. Ai Kagawa. He also collaborated with Professor Jiook Cha from Seoul National University for data acquisition. As a Scholar, Animesh was awarded $2,000. He now has the chance to continue in the competition for the chance to become one of the competition’s 40 student finalists and compete in the final judging for the chance to win additional prizes, including the top award of $250,000. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154810 Thu, 21 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154810 Studying the Earth’s Surface W.S. Mount Elementary School second graders are delving into a study to better understand the complexity of the Earth’s surface through a hands-on science lesson. First, the students explored how the Earth’s surface can change through weathering and erosion. The students built on the understanding that wind and water can change the shape of the land. In this lab they used different materials to help avoid erosion on their sandy beach. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154811 Thu, 21 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154811 Superintendent Nominated to the Wall of Amazing Humans Three Village Central School District Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich was nominated for inclusion in Drew Dudley’s Wall of Amazing Humans. Mr. Dudley is an acclaimed leadership speaker who hosted an assembly program at Ward Melville High School earlier this year. His Wall of Amazing Humans is a platform for individuals to recognize others who inspire, motivate and support them each day. To see the feature on Ms. Pedisich, please visit: https://www.drewdudley.com/wall-of-amazing-humans-cheryl-pedisich/ http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154809 Tue, 19 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154809 Pre-K applications available through February 23 Click here for program details & application link. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154808 Tue, 19 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154808 Technology Supports Evidence-Based Projects P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth graders in Kimberly Cameron’s classes have been enhancing their understanding of various technological, societal, scientific and business feats of progress beginning today and working backwards in time to the Industrial Revolution. As part of a multidisciplinary project in the school’s library media center with the help of librarian Nicole Connelly and lead technology teacher Jason Hugues, the students have been using Jamboard – an interactive whiteboard software – to collect information, map out timelines and include supporting evidence to make their research look beautiful. They also wrote scripts using that evidence in preparation for their video production. Each student or partnership is responsible for creating a video using WeVideo to convey their information. Using images, video footage and music, students will narrate their script and choreograph the video through their creative lens. Videos will then be uploaded to YouTube as a future resource for other students in the school community and beyond. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154802 Wed, 13 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154802 3V-IAB 3rd Annual "Virtual" Multi-Career Fair! Welcome to the 3V-IAB 3rd Annual "Virtual" Multi-Career Fair! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154807 Wed, 13 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154807 Creating Unique Pieces of Art Students enrolled in Brian Baker’s Creative Crafts class at R.C. Murphy Junior High School have been hard at work bringing their visions to life. Both in-person and remote students have been learning the basics of 3D design through the creation of coil rope baskets, seed bead jewelry and plastic bottle flower planters. Students are learning how to combine aesthetics and function to build some unique work. Each project has touched on different aspects of additive and subtractive sculpture. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154803 Tue, 12 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154803 A Scientific Study on Marshmallows P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s eighth grade science classes turned up the heat during a recent lab. Students analyzed heat transfer by roasting marshmallows using conduction, convection and radiation. Both in-person and remote students worked together to determine which method of heat transfer would roast the perfect marshmallow. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154800 Mon, 11 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154800 Art After Dark 2020 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154805 Mon, 11 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154805 Reimagined Art at Arrowhead Arrowhead Elementary School students are learning how the use of technological resources can help bolster their artistic talents through a reinvented approach to instruction this year. “During our drawing lessons in class, we have used our Chromebooks to look at visuals, videos and study facts that relate to the project and help students brainstorm new ideas,” teacher Rachel Inversa said. “I have used the smartboard to create a step-by-step teacher-facilitated drawing technique. This new way of teaching allows for all students on different levels to understand and learn as well as practice social distancing and continue to be creative in the art room.” After conducting the research fifth grade students (pictured here) completed a step-by-step drawing of birch trees, finishing off their designs with colorful accents. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154801 Fri, 08 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154801 BOE Meeting Public Notice - January 13 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154806 Fri, 08 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154806 Murphy Students’ Writing Gets Published Six R.C. Murphy Junior High School students captured high praise during this year’s Avalon Writers Cabin, a youth program run by the Stony Brook-based Avalon Nature Preserve. For the event, the students were asked to submit an original piece of writing that reflected on the “unique observations, reflections or memories of autumn.” They were asked to write about how autumn brings “its changing colors and moods.” As a result of their submissions, the following students were selected to be published in the Cabin’s online publication: “An Old Friend” – Andrew DeSimone (grade 9) “Leaves of Life” – Shane Fuchs (grade 9) “Mother Nature’s Unaccepted Gift” – Annabelle Katsamakis (grade 9) “Leaf Dissection” – Erinn Luo (grade 8) “All Hallows’ Eve” – Sarina Brooks Policastro (grade 9) “Leaves” – Rachel Rose (grade 9) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154799 Thu, 07 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154799 Patriots Prepare for 2021 This January, “low risk” Ward Melville High School’s winter sports teams were able to officially commence the 2021 season. Here, we look back at the off season training that all student-athletes were able to participate in over the past several months to prepare for the 2021 sports seasons. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154804 Wed, 06 Jan 2021 20:00:00 GMT false154804 Ward Melville DECA Captures Honors Ward Melville High School’s DECA club participated in a global competition called DECA Power Trip this winter, a special virtual conference for thousands of DECA members around the world. This conference had an additional competitive component in which students could participate other than the usual regional, state and international competitions. Three Ward Melville DECA members participated and placed in their events in the marketing cluster as follows: • Sara Khan – top 10% in marketing cluster exam. • Amy Liu – top 10% in marketing cluster exam – third place overall in marketing cluster exam and placed in the top two competitors from New York for the “Marketing Promotion” role-play event. • Neil Mehta – top 10% in marketing cluster exam and placed in the top two competitors from New York for the “Marketing Communication” role-play event. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154798 Wed, 06 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154798 Gelinas Science Olympiad Competes in Invitational Tournament P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s Science Olympiad team competed with 45 teams from across the country in its first virtual tournament of the season, during which team captains Serena Carpino, Alexandra Duan and Vivian Ye lead the three competition teams to a second-place, eighth-place and 29th-place finish overall. During the Rickards Invitational Tournament members placed in the top four for the following events: fourth place in Reach for the Stars (K. Duong and S. Syritsyna), third place in Botany (A. Potekhin and Z. Xiao), fourth place in Botany (V. Ye and E. Li), third place in Density (D. Liang and A. Song), first place in Heredity (A. Duan and V. Ye), third place in Disease Detectives (V. Ye and J. Zhao), second place in Food Science (M. Zhang and E. Li), fourth place in Food Science (A. Potekhin and L. Nekrasov), first place in Fossils (J. Zhao and E. Li), second place in Machines (D. Liang and A. Song), first place in Ornithology (A. Duan and E. Li), second place in Road Scholar (V. Ye and E. Li) and fourth Place in Water Quality (K. Duong and M. Zhang). http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154797 Tue, 05 Jan 2021 05:00:00 GMT false154797 Secondary Winter Concerts Click here to enjoy the Secondary Winter Concerts! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154796 Sun, 27 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154796 Message from the Superintendent http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154795 Mon, 21 Dec 2020 20:00:00 GMT false154795 3V-IAB "Virtual" Career Fair Attention 3V Students,Parents and Alumni! The 3rd Annual 3V-IAB "Virtual" Career Fair is scheduled for Jan. 14, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. on Google Meet. Parents and Alumni are invited to participate in this year's virtual career fair! Meet the future talent pool who share your same "Career DNA" and promote YOUR business and industry at this exciting event! All occupations/professions (not only business owners) are invited to participate from near and far! Information for Businesses & Alumni ***The registration deadline for alumni/businesses has been extended to Thursday, December 24, 2020!*** Students and parents of Gelinas, Murphy,Ward Melville and The 3V Academy, get ready for a Multi-Industry "Virtual" Career Fair for Three Village students in grades 7-12. To prepare for the career fair, students and business participants will need to take the 5-minutepersonality quiz. Access the quiz from the QR code on the"Get Ready for the Multi-Industry VirtualCareer Fair" flyer by simply using a smartphone camera to capture the QR code to access the quiz or go tohttps://www.mynextmove.org/explore/ip. Upon completion of the quiz (O*Net Interest Profiler), it will reveal your "Career DNA" scores in six different personality categories.The Top 3 scores create your "Career DNA".Businesses and students alike should take a picture/screenshot of their results.Based on student's results, theywill be matched up (by the category color)with business representatives at the virtual career fair that share their same Career DNA.This creates apersonalized experience for each student tolearn aboutcareers that best suit their strengths and interests. There will be 40+ businesses from 15+industries participatingfrom near and far including healthcare, veterinary care, law, government, marketing, accounting, general business, fashion, graphic design, technology, construction and MANY more!!! The Google Meet link will be emailed to all registered participants and it will be posted on eachschool's website in January. Five minutes of prep time will turn a student'svirtualcareer fair experience into a wonderful opportunity to discover potential academic majors and career paths that relate to who they are. Don'tmiss out on this exciting event!! Information for Students & Families See you on Google Meet on January 14, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.! This event is hosted by the Three Village Industry Advisory Board (3V-IAB) and Ward Melville High School. For any questions please reach out toIlene Littman, 3V-IAB Coordinator (ilittman@3villagecsd.org) or Michael Ardolino, 3V-IAB Chair, Realty Connect USA (michael@ardolino.com). http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154794 Sun, 20 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154794 Studying Animals at Setauket Setauket Elementary School third and fourth grade students have been learning about animal behaviors, adaptations, protections and movements and had the chance to take an up-close look at the subject matter during a recent science lab. To their surprise and delight, the students were visited by Wally (a male eclectus parrot) and Natasha (a Russian tortoise) and had the chance to observe the animals’ behaviors and movements. The two animals belong to Setauket teacher Janet Morseman and visited the classes as an extension to the students’ studies. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154793 Mon, 14 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154793 Detectives Award Reading Superstars Nassakeag Elementary School first grade students in Mrs. Lopresti’s, Mrs. Oppenheim’s and Mrs. Rosner’s classes have been working hard to learn new reading techniques, and their work recently earned them a visit by the top agents from the Super-Secret Detective Agency – Detective Levine and Detective Perrotta, the school’s principal and assistant principal in disguise. The agents were on hand to congratulate the first graders on their hard work as they became Official Word Detectives. The children learned new strategies like “take a closer look” and “break long words into smaller parts.” Each day the students were given new missions to tackle mystery words and solve them. Detective Levine and Detective Perrotta handed out certificates to celebrate the newest members of the Super-Secret Detective Agency. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154792 Fri, 11 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154792 A Parade of Literary Favorites Setauket Elementary School students in Christine Becks’ class used a literary favorite as the source for inspiring peers to enjoy a new story. After reading “Balloons Over Broadway” by Melissa Sweet, the story of Tony Sarg the puppeteer behind the first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the students created their own floats based on their favorite children’s book. They also wrote book reviews to encourage their peers to read their selected story. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154791 Thu, 10 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154791 Displays of Kindness Several sixth grade students in Olga Gulino’s class at W.S. Mount Elementary School helped to spread cheer around the building by creating a kindness bulletin board. Working with sixth grade school guidance counselor Rebecca Keller, the students decorated letters that spelled out, “We may have to be 6 ft apart, but we can still talk and be close heart to heart!” The completed board was put on display in the sixth grade hallway for all to enjoy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154789 Wed, 09 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154789 Electing a Class Favorite Three Village first grade students in Lisa Lachler’s remote class learned about the electoral process during a fun and interactive project this fall. The students learned about elections, candidates and voting before casting their ballots on their favorite book character. The students listened to at least five stories featuring Pete the Cat and Splat the Cat over the course of a week from the bookshelves located in their Google Classroom. They then voted and elected Pete the Cat as their favorite. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154790 Wed, 09 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154790 BOE Meeting Public Notice - December 9 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154788 Fri, 04 Dec 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154788 Thanksgiving Travel Message to Families – Nov. 24 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154787 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154787 A message from the Suffolk County Department of Health Commissioner, Dr. Gregson Pigott A message from the Suffolk County Department of Health Commissioner, Dr. Gregson Pigott: Video Message Suffolk County COVID-19 Testing Sites (.PDF attached) (Weblink) CDC COVID-19 Flyers (.JPGs attached) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154786 Thu, 19 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154786 Reading Together – Virtually Nassakeag Elementary School second and sixth grade class buddies from Thomas Whitehead’s and Jon Stecker’s classes, respectively, used technology to forge new connections and enjoy literary masterpieces. Using Google Meet breakout rooms, a virtual platform that allows large groups to be separated into smaller sections, the students met with their buddies digitally from their own individual classrooms. First, the partners participated in a brief meet and greet and then shared one of their favorite books with each other. The students enjoyed sharing a moment with their new friends and listening to some new stories. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154784 Wed, 18 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154784 Focusing on Social and Emotional Learning As part of the district’s robust social and emotional learning program, staff and students are regularly engaged in programs and activities designed to support their overall health and mental wellness. This fall, students at both R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools and Ward Melville High School took part in a social-emotional learning day featuring two special and renowned speakers. Both speakers addressed the students virtually, through prerecorded, streamed addresses. The first guest, Drew Dudley, spoke about how to increase one’s leadership capacity. Mr. Dudley is the founder and chief catalyst of Day One Leadership Inc., which helps organizations around the world. Prior to founding Day One, he spent eight years as the director of one of Canada’s largest leadership development programs at the University of Toronto and served as national chair of one of Canada’s largest youth charities, which mobilized 35,000 volunteers to raise a million dollars annually to support the work of Cystic Fibrosis Canada. As part of his program, Mr. Dudley has created a digital Wall of Amazing Humans, to honor those who are leaders and making a difference. During his speech at Ward Melville, Mr. Dudley featured a brief question and answer session with Principal William Bernhard, at which time Mr. Bernhard announced that he had nominated Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich for the Wall. The second speaker for the social and emotional learning program was Ed Gerety. Mr. Gerety spoke about leadership, finding moments when you have to be resilient and persevere, and how during these trying times we all have to take care of each other. The schools hope to host similar events for the schools in the coming months, to provide students with a change of pace and to offer learning opportunities for personal growth and character building. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154783 Tue, 17 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154783 Ward Melville Debaters Take the Stage The Ward Melville High School Debate Team recently made their mark on this year’s competition season as they took part in their first fully remote tournament. Together, sophomores and first-time debaters Adam Bear and Ava Micena tied for fifth place during the Long Island Forensic Association Tournament in Novice Public Forum pairs. They argued both sides of the resolution: The United States federal government should enact the Medicare-For-All Act of 2019. Both students received the coveted half qualification towards the New York State championship in April. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154514 Mon, 16 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154514 A Message from the Superintendent http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154785 Mon, 16 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154785 Giving Thanks to Veterans Nassakeag Elementary School fifth graders helped to send well wishes and thanks to the nation’s veterans by creating handwritten cards and letters. The classes brainstormed ways to say thanks to those who have served the country. The completed cards will be sent to Georgia and then distributed to troops in various areas of the world who won’t make it home before the holidays. “It gives us pleasure to spread positivity and gratitude to our troops, especially this time of year,” said teacher Darlene Lange, who helps to coordinate the project each year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154513 Fri, 13 Nov 2020 06:00:00 GMT false154513 Setauket Students Give Back Setauket Elementary School fifth graders Gabi Del Carpio, Avery Lasner, Leila Panesar and Elle Wright recently teamed up to help make a difference for those in need of help and support during these unprecedented times. Together, the group created handmade inspirational cards, bracelets and stickers to sell on Election Day. Thanks to the generosity of the community, the students raised nearly $500 to support Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154511 Fri, 13 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154511 Seniors Commended for Academic Promise Fifteen Ward Melville High School seniors have been named commended students in the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program, an annual program run by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Approximately 34,000 students throughout the nation are being recognized with this honor based on their exceptional academic promise. Although they will not continue in the 2021 competition for National Merit Scholarship awards, commended students placed among the top 50,000 scorers of the more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2021 competition by taking the 2019 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following students for earning this prestigious honor: Yiming Chen John Chitkara Steven Fontana Animesh Ghose Allen Hu Connor Hughes Jessica Liao Grace Lin Andrew Loka Akshay Malhotra Nathaniel Michnoff Jedidiah Tan Katherine Tian Kaitlyn Tung Dale Yu http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154512 Fri, 13 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154512 Studying Force and Motion Physics properties were the focal point for a recent kindergarten lesson at Nassakeag Elementary School. The students used small boxes and smooth surfaces to visually understand how toy cars are propelled into motion when a force, i.e., movement, is applied. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154508 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154508 Sorting Through Literary Genres As part of their library studies this fall, Nassakeag Elementary School second grade students are learning the difference between book genres through fun and interactive activities, with the help of school librarian Lisa Lewis. Using their Chromebooks, the students logged into a Google Slide to digitally sort books into virtual shelves and categorized them as either fiction or nonfiction. The students then reviewed the available books and checked out their favorite from the library. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154509 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154509 Monster Math Mathematics lessons underwent a spooky twist this fall as first grade students in Kim Rosner’s class at Nassakeag Elementary School created their own monster-themed math problems. The students used a worksheet with a number written on a monster’s shirt, then colored in boxes using red and blue crayons to help write four different number sentences that would add up to the sum on the shirt. They then wrote number sentences on the arms and legs of their monsters. Additionally, the students used a template to help them write a fun word problem to go along with one of the number sentences. They illustrated the word problem, making sure it matched with the number sentence they chose to highlight. “Having the students practice writing their own word problems using this fun activity helps to reinforce the math vocabulary we often use, such as ‘joined’ and ‘altogether,’” Ms. Rosner said. “It helps to strengthen their word problem skills.” The project was aligned with the class’s study on addition concepts. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154510 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154510 Playing Through the Pandemic With proper safety and social distancing guidelines in place, Three Village music students and staff are finding new ways to continue to fine-tune their craft by performing together in open spaces. The teachers are embracing enhanced protocols to ensure all meetings are promoting heathy guidelines. Below are a few sneak peaks of the pieces the students are working on! Camerata Chamber Orchestra Jazz III Ensemble Wind Ensemble http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155323 Mon, 02 Nov 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155323 Ward Melville Students’ Volunteer Efforts Add Up Fifteen Ward Melville High School students were honored during the October meeting of the Board of Education for their altruism and outstanding service to the community, praise they received for their generous effort to tutor district students during the pandemic. The group, called the Math Mate Tutors, provided free, online, one-to-one tutoring for 26 district students in grades 2-7. They developed and provided customized lessons weekly that reviewed material as well as provided support for retention recovery and enrichment. In total, they provided more than 180 hours of free tutoring through this initiative. The district extends its deep appreciation to the following members of the Math Mate Tutors: Rebecca Blumenthal Sophia Cadolino Jordan Dattero Grace Lin Amber Luo Rudolph Nizza Jonah Pichler Cora Scolaro Alyssa Seims Samara Silverman Sofia Stacchiola Kaitlyn Tung Ani Vardanyan Nancy Zhong Julia Zhu http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155319 Thu, 29 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155319 United Together, Advocating for Acceptance The color orange blanketed the Three Village Central School District this October as students and staff celebrated Unity Day on Wednesday, Oct. 21 and Thursday, Oct. 22. The annual event is sponsored by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center and is designed to promote kindness and acceptance in all communities. Individuals across the district proudly wore orange – the official color associated with Unity Day – to show “that we are all together against bullying, united for kindness, acceptance and inclusion,” as stated on the center’s website. The bold color was selected to be a conversation starter for change and to stand out to show individuals’ collective efforts toward the cause. At P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, the celebration of unity also included a focus on optimism and meditation. School Social Worker Pam Roberts teamed up with the school’s physical education to facilitate a guided meditation, which was led by Christine Chase, history teacher at Gelinas. Ms. Chase, a long-time meditator, and volunteer at the Port Jefferson Kadampa Meditation Center started each physical education class with a meditation reminding students that happiness goes wherever we go, because happiness is an inside job. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155320 Thu, 29 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155320 Scientific Study on Owls As part of their science curriculum, W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth graders are learning about the role of consumers in an ecosystem. Throughout the study, the students learned that owls cannot digest certain parts of the foods they consume but rather they compress those parts into a pellet and regurgitate that as waste. The students then took an up-close look at what an owl hunts by investigating and dissecting owl pellets and used an Owl Pellet Bone Chart to identify the remains they found in their owl pellet. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155321 Thu, 29 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155321 Celebrating Our Board In recognition of its commitment to its students, staff and community, the Three Village Central School District recently honored the seven members of its Board of Education, District Clerk and Ward Melville High School student representative. The celebration was held during the Board’s October meeting and in honor of the New York State School Boards Association’s School Board Recognition Week. During the event, representatives from each of the district’s schools made informational speeches about the honored guests and thanked them for their volunteer services. Each member was then presented with a token of appreciation. The New York State School Boards Association sponsors this annual event to raise community awareness and understanding about the crucial role school board members have within a school district. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155322 Thu, 29 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155322 BOE Meeting Public Notice - October 29 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155318 Mon, 26 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155318 SEASONAL CELEBRATIONS – GUIDANCE FROM NYS Guidance for celebrating Halloween has been posted on the state's Coronavirus website under "seasonal celebrations." It can be found here: https://coronavirus.health.ny.gov/seasonal-celebrations http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155317 Thu, 22 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155317 Outdoor Learning Experiences Warm fall days have provided a beautiful backdrop for learning at Minnesauke Elementary School, as teachers and staff have reimaged the traditional school day and embraced using outdoor spaces to conduct lessons or to simply enjoy a break in the day with their students. Physical education classes are largely being held outside on the backfield of the school to further embrace physical distancing guidelines. Colorful squares have been chalked along the grass to provide students with a reminder of the distancing guidelines, and those spaces are used throughout various physical education units of study. Classroom teachers have been hosting outdoor read-alouds and writing activities on both the front lawn and within the school’s courtyard. These sessions not only allow for the class to enjoy the outdoors but have also sparked some creative writing ideas for students. Additionally, many classes are using the outdoor spaces to enjoy breaks throughout the day, including for snack time, recess on the playground and more. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155316 Fri, 16 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155316 Spreading Kindness and Giving Back Nine Arrowhead Elementary School sixth graders and members of Girl Scout Troop 1380 recently built and donated four new flowerbeds for the school’s Garden Club. The students also painted and donated a number of garden signs and inspirational kindness rocks for use in a new rock garden at the building. In recognition of their efforts, the students were awarded the Bronze Award from the Girl Scouts. The district extends its deep appreciation to the following students who worked on this project: Callie Hart, Aisha Islam, Autumn Molinari, Aurora Ryzkowski, Rebecca Schweitzer, Peyton Spatz, Jordyn Stern, Catherine Townsend and Emily Zigon. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155314 Thu, 15 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155314 Marching to the Virtual Beat While still embracing physical distancing guidelines and safety procedures, Ward Melville High School’s Marching Band has continued to keep the beat and perfect their performance skills as they learned a new routine for the 2020-21 school year. This year’s theme, “A Message of Hope,” includes upbeat musical numbers and perfectly choreographed color guard routines. The students provided a preview of their show to immediate family during a recent closed evening performance held outdoors on the football field and in accordance with physical distancing guidelines. Additionally, a prerecorded portion of the marching band’s show was included in this year’s virtually run Columbus Day Parade, which aired on ABC 7. To watch the full performance, please visit https://youtu.be/wlu3g5sRn3Q. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155315 Thu, 15 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155315 Sex Offender Notification - October 14, 2020 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155313 Wed, 14 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155313 National Honor for Ward Melville Musician Ward Melville High School senior Steven Fontana has been selected to take part in the prestigious National Association for Music Education All-National Honors Ensembles. Steven was selected to be a part of the event’s mixed chorus ensemble. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the association made the difficult decision to cancel the in-person combined Amplify 2020 NAfME PreK-12 National Conference, Music Research and Teacher Education Conference, and All-National Honor Ensembles, originally scheduled to take place Nov. 4-8 in Orlando, Florida. As such, the association is working to plan a virtual event to highlight the 2020 All-National Honor Ensembles program performers. “I was so excited and honored to have been selected for All-Nationals,” Steven said. “While I would have loved to have the opportunity to attend in person, I am looking forward to collaborating with the other students virtually.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155311 Tue, 13 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155311 Musicians Selected for Virtual All-State Festival Eight exceptionally talented musicians from Ward Melville High School have been selected to take part in this year’s New York State School Music Association’s All-State Festival, which, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, will be run virtually this year. These students were selected based on previous performances and in recognition of their exemplary musical capabilities. For the virtual festival, the students will record themselves performing a specified selected repertoire piece. The audio and visual recordings will be ensembled and the culminating project will be showcased during the 2020 All-State Virtual Concert. The complete concert is scheduled to be released on the NYSSMA website later this school year. Thousands of students across the state were considered for this honor, and the district congratulates the following Three Village students for being selected for this year’s event: Emily Bussa – String Orchestra Carson DiFede – String Orchestra Jessica Liao – Band Alternate Grace Lin – Symphonic Band Olivia McBride - Mixed Chorus Jonah Pichler – Orchestral Alternate Ava Williamson – Symphonic Band Emilie Zullo – Symphonic Band http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155312 Tue, 13 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155312 BOE Meeting Public Notice - October 14 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155310 Fri, 09 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155310 Three Village Student Honored in Newsday Click here to read the article about Murphy seventh grader James-Henry Parkinson! https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/way-to-go-r-c-murphy-student-makes-face-shields-1.50000878 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155309 Thu, 08 Oct 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155309 Congressional Art Competition Finalist Ward Melville High School senior Cassidy Photos was named a finalist in the Congressional Art Competition. Her submission was created with the help of art teacher Stefanie DiLorenzo. According to its website, each spring, the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to recognize and encourage artistic talent in the nation and in each congressional district. Since the Artistic Discovery competition began in 1982, more than 650,000 high school students have participated. Students submit entries to their representative’s office, and panels of district artists select the winning entries. Winners are recognized both in their district and at an annual awards ceremony in Washington, D.C. The winning works are displayed for one year at the U.S. Capitol. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155307 Thu, 24 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155307 Film Stars Earn All American Honors The original works created by Ward Melville High School video students Ryan Manuud and Destiny Sanchez were recently accepted into the All American High School Film Festival. The students completed their projects with the help of Ward Melville advanced video teacher Lisa Cappiello. This festival is considered the premier destination for talented high school filmmakers and media arts enthusiasts from around the world. This year’s event will take place virtually from Oct. 1-11. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155308 Thu, 24 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155308 Celebrating Students’ Philanthropic Efforts During its September meeting, the Three Village Central School District Board of Education and invited guests helped to honor several students who have worked tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of those both locally and across the globe. P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh grader Lily Rosengard was honored by the district and the New York State School Boards Association for being a “Champion of Change” based on her work to aid those affected by the Australian wildfires. During the meeting, NYSSBA Area 12 Director Catherine Romano spoke about the award and noted that it is not an honor that one can apply for but rather one bestowed upon a select few individuals who capture the attention of the association. Early in 2020, Lily, then a Setauket Elementary School sixth grader, rallied her peers and led an initiative to cut, sew and donate joey pockets for the orphaned kangaroos in Australia. Lily’s efforts were bolstered by outside donations from friends, community members and the support of the Setauket Student Council. Together, the group donated hundreds of joey pockets and raised countless monies to support the wildlife foundation. Ward Melville High School students Katrin Donetski, Srinija Gumudavelli, Tasnim Loqman, Sara Murphy and Prisha Singhal were also honored by the district for their philanthropic efforts this summer. The team, which called themselves the TeleTutors, volunteered to tutor district students across all grades in various subjects. In lieu of accepting payment for their services, the team vowed to pass along any monies donated to the district’s food pantry. The students presented the sum of their earnings - $735 – to the district during the Board meeting. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155083 Thu, 24 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155083 Art During a Pandemic Minnesauke Elementary School current sixth grade students Chiara Lubarsky and Dua Shahbaz and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh grader Samantha Dalmage have been named award recipients in the 2020 International Interdependence Hexagon Project competition. The annual contest calls for artists to create pieces using the hexagon as a metaphor for interdependence and interconnectedness. The students were encouraged to create submissions that helped to promote global citizenship and civic literacy. Samantha’s project won in the Diversity theme category, Chiara won in the COVID-19 theme category and Dua in the Interdependence theme category. The students created their projects under the guidance and tutelage of Minnesauke art teacher Christine Sacco last spring. All were honored during a virtual Zoom ceremony in mid-September. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155084 Thu, 24 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155084 Superintendent's Message - Sept. 22 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155082 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155082 Seniors Named Semifinalists in National Scholarship Competition Seven Ward Melville High School seniors have been named semifinalists in the 66th annual National Merit Scholarship Program this fall. These academically talented high school seniors are among the approximately 16,000 students that will now continue in the competition for some 7,600 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $30 million, which will be offered next spring. Over 1.5 million juniors in about 21,000 high schools entered the 2021 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2019 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT), which served as an initial screen of program entrants. The nationwide pool of semifinalists, representing less than 1% of U.S. high school seniors, includes the highest-scoring entrants in each state. The number of semifinalists in a state is proportional to the state’s percentage of the national total of graduating seniors. To be considered for a Merit Scholarship award, semifinalists must fulfill several requirements to advance to the finalist level of the competition. The student and school must submit a detailed scholarship application, including information about the semifinalist’s academic record, participation in school and community activities, demonstrated leadership abilities, employment, and honors and awards received. Additionally, the student must have an outstanding academic record throughout high school, be endorsed and recommended by a high school official, and write an essay. From the approximately 16,000 semifinalists, about 15,000 are expected to advance to the finalist level. Congratulations to the Ward Melville seniors who earned this prestigious honor: Rebecca Blumenthal Cynthia Chen Neil Mehta Samara Silverman Elizabeth Star Nancy Zhong Julia Zhu http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155081 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155081 Open Letter to Section XI re: Fall Sports http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155080 Fri, 18 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155080 Census Information and Remind – Deadline Sept. 30 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155079 Fri, 18 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155079 BOE Meeting Public Notice - September 16 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155078 Wed, 16 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155078 Remember, Reflect and Honor Ward Melville High School once again helped to honor Patriot Day this Sept. 11 by creating a beautiful flag display in front of the school building. This event has become a time-honored and breathtaking tradition at the school and annually serves as a visual reminder of the importance of reflecting upon this historic day. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155075 Fri, 11 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155075 Welcome Back! The district eagerly welcomed our students and staff back for the first day of the 2020-21 school year on Sept. 8. While the day included a few new procedures, all were happy to be reunited with friends and back in the school building. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155074 Wed, 09 Sep 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155074 Summer 2020 Newsletter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155724 Thu, 27 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155724 2020-2021 Three Village School Calendar Please be advised, the events included in this PDF are subject to change based on current guidelines/procedures. Please be sure to visit our main online calendar for the most up to date information about events and activities within the district. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155725 Thu, 27 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155725 Reminder on Travel Restrictions and School Attendance As the start of the 2020-21 school year approaches, please be reminded that any individual returning to New York from a travel location having met the metrics to qualify for inclusion on Governor Cuomo’s travel advisory list will be required to complete the mandatory 14 day quarantine period before they are permitted to attend school. This requirement applies to students, staff and any families in our district. It is in place statewide to help significantly reduce the chance of community spread of COVID-19. Please be sure to reference the Governor’s listing on the state website (https://www.ny.gov/) often, as states are regularly added and removed based on latest information. Thank you for your cooperation with this important requirement. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155723 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155723 Additional Information Concerning the Recent Mailing of the Notification of Rights Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act & Opting out of Directory Info Many of you have asked what does it mean when a parent opts out of “Directory Information.” Although parents have always had the right to opt out of having their child(ren)’s directory information released, the new requirement that we mail home a “Notification of Rights Under The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act” as well as the “Objection to Release of Directory Information Designation” has caused a stir in our community. Previously, our District Calendar contained the FERPA information (see pages 36-38 of the 2019-2020 calendar). So what is the impact of opting out? In short, opting out prevents certain directory information from being shared. This would include such things as the child’s name or photograph on team rosters, yearbooks, playbills for school plays and musicals, newspaper listings, college recruitment or scholarship material, class directories, etc. This opt out prevents the school or district from releasing this directory information to other parties outside of the school or district. It does not prevent the school or district from releasing directory information for testing or educationally mandated services or activities. Opting out also does not prevent schools or the district from disclosing information to others for legitimate educational interests. In addition, opting out also does not mean that parents are opting their child(ren) from remote learning and any live streaming. In the past we have received only a small handful of requests to opt out and we have not had any issues. Parents do not need an opt out to protect confidential student records as FERPA prohibits the District from disclosing this information without the consent of parents. The only difference that we see now is the requirement that the information to opt out of the release of directory information be mailed home to each family. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155722 Tue, 25 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155722 Code of Conduct and Student Handbook Code of Conduct for Parents & Students http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155721 Mon, 24 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155721 Revised BOE Meeting Public Notice - August 26 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155720 Fri, 21 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155720 Notice of BOE Information Forum - August 12 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155718 Fri, 07 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155718 Technology Inspires Student’s Philanthropic Project Arrowhead Elementary School Class of 2020 sixth grade graduate James-Henry Parkinson has been combining his love of technology with a desire to give back to those on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Boy Scout and budding philanthropist has been using his 3D printer to print face shields for nurses, doctors, EMT workers, the New York City Fire Department, New York Police Department officers and others since March, a project that was inspired by his uncle who is a Long Island nurse and was in need of PPE. For several months, JP, as he is often called, printed face shields around the clock, waking up in the middle of the night to switch prints. He began by testing different prototypes and eventually settled on one that took about three hours to make each shield. Once printed, JP and his nine-year-old brother, John, assembled each face shield by adding foam (for comfort), a headband and Velcro, and attached a plastic transparency sheet to each one. JP funded the project largely through his own resources, but was grateful to receive some donations from family and friends along the way. To date, JP has shipped face shields all over the country – New Jersey, New York, Ohio and even South Dakota. Nurses and doctors in several New York hospitals are using them – Good Samaritan, Long Island Jewish, Mather, New York-Presbyterian, North Shore Manhasset, Peconic and Stony Brook. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155717 Wed, 05 Aug 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155717 Parent Survey Results & Superintendent's Message http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155716 Fri, 24 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155716 SACC Registration available through August 7 Click here for program & registration details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155715 Thu, 23 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155715 High Honors for Ward Melville High School Ward Melville High School has been recognized by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA) as a 2019-2020 Scholar-Athlete School of Distinction and Excellence winner. The application initiated by Kevin Finnerty qualified for this prestigious recognition and will be receiving the award honoring our scholar-athletes and teams sometime in the fall. Below is the official announcement from NYSPHAA. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155714 Wed, 22 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155714 A Special Send-Off for Ward Melville Seniors The resilient Ward Melville High School Class of 2020 officially marked the end of their journey through the Three Village Central School District in a unique way, as the district hosted 11 separate graduation ceremonies throughout the weekend of July 18-19. Observing social distancing guidelines and wearing masks when within six feet of individuals other than their family members, the ceremonies featured many traditional graduation aspects and provided families with the chance to celebrate this momentous milestone. Each ceremony began with a recorded version of “Pomp and Circumstance” followed by an in-person performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” by graduating senior Jordan Amato. Class of 2020 Valedictorian William Sun and Salutatorian Matthew Fiorella delivered eloquent commencement speeches during each of the 11 ceremonies, imparting words of wisdom and collective sentiments about their hope for the future. “We are at a peak of ambition and aspiration; we are all seeking to maximize our potential, (and) how we choose to capitalize on this moment will determine the brightness of more than just our own future,” Matthew said. “More than any other generation, we know that taking small steps in large amounts can overcome large barriers,” William added. “If we take small steps to improve ourselves, we can better our lives and the lives of others instead of waiting around for the one person to solve our problems. … As an upcoming class of empowered youth, we don’t need to sit around and feel powerless. We don’t need to define ourselves by what we don’t have but can define ourselves by what we can have. We, not just a few of us but all of us, can change the world.” During the ceremonies, Class of 2020 Student Government President Sarah Thornton announced that this year’s class gift would be a new tree, bench and rock inscribed with a quote at the front part of the school lawn, symbolizing the class’ continued growth and strength. In addition, Principal William Bernhard presented his congratulatory address in the form of a letter penned fictitiously by the graduates almost 50 years in the future meant as a reflection on this pivotal time in history and all of the potential that lay ahead. Before ceremoniously turning their tassels with the help of Student Government Representative Jennifer Barnett and tossing their graduation caps into the summer air, each graduate was individually called to the podium to receive their diploma. Each was celebrated with rounds of applause and then was able to take a commemorative photo while observing social distancing guidelines. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155712 Tue, 21 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155712 Three Village Community Rallies to Restock Food Pantry Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and stretching well into the summer, the Three Village Central School District community at large has come together in remarkable ways to help support those in need of assistance. Most recently, after learning that the supply at the district’s food pantry, which has served thousands of food items since mid-March, was depleted, the district received a swell of donations to restock the shelves in the pantry. “Our community is one that truly embraces the notion of lending a helping hand, and we have been overwhelmed by the support our residents have extended,” Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich said. “On behalf of my colleagues and, most importantly, the families that our pantry serves, I extend my deepest, heartfelt thank-you to all who have contributed. We could not do this important work without your support, and please know we are forever grateful for it.” As a reminder, the food pantry remains open throughout the summer and is located at the North Country Administrative Center. It is run by appointment only and families can call 631-730-4010 to schedule a visit. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155713 Tue, 21 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155713 Brookhaven Art & Music's Summer Music 2020 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155711 Wed, 15 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155711 Paint the Town - Green and Gold Help us surprise our Class of 2020 with this beautiful tribute! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155710 Mon, 13 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155710 Board Begins New Year The Three Village Central School District Board of Education officially commenced the start of the 2020-21 school year during its reorganizational meeting on July 8. During the meeting, reelected trustees Inger Germano, Irene Gische and Dr. Jeffrey Kerman were sworn in and began their new three-year terms of office. In addition, Ms. Germano was elected to serve as the new president of the Board of Education, Ms. Gische was reappointed to serve as the Board vice president and Deanna Bavlnka was appointed as the District Clerk Pro-Tem. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155709 Fri, 10 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155709 Letter from the Superintendent - July 8, 2020 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155708 Wed, 08 Jul 2020 22:00:00 GMT false155708 Notice of Board Reorganizational Meeting - July 8, 2020 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155707 Thu, 02 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155707 Message from Senator Schumer to the WMHS Class of 2020 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155706 Wed, 01 Jul 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155706 School Re-Opening Task Force Click here for more information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155705 Tue, 30 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155705 Celebrating the Move Up to High School P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Junior High Schools did not miss the opportunity to honor and celebrate this year’s ninth grade classes’ traditional passage from junior high to high school students this June as they hosted creative moving-up celebrations, mindful of social distancing guidelines. Students and proud families arrived at the schools in decorated cars and drove through the front entrance of the school, where they were greeted by building administration and presented with their moving-up day certificates and individual awards. Many of the buildings’ teachers lined walkways and held signs, waving and extending their congratulations to the students as they passed by. While the ceremonies differed from those of the past, they were focused on the same core message: celebrating the students and helping to mark this momentous milestone. Gelinas Pictures Murphy Pictures http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155703 Mon, 29 Jun 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155703 Celebrating Their First Year Three Village’s youngest students – the pre-K Class of 2020 – were honored for completing the first part of their educational journey in special ways this June. At Arrowhead, the teachers and school staff hosted a drive-through car parade for the students. Proud family members decorated their cars with special signs, and the students received a special treat from their teachers before being officially promoted to kindergarten! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155699 Mon, 29 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155699 Songs Shared Virtually Nassakeag Elementary School students had an uplifting and inspirational experience during distance learning when they attended a virtual assembly program with singer-songwriter Jared Campbell. The event was done in a livestream setting, so students and staff had the ability to interact, sing along, comment and even request songs throughout the event. The focus of the program was on strong character skills, friendship and hope. The event was a great way to bring the school together, while staying apart. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155700 Mon, 29 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155700 Ward Melville Student Places Second in Environmental Contest Ward Melville High School rising senior Kaitlyn Ehlers placed second in the 2019-2020 Solution for Pollution competition supported by the New York State Sea Grant and sponsored by the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. The competition called for high school students to submit concepts for reducing trash in the nation’s waterways and beaches, in particular the Long Island Sound and associated harbors. The goal was to create cost-effective methods to return waterways to a trash-free sea. As a second-place winner, Kaitlyn was presented with a $300 reward. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155701 Mon, 29 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155701 Young Authors Teach Others During the time of distance learning, kindergarten students in Jen Giambalvo’s class at Arrowhead Elementary School kept busy through a variety of hands on educational activities. Throughout the time, they put pencil to paper to create their own how-to books and sharpened their literacy and artistic skills by creating cards for essential workers, as well as documented their work through fun videos they shared with their classmates. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155702 Mon, 29 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155702 Board of Education Meeting Agenda - June 29, 2020 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155704 Mon, 29 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155704 Notice of Special Board Meeting - June 29, 2020 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155698 Fri, 26 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155698 Summer Enrichment Program – Registration begins Monday, June 29! Click here for program details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155695 Thu, 25 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155695 June 24 BOE Meeting Public Notice http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155697 Tue, 23 Jun 2020 21:00:00 GMT false155697 Three Village Musical Theatre Company Summer Program! TVMTC will run a summer program beginning Monday, July 6 for 4 weeks. Please see below for additional details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155696 Tue, 23 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155696 Three Village Summer Recreation Program Summer Recreation Program Information and Registration http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155694 Thu, 18 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155694 Budget Results - Budget Passes! Thank you! 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Click here to enjoy! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155691 Mon, 15 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155691 Superintendent’s End of Year Message http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155692 Mon, 15 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155692 Ballot Canvassing - June 16 Ballots for the 2020 Budget Vote and School Board Election will be canvassed after 5:00 p.m. on June 16, 2020. As per the Governor's Executive Order No. 202.26, the general public will not be permitted to be present. Canvassing of the votes will be streamed live and can be accessed here http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155690 Fri, 12 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155690 Video Message to Our Seniors http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155689 Thu, 11 Jun 2020 15:14:00 GMT false155689 Ward Melville Honors Top Two in Class of 2020 After 13 years of hard work, dedication and perseverance, Ward Melville High School seniors William Sun and Matthew Fiorella have been named the Class of 2020 valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively. Throughout their time in the district, both stellar students amassed impressive lists of accolades and honors. William, who has chosen to attend Brown University next fall, had a strong focus on math and science during his time at Ward Melville High School. He was a member of the Ward Melville High School varsity Science Olympiad team and earned multiple state and national medals for his performance. He was also the president of the school’s math team and computer science club. Additionally, he was a Science and Math Research participant, qualified for the International Science and Engineering Fair, and won a silver medal at the Long Island math research competition. Musically speaking, William was the director, creator and manager for the Piano for Patients organization, and he played piano and violin in the school’s ensembles. He was named an All-State pianist, qualified as an All-State alternative for violin, and toured in Spain and Eastern Europe in eighth and 10th grade, respectively, through the Metropolitan Youth Orchestra. William was named a National Merit Scholarship winner in 2020. Matthew was an equally impressive scholar at Ward Melville. He was the president of the Junior Model UN, was a member of the National and Spanish honor societies and was named a National Merit finalist. Matthew was also a member of the school’s band, sitting as first alto saxophone and president of the wind ensemble. Outside of school, Matthew completed an internship at biotechnology startup Vascular Simulations, worked as a coach for the Three Village Youth Basketball organization and took part in the Sports Arena basketball team. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155687 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155687 The Ward Melville 2020 Senior Video http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155688 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155688 A Parade of Pride as Ward Melville Celebrates Seniors In colorfully decorated cars, trucks and vans, the members of the Ward Melville High School Class of 2020 kicked off the last month of their senior year during a commemorative parade in late May held in the school’s front bus circle. Escorted by proud family members, the students remained in their cars as they paraded through the parking lot, receiving cheers and words of praise from the teachers and staff remaining socially distant on the grounds. The event was filled with music performed by district teachers and included a grand entrance featuring the American flag, which was set up thanks to the Setauket Fire Department. The parade was highlighted on News 12 too! Click here to watch! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154507 Fri, 05 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false154507 President’s Volunteer Service Awards Please enjoy the videos below celebrating this year’s honorees: Elementary Junior High High School http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154506 Thu, 04 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false154506 Absentee Ballot Procedures http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154505 Tue, 02 Jun 2020 04:00:00 GMT false154505 Notice Regarding Annual Budget Vote and School Board Election http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154504 Fri, 29 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false154504 Letter to the Community - May 28, 2020 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154502 Thu, 28 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false154502 VIDEO: Thank You Essential Workers - Love, Murphy Student Government Members of the Murphy Student Government made signs thanking the Essential Workers for healing, protecting and keeping us supplied in these difficult times. They made this video to share their love and gratitude. Three members also expressed their love through music, singing and playing Lean On Me, featured in the video. Enjoy! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154503 Wed, 27 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false154503 2020-2021 Budget Information Click here to visit the Budget page http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154501 Wed, 27 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false154501 Meet The Candidates Night The Three Village Joint Council of PTAs will host an online Meet The Candidates event on Monday June 1. At 6:45 p.m., Assistant Superintendent Jeffrey Carlson will give an overview of the proposed Three Village 2020-21 School Budget. At 7:00 p.m., the six candidates running for three seats on the Board of Education will have an opportunity to introduce themselves and their plans for the future of the district, and answer questions submitted by community members. To submit a question for the candidates, please email mtc3v2020@gmail.com no later than Friday 5.29.20. All questions will be reviewed and selected in advance. To join the Zoom meeting, log into https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89575800553 on 6.1.20. (In case the link does not work, the Meeting ID is 895 7580 0553.) No password is needed. No advance registration is required. Spectators are asked to kindly keep themselves muted throughout the session. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154500 Tue, 26 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false154500 Ward Melville CAMERATA and ALUMNI Perform (Linda Contino, Director & Ben Fogarty WM '19 Sound and Video Editor) – As Seen on News 12 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155359 Tue, 19 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155359 Alone Together To learn more, please visit https://www.alonetogethercovid-19.com/ http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155358 Mon, 18 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155358 Ward Melville High School Graduation Plan Featured on NBC News http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155356 Thu, 14 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155356 Virtual Food Drive Click here! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155355 Wed, 13 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155355 Update Regarding 2020 School Budget Vote Pursuant to the Governor’s Executive Order 202.26, the annual budget vote and school board election has been scheduled for June 9, 2020, and will be held by absentee ballot only. The public hearing on this year’s proposed budget will be held remotely on May 27, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. Information on how to access the hearing will be posted on the District website at www.threevillagecsd.org. All qualified voters of the Three Village Central School District will be sent an absentee ballot together with a postage-paid return envelope and instructions for completing the same. To be counted, all completed absentee ballots must be received in the Office of the District Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on June 9, 2020. A qualified voter is a person who is a citizen of the United States, at least eighteen years of age, a resident of the District for at least 30 days prior to the date of the election, and who is not otherwise ineligible to vote under the provisions of section 5-106 of the Election Law (e.g. a person who has been adjudged to be mentally incompetent by a court). In light of the limitations posed by COVID-19, there will be no in-person voter registration held at school district offices prior to the June 9, 2020 vote. If you are not currently registered to vote, registration with the County Board of Elections is available online through the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles website at https://dmv.ny.gov/more-info/electronic-voter-registration-application. Those wishing to register online must do so by May 26, 2020. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155352 Tue, 12 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155352 Message from the Superintendent - May 12, 2020 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155353 Tue, 12 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155353 Virtual Workshop: Teens and Screens During COVID-19 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155287 Mon, 11 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155287 Thank you to Our Amazing Teachers! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155286 Wed, 06 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155286 NOTICE REGARDING SCHOOL BOARD ELECTION Based on Executive Order 202.26 issued by the Governor, the date for the Budget Vote and School Board Election has been set for June 9, 2020. Candidates for the school board must submit a petition for office at least 30 days prior to the election. This means that petitions are due in the office of the District Clerk by May 11, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. The need for signatures has been eliminated, but the petition must still indicate the name and address of the candidate and the vacancy for which the candidate is nominated. As our candidates run at large and not for specific seats, petitions should indicate “Office of Member of the Board of Education of the Three Village Central School District”. Petitions may be dropped off with the Security Officer at the North Country Administrative Center, 100 Suffolk Avenue, Stony Brook, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., mailed to the attention of the District Clerk to 100 Suffolk Avenue, Stony Brook NY 11790, or submitted via e-mail to ksampogn@3villagecsd.org. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155284 Mon, 04 May 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155284 May 6 Board Meeting Notice http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155285 Mon, 04 May 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155285 VIDEO: Three Village Music Teachers Perform Let It Be http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155283 Thu, 30 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155283 3V Update - April 30, 2020 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155282 Thu, 30 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155282 Spring Into Art & Technology - Virtual Gallery Exhibit Spring into Art & Technology 2020 Elementary Spring Art Show Gelinas & Murphy Spring Show WM Spring Art & Technology Show http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155281 Fri, 24 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155281 Message from the Student Government http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155280 Tue, 21 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155280 Notice of April 22 Board Meeting http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155279 Fri, 17 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155279 Children and Screentime Webinar - April 28 Children and Screens will host a virtual series of workshops of interdisciplinaryexperts for parents on the topic of “Children and Screens During COVID-19” via Zoom. The first e-convening will focus on early childhood (0-5) and will take place on Tuesday, April 28th at noon EST. Dr. Dimitri Christakis, Editor in Chief of JAMA Pediatrics and Director of the Center for Child Health, Behavior and Development at Seattle Children’s Research Institute will moderate this workshop. Panelists include: Pediatrician Dr. John Hutton, Director of the Reading & Literacy Discovery Center at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Researcher Dr. Brandon McDaniel,Research Scientist at Parkview Mirro Center for Research & Innovation Media and child development expert Dr. Ellen Wartella, Sheik Hamad bin Kalifa Al-thani Professor of Communication Studies and Director of the Center on Media and Human Development at Northwestern University Goals of the virtual workshop include: Providing parents and educators with actionable information and practical tips to keep in mind with regard to screen use during this developmental period Examining the potential short-term and long-term impacts that the pandemic could have on online screen use Answering specific questions from parents about how much and what kind of media to allow their young children to use, and in what contexts Helping parents discover new ways to engage in on- and off-screen activities with their children to support lifelong healthy habits Anyone who is interested in joining can RSVP here:https://us04web.zoom.us/webinar/register/7315867918941/WN_aSX5rBAqTe6GS5Nb1RPjFg <!-- /* Font Definitions */ @font-face {font-family:Wingdings; panose-1:5 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0; mso-font-charset:2; mso-generic-font-family:decorative; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:3 268435456 0 0 -2147483647 0;} @font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"; panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:roman; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-536870145 1107305727 0 0 415 0;} @font-face {font-family:Calibri; panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:swiss; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-536859905 -1073732485 9 0 511 0;} /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;} .MsoChpDefault {mso-style-type:export-only; mso-default-props:yes; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;}size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.WordSection1 {page:WordSection1;}mso-level-number-format:bullet; mso-level-text:; mso-level-tab-stop:4.5in; mso-level-number-position:left; text-indent:-.25in; mso-ansi-font-size:10.0pt; font-family:Wingdings;} ol {margin-bottom:0in;} ul {margin-bottom:0in;} http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155278 Thu, 16 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155278 Update Regarding 2020 School Budget Vote In accordance with Executive Order issued by Governor Cuomo, the annual school budget vote for the 2020-21 school year has been postponed until at least June 1, 2020. Deadlines for community-submitted petitions and Board elections has also been postponed. Furthermore, prospective candidates looking to run for the school board are advised that the need to obtain in-person signatures on nominating petitions has been suspended. The district will provide further information about this matter, including the new date for the budget/trustee election, when it becomes available. For now, please know that the district is following the guidelines established by the state. <!-- /* Font Definitions */ @font-face {font-family:"Cambria Math"; panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:roman; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-536870145 1107305727 0 0 415 0;} @font-face {font-family:Calibri; panose-1:2 15 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:swiss; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-536859905 -1073732485 9 0 511 0;} @font-face {font-family:Cambria; panose-1:2 4 5 3 5 4 6 3 2 4; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:roman; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:-536870145 1073743103 0 0 415 0;} /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-unhide:no; mso-style-qformat:yes; mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;} .MsoChpDefault {mso-style-type:export-only; mso-default-props:yes; font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif; mso-ascii-font-family:Calibri; mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-hansi-font-family:Calibri; mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family:"Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;}size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.0in 1.0in 1.0in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.WordSection1 {page:WordSection1;} http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155277 Wed, 15 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155277 Resources from the PPS Team - Social Emotional Resources Please visit the link below! https://sites.google.com/3villagecsd.org/3village-pps-resources/home http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155276 Thu, 09 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155276 Food Pantry The district-operated Food Pantry is open Monday-Friday from 8:30am to 2:00pm and is located at North Country Administrative Center (one the Northside of the building). It is run by appointment only. Please call 631-730-4010 to schedule a visit. Thank you to all that are helping. Anyone interested in donating, please know we are currently accepting donations and gift cards. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155274 Fri, 03 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155274 Virtual Food Drive! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155275 Fri, 03 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155275 April 1st is Census Day Click here for an important reminder! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155272 Wed, 01 Apr 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155272 DAYCARE IS LIMITED ONLY TO THOSE PARENTS THAT RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION E-MAIL!! Only those parents that received a confirmation e-mail are eligible for the daycare program on Monday. Please do not show up on Monday if you have not received this email. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155271 Sat, 28 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155271 COVID-19 Information & Resources Click Here for More Information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155270 Fri, 27 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155270 Video Message from the Superintendent Click here to watch the video http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155273 Thu, 26 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155273 Update on School Closure - March 26 Please be advised, we understand that many families have questions with regard to if schools will be closed beyond the April 1 previously announced return date. At this time, the district is awaiting updated direction from the NY State Education Department or official order from the Governor. Once any updated information is released please know that the district will communicate and update our families as quickly as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding during these times. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155268 Thu, 26 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155268 Message From the Superintendent - March 26 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155269 Wed, 25 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155269 Grab and Go Meal Information Please follow this link regarding the Grab and Go Meal program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155267 Tue, 24 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155267 NYSED & Public TV Expand Remote Learning During School Closure State Education Department and New York's Public Television Stations Announce Expanded Remote Learning During Statewide School Closure Local Public Media Channels to Broadcast Educational Content for Pre-K to 12th Grade New RemoteContinuity of Learning ResourcesWebsite Launches The New York State Education Department and New York's nine public television stations announced today that expanded educational resources and "Learn-at-Home" programming is now available for all of New York's students in response to school closings across the state. In addition, NYSED has launched a dedicated website featuring remotecontinuity of learningresources to provide districts and teachers with increased options. Students from prekindergarten through 12th Grade will have access to PBS educational programming every weekday starting Monday, March 23rdon-air. These efforts will help ensure that all students can "Learn-at-Home", whether they have a computer or broadband at home. "As we adapt to the ever-evolving situation around COVID-19, we're seeing heroic efforts by educators and parents to ensure that children have equitable access to home-learning," Board of Regents Chancellor Betty A. Rosa said. "Our partners at PBS have once again stepped up to provide easily accessible, high-quality educational resources for New York students and I encourage educators and parents to make use of these additional resources." "PBS has a long history of supporting teachers, parents and, most of all, children through its excellent educational programming and we're proud to support and recommend these resources during the unprecedented school closures," Interim Commissioner Shannon Tahoe said. "It's crucial that we limit learning loss during this time as much as possible and these free instruction and learning resources offer ideas and inspiration for parents and educators across the state." "Online learning is not an option for a lot of kids at home because they lack access to broadband or a laptop," said Bill McColgan, Chair of the Association of Public Broadcasting Stations of New York. "That's why we are ensuring that all kids can access this at-home learning via our free, over-the-air broadcasts." PBS to Broadcast Educational Content for Pre-K Through 12thGrade All nine public television stations in New York are providing "Learn-at-Home" enrichment for students through their broadcast stations and increased online educational resources. Pre-K and young learners can still watch familiar shows likeSesame Street.Elementary student broadcast schedules include trusted programs likeWild Kratts, Peg + Cat,andCyberchase. Middle school and high school programming include shows likeNova, History Detectives,andShakespeare Uncovered.As always, many additional programs are also available to stream on the free PBS Video and PBS KIDS Video apps. Since every PBS station in New York has multiple digital channels, programming will be available for young children (PreK to 4th Grade) and older children (5th to 12th Grade) on different digital channels. They can be viewed for free over-the-air with a television antenna or on cable. "PBS ensures that its content is not only engaging, but aligned to state and national learning standards, so parents can feel comfortable knowing it's going to reinforce what has been taught,"said Rachel Friedman, a Suffolk County teacher. "I am so glad that PBS is providing this so quickly in this crisis." Parents and educators should check local listings for their local public television stations for additional information on schedules and channel lineup.You can find your local PBS station by using thePBS Station Finder. Local stations will also provide more specific educational information and resources developed in conjunction with local school districts, BOCES, parents, and teachers. New York's educators and parents can continue to access free educational resources that supplement and augment learning on the website, PBSLearningMedia.org. PBS LearningMedia provides original digital content and supplemental viewing guides for on-air programming that assist in learning. New special collections have been created for each grade level to make it easy for parents and teachers to select appropriate content if they are new to using the service. Webinars and online support materials have already been taking place and will continue to help educators make use of PBS LearningMedia as a distance learning tool. For more information, please visit your local station: WNED- Buffalo WXXI- Rochester WCNY- Syracuse WSKG- Binghamton WPBS- Watertown Mountain Lake PBS- Plattsburgh WMHT- Albany/Troy WNET- New York City WLIW- Long Island Remote Instruction and Continuity of Learning Resources Website NYSED's remoteContinuity of Learning Resources websiteis live now and includes options and examples of technology and non-technology-based resources for districts and schools, as they develop distance learning plans for students during closure due to the Novel Coronavirus. Among many other resources, this new site features lists of digital content to enhance distance learning in a dozen subject areas including early learning, English Language Arts (ELA), Math, Physical Education, Science, Social Studies and Special Education. Educators will also find digital tools to assist in communicating with students and families and creating engaging instructional opportunities for students. NYSED's site also provides non-technological suggestions for schools and parents to consider when planning for continuity of learning. There are many ways students can continue learning that do not require access to a computing device. NYSED will continue to update and add resources to this dedicated website as they become available. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155265 Sat, 21 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155265 NYS Suspends Elementary and Intermediate Level State Assessments http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155266 Sat, 21 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155266 IMPORTANT NOTICE!! NYS Office of Child and Family Services TVCSD Emergency Reservation Form for Child Care Services For Emergency Responders and Essential Services Providers **Both of these forms are Mandatory!!** Click here for the online District survey Click here for required NYS form http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155261 Fri, 20 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155261 IMPORTANT NOTICE!! NYS Office of Child and Family Services TVCSD Emergency Reservation Form for Child Care Services For Emergency Responders and Essential Services Providers **Both of these forms areMandatory!!** Click here for the online District survey Click here for required NYS form http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155264 Fri, 20 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155264 Community Update Letter - March 20 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155262 Fri, 20 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155262 IMPORTANT NOTICE!! NYS Office of Child and Family Services TVCSD Emergency Reservation Form for Child Care Services For Emergency Responders and Essential Services Providers **Both of these forms areMandatory!!** Click here for the online District survey Click here for required NYS form http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155263 Thu, 19 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155263 THE HARRY CHAPIN REGIONAL FOOD BANK RESPONDS TO CORONAVIRUS COVID 19 PROVIDING ASSISTANCE TO THE COMMUNITY DURING ITS IMPACT http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155258 Wed, 18 Mar 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155258 Superintendent's Message - March 17 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155257 Tue, 17 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155257 Altice (Optimum) Brings Free Broadband to K-12 and College Students During Pandemic Altice USA Brings Free Broadband to K-12 and College Students During Coronavirus Pandemic http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155171 Mon, 16 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155171 Grab and Go Meal Program Will meals be available for children receiving the Free or Reduced Price program? Pre-packaged breakfast and lunch will be available for children of families in need during this difficult time. We encourage participation of all Three Village students currently eligible for our Free and Reduced Price meal program. Applications are accepted throughout the year, anyone can apply at any time. What is the designated pickup location? Ward Melville High School will be the mealpick up location. Please use the north entrance and proceed to the rear of the building. Security staff will be present to provide directions. When will the meal distribution begin? Meal distribution will begin on Thursday, March 19 and will consist of breakfast and lunch for Thursday and Friday. Meals can be picked up between the hours of 10:00 AM and 11:30 AM. Pick up for the week of March 23 will be on Monday, March 23 and Wednesday, March 25 from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Monday pick up will include food for Monday and Tuesday. Wednesday’s pick up will be for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. What will be included in the meals? Breakfast will consist of items such as cereal, milk, fruit and yogurt. Lunch will contain a sandwich, fruit, vegetable, and milk. Depending on availability, we may expand to hot food, or frozen meals that can be heated at home. We appreciate any feedback and suggestions you may have. Who can I contact? 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We are continuing to make tuning changes to the environment to support a significant increase in traffic and will be closely monitoring our systems. We apologize for any issues this may have caused and hope to have services fullyrestoredsoon. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155260 Mon, 16 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155260 Athletics Update - March 15, 2020 All Junior HS, JV, & Varsity athletic practices are cancelled while school is closed 3/14-3/29. At this time, all scrimmages and games are postponed until April 3rd per Section XI. The District may change plans as new information is obtained from NYS Dept of Health, CDC, Section XI, & NYSPHSAA. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155170 Sun, 15 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155170 Three Village Community Swim Cancelled Through April 15 **UPDATE TO THREE VILLAGE COMMUNITY SWIM** EFFECTIVE TODAY, MARCH 13 THREE VILLAGE COMMUNITY SWIM IS CANCELLED AND WILL REMAIN CANCELLED THROUGH WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15. THE DISTRICT WILL EVALUATE THE HEALTH SITUATION AT THAT TIME AND A DECISION WILL BE MADE ON FUTURE CLASSES FOR THE SPRING SEASON. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155169 Fri, 13 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155169 Schools Closed March 16-31 Earlierthis afternoonthe Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone ordered that all K-12 schools in the county close for a two week period in order to help mitigate the spread of the Coronavirus. As such, the Three Village School District will now be closedfrom Monday, March 16-Tuesday, March 31.The District will be communicating with our families and staff with regard to updated information during this time period. Please know, this is a rapidly changing situation and we will continue to keep you apprised of any new developments to the best of our abilities. You can expect further details regarding our closing in the days and weeks to come. Wishing you and your families the very best. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155167 Fri, 13 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155167 March 18 Board Meeting Cancelled http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155168 Fri, 13 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155168 FIRST Robotics Competition Cancelled http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155165 Tue, 10 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155165 All SCMEA Rehearsals and Concerts Have Been Cancelled http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155166 Tue, 10 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155166 NYS Science Olympiad Competition Information – Cancelled http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155164 Mon, 09 Mar 2020 04:00:00 GMT false155164 Coronavirus Information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154831 Fri, 06 Mar 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154831 RCM Musical Pippin - To Be Rescheduled More information to follow on the new date for the performances. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155163 Fri, 06 Mar 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155163 Lessons Over Lunch With Visiting Scientist The P.J. Gelinas Junior High School science department once again offered students the opportunity to listen to and learn from authentic scientists as part of the school’s Lunch with a Scientist program. The most recent event, which was attended by more than 60 seventh grade students, featured guest speaker and Stony Brook University professor Dr. Arianna Maffei. A neuroscientist at Stony Brook, Dr. Maffei’s research examines how the brain reacts when we learn something new. The goal of her lab is to unveil how different experiences modify the connectivity and excitability of neuronal circuits and how these changes subsequently affect behavior. At Gelinas, Dr. Maffei focused her discussion on taste and the brain, which fit nicely with the Lunch with a Scientist theme. She reviewed how the taste receptors within the human mouth transmit information to the brain. This led to a review of the taste map on the tongue and within the mouth. She expanded this to how the brain associates these tastes with certain emotions to build long-term memories. Students were able to make connections with foods they have eaten which led to different experiences and preferences. Dr. Maffei also brought models of a human head with removable brain and other prepared samples to look at in hand and under magnification. Some of these microscope slides were created by a Ward Melville High School student who prepared them for a research project. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155160 Thu, 05 Mar 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155160 Celebrating Culture and Languages P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools celebrated World Language Week this January through a series of hands-on and interactive activities. Students at both buildings took part in trivia, commercial and poster contests, and were audibly transported to foreign lands as they listened to the French, Italian and Spanish music played over the loudspeakers during passing time. Traveling exhibits showcasing artwork made by Michelangelo, Monet and Picasso was displayed in both buildings. Also, more than 400 attended this year’s joint Gelinas/Murphy International Night, which included authentic dishes and musical performances. In addition to the in-school activities, representatives from the two junior high schools visited district elementary schools to teach mini-lessons to the buildings’ sixth graders. The lessons helped to introduce the elementary students to the languages they will have the chance to study next year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155158 Wed, 04 Mar 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155158 Three Village Summer Recreation and Travel Camp Information Please click here for Summer Recreation and Travel Camp Information for Summer 2020. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155162 Wed, 04 Mar 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155162 Science Bowl Teams Compete R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Science Bowl teams participated in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Regional Middle School Science Bowl Competition at Brookhaven National Laboratory this winter and took home several impressive honors. During the academic competition, Murphy was represented by two teams of students. Both groups were challenged to answer questions on scientific topics in earth science, physical science, life science, math and general science. As a result of their performance, Murphy’s A Team won third place overall and Murphy’s B Team won two out of the four games in their division. The A team was comprised of eighth graders Michael Melikyan, Michaelangelo Scialabba, Kevin Shi and Rithik Sogal. The alternate on the team was seventh grader Jayden Chandool. The B Team included seventh graders Marley Layden, Jack Mitrani, Athulya Santhosh and Yuxi Tai. Special thanks to Brookhaven National Laboratory for sharing some photos from the competition! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155159 Wed, 04 Mar 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155159 Supporting Australia Minnesauke Elementary School students worked to bridge the distance between East Setauket and Australia this winter as they conducted several community service projects to aid the country deeply affected by the harsh wildfires. Third graders worked to help the Australian animals by participating in a charity readathon. Receiving pledges from family and friends, the students cuddled up with their pets or stuffed animals, pretending they were an Australian animal, and read to raise money. Collectively, the grade level raised $1,662.45. In a project dubbed “Operation Hope for Australia,” fifth graders in Kate Hunter’s class completed extra chores around their houses to raise funds for a startup action plan. The students used the collected funds to purchase supplies to make friendship bracelets in red, white and blue – the national colors of both the United States and Australia. Each bracelet included a 3D-printed charm, designed and printed using the Tinkercad software in the school’s STEM lab with the help of teacher Sean Dowling. Ms. Hunter’s class marketed the bracelets in the cafeteria and sold them to friends and teachers. The class collected more than $1,159 for the Australian Red Cross, which they sent overseas along with several of the completed bracelets to show their support. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155156 Tue, 03 Mar 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155156 Under the Big Top W.S. Mount Elementary School students became ringleaders and went under the big top as they took part in a funfilled circus unit in their physical education classes. With the help of their teachers and representatives from the National Circus Project, the students learned how to juggle and perform with devil sticks, Chinese yoyos and even spin plates on oversized sticks. Additionally, one of the favorite tricks they learned was how to walk on stilts, which required advanced balancing, hand-eye coordination and mobility skills. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155157 Tue, 03 Mar 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155157 Brushing Up on Dental Hygiene In honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month, Arrowhead Elementary School prekindergarten classes brushed up on proper dental hygiene techniques with the help of a visiting hygienist from Kiddsmiles Pediatric Dentistry. During the workshop, the students discussed the importance of steering clear of sugary drinks and candy, as well as ensuring that individuals brush for two minutes, two times a day and floss regularly. Tammy, the hygienist, also used an oversized puppet to further demonstrate the technique as well as demonstrate what a traditional visit to the dentist includes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155154 Mon, 02 Mar 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155154 2020 Census Information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154837 Mon, 02 Mar 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154837 Breakfast With the Justice In keeping with their commitment to learning, the Three Village Mock Trial team welcomed recently retired New York State Supreme Court Justice Peter Mayer to practice with them in February and to have authentic conversations about the criminal justice system. During the workshop, Justice Mayer discussed criminal procedure, evidentiary issues and other important aspects of arguing a criminal case. Students spent time asking the justice challenging questions about their own case for 2020. Senior captain Maya Jamdar presented Justice Mayer with one of the team’s signature T-shirts at the end of practice and named him an honorary member. The “mockers,” as the members of the team call themselves, are off to a great competition, with a 2-0 start, and are looking forward to the rest of the season. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155155 Mon, 02 Mar 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155155 Namaste Nassakeag Elementary School’s Wellness Club has been focused on learning techniques for staying free from stress and strategies for leading a healthy lifestyle. Most recently, the club made “breathing buddies” and visited younger classmates to read picture books about handing stress. After the readings they shared the “buddies” they created and participated in a yoga session. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155152 Fri, 28 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155152 Honoring Literary Scholars Five junior high school students from the Three Village Central School District were celebrated for their outstanding writing skills this winter as they were named Scholastic Writing Regional Award winners in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards contest sponsored by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers. This year’s honorees include R.C. Murphy Junior High School students: Melody Wang – Gold Key for Poetry: “Your Marionette” Charley Du – Silver Key for Flash Fiction: “A Body Named Martin” Sammi Feil – Silver Key for Flash Fiction: “1 Prisoner” Ava Tam – Honorable Mention for Personal Essay and Memoir: “A Musical Realization” As well as P.J. Gelinas Junior High School ninth grader: Ava Della Pietra – Gold Key for her Personal Essay and Memoir: “Then and Now” As Gold Key winners, Melody and Ava will now advance to the national competition, where their original works will be judged based on three criteria: originality, technical skill and emergence of a personal vision or voice. National awards will be announced in March. Since 1923 the Scholastic Awards have recognized some of America’s most celebrated artists when they were teenagers. Past honorees include Stephen King, Joyce Carol Oats, Andy Warhol and Charles White. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155153 Fri, 28 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155153 Teens Train in Lifesaving Techniques In accordance with Three Village’s proactive approach to safety and security, Ward Melville High School students recently took part in a Department of Homeland Security program called Stop the Bleed. District staff members have been trained in this lifesaving program over the past few years, and Ward Melville became the first high school in New York State to train all students this February. Through the program, which included curricula adjusted by the district physical education and health staff, students learned and practiced lifesaving techniques and strategies to enhance an individual’s survival if severely injured. Members of the security team assisted in the hands-on training portion of the program. This included how to properly apply tourniquets as well as dress and pack a wound. Throughout the workshop, the presenters stressed the importance of acting quickly during an emergency and how to secure a situation until trained medical responders arrive. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155151 Thu, 27 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155151 VIDEO: Chopped Art http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155031 Thu, 27 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155031 Ward Melville Teacher Presents Nationally Ward Melville High School world languages teacher Melissa Quiros recently lent her expertise and shared best practices during the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages’ 2019 Annual Convention and World Languages Expo conference in Washington, D.C., where she delivered a presentation entitled “The Global Classroom: Intercultural Communication Through Cinema.” The presentation supported the council’s initiative of focusing on cultural competency versus language proficiency in the instruction of world languages. She demonstrated how using film/cinema in the classroom can achieve cultural competency and highlighted the Plural+ youth video organization as a source to obtain materials for classroom instruction. Plural+ is a joint venture of the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and the International Organization for Migration. In preparation for her presentation, she introduced her students to Plural+ which resulted in the creation of the video “Acceptance Has No Language.” This video, relating to social awareness and diversity, was produced in its entirety by students in Ward Melville’s French Honor Society. It is currently in the final editing stage and will be submitted to Plural+ at the end of the school year. Ms. Quiros has been a member of American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages for the past five years and serves as secretary of the Cinema Special Interest Group. She believes the annual conference is important for professional growth as it allows the sharing of ideas and resources for teachers and increases their knowledge and awareness of national standards. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155039 Thu, 27 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155039 Spreading Kindness Nassakeag Elementary School students worked to spread kindness, compassion and smiles this February through a series of activities and events. The Student Council organized a fundraiser sale of colorful and sweet Valentine’s Day treats to help raise funds to purchase a new adjustable basketball hoop for the school playground. The creations were sold during lunch times, and each donation will be helpful in reaching the council’s goal. Additionally, the students created surprise personalized paper heart valentines for each student, faculty and staff member at the school. The creations were put on display throughout the hallways in the school. In what has become a tradition at the school, second grade classes and their older class buddies created Valentine’s Day boxes filled with treats and toiletries for the INN soup kitchen. The classes made approximately 85 boxes. The students involved were from the following classes: Mrs. Cominsky, Miss Lange, Mrs. Sperry, Mr. Stecker, Ms. Larsen, and Mr. Whitehead. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155038 Wed, 26 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155038 P.S. Minnesauke Loves You Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff helped to mark the 10th anniversary of P.S. I Love You Day this February in a number of colorful ways. Students created purple paper handprints in the shape of the sign language signal of “I Love You” and inscribed them with meaningful words of advice and encouragement. Individuals also wore and decorated the halls of the school in purple, which is the official color associated with the initiative. P.S. I Love You Day was created to help bring awareness to the importance of mental health and decrease bullying. It is celebrated on the second Friday in February by hundreds of individuals, all banding together to foster kindness and a welcoming environment. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155037 Wed, 26 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155037 Science Olympiad Team Advances to State Contest Ward Melville High School’s talented varsity Science Olympiad team recently competed in the Eastern Long Island Regional Tournament, the largest regional competition in New York State, and placed first out of 52 competing teams. As the tournament champions, Ward Melville has qualified to compete in the New York State Tournament in Syracuse, New York, on March 13-14. Ward Melville was represented by three teams at the tournament, the first-place varsity team and two junior varsity teams. The varsity team placed in the top three in 18 out of 23 events at the regional competition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155036 Tue, 25 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155036 Honoring Students and Staff The district’s Board of Education took time out during its February meeting to honor several students and staff members for myriad superlative actions. Setauket Elementary School sixth grader Lily Rosengard and her classmates were honored for their efforts to aid animals in Australia. After learning about the effects the wildfires were having on orphaned kangaroos, koalas and other marsupials, Lily and members of the student council helped to raise funds, collect materials and sew joey pouches to help nurture the animals. After experiencing a collective winning season, several Ward Melville High School student athletes and staff members were individually honored for their athletic talents. Senior football player Kieran McGinley was honored for earning the Golden 11 Award from the National Football Foundation. This award is given to the top 11 football scholar-athletes in Suffolk County. Caila Low was honored for earning the Exceptional Senior Award from the Suffolk County Volleyball Coaches Association. This award is given to the single top scholar-athlete in Suffolk County. Junior varsity girls volleyball coach Leah Jantzen and varsity coach Haley Blunt were celebrated for receiving Coach of the Year awards from the Suffolk County Volleyball Coaches Association. Students Kira Kronenberg and Jade Eggleston were honored as state qualifiers in tennis, and girls varsity swim team members Jessica Chen, Kaitlyn Ehlers, Riley Gavigan, Hannah Lin and Isabel Xu were honored as state qualifiers. Girls varsity cross-country coach Tom Youngs was honored for winning Cross-Country Coach of the Year not only by the Cross-Country Coaches Association but also by Newsday. Additionally, seven runners – Abigail Dimaculangan, Oliva Ebenstein, Briana Grant, Victoria Laguerre, Amanda Probst, Emma Rathburn and Julia Stafford – were honored for qualifying for the New York State championship and placing sixth in the entire state. Lastly, several Ward Melville High School students – Nicole De Lucia (first place), Benjamin Dombroff (first place), Mia Schoolman (second place) and Elyas Masrour (third place) – were celebrated for being named winners in the Sidewalks for Safety video contest. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155035 Tue, 25 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155035 Ward Melville DECA Team Earns State Bid During Regionals Ward Melville DECA team members recently competed in the regional DECA competition at the Ammerman Campus of Suffolk County Community College and emerged victorious, with 28 students qualifying to compete at the state level in Rochester, New York, at the end of February. DECA prepares emerging student leaders and entrepreneurs for real-world applications in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. These foundation skills are essential building blocks for successful career paths in our student’s futures. During the regional event, students participated in 28 events and placed in 19 events. “Our DECA chapter works extremely hard and are excellent competitors at every level of competition,” said advisers Ilene Littman and Matthew Baumann. “Ward Melville has an award-winning business club that has advanced to the national and international levels for 18 consecutive years through our FBLA and DECA chapters.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155032 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 06:00:00 GMT false155032 Wreaths Strung Together With Kindness Three Village pre-K students across the district joined together on a community service project aimed at spreading love and kindness to others this February. With the help of their teachers, the students created handmade paper wreaths for the residents of Jefferson’s Ferry nursing home in Setauket. Each wreath, like the artists that created them, was unique and colorfully decorated with hearts and embellishments and glued together with love. The completed projects were delivered just in time for Valentine’s Day. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155033 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155033 Filling Bowls With Thousands of Donations Elementary schools across the Three Village Central School District took part in a spirited Soup-er Bowl of Caring competition this winter that supported Blessings in a Backpack, a charity that sends meals home to school-age children in need of food over weekends while not able to receive lunch at school. Over the course of a week, students and staff donated cans and packages of soup, each working to be the building that collected the greatest number of donations. Together all five schools collected over 7, 500 donations, and Nassakeag was crowned the competition winner, having collected 3,215 items alone! As the winning school, Nassakeag was awarded a “soup-er” trophy which will be displayed in the lobby of the building. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155034 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155034 VIDEO: Arrowhead Dances for Dezy http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155030 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155030 Arrowhead Kindergarteners Foster Kindness To help celebrate the Great Kindness Challenge Week, Ms. Connolly's Kindergartners met with Ms. McDowell's Pre-K class. They shared snack time and worked together to create special friendship bracelets. Future visits, will allow for the Pre-K students to visit Kindergarten. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155161 Fri, 21 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155161 2020-2021 School Calendar Summary Now Available http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155029 Thu, 13 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155029 STEM Summer Camp 2020 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154844 Wed, 12 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154844 Working on Wellness Minnesauke Elementary School students are developing healthy habits as they work on personal wellness goals through their participation in an after-school wellness club facilitated by school social worker Leia Woodruff. Open to the building’s fourth through sixth graders, the club has been meeting after school since October to forge lifelong healthy attributes. They have worked together to create stress balls, talk about ways to alleviate stress, sketched self-esteem portraits and created worry boxes. The program is being funded through a grant secured by K-6 Chairperson for Health and Physical Education Christina Driscoll and the Office of School and Community Partnerships. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154843 Mon, 10 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154843 Stress-Free Activities Mount Up W.S. Mount Elementary School students have been practicing mental and physical wellness activities through in-class and outside initiatives. From lessons on kindness, positivity and mindfulness to taking in the beauty of the outdoors on walks through the Mount Nature Preserve, the students are learning important, lifelong skills for coping, and strategies for destressing and decompressing. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154841 Fri, 07 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154841 Adopting Positive New Habits Setauket Elementary School fifth grade students in Christine Beck’s class worked on positive affirmations and goal setting during a recent growth mindset lesson. As a kickoff to the new year, the students wrote down 20 ways they are working to adopt new positive habits. Examples included working to improve their writing, read more often, take more time to exercise and exhibit kindness regularly. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154842 Fri, 07 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154842 Learning Erupts at Setauket Setauket Elementary School second and fourth grade students learned about the science behind volcano eruptions during a lab related to their study on processes that shape the Earth and Earth systems, respectively. With the help of their teachers, science teacher Sarah Doepp and science lab teacher assistant Janet Morseman, students used simple materials to replicate a volcano and then mixed ingredients to simulate a volcanic eruption. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154839 Thu, 06 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154839 New Team Emerges Victorious In its inaugural year, two members of the newly formed Comsewogue/Ward Melville combined boys varsity team, 10th grader Steven Orland and seventh grader Bradyn Brogan, have raised the bar in the athletic world and earned top honors. Bradyn won the doubles Section XI singles/double tournament and Steven won the singles tournament. By winning, Steven has automatically qualified for the state All-Star Team. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154840 Thu, 06 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154840 Grade 7-12 Second Quarter Report Cards Available on the Portal The 2nd quarter report cards for students in grades 7-12 are now available in the Campus Portal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154838 Thu, 06 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154838 New! Arrowhead Encourages Family Time During Family Connect Nights One night each month is designated as a homework-free night and no tests are scheduled the following day. Families are encouraged to spend their extra free time together and to share their photos for the website. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154836 Mon, 03 Feb 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154836 2020 Spring Adult Continuing Education Newsletter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154835 Thu, 30 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154835 Teen Dating: Violence, Awareness and Prevention Month Workshops For more information about these Town of Brookhaven events, please visit: https://www.brookhavenny.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=2029 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154834 Thu, 30 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154834 Town Sponsored Substance Abuse Education Workshop for Parents Thursday, Feb. 13, 2020 Click the link below for details. https://www.brookhavenny.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=2027 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154833 Wed, 29 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154833 VIDEO: Throwing Athletic Strikes http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154832 Tue, 28 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154832 Promoting Healthy Decisions Ward Melville High School’s Students Against Destructive Decisions Club has been busy this year promoting wellness and the importance of making healthy choices on a daily basis. The group has hosted guest speakers on the topic and was integral in the building’s informative Red Ribbon Week campaign to promote a drug- and alcohol-free lifestyle. This winter, the club is teaming up with the National Road Safety Foundation to create a two-minute video submission for a #DrivingSkills101 Challenge. For the competition, the students are working to explain how to successfully navigate merges while driving and illustrating the obstacles they might encounter during this type of situation. Winning submissions in the contest will be recognized at the 2020 SADD National Conference in St. Louis, Missouri. The winning chapter will be awarded $2,000 and have their PSA idea professionally produced by an Emmy-winning producer and broadcast on over 150 TV stations nationwide. Additionally, the top 10 chapter finalists will each win $250. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154829 Mon, 27 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154829 Drumming Up Healthy Activities Setauket Elementary School students are taking part in a new wellness initiative within their physical education classes this month. The “Drum Fitness” unit is a combination of cardiovascular endurance, dance and rhythms while drumming on a fitness ball with drum sticks. The students are having a great time drumming along to their favorite songs while increasing their cardiovascular fitness. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154830 Mon, 27 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154830 Exploring Careers and Examining Future Options Ward Melville High School and the Three Village Industry Advisory Board, also known as 3V-IAB, hosted the second annual career fair event in the Ward Melville cafeteria in early January, giving students the chance to explore future professions. This year’s innovative theme was “Growth Careers on Long Island.” During the event, junior high and high school students and their parents learned more about expanding career fields on Long Island to help them make more informed choices selecting potential college majors and career paths. To make this a fun and interesting experience for all, an informative “career DNA” online personality quiz QR code was provided to students in their respective schools in advance of the event. Students took the quiz and were provided with color-coded results that they used to help easily navigate businesses at the event in a fun and personalized way. “Last year, the Three Village Industry Advisory Board had a very successful launch year,” said teacher Ilene Littman, who was instrumental in planning the event. “This year, we were thrilled to introduce our students to local career opportunities with our ‘Growth Careers on Long Island.’ Over 35 Long Island businesses were in attendance, representing specific occupations in health care, business/technology and the trades at this exciting event.” This event was designed to support Three Village students in identifying and matching their own personality traits with potential careers that are growing locally and that will be viable opportunities to enter professions uniquely suited to them. Businesspeople at the career fair informed students about their own personal journeys, provided tips on how to enter specific occupations and helped students find clarity and direction for their future. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154827 Fri, 24 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154827 Running Records Ward Melville High School’s girls winter track 4x4 relay team qualified for the elite New York Road Runners Millrose Games. This is the fifth year in a row for Ward Melville, a record as no other team has accomplished this in Suffolk County track history. The Millrose Games is the world’s longest-running and most prestigious indoor track and field competition. This year’s games will be held on Feb. 8. Ward Melville’s team is comprised of Briana Grant, Victoria Laguerre, Elizabeth Radke and Emma Rathburn and is coached by JP Dion and Tom Youngs. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154828 Fri, 24 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154828 Creating Buzz-Worthy Attention R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh and eighth grade students worked to polish their linguistic skills as they took part in the building’s annual school spelling bee this January. After classroom bees, a cohort of students were selected to take part in a schoolwide contest. After several challenging rounds, seventh grader Madeena Jalili emerged as the first-place winner after correctly spelling the word diplopia. This year’s runners-up at Murphy were eighth graders Rithik Sagal (second place) and Vincent Vinciguerra (third place). In a new feature this year, two students from the school will be able to compete in the Long Island Regional Scripps Spelling Bee qualifying round. The district wishes Madeena and Rithik best of luck as they advance to the next level! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154825 Thu, 23 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154825 Encouraging Resilient Behaviors Ward Melville High School students are focusing on the importance of self-care this January through an initiative created by the school’s counseling center and guidance department. Colorful and informative posters have been hung throughout the school highlighting various tips to improve one’s mental and physical health during stressful times. These tips encourage such behaviors as mindfulness activities, proper nutrition and ways to decompress. In addition, as many midterms and other exams are held during the month of January, other posters include ways to improve study skills and destress when preparing for the exams. Each month the counseling center focuses on a different topic geared toward student wellness and overall health. February will include informative presentations about relationship safety. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154826 Thu, 23 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154826 Focusing on Staying Focused Arrowhead and Setauket Elementary School students are learning how to develop strong social and emotional character skills through hands-on lessons facilitated with the support of the school’s building psychologists. Through a needs assessment from the staff, student brainstorming and data from the behaviors related sections on the report card, the schools have established and facilitated activities to promote the growth of well-rounded students not only academically, but socially and emotionally. Lessons relate to student wellness topics such as emotion recognition, managing stress in school, attention control and listening with one’s whole body. Teachers participate in discussions/activities along with the psychologists to help relate the information to their current class content and ensure carryover after push-in lessons end. One of the recent projects involved students defining what it looks like to be focused in class and then categorizing pictures to note if the images showed focused or nonfocused students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154824 Wed, 22 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154824 Alumni Return to Share Advice Ward Melville High School students were given valuable advice from nearly 30 graduates who returned to the school to participate in this year’s Alumni Day program. Current Ward Melville juniors and seniors visited the LGI throughout the day to hear from the alumni, who are attending 22 different colleges and universities. The discussion covered topics such as the application process, majors, roommate selection and adjustment to college life. As Jeffrey Casey, a freshman at Cornell University, said, “Ward Melville is a difficult high school. When you go to college, you will find that jump is a lot less than your classmates at college [had to make]. And that is a good thing!” Albert Tian, a freshman at Berkeley, commented, “Ward Melville prepared me really well academically. We offer a ton of really great classes, and I never realized that until I got to college and spoke to other students.” Jared Gozinsky, a sophomore at George Washington University, advised, “As a student, you need to think about what you want to be and how you can make it work, because you are going to figure out quickly what’s best for you. Once you do, it will be an amazing four years.” “Each year we get more and more alumni asking to return, and that is what makes the program run so well,” stated Jennifer Sheppard, guidance counselor and organizer of the program. “I am truly grateful to the students and staff that are so supportive of this day. It is also tremendous to see the wonderful adventures our graduates are embarking upon.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154823 Wed, 22 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154823 Tuning in to Wellness P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students are focusing on personal wellness as part of a “Tune in Tuesdays” weekly wellness group run by Pam Roberts, school social worker, and Lori Eisenhardt, guidance counselor. The focus of the group is for students to learn about self-care, personal wellness and stress management, and engage in meaningful discussion. The group has been meeting every Tuesday during ninth grade lunch and is open to all students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154821 Tue, 21 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154821 A Golden Patriot Ward Melville High School football all-star Kieran McGinley has been awarded the Golden 11 award from the National Football Foundation as one of the top 11 football scholar-athletes in Suffolk County. This is the third year in a row a Ward Melville football player has earned this award. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154822 Tue, 21 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154822 Pre-K Enrollment for 2020-2021 Applications for the 2020-2021 Pre-K program are available on the Pre-K webpage. Application are due Feb. 24th. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154820 Fri, 17 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154820 Adolescent THC Guest Speaker http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154819 Thu, 16 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154819 Additional Awards for Yearbook Staff Ward Melville High School’s 2019 yearbook continues to garner top honors for the exceptional artistic talents of its creators. Most recently, the edition called “Current” was awarded five Quill and Scroll Yearbook Excellence awards. Quill and Scroll is a high school journalism honor society that strives to “encourage, support and recognize individual student initiative and achievement in scholastic journalism,” according to its website. Judges of the Yearbook Excellence awards, who consisted of professional journalists and graphic designers as well as retired Hall of Fame yearbook advisers, selected 206 national winners. The following were the honorees from Ward Melville High School: Camryn Zezelic (senior) won first place for her academics division photograph. Faith Garcia (alumna) won first and second place in two spread design categories. Grace Boyle (alumna) received an honorable mention for her spread design. Kayla Zorn (alumna) received an honorable mention for her spread design. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154558 Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154558 Better Understanding Meal Compositions Ward Melville High School students enrolled in the Critical Health Issues class taught by Maureen Kost recently applied their knowledge of nutrient information and the USDA recommendations to determine the health value of common fast food restaurant items. All fast food restaurants are required to supply the consumer with nutrition information for their standard menu items. Students were able to choose menu items from local fast food restaurants such as Chick-fil-A, Five Guys, McDonald’s, Panera, Taco Bell and Tropical Smoothie. They then discussed how often they look at the nutrition labels in restaurants, why food labels are important and if the availability of that information makes a difference in their food choices. After the discussion, the students were given supplies (salt, sugar, Crisco shortening to act as fat, teaspoons, plate and worksheet for conversions) to see just how many teaspoons of fat, sugar and salt were in their meals. Students dished out the teaspoons of fat, sugar and salt onto a plate, and were surprised when some meal options required a second plate. They then examined why too much fast food can contribute to health problems and identified ways to make healthier food choices even when they are eating out. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154557 Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154557 Health Think Tank: Vaping Series-Part I Vaping Nicotine Linked To Increased Risk Of Chronic Lung Disease If you are a student who needs help to quit vaping, please go down to guidance or the Counseling Center to talk to one of the following people: Murphy: Michelle Virga: 631-730-4840 Gelinas: Ms. Pam Roberts: 631-730-4745 Ward Melville: Ms. Alison Herschaft: 631-730-4976 Ms. Diana Gott: 631-730-4915 Ms. Glenda Gregory: 631-730-4917 Please check back in a few weeks for an updated podcast. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154817 Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154817 Setauket STEM Teacher Recognized as "Bright Light" Setauket Elementary School STEM teacher, Gina Varacchi was recognized at the annual ASSET Bright Light conference on January 9 in East Islip. ASSET (Association of Suffolk Supervisors of Educational Technology) recognizes teacher leaders, administrators or support staff from their member districts for their extraordinary contributions to integrating technology in our schools. Congratulations Gina and thank you for all you do for our students! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154818 Wed, 15 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154818 Update on Three Village School Start Time Study As a follow-up to the December school start time presentation by the Superintendent of Schools and Deputy Superintendent and at the request of the Board of Education, the Three Village Central School District has established a special School Start Time Committee. The members of this group represent stakeholders in the community, including parents, teachers, administrators and high school students. In addition to examining the district’s current school start times, the new committee has been charged with discussing any feasible changes that may benefit students’ overall health and wellness. They will also examine both the positive and negative impacts that any proposed changes may bring. The committee’s work will not be limited to the options presented in December; rather, they will use those options as a preliminary springboard for future discussions. In addition to the work of the committee, the district will be conducting focus groups and sending out surveys to solicit feedback from the broader community. Please be assured that at this point, no decision has been made regarding school start times, nor is there a consensus on how to proceed in the future. The committee will be holding their first meeting in early February, and updates regarding their work will be shared on the district’s website under the new “Start Time Committee” tab located under the District dropdown menu. All residents are encouraged to visit this section often for updates. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154559 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 21:00:00 GMT false154559 Professional Actor Inspires Ward Melville Students Ward Melville High School students had the chance to hear from a professional in the acting business during a recent program with Larry Saperstein, who plays Big Red in the new Disney+ show, “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.” During the event, which was organized by the school’s Key Club and their advisers, Kathryn Fenigstein and Annette Goldberg, Larry spoke about his past experiences and the thrill of being cast in a new hit show. In keeping with the Key Club’s theme of focusing on mental health, Larry also shared how he has worked to overcome challenges in life and the supports that he has in place, both personally and professionally. Additionally, he hosted a brief and candid Q&A session with those that were in attendance. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154555 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154555 Running Miles, Creating Memories Setauket Elementary School third through sixth grade students ran hundreds of miles this fall as part of their participation in the school’s running club. Seventy-two students took part in the initiative and met from October through December on Thursdays after school to run for 60 minutes each session. Recording their progress along the way, many students ran three or more miles each session, and each club member ran enough miles to cumulatively count as a full marathon. As such, each was awarded a medal from the New York Road Runners. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154556 Tue, 14 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154556 Decorating Doors for Donations Ward Melville High School students and staff helped to raise hundreds of dollars as part of a door decorating contest organized by the building’s Key Club. For a $5 donation, individuals were invited to decorate various doors around the school for the holidays. All proceeds raised were gifted to the counseling center for families in need for the holidays. In the spirit of the competition, the doors were judged by the school’s administration and awards were given based on the following categories: Holiday Spirit, Most Outlandish, Most Technical and Originality. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154554 Mon, 13 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154554 Stellar Math Scholar at Nassakeag Nassakeag Elementary School sixth grader Yuming Su has been named the first-place winner in the AMC 8 Math Contest, having scored in the top 5% nationally. The AMC 8 is a 25-question, 40-minute, multiple-choice examination in middle school mathematics designed to promote the development of problem-solving skills. The AMC 8 provides an opportunity for students to develop positive attitudes towards analytical thinking and mathematics that can assist in future careers. Students apply classroom skills to unique problem-solving challenges in a low-stress and friendly environment. The material covered on the AMC 8 includes topics from a typical middle school mathematics curriculum, which is impressive as Yuming is still in elementary school. Possible topics include but are not limited to counting and probability; estimation; proportional reasoning; elementary geometry, including the Pythagorean Theorem; spatial visualization; everyday applications; and reading and interpreting graphs and tables. In addition, some questions involve linear or quadratic functions and equations, coordinate geometry and other topics traditionally covered in a beginning algebra course. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154553 Mon, 13 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154553 Regeneron Scholars Out of a pool of close to 2,000 applicants, Ward Melville High School seniors Jordan Klein and Mariam Quraishi have been named two of the select Scholars in the 2020 Regeneron Science Talent Search. Jordan was selected for his project, “Prevalence of Tick-Borne Diseases in Fire Island Deer Ticks,” while Mariam was honored for her project, “The Effect of Sibling Status of Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder on Symptom Severity and Social Development.” Both students worked with professional mentors in their respective fields and completed their projects as part of the district’s InSTAR science research program. Three hundred high school seniors from 49 states and one U.S. territory were chosen from the first round of competition and will receive $2,000 for the honor. Each school also will get $2,000 per honoree. Forty of the 300 Scholars will become Regeneron finalists, which will be announced on Jan. 22. If chosen as a finalist, the students will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., from March 5-11, where they will compete for more than $1.8 million in awards, including the top prize of $250,000. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154551 Thu, 09 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154551 Town Substance Abuse Education Workshop for Parents – Jan. 28 Click here for details - https://www.brookhavenny.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=1759 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154552 Thu, 09 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154552 Three Village’s County Hall of Fame Inductee Three Village Central School District former educator and leader in the world of athletics Dr. H. Jean Berger will be inducted, posthumously, into the Suffolk County Sports Hall of Fame on May 26 at the Watermill in Smithtown. Dr. H. Jean Berger, along with fellow 2020 inductees Ruth Gracey (Port Jefferson), Anna McKeever Kress (Sayville) and Jeannette Rogers (Babylon), will be inducted as the four female trailblazers and pioneers who were instrumental in developing and organizing the Suffolk County Girls Athletic Association in 1949, 23 years prior to the historic Title IX legislation. It was their persistence, dedication and vision which created opportunities for girls to play sports within Suffolk County. These women were legendary advocates for sports equality for girls, and their impact will forever be felt in Suffolk County athletics. Residents, past colleagues and friends of Dr. Berger are invited to contact Michele Dougherty (dougirish1@aol.com) for more information about the induction ceremony. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154550 Wed, 08 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false154550 Math Accolades Add Up R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth grader Benjamin Wu and seventh grader Oliver Wu have been accepted to the Institute of Creative Problem Solving for Gifted and Talented Students at SUNY College at Old Westbury. These students are among 85 students who will pursue the study of mathematics and its applications. To qualify for this honor, the 85 students that were selected for the institute’s three divisions competed against approximately 550 of the top-ranking students recommended by educators from public and private schools on Long Island. Selection by the institute implies that a student is among the top one-tenth of 1% in math of all students on Long Island in his or her grade. Acceptances were based on four criteria: school transcript, teacher recommendation, a brief statement written by the student and a rigorous entrance exam. The curriculum covers mathematical topics of algebra, geometry, discrete math and number theory, in addition to topics not included in the standard courses of study. These topics include problem-solving applied to probability, theory of finite differences, science applications and mass point geometry. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155221 Mon, 06 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155221 Increasing Fun at Recess at Nassakeag As a result of a Shared Decision Making Team initiative, Nassakeag Elementary School recently hosted a ribbon cutting celebration to officially unveil the building’s new indoor recess room. The space, which was created based on input from students, will be accessible to classes on a rotating basis on the days when weather does not permit students to go outside for recess. The room is filled with numerous activity stations. From a large Connect 4 game to puzzles and Lego stations, the space has something for everyone to enjoy. Comfortable furniture also helps to create a welcoming atmosphere. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155222 Mon, 06 Jan 2020 05:00:00 GMT false155222 Best in Show Scholarship Winner Ward Melville High School senior Corrine Ange was awarded a $500 scholarship from Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty for her artwork that was part of a month-long gallery exhibit. Community members visited the gallery at the Stony Brook office and voted on the piece of art they felt deserved to be best in show. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155219 Fri, 20 Dec 2019 06:00:00 GMT false155219 Giving Thanks to Volunteer Three Village Central School District security personnel are always ready to lend a hand to someone in need and recently one member of the team – Thomas Robinson – extended his experience to help several individuals in need following a car accident on Nicolls Road. In honor of his quick call to action and lifesaving techniques, the Board of Education commended Mr. Robinson and presented him with a commemorative certificate of appreciation during a recent meeting. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155220 Fri, 20 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155220 ‘Traveling the World’ to Learn Holiday Traditions Nassakeag Elementary School second-grade classes traveled around the globe as they learned about different traditions and customs as part of their Holidays Around the World activity. After boarding an imaginary airplane, the classes rotated between classrooms to learn about countries such as Ecuador, Germany, Holland, Italy, Mexico and Norway. Within each classroom, the students created crafts based on something traditional to that region. Each time they completed a task they received a stamp in their “passport” or on their “suitcase.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155218 Fri, 20 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155218 Cinderella Takes the Stage Ward Melville High School student performers transported audiences to a magical kingdom from long ago where fairytales come true as they took to the stage this December to perform the beloved musical “Cinderella.” After months of preparation and rehearsals, the show debuted to packed audiences of all ages and featured a number of beautiful songs. As Cinderella transformed from a young woman forced into servitude to one who reached her dream of a better life, audiences were entertained by the cast of comedic characters, including townspeople, a royal family, a wicked stepfamily and even several small animals, including mice, a cat and a loyal pup. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155216 Thu, 19 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155216 Holiday Mini Golf Nassakeag Elementary School’s gymnasium was transformed into a multihole golf course as part of the physical education annual Holiday Mini Golf Event. During their physical education classes, students rotated through the different stations, each of which included tricks and holiday decorations. The event is one that students look forward to each year and helps to put all in the holiday spirit. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155217 Thu, 19 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155217 Jumping for Heart Health Qualifying students at Nassakeag Elementary School recently took part in the American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge. As part of the district’s Physical Education curriculum, teachers Jeanne Lalima and Christopher LaRochelle taught students the skill of jumping during their class sessions. Following this unit, students had to qualify by jumping consecutively for five minutes to enter the competition. Sixty students from fourth through sixth grade participated in the event and at the end, the two co-champions were fourth graders Robby Kerr and Connor Gutman. The students surpassed last year’s record of 27 minutes and 42 seconds by jumping for 30 straight minutes! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155214 Wed, 18 Dec 2019 06:00:00 GMT false155214 Ward Melville’s HOSA Club Takes on Northwell Health’s Spark! Challenge Members of Ward Melville High School’s HOSA club recently acquired new skills as they took part in the Spark! Challenge, a three-part event comprised of career immersion, PR poster development and a health career presentation, at Northwell Health’s Huntington Hospital. The club members, along with adviser Maureen Kost, participated in this one-day immersion experience designed to highlight STEM-related health care careers. Students were given a unique opportunity to preview clinical and nonclinical career paths through practical and engaging encounters with professionals in the field. Huntington Hospital’s Melissa Karrer organized four stations to explore numerous health careers such as registered nurses, nurse practitioners, surgeons, operating room nurses, scrub nurses, neonatal intensive care OB/GYN, phlebotomy, cell pathologist, respiratory therapist and midwife. In addition, the students had many simulated hands-on experiences, such as placing an IV, intubation, the use of the da Vinci robot for surgery, casting a broken femur, reading X-rays, stopping the bleed, delivering twins, understanding an echocardiogram and learning the FAST stroke signs. As a follow-up to the event, the HOSA club members selected a career to explore and better understand essential skills, such as teamwork and communication, by working together on the event’s Challenge part. This year’s PR poster and career project theme is innovation. Winners of the contest will be awarded in April. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155215 Wed, 18 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155215 Seniors in the Zone at Ward Melville Ward Melville High School seniors Kristin Quinn and Shawn Thomas have been named 2019 Suffolk Zone winners by the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance based on their academic commitments and leadership skills both in and out of the classroom. The students were nominated by physical education teachers Shannon Sioss and Ronald Muscarella, respectively. To be considered for this honor a student must earn an A average or above 90 in their high school physical education and health classes, maintain an overall grade point average of 3.0 at the completion of their junior year and be considered a role model in the school and a leader in physical education and health classes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155213 Wed, 18 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155213 Health Education Teachers Present at State Conference Three Village Central School District health education teachers Kerry Diana, Christina Driscoll and Stephanie Turano were selected to present at the 82nd Annual New York State Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Conference. The team of educators presented a workshop entitled, “Interactive Health! Hands-on Activities That Will Engage and Inspire Your Students.” This was the first time the Three Village Central School District was invited to present. More than 75 people across the state attended the session and the room was at maximum capacity. The feedback on the presentation was extremely positive, and the teachers were invited to present at the next Suffolk Zone Conference. “Our students and staff are so fortunate to have such dedicated professional health educators here in the Three Village Central School District,” said Maureen Kost, secondary coordinating chairperson of health and physical education. “We are so proud of how well they represented the Three Village Central School District, and I am continually in awe of the dedication, passion and effectiveness of the professionals within our health and physical education departments.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155211 Tue, 17 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155211 Gelinas Student Records Christmas Song P.J. Gelinas Junior High School student Ava Della Pietra is well known for her exceptional musical talents, and this winter the world can enjoy her melodic voice, as she has released her first original Christmas song. The song, titled “Christmas Tonight,” was released the week before Thanksgiving and is already gaining widespread attention. In fact, it was featured in Tiger Beat Magazine, the most popular and highly circulated tween magazine in the country, as part of its “Best Holiday Songs of 2019” roundup. Ava was included alongside such well-known artists as Alessia Cara, the Jonas Brothers, Liam Payne and more. This is the first time that the song has been featured by one of the top teen outlets and is a huge break, putting the release on the radar of the magazine’s full editorial staff. To read more and listen to Ava’s song, click the link: https://tigerbeat.com/video/holiday-music/ http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155212 Tue, 17 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155212 Vote For Ward Melville in Grant Competition As a result of the caring acts of some of Ward Melville High School’s athletic teams, Three Village Central School District has been selected to compete in this year’s Team Up for Community challenge. As such, the district has the chance to win several different grants. As the awards are distributed based on community voting on the Team Up site, please visit the link below to help Three Village win! Once you click on the link, you have to scroll through all of the other schools and find Three Village. In order for your vote to count, you must submit an email address and confirm the vote with your email. You may vote once every 24 hours per email address. Link to Vote: https://www.teamup4community.org/l-i-holiday-sports-heroes-video-challenge-2019 The district’s selection into this contest was based on the tremendous fundraising efforts Ward Melville student-athletes did for the DezyStrong Foundation. This organization was created by Long Island native Matt DiStefano, who recently spoke with Ward Melville’s athletes and coaches about his struggles fighting cancer and his new outlook on life and decisions. The students worked to pay the mission of the organization forward as they embraced the “We Get To” mantra and raised money to support those affected by cancer. For more information about the student’s work, please visit: http://www.threevillagecsd.org/news/article.aspx?id=98149 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155210 Mon, 16 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155210 Lessons in Teamwork With the help of a few special visitors, Nassakeag Elementary School fourth and fifth grade students took part in a fun and interactive assembly program based on important character traits. Members of the New York Islanders organization, including team mascot Sparky, spoke with the students about teamwork and sportsmanship, reinforcing the importance of kindness and empathy. The concepts were reinforced as students took part in a team challenge to see who could work together best to suit up in some traditional hockey attire. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155208 Thu, 12 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155208 Career Fair Event - January 6 Ward Melville High School and the Three Village Industry Advisory Board (3V-IAB) will be hosting the 2nd annual career fair event in the Ward Melville cafeteria on Monday, January 6, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. This year’s innovative theme is “Growth Careers on Long Island!” Students and parents of our junior and senior high schools are invited to this exciting event to learn more about the “growing careers” on Long Island to help students make more informed choices for selecting potential college majors and career paths. To make this a fun and interesting experience for all, an informative “career DNA” online personality quiz QR code will be provided to students in their respective schools in advance and on our website. Students can take the quiz and then take a screenshot of their "color-coded" results. These results will enable students to easily navigate businesses at the event in a fun and personalized way! This event was designed to support Three Village students in identifying their own personality traits with potential careers of interest that are growing locally and will be viable opportunities when they enter their unique professions. Businesses at the career fair will be informing students of their own personal journeys, providing tips on how to enter specific occupations, and will help students find clarity and direction for their future. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155209 Thu, 12 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155209 County Honors Teen P.J. Gelinas Junior High School ninth grader Joe Nizza was recently honored by the Suffolk County Legislature based on his leadership in helping to raise thousands of dollars for the American Cancer Society and to fund a scholarship for Ward Melville High School graduates. Joe was honored with a proclamation from Kara Hahn for his fundraising efforts in memory of his mother. Last spring, Joseph made a presentation at each of the Gelinas spring concerts and raised donations from the audience. As a result of the community’s generosity, $2,000 was raised for the American Cancer Society and another $8,000 was collected to build a scholarship that will be given to a graduating high school female student who is pursuing a career in a medical field like his mother, who had been a local doctor. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155207 Wed, 11 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155207 Donations Grow Thanks to Helping Hands Local Boy Scout Troop 377, which is comprised of students from Minnesauke Elementary School, R.C. Murphy Junior High School and Ward Melville High School, ran a highly successful food drive this holiday season – a drive that directly benefited district families. The students spent half a weekend collecting food and supplies, an effort that netted more than 730 pounds of nourishment. The donations were given to the Murphy food pantry, which assists families throughout the year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155206 Tue, 10 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155206 Cops Who Care 2019 Food Drive http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155205 Tue, 10 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155205 Baking Biscuits for Furry Friends During a visit with two therapy dogs, Patricia Woods’ sixth grade class at Minnesauke Elementary School learned about the important work the animals do for humans of all ages. The class learned that in addition to their calm and welcoming disposition, the dogs are hard workers, helping their human companions accomplish various tasks. After learning about the role such animals play in individuals’ everyday lives, the students were inspired to undertake a community service project in honor of their furry friends. Working together, they mixed, sifted and stirred batter to make dog biscuits to donate to a local animal shelter. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155203 Mon, 09 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155203 Sex Offender Notification - December 9, 2019 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155204 Mon, 09 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155204 Public Notice: December Board of Education Meeting Click here to read the Board Meeting Notice http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155201 Sat, 07 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155201 Cell Biologists Go Under the Microscope As part of their study on living things, Patricia Woods’ sixth grade class at Minnesauke Elementary School recently took on the role of cell biologists as they studied onion tissue during a hands-on science lab. Before their analysis, the students discussed the differences between plant and animal cells, as well as living and non-living things. They considered the function of the overlapping cell barrier as they made connections between human skin and onion tissue, and they learned key terms such as cell membrane, cytoplasm and cell wall. They also formulated hypotheses on what they thought they would see prior to putting the onion cell slides under magnification. Assisted by Ms. Woods, district elementary science consultant Sarah Doepp and teaching assistant Christina DeSantis, the students then examined a layer of red onion under the microscope. They considered why onion and skin cells are flat and seem to overlap and discussed the benefits of that cellular structure. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155202 Fri, 06 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155202 Flying to Neverland The Three Village Teachers Association together with the Three Village School Administrators Association brought back the tradition of a scholarship show this November. Close to 100 teachers and administrators from across the district gave of their talent and time to learn the lines, songs and choreography for the beloved musical, “Peter Pan” as well as help back stage and during the production. The musical, directed by Anthony Pollera, debuted over several nights and was a tremendous success, raising an astonishing $25,000 in scholarships for Ward Melville students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155198 Thu, 05 Dec 2019 06:00:00 GMT false155198 Engineering Simple Machines Working in small groups, eighth grade students in Jillian Visser’s science classes at R.C. Murphy Junior High School utilized their creativity and engineering skills to complete a Rube Goldberg-style project. The project was named after the American cartoonist, sculptor, author, engineer and inventor best known for his popular cartoons depicting complicated gadgets performing simple tasks in indirect, convoluted ways. It incorporated topics explored during the class’s units of study on simple machines and forces and motion. The students worked collaboratively to research, design and present a machine that accomplishes a simple task. The contraptions that the students designed and constructed were required to use all three laws of motion and incorporate three types of simple machines to accomplish one task. The groups presented their projects upon completion and conducted demonstrations in class. They discussed what they had learned in the design phase, the strengths of their design and the improvements that could enhance it. Additionally, each group shared which design aspects were responsible for the speed of the different sections. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155199 Thu, 05 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155199 Lunch with a Scientist To help students better understand a variety of STEM-related careers and professions, R.C. Murphy Junior High School has initiated a program called “Lunch with a Scientist.” During the first event, the science department welcomed Dr. Sheri Glazer, who spoke with a group of seventh graders about the science of dentistry and the various career options in her field. She discussed how dental science requires a strong understanding of mathematics and biology, beyond the mouth. She also spoke about the different types of dentistry there are and the supportive professionals that assist each dentist. The project tied well into the grade level curriculum, which focuses on life sciences, and the department looks forward to welcoming additional speakers in the future. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155200 Thu, 05 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155200 Honoring Helpers Setauket Elementary School’s student council helped to honor their building’s school related professionals during a special celebration. In recognition of all that the SRPs do at Setauket, the students created candy poppers and delivered them personally to the individuals to show them how much they are appreciated. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155197 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155197 Ward Melville High School’s Yearbook Staff Earns National Acclaim Ward Melville High School’s Invictus yearbook staff captured six awards at the JEA/NSPA National High School Journalism Convention, held Nov. 21-24 in Washington, D.C. Co-sponsored by the Journalism Education Association and the National Scholastic Press Association, the semiannual event is the largest gathering of student journalists and advisors in the country. During the convention, the students participated in hundreds of practical and professional learning sessions and competed for honors in a variety of categories, including writing, design and photography. Congratulations to the following students who were honored: Annie Balocca – Honorable Mention in Yearbook Copy/Caption: Academics Carson DiFede – Honorable Mention in Graphic Design: Infographic Aidan Larsen – Honorable Mention in Newsmagazine Layout Emily Schneider – Superior in Graphic Design: Advertising Jessica Sung – Excellent in Newspaper Layout Riley Wohlars – Honorable Mention in Graphic Design: Logo In addition, Emily Schneider's poster design was chosen by the JEA to promote and represent the JEA Scholastic Journalism Week. This was a national competition in which students from all over the country submitted designs that endeavored to represent the theme "Big Questions, Big Results." According to the JEA, Scholastic Journalism Week "celebrates student journalists who ask important questions about the world around them and thoroughly and accurately convey solid reporting to benefit the audience in a big way." http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154954 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154954 Teaming Up for Equality A team of student activists from P.J. Gelinas, R.C. Murphy and Ward Melville High School worked to bring positive change to the world as they took part in the 2019 ERASE Racism Long Island Leaders of Tomorrow Conference at St. Joseph's College in Patchogue. The Three Village students joined with more than 80 of their peers from throughout Suffolk County to tackle issues of racial equity and justice. ERASE Racism Student Task Force members led a panel discussion about the opportunities they've had to advocate for racial equity and inclusive learning through their participation in the task force. Then, all participated in a question and answer session and spent the afternoon in a series of intensive workshops, where they developed strategic action plans to guide them in implementing the changes they wanted to see. The event culminated with a Gallery Walk, where students were able to view each group's action plan. According to ERASE Racism, “The conference was devoted to educating students on racism and giving students a voice to express themselves so that they could begin the process of initiating change.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154952 Tue, 03 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154952 Celebrating Staff for High Honors The Three Village Central School District Board of Education took time during their November meeting to honor several staff members for their dedication to their craft, as well as exemplary behavior. Kerrin Welch-Pollera, the district’s executive director of instructional technology, was applauded as the recipient of the Fred Podolski Leadership and Innovation in Technology Award. Ms. Welch-Pollera received the award during the Long Island Technology and Education Summit. The late Fred Podolski, for whom the award is named, was a longtime director of curriculum and instruction at Nassau BOCES and a firm believer in the impact that technology can have on student learning. He was also the founder of the summit. Setauket Elementary School teachers Eric Gustafson and Gina Varacchi were named New York State Master Teachers. The Master Teacher program was launched in 2013 in partnership with the State University of New York and Math for America. It seeks to recognize teachers throughout the state who share a passion for their own STEM learning and for collaborating with colleagues to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders. The district now boasts 11 Master Teachers. Across the state, only an approximate 800 educators have received this honor to date. Minnesauke Elementary School lunch monitor Collette Huber was celebrated for her attentiveness, quick thinking and resourcefulness. On Oct. 22, her quick action aided in saving a student who was choking. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154953 Tue, 03 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154953 Creating Thanksgiving Keepsakes Nassakeag Elementary School prekindergartners used their creativity to fashion several Thanksgiving-themed crafts. After learning about the significance of the holiday, the students used craft supplies such as clay and feathers to make replica turkeys, and fashioned Pilgrims and Native Americans out of paper. The completed crafts were displayed in the pre-K wing before being sent home with the students to share with their family and friends. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154622 Mon, 02 Dec 2019 06:00:00 GMT false154622 Gratitude Floats Over Minnesauke Minnesauke Elementary School first grade students put pen to paper to create displays of gratitude in honor of Thanksgiving. With the help of the school librarian, the students wrote down the reasons they are grateful this holiday season, including the people and things for which they are thankful. The lists were individually added to colorful Post-it Notes and affixed to balloons, which were put on display in the main hallway of the building for all to enjoy and admire. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154621 Mon, 02 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154621 Giving in Service for Thanksgiving As a nod to veterans and in honor of Thanksgiving, prekindergarten students from all five elementary schools joined together for a community service project this November. After discussing the meaning behind Veterans Day and how important it is to thank all who protect our country, the students created colorful paper placemats decorated with traditional Thanksgiving ideas. After the placemats were laminated, they were delivered to the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook, just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154951 Mon, 02 Dec 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154951 Supporting the DezyStrong Foundation Ward Melville High School student-athletes are rallying together to help raise funds and awareness for a worthy cause – the DezyStrong Foundation. The organization was created by Long Island native Matt DiStefano, who recently spoke with Ward Melville’s athletes and coaches about his struggles fighting cancer and his new outlook on life and decisions. During the workshop, Mr. DiStafano explained how he is working to face this diagnosis with a positive outlook, rather than becoming consumed with the question “Why me?” “We felt like bringing Matt in to speak about his trials and tribulations, as well as his DezyStrong Foundation, that it would be a great motivator for our student-athletes to recognize how lucky they are that ‘they get to’ [the motto of his foundation],” said field hockey coach Shannon Sioss, who coordinated the workshop. “So often, when we are faced with setbacks or tough news, we give up and question ‘Why me?’ and Matt is a true example of facing the challenge head on while maintaining the never-give-up mentality and motivating all those around him at the same time. He is a true inspiration to us all!” Following the talk, several teams rallied to raise donations for the foundation and similar causes. The field hockey team has raised $1,000 this season, which will be split between the Play for a Cure Foundation and the DezyStrong Foundation. Both organizations are geared towards fighting cancer and helping those affected by this extremely tough disease. The boys volleyball team is continuing to raise money to contribute to the DezyStrong Foundation, and the boys basketball program will be hosting special fundraisers during their Nov. 23 games. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154619 Fri, 22 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154619 Letter to Governor Cuomo, Senator Flanagan and Assemblyman Englebright http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154616 Thu, 21 Nov 2019 12:00:00 GMT false154616 A Ghostly Science Experiment Nassakeag Elementary School sixth graders in Robyn Weinstein’s class participated in an interactive science experiment with their kindergarten buddies in Mrs. Damiano’s class. In the spirit of Halloween, the students combined a little vinegar and baking soda in the water bottles to inflate balloons decorated to look like ghosts. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154618 Thu, 21 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154618 Ward Meville HS Presents Cinderella! Dec. 12-14 Cinderella Ward Melville HS December 12,13, 14 at 7:30, December 14 at 2:00 Tickets available on Myschoolbucks.com until Dec. 1 After that time, please call 631 730-4357 for your orders All seats $20 and general admission http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154620 Thu, 21 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154620 Generating Topography Using Augmented Reality P. J. Gelinas Junior High School Earth Science classes explored the concept of topography using an Augmented Reality Sandbox instrument. The Augmented Reality Sandbox makes use of a Microsoft Kinect 3D sensor to generate powerful simulations and visualizations on a box filled with white sand using a data projector. The resulting ARS allows students to create topography models by shaping real sand, which is then augmented in real time by an elevation color map, topographic contour lines and simulated water. The system teaches concepts such as how to read a topography map, the meaning of contour lines, and determining stream flow, watershed and drainage basins. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154617 Wed, 20 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154617 Saturday Enrichment Registration Extended – New Deadline Nov. 29! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154608 Wed, 20 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154608 Report Cards for Students in Grades 7-12 Now Available First quarter report cards for all secondary students are now available in the Campus Portal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154615 Thu, 14 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154615 Everyone Is a Writer In honor of the National Day of Writing, R.C. Murphy Junior High School and Ward Melville High School students took time out of their days to pause and pen messages of unity, hope and friendship. At Murphy, students created “I am” dialog bubbles with affirmative statements, poems, or graphics during their English classes that align with this year’s Unity Day theme. For example, students were encouraged to write things such as, “I am the person you can always count on” or “I believe in me.” Within the world language classes, students also participated by writing in the language they are studying. The completed dialog bubbles were then displayed in the school cafeteria for all to read. Ward Melville High School’s English classes adorned the hallways with a multitude of messages about unity and friendship. Students shared thoughtful, creative and inspiring words that expressed their beliefs and honored their experiences with others. The event also helped to bring attention to Unity Day, a day devoted to recognizing the great importance of tolerance and unity in our schools. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154614 Sat, 09 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154614 Uniting Together for Unity Week The color orange, kind sayings and collaborative initiatives blanketed the Three Village Central School District as students and staff came together to celebrate this year’s Unity Week at the end of October. At Nassakeag, students celebrated with different theme days, including Start With Hello inspired by the Sandy Hook Promise, Favorite T-shirt and Nobody Plays Alone. On Unity Day, all were encouraged to wear orange – the national color of unity – and perform random acts of kindness throughout the day. Two banners were set up in the building for the students to document and give shoutouts to someone who completed a random act of kindness for them on this day. Post-its were placed on one of the banners throughout the day for everyone to see. W.S. Mount Elementary School created a tree to display how “unbe-leafably” kind the building’s students and staff are on a regular basis. Paper leaves were inscribed with words of wisdom and ways that each can work to make the school, community and world more united. The goal of Unity Week was to “bring together youth, parents, educators, businesses, and community members across the nation to emphasize the message that bullying is not acceptable and that all students deserve to be safe in school, online, and in the community.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154613 Fri, 08 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154613 Teambuilding With Peers To help forge new friendships and a deeper level of comradery, the entire fourth grade at Nassakeag Elementary School met in the mini-gym to participate in a teambuilding activity this October. To begin the program, each student found a partner that they didn’t know well and took part in an icebreaker of “rock, paper, scissors.” Whoever lost became part of the winning team’s cheering squad. The game continued until there was only one team left cheering. They played this game three times. Each time, the students were able to join different teams and cheer for new players. The event was a great way for the fourth graders to meet new people and be welcomed onto a new team. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154612 Thu, 07 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154612 Pledging to Make Good Decisions Symbolizing their commitment to stay drug and alcohol free, secondary school students throughout the Three Village Central School District marked this year’s Red Ribbon Week through several initiatives. Organized by district Student Assistance Counselor Alison Herrschaft, the event aimed to bring awareness to the dangers of such negative behaviors and the importance of committing to a healthy lifestyle. During Red Ribbon Week, tables were set up in the cafeterias at Ward Melville High School and R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools. Students visited the displays to sign paper red ribbons and commit to leading a drug- and alcohol-free life. At Ward Melville, members of the school’s SADD Club helped to lead the initiative and shared facts and statistics to punctuate the importance of the topic. Each individual who signed received a red ribbon to wear. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154611 Wed, 06 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154611 Fun at the Pre-K Fall Festival Three Village pre-K students at Nassakeag Elementary School celebrated the fall harvest during a special outdoor festival on the grounds of the outdoor learning center. Under the direction of teacher Melissa Panasci, the students got ready for the festival by painting large trees on wooden planks and preparing apple pies. During the festival, the students “picked” apples of different colors off the trees they made, decorated pumpkins they picked from a patch in the playground, stuffed scarecrows and even tasted the pies they had prepared. Family members were able to attend the festival and enjoy celebrating the change of season together. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154610 Tue, 05 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154610 Exploring and Researching Local Wetlands Students from P.J. Gelinas Junior High School explored the tidal wetlands of Flax Pond and the surrounding shoreline during a field trip offered in the Science Research course. Tidal wetlands are important ecosystems which act as a buffer to lessen the impact of storms on our coastline and filter harmful pollutants. During the trip in Ken Weiner’s Science Research II course, students used a peat auger to core through the salt marsh to discover various layers. This enabled them to determine the area’s rate of wetland growth for the past 2,000 years. As part of their research, the students discovered how the different types of wetland vegetation are linked to elevation above sea level as well as other environmental changes that have occurred in this area. Some students operated a seine net, allowing the class to identify different aquatic species and trends in population. This trip is part of a series in which students in the Science Research courses at Three Village will increase their knowledge and understanding of the local environment through hands-on activities. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154609 Mon, 04 Nov 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154609 TVTA & TVSAA Perform Peter Pan!! Nov. 21-23 Don't miss an opportunity to see our very talented teachers and administrators perform the musical Peter Pan on November 21-23 at RC Murphy! Tickets on sale now at Murphy auditorium 6:00 - 8:00 pm Monday through Thursday. All proceeds go to student scholarships!! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154420 Tue, 29 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154420 Ward Melville Gallery Showing and Scholarship Event Fifteen Ward Melville High School art students will have work on display in the Gallery of the Daniel Gale office in Stony Brook for the month of November. The realty office is inviting the community in to view the student work and vote for the best piece of art. On December 2 there will be a gallery reception, at which point the artist who received the most votes will be awarded a $500 scholarship. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154421 Tue, 29 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154421 Art After Dark http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154419 Fri, 25 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154419 Stop, Drop and Roll Setauket Elementary School kindergarten through second grade students were reminded of important fire safety tips this October when members of the Setauket Fire Department conducted a series of in-school assembly programs. The events, which were held in honor of Fire Prevention Month, covered such topics as developing a family meeting place and escape plan in case of an emergency, the importance of having working smoke and carbon monoxide detectors in all homes and tips for staying safe should a fire occur. Additionally, the students had the chance to take an up-close look at some of the equipment the firefighters use during emergencies as they stepped aboard a working firetruck and ambulance. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154418 Thu, 24 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154418 Honoring Dedicated Volunteers In celebration of Board Appreciation night, the Three Village Central School District community came together to honor the volunteers that dedicate countless hours through their service on the Board of Education. Representatives from each of the district’s schools spoke on behalf of their Board building liaison, the district clerk and the Board’s high school student representative. The speakers shared insights into the individuals’ professional backgrounds, spoke about other ways the volunteers give back to the community and even injected a bit of humor into their speeches. After being recognized, each member was presented with a token of appreciation from the respective schools. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154417 Wed, 23 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154417 Homecoming Photos Click to view photos from Homecoming 2019. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154416 Mon, 21 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154416 Ward Melville Parades Through Manhattan Ward Melville High School’s 2019 Marching Band made district history this October as they represented the school community in the Columbus Day Parade in New York City. The talented student-musicians and color guard performed a flawless routine and amazed the many onlookers along the parade route. This marked the first time that a marching band from the Three Village Central School District participated in this event. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154415 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154415 Town Event: The Effects of Substances of Abuse and Behaviors on the Teen Brain – Oct. 24 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154414 Tue, 15 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154414 Sharing Cultures Through Learning Spaces Three Village Central School District English as a New Language Department recently hosted two programs to bridge learning opportunities for students. A “Welcome Breakfast” was held for ENL elementary students at W.S. Mount Elementary School. The program allowed students from several new families in the district this school year to meet with other students who may speak their native language, to provide comfort and a sense of home in their new surroundings. Additionally, Ward Melville High School recently welcomed a group of students from Italy during a meet and greet breakfast and then were invited to shadow several Ward Melville students as they attended classes. In the afternoon, the group gathered back together to share their thoughts about the day and compare experiences. The following day, the students accompanied the visitors to a workshop on migration at Stony Brook University. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154411 Wed, 09 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154411 District Joins National Class Action Lawsuit Against JUUL Manufacturer Please see the letter attached for details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154413 Tue, 08 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154413 Recreation Night Helps Build Friendships R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh grade students came together and got to know their peers better during a grade-level recreation night hosted by the building’s Student Government. The evening event included musical entertainment and a variety of sporting games, including volleyball, basketball, dodgeball and board games. Students also enjoyed several snacks and a pizza dinner. The program was organized by Student Government members and advisers Tyler Gries and Jeanne Hill. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154410 Tue, 08 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154410 Community Bleeding Control Class – Thursday, November 7, 6:30PM Community Bleeding Control Class – Thursday, November 7, 6:30PM – 8:30PM at the North Country Administration Building. Click on link below to register Registration for Community Bleeding Control Class http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154412 Mon, 07 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154412 Ward Melville Inventors Capture Top Award at Hackathon Ward Melville High School’s Team Polaris – made up of students Elyas Masrour,Christopher Moore, Rohan Nagavardhan and Abdullah Nauman – won the “Best Health Hack” in the annual hackathon event at Stony Brook University. At this intensive, 24-hour event, the students developed a smart accessory to enable safer navigation for the visually impaired. The product is a smart speaker that can be clipped onto a cane, an everyday necessity for the blind. This speaker uses a single button and voice commands to bring the conveniences of GPS to the blind. The students’ booth was one of two visited by Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone upon recommendation of the tournament organizers. “Being the only high school students participating at the event and having been selected out of over 200 college students, we are incredibly proud to have represented Ward Melville High School,” Nauman said. “We feel that this achievement is a testament to the math and computer science programs at Ward Melville. [Taking] Multivariable Calculus last year provided us with the background of knowledge to build machine learning and navigation systems at a collegiate level.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154409 Mon, 07 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154409 Turning Lemons Into a Rewarding Family Movie Night Nassakeag Elementary School students and families gathered together in late September to celebrate being named the Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy “Lemonhead” winners for 2019 with a family movie night courtesy of the school’s PTA. During the event, more than 300 people enjoyed viewing “Toy Story 3” and munched on complimentary popcorn and lemonade. The event proved to be a memorable kickoff to the 2019-2020 school year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154408 Fri, 04 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154408 Town of Brookhaven – Vaping Awareness Workshop This event will be held on Monday, Oct. 28. For more details, please click here. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154407 Wed, 02 Oct 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154407 Art Takes Shape During Hexagon Project In honor of their artistic talents, eight Three Village Central School District students were celebrated during the 2019 Hexagon Project. The arts program was designed to spread the meaning of interdependence through school- and community-created hexagons. According to the organization, the hexagons feature different themes, which have included social justice, identity, peace and the environment. The overall mission of the project is to show the power of arts in an increasingly interconnected world. The Three Village Central School District congratulates this year’s honorees: Alissa Bee (ninth grade): “Most Relevant to Interdependence Theme – Ignoring Poverty” Jean Chung (ninth grade): “Most Relevant to Interdependence Theme – Global Warming” Nicholas Giordano (seventh grade): “Most Relevant to Interdependence Theme” Alexa Horan (ninth grade): Honorable Mention Raymond Lang (seventh grade): “Most Effective All-Over Interpretation” Olivia Robitsek (seventh grade): Honorable Mention Riya Sangwan (eighth grade): Honorable Mention Jacqueline Wu (ninth grade): “Most Creative Expression” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154406 Fri, 27 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154406 Memory Book Earns National Honor Ward Melville High School’s 2019 Invictus Yearbook was recognized as a gold medalist by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association in its Medalist Critique. Publications are judged in three categories: reference, visual and verbal. The publication also received All-Columbian Honors, awarded to books that receive a 95% or higher in at least one of the three categories. Annually, the Ward Melville High School yearbook staff produces remarkable products that capture the events, activities and sentiments of the previous school year. Over the past decade, the publication has garnered praise from local, regional and national organizations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154404 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154404 Minnesauke Wins the 2019 Emma Cup Minnesauke Elementary School has received the 2019 Emma Cup as the winning elementary school in the Emma S. Clark Library’s Summer Reading program. Each year the library challenges Three Village Central School District students to embrace a lifelong love for reading by staying active readers throughout the summer vacation. As an added incentive, students are encouraged to sign up for a summer reading challenge and log their participation. The winners of the friendly competition are awarded the coveted Emma Cup trophy each fall when the school year resumes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154403 Wed, 25 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154403 Student Work Helps Win Honor for Local Historical Society As part of their social studies curriculum, Setauket Elementary School fourth grade students learn about the rich history of their local communities, including the work of the Culper Spy Ring organized during the height of the American Revolutionary War. Enamored by their community’s deep connection to this topic, two years ago the fourth grade classes teamed up to create short films about their studies as they took part in the community’s Founders Day celebrations. Founders Day, an annual event for fourth grade classes in the Three Village Central School District, is an exploration of the depth and diversity of Brookhaven’s original settlement in Setauket. The program is designed to complement the New York State curriculum and enhance students’ understanding of their local history. It includes a comprehensive presentation about the founding and development of the settlement, as well as guided walking tours of historically significant landmarks. The films the students created during the program captured the attention of the Three Village Historical Society and were subsequently used to help the organization win an Award of Excellence for Founders Day by the American Association for State and Local History. As a result of this effort, the students, who are current sixth graders at Setauket, and members of the Historical Society were recently honored at the school and presented with special proclamations from Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Ed Romaine and Suffolk County Legislator Kara Hahn. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154402 Wed, 25 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154402 Ward Melville Alumnus Earns State AP Scholar Award Ward Melville High School Class of 2019 graduate Samuel Kim has been named a State Advanced Placement Scholar for 2019. This award was given to only two students in New York who earned scores of 3 or higher on the greatest number of AP exams, and had the highest average scores on all AP exams taken. In addition to the state honor, Samuel was named a National AP Scholar and an AP Scholar with Distinction. Samuel is a student at Cornell University in the School of Industrial Labor Relations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154401 Tue, 24 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154401 New Students Receive Warm Welcome R.C. Murphy Junior High School Student Government helped to welcome those students new to the school during a fun filled new student breakfast. New students were treated to a bagel breakfast, met Student Government representatives and learned more about Murphy’s courses, extracurricular offerings and activities. In addition, all students took part in an icebreaker activity to help them to get know each other better. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154400 Tue, 24 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154400 Adolescent-Issue Play Focuses on Common Stressors P.J. Gelinas Junior High School student-actors will take to the stage this October to unveil the world premiere of the adolescent-issue play, “You Are Never Alone.” The show follows a group of students as they navigate an average day and reveals the internal and external stressors that disrupt and distract them. Each student keeps their doubt to themselves, struggling to contain it, but as the audience peeks into their thoughts, they realize that many individuals have shared these stressors. “You Are Never Alone” tells familiar stories of anxiety, fear, guilt and pressure, to remind the audience that these feelings are common, that help is available and that no one has to deal with the situation alone. The play will open to the public on Oct. 4 at 7 p.m. Tickets will be sold at the door and are $2 per person and $10 per family. Gelinas students will view the play for free during the school day. “You Are Never Alone” was written by Dan Rieckhoff, with story development by Robert DePersio, Brianna Gobetz, Michael Jantzen, Rieckhoff and Pamela Roberts. All are educators in the Three Village Central School District. This marks the school’s 17th annual adolescent-issue production. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154398 Mon, 23 Sep 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154398 Art Teacher Published Nationally – Again! When students enter the classroom of P.J. Gelinas Junior High School art teacher Michael Sacco, they are quickly captivated by a sense of creativity, imagination and artistic inspiration – factors that contributed to Mr. Sacco being featured in SchoolArts Magazine for the 12th time in his career. An article penned by Mr. Sacco details one of the lessons he uses in the ninth grade media arts class at Gelinas. The featured project focuses on a style of photography created by a street artist in Germany that incorporates triptychs in photos. In addition to the overview of the lesson, the article also features the work of several of Mr. Sacco’s former students. These include Melaina Gargano (current sophomore), Scarlett Jackett (current junior), Ryan Nagle (current junior) and Emma Robinson (current junior). All were in ninth grade when artwork was created and currently attend Ward Melville High School. The article by Mr. Sacco was included in the publication’s September issue and will be reprinted as part of a special SchoolArts collection text highlighting STEAM lessons, which is expected to be unveiled in March during the National Art Education Association Convention in Minneapolis. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154399 Mon, 23 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154399 An Outlet to Boost Learning Brightly colored decals and numbered sequences of activities are enabling Minnesauke Elementary School students the chance to view a walk through the hallway in a new and fun way this school year. The project, which was brought to fruition by the school’s Site Based Management Team and PTA, is called a sensory path and has been installed in the hallway by the building’s gymnasium. The path is created using adhesive film stickers that when applied form such things as a hopscotch path using the letters of the alphabet and a beautiful daisy that creates a path of numbers. The concept of a sensory path has recently been introduced in schools across the nation. They were originally developed with input from physical therapists, occupational therapists and other experts in child development as a way to encourage movement and activity, particularly on days when recess is indoors. They are also designed to provide a series of movements to allow students to take a break during the day and have been found to regulate sensory-seeking behaviors while increasing cognition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154397 Mon, 23 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154397 6th Annual Brookhaven Highway Safety Day – Sat. Sept, 21 For more information about this event, click here. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154396 Thu, 19 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154396 Seniors Rise as Semifinalists in National Scholarship Competition Nine Ward Melville High School seniors have been named among 16,000 semifinalists in the 65th annual National Merit Scholarship Program, and now have the opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,600 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $31 million that will be offered next spring. To be considered for a National Merit Scholarship award, these students must fulfill several requirements to advance to the final level of the competition, including completing a detailed scholarship application. This application focuses not only on the student’s academic record, but also their participation in school and community activities, leadership abilities, employment and honors or awards received. It must also be accompanied by a recommendation letter from the high school. More than 90% of the semifinalists are expected to attain finalist standing, and about half of the finalists will win a National Merit Scholarship, earning the Merit Scholar title. Over 1.5 million juniors in about 21,000 high schools entered the 2020 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2018 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, which served as an initial screen of program entrants. The nationwide pool of semifinalists represents less than 1% of U.S. high school seniors. The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following students for being named a National Merit semifinalist: Jake Butkevich Matthew Fiorella Katherine Liu Keene Lu Christopher Moore William Sun Benjamin Templeton Justin Zhang Rebecca Zhang http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155686 Tue, 17 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155686 Resource and Transition Fair at Ward Melville HS Tuesday, October 15 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. This fair will provide supports and resources (now and in the future) for families and students of all ages with special needs. Please see additional details in this flyer. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154395 Tue, 17 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154395 A National Honor for Ward Melville Musicians Ward Melville High School student-musicians Greyson Nekrutman and Alexandra Woroniecka have been named among the top-performing high school musicians in the United States and were invited to perform during this year’s NAfME All-National Honor Ensembles. The event will take place at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, from Nov. 7-10. “To be selected to represent the Three Village Central School District at this level is a true honor and an amazing testament to the students’ hard work, dedication and talents, as well as their family and teachers’ guidance and support,” said Anthony Pollera, district director of music. “We could not be prouder of all they have accomplished.” During the national convention, the students will perform under the leadership of the most prominent conductors in the field of music education. Greyson will perform on the drums as part of the All-National Jazz Ensemble and Alexandra will perform on violin with the All-National Symphony Orchestra. The All-National Honor Ensembles performers represent collaboration and creativity in its highest musical form, and students are chosen through a rigorous audition process. The symphony orchestra will be comprised of the nation’s top 121 instrumentalists and the jazz ensemble will be made up of the top 20 instrumentalists. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155685 Mon, 16 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155685 All-State Honors for Ward Melville Musicians As a result of their exceptional music talents, 22 Ward Melville High School student-musicians have been selected as participants and/or alternates for the 2019 NYSSMA All-State Conference, which will take place in Rochester, New York, on Dec. 5-8. Thousands of students auditioned for this honor last spring at solo and ensemble festivals throughout the state, but only a coveted number of spots were available for the prestigious 2019 festival. Congratulations to the following Ward Melville students on being selected for this high honor: Jordan Amato (alternate) Emily Bussa (alternate) Eric Chung (string orchestra) Campbell DeMaio (treble chorus) Carson Di Fede (alternate) Steven Fontana (mixed chorus) David Futcher (wind ensemble) Alicia Heintzelman (alternate) Jonathan Huang (string orchestra) Cherrie Lan (alternate) Jessica Liao (alternate) Grace Lin (symphonic band) Molly Marino (alternate) Oliva McBride (alternate) Ava McGovern (alternate) Christopher Moore (string orchestra) William Sun (alternate) Leo Takemaru (alternate) Ava Williamson (alternate) Meghan Woods (alternate) Justin Zhang (alternate) Emilie Zullo (alternate) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155683 Fri, 13 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155683 ‘Reel’ Big News for Ward Melville Filmmakers Five Ward Melville High School talented film students recently captured the attention of a national audience and had their original works selected to be screened during this year’s All-American High School Film Festival, which will be held in New York City from Oct. 11-13. This international competition is the world’s largest high school and middle school film, photography and media arts festival and draws thousands of applicants each year. “It is a true honor to have a film selected into this prestigious event,” said Jennifer Trettner, district visual arts coordinator. “The Ward Melville film program is definitely doing it right, as we have had films selected each year since 2014.” Congratulations to the following students and their teacher Lisa Cappiello: “Will Forever B-ILL,” Action Sports by Ryan Manuud “The Poetry of Hip-Hop,” Broadcast Journalism: Feature Story by Max Friedman “Parallel Worlds,” Documentary by Eve Peters “Reach,” Micro Movie by Ryan Manuud “Party's Over,” PSA by Catherine Cao http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155684 Fri, 13 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155684 Flag Display Pays Tribute to 9/11 In what has become a time-honored and breathtaking tradition, members of the Ward Melville High School Robotics Club and Stage Crew helped to pay tribute to the 18th anniversary of 9/11 by installing large American flags along Old Town Road in East Setauket. The display, which runs in front of the campus, includes several dozen flags that stand more than 7 feet tall. The project was overseen by Robotics and Stage Crew advisers Steve Rogers, Mark Suesser and John Williams and was first implemented several years ago to help all who pass by remember and reflect on the historic day. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155682 Wed, 11 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155682 Important Safety Information from the Suffolk County Police Department http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155681 Tue, 10 Sep 2019 21:00:00 GMT false155681 PHOTOS: First Day of School http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155680 Tue, 03 Sep 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155680 2019 Fall Adult Education Guide http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155679 Mon, 19 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155679 2019-2020 Calendar Now Available Copies of the district calendar are now available online under the calendar tab. Please note, the first day of school for all students, including Pre-K students, is Tuesday, Sept. 3. The printed calendar that will be distributed includes the incorrect start date for the Pre-K program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155678 Fri, 09 Aug 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155678 A Slam Dunk for Charity Ward Melville’s boys basketball program recently initiated a community service project aimed at sending care packages to servicemen and women stationed overseas. The students sold silicone bracelets to raise money and used the collected monetary contributions to buy an array of items for the soldiers. Fittingly named “Operation Care Package,” the team members, their families and coach Piccirillo created more than 160 care packages filled with protein powder, hot sauce, gum, personal hygiene products, personal messages from students throughout the Three Village School District and much more. The district commends the following students who worked selflessly to develop this project: Basketball Program Members: Todor Bliznakov Myles Brown Nick Bruckner Ethan Buscaglia Frankie Carroll Tim Chu Nicholas Cristodero Michael Dargan Tom Engel Jason Flynn Asher Heilbron John Holland Darlan Honore Josh Horvath Luke McIlvaine Dylan Moore Paul Otto Nicholson David Ramos Tom Ribaudo Stevie Rueck Giancarlo Serratore Giovanni Serratore Ben Shank Other Participating Students: Paige Carroll Keira Flynn Tyler Flynn Ian Licavoli Zach Licavoli Alex Martell Justin Martell Conor Matthews Jay Monopoli Drew Nicholson Jack Nicholson Christian Powell Julia Rotoli Matt Rotoli Jadyn Stoecker Nick Stoecker James Van Vechten Paige Van Vechten Nolan Woods http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155677 Wed, 24 Jul 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155677 Important Information Regarding Religious Exemptions to Immunizations The Governor has signed into law legislation repealing the provision permitting a religious exemption of the vaccination requirements for all students attendingNYS schools. For additional information, please follow this link the Health Information Section of the District website. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154900 Tue, 23 Jul 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154900 Town of Brookhaven Narcan Training – August 7 For information about this event, please visit https://www.brookhavenny.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=1520 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155676 Mon, 22 Jul 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155676 Presidential Honor for Students Hundreds of Three Village students were praised for their charitable actions and presented with the Presidential Volunteer Service Award this past June. The national award is given to individuals in honor of service hours accumulated during a 12-month period. According to the official criteria, the awards are offered in multiple levels and are designed to recognize each milestone of service. Levels include bronze, silver, gold and the highest honor, the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, for those who contribute more than 4,000 hours of service in their lifetime. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155675 Tue, 09 Jul 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155675 Moving-Up Day Moving-Up Day Class of 2019 - Congratulations and Best Wishes to Arrowhead's 6th Graders! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155671 Mon, 08 Jul 2019 06:00:00 GMT false155671 You're a Grand Ole Flag! June 2019 - Arrowhead students and staff along with special guests celebrated Flag Day 2019. The flag was presented by Arrowhead Scouts. The 6th-Grade Advanced Band provided patriotic musical selections and the event was topped off with songs sung by Kindergarten students. Art contest winners presented their work and essay contest winners were invited to recite their entries entitled, "What does it mean to be an American?" Click here to view a slideshow of photos. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155672 Mon, 08 Jul 2019 05:00:00 GMT false155672 June 2019 - Picnic of Kindness Arrowhead students and staff celebrated their yearlong collection of acts of kindness. Links of Kindness, earned throughout the year, are attached to form one continuous chain. This anti-bullying initiative, under the direction of School Social Worker Judy Forgione, recognizes students and staff for their kind acts and kind words as part of Rachel's Challenge and PBIS programs. During this yearend celebration, the complete chain of Links of Kindness is unveiled to the students and its length is measured. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155673 Mon, 08 Jul 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155673 Be Our Guest! Arrowhead Drama Club Students wow audiences with their performance of Arrowhead Celebrates Disney in June 2019. Click here to view a slideshow of photos. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155674 Mon, 08 Jul 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155674 Congratulations to the Class of 2019! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155670 Wed, 03 Jul 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155670 Report Cards Available on the Portal All report cards are now viewable in the Infinite Campus Portal. Have a nice summer! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155669 Fri, 28 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155669 Track Stars Congratulations to these members of the Girls Varsity Track team: Vicky Laguerre, Julia Bell, Briana Grant and Emma Rathburn! This past weekend the students competed in the 4x800m relay at the New Balance Outdoor National Track and Field Championships in Greensboro, North Carolina. They finished in 6th place with a time of 9:05.89 which is the second fastest time in Ward Melville history! With their 6th place finish, they also earned All American status. Great job!! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154899 Tue, 18 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154899 Arrowhead STEM Students Strike a Chord with Recycling STEM student Olivia S. from Ms. Herrmann's third-grade class was inspired during Ms. Rovegno's STEM lesson to use recycled materials to create a guitar. The class learned about children's efforts in Paraguay to form the Landfill Orchestra using recycled materials to create musical instruments. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154898 Thu, 13 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154898 Three Village STEM Summer Camps 2019 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154897 Wed, 12 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154897 2019 CommUniversity Day at Stony Brook University http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154896 Tue, 11 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154896 Arrowhead 6th Graders Walk to Honor Warriors - May 2019 Sixth graders from Arrowhead honored our armed forces during their 5th Annual Walk 4 Warriors. The students invite family members who are actively serving or veterans of the armed forces to walk with them. The walk raises money to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. Each year, students create flyers to encourage people to donate to the cause. Students also sell WWP bracelets, car magnets and stickers during Field Day. During the walk, students display stars they created for family members who are/were part of the military and who could not attend or who are no longer with us. The walk raised just under $3,000 this year and about $23,000 since its inception. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154895 Tue, 11 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154895 SACC Registration for 2019-2020 School Year Click here for more information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154894 Tue, 11 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154894 Celebrating College Athletic Commitments Ward Melville High School gymnasium was blanketed with pride in late spring, as the athletic and academic accomplishments of 47 seniors were celebrated during a special college commitment ceremony. The seniors, who proudly wore apparel from their future schools, were individually announced and commended for their unwavering dedication both on and off the athletic field, arena and aquatic centers. These student-athletes were noted as being an integral part of helping to elevate Ward Melville’s already elite programs to new levels during their competition seasons and were thanked for serving as great role models for future generations of Patriots. The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following students and wishes them the best of luck on the next part of their academic and athletic journey. Arthur Berry – Football, Stony Brook University Jillian Bove – Field Hockey and Track, Union College Jacob Brittman – Lacrosse, Eastern Connecticut State University Catherine Cao – Fencing, Pennsylvania State University Courtney Carollo – Lacrosse, Syracuse University Kate Cochran – Cross-Country and Track, SUNY Oneonta Sabrina Corpac – Cheerleading, Stony Brook University Mark Corrie – Lacrosse, St. Joseph’s College Nicole D’Angelo – Cheerleading, Sacred Heart University Nicholas DeBlanco – Lacrosse, Nassau Community College Nicolette DePaul – Cheerleading, High Point University Brandon DiFede – Lacrosse, Emmerson College John Patrick Dillon – Swimming, Binghamton University Brady Doran – Baseball, Saint Anselm College Ian Dyson – Track and Field, Susquehanna University Abigail Emig – Softball, Fredonia State University Ethan Farino – Baseball, Marist College Ian Gironda – Lacrosse, Western Connecticut State University Zoe Gliganic – Diving, SUNY Potsdam Hannah Goldhaber – Diving, Montclair State University Raymond Grabowski – Basketball, SUNY Geneseo Lauren Hansen – Basketball, Auburn University Darby Kent – Gymnastics, Cornell University Kylie Kramer – Swimming, Scranton University JJ Laap – Football, SUNY Cortland Denise Lai – Tennis, University of Connecticut Meghan Lorenzen – Lacrosse, Western Connecticut State University Kristina Maggiacomo – Softball, SUNY Plattsburgh Matthew Maurer – Baseball, Post University Hunter McSweeney – Football, Catholic University Max Nielsen – Baseball, University of Connecticut Dylan Pallonetti – Lacrosse, University of Maryland Morgan Persky – Volleyball, Williams College Bryan Radzinsky – Baseball, Immaculata University Alexis Reinhardt – Lacrosse, Cornell University Benjamin Rogak – Fencing, Brandeis University Caleb Rosenthal – Soccer and Lacrosse, Clark University Patrick Schriffen – Baseball, College of Old Westbury Robert Soto – Basketball, Hunter College Samantha Tarpey – Lacrosse, Hofstra University William Treder – Football, Western New England University Nicholas Troy – Lacrosse, University of Michigan Marcus Velez – Football, Stony Brook University Noelle Walker – Soccer, Scranton University Alisa Walsh – Softball, SUNY Purchase Brianna Wilson – Cheerleading, University of South Florida Ivanna Zavala-Arbaelaez – Fencing, Brandeis University http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154893 Mon, 10 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154893 Portrait Project for Area Residents Ward Melville High School senior and vice president of the National Art Honor Society Hannah Wiederman initiated a community service project designed to put her and her peer’s artistic talents to the test while benefiting the residents at Jefferson’s Ferry. Working with art teacher Kristen Dietz, Hannah and art honor society president Natasha Bartley met with Jefferson’s Ferry residents after school to photograph them. While Hannah and Natasha photographed them, they asked the residents questions that might help the artists to create custom renderings of them using the photos as a base. After they were edited, the photographs were distributed to art honor society students, who created the drawings, paintings or digital renderings. The goal of this project was to connect with the Three Village community and give back to those who help to make Three Village a great place to live and learn. On Tuesday, May 21st, the National Art Honor Society advisor Kristen Dietz and officers, Komal Grewal, Natasha Bartley and Hannah Wiederman presented the residents of Jefferson’s Ferry with their portraits. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154892 Fri, 07 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154892 Girls Track Team Runs Best Time in NYS Ward Melville High School’s varsity girls spring track team earned state honors as they were named the girls 4x800-meter Loucks Games champions. The team, comprised of Julia Bell, Briana Grant, Victoria Leguerre and Emma Rathburn, ran the event with a time of 9:12.54. This was the best time in New York State this season. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154891 Sat, 01 Jun 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154891 Upcycling Materials to Invent New Projects W.S. Mount Elementary School third grade students helped to demonstrate the familiar saying of “one man’s trash is another person’s treasure” when they invented creative projects using recycled materials. From paper towel rolls, plastic water bottles, discarded wood and a multitude of other materials, the students created such items as a piggy bank out of milk jugs, a basketball net out of a plant container and even a mailbox using a detergent container. The classes proudly displayed their completed projects in a hallway museum and wrote a descriptive overview of their project to explain their piece. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154890 Fri, 31 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154890 Summer Enrichment Newsletter The Registration Deadline has been extended to June 7th. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154600 Fri, 31 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154600 A Magical Musical at Arrowhead The Arrowhead Elementary School Drama Club performed a series of Disney favorites for this year’s school musical, “Arrowhead Celebrates Disney.” The show featured classic songs from Disney’s “The Lion King” and “Moana,” as well as special narrations from several student-actors. The students worked for weeks with the help of teachers Melissa Anderson, Deborah Kiriluk and Paul Mueller to perfect this year’s performance before taking to the stage for two in-school shows and an evening show for family and friends. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154888 Thu, 30 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154888 A Lesson of Historical Importance W.S. Mount and Nassakeag Elementary School sixth grade students had the honor of learning about one of the world’s darkest times when Ms. Ruth Minsky Sender shared her story of being a Holocaust survivor. Ms. Minsky Sender described how the dreams she had for her future came to a halt following the German invasion of Poland, where she was born. The heartwrenching stories she shared – from the loss of her family to the day her oldest friend became a Nazi soldier – painted a clear picture of this devastating part of the history that the students had been studying in class. Additionally, she reflected on many of the stories documented in her memoirs, one of which many of the students had read. The students in both schools had read Ms. Minsky Sender’s memoir prior to her visit. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154889 Thu, 30 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154889 Ward Melville’s Red Cross Club Steps Up to Help In its first year as an official Ward Melville High School club, the school’s Red Cross team has taken great strides in raising awareness and funds for numerous humanitarian projects both inside and outside of the school district. In their most recent project, the Red Cross members created the “Healthcare in Danger” campaign, which aimed to raise awareness for doctors and medical workers who are injured and killed while assisting others in the Middle East, Ecuador and other developing nations. Along with hosting trivia days and events, the club has created a video highlighting the need for intervention and continued awareness. To see their video, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o_BY0s04mtw&feature=youtu.be http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154882 Wed, 29 May 2019 07:00:00 GMT false154882 Ward Melville Designer Creates Logo for Manhattan-Based Company Ward Melville High School’s Advanced Graphic Design class has developed a reputation for producing artistically talented students, a reputation that earned the attention of the couture fashion industry’s own Salvatore Tramuto. During an in-class design workshop, the class was invited to create a logo/identity for Mr. Tramuto’s new business Retailineering, a retail fashion advisory business in New York City. The class competed to create designs embracing the company’s vision and, after reviewing all designs, Mr. Tramuto selected one winner. “I cannot begin to say how impressed I am with the student designs,” Mr. Tramuto said. “The results are beyond what I expected.” Senior Danielle Wenzler’s design was chosen as the winner, and Danielle was presented with a $250 scholarship and a T-shirt with her logo on it. Danielle’s logo will be used on all marketing and branding material for the company, and she will receive full credit as the designer of the graphic logo on the website. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154886 Wed, 29 May 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154886 Coaches Complete Pilot Training Program Members of the Three Village Central School District middle and high school coaching staff recently completed a pilot training program that put them on the front line of defense against substance use and abuse by student-athletes. The program, which was created by Suffolk County Legislator Kara Hahn, included a 75-minute course that had been developed in collaboration with Stony Brook University’s Center for Prevention and Outreach and LICADD. The initiative provided coaches with the tools to recognize the warning signs of opioid, alcohol, marijuana and liquid nicotine abuse. Using role-playing scenarios and dialogue, the coaches learned different ways to recognize if an athlete has a problem and provided information on the resources available to assistant those in need. Based on the success of the program, Suffolk County Executive Steven Bellone, announced at a press conference at Ward Melville High School that the program will now be expanded to the coaches at all Suffolk middle and high schools. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154887 Wed, 29 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154887 Softball Team Makes Playoff Ward Melville High School’s varsity girls softball team beat division champ Sachem East to qualify for the playoffs for the first time in 17 years! With their victory the overall program officially had every team or an individual qualify for post season play for the entire year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154885 Fri, 24 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154885 Ward Melville Student Government Heads to D.C. Ward Melville High School’s Student Government, along with advisers Virginia Edgar, Allison Kane and Dianne Kraemer, explored Washington, D.C., as part of the group’s Leadership Development initiative. With the help of Congressman Lee Zeldin, the students were given a tour of the U.S. Capitol building before visiting the Air Force, FDR, Jefferson, Lincoln, Martin Luther King Jr., Korean War, Vietnam War, WWII and 9/11 memorials. The group also passed a somber and reflective moment at Arlington National Cemetery, where they watched the changing of the guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. They also had a chance to visit the Newseum, seeing firsthand historical pieces like a section of the Berlin Wall with a guard tower looming behind it. “It was a great trip for our students as they were able to experience government in action and have become excited for so many opportunities in the future,” Ms. Kraemer said. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154880 Thu, 23 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154880 Ward Melville’s Linguistic Olympiad Winner Honored Ward Melville High School student Luke Randall was honored by the Institute for Advanced Computational Science at Stony Brook University as the first-place award winner in the 11th grade division in the 2019 North American Computational Linguistics Olympiad and with a fourth place award among Long Island students overall. The Olympiad fosters the development of scientific and analytical thinking about language and holds an annual linguistic puzzle solving contest. Students utilize logic skills to learn about 21st-century language processing, its consistency and its diversity. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154881 Thu, 23 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154881 Ward Melville DECA Competes at International Contest Ward Melville High School’s DECA team had eight members qualify and attend the 2019 International Career Development Conference in Orlando, Florida. More than 22,000 high school DECA members from Canada, China, the District of Columbia, Germany, Guam, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Spain and the United States participated in this competition. During the event, Ward Melville students fiercely competed in various business topics, including written tests and multiple role-plays, in which three Ward Melville members won international medals. Jade Eggleston and Jessica Guo had a top 10 placement in Buying and Merchandising Team Decision-Making within the final round of top 20 teams, and Ashley Zhang had a top 20 placement in Hotel and Lodging Individual Series. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154878 Wed, 22 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154878 Workshop Learning Experience With Professionals P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students in the Exploratory Music class learned about the world of puppetry during a recent theater workshop with ThinkBIG Theater Arts of Patchogue. Every month the classes are visited by members of a different aspect of the arts, from band, orchestra, chorus and beyond. The workshops help to celebrate the music and performing arts and allow students to experience their myriad aspects in a hands-on way. Music teacher Robert DePersio hopes to collaborate with the Exploratory Arts classes in the near future to expand on the lessons that the students learned during the puppet workshop. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154879 Wed, 22 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154879 Three Village Results: The Budget Has Passed. Thank You. Yes-1,559 No-528 Board Election (2): Vinny Vizzo – 1,651* Jonathan Kornreich – 1,548* *elected El presupuesto ha sido aprobado. Gracias. Sí-1,559 No-528 ELECCIÓN DE LA JUNTA (2): Vinny Vizzo – 1,651* Jonathan Kornreich – 1,548* * elegidos http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154884 Tue, 21 May 2019 06:00:00 GMT false154884 Arrowhead Students Stand Up For ALS May 2019 - Students' cheers warmly welcomed ALS fighter Chris Pendergast and other members of the Ride for Life team. The team was touched by the encouraging signs handmade and displayed by the students. Students in Mrs. Schwarz's fourth-grade class were inspired to "do more" for ALS after attending an assembly with Mr. Pendergast, founder of the Ride for Life, earlier this year. Students and faculty coordinated a school-wide, weeklong event designed to raise awareness of ALS and to raise donations for the debilitating disease. The week culminated with a visit from the Ride for Life team who gratuitously added Arrowhead as a stop on their journey. In conjunction, Student Council members, under the leadership of Teachers Mr. Walsh and Mrs. Kiriluk, organized a Ride for Ride fundraiser. This fundraiser encouraged students to ride for 30 minutes on a bike, scooter or skateboard and get sponsors/donations for their ride. In addition, fifth-grade students and teachers organized a Dimes for Dollars fundraiser. With all three fundraisers, Arrowhead raised a total of $1,261. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154883 Tue, 21 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154883 Minnesauke’s Fit Kids Minnesauke Elementary School fourth and fifth grade students competed in the third annual Suffolk Zone Fit Club competition, hosted at Lincoln Avenue Elementary School in the Sayville School District. Students were carefully selected based on their physical fitness level, leadership skills, sportsmanship and positive attitude. They competed in two fitness events during the competition. The first was a timed relay that included 40 situps, 30 shoulder taps, 15 agility jumps over a hurdle and a bear crawl. The second was a relay where students had 10 minutes to do as many reps as possible of certain exercises, including box jumps, tire flips, jump roping and crab walking. Minnesauke was one of 31 teams to compete in the event. “The students did a great job supporting and encouraging one another, while competing at their highest level of fitness,” said physical education teacher Stephanie Shay, who helped to support the students throughout the competition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154876 Tue, 21 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154876 Setauket Welcomes a Poetic Visit From Regent Tilles Setauket Elementary School fourth grade classes learned about the masters of poetry during a special visit from New York State Education Department Regent Roger Tilles. Visiting each of the classes individually, Mr. Tilles spoke about how he developed a love for poetry at a young age and enjoyed sharing poems with his children when they were growing up. Among the poems that he shared were some of the famous pieces written by Shel Silverstein, and he taught the students a special poem to share with their families. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154877 Tue, 21 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154877 Pickford Named Next Minnesauke Principal After a thorough interview and search process, the Three Village Central School District is pleased to announce that Nancy Pickford has been selected as the new principal of Minnesauke Elementary School, effective July 1. Ms. Pickford will succeed Dr. Brian Biscari, who will become the new principal at R.C. Murphy Junior High School. Ms. Pickford is a familiar face in the district, having worked as the assistant principal at Nassakeag Elementary School and the coordinator of the district’s pre-K program since 2016. A well-versed educator, Ms. Pickford spent 12 years of her career as a general education and special education classroom teacher before transitioning to leadership roles with Long Island University and St. Joseph’s College. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154874 Mon, 20 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154874 Honoring Murphy’s Science Olympiad Team During its May meeting, the Three Village Central School District took time to honor the members of R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Science Olympiad team for a successful competition season. This year’s team earned second place at the regional Science Olympiad competitions, which earned them a bid to compete at the state level. During that contest, the team placed fifth among the best of the best in all New York State Science Olympiad teams. During the meeting, each student was presented with a commemorative certificate of recognition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154875 Mon, 20 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154875 Three Village Supports ALS Ride for Life Several schools across Three Village helped to support a worthy cause this May, as they raised funds and organized pep rallies to support the ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis)Ride for Life. At Arrowhead Elementary School, students and staff made signs to support the ride’s journey to Washington, D.C., which they displayed outside around the bus circle as the ride visited the building on its way to New York City. Earlier this year, Ride for Life founder Chris Pendergast visited Arrowhead to present information about ALS and the Ride for Life. Following the moving assembly, the student body vowed to organize several fundraisers to support the cause. The student council organized a fundraiser called “Ride for the Ride.” Students gained sponsors to donate funds in exchange for the students riding their bike, scooter or skateboard for 30 minutes. Gina Schwartz’s fourth grade class organized an ALS spirit week leading up to the day of the Ride for Life arrival and collected donations at lunchtime. Fifth grade students organized a Dimes for Dollars fundraiser. Collaboratively, the school collected $1,261 to support the cause. Each May, in honor of ALS Awareness Month, the ALS Ride for Life travels across Long Island over the course of several days. Patients and supporters ride in electric wheelchairs and scooters to spread awareness, information and raise funds for ALS. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154872 Fri, 17 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154872 Athletes Inspire Setauket Readers Setauket Elementary School students were inspired to become lifelong readers when members of Stony Brook University’s athletic programs visited to share some of their favorite stories. As part of the Seawolves Reading Program, athletes from various teams visited a number of classes as part of the outreach program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154873 Fri, 17 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154873 Ward Melville's First Steam Saturday - May 18 Click here to view the flyer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154871 Fri, 17 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154871 A Homerun for All-District Chorus Three Village Central School District’s All-District Chorus took to the national stage, as they performed the national anthem at Citi Field before a Mets game this spring. The group, which was under the direction of Karen Voli, was comprised of 120 sixth graders from all five elementary schools. In addition, the performers were supported by more than 500 district parents and friends during the event. “The students performed magnificently and had a great time at the game following their performance,” said Anthony Pollera, district director of music. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154868 Thu, 16 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154868 100th Win for WMHS Boys Lacrosse The Ward Melville High School boys varsity lacrosse coaches earned their 100th win during this year’s competition season, a remarkable accomplishment for the two-time New York State championship coaching staff. “I am truly blessed to be part of such a wonderful community and school district that supports the goals of its student athletes and coaches,” head coach Jay Negus said. “I would like to thank all the players that have helped us as a program reach this prestigious milestone. It has been a true team effort from the coaches and the players that are so proud to be Ward Melville Patriots!” The district congratulates the current and past team members for helping to reach this milestone and coaches Murphy, Muscarella and Negus for their leadership and dedication. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154867 Thu, 16 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154867 Heading to County Playoffs Ward Melville High School’s boys and girls badminton teams have qualified to participate in county playoffs, in only its second year as a program! The boys team is playing May 16 at Miller Place and the girls team is playing at Half Hollow Hills East. Go Patriots! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154870 Thu, 16 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154870 Ward Melville Students Take Part in Health Challenge Ward Melville High School’s HOSA club participated in the 2019 Northwell Health’s Spark! Challenge to gain a better understanding of the various STEM careers in the medical field. During the event, the students met and spent the day with the health and safety coordinator at Northwell Health. They learned just what that job entails and how this coordinator needs to work with many different departments in the medical field to make the business of health care run smoothly for staff, families and patients combined. The safety coordinator works with the environmental administrator, the physician’s assistant, and the lab technician specialist, training them to help provide the best possible care for everyone. Before concluding the day, the students met with their peers from all over Long Island to learn about the different career opportunities available to them and network about their similar interests. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154863 Tue, 14 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154863 Minnesauke Students Recognized as Leaders Minnesauke Elementary School sixth graders Matthew Barry and Isabella Rowett received the 2019 Suffolk Zone Outstanding Physical Education Student Leadership Award. Barry and Rowett were selected by their physical education teachers for outstanding performance in all aspects of physical education. The students were honored at a ceremony at Bay Shore High School, where they received an award and T-shirt. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154606 Mon, 13 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154606 Budget Newsletter Now Available http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154866 Mon, 13 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154866 Becoming Financially Savvy at Ward Melville Ward Melville High School recently provided students with a wealth of information about personal financial health during a “Money Talks” workshop hosted by Industry Advisory Board (3V-IAB) members Dina Isola and Hope Kinney. During the event, students received a crash course on making wise financial decisions. The presenters covered topics such as savings, credit and managing college loans. Referencing how Warren Buffet started his empire at age 11 taking advantage of one simple concept, the students learned that it is never too early to embrace sound financial management practices. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154605 Fri, 10 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154605 Creating Japanese Beauty at Arrowhead Arrowhead Elementary School third grade students in Lorraine Hegarty’s, Lorin Herrmann’s, Jennie Starr’s and Danielle Tardo’s classes celebrated Children’s Day, the Japanese national holiday (May 5), with lessons on the culture, art and iconic symbolism of the East Asian nation. In addition to creating some beautiful crafts, the students learned some new vocabulary words as they put together stunning representations of the country’s artwork. They learned about origami, the traditional art of folding paper, and heard about various uses for paper handheld fans, including how they were used to send secret messages. They were also taught a fun way to make cherry blossom artwork by blowing ink through a plastic straw and attaching pink tissue paper for the blossoms. The students also found some pinecones and branches on the school property to add to their ikebana displays, the disciplined art form that relies on developing a closeness with nature. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154604 Thu, 09 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154604 Children and Screens Workshop - May 16 Those interested in attending this event should RSVP, as space is limited. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154865 Thu, 09 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154865 A Bracket of Literary Favorites at Mount In the spirit of this year’s March Madness basketball series, W.S. Mount Elementary School third grade students took part in a literary-themed book bracket. Based on student suggestions and teacher nominations, a bracket of the top 16 books were displayed on a large board in the school’s main hallway. In class, the students voted each week on their favorite choice, which spanned categories such as picture, informational, mystery, historical fiction and graphic novels. This year’s book of the year was “I Survived the Sinking of the Titanic, 1912” by Lauren Tarshis. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154603 Wed, 08 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154603 Congratulations on 100 Wins!! Congratulations to the Varsity Boys Lacrosse Coaching Staff on their 100th Win!! COACH NEGUS COACH MURPHY COACH MUSCARELLA http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154864 Wed, 08 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154864 Ward Melville’s Yearbook Earns National Awards Ward Melville High School’s Invictus Yearbook staff received numerous awards at the JEA/NSPA Spring National High School Journalism Convention in Anaheim, California. This semiannual gathering of high school journalists and advisers is co-sponsored by the Journalism Education Association and the National Scholastic Press Association and is the largest gathering of student journalists in the country. Ward Melville’s students had top submissions in photography, layout, advertising, graphic design, journalism, and copy and caption writing. Congratulations to the following student-honorees and their advisers, Camryn Baum and Christine Solntzeff. Jessica Sung – Superior in Newspaper Layout Camryn Zezelic – Superior in First Year Photo Kayla Zorn – Superior in Graphic Design: Advertising Jocelyn Su – Excellent in Graphic Design: Infographic Liliana Ayer – Honorable Mention in Yearbook Copy/Caption: Student Life Writing Grace Boyle – Honorable Mention in Graphic Design Logo Emily DeStefano – Honorable Mention in Yearbook Copy/Caption Academics Writing Harrison Goldstein – Honorable Mention in Portfolio Caitlin Lynch – Honorable Mention in Yearbook Copy/Caption Sports Writing Adriana Orduna – Honorable Mention in Yearbook Layout: Theme http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154602 Tue, 07 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154602 Student-Scientists Find the Formula for Success An esteemed group of student-scientists from P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools recently showcased their scientific prowess at the New York State Science Olympiad Tournament in Syracuse on April 6 and 7. At the tournament, the best 1,100 teams from New York State competed in more than 20 challenging science and engineering events which spanned a vast assortment of topics. Competing with exemplary poise, pride and sportsmanship, the team from P.J. Gelinas Junior High School secured a first place finish at the state tournament and will be competing in the upcoming national tournament. Additionally, the team from R.C. Murphy Junior High School placed fifth among a challenging group of competitors. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154601 Fri, 03 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154601 Gelinas Students Lend Artistic Talents P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s National Junior Art Honor Society members lent their creative and artistic talents to fashion a one-of-a-kind mural. The piece features 24 mixed media squares forming the Old Field Point Lighthouse in Setauket. The NJHS members contributed to the project by working on the different squares with the help of adviser Michael Sacco. The completed piece was gifted to Assistant Superintendent Kevin Scanlon and hung in his office using framing created by Gelinas technology teacher Dean Kostis. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154599 Thu, 02 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154599 Mount Musical Is a Hit With Audiences W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth and sixth grade Drama Club members took to the stage this spring to perform the beloved musical, “Aladdin Jr.” before two packed audiences. Working under the direction of Drama Club adviser Gretchen Tranchino, the student-actors rehearsed for months to bring to life the story of how a “diamond in the rough” transforms from a street rat to learn his true worth lies within. During the performances, audiences were transported to a “Whole New World” as the students acted flawlessly and performed such hit songs as “Friend Like Me,” “One Jump Ahead” and “Prince Ali.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154597 Wed, 01 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154597 Honoring Students and Staff During its April meeting, the Three Village Central School District Board of Education took time to honor several students and a member of the staff. Many R.C. Murphy Junior High School writers were celebrated for their creative pieces that were honored through this year’s Scholastic Art & Writing competition, as well as the Walt Whitman Student Poetry Contest. R.C. Murphy Junior High School student Mohammed Saud Haleem and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School student Jacob Paredes were celebrated for winning the school’s Geography Bee. District Director of Facilities James O’Hagan was recognized for being named the 2019 Council of Administrators and Supervisors Administrator of the Year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154598 Wed, 01 May 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154598 50th Reunion for the First Graduating Class of Ward Melville HS http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154594 Tue, 30 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154594 Hunting for Mathematical Fun Setauket Elementary School students are brushing up on their foundational mathematics skills as part of a fun activity organized by school math specialist Lisa Wall. In the spirit of the spring season, Ms. Wall created an egg hunt activity for all grade 1-5 students that could be conducted in individual classrooms. Hidden in the 32 eggs were math questions specifically targeted to each grade level and aligned with the district’s Go Math! program. After discovering the hidden eggs, the students worked independently to solve the challenge. Each problem was specifically tailored to test the students’ understanding of a concept previously covered in class. After the students’ responses were reviewed by the classroom teacher and Ms. Wall, both were able to provide additional support and instruction on concepts that students had incorrectly answered. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154595 Tue, 30 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154595 Award-Winning Picture Books Several students from the Three Village Central School District were honored for their creativity and talents with honorable mentions and awards during the fifth annual Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Award. The Helen Stein Shack Book Contest called for teens in grades 7 through 12 who live in the Three Village Central School District to create a children’s picture book. Each entry could be the work of a single author/illustrator or a collaborative effort between an author and an illustrator. The contest was divided into two grade categories, grades 7 through 9 and grades 10 through 12, with one first-prize winner and one second-prize winner selected from each group. Congratulations to the following honorees: First Prize (Grades 7-9 category): “Gerald’s Share” by Nicole Xiao First Prize (Grades 10-12 category): “You Saved the Earth: A Plastic Bottle’s Journey” by Juliet Weschke Second Prize (Grades 7-9 category): “Lily and Liam’s Summer at the Library” by Riley Meckley Second Prize (Grades 10-12 category): “Simon’s Day at the Beach” by Nicole Freeley Each of the winners’ books were bound and added to the Library’s Local Focus Collection and winners received monetary scholarships. First-prize winners Nicole Xiao (eighth grader at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School) and Juliet Weschke (10th grader at Ward Melville High School) received $400 checks, and second-prize winners Riley Meckley (ninth grader at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School) and Nicole Freeley (11th grader at Ward Melville High School) received $100 checks. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154596 Tue, 30 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154596 A Visit with the Governor Ward Melville High School students and staff were recently invited to Stony Brook University to listen as New York State Governor Andrew M. Cuomo delivered his budget talk this April. The students were from Vince Cereola’s AP lit class. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154593 Fri, 26 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154593 FREE Substance Abuse Training- Parents, Teens, Professionals http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154592 Wed, 24 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154592 Working to Pay It Forward R.C. Murphy Junior High School student Alexa Moore has been a driving force behind spreading awareness and fundraising to support childhood cancer research, a drive that has been extremely personal for her over the last 11 years. Alexa attended and volunteered at her first event as an honored child back in 2008, when she donated her purple piggy bank that contained almost $200 to help support the cause. It was from that day forward that Alexa realized how important this cause was not only to her, but to all those fighting pediatric cancer. Alexa has become an activist, raising awareness and helping others who have had similar battles. She is a cancer survivor of almost 11 years, having been diagnosed with clear cell sarcoma of the kidney – a very rare cancer. Alexa has been a guest speaker to peers her own age at several other St. Baldrick’s events and this year was the driving force behind bringing the event to her school. While managing to maintain straight As and stay an active member of the school and community, Alexa took on the challenge of running St. Baldrick’s on her own. Under the guidance of Mr. Gries, Alexa began her fundraising efforts by spreading the word on social media and making posters with her friend Zach to advertise around the school. She became a team captain and many of her peers joined her in the effort to raise money for their first St. Baldrick’s event. Together they raised $10,630, and the entire event brought in $12,406 for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154869 Thu, 18 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154869 Bookmarking a Charitable Fundraiser W.S. Mount Elementary School sixth graders put their creative talents to use to support a local food pantry whose supplies were running low. Working as a grade level, the students created inspirational bookmarks to sell during lunch periods. They took turns setting up the table with the beautifully decorated, laminated bookmarks and sold them to their peers. In one week, the students raised $700 to purchase supplies for the food pantry. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155667 Tue, 16 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155667 Understanding the Dangers of Distracted Driving In honor of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, Ward Melville High School health classes recently participated in a two-day Town of Brookhaven Safety Town initiative. This program helped to support the district’s health curriculum in recognizing the dangers of distracted driving, including texting, using a phone or being under the influence of any chemical substance. On the first day, students were asked how certain situations and scenarios can be avoided. On the second day, they participated in a variety of exercises designed to replicate the impairment created by drinking, chemical substance use or texting. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155666 Mon, 15 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155666 Celebrating Successes The district’s Board of Education recently celebrated the successes of several student-artists and science research scholars. Minnesauke Elementary School student Julia Hou was commended for being named a 2019 New York State Arbor Day Poster Contest winner. For her submission, Julia created a picture showcasing the habitats of bats. R.C. Murphy Junior High School student Carolyn Liu was commended for her painting “Across the Three Village Inn,” which had been accepted into the 2019 National Junior Art Honor Society juried exhibition. Ward Melville High School InSTAR students Kelsey Ge, Maya Pena-Lobel, Megan Specht and Elizabeth Wang were celebrated with the assistance of two representatives from Regeneron. Earlier this winter, the four students were named Scholars in the prestigious Regeneron Science Talent Search. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155665 Fri, 12 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155665 Making It Rain in Nassakeag Science Lab Nassakeag Elementary School kindergarten students in Adrienne D'Onofrio’s class learned about what makes rain during an interactive science lab experiment. Following proper safety rules, the students filled a container with water and scooped shaving cream on top, then used a dropper to place colored water on top of the shaving cream. While observing, they noticed that the colored watered went through the shaving cream. They identified the colored water as representing the rain and the shaving cream as the clouds, and concluded that when the clouds are fuller, the moisture (rain) comes through them. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155664 Thu, 11 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155664 Spring into Art Show - April 13 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155668 Thu, 11 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155668 Knitting Hats for Patients Dubbing themselves the “Setauket SACC Super Stitchers,” 24 students who attend Setauket Elementary School’s SACC program worked from mid-January to mid-March to learn to loom knit hats in baby and toddler sizes. As part of a different community service project each year, the program either makes or collects items that are distributed to worthy causes. This year’s hats project is being donated to the Child Life Services program at Stony Brook University Hospital. The students’ hard work and dedication resulted in 30 completed hats. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155662 Wed, 10 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155662 Charity Sports Night Three Village Central School District elementary school teachers, staff and administrators came together to take part in one of the most spirited nights of the year – the annual TVTA Charity Sports Night. Throughout the evening, the teams represented their school as they competed in a number of silly, sport-themed activities. The evening raised more than $11,170 for student scholarships. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155663 Wed, 10 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155663 Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau Workshops http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155661 Wed, 10 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155661 "Money Talks" is here! Ward Melville Students will Learn from the Experts how to be Financially Responsible Ward Melville High School will be hosting Three Village Industry Advisory Board (3V-IAB) members, Dina Isola and Hope Kinney, who will be providing students with a crash course on making wise financial decisions starting NOW! Relevant topics such as savings, credit and managing college loans will be covered. Learn how Warren Buffet started his empire at age 11 taking advantage of one simple concept. This will be a fun and engaging experience for all with a Kahoot! challenge and prizes each period! "Money Talks" will be held in the LGI periods 4-9 on Monday, April 15th for students to attend as an in-school field trip. Economics classes and seniors get priority as seating is limited. To sign up, students should see Ms. Chesney or Ms. Littman by April 11th. Don't miss out on this opportunity, it could change your life! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155660 Wed, 10 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155660 Calendar Update – Schools Closed April 17, May 24 and May 28 The district has not used any of the designated days for emergency closing. In anticipation that we will not be using our emergency closing days this year, two of the three unused days will result in an extended Memorial Day Weekend. The district will be closed on Friday, May 24 and Tuesday, May 28. In addition, there will be no school on Wednesday, April 17, which had been designated as a contingency emergency closing day. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155659 Tue, 09 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155659 Champions of School Spirit March 29, 2019 - In a sellout crowd, Arrowhead students and families "raised the roof" in support of their teachers and staff members at the District's annual Charity Sports Night. Arrowhead's spirit was topped off with Arrowhead band students performing pep-band-style in the bleachers under the direction of Orchestra Teacher Ms. Poidomani. Although Arrowhead placed third, all were winners raising over $11,000 for charities. Way to go Arrowhead! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155658 Fri, 05 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155658 Journeys Into American Indian Territory March 2019 - Arrowhead's gymnasium was transformed into an authentic Native American experience. 4th-graders learned native customs, ancient teachings and craftworks during the Journeys Into American Indian Territory presentation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155657 Thu, 04 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false155657 Ward Melville Students Qualify for International Science Competition As a result of their science research projects, Ward Melville High School senior Kelsey Ge and junior Leo Takemaru placed first in their division at the Long Island Science and Engineering Fair. Both now qualify to compete at the International Science and Engineering Fair in Phoenix, Arizona. Leo’s project focused on how human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), which weakens the body’s ability to fight infection. His research strongly indicates that a recently discovered protein, CCDC11, is required for efficient budding of HIV particles from cells. Therefore, inhibition of CCDC11 may be an effective method to fight HIV-1 in the future. Kelsey’s research focused on the identification and evaluation of the manifest ways in which tropical cyclone and hurricane evolution has changed over the past four decades. Factors quantifying the intensity, intensification and short-term changes of each cyclone were analyzed over time and assessed for statistical significance. These trends were then compared to heat, moisture and wind composition values. This two-pronged approach points to the long-term environmental changes that are associated with these trends and how they may be related to climate change. During the international competition, Kelsey and Leo will be competing against students from around the world for a top prize of $75,000. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154975 Thu, 04 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154975 Ward Melville Science Olympiad Team is Off to Nationals After winning the Eastern Long Island Science Olympiad Regional Tournament in January and breaking a regional record for best overall score, Ward Melville High School’s Science Olympiad team competed against the top 55 teams in New York at the 2019 New York State Science Olympiad Tournament, where they clinched second place and earned a bid to the national competition. New York State is the most competitive state in the nation for Science Olympiad, with a total of 678 teams participating this year. Each year, only the first- and second-place teams from New York can qualify to move on to the national tournament. During the state contest, Ward Melville’s talented team of students received top 10 placements in 17 out of 23 events, with notable performances in Astronomy, Code Busters, Disease Detectives, Forensics, Fossils and Wright Stuff. “Qualifying for the Science Olympiad National Tournament is always Ward Melville’s primary objective and driving motivation,” coach Jenny Serigano said. “In the past several years, our team has experienced a tumultuous mix of stunning victories and heart-wrenching defeats. After two years in a row of coming in third place and narrowly missing our goal of qualifying for nationals, our Ward Melville team achieved a second-place victory and beat out longtime rivals from Fayetteville-Manlius.” Ward Melville’s team will be making a triumphant return to the national tournament for the first time in three years and will be competing against the best 60 teams in the nation at Cornell University on May 31. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154973 Wed, 03 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154973 Focusing on Wellness P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s new ninth-grade Hands on Health course is designed to enable students to participate in activities and lessons centered on myriad health and wellness topics. As part of a recent unit on mindfulness and stress relief, the students conducted presentations for their peers based on comprehensive research. They delivered 10-minute activities and then organized push-in lessons for the seventh-grade classes, which included PowerPoint presentations and different activities pertaining to health-enhancing behaviors. Additionally, the entire class participated in a yoga workshop during a field trip to Avalon Park. Other units included as part of the course were teambuilding, communication, mental health and relationships. The class will conclude the year with lessons on hands-only CPR and presentations on the many careers in the health field. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154974 Wed, 03 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154974 Immigration Simulation at Mount As an extension of their social studies curriculum, fifth-grade students at W.S. Mount Elementary School stepped back in time to participate in an immigration simulation. Before the event, the students researched a family member who had immigrated to the United States and then created a fictional individual based on their research. On the day of the immigration simulation, the students dressed and acted as that individual as they embodied his or her persona. Once inside the cafeteria, or “Ellis Island,” they began the process of becoming an immigrant. Parent and staff volunteers were on hand in the school’s mini-gym monitoring the different immigration stations, which checked the immigrants’ background, vocation, character and health, and ultimately cleared them for citizenship. Once accepted as citizens, the students were asked to review a copy of the federal Constitution, were given a commemorative U.S. citizen identification card stamped with their fingerprints and were asked to recite the Oath of Citizenship. At the conclusion of the program, the fifth-graders gathered in the auditorium to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and the Oath of Citizenship in unison. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154971 Tue, 02 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154971 Ward Melville Artists Earn Regional Honors Ward Melville High School student-artists regularly captivate audiences with their talents, and this March those skills earned a number of students high honors in the 2019 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards in the Northeast Art Region-at-Large. The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following students on these exceptional honors: Natasha Bartley – a Gold Key for digital art Natasha Bartley – two Silver Keys and two honorable mentions for drawings and illustrations Erica Lin – a Silver Key for digital art Eva Reznik – a Silver Key and two honorable mentions for drawings and illustrations Hawon Roh – an honorable mention for drawing and illustration Cleo Watson (not pictured) – an honorable mention for digital art Cleo Watson (not pictured) – a Silver Key and an honorable mention for her comic art http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154972 Tue, 02 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154972 Wellness Week at Nassakeag With the support and organization of the school’s Site-Based Management Team, Nassakeag Elementary School students and staff took part in activities and programs in honor of Wellness Week this March. To kick off the event, the school welcomed guest speakers on a day they called Mindful Monday. During an assembly program, Dana Cavalea, former strength and conditioning coach of the New York Yankees, spoke with the students about his book, “Habits of a Champion.” For the remainder of the week, each day followed a central theme as well. On Tasty Tuesday, the school’s PTA provided each student with a healthy snack; on Walking Wacky Wednesday, teachers and students wore wacky clothing and went on walks; and for Namaste Thursday, all grades had a yoga session with Missy Cotton, a certified instructor and former student. The week ended with a Fun Friday Drop Everything and Read initiative and evening program for all families. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154969 Mon, 01 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154969 Gelinas Writers Earn Regional Honors Paul J. Gelinas Junior High School students Acadia Kunkel, Ava Della Pietra and Jacqueline Wu were honored for their original works on the regional level of the 2019 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. In Ava’s submission in the personal essay/memoir category, “The Song of the Night,” she crafted a narrative of a young girl’s relationship with her grandfather through a series of memories and reflections upon life. For this piece, Ms. Della Pietra received the Gold Key award, the highest distinction available for the Northeast Writing Region-at-Large. Acadia’s short story, “When You Thought Nothing Could Go Wrong" is about a girl, Alison, a skilled violinist who gets first chair in a prestigious youth orchestra in Manhattan. The story shows how even the best and the brightest struggle with stage fright and imperfections. Jacqueline was honored with a Silver Key award for her short story, “Forever.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154970 Mon, 01 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154970 WMHS SHARP Club's 8th Annual ZUMBA for AUTISM Fundraiser Friday, April 5, 2019 Doors open at 6:30 PM Ward Melville High School Gymnasium NEW THIS YEAR: You can preregister or donate online. Go to www.myschoolbucks.com New York - Three Village CSD - Create an account - Click on the Zumba for Autism button If you already have an account, just look for the Zumba for Autism logo (donate button or registration button). $20/person or $10 for students You can also pay at the door or send donations to WMHS c/o Amy Cusumano (SHARP Club Advisor) See flyer for more details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154968 Mon, 01 Apr 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154968 Three Village District Leader Honored by SCOPE Three Village Central School District Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich was named an Administrator Service Award honoree during the 18th annual SCOPE Education Services awards dinner. The award was presented in honor of Ms. Pedisich’s unwavering dedication to the school district and her expertise. The evening’s honorees were chosen for recognition based on their exemplary contributions to the field of education and for embodying the night’s theme of “Shining Above the Rest” during the 2018-2019 school year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154965 Fri, 29 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154965 Ward Melville DECA Team Qualifies for Nationals As a result of their exceptional performance at the state level, 11 members of Ward Melville High School’s DECA team have qualified to compete in the National DECA Competition in Orlando, Florida, this April. The entire team had an exceptional performance, with seven students placing in the top 10 in their respective events. The district congratulates the entire team, along with adviser Ilene Littman, on their dedication and wishes those competing in nationals the best of luck. Ward Melville’s National Qualifiers: Diego Bennett - First Place – Financial Literacy Promotion Project Elizabeth Wang-First Place – Quick Service Restaurant Management Akshay Malhotra-Second Place – Principles of Hospitality and Tourism Hannah Lu-Third Place – Restaurant and Food Service Management Ashley Zhang-Fourth Place – Hotel and Lodging Management Jade Eggleston and Jessica Guo-Fifth Place – Buying and Merchandising TEAM event Dara Berman and Katie Zhao-Fifth Place – Marketing Management TEAM event Leo Takemaru and Dale Yu-Fifth Place – Business Law and Ethics TEAM event Top 10 in New York State Competition: Michael Bernstein – Business Services Marketing Eric Chung – Automotive Services Marketing Jonathan Huang – Accounting Applications Elyas Masrour – Retail Merchandising Nancy Zhong – Principles of Finance Chelsea Pan and Eileen Whelan – Hospitality Services TEAM event http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154966 Fri, 29 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154966 Spring Into Art & Technology http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154967 Fri, 29 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154967 ‘Grease’ Was the Word at Gelinas P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students transported audiences back to the 1950s as they donned poodle skirts and took to the stage to bring the classic story of “Grease” to life. From Pink Ladies to black leather jacket-wearing greasers, the students embraced the storylines of the students at Rydell High and captivated audiences with their vocal and acting performances during the multinight run, including a complementary performance for district sixth-graders. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154962 Thu, 28 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154962 Representing School and Country at Model UN Delegates from Ward Melville High School’s Model United Nations won their first award at the 2019 National High School Model United Nations conference. Their diplomacy skills as representatives of the People’s Republic of China earned them an Award of Merit, a distinction given to only three schools each year. At the conference, delegates simulated various United Nations committees with participants from all over the nation and the world. They approached the topics that were discussed in their committees from the point of view of the People’s Republic of China, collaborating with delegates representing other countries to find solutions to the world’s most pressing issues. Senior Delegate Samuel Kim was also recognized with the Award of Distinction. This is the highest honor given to an individual delegate in committee for outstanding leadership and diplomacy. Samuel represented South Africa in the International Atomic Energy Agency committee, where he debated the feasibility of nuclear energy in developing countries. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154963 Thu, 28 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154963 Arrowhead Students Rock Their Socks! 3/21/19 - Arrowhead students celebrated World Down Syndrome Day and rocked their colorful socks to raise donations for and awareness of Down Syndrome. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154964 Thu, 28 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154964 Making ‘News’ With Murphy’s School Musical R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s talented student-actors took to the stage this March to bring the Broadway classic “Newsies” to life. Before packed audiences, including a complementary performance for district sixth-graders and senior citizens, the students told the tale of how the New York Newsboys went on strike in 1899, seeking fair wages for their work. The performers’ talent was evident from the opening number, and audiences were enthralled by the students on stage throughout the musical. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154960 Wed, 27 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154960 Sharing a Love for Music Ward Melville High School’s chamber orchestra recently collaborated with the William Floyd High School’s chamber orchestra for an afternoon workshop centered on music and cultural exchange. To help welcome the visitors, each Ward Melville student was paired with a William Floyd student during the event and shared a music stand while rehearsing. The two groups, comprised of 62 student-musicians, studied four different pieces of music during the workshop. Throughout the event, the pairs enjoyed learning about each other’s shared passion for music, the types of pieces they have performed and different techniques for performance. The program ended with an impromptu concert for family and friends in the Ward Melville High School auditorium. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154961 Wed, 27 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154961 Renowned and Acclaimed Writers at Murphy Student-writers at R.C. Murphy Junior High School are often inspired to pen remarkable literary pieces in and out of the classroom, and this winter some of those pieces garnered several authors national and regional awards. Two students won national honors in the Scholastic Art & Writing Competition as a result of their original pieces. Earning National Silver Medals for Writing, which ranks them among the top 1 percent in the country, were ninth-graders Jennifer Cabrera and Kate Glenn for their Flash Fiction submissions. Additionally, several students were honored in the Walt Whitman Birthplace Student Poetry Contest, a competition that drew hundreds of submissions from across Long Island. One student from each age category won Grand Champion and three were selected from each category as a winner. Murphy eighth-grader Kate Sun was named the Grand Champion in the grade 7-8 category; ninth-grader Sally Gliganic was named the Grand Champion in the grade 9-10 category and eighth-grader Natalie Dreyer was named the winner in the grade 7-8 category. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154958 Tue, 26 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154958 Taking Care of Teddy Setauket Elementary School kindergarten students had the chance to act as emergency room doctors during a recent interactive workshop with representatives from Stony Brook University. During the Teddy Bear Clinic program, before suiting up as professional doctors the students were reminded of important safety tips when riding a car or a bicycle. Wearing protective gloves, hairnets and facemasks, the students took care of their most precious stuffed animals by adhering bandages, braces and splints. The program served not only as a reminder of a variety of safety tips but also to help ease students’ apprehensions about going to the doctor. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154959 Tue, 26 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154959 Science Bowl Team Ranks Second Regionally As a result of their performance and skills, R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Science Bowl team No. 1 came in second place during the Long Island Regional Middle School Science Bowl Competition held at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory this past March. Each year, BNL hosts the competition, which challenges students to answer questions on specific topics in astronomy, biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, earth science, computer science and general science. The competition includes a round robin followed by a single elimination final. A total of 12 teams from across Long Island competed in this year’s contest, and Murphy was represented by two teams. The Three Village Central School District congratulates both Murphy teams, along with their coach Patrick McManus, on their accomplishments. Team No. 1 Members Joshua Lacoff Aaron Robertson Kevin Shi Eamonn Stamm-Walsh Ethan Yu Team No. 2 Members Tyler Byrne Aidan Clarke Justin Harper Michaelangelo Scialabba Dylan Verby http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154956 Mon, 25 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154956 Three Village’s Undefeated Mock Trial Team Three Village Central School District’s Mock Trial has completed its fifth consecutive undefeated regular season in Suffolk County competition, carrying on the winning tradition through hard work, long hours and genuine intellectual curiosity. Team members meet regularly on Saturday mornings and can be found in the Gelinas library conferring with local lawyers, interacting with Long Island judges, and crafting and honing their arguments. Speaking about the importance of case preparation, senior Jake DePinto said, “Preparing for trial is all about the details of the case; we push through the facts of the matter first and make an effort to finetune our arguments.” Mock trial coach Doug Elliot reflects, “One of the things that helps our team assert itself is our students’ thirst for learning and understanding the legal arguments each year. Our members never tire of debating each other at practice and have great respect for the law and, especially, each other.” Seniors Jake DePinto, Emma McBrien, Leio Koga, Gabby Barry, Jay Sangwan and Jeff Casey (pictured left to right with Mr. Elliot) will graduate with an unblemished regular season record, the result of thousands of hours of practice. With the regular season behind them, the team is now busy preparing for the single-elimination playoffs at Suffolk County District Court in the coming weeks. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154957 Mon, 25 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154957 Baking for a Cause at Nassakeag Nassakeag Elementary School fourth-graders in Kathryn Comiskey’s class recently utilized their mathematic skills to create special treats for those who visit the Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry in East Setauket. In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, the students mixed up 18 batched of Irish soda bread using a traditional recipe. For a mathematical twist, after they successfully made their first batch, Ms. Comiskey removed the 1-cup measuring device. The students were then challenged to make the subsequent ones using their understanding of equivalent fractions. “The students loved problem-solving when I took away the 1-cup measure and they had to make the recipe,” Ms. Comiskey said. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154955 Fri, 22 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154955 Coming Together in Service at Minnesauke Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-graders in Patricia Woods’ class recently joined with their first-grade buddies in Jennifer Frole’s class to organize a community service project in the spirit of the St. Patrick’s Day holiday. Both classes collected small toiletry items and packaged them in party bags, each of which included “lucky” green shamrock notes. Additionally, the classes made flowers out of tissue paper that were placed in decorated water-bottle vases. The classes’ 93 gift bags were donated to Meals on Wheels and another local charitable organization. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153956 Fri, 22 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false153956 Three Village JHS Science Olympiad Teams Advance As a result of their exceptional performance on the regional level, both R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas Junior High Schools’ Science Olympiad teams have qualified to compete in the New York State tournament this year. The students worked extremely hard under the direction of their team of coaches to prepare for the competition season. During the contests, students complete against peers from across the region in a series of science events, testing their knowledge on such topics as astronomy, chemistry and forensics. Events vary in format from exams to hands-on build events, for which students need to work collaboratively to create a structure or device to deploy during specific events. The Three Village Central School District commends the teams and wishes them well at the state level. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153954 Thu, 21 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false153954 Lessons With a Visiting Scientist at Gelinas Continuing with the school’s “Lunch with a Scientist” series, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-graders recently welcomed visiting scientist Dr. Vatsal Bhatt, senior energy policy adviser at Brookhaven National Laboratory and director for cities and communities at the U.S. Green Building Council. The talk was based around Dr. Bhatt’s career of research in the fields of energy usage and impacts on climate change. He touched upon how he has helped to develop and implement energy, water and climate change systems modelling for long-term national, regional and urban analysis. This included an evaluation of how the energy policies were developed between the United States, India and China from 2007-2014 to examine energy usage and climate change. The experience enhanced the understanding of these topics for the seventh-grade Gelinas scientists, as they walked away with a better understanding of what they individually can do to reduce energy consumption in their daily life and in buildings and communities around them. This understanding will help the students in future coursework and decision-making with respect to energy usage. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153955 Thu, 21 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false153955 Sex Offender Notification - March 20, 2019 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153953 Thu, 21 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false153953 Teachers Present Nationally P.J. Gelinas Junior High School art teacher Michael Sacco and Minnesauke Elementary School art teacher Christine Sacco were selected to present during the 2019 National Art Education Association’s National Convention in Boston from March 14-16. This event is considered to be the largest gathering of visual arts education professionals in the world. During the event, attendees can choose from more than 1,000 engaging and informative sessions, workshops, tours, events and exhibits designed by and for art educators. Over 5,000 art educators were in attendance. Mr. and Ms. Sacco presented a joint session featuring service and collaboration projects the Gelinas and Minnesauke National Junior Art Honor Society chapters have completed over the past few years. Separately, Ms. Sacco presented an individual session featuring her grade level projects that she has collaborated in over the past 20 years. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153951 Wed, 20 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false153951 Student Design Graces National Stage A logo design created by Ward Melville High School junior Corrine Ange was not only celebrated in her advanced graphic design class this winter but lauded on the national level as it was selected as the winning design in a Davis Art Blank Apron design contest. Created with the guidance of art teacher Cortney Weisman, Corinne’s winning design was printed on aprons given to every art teacher/attendee at this year’s National Art Education Association Convention, held in Boston this March. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153952 Wed, 20 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false153952 Legal Notice - NYS Section 211 Waiver NEW YORK STATE SECTION 211 WAIVER PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, at its regular meeting of January 16, 2019, the Board of Education of the Three Village Central School District conditionally appointed Richard Pulaski to the position of Interim Principal for R.C.Murphy Junior High School, commencing on February 1,2019, at a compensation rate not to exceed $700.00 per diem. The Board of Education hereby notifies resident taxpayers that Mr. Pulaski has received the approval of the Commissioner of Education for employment in the District pursuant to Section 211 of the Retirement and Social Security Law, at a compensation rate not to exceed $700.00 per diem, and will continue to receive his pension while employed by the Board of Education. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153948 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false153948 Ward Melville Lands Prize in Blue Ocean Entrepreneur International Competition Ward Melville High School’s business department landed a $1,000 prize for being one of the top three schools internationally that brought in the most submissions for the 2018-19 Blue Ocean Entrepreneurship Competition. There were more than 550 student participants with 250 submissions from over 90 high schools in 26 states and nine countries. The school’s participation in this competition was facilitated by business teacher Ilene Littman, who incorporated the contest into Ward Melville’s Marketing H classes and allowed interested DECA members to enter as well. In addition to its prize for most submissions, three of Ward Melville’s Blue Ocean Entrepreneurship team submissions also made it into the semifinals/top 50 list: The AnglerPack – Grace Lin, Juri Nagata, Nancy Zhong and Julia Zhu The Perfect Gift – Courtney Lerner and Lexi Ward Crescendo – George Kuhen, Akshay Malhotra and Adeena Shahzadi The Blue Ocean competition is an international, virtual, and student-founded and supported pitch competition for high school entrepreneurs. It is the largest entrepreneurship competition in the United States based on Blue Ocean Strategy concepts, including creating new products that are first to the market and free of competition. Individuals or teams pitch their innovative business concepts via a video to experienced entrepreneurs and businesspeople. “Blue Ocean Strategy” and “Blue Ocean Shift” are two of the most popular business books of the century and are often required reading at the country’s top colleges and universities. One of the authors, Dr. Renée Mauborgne, will personally be visiting Ward Melville to deliver the school’s prize. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153949 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false153949 Watch Ward Melville Lacrosse on ESPN Ward Melville High School’s two-time consecutive New York State Class A championship lacrosse team will demonstrate its talents on a national stage as it participates in the Geico High School Lacrosse Showcase, to be broadcast on ESPNU and ESPN3 this spring. This inaugural event will allow six of the nation’s top high school lacrosse teams to play two games each, with a total of six games taking place at St. Anthony High School’s Cy Donnelly Field in South Huntington. The action will start at 10 a.m. ET both Saturday, April 27 and Sunday, April 28 on ESPNU, with games following at noon and 2 p.m. on ESPN3. “This is exciting news for the boys and our program to be able to showcase their talents and hard work on a national platform against some of the best programs in the country,” coach Jay Negus said. “We are very thankful to Geico, Paragon Marketing and ESPN for this opportunity.” The 2019 Geico High School Lacrosse Showcase schedule: *All team rankings and player rankings are according to Inside Lacrosse. Date Time (ET) Matchup Network Sat, Apr 27 10 a.m. No. 17 Haverford (PA) vs. No. 5 Ward Melville (NY) ESPNU Noon No. 21 Darien (CT) vs. Seton Hall Prep (NJ) ESPN3 2 p.m. Lincoln-Sudbury (MA) vs. No. 6 St. Anthony’s (NY) ESPN3 Sun, Apr 28 10 a.m. No. 21 Darien (CT) vs. No. 6 St. Anthony’s (NY) ESPNU Noon Seton Hall Prep (NJ) vs. No. 5 Ward Melville (NY) ESPN3 2 p.m. Lincoln-Sudbury (MA) vs. No. 17 Haverford (PA) ESPN3 Tickets and further event information are available at geicolax.com/showcase/. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153950 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false153950 NYSED Parent Dashboard Survey The New York State Education Department (NYSED) is developing a Parent Dashboard to increase transparency and make information about school performance and other school-level data easier for parents and the public to access. This is part ofNew York's ESSA plan. NYSED is gathering feedback from parents and stakeholders to guide the work of developing the Parent Dashboard. Parents are encouraged to complete thisfive-minute surveyand provide suggestions on how to make the Parent Dashboard as useful as possible. NYSED will use feedback from the survey to identify the data that is most useful to parents and the public. Informational resources in English and Spanish are available on theParent Dashboard web page. Translations of the survey and resources in other languages will be posted as they become available. If you have any questions, please email ParentDashboard@nysed.gov. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153947 Mon, 18 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false153947 Health Think Tank: Vaping Series-Part III Social Media, Vaping and our Youth: https://www.cnn.com/2019/01/18/health/fda-hearing-vaping-ecigarette-cessation-kids/index.html Surgeon General Parent Tip Sheet If you are a student who needs help to quit vaping, please go down to Guidance or the Counseling Center and talk to one of the following people: Murphy: Ms. Debbi Rakowsky: 631-730-4848 Gelinas: Ms. Pam Roberts: 631-730-4745 Ward Melville: Ms. Alison Herschaft: 631-730-4976 Ms. Tina Marie Rickmers: 631-730-4915 Ms. Glenda Gregory: 631-730-4917 Thank you for working with us to help combat the vaping epidemic. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154752 Tue, 12 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false154752 Three Village STEM Summer Camps – Aug. 5-16 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153946 Mon, 11 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false153946 Vaping – “The Untold Story” Presentation Ward Melville High School March 25 at 6:30 p.m. To help the district adequately plan, please RSVP for this free event at www.SaveYourBreath.eventbrite.com http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153930 Mon, 11 Mar 2019 04:00:00 GMT false153930 Sharing Artistic Talents Nationally P.J. Gelinas Junior High School art teacher Michael Sacco is not only well known for bringing a creative flair to the classroom, but also for sharing his exceptional talents with his colleagues on a national level. This winter, Mr. Sacco penned his 10th article for SchoolArts Magazine, a publication aimed at sharing best practices among educators across the nation. The article focused on Mr. Sacco’s ninth-grade Media Arts 1 course, in particular a T-shirt design project. A copy of the article can be accessed at: http://www.schoolartsdigital.com/i/1078392-mar-2019/52?m4= http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153945 Fri, 08 Mar 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153945 Golden Writers at Murphy As a result of their exceptional talents, 12 R.C. Murphy Junior High School students have been honored with awards in the 2019 Scholastic Art & Writing competition, with three advancing to the national level of judging. Students receiving Gold Keys, Silver Keys, Honorable Mentions or American Visions & Voices Medals are celebrated within their communities through local exhibitions and ceremonies. Gold Key works are then judged nationally by an impressive panel of creative industry experts to receive National Medals, including Gold, Silver, American Visions & Voices, Portfolio Silver with Distinction or Portfolio Gold Medals and Special Awards.\National Medalists are recognized in part at the national ceremony at Carnegie Hall in New York City. The district congratulates the follow students on their exceptional talents: Gold Key Winners (Top 1-5 Percent Regionally) Matthew Chen Musings on the Rach Poetry Jennifer Cabrera My Mother’s Wish Flash Fiction Kate Glenn The Earth Speaks Flash Fiction Silver Key Winners (Top 6-11 Percent Regionally) Kate Glenn The Wolf and the Moon Science Fiction/Fantasy Claire Yang Angel Hairs Flash Fiction Sofia Mulligan First Light Flash Fiction Honorable Mention Winners (Top 12-15 Percent Regionally) Matthew Chen Seven Color Painting Flash Fiction Sophia Kornreich You Flash Fiction Tasnim Loqman Three Hours, Twenty-Seven Flash Fiction Minutes, and Twelve Seconds Iana Podobedov Easy A Flash Fiction Amber Sanchez Lost Flash Fiction Claire Yang the blue cries of thunder Flash Fiction Lilly Zhi Washed Away Flash Fiction Ari Zucker Alone Flash Fiction http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153944 Thu, 07 Mar 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153944 Gelinas Takes to Broadway P.J. Gelinas Junior High School chorus, band and orchestra students took part in an opportunity of a lifetime when they recently attended a Broadway master class on the art and techniques of stage combat. The students learned from Broadway fight choreographers how stage combat works during rehearsal and in a live performance. Following this, they were engaged in a question-and-answer session with two of the ensemble members of “Beautiful: The Carol King Musical,” Nathan Scherich and Stephanie Martignetti. During the session, the group discussed myriad topics, including vocal health and the need for performers to be very conscious of keeping their instrument healthy and drinking lots of water. Concluding the day, the group attended a performance of “Beautiful: The Carol King Musical” on Broadway. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153942 Wed, 06 Mar 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153942 Learning About Language Three Village Central School District grade 4-6 students had the chance to learn about French and Italian during a Foreign Language Fun Night hosted by Ward Melville High School’s language honor societies. During the event, members of the French and Italian honor societies created and organized games and activities for attendees to participate in, as well as cooked and shared authentic dishes from Italy and France and performed songs. The high school students also shared their experiences studying their respective languages and cultures. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153943 Wed, 06 Mar 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153943 Momo Challenge Letter to Parents Please seethe Superintendent'sletter regarding the recent popularity surrounding the online Momo Challenge. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153941 Fri, 01 Mar 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153941 Tasting Literature and Dissecting Nonfiction Stories at Arrowhead In preparation for the launch of their new nonfiction unit of study, fourth-graders at Arrowhead Elementary School took part in two interesting and interactive activities within their classrooms. As they dove into the unit, the students’ classrooms were transformed into “emergency rooms” to provide them the chance to conduct “text feature surgery.” Dressed in hair caps, face masks and aprons, the students operated on different magazines to find helpful nonfiction text features. Once identified, they collected the pieces and worked to determine their purpose. The following class, the rooms were once again transformed – this time into a Book Café. During the event, students “tasted” a variety of nonfiction books and topics, sampling them to determine if they’d like to read them during their nonfiction unit. They completed menu cards, describing what their impressions of the book were and if they would add the piece to their must-read lists. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153937 Thu, 28 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153937 Exploring DNA at Nassakeag In preparation for a field trip to the DNA Learning Center at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory and in conjunction with their science curriculum, Nassakeag Elementary School sixth-grade students recently participated in a two-day DNA workshop. The program featured five different interactive stations, each designed to provide students with an enhanced understanding of the complex subject matter. Students replicated DNA models using K’nex, fashioned double helixes using licorice and candy gum drops, and used a trait wheel to understand different traits that are determined through an individual’s DNA, as well as the difference between genotypes and phenotypes. With the assistance of their Chromebooks, students researched two facts associated with DNA, including genetics, cloning, genetic mutations and RNA, and then completed a jigsaw activity to share their findings. Within the school’s science lab, students completed a strawberry DNA extraction. After placing a strawberry in a plastic bag, they added water, dish soap and salt, mixing the ingredients together to create a mushy liquid. When combined in a test tube with rubbing alcohol, the DNA from the strawberry floated to the surface, enabling the students to separate strands for analysis. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153935 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153935 Measuring Mass at Minnesauke Problem-solving skills and mathematical knowledge was on full display at Minnesauke Elementary School, as students took part in a Mass Cart initiative created by school math AIS teacher Paul Wilgenkamp. On top of the cart were several different items, including a sneaker belonging to Principal Dr. Brian Biscari, a beanbag, baseball, stuffed animal and small water shoe. The cart was also decorated with different math facts, including conversion amounts for pounds to grams and information about mass and weight, all geared toward helping students solve a series of questions. To provide a baseline comparison for an item’s weight, Dr. Biscari’s sneaker was placed on top of a scale in a sealed glass box. During lunch periods, the students visited the cart and took a turn answering questions that increased in difficulty based on grade level. Kindergarteners and first-graders guessed which displayed item they thought had the most mass; second- and third-graders ranked the items from 1-4 based on how much mass they believed they had; fourth-graders converted Dr. Biscari’s sneaker’s mass into grams and then predicted the small water shoe’s mass in grams; and fifth- and sixth-graders converted Dr. Biscari’s sneaker’s mass in grams and ounces as well as predicted the small water shoe’s mass in grams or ounces. They were allowed to pick up each item to feel them and to aid in the comparison efforts. At the end of the week, Mr. Wilgenkamp reviewed the submissions and presented small awards to those who correctly answered their respective question. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153936 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153936 STEM Summer Camps http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153940 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153940 Making Beanies for Nat at Minnesauke As a building, Minnesauke Elementary School is always seeking different ways to give to others, and this winter many students and staff participated in a program geared toward helping bring joy to a girl they had never met. Through a project first organized by the building’s National Junior Art Honor Society that quickly spread through the building with the help of teacher Susan Archer and her class, the school participated in a Beanies for Nat initiative. The project was spearheaded by the Love Your Melon hat company in honor of a girl named Nathalie, who was diagnosed at 12 years old with osteosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer. Through her connection with Love Your Melon, Nat became well known for designing, sketching and ultimately creating mini yarn beanies for the Love Your Melon team members in her spare time. To bring joy to Nat as she battled the terrible disease as well as to show how big of an inspiration she is to others, the company invited individuals across the world to create their own mini beanies using Nat’s technique. Using common household items – including paper towel rolls, yarn, scissors and tissue paper – the Minnesauke students fashioned hundreds of mini caps for Nat and shipped them off to Love Your Melon. All the beanies sent in from across the world will be combined to create an art piece for Nat and her family. To show appreciation for those who participated, Love Your Melon donated one of their signature hats for each box of mini beanies received. Continuing with the giving spirt, Minnesauke payed that donation forward by gifting the hats they received to Stony Brook University, as well as giving a special one to a staff member who is in their own fight against cancer. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153933 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153933 Honoring the Leaders Behind the Student-Athletes Ward Melville High School’s award-wining athletic teams have earned a reputation for excellence both on and off the field – a reputation that has been cultivated with the help of the passionate and dedicated coaching staff. Due to their recent and past successes, three members of the Three Village Central School District coaching staff have been honored by regional or national organizations to date this year. They were celebrated by the district’s Board of Education during a recent February meeting. Executive Director of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Athletics Peter Melore commended varsity lacrosse coach Jay Negus, football coach Chris Boltrek and baseball coach Lou Petrucci for their leadership and acclaimed achievements. Mr. Negus was celebrated for earning the Prep School Lacrosse Showcase 2018 Coach of the Year award from the National Interscholastic Lacrosse Coaches Association. Mr. Boltrek was honored for being named Suffolk County Coach of the Year by the Coaches Association. Mr. Petrucci was commended for receiving the Steve Lembo Memorial Award from New York State Professional Baseball Hot Stove League of baseball scouts. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153934 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153934 Town of Brookhaven Event – ABC’s Of Bullying (April 3) For details on this event, please click the link below: https://www.brookhavenny.gov/Calendar.aspx?EID=1239 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153939 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153939 Murphy Speller Advances to LI Competition As the result of her performance, R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grader Sammi Feil is one of only 50 spellers from Long Island to have qualified for the Long Island Regional Scripps Spelling Bee, which will be held on March 20 at St. Joseph’s College. To qualify for the contest, Sammi had to take an online Scripps spelling and vocabulary test consisting of 50 words. The champion of the 2019 Long Island Regional Scripps Spelling Bee will receive an expenses-paid trip to the 2019 Scripps National Spelling Bee in National Harbor, Maryland, from May 26-31. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153932 Mon, 25 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153932 Murphy Celebrates P.S. I Love You Day The color purple blanketed R.C. Murphy Junior High School as the students and staff celebrated this year’s P.S. I Love You Day. The effort, which was organized by the PBIS committee and spearheaded by guidance counselor Amy Poulos, aimed to inspire individuals to stand up for kindness, cultural respect and being better to each other. Students and staff not only wore purple – the official color associated with the initiative – but also received a purple bracelet inscribed with the words “Be Proud of Who You Are.” Paper hearts with powerful and inspirational quotes were left on each student’s locker, and teachers decorated paper hearts saying why they are proud to be part of the Murphy community. Additionally, students had the chance to snap a commemorative photo in a photo booth set up in the cafeteria during lunch periods and sign a poster celebrating differences, kindness, community and pride. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153931 Mon, 25 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153931 VIDEO: Egg Drop Experiment http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153938 Mon, 25 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153938 Lessons on Comedy and Satire As a way to bring their classroom lessons on satire and comedy out of the textbook and into the real world, Ward Melville High School Advanced Placement Literature and Composition students recently had the chance to visit with a 2015 alumna and learn about her experience as an intern at “Saturday Night Live.” During the event, Ward Melville graduate Rose Kelso discussed the process of bringing the show to fruition each week, which is a highly collaborative effort between the writers, guest hosts and performers. The class also discussed the elements of comedy and satire, more specifically. Student Gabrielle Barry asked what Ms. Kelso has learned through experience, and she responded that it is important to be patient with oneself in seeking opportunities, and also to be confident. She stated it’s okay not to know everything right away, but be patient in order to learn and grow. Another student, Bobby Rau, asked what makes the perfect joke, to which Ms. Kelso replied that it depends on timing, knowing your audience and understanding the situation. She added that comedy is based on situational or ironic contrasts and that comedic timing is measured in “beats,” making the delivery of a joke as important as what is actually said. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153928 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153928 Poets Earn Regional Acclaim Based on their exceptional talents, seven P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students – Reyva Jamdar, Sana Khan, Sarah Khan, Sophia Khan, Riley Meckley, Sheza Siddiqui and Julia Weinstein – were honored for their original pieces of work during this year’s Brookhaven's Got Talent Poetry Slam. Students in grades 7-12 were invited to submit to the contest, and selected poems were read aloud during the poetry slam. Each student was honored with a certificate of appreciation following the event. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153929 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153929 Italian Experiences With Ward Melville Students Ward Melville High School Italian classes experienced different aspects of authentic Italian culture during a recent field trip. Beginning in a Ferrari-Maserati showroom, the students learned about the history of the automobile manufacturing company founded in Italy. After a brief presentation, the students were given the opportunity to design their own Ferrari and sit in different models. In the second part of the trip, they enjoyed a tasty lunch at Umberto’s, where they were able to see how the “pizzaioli” made pizzas following traditional Italian style, before enjoying their own pizzas. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153926 Thu, 14 Feb 2019 06:00:00 GMT false153926 Reflecting on Creativity at Setauket Setauket Elementary School students showcased their creativity and talents this winter by entering the PTA Reflections Contest, with projects focused on this year’s theme of “Heroes Around Me.” The contest, which is designed to spark imagination and creativity in home and school, calls for students in grades K-12 to create and submit original works of art in one of six categories. As a result of the local level of judging, the following Setauket students were recognized as winners and had their projects submitted to the regional level. The district congratulates Valentina Ellis (visual arts and literature project), Graham Gregory (visual arts project) and Avery Timm (visual arts project). http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153927 Thu, 14 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153927 Knitting Up Donations at Nassakeag Colorful skeins of wool have filled a classroom at Nassakeag Elementary School, as students have learned to use various looms to knit beautiful scarves for those in need. Working within the school’s Looming Club and under the direction of adviser Linda Earls, the 25 student-members have been learning the craft since late October. Working on individual pieces, the club has already fashioned a number of scarves and a hat. This February, they packaged more than 20 of their creations and sent them to the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless. The club will continue to work on donations during each of their meetings, which will run through the month of March. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153925 Thu, 14 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153925 Gelinas Students Hear About Mars Research P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grade students went behind the scenes of space exploration during a recent Lunch With a Scientist program involving guest speaker Dr. Joel Hurowitz, assistant professor from Stony Brook University’s Department of Geosciences. The talk, held during the students’ lunch period, was based around Professor Hurowitz’s research of the surface of Mars using current and future NASA rover missions. Throughout the presentation, he focused on the development of an instrument that will be placed on an arm of the rover NASA plans send to the Martian surface in the year 2020. The instrument, known as PIXL, for Planetary Instrument for X-Ray Lithochemistry, will be mounted at the end of the rover’s robotic arm, allowing it to be placed next to a rock or soil target. It is designed to provide finer-scale identification of the elemental composition of the surface of Mars than ever before possible. This will allow Dr. Hurowitz and other scientists to gain a better understanding of the composition of the rocks as well as clues to their origins. In past rover missions, the surface rocks on Mars suggested the presence of large amounts of water flowing on the surface. In addition to the research, Professor Hurowitz also described his journey from a student in a New York State Earth Science classroom to his current position with Stony Brook’s Department of Geosciences. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153923 Wed, 13 Feb 2019 06:00:00 GMT false153923 Three-Time Spelling Champ at Setauket You could say that spelling is a special talent for Setauket Elementary School sixth-grader Ava Himmelsbach, as she was named the school spelling bee champion for the third year in a row this winter. After facing off against the school’s top spellers from grades 4-6, Ava clinched her victory in the 19th round of the school-level competition with the word “libertarian.” She will now take part in an online test covering spelling and vocabulary for the chance to qualify for the regional spelling bee, which will be held at St. Joseph’s College in Patchogue later this winter. The Three Village Central School District congratulates Ava on this remarkable accomplishment, as well as second-, third- and fourth-place competitors Peter Calone, Valentina Ellis and Madeline Galeotafiore. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153924 Wed, 13 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153924 Ward Melville DECA Team Advances Ward Melville High School’s DECA team recently competed in the regional DECA competition at Suffolk County Community College – Ammerman Campus. As a result of their individual and collective successes, many students are now eligible to compete in the New York State DECA State Career Conference in Rochester, New York. Congratulations to the entire team, as well as the following state qualifiers: Kelsey Ge 1st Place – Food Marketing Michael Bernstein 1st Place – Business Services Marketing Elyas Masrour 1st Place – Retail Merchandising Priya Mukhi 1st Place – Human Resources Management Nancy Zhong 1st Place – Principles of Finance Jedidiah Tan 1st Place – Principles of Marketing Jessica Guo and Jade Eggleston 1st Place – Buying and Merchandising Management TEAM Jay Sangwan and Ryan Abatiello 1st Place – Financial Services TEAM Chelsea Pan and Eileen Whelan 1st Place – Hospitality Services Management TEAM Shahzadi Adeena 2nd Place – Principles of Finance Nathan Zou 2nd Place – Sports and Entertainment Marketing Hannah Lu 2nd Place – Restaurant and Food Service Management Elizabeth Wang 2nd Place – Quick Serve Restaurant Management Katie Zhao and Dara Berman 2nd Place – Marketing Management TEAM Jonathan Huang 2nd Place – Accounting Applications Jack Chitkara 3rd Place – Principles of Business Management and Administration Grace Lin 3rd Place – Principles of Marketing Ashley Zhang 3rd Place – Hotel and Lodging Management Neil Mehta and Jake Segal 3rd Place – Business Law and Ethics TEAM Dale Yu 3rd Place – Principles of Finance Akshay Malhotra 3rd Place – Principles of Hospitality and Tourism Julia Zhu 4th Place – Principles of Hospitality and Tourism Eric Chung 4th Place – Automotive Services Marketing Varsha Talanki 5th Place – Apparel and Accessories Marketing Nicholas Abatiello 5th Place – Principles of Business Management and Administration Anna Ma 5th Place – Marketing Communications Additionally, the following students placed in the top 10 in their events in Suffolk County: Jenna Fu – Business Finance Jessica Liao – Restaurant and Food Service Management Leo Takemaru – Automotive Services Marketing http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153922 Wed, 13 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153922 Spreading Kindness Around Minnesauke Kindness was sprinkled like confetti throughout Minnesauke Elementary School as students, staff and families took part in the Great Kindness Challenge this winter. The initiative commenced with a schoolwide assembly, where the students learned about the different activities planned for the week and enjoyed a kindness fashion show. During the weeklong Great Kindness Challenge, students took part in a variety of kindness activities and lessons in their classrooms. A “kindness station” was set up in the cafeteria, where students wrote thank-you cards and positive affirmations, which were then hung on a bulletin board that said, “Give what you can” and “Take what you need.” Additionally, students donated spare change to help build a health clinic in Liberia and wore spirited outfits on choreographed days, including on Sports Day with the theme, “Everybody wins with kindness” and superhero T-shirts on a day with the theme “Kindness is a superpower.” The students also received a special guest visit from the members of the Stony Brook University football team, who cheered on the students during dismissal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153920 Tue, 12 Feb 2019 06:00:00 GMT false153920 Ward Melville Wrestler Captures His 100th Win Ward Melville High School senior Tom Fitzsimons reached a career milestone this February as the district hosted the Suffolk County League I championships, an event that hasn’t been held at Ward Melville in more than two decades. The four-year wrestler, who is a force on the mat, captured his 100th win as proud family, friends and wrestling peers from across the county watched. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153921 Tue, 12 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153921 A Souper-Bowl Where Everyone Wins W.S. Mount and Minnesauke elementary schools went head to head this February in the spirit of competition and giving as they hosted a Souper-Bowl Challenge. During the weeklong competition, students and staff at each school donated non-perishable canned food items for the chance to be named the 2019 champion. As a result of the buildings’ combined generosity, the schools collected a total of 3,347 cans. Minnesauke edged out last year’s Souper-Bowl winner Mount to be named the 2019 champions, with a total of 1,989 cans. All donations were delivered to a Long Island charity that provides school-age children with food weekly. As the winning school, Minnesauke was presented with the Souper-Bowl trophy and, as a good sport, Mount Principal Rosanne DiBella sported a Minnesauke T-shirt to school one day. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153919 Tue, 12 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153919 Tuesday, February 12, 2019 - EARLY DISMISSAL Due to the inclement weather, schools will dismiss students early following the schedule below. Ward Melville and Three Village Academy - 11:00 am PJ Gelinas and RC Murphy - 11:40 am Minnesauke and Nassakeag - 12:15 pm Arrowhead, Setauket and WS Mount - 1:00 pm SACC is cancelled. All after school and evening activities are cancelled, including the 7th Grade Parent Orientation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153918 Tue, 12 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153918 Parent Education Series The Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau is proud to present free parent workshops. Topics to be Discussed: March 8 - Effective Communicating with an Adolescent March 15 - Coping with an Anxious Adolescent March 22 - Dealing with an Angry Adolescent March 29 - Inside the World of vaping April 5 - Open Discussion and Parent Networking When and Where Brookhaven Town Hall, 2nd Floor, from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Learn More / Sign Up Visit the Town’s website to learn more. Contact them online to sign up or call 631-451-3035. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153917 Mon, 11 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153917 Foreign Language Fun Night - February 11th http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153916 Thu, 07 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153916 Secondary Report Cards Now Available Mid year report cards for students in grades 7-12 are now available on the Campus Portal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153915 Wed, 06 Feb 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153915 Top Speller Advances at Murphy R.C. Murphy Junior High School students showcased their linguistic skills as they competed in the seventh annual school spelling bee this January. Going head to head in a series of challenging rounds, students worked to spell impressively challenging words with various points of origin. As a result of their talents and skill, eighth-graders Sammi Feil, Alexi Lugris and Ethan Yu emerged as this year’s first-, second- and third-place winners, respectively. Sammi will now go on to the Long Island Bee qualifiers. Her winning words in the school contest were “libertarian” and “gypsum.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153914 Wed, 30 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153914 A Storm Is Brewing in Nassakeag Science Lab A storm of learning was brewing in the Nassakeag Elementary School science lab as fourth-graders in Kathryn Comiskey’s class took part in a lesson on weathering, erosion and deposition centered around the new New York State Science Learning Standards. After watching a short video about phenomenon and the effects of weathering, the students were challenged to figure out how rocks break down. Using different materials, they created an experiment to show physical weathering or chemical weathering. Each group created a lab report for their experiment. After that lab, they created centers that focused on showing erosion and deposition. The centers were wave power, river power, rain, wind and strong wind. The students worked on the projects with the assistance of their teacher, science consultant Dave Mutter and teacher assistants Toni Conlon and Genine Connerton. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153913 Tue, 29 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false153913 New Required Online Registration for Spring Sports and Summer Recreation The district’s Athletic Department is launching Final Forms, an online form system that will help us boost compliance and safety and reduce repetitive paperwork for families. Final Forms allows you to complete and sign required athletic participation forms from your computer, tablet or mobile device. This new system will be in place for the spring sports season in 2019, as well as, the district’s 2019 Summer Recreation program. Paper participation forms will no longer be utilized. Follow this link for additional, specificinformation on the Athletic Department page. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154321 Wed, 23 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154321 Make Gelinas a Winner! Earlier this year, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School entered the Follett Challenge, a program to find and reward schools who are designing 21st century teaching and learning programs. As part of the competition, Rafael Bennett and Theo Cook-Weitzman, two seventh grade students, created a short video about what makes the school’s program unique. Please support Gelinas by viewing the video and voting for the school’s submission at the following link: https://follettchallenge.com/videos/1163. Twenty percent of the total score is based on votes! You can cast one vote per day January 21 – 25, 2019, so be sure to visit every day possible! Thirteen prizes will be awarded. The Grand-Prize winner will win $60,000 and a visit by Newbery medal-winner, Kwame Alexander! The Follett Challenge Semi-Finalists and People’s Choice (video) winners will be announced on February 27, 2019, and the Grand-Prize winner will be announced on April 24, 2019. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154751 Tue, 22 Jan 2019 07:00:00 GMT false154751 Exploring Local History to Learn From the Past In partnership with the Ward Melville Heritage Organization, ninth-grade students enrolled in the Local History and Government course at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School visited Brewster House in East Setauket to advance their knowledge of local history and their thinking, research and literacy skills. According to the WMHO’s website, “built in 1665 and considered the oldest house in the Town of Brookhaven, the Brewster House was home to six generations of Brewsters. The house has transformed over the centuries from the one-room cottage to its present saltbox structure. During the American Revolution, Joseph Brewster operated the house as a tavern and general store, entertaining British troops inside. American Patriot Caleb Brewster, cousin of Joseph Brewster and presumably a frequent visitor to the house, was a member of George Washington’s Culper Spy Ring during the Revolutionary War.” “Field trips that pair us with our local historians provide wonderful learning opportunities for all students beyond the traditional classroom instruction,” Dr. Paul W. Gold, K-12 director for social studies, said. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154750 Tue, 22 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154750 Reflections Contest Honorees at Gelinas As a result of their artistic and literary talents, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School of ninth-grader Natalia Chou, eighth-grader Ava Della Pietra, seventh-grader Alanna Wu and ninth-grader Jacqueline Wu have been named school winners in this year’s PTA Reflections contest. These students submitted creative work interpreting the theme “Heroes Around Me” for consideration in the annual awards program. Their winning entries have now been submitted to the Suffolk Region PTA for judging and consideration for the state and national levels of the competition. For the past 50 years, the National PTA has coordinated the Reflections program to enable students to “explore their thoughts, feelings and ideas.” As part of the contest, the students are invited to create and submit original works of art in one or more of these categories: dance choreography, film, literature or music. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154749 Fri, 18 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154749 Varsity Patriot Scores On and Off the Field A perennial powerhouse and all-around strong student, Ward Melville High School senior Alexis Reinhardt has been named a News 12/Bethpage Federal Credit Union Scholar Athlete. Alexis, or Lexi as she is often called, has been in varsity field hockey since the eighth grade. She has also been on the varsity lacrosse team for the past four years. Earlier this year, she was named a Player of the Year by Newsday for her contribution to the sport of field hockey and was an integral part of leading Ward Melville to the state championship. As a student-athlete, Lexi is focused, driven and determined to always do her best both in the classroom and on the field. She was captain this past season for the Ward Melville field hockey team and earned All-State honors. Lexi has taken on leadership roles as an underclassman for the lacrosse team as she is organized, motivated and a true leader. She earned All-Division Honors in both her sophomore and junior lacrosse seasons. “Lexi embodies the true meaning of a student-athlete, as she holds both her academics and athletics in the highest regard,” Peter Melore, executive director of health, physical education, recreation, health services, drivers’ education and athletics, said. “All in all, she is simply one of the best all-around young ladies here at Ward Melville – student, athlete and person,” field hockey coach Shannon Sioss said. This well-rounded student-athlete will be continuing her lacrosse career at Cornell University in the fall. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154747 Thu, 17 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154747 Jumping for Heart Health Nassakeag Elementary School took part in the American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge this winter as a way to help promote the importance of heart health. As part of the district’s physical education curriculum, teachers Jeanne Lalima and Christopher LaRochelle taught students the skill of jumping during their class sessions. Following this unit, students could qualify for a schoolwide contest by jumping consecutively for four minutes. Sixty-eight students from fourth- through sixth-grade accomplished this goal. All of the participants did an amazing job, and the three finalists were sixth-grader Timothy Brown (third place), sixth-grader Sadie Pitrelli (second place) and fourth-grader Peyton Ritchie (first place), who even surpassed the school’s jump rope record by jumping consecutively for 27 minutes and 42 seconds! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154748 Thu, 17 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154748 2019-2020 Calendar Summary Now Available http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154746 Thu, 17 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154746 Pre-K 2019-20 Lottery Application http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154743 Wed, 16 Jan 2019 11:00:00 GMT false154743 Exploring Paths to the Future With the question, “What does my future entail?” prevalent in their minds, hundreds of Three Village Central School District students and families gathered to participate in an educational, interactive career fair. Sponsored by the Three Village Industry Advisory Board, also known as 3V-IAB – a new partnership between the Three Village Central School District and local businesses – the program was the first in a series of initiatives designed to bridge the skills gap between education and 21st-century employers. Over 40 Long Island businesses were present during the Ignite Your Career…Discover Your Opportunities career fair, and representatives spoke with attendees about fields such as technology, finance, sports management, engineering, health care, hospitality and much more. To make this a meaningful experience for all students, a “career DNA” analysis was provided to students in grades 7-12 to reveal relevant career paths that correspond to their unique personalities. A student’s career DNA guided them toward careers that were spotlighted at the fair. Based on a student’s career DNA results, they then had the opportunity to engage with businesses from across Long Island to discover and ignite their passions. “This event will ultimately help Three Village students to identify elective courses that are stepping stones into their areas of interest,” said 3V-IAB coordinator and Ward Melville High School business teacher Ilene Littman. “Businesses that were represented informed students of their personal journeys to enable them to find clarity and direction toward college majors and careers.” The development of the 3V-IAB came about with the onset of Ward Melville’s new work-based learning program called Career Jump Start. This is an elective course that teaches students career exploration/planning, essential pre-employment skills, job success skills, professionalism and ethics as well as teamwork and leadership. Based on a student’s interests and skill set, they are also placed in job shadowing and/or an internship to provide them with real workplace experiences and to help confirm if their desired interests are meeting their expectations before embarking on study in these fields. The 3V-IAB was initially formed to create business partners to help support hands-on student experiences in this program. “The 3V-IAB and the district as a whole is hoping to open new doors for our students, to have them realize the multitude of career options that exist for them and enlighten them to the sometimes nontraditional ways that people discover their passions and associated careers,” Ms. Littman said. “Students should also realize that our enriching electives program at Ward Melville is a great starting point, and should be taken advantage of, to assist students in discovering their passions, which will increase their chances for successful college and career paths.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154744 Wed, 16 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154744 Donations for Furry Friends Pre-kindergarten students from the Three Village Central School District put a spin on the traditional giving drive when they hosted a grade-level blanket and towel drive for Kent Animal Shelter. With help of the administrators at North Country Administrative Center and the Nassakeag Elementary School community, the students collected dozens of donations. Additionally, the pre-K classes each used their creative skills to decorate fleece blankets for the shelter. “The donations were amazing, and the children loved creating blankets that will be used in cages for the dogs and in the cat house,” said pre-K teacher Maureen MacDowell. “When I arrived at Kent we loaded all of the donations into their storage shed for the colder weather. They were so grateful and touched by our donations.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154745 Wed, 16 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154745 Teachers Presenting at the National Conference In recognition of their exceptional teaching practices, Three Village Central School District social studies teachers Allison Kane, Dianne Kraemer and Megan Stringer recently presented at the National Council for the Social Studies Conference, held this winter in Chicago. Their sessions, which focused on Model Parliament and Economics, were well received by all who attended. Ms. Kane presented individually on Model Parliament and Utilizing Student Energy and Passion to Generate Understanding. Ms. Stringer and Ms. Kraemer co-presented on best practices in Economic Education, including a unit on having students complete a “Shark Tank” simulation. According to the National Council for the Social Studies, over 2,000 requests for proposal are received and only a small percentage are accepted. The conference draws thousands of social studies teachers from across the United States. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154741 Fri, 11 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154741 Pre-K Enrollment Information – NEW DATES http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154742 Fri, 11 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154742 Meeting Personal Fitness Goals Setauket Elementary School third- through sixth-grade students ran hundreds of miles this winter as part of their participation in the school’s running club. Eighty-two students took part in the initiative and met from October through December on Mondays after school to run for 60 minutes each session. Recording their progress along the way, many students ran three or more miles each session, and each club member ran enough miles to cumulatively count as a full marathon. As such, each was awarded a medal from the New York Road Runners. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154739 Thu, 10 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154739 Singing in the Holidays With Local Residents Nassakeag Elementary School fourth-grade chorus students helped to make the holiday season a merry and bright one as they hosted a holiday singalong at Atria Senior Living. During the event, the students performed several holiday classics and invited those in attendance to join in on the musical fun. Under the direction of their music teacher Laura Cooley, the students performed a pitch-perfect performance that left all in attendance eager to celebrate. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154740 Thu, 10 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154740 Ward Melville’s Regeneron Scholars Ward Melville High School seniors Kelsey Ge, Maya Pena-Lobel, Megan Specht and Elizabeth Wang have been named Scholars in the 2019 Regeneron Science Talent Search, a program of the Society for Science and the Public. This honor was bestowed upon the students based on their comprehensive science research projects. As Scholars, each student was awarded a $2,000 prize, and an equal dollar amount is donated to their home school to be applied to education in science, engineering and math. Of the 300 Scholars, 40 will advance as finalists and be invited to Washington, D.C., in March to participate in the final judging, display their work to the public, meet notable scientists and compete for awards, including the top prize of $250,000. Below is a short overview of each of the student’s projects. Kelsey Ge – Multidecadal Trends in Tropical Cyclone Behavior within North Atlantic Sub-Basins Statistical tests reveal that tropical cyclone intensification has grown more severe over the past 30 years, likely attributed to increase in sea surface temperature and other environmental factors throughout the tropical North Atlantic Ocean. Maya Peña-Lobel – Changes in Gene Expression of Ion Regulatory Proteins in Developing Atlantic Silverside (Menidia menidia) Subjected to Ocean Acidification Conditions Carbon emissions have increased acidity and temperature of the earth’s oceans. How do such changes influence marine life? I showed that acidity and temperature modify the way genes control protein production in developing fish. Climate change affects fish on molecular level. Megan Specht – Effect of Micronutrient Consumption in Association with p53 status on Colon Cancer Progression: A Prospective Study in Racial Health Disparity. The micronutrients in the food we consume can be used to treat numerous illnesses – not just prevent them. The vitamins assessed inhibited colon cancer, but yielded varying results by race, supporting the idea that biological difference between races may be present. Elizabeth Wang – A Novel Effect of Cannabidiol (CBD) on Microglial Activation in the Presence of Epileptic Activity A novel relationship was discovered between cannabidiol, microglial activation and epilepsy to guide the development of new epilepsy treatments. Cannabidiol was found to have anti-inflammatory and proinflammatory effects on microglial cells associated with epileptic brain activity. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154329 Wed, 09 Jan 2019 06:00:00 GMT false154329 Students Create a Village for Veterans Setauket fifth-graders in Christine Beck’s class used their creativity to fashion an enormous gingerbread village this holiday season. With the help of math AIS teacher Lisa Wall, the students used traditional ingredients to bring the display to life. Such items as pretzels, frosting and various candies helped the space take shape and bring unique items, such as an igloo, a train, snowmen and even Christmas trees, to life. The completed project was donated to the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154330 Wed, 09 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154330 SACC Programs Rally to Help Others Three Village Central School District’s elementary SACC programs banded together through a community service project this winter to spread holiday cheer to individuals needing support or assistance. Under the direction of SACC Supervisor Marie Boettcher and in coordination with former SACC member and Ward Melville High School graduate Matt Tranquellino, each of the five programs collected new and gently used toys and games as well as clothing items for the Association for Mental Health and Wellness. Mr. Tranquellino is the case manager for this organization, which helps coordinate care for children ages birth to 21 years of age, who have physical, academic or emotional disabilities, and often live in difficult circumstances or are homeless. At Minnesauke, the SACC program was supported by the building’s Student Council. The building collected clothing and also had a “Giving Tree,” which was decorated with paper ornaments listing clients’ specific wishes. Families took the ornaments off the tree and brought in a gift for the child listed on the back of the ornament. A few days before the gifts were donated, the SACC students had a “Wrap Party” at the program where they wrapped all the gifts and labeled them appropriately. In addition to the clothing that was brought in, the program collected over 100 gifts. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154738 Wed, 09 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154738 Busy Bags Bring Big Smiles Setauket Elementary School students are working to brighten the lives of those staying at or visiting Stony Brook Childrens Hospital, thanks to an initiative created by fifth-grader Aida Woreth and third-grader Maddox Woreth, and coordinated by the students’ mom Jessica and by second-grade teacher Sandi Vohrer. The concept, which is called Busy Bags, is involving the entire school this year, as each grade level is selecting a particular month to help create these special treats. The bags are filled with toys, trinkets and other goodies purchased through the donations of family and friends. The idea is to provide little ones with something to enjoy, do or play with when in a setting that can often elicit less than happy feelings. The initiative began in the fall and will continue through the summer, as the staff will be participating in a bag project at the end of the school year to ensure that enough bags are available when school is off for summer vacation. The building’s student council also helped donate to the cause, creating bags specific to baby or toddler-aged patients. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154327 Tue, 08 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154327 Rolling Into Safety Town With the help of their physical education teachers, Minnesauke Elementary School students learned valuable safety lessons as they rolled through a mock town set up in the school’s gymnasium. Minnesauke Safety Town is an annual tradition that enables students to learn the rules of the road as they maneuver through an obstacle course on scooters. Along the path, students are required to stop at stop signs, travel through traffic circles and observe the right of way at intersections. Throughout their travels, students are able to make stops at several local attractions and locations, including a car wash, ice skating rink and a sports activity station, and even fill up their “cars” at a gas station. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154328 Tue, 08 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154328 Alumni Share Advice Members of recent graduating classes from Ward Melville High School returned to their alma mater this December to shed some light on college life and the acceptance process for the building’s current students. During the annual Alumni Day event, the returning Patriots shared sound advice with many students immersed in the college application and decision process. The alumni spoke about the fears and excitement they faced during their first semesters, how they selected their college and the challenges they encountered when making the transition from high school to college. Throughout the day, the alumni answered questions as well about their living situations, school size and academic requirements. Those who have already entered postgraduate professions addressed their transition to the job market. Some of the colleges represented during the event included Boston University, Columbia University, Cornell University, Duke University, Fashion Institute of Technology, Marist College, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stony Brook University, University of Miami, University of Texas and the University of Vermont. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154324 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154324 Coding for Fun In celebration of the global Hour of Code event, Ward Melville High School students and staff took part in a series of interactive activities within the school’s library in December. With the assistance of high school librarian Dr. April Hatcher, participants learned the fundamentals of computer coding through videogaming activities, such as Angry Birds, Dance Party, Flappy Bird and Minecraft. The initiative helped to demystify the science of coding and helped to prove that anyone can develop the skills to code. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154325 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154325 Preparing for the Career Fair – Jan. 9 at 7 p.m. Students and parents of Gelinas, Murphy and Ward Melville, get ready for the "Ignite Your Career...Discover Your Opportunities!" Career Fair at Ward Melville HS on January 9, 2019! To make the most out of your child's experience at this event please encourage your children to take a quick and easy personality quiz. This can be accessed through the "Get Ready for the WM Career Fair!" flyer attached. This flyer will also be provided to your child at their home school. How to Access the Quiz (Parents, try it out for yourself!): To prepare for the career fair, students will need to scan the QR code on the "Get Ready for the WM Career Fair!" flyer with a QR reader or simply by using their smartphone camera to capture the QR code to access the quiz. Upon completion of the quiz, it will reveal their "Career DNA" scores in six different personality categories. Students should take a picture/screenshot of their results to bring to the career fair. The results will create a personalized guide for each student that will help to match up elective courses and careers that best suit them. There will be 40+ businesses from several industries across Long Island participating in this worthwhile event! Five minutes of prep time will turn your child's career fair experience into a wonderful opportunity to discover potential academic majors and career paths that relate to who they are. You don't want to miss out on this exciting event! See you on January 9 at 7:00 p.m. in the WM cafeteria! Sponsored by Ward Melville High School and the Three Village Industry Advisory Board. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154326 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154326 Health Think Tank: Vaping Series-Part I The following link will give you basic information about vaping. https://healthtalk.unchealthcare.org/the-truth-about-vaping-podcast-episode-9/ Please check back bi-weekly for new information. Thank you for working with us to combat the vaping epidemic. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154323 Sat, 05 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154323 Toys for Holiday Smiles For what has become an honored tradition, Arrowhead Elementary School, Minnesauke Elementary School and R.C. Murphy Junior High School teamed up during the holiday season to coordinate a cross-school drive to benefit those in need. During the multiweek event, students and staff at each of the buildings generously donated children’s toys. The hundreds of items were then used to “stuff a school bus” and delivered to the Gerald Ryan Outreach Center. While each building is important to support the cause, this annual event is largely organized by Lolita Portal-Pfeffer at Murphy each year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154322 Fri, 04 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154322 Becoming Champions at Arrowhead Under the leadership of special education teacher Marisa Castoro, Arrowhead Elementary School’s classes collaborated to create a project entitled “#thechampionproject.” Seeking inspiration from the song “The Champion” by Carrie Underwood, the group created a wall collage of student work (writing and an acrostic poem) based on the song. The project is a great reflection of this year’s school theme of being your own champion, having a growth mindset and persevering despite challenges. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154320 Thu, 03 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154320 Ward Melville Lacrosse Coach Earns National Award Ward Melville High School head lacrosse coach Jay Negus has been presented with the Prep School Lacrosse Showcase 2018 Coach of the Year award from the National Interscholastic Lacrosse Coaches Association. In 2018, the 21-1, Ward Melville lacrosse team won its second consecutive Class A New York State championship. This was Negus’ fifth season at the helm of the Patriots. An alumnus of Ward Melville, Mr. Negus has compiled an 88-16 overall record since taking over the program in 2014. “NILCA couldn’t be more excited to name Coach Negus as NILCA’s Prep School Showcase Coach of the Year,” said Ren Pettinelli, president of the National Interscholastic Lacrosse Coaches Association. “What Coach Negus has been able to accomplish in his five seasons at Ward Melville is truly amazing in this day and age. With so many great programs across the country, he has lifted an already storied program to a level such that Ward Melville will be at the top of the national polls discussions for years to come.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154319 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 05:00:00 GMT false154319 IMPORTANT NOTICE: Summer Recreation Date Correction - July 8 - August 16 IMPORTANT NOTICE: The dates on the 2018-19 District Calendar for Three Village Summer Recreation Program are INCORRECT. The dates for Summer Recreation camps (Full Day, Half Day & Travel camp) are JULY 8 – AUGUST 16th, 2019. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154316 Fri, 21 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154316 Traveling the World to Learn Holiday Traditions Nassakeag Elementary School second-grade classes “traveled” around the globe as they learned about different traditions and customs as part of their Holidays Around the World activity. After boarding an imaginary airplane, the classes rotated between classrooms to learn about countries including India, Germany, Korea and the Netherlands. Within each classroom, the students created crafts based on something traditional to that region. For example, the students created poinsettias in Mexico and St. Lucia crowns and “wooden” shoes in Sweden. “The students were excited to learn how many of the holiday traditions we celebrate in America have strong roots to foreign countries,” said Joan Sperry, a teacher who helped to coordinate the initiative. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154317 Fri, 21 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154317 Ward Melville Student Becomes Published Researcher Ward Melville High School student Ryan Qin has become a published author based on his research on mobile keyboards and text entry. This research – “MobileHCI 2018 Workshop on Socio-Technical Aspects of Text Entry” – was first published this fall as part of the MobileHCI 2018 20th International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction with Mobile Devices and Services. Ryan’s work was one of the seven papers (out of 28 papers) that received this honor. Additionally, his long paper was showcased during the ACM ISS 2018 Interactive Surfaces and Spaces conference held in Tokyo. Ryan worked on this project under the direction of Xiaojun Bi, assistant professor of computer science at Stony Brook University and director of the computer science department’s Human-Computer Interaction Lab. He has been interning with the professor since last school year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154318 Fri, 21 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154318 Donations Help To Outfit Others Nassakeag Elementary School students in Jo-Ann Hudecek’s fourth-grade class helped to make the holiday season a warmer one for those less fortunate by coordinating a children’s clothing and toy drive. During the two-week event, the students worked with the building’s social worker and her graduate student to solicit donations from the school community. They made posters, placed them around the school and created notices that were sent home announcing their efforts. The donations received were delivered to Long Island Coalition for the Homeless in mid-December. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154314 Thu, 20 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154314 Board Celebrates Student-Athletes Ward Melville High School student-athletes were celebrated as part of the Board of Education’s December meeting for their outstanding fall season, in which each varsity team qualified for the playoffs and 222 students were named scholar-athletes. During the meeting, the members of the tennis, swimming and golf teams were celebrated for having qualified for this year’s state championships. Members were honored for their individual achievements as well as their collective contributions to the district’s strong athletic program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154315 Thu, 20 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154315 Exploring STEM More than 600 Three Village students, staff and families came together to explore a number of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) topics during an interactive program coordinated by the Three Village STEM Enrichment Foundation Inc. During the STEM Family Fun Night, attendees visited various stations to explore these concepts in a hands-on way. Participants included Emma S. Clark Memorial Library; Avalon Park and Preserve and the Avalon Skylab; the Long Island Explorium; the Three Village STEM teachers, tech teachers and elementary librarians; the WM robotics team, the Islandbots; the Science Olympiad teams from the district’s secondary school buildings and the Ward Melville Computer Science Club. The foundation has recently been established as a nonprofit corporation to benefit STEM activities in the Three Village community. Its flagship programs are Science Olympiad and the Ward Melville Iron Patriots robotics team. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154311 Wed, 19 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154311 Celebrating New Master Teachers Three educators – Minnesauke Elementary School STEM teacher Sean Dowling and Ward Melville High School chemistry teachers Samantha Chereb Bradshaw and James Dornicik from the Three Village Central School District – have been recognized as New York State STEM Master Teachers. Mr. Dowling is the first district elementary school teacher selected for this honor, as this is a new aspect of the program and only eight teachers on Long Island have received this honor. The New York State Master Teacher program is a competitive program and only selects veteran educators who demonstrate a commitment to student achievement, promote STEM inside and outside the classroom, seek out professional development opportunities and work with colleagues to improve STEM instruction. “Education is the cornerstone to success, and it is the brilliant, dedicated teachers in New York who make a difference in countless lives and inspire the leaders of tomorrow,” Governor Cuomo said. “Congratulations to the newest members of the Master Teacher program, who will join the ranks of the top educators in the state as they work to further their skills and their impact on students in every corner of this great state.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154312 Wed, 19 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154312 Career Fair Information – Jan. 9 at 7 pm A Unique Career Fair at Ward Melville The Three Village Industry Advisory Board (3V-IAB) is a new partnership between the Three Village Central School District and local businesses. Their mission is to bridge the skills gap between education and 21st century employers. The IAB’s first initiative for the 2018-19 school year is to host the “Ignite Your Career…Discover Your Opportunities” career fair on January 9, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. in the Ward Melville High School cafeteria. Over 40 Long Island Businesses have registered for this exciting event covering fields such as technology, finance, sports management, engineering, healthcare, hospitality and much more!! Students and parents of our junior and senior high schools are invited to this exciting event to learn more about potential college and career paths. To make this a fun and interesting experience for all, an informative “career DNA” online quiz link will be provided (in advance) in student’s homerooms. Students will take the quiz at their leisure and then take a picture of their results. The results of this online “career DNA” quiz will enable students to easily navigate elective courses and businesses at the fair in a fun and personalized way! We look forward to seeing you at the career fair on January 9th! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154313 Wed, 19 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154313 Workshops With Women in Computer Science In honor of Computer Science Week, Arrowhead and Minnesauke Elementary Schools received a special visit from Stony Brook University’s Women in Computer Science Club. During the workshops, the college students shared some information about their club and computer science in general, then taught the students some text-based coding in JavaScript. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154310 Tue, 18 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154310 ‘Mamma Mia’ Comes to Ward Melville Audiences were transported to a colorful, distant land as Ward Melville High School student-actors and musicians put on a pitch-perfect performance of the Broadway hit “Mamma Mia” this December. Under the direction of Linda Contino, the students rehearsed for months in preparation for opening night. With the help of a pit orchestra of student-musicians, the actors sang such classic songs as “Dancing Queen,” “S.O.S.,” and “The Winner Takes It All,” and kept attendances dancing in their seats as the comical plot unfolded on stage. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154309 Tue, 18 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154309 VIDEO: Champions Are Made Here http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154308 Fri, 14 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154308 Superintendent’s Letter – Vaping Policy http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154307 Thu, 13 Dec 2018 23:00:00 GMT false154307 Ward Melville Athletics Fall Recap 2018 For individual award winners click here Every Varsity Team was recognized as a New York State Scholar Athlete Team maintaining a 90average or better! Boys Cross Country 4 - 2 Sophomore County Champions Individual Sophomore County Champion, Andrew Araneo Girls Cross Country 3 - 3 Top 3 in Division Varsity Field Hockey 13 - 5 Playoffs County Finalist Football Big Four Champions! 2 Home Playoff Games Suffolk County Finalist Championship TBD Boys Golf 9 - 1 League Champions Suffolk County Champs Alex Korkuc - State Qualifier Division 3 Champions Girls Gymnastics 8 - 2 Undefeated League Champions Boys Varsity Soccer 12-3-4 League Runner-up Playoff win Varsity Girls Soccer 7-4-8 County Semi-finalist Playoffs Girls Swimming 7 - 0 League Champions Suffolk County Champions Sydney Boals, Kaitlyn Ehlers, Jessica Chen, Riley Gavigan - 200 and 400 Freestyle relays – State Qualifiers Sydney Boals – State Qualifier, New school record, 100 yd freestyle Varsity Girls Tennis 12 - 3 League Champions Division 3 Champions Denise Lai - State Qualifier (3x) Jade Eggleston/Anna Ma – State Qualifier Doubles Varsity Boys Volleyball 15 - 2 League Runner-up Playoff County Finalist Varsity Girls Volleyball 7-6 Playoff Qualifier http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154306 Fri, 07 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154306 Becoming Ambassadors for Acceptance Working as ambassadors for peace and acceptance, five secondary students from the Three Village Central School District recently were selected to participate in this year’s Suffolk County Long Island’s Leaders of Tomorrow Conference. The conference was facilitated by the organization, Erase Racism, and focused on preparing high school students to become leaders and advocates in the fight for equity within Long Island public schools. Throughout the workshop, the students attendees – Jennifer Cabrera (ninth-grader, Murphy), Katelyn Giordano (ninth-grader, Gelinas), Meredith Bushman (junior, Ward Melville High School), Katherine Woo (junior, Ward Melville High School) and Renee Clairvoyant (senior, Ward Melville High School) – engaged in interactive dialogues, workshops and leadership development training. Topics explored included the history of specific policies, techniques for embracing diversity and outlets for student advocacy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154304 Thu, 06 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154304 Minnesauke Sixth-Graders’ Gift to Furry Friends Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-graders from Patricia Woods’ class lent a helping hand to some furry friends this holiday season. The students rolled up their sleeves and baked over 200 biscuits for the Little Shelter Animal Rescue and Adoption Center. As a follow-up to their effort, Maryellen Moll from the organization recently visited the class with a dachshund named Sarina that is waiting to be placed in a “forever home.” During the visit, Ms. Moll spoke with the students about humane education, volunteerism and pet care. The students enthusiastically welcomed the pair to the class and were eager to learn about the work of the shelter, before presenting the visitors with a few extra supplies and donations they collected. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154303 Wed, 05 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154303 Fall Newsletter Now Available http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154305 Wed, 05 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154305 Balloons Fly Over Mount In a colorful and funfilled way to celebrate the holiday season, W.S. Mount Elementary School students used their creative talents to fashion paper balloons that would rival even the best displayed during this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Depending on grade level, the students then worked collaboratively to create large-scale designs that they proudly displayed throughout the parade route. Additionally, several students performed within the bus circle in front of the school, just as many do during the traditional parade in New York. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154301 Tue, 04 Dec 2018 06:00:00 GMT false154301 A Place To Be Thankful Three Village Central School District’s pre-kindergarten students in Maureen MacDowell’s and Beth Diviney’s classes at Nassakeag Elementary School fashioned Thanksgiving placemats for residents at the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook. They used their creativity to personalize the pieces, which they hoped help to bring cheer to those celebrating the traditional November holiday. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154302 Tue, 04 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154302 Developing an Attitude for Gratitude In correlation with Thanksgiving, Nassakeag and Setauket Elementary School students in Kerry Diana’s health classes completed a project focused on Attitude for Gratitude: recognizing and expressing thanks and appreciation in all parts of life, for both big and small things. The students played a gratitude game which was essentially “pick-up sticks with a purpose.” The challenge in the game is to successfully pick up a colored stick without moving any others, but the added challenge for scoring the points associated with the stick is report to the group and record on their gratitude scorecard something they are thankful for associated with the category assigned to the stick color. Red is for a person, yellow for a place, blue for an item and green for anything. The additional challenge for the students was to think to themselves about why they are thankful for the person, place or thing. They did not have to report that to the group if they were not comfortable doing so. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154300 Tue, 04 Dec 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154300 Serving Up Career Options at Murphy R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth- and ninth-graders are not only dining on tasty meals during their lunch periods this year, but are also learning about a number of exciting professional opportunities through a program called the Career Café. The event, which is being held several times throughout the year, enables interested students the chance to meet with local professionals about their careers in small settings. During the most recent program, students learned about the world of graphic design from Allison Schwartz, who works at Stony Brook University. Ms. Schwartz provided insight into her chosen career path, noting how she evolved into the position she currently holds as well as how she extends her passion to her freelance business. Additionally, she noted how she had a passion for design at an early age and how she has followed that drive since taking advanced art classes in high school. The initiative is being organized by school counselor Jessica Ennis. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154297 Wed, 28 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154297 Reflections From Artistic Honorees Seven Minnesauke Elementary School students have been selected as award winners in this year’s PTA Reflections contest. For the competition, students across New York State were invited to submit original works of art in one of six categories: dance choreography, film, literature, music, photography and visual arts. This year’s theme for the contest was Heroes Around Me. As school level winners, these students’ entries will now advance to the Suffolk County level.The district congratulates the following students and wishes them good luck on the next level of judging. PHOTOGRAPHY: Award of Excellence: first-grader Kiera Carlson Title of piece: “My Papa” “My papa is my hero because he fought for our country.” Award of Excellence: third-grader Jamie Skaggs Title of piece: “My Grandpa” “My grandpa is my hero because he is a firefighter and he has saved many lives!” VISUAL ARTS Award of Excellence: second-grader Olivia Lisa Title of piece: “School Heroes” “The school heroes are very important. Janitors help keep the place clean, security makes sure everyone’s safe, teachers teach and the nurse helps everyone stay healthy.” Award of Excellence: third-grader Holden Cone Title of piece: “My Parents Equal Superheroes” “My parents are smart, kind, and caring.They take care of me and they love me.I always feel protected by them.They seem like superheroes to me.” Award of Excellence: sixth-grader Ally Becker Title of piece: “Heroes Around the World” “A hero is not just someone in a cape who flies around the world and seems to always save it from destruction.A hero is someone who has the superpower to make someone smile or to brighten their day.I made this collage to show that we are all heroes because we all have the superpower to make someone happier.” Award of Merit: sixth-grader Soraya Masrour Title of piece: “Bee the Hero” “My drawing represents that bees are my hero.If we did not have bees, there would be no food. Imagine something that small saving the world. Bees are my heroes because they pollinate our food supply, they can make their homes out of practically nothing, and they make honey.Bees are saving the world as we speak.” MUSIC COMPOSITION Award of Excellence: sixth-grader Benjamin Hoffman Title of piece: “The Call” “To me, the heroes among us are the first responders:police, firemen, EMS and military.What inspired me was thinking how these heroes all start their day, just like us.However, when they get ‘the call’ and it’s time to go to work, the adrenaline starts pumping!It amazed me that these men and women deal with life and death, call after call, each day. I wrote and played and recorded this song myself.It is the first song I wrote and recorded and I dedicate it to the first responders among us.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154296 Tue, 27 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154296 WMHS Presents MAMMA MIA! Dec. 13 - 15, 2018 December 13, 14, 15 at 7:30 pm December 15 at 2:00 p.m. All seats general admission $20 Tickets available until Dec. 15 by calling 631 730-4357 or on Myschoolbucks until Dec. 1 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154298 Tue, 27 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154298 Foreign Language Fun Night - November 28th http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154299 Mon, 26 Nov 2018 19:00:00 GMT false154299 Teachers Take the Stage Three Village Central School District music teachers took to the stage this November to showcase their impressive skills and perform in this year’s Back to Rock Concert at R.C. Murphy Junior High School. The standing room only, sold-out show included performances by music teachers from throughout the district and served as a fundraiser for student scholarships and to support department initiatives. Annually, this event as well as the Boosters membership drive have raised thousands of dollars to support music in Three Village across grades K-12. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154295 Mon, 26 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154295 Food Drive Gobbles Up Donations Ward Melville High School’s Key Club members rallied their peers and teachers together this November for one of the school’s old-time traditions – the Turkey Teacher Food Drive Competition. For the past 10 years, the club has organized this event to not only benefit local families but also those in the regional area who are in need this holiday season. Each year, members of the teaching and support staff volunteer to have their name on a box outside the library that can be filled with food. The teacher who collects the least amount of food wears a comical turkey hat the last day before Thanksgiving break. The teacher who collects the most food gets to wear a crown. This year, the school collected thousands of nonperishable food items, which were donated to the district’s school food pantries as well as food pantries and soup kitchens in the surrounding area. At the end of the drive, teacher Enrico Chicon was named the “loser” and wore the creative turkey hat, while this year’s “winner” was Bryan Miller for the third year in a row. Student Michael Lewis was honored as the individual who brought in the most items (more than 400). http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154293 Wed, 21 Nov 2018 06:00:00 GMT false154293 Giving During the Holidays To give back to those in need this holiday season, many students throughout the Three Village Central School District took part in community service projects. At Minnesauke Elementary School, Bryan Mandracchia’s third-grade class created food baskets for local families to enjoy this Thanksgiving holiday. They collected some of the holiday’s traditional fixings, including stuffing mix, canned vegetables, cornbread and gravy. Additionally, the fourth-graders in Erin Berman’s class fashioned colorful baskets of fruit for Echo Arms Adult Home. The beautiful creations were fitted in several baskets and delivered in time for the Thanksgiving holiday. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154294 Wed, 21 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154294 Turkeys Hiding in Plain Sight Third-grade students in Jen Betz’s class at Nassakeag Elementary School in the Three Village School District put a spin on a traditional Thanksgiving menu item – turkey – through a creative writing project. The students worked to disguise paper turkeys and write about their plan to escape turkey dinner. Some students transformed into bags of popcorn, sailors, police officers and even Minnie Mouse. The completed projects were hung outside the classroom for all to enjoy and admire. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154292 Wed, 21 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154292 Community Forum on Heroin/Prescription Drug Use The Port Jefferson School District has extended an invitation for our community members to attend a powerful presentation by Suffolk Police Department on the dangers of heroin and prescription drug use. For more information, please review the flyer below. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154291 Tue, 20 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154291 Board Honors Artists During the district’s mid-November Board of Education meeting, the Three Village educational community came together to honor and celebrate many student-artists for their incredible talents. Elementary students from across the district who participated in this year’s Interdependence Hexagon Project were hailed for the recognitions they earned at this international art exhibit. Additionally, four Ward Melville High School students – Srdjan Bozin, Max Friedman, Ryan Manuud and Jamie Nagle – were honored for having their original films chosen to be screened at the All-American High School Film Festival. Keeping with the theme of the evening, members of the district’s art department then presented a thorough overview of the K-12 art program and the unique opportunities it has afforded students over the years. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154289 Fri, 16 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154289 Showing Appreciation for Veterans Nassakeag Elementary School kindergarten students used their creativity and writing skills to help create memorable keepsakes for the nation’s veterans this November. In honor of Veterans Day, the students wrote letters and drew colorful pictures. The completed pieces were sent to Operation Gratitude in partnership with Scholastic. Additionally, the students made heart flags to show how thankful they are for all who serve and have served the nation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154290 Fri, 16 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154290 Honoring Spanish Culture In the spirit of Hispanic Heritage month, Ward Melville High School level three Spanish classes created posters to showcase all Spanish-speaking countries. The posters, which were placed on display for all to enjoy, included information about the culture, geography and idiomatic expressions unique to that particular area of the world. The classes visited the gallery of posters and participated in a scavenger hunt using the information included in each display. In honor of El Día de los Muertos, a holiday traditionally celebrated in Mexico, the classes explored cultural activities, such as face painting, decorating calaveras (sugar skulls) and creating papel picado (perforated paper shapes), and sampled traditional dishes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154288 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154288 A Win for Robotics Ward Melville High School’s Iron Patriots robotics team recently attended the seventh annual Half Hollow Hills robotics invitational, competing against top teams from across the region. After a grueling day of battle against 16 Long Island teams, the Iron Patriots, in an alliance with Cold Spring Harbor, Smithtown and West Islip, surpassed all expectations and finished the day in first place. “Needless to say, we are all very proud of our entire team,” said technology teacher John Williams, the team’s adviser. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154287 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154287 Emma Cup Winners Celebrated In honor of the building winning this year’s Emma Cup – an award given by Emma S. Clark Library to the elementary school in the district with the highest percentage of participants in the summer reading challenge – Nassakeag Elementary School recently held a Milk and Cookie Night to celebrate all student participants. More than 130 students attended from all grades, and the Ward Melville High School National Honor Society volunteered in reading rooms. There was even a surprise reader in a couple of rooms, building Assistant Principal Nancy Pickford! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154286 Tue, 13 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154286 Exploring Different Career Paths R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-grade students explored a multitude of career paths with the help of a team of volunteers during this year’s Career Awareness Day, held in the school’s gymnasium in early November. During the event, students attended an interviewing seminar with Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources Dr. Gary B. Dabrusky and Executive Director of Secondary Curriculum and Human Resources Dr. Alan Baum before touring a number of booths spotlighting different professions. Organized by family and consumer science teachers Virginia Ferraro and Emma Domino, the program featured careers in law enforcement, security, engineering, banking, construction, journalism and more. Students were able to ask volunteers about the educational requirements of their jobs, what a typical day looks like and any skills necessary to be successful in that particular business. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154285 Tue, 13 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154285 Enabling Parent Controls on Electronic Devices Ways to control access to content, limit screen time, and monitor children's activities on devices. An article from Consumer Reports, October 2018. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154096 Fri, 09 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154096 Saturday Enrichment Newsletter – Deadline Extended to Nov. 23 Copies of the newsletter will be sent home with elementary students in the coming days but parents/guardians are welcome to print out and submit registration forms effective immediately. The deadline for registration has been extended to Nov. 23! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154095 Tue, 06 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154095 A Day of Written Expression Colorful displays of words and thoughts blanketed the English department hallways at Ward Melville High School as students recently unleashed their creativity and took part in this year’s Day of Writing event. Within their English classes, students and teachers discussed two powerful quotes – one by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and a separate statement from Aristotle. The messages were timely and focused on civil movements of acceptance, tolerance and unity. The students then earnestly reflected on and thoughtfully responded to these quotes. When completed, more than 1,500 student reflections were hung up for others to read and respond to. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154548 Mon, 05 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154548 Getting in the Spirit Costumed Setauket Elementary School students blanketed the front bus circle during the building’s Halloween parade. Some outfits drew inspiration from literary favorites and television characters, others were original and creative. Students in grades K-2 marched in the event, while spectators proudly cheered and members of the fifth- and sixth-grade band performed a number of catchy selections. The event served as a great kickoff to the day’s fall-themed festivals and activities. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154546 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154546 Honored Musicians Perform for State Education Leaders After a thorough and extensive application process, Ward Melville High School’s honors jazz band ensemble was chosen as one of only a select few performance groups from throughout the state to showcase their talents during the New York State School Boards Association annual conference and convention this October. During the event, the 18 student-musicians performed in the New York Ballroom at the Sheraton Hotel under the leadership of teacher Jason Chapman. In attendance were Board members and administrators from across the state, as well as New York State Commissioner for Education MaryEllen Elia. The students received praise and commendation from all after the performance of three challenging musical numbers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154547 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154547 A Met Returns to Mount W.S. Mount Elementary School relinquished its traditional school colors in late October and proudly wore blue and orange when New York Mets draft pick Anthony Kay returned to his alma mater. The Ward Melville High School Class of 2013 graduate spoke with the elementary students about his climb to decorated baseball player, how he deferred his original draft section to go to college and reflected upon his fond memories in the Three Village Central School District. The lefty pitcher advised the students to always follow their dreams – no matter what others may say. “When I was your age, people would tell me that I would never get to be a baseball player [for a job],” Mr. Kay said. “When I was drafted [to the MLB] it was a dream come true.” Mr. Kay fielded questions from the audience and even presented several lucky raffle winners with signed baseballs and Ward Melville Patriot baseball hats. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154545 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154545 Foreign Language Fun Night – Nov. 28 (RSVP by Nov. 19) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154549 Fri, 02 Nov 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154549 Prideful Day of Activities at Ward Melville HS Positivity, self-awareness and respect permeated conversations in the halls and classrooms at Ward Melville High School as students and staff came together to celebrate this year’s Patriot PRIDE Day. During the annual event, traditional classes were suspended and students were invited to participate in a series of events and workshops centered on creating a culture of kindness, compassion and acceptance. The program began with an assembly with keynote speaker Jeff Yalden, who encouraged the students to recognize the importance of mental health and to not let obstacles get in the way of living their best life. Throughout the remainder of the day, students attended workshops with outside presenters and staff focused on lifesaving skills, hands-on activities, and tips for overcoming anxiety and stress. With the help of Stony Brook University and the Setauket Fire District, students received training in CPR, performed in a drum circle with music teacher Jason Champman and practiced yoga with science teacher Marnie Kula. Additionally, one speaker – Kevin Alter – spoke about the trial and tribulations faced by addicts in a program called The Addict’s Diary. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154543 Tue, 30 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154543 Ward Melville Orchestra Wreath Sale http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154544 Tue, 30 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154544 Music Faculty Concert Nov. 2 (Tickets available from music teachers or at the door) Friday, Nov. 2 at 7:00 pm in the Murphy JHS Auditorium. Tickets $10. Please see your music teacher for tickets or at the door! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154535 Tue, 30 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154535 Buddying Up at Mount Due to a generous donation by local Girl Scout Troop 639, W.S. Mount Elementary School students now have a common place to expand their social circles and find new friends. A buddy bench, which is a place for students to sit during recess when looking for a friend to play with, was gifted to the school thanks to the talented troop members. The idea behind the bench is that it helps to eliminate loneliness and foster friendships on the playground. The local troop members not only built the structure, but sanded and painted it, making it picture perfect for their peers. Special thanks to the following students and troop leaders for their generous donation: Lauren Accardi Gianna Alessio Samantha McGarrity Julia McGee Isabella Parente Olivia Reyes Kate Rodriguez Samantha Shaw Ashley Walters Kate Woods Leaders – Jennifer Alessio, Jaqueline Parente, Joann Waters http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154541 Mon, 29 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154541 Voices Heard on High P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s ninth-grade Chamber Choir had the opportunity to lend their voices to a large-scale community event this October when it performed the national anthem during Stony Brook University’s homecoming game. Under the direction of Bob DePersio, the student group let their voices ring out across the stadium during a pitch-perfect performance. Patriot and Seawolf fans of all ages commended the performance and gave a resounding ovation as the students exited the field. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154542 Mon, 29 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154542 United Against Bullying Schools throughout the Three Village Central School District joined together to celebrate Unity Week with a series of activities aimed at promoting acceptance, tolerance and antibullying. At Setauket Elementary School, teachers decorated classroom doors to visually display the building’s commitment to promoting unity, and students and staff were provided with Unity-themed T-shirts. In addition, all grade levels attended an assembly program called “Sweethearts and Heroes,” which focused on how bullying affects individuals and how to embrace empathy and leadership to be forces of change in school and society. Fifth- and sixth-grade student council members also worked with program presenters in a breakout session to build skills and strategies for stopping bullying. They then worked to teach those younger students during small group role-playing workshops. Both R.C. Murphy Junior High School and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School welcomed a keynote speaker from the Free Hugs Project, who spoke about breaking down barriers and accepting others for their individuality. Students and staff at both buildings were also provided with commemorative Unity Day shirts, which they wore on Oct. 24, a day deemed Unity Day by the National Bullying Prevention Month program. As a visual display of their commitment to the topic, Murphy students also helped to create a Unity Patch, using 40 pumpkins that each student and staff member signed and decorated. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154539 Fri, 26 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154539 Inspiring Young Scientists Donning lab coats and armed with science notebooks, Arrowhead Elementary School kindergarten students have been exploring a number of complex science topics during recent visits to the building’s science lab. The initiative is part of the district’s implementation of New York State’s K-12 Next Generation Science Standards, which emphasizes a three-dimensional approach to instruction. “The goal is to design experiences in our labs and classrooms that help build a better understanding of science over time,” explained kindergarten teacher Janice Connolly. “The kindergarten students will be introduced to weather and climate, forces and interactions, matter and its interactions, and interdependent relationships in ecosystems.” Throughout the year, the students will be visiting the lab every other week to explore these and other concepts. During their first introductory lesson, they learned what a scientist does and explored various objects with the tools that scientists use before documenting their investigations in their science notebooks. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154540 Fri, 26 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154540 Beyond Stop, Drop and Roll Minnesauke Elementary School kindergarten through second-grade students learned important safety lessons during a recent fire prevention program provided by the dedicated members of the Setauket Fire Department. Throughout the program, volunteers reinforced the importance of having a predetermined family meeting place, the need to regularly replace smoke detector batteries and having a number to call in case of an emergency. Outside the building, students were able to tour two working fire apparatuses and take an up-close look at the firefighters’ lifesaving equipment as well as an ambulance and rescue boat. Each student was then provided with a keepsake informational goody bag, which included materials to reinforce the messages that were discussed. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154538 Wed, 24 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154538 Honoring Dedicated Volunteers In recognition of the countless hours that the district’s seven-member Board of Education dedicates to the schools and community, the Three Village Central School District celebrated School Board Recognition Week during its Oct. 17 meeting. Throughout the evening, student representatives from each district school took to the podium to give thanks to their building’s Board liaison, as well as the district clerk and student representative. The presenters each wove witty facts about the honored guests into their speeches, as they highlighted the individual’s personal accomplishments and professional backgrounds. As a token of appreciation, each Board member was presented with a commemorative plaque and all honored were gifted baskets filled with school spirit wear. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154536 Tue, 23 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154536 Ward Melville Guest Lecturer Sheds Light on Endangered Languages The Ward Melville High School Linguistics class took a look into current research on endangered languages in the indigenous areas of South America during a recent guest lecture presentation by Dr. Elias-Ulloa, an associate professor of linguistics at Stony Brook University. Linguistics is a new class at Ward Melville High School and is taught by Cynthia Porter. During the guest workshop, students learned about Arabela, a language with only four remaining speakers left in the world, as well as the languages and cultures of the Konibo and the Shipibo. The Konibo (“Deer People”) and Shipibo (“Snake People”) live along the Ucayali River in the Amazon rainforest in Peru. The Shipibo people are talented artists who produce beautifully intricate and vibrant works of art that honor their natural surroundings. Dr. Elias-Ulloa shared a Shipibo myth about animals cooperating and working together to escape the belly of an anaconda. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154537 Tue, 23 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154537 WMHS Last Home Varsity Football Game Please come out and cheer on the Patriots during their last home football game of the season, Friday, Oct. 26 at 6:30 p.m.! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154534 Sun, 21 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154534 Trick or Treat Street - Oct. 26 Reminder: This year's Trick or Treat Street will be held at Ward Melville High School on Oct. 26 beginning at 4 p.m. and ending at 7 p.m. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154518 Sun, 21 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154518 Fundraising for Three Village Band The group is raising money for their trip to Disney in January. Their final payment is due December 4th so they are really trying to make that final push as it is a very expensive. Anyone who is interesting in donating to the cause can please see the information below and attached. Here's some information about how the process will work: FlipGive is an alternative to traditional fundraising - we're an online rewards program for Teams! Simply create an account on www.flipgive.com, invite others to join your Team to shop for the things you need anyways - equipment, flight and hotel for travel and restaurant gift cards and much more. Start your Team today to start earning high rewards % on every purchase! You'll buy from the same places you normally do online at the same great prices - there are no extra costs or hidden fees - if the retailer has a sale, you get the sale price. Cool, right? http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154533 Fri, 19 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154533 Emma Cup Winners As a result of their students’ overwhelming participation in the Emma S. Clark Library’s Summer Reading program, Nassakeag Elementary School has been awarded the 2018 Emma Cup trophy. Each year the library challenges Three Village Central School District students to embrace a lifelong love for reading by staying active readers throughout the summer vacation. As an added incentive, students are encouraged to sign up for a summer reading challenge and log their participation. The winners of the friendly competition are awarded the coveted Emma Cup trophy each fall when the school year resumes. This year, Three Village students read close to 21,000 books as part of the competition, and Nassakeag had the highest percentage of students sign up for and complete the challenge, at 44 percent. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154532 Wed, 17 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154532 Sex Offender Notification - October 16, 2018 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154531 Tue, 16 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154531 Ward Melville Students Earn National Scholastic Honor Twenty-two Ward Melville High School students have earned the distinct honor of being named Commended Students in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program. These students are among the approximately 50,000 highest scorers on the PSAT/NMSQT. Commended Students are named on the basis of a nationally applied selection index score that may vary from year to year. Although they will not continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarships, some of those honored will become candidates for special scholarships offered by corporations and businesses. The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following Commended Students: Madeleine Avni Jack Bertini Lucia Buscemi Jeffrey Casey Benjamin Catalfo Samuel Catalfo David Cutting Yiwen Fu Steven Holmquist Victor Jiao Noah Mond Priya Mukhi Boris Nekrasov Maya Pena-Lobel Ryan Qin Robert Rau Daniel Schwartz Megan Specht Albert Tian Cliffton Woo Chih Yu Yang Jason Zou http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154530 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154530 High School Musicians Honored at County Level As a result of their talents, 38 Ward Melville High School student-musicians have been chosen to participate in this year’s Suffolk County Music Educators’ Association All-County Music Festival. Selection into this prestigious festival is based on a student’s score at last spring’s New York State School Music Association solo and ensemble festival as well as teacher recommendation. The Three Village Central School District is proud to congratulate this year’s Ward Melville High School All-County Musicians: Kian Abbott – Orchestra Jordan Amato – Treble Chorus Hayden Aron – Mixed Chorus Matthew Broadbent – Band Renee Clairvoyant – Mixed Chorus Ryan Comerford – Orchestra Campbell DeMaio – Treble Chorus Nicolette Filiberto – Treble Chorus Ben Fogarty – Mixed Chorus Hannah Forcone – Orchestra Corrine Gallagher – Mixed Chorus Jennifer Greek – Mixed Chorus Katie Greek – Treble Chorus Max Haegele – Band Steven Holmquist – Orchestra Jonathan Huang – Orchestra Victor Jiao – Orchestra Varun Jindal – Orchestra Preeti Kota – Orchestra Ryan Krug – Orchestra Denise Lai – Orchestra Marielle Leiboff – Mixed Chorus Haley Linden – Treble Chorus Daniel Ma – Orchestra Anna Macedonio – Mixed Chorus Molly Marino – Orchestra Halle Marte – Treble Chorus Jack McCoy – Orchestra Noah Monde – Mixed Chorus Stephanie Ochei – Treble Chorus Arianna O’Connell – Treble Chorus Raquel Paredes – Orchestra Anushka Rajagopalan – Orchestra Clara Sullivan – Band Connor Tweedy – Mixed Chorus Darren Tung – Band Meghan Woods – Treble Chorus Alexandra Woroniecka – Orchestra http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154529 Fri, 12 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154529 Ward Melville Senior to Compete in State Pageant Ward Melville High School senior Danielle Wenzler has been accepted into the Miss Teen New York program and is one of the finalists to compete in the pageant for the chance to represent her home state in the Miss Teen USA pageant. “[Earning a] spot to compete in the Miss Teen New York pageant is best opportunity I have had in my entire life,” Danielle said. “I want to not only be the representation of Ward Melville but all of Long Island and to be able to inspire others so that they can make their dreams become a reality. Through hard work and dedication, anyone can accomplish [their goals] and prove to others that their capabilities define who they are. Inspiring people of all ages to accomplish their goals will make a difference in this world, and this is what I want to achieve in the pageant. As a finalist, I would like to say that no matter what it takes, I will do my very best to show how far I’ve come through life and in this competition.” She will now compete in the event, which will be held at the Performing Arts Center at Purchase College from Jan. 18-20, 2019. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154526 Thu, 11 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154526 Focusing on Important Teen Issues P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Theatre Company took to the stage this October to perform the building’s 16th annual adolescent-issue play, “Me, My Selfie and I.” In what was the New York premiere of the play written by Jonathan Dorf, the cast of 30 ninth-grade students performed a series of scenes and monologues spotlighting a group of teens who are struggling to find the balance between documenting their lives and living them. This thought-provoking, one-act “dramedy” explored the world of social media that we live in. The show left all attendees with the question, “We seem to be recording our every experience, but are we making memories or missing out on them?” Gelinas students were treated to a free performance during the school day, and the cast hosted an evening show for the broader community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154527 Wed, 10 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154527 Student Stewards Head to Yellowstone Ward Melville High School students Elyas Masrour, Maya Pena-Lobel and Ethan Winter were invited to participate in Avalon Park and Preserve’s W.E.Y.E.S. (Western Exploration for Young Environmental Stewards) program this fall. As a result of their exemplary participation in the park’s youth programs, the students were granted a scholarship opportunity to explore Yellowstone National Park’s flora, fauna, geology and ecology for a week in late September. Hiking through Yellowstone’s backcountry, Elyas, Ethan and Maya observed wolves, bears, bison, elk, eagles and countless other species. In what participants described as a life-changing week, the young travelers were able to work with world-class guides, biologists, wildlife photographers and other experts in their fields. They were accompanied on the trip by Gelinas teacher Doug Elliot, who is also co-founder of the Avalon Outdoor Leadership program, a program that aims to get youngsters into the outdoors and connected to the environment in which they live. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154525 Wed, 10 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154525 Art After Dark Artist Showcase – Nov. 14 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154528 Wed, 10 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154528 Three Village Celebrates Homecoming in Style The pride of the Three Village School District was on full display on Oct. 6 as the community came together to celebrate homecoming at Ward Melville High School. The afternoon began with a carnival for all ages that featured games and various activities for the crowd to enjoy. Among the stations was a hair dying tent for fans to add specks of green and yellow to their locks, along with a dunk tank, bounce houses, face painting and many other tables to help support high school clubs. The high school cheerleading teams also hosted a pregame clinic for the youth of the community on the football field. Dozens of youth cheerleaders took instruction from high school coaches and varsity captains while being split into groups for activities. The clinic ended with a group cheer and picture. In addition to the football game, both the junior varsity and varsity field hockey teams hosted games on the turf adjacent to the stadium field. Each team hosted Garden City as fans bounced back and forth between both fields to cheer on the hometown Patriots. Following the entrance of the marching band and the parading of banners by each elementary school in honor of the event, the football team took the field in matchup against Walt Whitman. Nassakeag Elementary School was named the winner of this year's banner contest and the Patriots went on to a 32-10 victory. Senior Trey Berry passed for 108 yards with three touchdowns while classmate Nick Troy ran for 142 yards and two touchdowns. Members of the football team also supported Breast Cancer Awareness Month by wearing pink in conjunction with their uniform. Each endzone on the field also had a pink ribbon in the corner to demonstrate support. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154524 Tue, 09 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154524 Murphy Library Observes Banned Books Week R.C. Murphy Junior High School students and staff celebrated the importance of the written word during Banned Books Week, an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. The week brings together the entire book community – librarians, publishers, teachers and readers – in shared support of the freedom to seek and express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular. The list is generated by the American Library Association and spotlights current and historical attempts to censor books in libraries and schools. “Banning books silences stories and discussions,” said Murphy library media specialist Betsy Knox. “Censorship succeeds when no one talks about it.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154522 Fri, 05 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154522 Minnesauke Runs for Fun Minnesauke Elementary School students, staff and community members came together this fall to take part in a fun-filled Color Mile run on the school grounds. More than 360 individuals took part in the event, which aimed to raise funds to support school initiatives geared toward promoting activity and wellness at the school. These include such things as a new basketball hoop to make a full court. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154521 Thu, 04 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154521 Spring 2018 3-8 NYS Assessment Results Now Available in the Portal The results for the NYS math, science, ELA and NYSESLAT assessments have been uploaded to the Campus Briefcase for those students that took the exam. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154523 Thu, 04 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154523 Student Artwork Shines at International Exhibit Three Village Central School District students showed their creative talents and artistic capabilities during this year’s International Interdependence Hexagon Project, a visual arts opportunity for students worldwide. The event encourages students to create art within the infinitely interlinking shape of a hexagon, a metaphor for interconnectedness. Within the shape, students made connections to the world around them through shapes, words and other artistic representation. The 2018 theme was “Transforming Conflicts,” and was a call to promote global citizenship. Congratulations to the following Three Village winners: Most Effective All-Over Interpretation: (Minnesauke Elementary School) Khizer Hasson Devon Larsen Isabella Rowett Most Creative Expression: (Minnesauke Elementary School) Hazel Cohas William Goode Althea Grubb-Aubrecht Honorable Mention: (Minnesauke Elementary School) Josslyn Appel Emily Mills CeJae Reynolds The Living Book Project: (A collaborative project between art teachers Maria Maritato and Christine Sacco) Minnesauke Elementary School: Nicole Dimech and Soraya Masrour Setauket Elementary School: Francis Kelly and Olivia Surette Mount Elementary School: Christian Tyler and Kyle Reye Arrowhead Elementary School: Sabrina Zheng Nassakeag Elementary School: Mallika Singh, Alexander Song, Vivian Wang and Aimee Yang http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154520 Wed, 03 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154520 National Mental Health Awareness Week In recognition of National Mental Health Awareness Week, Oct. 7–13, 2018, community partners, working in tandem with by Suffolk County Health Department’s Division of Community Mental Hygiene, are presenting a series of workshops throughout this month. Below is a listing of events compiled by the Association for Mental Health and Wellness. Upcoming Events Mental Health 101 – Tuesday, October 2, 10:00 a.m. Presented by the Comsewogue Public Library Learn the signs and symptoms of mental illness. Location: Comsewogue Public Library, Community Room, 170, Terryville Road, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776 Contact: 631-928-1212 Impacted by Suicide – Thursday, October 4, 5:30 p.m. Presented by the Riverhead Free Library and Family Service League Robyn Berger-Gaston will discuss Family Service League’s Joe’s Project, a program that responds to schools, organizations, and families impacted by suicide. Ms. Berger-Gaston will review myths and facts about suicide, risk factors, and how to help those who have lost a loved one to suicide. Location: Riverhead Free Library, 330 Court St., Riverhead, NY 11901 Contact: Laura La Sita, Senior Services Coordinator, 631-727-3228 Ext. 119, laura.lasita@riverheadlibrary.org “22 Every 22” Challenge Monday, October 8, 11 a.m. and Wednesday, October 10, 11 a.m. Presented by the Joseph P. Dwyer Veterans Peer Support Project: www.dwyerproject.org Participants will do 22 push-ups every 22 minutes in honor of veterans who fall to suicide every day. The event will include sharing of personal stories, resource tables and an explanation of the concept of a buddy check; it will serve to dispel misconceptions of talking about suicide, and remove the stigma about asking for help. Location: Suffolk County Community College, Ammerman Campus, 533 College Road, Veterans Plaza, Selden NY 11784 Wednesday, October 10, 11 a.m. Location: Suffolk County Community College, Grant Campus, Captree Commons, Brentwood, NY 11717 Contact: Marcelle Leis, Program Director, 631-853-8345, mleis@mhaw.org CRAZY: A Documentary Feature Film – Monday, October 8, 6 p.m. Presented by Recovery Center East of the Association for Mental Health and Wellness in collaboration with the Riverhead Free Library, Crazy is a film that will prompt viewers to think deeply about society’s 'forced treatment' of people diagnosed with psychiatric disorders, and whether it violates their fundamental rights as citizens. Location: Riverhead Free Library, Stage Room, 330 Court St., Riverhead, NY 11901 Contact and RSVP: Robbie Lettieri, Outreach and Training Peer Specialist, 631-471-7242 ext. 1323, rlettieri@mhaw.org. Illuminating the H. Lee Dennison Building -- Tuesday, October 9, 5 p.m. In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Week, County Executive Steve Bellone has arranged for the H. Lee Dennison Building to be illuminated in green, the official color of mental health. Location: 100 Veterans Memorial Hwy, Hauppauge, NY 11788 Suicide Prevention Basics: What to Say and Where to Turn, Tuesday, October 9, 3:30 p.m. Presented by the Association for Mental Health and Wellness and the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Long Island (SPCLI), the event will highlight what's happening in suicide prevention, intervention and post-intervention. Hear from the co-chairs of the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Long Island about new trends in the field, as well as training and educational opportunities on the horizon. To participate on Facebook, go to: https://www.facebook.com/MHAWSuffolk. Location: Association for Mental Health and Wellness, 2040 Ocean Avenue, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779 Contact: Meryl Cassidy, 631 751-7620, mcassidy@responsehotline.org Run to Recover – Tuesday, October 9, 6 p.m. 49 Main Street, Sayville, NY 11782 Presented in collaboration with Sayville Running Company The event will feature a two-mile walk or a three-mile run intended to raise awareness about the benefits of exercise and mental health! There will be vendors, giveaways, and refreshments! Location: Sayville Running Company, 49 Main Street, Sayville, NY 11782 Contact: Melissa Callis, 631-369-0022 x1140 for information. No pre-registration required. "Don't Call Me Nuts" Talk by a Peer Specialist – Tuesday, October 9, 7 p.m. Presented by the East End Mental Health Awareness Initiative of East Hampton & Southampton Towns Tory Masters will speak about her journey from despair to health, that mental illness is highly treatable, and that with the right therapeutic, holistic, and peer support, a meaningful recovery is achievable. Location: St. Ann's Parish House, 2463 Montauk Highway, Bridgehampton, NY 11932 Contact: Ellen Tollefsen, Committee Chair, 631-728-3082 Opioid, Substance Use, and Aging – Wed., October 10, 1 p.m. Presented by Families in Support of Treatment, Thrive Recovery Center, Kenneth Peterson Representatives from Families in Support of Treatment, Thrive Recovery Center, Kenneth Peterson Center, Long Island Center for Recovery, and the Association for Mental Health and Wellness will discuss the increasing use of opioids and other substances on the aging and its impact on individuals, families, and communities. Help is available for all. Location: Thrive Recovery Center, 1324 Motor Parkway, Suite 102, Hauppauge, NY 11749 Contact: Kathy Garneau, LCSW, RN, 471-7242 x 1332, kgarneau@mhaw.org The Effects of Social Media on Children and Adolescents Wednesday. October 10, 1 p.m. Lecture and discussion hosted by Mercy Haven, Inc. and presented by Northwell Health Living in an age with so many advances in technology and media has presented a myriad of opportunities that were previously unheard of. The information will be presented by a Child and Adolescent Outpatient Program Supervisor. Location: Mercy Haven, Inc., 104 Second Avenue, Brentwood, NY 11717 Contact: Ciara Jensen, Director of Development, 631-277-8300, cjensen@mercyhaven.com Long Island Kick-Off for Mental Health Education in New York Schools Act Thursday, October 11, 8:30 a.m. Co-Presented by the Patchogue-Medford School District, the Association for Mental Health and Wellness, the event will feature an informative panel discussion on the new Mental Health Education on Schools Act. New York is one of only two states in the nation to now require that mental health be a part of schools' health curricula. Location: Saxton Middle School, 121 Saxton Street, Patchogue, NY 11772 Recovery in Action: Moving Forward – Friday, October 12, 8:30 a.m. Suffolk Community College, Grant Campus, Sagtikos Theatre Presented by Pilgrim Psychiatric Center: www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/facilities/pgpc Two nationally acclaimed speakers speak on how they are Raising the Recovery Bar in their personal and professional life. The audience will be invited to respond with feedback, experiences, and ideas. Location: Suffolk County Community College, Grant Campus, Sagtikos Theatre, 1001 Crooked Hill Road, Brentwood, NY 11717 Contact: Kelly Lane, 631-761-2296, kelly.lane@omh.ny.gov This conference is free of charge. Depression Out of the Shadows - a Documentary – Friday, October 12, 7 p.m. 235 Herrick Road, Southampton, NY Presented by the East End Mental Health Awareness Initiative of East Hampton & Southampton Towns Depression Out of the Shadows is a PBS documentary that is combination of personal stories, professional insights and scientific research and discovery. The goal is to reduce stigma through education and empathy. Location: Parrish Memorial Hall, 235 Herrick Road, Southampton, NY 11968 Contact: Ellen Tollefsen, Committee Chair, 631-728-3082, eltoll@optonline.net Wellness Day Focusing on Mind, Body, and Spirit – Saturday, October 13, 2:30 p.m. Presented by St. Francis Community of Faith for All People, "A Sanctuary for Spirituality" This Wellness Day is focused on Mind, Body, and Spirit health. Each of us needs to learn or re-learn ways to cope with stress. The event features techniques to enhance your wellness spiritually, mentally, and physically. Location: Old Presbyterian Church of Sweet Hollow, 95 Old Country Road, Melville, NY 11747 Contact: Pastor Kenneth Corbin, (631) 416-4308, kcorb421@gmail.com Health and Wellness Fair -- Saturday, October 20, 2018, 11 a.m. Presented by the Town of Brookhaven and JVC Broadcasting, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738 Location: Brookhaven Town Hall, 1 Independence Hill, Farmingville, NY 11738 Contact: 631-451-9100 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154519 Tue, 02 Oct 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154519 Walk For Beauty http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155496 Mon, 01 Oct 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155496 Parent Drug Prevention/Education Workshop with National Presenter – Oct. 9, 2018 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154517 Mon, 24 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154517 College Athletics “Recruiting” Presentation for Parents & Students – Oct. 2 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155502 Wed, 19 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155502 Ward Melville Teacher Pioneers New Reading Resources Ward Melville High School speech pathologist Theresa Blumenthal has taken her passion for teaching outside of the classroom to develop several exceptional products that will aid students in building reading fluency and vocabulary. Building upon the success of her two digital applications, “Clue Catcher: Strategies for Using Context Clues” and “Clue Catcher: Idiom & Expressions,” Ms. Blumenthal recently published a book, “The Big White Hen.” The story, which is geared toward a broad audience, is about two hens who need to find a new home. The vocabulary is rich, and the book provides strategies for comprehension just like her previously launched app does and serves as an excellent read aloud book. It also offers strategies to help the curious child understand what some of the more sophisticated vocabulary means, empowering them and teaching them how to problem solve as well as increase comprehension. “The Clue Catcher apps and ‘The Big White Hen’ were originally developed to help bridge the gap between what happens in the speech therapy room and what happens in class or at home,” Ms. Blumenthal said. “Educators and parents can now easily access these strategies, which will help them to better support children as they begin to generalize these skills and use them in daily life.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154094 Tue, 18 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154094 Three Village Focuses on Safety and Security During Interactive Forum The Three Village Central School District hosted an interactive forum for parents and residents this September to maintain an open line of communication about the proactive steps the district is taking to protect the safety and security of its students, staff and schools. Led by the district’s Coordinator of Safety and Security Jack Blaum, the event focused on the protocols and procedures implemented, as well as the training and social and emotional support provided districtwide. The presentation focused on how the district has hardened building infrastructure and tightened access to buildings through such mechanisms as security vestibules, a default lock-out posture, and single-key lockable doors, as well as the technologic systems in place. Those include an extensive surveillance system, hidden panic buttons and identification scanning databases. A key part of the presentation also focused on the preparation sessions that the district has held for staff, including incident command training based on the National Incident Management System, EMT training and participation in the “Stop the Bleed” program. Another concept Mr. Blaum promoted was the interagency partnerships the district has forged with organizations and establishments, including local fire departments and the Suffolk County Police Department, and the confidential planning meetings that occur regularly to prepare for large-scale events and emergency incidents. Speaking to the connection the topic has on district residents’ mental health and well-being, Mr. Blaum discussed the Targeted Violence Prevention program – a nationally recognized program developed by the Secret Service – that the district has introduced to empower key members of the school community to become the “eyes and ears” on the ground as part of the district’s intervention efforts. “No one program or strategy can be successful without the support and partnership of all stakeholders,” Mr. Blaum said. “Our district and community are an integral part in maintaining a safe and secure environment. Collectively, we are committed to continuing to assess our protocols and make adjustments when necessary to create a strong and robust system.” During the meeting, attendees also learned about some of the district’s future safety and security efforts. From the expansion of the district’s already advanced surveillance system using SMART Schools Bond monies to the installation of perimeter gate houses at Ward Melville High School and an automated classroom-door locking system, Mr. Blaum explained that the district continues to explore all options. Building upon Mr. Blaum’s message, several other guest presenters also shared their expertise. Colby Rowe, M.S., EMTP, CIC Trauma Center education and prehospital outreach coordinator at Stony Brook Medicine, along with Dr. James Vosswinkel, the Trauma Medical Director for the Stony Brook Trauma Center and Chief Division of Trauma, Emergency Surgery and Critical Care, Department of Surgery at the Stony Brook University Hospital, spoke about the district’s partnership in the “Stop the Bleed” program. Keith Murphy, Suffolk County school resource officer, spoke about how the police department is working to strengthen its relationship with local schools and how officers will be conducting site visits throughout the year to become more familiar with building staff and students. Bethany Riddle, Ph.D., assistant director for training at Counseling and Psychological Services at Stony Brook University, also spoke about the importance of such programs as the Targeted Violence Prevention program. Debbi Rakowsky, licensed school social worker at R.C. Murphy Junior High School, reminded those in attendance that the district’s social workers maintain an open-door policy for those in need, as well as discussed the types of presentations the district has offered to students in recent years to help bridge conversations and support social and emotional well-being. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154093 Mon, 17 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154093 Ward Melville High School Musicians Selected for All-State Festival As a result of their exceptional musical talents, 21 Ward Melville High School students have been selected to perform in the All-State Festival of this year’s NYSSMA Winter Conference. “Thousands of students auditioned for this honor last spring at solo and ensemble festivals throughout the state, and I’m proud to say that Three Village has the largest representation in Suffolk County,” said district Director of Music Anthony Pollera. “This is not only a result of the students’ hard work and dedication, but a direct reflection of our music teachers’ commitment and perseverance towards excellence.” Students are selected to this exceptional festival based on teacher recommendations as well as proficiency demonstrated during last spring’s NYSSMA solo and ensemble festival, where they were required to perform a Level VI solo. The district congratulates the following All-State student-musicians: Chorus Jordan Amato Hayden Aron Campbell DeMaio Corrine Gallagher Marielle Leiboff Noah Mond Arianna O’Connell Orchestra Maximillian Haegele Jonathan Huang Denise Lai Alexandra Woroniecka Band Molly Marino Alternates Kian Abbott Benjamin Fogarty Jennifer Greek Kevin Henry Varun Jindal Daniel Ma Anna Macedonio Greyson Nekrutman Meghan Woods http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155510 Fri, 14 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155510 Ward Melville Seniors Earn National Honor In recognition of their outstanding academic promise, 21 Ward Melville High School seniors have been named semifinalists in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program. These students are among only 16,000 nationwide to be recognized with this honor and now have the opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,500 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $31 million that will be offered next spring. To be considered for a Merit Scholarship award, semifinalists must fulfill several requirements to advance to the finalist level of the competition. Over 90 percent of the semifinalists are expected to attain finalist standing, and about half of the finalists will win a National Merit Scholarship, earning the Merit Scholar title. The Three Village Central School District proudly congratulates the following students: Kian Abbott Dara Berman Gregory Bodik Mark Bodik Amanda Cajigas Elizabeth Concepcion Leah Cussen Thomas DiPietro Kelsey Ge Jessica Guo Varun Jindal Samuel Kim Trevor Leong Ziyue Ma Adriana Orduna Jay Sangwan Sahil Sangwan Elizabeth Wang Kevin Xu Chih (Alice) Yang Katie Zhao http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155509 Thu, 13 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155509 Town of Brookhaven – Fall 2018 Program Overview http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155508 Thu, 13 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155508 Sex Offender Notification - September 11, 2018 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155507 Wed, 12 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155507 Ward Melville Honors 9/11 Ward Melville High School students and staff helped to honor and pay tribute to the victims of the 9/11 tragedy during a beautiful flag display in front of the school and along Old Town Road. The patriotic display was put together with the help of teachers Steve Rogers, Mark Suesser and John Williams, and buildings and grounds staff members, as well as students involved with the school’s stage crew and the Iron Patriots robotics team. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155506 Tue, 11 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155506 CommUniversity Day at Stony Brook http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155497 Sat, 08 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155497 Ward Melville Students’ Films Grace the Big Screen As a result of their creativity and talent, four current Ward Melville High School students and one Class of 2018 graduate recently had their original films chosen for the All-American High School Film Festival. The students will compete against other official film selections for scholarships and prizes. The 2018 festival takes place the weekend of Oct. 5-7 in New York City, beginning with the Opening Night Party and concluding with the Teen Indie Awards Show, where they will hand out over $400,000 in prizes and scholarships. These films will all be screened at the AMC theater in New York City’s Times Square. The district congratulates the following students: “Wanderlust” – experimental film by Ashley Resnick (graduate) “Her Pale of Water” – drama by Ryan Manuud “Envisage” – experimental film by Jamie Nagle “Behind the Camera” – documentary by Max Friedman “What’s There To Do” – experimental film by Srdjan Bozin http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155505 Fri, 07 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155505 Safety & Security Forum – Sept. 13 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155503 Thu, 06 Sep 2018 21:00:00 GMT false155503 October 2 - College Athletics "Recruiting" Presentation for Parents and Students 7:00 pm at WMHS Auditorium Speaker Mark Leinweaver of PERFECT PLAYCEMENT is an MLB Agent who educates parents, students and coaches on how to best approach the college selection and "recruitment" process – starting with a simple, realistic and logical plan to playing at the next level. Follow this link to see additional information on the flyer. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155504 Thu, 06 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155504 Welcome Back! Three Village Central School District students began the 2018-19 school year on Sept. 4. Here are some pictures from around the district. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155501 Tue, 04 Sep 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155501 New Year, New School Buildings Three Village Schools Host Summer Orientation Programs for Students Schools throughout the Three Village Central School District hosted summer orientation programs and social events at their respective buildings this summer to help students become acquainted with their new school buildings. From pre-K and kindergarten playdates to high school orientation for the incoming sophomore class, the events served to ease any first-day nerves. At Ward Melville High School, new principal William Bernhard welcomed the incoming class and their parents in the auditorium. Mr. Bernhard introduced those in attendance to the administrative team before guidance chair Linda Bergson provided an overview of the academic scheduling and career planning, and representatives of Student Government and the National Honor Society addressed the crowd. With the assistance of their parents and National Honor Society members, the students then embarked on walking tours of the school building and picked up their district-issued Chromebooks in the library. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155498 Fri, 31 Aug 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155498 New Teachers Welcomed During Orientation Program In advance of the official start of the school year, the Three Village Central School District proudly welcomed 20 new teachers this August during a two-day orientation program. The program, which was facilitated by teacher mentors Dawn Alexander, Brenda Lamiroult and Leanne Perry, consisted of various activities, informational pieces and an introduction to the administration and leadership within the district. Over the course of the program, each teacher received a copy of the New Teacher Handbook, participated in hands-on technology training, attended an overview on My Learning Plan and learned about district policies and procedures, including APPR. Additionally, they received an overview on the district’s curriculum and instructional practices, were briefed on the services offered through the pupil personal and special education departments, and learned more about the supports offered through the Three Village Mentor Program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155499 Fri, 31 Aug 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155499 Letter from the Suffolk County Police Department http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155500 Fri, 31 Aug 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155500 Attention Parents: Please check the Parent Portal for your child’s Bus Stop Information Attention Parents: Please check the Parent Portal for your child’s Bus Stop Information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155495 Sun, 19 Aug 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155495 National Immunization Month – Health Bulletin from Suffolk County Dept. of Health Services http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155493 Thu, 16 Aug 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155493 Continuing Education Registration Information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155494 Thu, 16 Aug 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155494 7-12 Schedules Available on August 14 and August 16 Notice to Secondary Parents and Students: Schedules will be available in the Campus Portal for viewing as follows: Three Village Academy and WMHS - Tuesday, August 14th, after 1:00 p.m. Gelinas and Murphy - Thursday, August 16th, after 9:00 a.m. Please be sure to follow the directions provided by your school regarding questions or concerns. The schedule can be found in the 'Reports' Module tab. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155492 Fri, 10 Aug 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155492 Sex Offender Notification - August 1, 2018 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155491 Wed, 01 Aug 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155491 Important Update Regarding Printed Calendar/Use of Snow Days Please note that there is an error on page 30 of the printed version of the district’s 2018-2019 school calendar regarding the use of snow days in the event of inclement weather. The online and electronic copies contain the correct information. The following accurately explains the process the district will implement should schools close in the event of an emergency. We apologize for any inconvenience. The 2018-2019 calendar provides for three (3) emergency closing days. If none or one (1) is used, there will be no school on May 24 and May 28. Should there be two (2) emergency closings, schools will be in session on May 28. Should there be three (3) closings, schools will be in session on both May 24 and May 28. In the event there are four (4) closings, then schools will be in session on April 17, May 24 and May 28. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155490 Mon, 30 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155490 Top Three Village Speller Earns New Honor P.J. Gelinas Junior High School ninth-grader Ryan Himmelsbach has amassed a number of impressive spelling accolades over the past several years, including competing in the National Scripps Spelling Bee for two consecutive years. This summer, he added another impressive accolade to his résumé – placing third in the North America Spelling Champion Challenge. During the challenge, Ryan competed against 100 students across North America and China. “Most of the words he got, he did not know but was able to figure them out based on all his knowledge,” said Allison Himmelsbach, Ryan’s mom. “It was also a good social connection and he will have the opportunity in the coming years to volunteer at this bee and at the National … [and] will also be tutoring some kids next year for the National.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155489 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155489 High Schooler Selected for National Conference Based on her extraordinary talents, Ward Melville High School junior Maya Peña-Lobel was selected to participate in the New England Young Writers’ Conference, a selective program for aspiring writers held at the Bread Loaf campus of Middlebury College in the Green Mountains of Vermont, this past spring. The New England Young Writers’ Conference is an annual, four-day, writing-focused workshop for high school students from around the country. The days are filled with writing seminars, workshops, readings and opportunities to meet other young writers. During the conference, Maya was part of a small workshop group where she was instructed by a published author and worked on her fiction piece, along with her peers. She also attended poetry craft classes and went to daily readings and performances, as well as many other fun activities. To attend, a student must first be nominated by a teacher and their school. Maya was nominated by Dr. Kelso (her WMHS teacher from a 10th-grade elective course in Writing Fiction and Poetry) and by Dr. Alan Baum, WMHS principal. Second, the student must submit a writing sample. Maya submitted her poem, “The Human Experience” and a short story written in the style of magical realism. Admission to the conference is based on the quality of writing in the submission, which is evaluated by a panel of judges that includes professional writers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155487 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155487 Spring Sports Wrap Up Ward Melville Athletics Spring Recap 2018 241 Scholar Athletes (90 average or above) 66% of our Varsity Athletes NYS Scholar Athlete Teams Boys Varsity Lacrosse Girls Varsity Lacrosse Varsity Baseball Varsity Softball Boys Spring Track Girls Spring Track Varsity Boys Tennis Girls Golf Girls Badminton Boys Badminton Varsity Baseball 15-8 League runner-up/playoffs Varsity Girls Lacrosse 14-4 League Runner-up/County semi-finalist Academic All-American- Shannon Berry, Shannon Couglan, Kate Mulham All-American Honorable Mention- Shannon Berry, Shannon Brazier, Kate Mulham Senior Under Armour All-American – Shannon Berry Selected to try out for the US Women's U19 Team - Shannon Berry, Shannon Brazier, Kate Mulham Varsity Boys Lacrosse 21-1 New York State Champions Class A Suffolk County Champions Long Island Champions Varsity Boys Tennis 15-3 League Champs/Division Champs/Big Four Semi-Finalist/ #3 seed Division 3 singles Champion – Matthew Kronenberg 5 County Qualifiers Doubles- Tyler Ancona/Alex Benanti Singles- Deven Wackett/Aron Bursztyn/Matthew Kronenberg Girls Spring Track and Field 4-2 18 Division Qualifiers 800M Division Champ/State Qualifier – Ally Gaedje, Sam Rutt 100M Hurdle State Qualifier Champ – Kiera Hughes 100M Hurdle School Record – Kiera Hughes 14.76 1500M Division/State Qualifier – Sam Rutt 4 x 800 Relay Team-Division Champs/State Qualifier – Ally Gaedje, Sam Rutt, Liz Radke, Sam Sturgess Boys Spring Track and Field 30 Division Qualifiers 3rd place – 4 x 800 Relay – Mike Rippa, Josh Meyer, Danny Ryan, Eric Zulkofske 3rd place mile – Eric Zulkofske http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155488 Fri, 27 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155488 Summer Newsletter Now Available http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155486 Mon, 23 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155486 Board Begins New Year The Three Village Central School District Board of Education commenced the 2018-19 school year during its annual organizational meeting at the North Country Administrative Center on July 11. During the meeting, William F. Connors, Jr and Deanna Bavlnka were sworn in for their new three-year terms of office. Mr. Connors, Irene Gische and Inger Germano were reappointed to serve as Board President, Vice President and District Clerk Pro-Tem, respectively. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155483 Fri, 13 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155483 18-19 Student Placement for Grades 1-6 Available on July 16 Student placements will be available in the Campus portal beginning Monday, July 16 for students in grades 1 through 6 following the schedule below: 8:00 am - Nassakeag Elementary 9:00 am -Setauket Elementary 10:00 am - Minnesauke Elementary 11:00 am - Arrowhead Elementary 12:00 pm - WS MountElementary Kindergarten placements will be made available at the end of August. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155484 Fri, 13 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155484 Screen Time Tips for Parents Wondering how much screen time is too much? Parents may find information compiled in this flyer useful in finding a good balance. Screen Time Tips for Parents http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155485 Fri, 13 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155485 Sex Offender Notification - July 10, 2018 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155482 Wed, 11 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155482 Public Notice: Board of Education Reorganizational Meeting http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155481 Mon, 02 Jul 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155481 Ward Melville High School Graduation http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155477 Mon, 25 Jun 2018 06:00:00 GMT false155477 Musicians Capture Honors at Festivals Three Village students across grade levels showcased their musical talents at a number of festivals and competitions this spring. The students were the ultimate professionals and represented the school district with pride and prestige. Below are the results of these coveted competitions. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155465 Mon, 25 Jun 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155465 R.C. Murphy Junior High School Moving Up Ceremony http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155478 Mon, 25 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155478 P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Moving Up Ceremony http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155479 Mon, 25 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155479 Ward Melville Prom Highlights Click on the picture below to watch video. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155480 Mon, 25 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155480 Ward Melville Athletes Named Under Armour All-Americans Ward Melville High School student-athletes Shannon Berry and Alex Mazzone have been named to the 2018 Under Armour All-America Lacrosse Team. The two seniors will represent Ward Melville High School on June 30 at Johns Hopkins University where 44 of the nation’s best senior boys and girls will compete in the 13th annual Under Armour All-America North vs. South All-Star Games. The games will be televised live on ESPNU. Alex will attend Georgetown University and Shannon will attend Princeton University, where they will continue their athletic careers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155473 Thu, 21 Jun 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155473 Nassakeag Says No More Straws Nassakeag Elementary School sixth-graders in Robyn Weinstein’s class took action to help protect the Earth through a letter writing campaign to reduce the use of plastic straws. The students wrote to local food establishments, asking them to reduce or stop using plastic straws, noting that they have been found in the stomachs and noses of deceased sea animals. Citing the many alternatives to plastic – including bamboo, glass, paper or metal – the students encouraged several locations to embrace this initiative and, to date, one agreed to create a new “straws by request only” policy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155474 Thu, 21 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155474 Commending Top Students in Ward Melville’s Class of 2018 After 13 years of hard work, dedication and scholastic commitment, Ward Melville High School seniors Ethan Li and Michael Lu have been named the Class of 2018 valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively. Ethan has maintained a challenging academic schedule throughout his career at Ward Melville, including nine Advanced Placement courses in the areas of science, computer science and mathematics alone. He is an Advanced Placement Scholar, a National Merit Scholarship finalist and a 2017 Scholar-Chess Player, and was named to the All-America Chess Team from 2016-2018. He is the founder of the Ward Melville Chess Team, and a member of the Science Bowl, Math Team and school newspaper. As a dedicated community member, he regularly gives back to the local area as a volunteer chess instructor and as the organizer of Mission: Toothbrush, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that organizes donation drives for various charities and soup kitchens. Michael has also boasted an impressive academic record throughout his academic career. He is highly involved in the district’s science research program and was named a Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar based on his research on heart health. He was elected vice president of the school’s Chess Team, served as the defense attorney for the building’s Mock Trial Team and was named a National Merit Scholarship finalist. Michael has also been a dedicated volunteer at Mather Hospital. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155472 Thu, 21 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155472 Town Substance Abuse and Prevention Workshop http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155476 Thu, 21 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155476 Honoring Students for Service 258 district students were praised and commended for their philanthropic actions and presented with the Presidential Volunteer Service Award this June. This national award is issued for service hours accumulated during a 12-month period. According to the official criteria, the awards are offered in multiple levels and are designed to recognize each milestone of service. Levels include bronze, silver, gold and the highest honor, the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, for those who contribute more than 4,000 hours of service in their lifetime. Three Village students accumulated 28,000 of service collectively this year! Special thanks to this year’s PVSA Chairs (listed below) and Ward Melville High School students, Zoe Gliganic and Harrison Goldstein, for providing the photos: Arrowhead: Sallie Culloton & Yolanda Shields Minnesauke: Deanna Bavlnka Nassakeag: Inger Germano Setauket: Andrea Fiorella WS Mount: Alison Pugliese Gelinas: Christine Gacovino Murphy: Ann Marie Pszybylski WMHS: Lisa Alvarez For more information about the program and how to apply, please review the guidelines and logs posted on each school district webpage. Information for the 2018/2019 is available. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155467 Wed, 20 Jun 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155467 Alumni Return to the Stage Ward Melville High School welcomed back a cast of talented choir and music alumni this June, who joined members of the senior Class of 2018 on stage for this year’s Alumni and Senior Recall Show/Final Project Showcase Concert. The production, which was directed and coordinated by music teacher Linda Contino, was a great final project performance by the choirs at WMHS and helped recall some wonderful musical moments, both past and present. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155475 Wed, 20 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155475 Back-to-Back State Champs The Ward Melville High School varsity boys lacrosse team has been named New York State champions for the second consecutive year. The team captured the win against a challenging team from West Genesee at St. John Fisher College by a score of 15-2. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155468 Wed, 20 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155468 Murphy Math Team Wins State Competition R.C. Murphy Junior High School students competed in and captured first place during the 2018 MoMathlon Tournament of Champions at the National Museum of Mathematics in New York City, also known as the MoMath Museum. The tournament was sponsored by Con Edison and Brookhaven National Laboratory. The tournament consisted of the top 10 middle school teams in New York State: two from Suffolk County, two from Manhattan, two from the Bronx, two from Queens and two from Westchester County. R.C. Murphy team members Matthew Chen, Carolyn Liu, Ashwinaa Vaithianathan, Claire Yang and Ethan Yu comprised one of the top teams representing Suffolk County. The tournament had four rounds: individual, team, mixed team and team relay. The students were not allowed to use a calculator, only their brains and scrap paper. They were given an iPad to view the problems and submit their answers. The top three teams were awarded medals and a trophy to bring home for the school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155469 Wed, 20 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155469 Award-Winning Ward Melville Athletes Ward Melville High School seniors Kate Mulham and Zach Hobbes were nominated for the prestigious Butch Dellacave Award, which goes to the most outstanding senior male and female athlete in Suffolk County who excels on the field, academically and in the community. Zach was named the overall male winner for 2018. He is an All-American lacrosse player and All-County football player and has carried a 100 GPA. The dedicated volunteer, who regularly visits veterans homes and runs a church group, will attend Harvard University this fall. He is the first Ward Melville athlete to win this prestigious award since Jack Bruckner in 2013. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155464 Tue, 19 Jun 2018 06:00:00 GMT false155464 SACC Talent Show http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155470 Tue, 19 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155470 SACC Carnival http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155471 Tue, 19 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155471 Celebrating Flag Day Students and staff members around the district paused to celebrate the nation’s stars and stripes this June as they marked Flag Day. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155466 Tue, 19 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155466 Mount Writers Showcase Talents at Charity Celebration W.S. Mount Elementary School kindergarten students in Dawn McNally’s class recently hosted a Charity Writing Celebration to showcase the informational “how to” books they penned with other classes and parents. The students began the day by reading their stories to the school’s fifth- and sixth-grade classes, before sharing them with special guests. In addition to sharing their stories, the students also showcased their artistic talents during the celebration. The students made over 200 bookmarks, which they sold at the celebration for a dollar each. As a result of the generosity of the attendees, the class raised $650 for The Fred Rogers Center. “Fred Rogers has greatly influenced my life as a parent as well as an educator, and I am honored to have made a connection with an organization that is continuing his important work,” Ms. McNally said. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155463 Tue, 19 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155463 Public Notice: June Board of Education Meetings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155073 Wed, 13 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155073 Artistic Expression Displayed on Gelinas Mural P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s National Junior Art Honor Society members recently came together to create the chapter’s ninth annual group mural. Each year the group picks an individual to honor who is of outstanding character and has given back to the world at large. This year, the group chose Diana, Princess of Wales. The chapter’s 25 members each had a hand in creating the mural, which will be placed on permanent display at Gelinas this summer. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155072 Mon, 11 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155072 Ward Melville Athletes Commit to College After 13 years of dedication, both in and outside of the classroom, 64 Ward Melville High School students have committed to continue their athletic journey at some of the nation’s premier colleges and universities this fall. “This is a remarkable achievement, to have so many students selected to continue to compete at the college level,” said Peter Melore, executive director for health, physical education, recreation, health services, drivers’ education and athletics. “What is even more impressive is that fact that 62 percent of the athletes selected to compete at this high level have maintained a 90 percent average or better.” The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following student-athletes and wishes them well in their future. Last First Sport School Division Barbieri Arianna Soccer Stony Brook University 1 Becchina Bridget Fencing University of North Carolina 1 Becker Jillian Lacrosse University of Richmond 1 Berry Shannon Lacrosse Princeton University 1 Bogush Nicholas Swimming Marist College 1 Brazier Shannon Lacrosse Cornell University 1 Buehler Christopher Baseball LIU Brooklyn 1 Cardillo Courtney Cheerleading Elon University 1 Coughlan Shannon Lacrosse Yale University 1 Davenport Liam Lacrosse West Point 1 Doran Logan Baseball George Washington University 1 Duffy Julia Fencing Pennsylvania State University 1 Flynn Lucas Lacrosse Bryant University 1 Gaedje Allyson Track Cornell University 1 Grillo Matthew Lacrosse Providence College 1 Hobbes Zachary Lacrosse Harvard College 1 Hurley Margaret Cheerleading University of Alabama 1 Kaplan Ryan Swimming Marist College 1 Kubik Cameron Swimming University of Maine 1 Leap Ryanne Cheerleading University of Rhode Island 1 Lievano Rafael Wrestling University at Buffalo 1 Liucci Kerri Lacrosse Towson University 1 Liucci Nicole Lacrosse Towson University 1 Manuud Kara Competitive Dance Pennsylvania State University 1 Mastriano Madeline Track Loyola of Maryland 1 Mazzone Alex Lacrosse Georgtown University 1 Messina Nicholas Football Brown University 1 Mulham Kate Lacrosse Princeton University 1 Rutt Samantha Track SUNY Albany 1 Ryan Daniel Track University of Rhode Island 1 Solomon Daniel Fencing Harvard College 1 Sturgess Samantha Track Binghampton Univesity 1 Thornton Kerri Lacrosse Towson University 1 Wilson Kaitlin Cheerleading James Madison University 1 Winicki Kayla Soccer Duquesne University 1 Zulkofske Eric Track University of Rhode Island 1 Zuric Luka Swimming University of Maryland, Baltimore County 1 Alvarez Stephanie Swimming University of Scranton 3 Bances Arthur Swimming Ithaca College 3 Bogdanski Victoria Swimming SUNY New Paltz 3 Cajigas Brandon Lacrosse St. Joseph's College 3 Capizzi Peyton Football Westfield State University 3 Cosentino Dominick Lacrosse SUNY Geneseo 3 Daly Breanna Swimming St. Joseph's College 3 Guglielmo Anthony Soccer Mount Saint Mary College 3 He David Swimming Massachusetts Institute of Technology 3 Heaney Courtney Volleyball Holy Family University 2 Honor Nicholas Soccer SUNY New Paltz 3 Koester James Baseball Salve Regina University 3 Leap Tyler Baseball Farmingdale College 3 Leonard Kevin Lacrosse Mount Saint Mary College 3 Mattson Sean Lacrosse Florida Southern College 2 McMullen Ryan Lacrosse SUNY Geneseo 3 Murray Bailey Cheerleading Suffolk County Community College Jr. College O'Brien Megan Volleyball King's College 3 O'Toole Christian Lacrosse SUNY Geneseo 3 Pallonetti Ryan Lacrosse Franklin and Marshall College 3 Petraco Ryan Lacrosse Oberlin College 3 Radke Harry Soccer SUNY Geneseo 3 Sobel Alexander Basketball Middlebury College 3 Toomey Connor Lacrosse Belmont Abbey 2 Vitale Victoria Soccer Kean University 3 Williams Cameron Lacrosse SUNY Geneseo 3 Zuvich Joseph Football Union College 3 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155071 Mon, 11 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155071 2018-19 SACC Enrollment Information 2018-2019 SACC Open Enrollment begins on June 11 through July 13. Registration and payment are mail-in only. Registration materials will be available on June 11. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154138 Mon, 11 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154138 Studying the Circulatory System Nassakeag and Minnesauke elementary school fifth-grade students have been learning about the circulatory system as part of a recent health education unit of study. With the guidance of their health teacher, Kerry Diana, the students explored the circulatory system through their senses during health class. Visually they experienced the look of the heart muscle and its chambers using an actual calf heart, while also seeing the movement of their pulse with student-created marshmallow pulse meters. Through sound they listened to the lub-dub of their own heart using Littman stethoscopes and heard the sound of a partner’s lungs inhaling the oxygen that will get supplied to the blood for circulation. In addition, the students learned how to feel both their radial and carotid pulse points and were challenged to observe and assess the changes in their pulse rate during different levels of activity. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155065 Fri, 08 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155065 Sex Offender Notification - June 6, 2018 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155070 Thu, 07 Jun 2018 06:00:00 GMT false155070 Bates House Workshop - Social Host Law/Safe Summer Parties June 13 from 7-8:30pm TVCSD Drug and Alcohol Counselor, Heather Reilly, will be in attendance and available after the meeting to answer questions. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155069 Thu, 07 Jun 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155069 Health Information – Lyme Disease Awareness Click below for important information from the Suffolk County Department of Health Services http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155068 Thu, 07 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155068 Ward Melville Students Elected to Suffolk DECA Board The Ward Melville High School DECA team recently attended the annual election/installation dinner at Windows on the Lake in Lake Ronkonkoma, where three Ward Melville students were elected to the Suffolk County DECA board. Anna Ma was elected vice president of membership, Priya Mukhi was elected vice president of communications and Jay Sangwan was named vice president of finance. These students will serve their term through the 2018-19 school year. “This is an amazing accomplishment for them and our DECA chapter,” said adviser Ilene Littman. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155063 Thu, 07 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155063 Taking an Up-Close Look at the Restaurant Industry Ward Melville High School’s gourmet foods classes took an up-close look at the restaurant industry during a recent visit to the Suffolk County Community College’s Culinary Arts and Hospitality Center, located on Main Street in downtown Riverhead, New York. The center is home to the Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry, and Hotel and Resort Management Programs. It includes commercial kitchens that serve as both culinary and baking labs, as well as the Sub-Zero Wolf Demonstration Theater, a state-of-the-art demonstration facility with overhead widescreen projection and stadium-style seating. While visiting the campus, the students took a tour with Chef Satoko Matthews. In addition, they were able to learn more about the campus while Matthews demonstrated how to make popcorn with a smoky flavor to reinvent the wheel. They visited The Baker’s Workshop, a busy, student-run retail bakeshop serving fresh local coffee, breakfast pastries, light lunches, desserts and house-made gelato. Here, baking students get hands-on training in both the front and back of the house, as the bakery is run entirely by students, under the guidance of their chef-instructors. In addition, as part of the visit, Matthews demonstrated how to make popcorn with a smoky flavor. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155064 Thu, 07 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155064 VIDEO: Walk for Wounded Warriors http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155067 Wed, 06 Jun 2018 06:00:00 GMT false155067 Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine’s Free Dental Screening – Aug. 28 (By Appointment/Walk-Ins if Time Permits) See Flyer for Details http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155066 Wed, 06 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155066 National Champions From Ward Melville As a result of its project on polychiral multi-walled carbon nanotube solar cells, a team of Ward Melville High School students has been named a first-place winner in the Toshiba and National Science Teachers Association-sponsored ExploraVision competition. The Three Village Central School District congratulates team members Kian Abbott, Jeffrey Casey, Darren Tung, Abhinav Yadav and teacher James Dornicik for winning the national prize. The students will be traveling to Washington, D.C., to be recognized for their outstanding accomplishment and to receive their awards. Their project was named best by a national team of judges consisting of scientists from the Food and Drug Administration, NASA, National Institutes of Health, National Science Foundation and others for creativity, scientific accuracy, communication and feasibility of vision. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155061 Wed, 06 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155061 Cupcake Wars Ward Melville High School’s spring semester Gourmet Foods classes recently showcased their creativity as they took part in this year’s Cupcake Wars competition. This semester’s themes were Fantasy and Garden for first period and Under the Sea for second and third period. Students worked over the course of a week to prepare everything from fondant mermaid tails to aliens and planets. On the day of the competition, judges walked around each display, talked with students about the displays and sampled the cupcakes. The winners this semester were Victoria Prinzo for her Alice in Wonderland display (period 1), the Yellow Kitchen for their Underwater display (period 2), and Green Kitchen for their Poseidon display (period 3). All judges commended students for their outstanding efforts and students certainly enjoyed tasting the results from their projects. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155062 Wed, 06 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155062 Nassakeag Writer Wins National Contest Nassakeag Elementary School sixth-grader Thania Canales has been selected as a winner of Scholastic’s Storyworks writing contest. Entrants were asked to write a letter from a character’s point of view. Thania read the story, “Dad’s New Job” by Tommy Greenwald and then she wrote a letter from the character Henry’s perspective. The letter explained the lesson Henry learned from his dad. Thania was one of 10 winners selected in the contest and received a copy of “Dog Day Afternoon” by Tommy Greenwald. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155059 Tue, 05 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155059 Research Projects on Display at Gelinas P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-grade students in Jacqueline Shaw’s English classes have been researching an argumentative topic of their choice and developing a considered opinion on it. With the help of Ms. Shaw and library media specialist Nicole Connelly, the students created display boards to showcase their research. The students’ completed boards were on display during a research fair in the library, at which the students defended their positions to an audience and their teachers. Research projects focused on such topics as “Should We Have a Bring Your Pet to School Day?,” “Does Vegetarianism Promote a Healthy Lifestyle?,” “Should the School Day Start Later?,” and “Should Zoos Improve Their Habitat?” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155060 Tue, 05 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155060 Lessons on Civic Engagement at Gelinas In a real-world lesson on civics, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students had the chance to meet with a current sitting judge during a recent Town Hall event at the school. A small cohort of seventh- and ninth-grade students visited with the Honorable Karen M. Wilutis, the president of the Board of Judges, to learn about her work in the First District Court. She spoke about her work in the domestic violence courts and her legal background, including working in private practice concentrating in criminal defense. She also discussed her work as the town attorney for the Town of Brookhaven, as well as for Sen. John Flanagan as legislative director. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155057 Mon, 04 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155057 Murphy Students Earn Honorable Mentions Six teams from R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s science research program have received honorable mentions in the Toshiba and National Science Teachers Association-sponsored ExploraVision competition. For the contest, students were asked to image a technology 20 years in the future and use the scientific process to research and develop their inventions. Overviews of the Murphy honorable mention projects are below: Biodegradable Virus Eradication Nanites: Team Members: Rishika Cherivirala, Alana John and Mahima Karanth. This group proposed the usage of nanotechnology to eradicate viruses from the body. The nanobots would break down and be eliminated from the body. Bionic Pancreas: Team Members: Gabrielle Coupe, Lexi Katsaros and Justin Santana. The pancreas would be replaced by a 3D-printed synthetic one that will pump insulin and help regulate the blood sugar for those with diabetes. Caule Cellam Auxilium: Synthetic Stem Cells: Team Members: John Coupe, Noelle Foster and Holly Hessner-Schnittman. This group proposed the creation of semi-synthetic stem cells to help eradicate disease. Eco-Booster: Team Members: Aron Burstzyn, Matthew Dillon, Aditya Seetharaman and Ari Zucker. The Eco-Booster was conceptualized to reduce the amount of CO2 entering the air by cars. It is a filter that attaches to the tail pipe and then takes the CO2 and converts it to electricity that in turn powers the filter. Fire Annihilator: Team Members: Alexa Calvansese, Olivia Drury, Sally Gliganic and Catherine Ma. A drone that could one day potentially save the lives of firefighters that die putting out fire in dry states like California. It is a small drone that puts out fires using low frequency sound waves as opposed to chemicals and water. Sulfur Dioxide Smoke Stack Filter: Team Members: Julia Lingenfelter, Sofia Mulligan and Rachel Zhang. Sulfur dioxide is one of the largest components of acid rain. This group proposed creating and using a filter that would remove sulfur dioxide from factory emissions, which would decrease pollution and acid rain. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155058 Mon, 04 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155058 A Fancy Lunch at Mount Sixth-graders at W.S. Mount Elementary School learned about proper meal etiquette and reinforced table manners during a special “fancy lunch” event at the school. The event, hosted by the school’s Site-Based Team, began with an assembly program by two family and consumer science teachers from R.C. Murphy Junior High School. Emma Domino and Virginia Ferraro spoke with the students about dining out, table etiquette and table manners. Then the students were escorted to the mini gym, which was set up like a restaurant, where they were served lunch by parent volunteers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155055 Fri, 01 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155055 Outlet for Musical Expression More than 800 students from across the Three Village Central School District showcased their musical talents as they competed in this year’s NYSSMA Satellite Festival held at R.C. Murphy Junior High School this May. The district’s entire music faculty and more than 50 Tri-M Music Honor Society students volunteered during the event and the Three Village Music Boosters sponsored a dinner for the 100 NYSSMA and staff. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155056 Fri, 01 Jun 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155056 A Musical High Note for Arrowhead Sixth-Grader Arrowhead Elementary School sixth-grader Acadia Kunkel was recently selected to attend the 2018 Suzuki Association of The Americas 18th Biennial Conference in Minneapolis from May 24-28. Her selection was based on a video audition that earned her a spot playing violin in the Suzuki Youth Orchestra of America, alongside other musicians who were chosen from across the country. Acadia plays in the orchestra at Arrowhead under the instruction of Mr. James Hein. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155053 Thu, 31 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155053 Inspiring Creativity at Murphy R.C. Murphy Junior High School students recently took part in a creative “Keva Kontest” in the school’s library media center to showcase their innovation and skills. Using wooden Keva blocks, students became engineers as they created intricate and extravagant sculptures. As a result of their efforts, Christopher Apostol won first prize, Dylan Verby won second place and Andrew Lin was named the third-place winner. Each student was awarded a Barnes & Noble gift card. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155054 Thu, 31 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155054 A Magical Performance Ward Melville High School’s choirs competed in Disney World and performed at the Disney Springs Marketplace Stage. The 120 students prepared and performed beautifully on a sunny day and attended a Disney Sings Workshop, where they were instructed by Disney professional performers. They created all of the vocals, including singing, dialogue and sound effects, for a “Frozen” animation feature. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155051 Wed, 30 May 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155051 Music With a Master All Three Village Central School District string players – more than 300 in total – had the chance to participate in the Electrify Your Strings program alongside international recording artist and electric violinist Mark Wood. During the two-day program, which was sponsored by the district’s music department, Mr. Wood worked directly with the students to design a tailor made rock orchestra program. The workshop culminated in a live performance at Ward Melville High School. Electrify Your Strings is a music education phenomenon that introduced students to a whole new world of expressing themselves as musicians, and gave them a lifechanging experience they will never forget. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155052 Wed, 30 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155052 A Historical Dissection of Empires R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Advanced Placement World classes recently combined artistic expression with a lesson on the collapse of several postclassical societies as they completed a “dissection of an empire autopsy.” Working in groups, the students in John Strub’s and Tracy Beauchamp’s classes examined one of the following empires: Aztec, Mali Ghana, Ming, Song or Songhai. They documented their findings – in such areas as advancements the society made; important dates; political, technological or cultural achievements; religion and cause for decline – on a large paper drawing of a person depicting a native of those regions. The completed projects were on display throughout the classrooms and nearby hallways. The students then completed a cumulative writing piece to answer two of five questions related to the study, as well as compared and contrasted two societies. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155050 Wed, 30 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155050 Summer Enrichment – Deadline EXTENDED to May 25! Click here for newsletter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155049 Mon, 21 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155049 Minnesauke’s Mural With Meaning As the result of a grade-level project, a colorful mural depicting sea life and a picturesque shoreline now covers a large tapestry in the sixth-grade hallway at Minnesauke Elementary School. “This year, for our annual sixth-grade art project I wanted to teach my students about the importance of conserving our natural water resources and the negative effect that plastic is having on our environment,” said art teacher Christine Sacco. “We researched and studied the Long Island Sound and the different habitats that make up the Sound and then each student created a composition using one of those habitats.” The students’ exquisite pieces focused on such things as a single animal, plants and landscapes containing many details of plants, animals, sunsets and dunes. Once the individual projects were complete, Ms. Sacco worked with the students to combine all 97 unique compositions into one collaborative mural. Each sixth-grade student added something from their original art work to create a “Long Island Sound Mural.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155045 Fri, 18 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155045 Skilled Students Earn High Honors Ward Melville High School students Thomas Carall and Eduardo Sofia recently competed in the SkillsUSA New York Area 6 competition and placed in the top three in their respective categories. Thomas placed second in audio production competition and Eduardo earned third place in the carpentry competition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155046 Fri, 18 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155046 Ward Melville Students Earn National Medals Ward Melville High School students Astghik Vardanyan and Janet Song earned national medals in the 2018 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, presented by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers. Their work was selected by creative professionals as the most accomplished in the nation. This year, nearly 350,000 works of art and writing were submitted. Less than 1 percent were recognized at the national level. Students receiving top awards have been invited to attend a ceremony at the world-famous Carnegie Hall on June 7 and to participate in showcase events at Parsons School for Design and the Pratt institute’s Manhattan Gallery. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155043 Thu, 17 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155043 Ride for Life Comes to Three Village Three Village Central School District’s secondary schools helped to support research and raise awareness for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, by supporting this year’s Ride for Life. As the ride began its journey from eastern Long Island to the Brooklyn Bridge, they visited each of the district’s secondary school buildings to thank the students and staff for their unwavering support of this worthy cause. At Ward Melville High School, the riders were met with cheers from students in clubs such as Key Club, S.A.L.T. and HOSA. Many students fashioned posters and signs of support for the riders. ALS Ride for Life is an annual event organized by founder Chris Pendergast. It brings ALS suffers, caregivers and supporters together on a trek via motorized wheelchairs from the east end of Long Island to the New York City area. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155044 Thu, 17 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155044 Gelinas Science Olympiad Heads to Nationals P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s Science Olympiad team is bound for the national competition this May, after capturing first place during this year’s New York State Science Olympiad competition. Of the 39 competing regional champions, Gelinas took three first-place ribbons, six second-place ribbons and four third-place ribbons in the 26 individual events. “What a wonderful experience it was,” said head coach Chris Marotta. “The kids worked so well together, not only with their teammates but with the new friends from other teams which they met at the Science Olympiad. They all helped each other in the spirit of good sportsmanship. It was a beautiful experience, which I am certain that they will carry for their entire lives.” R.C. Murphy Junior High School also competed in this year’s state contest and was ranked third – missing second place by only two points! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155048 Wed, 16 May 2018 18:00:00 GMT false155048 Murphy Principal Names an Administrator of the Year As the result of his professionalism, dedication and commitment, R.C. Murphy Junior High School Principal Vincent Vizzo has been selected to receive the Junior High School Principal of the Year Award by the Council of Administrators and Supervisors. “As the principal of Murphy Junior High School, Mr. Vizzo has built and cultivated a school culture full of care, warmth, kindness, compassion, respect and, most importantly, unity,” said Kevin Finnerty, Ward Melville High School assistant principal, former assistant principal at Murphy and one of the individuals who helped present the award to Mr. Vizzo. “He is a leader who is supportive of others, empowers others to achieve common goals and is willing to unlock people’s potential to help them become better. He has worked relentlessly over the years to improve students’ needs academically, socially and emotionally.” Each year, the Council of Administrators and Supervisors recognizes a number of highly skilled school administrators from Nassau and Suffolk counties with an Administrator of the Year award. The council represents over 1,400 administrators in 77 school districts across Long Island. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155041 Wed, 16 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155041 Setauket Runners Club Setauket Elementary School students in grades K-6 worked to stay active and healthy by running hundreds of miles this school year as part of their participation in the building’s Runners Club. The club, an initiative organized by the New York Road Runners, was divided into a grade 3-6 group and a K-2 group. Upperclassmen from Setauket volunteered during the younger club’s meetings to help keep track of the progress each runner makes. Students are able to earn rewards from the NYRR based on the number of miles they run. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155042 Wed, 16 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155042 Lessons on Healthy Eating at Murphy As an extension of their class studies, R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh-grade Home and Careers classes attended an informative program on healthy eating and positive life choices. The program, provided by Casey Clemens from the Ethical Choices Program, covered ways to prevent cardiovascular disease and obesity, as well as the link between unhealthy food choices and such things as cancer, diabetes and osteoporosis. The school’s Home and Careers program is a 10-week course that all students take during their first year of junior high school http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155040 Tue, 15 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155040 Budget Passes - Thank You! Budget Results: Yes – 1412 No – 536 Board Candidates: William F. Connors, Jr. – 1553 Deanna Bavlnka – 1482 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155047 Tue, 15 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155047 Combining Art and Technology at Minnesauke As a culminating activity to their study on Vincent Van Gogh, Minnesauke Elementary School kindergarten students created a Starry Night STEAM project inspired by the famous artist. The students learned facts about Van Gogh and his painting techniques as well as how circuits work and the technology behind creating a “touch board.” The students used their talents to create a painting based on the Van Gogh painting while teacher Christine Sacco used conductive paint and a series of circuits to make the piece interactive. When someone touched the stars or butterfly on the painting, they heard the students sharing facts, quotes or information about the project or a recording of Don Mclean’s song “Vincent.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154737 Mon, 14 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154737 Ward Melville Senior Makes Waves With Neuroscience Research Ward Melville High School senior and member of the school’s InSTAR science research program Kathleen Esfahany has been nominated by the Long Island Science Congress to attend the New York State Science Congress at the University of Buffalo in June. Kathleen was selected for this honor based on her research work on the “Organization of Neural Population Code in Mouse Visual System.” Kathleen has dedicated much of her research to this field and was recently featured in a video created by the Allen Institute, a global leader in neuroscience research. She will be heading to Massachusetts Institute of Technology this fall, where she plans to continue to study the field of science. Below is a link to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yXfpK1XS2RA http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154735 Mon, 14 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154735 Celebrating School Geography Bee Winners R.C. Murphy Junior High School and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh- and eighth-grade students recently participated in the National Geography Bee as part of the buildings’ social studies program. All students participated in an initial round of testing and winners from each social studies class moved on to a schoolwide competition. As a result of their success at the building competitions, eighth-grader Michael Monez from Murphy and seventh-grader Aidan Visconti from Gelinas were named the champions. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154736 Mon, 14 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154736 Ward Melville Senior Honored for Volunteer Efforts Ward Melville High School senior Madeline Mastriano has been named a Distinguished Finalist in the 2018 Prudential Spirit of Community Awards competition – a nationwide competition honoring young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism. Madeline was one of only eight New York State students selected for his distinction. Madeline has helped to raise $37,000 for the Stony Brook Children’s Hospital over the past five years by running a lemonade stand with her brother. To date, the event has attracted more than 100 student volunteers and 25 business supporters to help with the cause. For being a Distinguished Finalist, Madeline was presented with an engraved bronze medallion. According to organizers, the Prudential Spirit of Community Award represents the United States’ largest youth recognition program based solely on volunteer service. The program, now in its 23rd year, is conducted by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154733 Wed, 09 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154733 Donating the Gift of Music To help bring a love of music to the youngest students in her local community, Ward Melville High School student Clara Rosenzweig recently facilitated the donation of a “Play Me, I’m Yours” piano to the Three Village Central School District’s pre-K program. Housed at Nassakeag Elementary School, the district’s program was a new addition for the 2017-18 school year and is attended by more than 100 students from the community. The new piano will allow for more opportunities for teachers to incorporate music into the curriculum. To help personalize the instrument, which was donated to Clara from the Johnson family, each student in the program was invited to help paint the exterior of the piano using their handprints. The completed project was unveiled to the students during a special ceremony, which several local elected officials attended to present Clara with proclamations celebrating her efforts and thoughtfulness. Clara’s efforts were part of her work toward obtaining the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest honor given by the organization. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154732 Tue, 08 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154732 Ward Melville Yearbook Garners Top Awards Ward Melville High School Invictus yearbook staff had the opportunity to attend the Journalism Education Association/National Scholastic Press Association conference in San Francisco this April, where they were honored and presented with a number of accolades. Students competed in design, writing and photography competitions, and nine awards were earned by the following students: Juliana Bonomo – Honorable Mention, Yearbook Layout, Theme Design Faith Garcia – Honorable Mention, Newsmagazine Layout Adriana Orduna – Honorable Mention, Yearbook Layout Pages Design Ally Waring – Honorable Mention, Graphic Design, Infographic Kayla Zorn – Honorable Mention, Yearbook Academics Copy and Caption Writing Jake DePinto – Excellent in Literary Magazine Layout Caitlin Lynch – Excellent in Yearbook Sports Copy and Caption Writing Astghik (Astrid) Vartanyan – Excellent in Graphic Design, Logo Ally Wertheim – Superior in Graphic Design, Advertising http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154730 Mon, 07 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154730 Learning About the Food Industry Ward Melville High School’s Gourmet Foods class learned how to prepare butternut squash soup with caraway seeds when Chef Roland Iadanza visited the building. Mr. Iadanza is an executive chef with more than 30 years of experience in all facets of fine dining, catering and restaurant operations. He is territory manager for RC Fine Foods in Suffolk County. From 2001 to 2013, Iadanza was executive chef/director of sales for Great Eastern Pasta Works and Pasta People in Lindenhurst, New York, and Babylon, New York. He has a culinary arts degree from Johnson & Wales University. During his visit, students were able to garnish their own soups in small bread bowls by drizzling sour cream over them and swirling the drizzle with toothpicks. Students enjoyed the soup and discussed Chef Roland’s profession in the foodservice industry. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154731 Mon, 07 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154731 Arrowhead's Girls Wellness Club http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154724 Mon, 07 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154724 Team Up 4 Community Challenge Vote for Ward Melville High School in the 2018 Spring Team Up 4 Community Challenge. The school was nominated for the recent badminton tournament organized for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society and is now in the running for up to a $3,000 scholarship or grant! Below is a link to vote. Polls will be open until Friday, May 11. https://www.teamup4community.org/l-i-spring-sports-heroes-video-challenge-2018 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154734 Fri, 04 May 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154734 Ward Melville Virtual Enterprise CEO Goes Global! Niki Friedwald, the CEO of the Virtual Enterprise International class at the Ward Melville High School, was accepted into a prestigious two-week summer program at Hult International School of Business in London. She was one of only 20 students selected from around the world who will participate in Hult’s Business Challenge with a real multinational firm. Her selection was based on the multitude of business classes she has taken at Ward Melville, her role as CEO in a Virtual Enterprise class, the real-world business experience that she has acquired since she was a young child in her father’s business, her own personal business ventures and her leadership potential. During this international program students will be immersed in an actual case challenge involving a multinational company such as Dove or Ford, which have been partners in the past. The first week is geared toward students gaining new knowledge through interactive workshops and lectures with Hult’s undergraduate professors on everything from global marketing to finance. The second week in London will enable Niki to further develop her leadership skills and put what she has learned into practice. The attending students will be split into teams to collaborate on a fun and very competitive Pre-University Business Challenge. Niki and her team will be asked by a real multinational client to solve a pressing business issue, and the students will be given the framework and support needed to develop and pitch their own creative solution. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154729 Fri, 04 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154729 Ward Melville DECA Member Named International Finalists As a result of their successes earlier this year, Ward Melville High School’s DECA members qualified to and recently competed at the International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, where Kelsey Ge was named an international finalist in the Restaurant and Food Service Management event. More than 20,000 DECA members from around the globe competed in business-related events this year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154728 Fri, 04 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154728 Remaining Mindful at Minnesauke Sixth-grade students in Patricia Woods’ class at Minnesauke Elementary School participated in a series of activities geared toward mindfulness training. Mindfulness is defined as paying attention to the present moment on purpose and with kindness. Overwhelming research is proving mindfulness practice is an effective method to reduce stress, anxiety and improve executive function and attention. With the assistance of parent volunteer and trained mindfulness educator Jessica Ciardullo, the students learned calming breathing techniques, how to stay in the moment, approach test taking more clear-headedly and many other mindful approaches to living. Additionally, the students created glitter bottles. When shaken, the bottles showed how minds clutter when one is stressed and when the glitter settled it represented how much clearer one’s thoughts are when allowed to slow down, breathe and recognize intrusive thoughts but not allow them to consume us. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154726 Thu, 03 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154726 Mock Trial Team Wraps Up Season The Three Village Mock Trial Team wrapped up another successful courtroom competition season with its fourth consecutive trip to the Suffolk County Regional Final and a fourth straight undefeated regular season. Their success this year was also marked by being named the Suffolk County and Long Island Moot Court champions. Coaches Douglas Elliot and Joseph Prokop, along with the rest of the team, wished a fond farewell to our seniors Andi Sauer (president) and Michael Lu (vice president); the duo never lost in head-to-head competition in the regular season and have been excellent examples for those who have followed. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154727 Thu, 03 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154727 Budget Newsletter Now Available http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154725 Thu, 03 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154725 New Spaces to Enjoy Rainy Days at Mount As the result of a multiyear service-learning project, W.S. Mount Elementary School proudly celebrated the grand opening of the building’s new game and indoor recess rooms this April. Since 2013, the building’s Student Government has been working on a youth-led project to change the indoor recess environment at Mount School from the classroom to a more exciting environment. “Over the years, many students had a hand in creating, designing, fund-raising, budgeting, ordering, developing and redesigning for this initiative,” adviser Linda Figliozzi said. “To date, we have created three indoor recess rooms – one being a quiet recess room, the other a large game room and, along the way, our principal offered the mini gym as a third place for larger activities. Classes rotate during recess through these three rooms depending on the weather conditions.” At the grand opening, current and returning students that were involved with this student-led initiative from Gelinas, Murphy and Ward Melville had the chance to tour the new spaces. This project came together through a partnership with Lift Up Long Island, an organization that supports the region through sustainability, providing skills and mentorship for youth in their social entrepreneurship ventures. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154721 Wed, 02 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154721 Iron Patriots Showcase Takes on Regional Stage The Ward Melville High School robotics team – the Iron Patriots –recently competed in the 2018 Lego FIRST Robotics competition. After three grueling days of battle, the Iron Patriots made it all the way to the final competition and emerged as second-place winners. “This is an amazing accomplishment for a team that has only existed for two years,” Principal Dr. Alan Baum said. “Needless to say, we are extremely proud of all of our team members for an astounding season.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154720 Wed, 02 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154720 Artistic Service Projects http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154722 Tue, 01 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154722 Gardening Club Beautifies Grounds Arrowhead Elementary School Garden Club members helped to beautify their school grounds by planting pansies and colorful pinwheels in planters. The planters were provided by the school’s Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports Committee last spring and the 52-member club helps to maintain them throughout the year. In the fall they planted mums in the planters, which are located at the school’s main and security entrances. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154718 Tue, 01 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154718 Gelinas Students Have Lunch With a Scientist P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grade Earth science students had the chance to attend a series of talks this year with renowned professionals as part of an initiative called “Lunch with a Scientist.” During the most recent event, students met with Professor William Holt, a geophysicist from the Department of Geosciences at Stony Brook University, who reviewed his research in plate tectonics and the geoscience profession. Professor Holt’s research focuses on the movement of Earth’s tectonic plates and the resulting stresses and strains produced across the North American continent. His talk was focused around the origin and current state of the San Andreas Fault in California. This famous North American feature was formed as the continent moved westward over an ancient sea-floor ridge. His research team measures the motion of the planet with a high degree of accuracy using GPS (global positioning satellites). During his discussion, Professor Holt even made use of a toy slinky to help demonstrate the way that different seismic waves move through our planet. The discussion also highlighted the positive job forecasts for the geoscience profession over the next decade due to both retirements and job growth. Overall, the experience broadened the students’ understanding of Regents-level concepts through an examination of cutting-edge research performed at our local research university. The “Lunch with a Scientist” series of talks was started this year to bring local experts into schools to discuss their field of work in STEM-based fields. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154719 Tue, 01 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154719 Summer Enrichment Newsletter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154723 Tue, 01 May 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154723 Students Perform at Mets Game The All District Chorus performed the National Anthem at a recent New York Mets game. Below are some photos from the event and a link to hear the beautiful performance. Click here to watch the video http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154717 Mon, 30 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154717 Juniors Named ExploraVision Regional Finalists Ward Melville High School juniors Kian Abbott, Jeffrey Casey, Darren Tung and Abhinav Yadav were selected as one of six regional finalists in the Toshiba ExploraVision competition for their project, “Polychiral Multi-Walled Carbon Nanotube Solar Cells.” These students were honored for their successes during a recent in-school presentation, where they learned they will go on to compete for a chance to win a trip to Washington, D.C., and a $10,000 U.S. savings bond. The students’ project creates efficient solar cells made from multiwalled carbon nanotubes with varying chiralities. Carbon nanotubes exhibit the photoelectric effect, so they can be used to create a solar cell. When carbon nanotubes are produced they have differing structures, which is referred to as chirality. The different chiralities absorb different wavelengths of light. The multiwalled carbon nanotubes used would have chiralities specifically tuned to absorb the different wavelengths of sunlight, resulting in a highly efficient solar cell. As regional winners, each student was presented with a commemorative plaque and large external hard drive. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154393 Thu, 26 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154393 Public Notice: May Board of Education Meetings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154394 Thu, 26 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154394 Minnesauke Unplugs to Connect Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff are taking part in an unplugged challenge this April – an initiative designed to reduce digital media usage and increase time connecting with themselves, family and friends. The weeklong program – which was based on a national movement – focused on teaching students about alternative activities to promote health lifestyles. Activities were designed by a building-level committee and were introduced during students’ health, library and physical education lessons. Additionally, students took part in a seven-day art challenge, were invited to an evening event at a local Sky Zone trampoline park and were encouraged to create a family contract setting acceptable parameters for digital usage. “I feel that there is a real need to address the topic of the overuse of digital media by children, especially as many are spending more and more time plugged in and less time connecting with people and experiencing the world around them in a healthy way,” said physical education teacher and initiative coordinator Danielle Cumings. “The committee worked hard to provide meaningful lessons and activities to increase awareness of this topic and to encourage families to become involved and take action by setting parameters for acceptable digital usage.” Teachers and staff members helped to promote the initiative by signing posters explaining how they like to unplug. The completed posters were displayed throughout the building. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154391 Wed, 25 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154391 Honoring Achievements and Scholars During the mid-April Board of Education meeting, the district honored and celebrated several students’ successes. Below is a brief overview of those who were honored. Nassakeag Elementary School third-grader and master chess player Kevin Duong was commended for being named a 2018 New York State Scholastic chess co-champion. Kevin will now compete in the 2018 Pan America Youth Chess championship this July in Santiago, Chile, with all his expenses paid. Seven Ward Melville High School seniors were commended for being named National Merit Scholarship finalists, an honor bestowed based upon a student’s PSAT scores and a comprehensive application process. Seniors Emily Huang and Michael Lu were celebrated for being named 2018 Regeneron Science Talent Search semifinalists. The students entered this competition based on their independent and cutting-edge research projects. To end the evening, the members of the Ward Melville High School boys swimming and diving team were honored for earning team and individual state championships, being named county and league runners-up as well as capturing several new school records this past season. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154392 Wed, 25 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154392 All District Chorus Performs at Mets Game Click here to watch the video http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154390 Tue, 24 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154390 REVISED Public Notice: April Board of Education Meetings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154378 Mon, 23 Apr 2018 09:00:00 GMT false154378 May 1 Drug Awareness Meeting – Sponsored by the Bates House http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154389 Mon, 23 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154389 Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand Fundraiser Join in the Lemon Squeeze Challenge to raise awareness and money for the Stony Brook Children's Hospital. Click here to open the Lemonade StandChallenge flyer. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154388 Fri, 20 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154388 7-12 Report Cards Now Viewable in the Portal The 3rd quarter report cards for students in grades 7-12 are now viewable in the Campus portal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154387 Wed, 18 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154387 WMHS Students Work to Raise Funds Ward Melville High School juniors Jillian Bove and Ally Szema spearheaded a fun-filled badminton tournament this March that helped to raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The event was sponsored by the school’s HOSA club in Jillian and Ally’s name, with all donations to the tournament benefiting their team, 3vforacure. Also in attendance was special guest Brandon Bloom, who attends Arrowhead and is a cancer survivor. Brandon and his family welcomed all 21 teams to the event in the opening remarks. The team and HOSA are hard at work raising awareness for all blood cancers, hoping to raise $50,000 in seven short weeks as part of the Students of the Year initiative. Students throughout the nation are nominated to participate in a fundraising competition to benefit the society’s mission, and the team that raises the most money by the awards celebration on April 26 will be named Students of the Year. There is still time to donate before the late April deadline. For more information or to help the cause, please visit http://events.lls.org/li/longislandSOY2018/t3vforacur. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154385 Mon, 16 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154385 National Writing Honors Three R.C. Murphy Junior High School students – Shahzadi Adeena, Alana John and Claire Yang – have earned national recognition in the 2018 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards competition. Shahzadi earned a gold medal for her “A Spectrum of Blue” poem, Alana earned a silver medal for her “Words of the Refuse” poem and Claire earned a silver medal for her flash fiction piece, “Peach.” These students have been identified by panels of creative professionals as the most talented young artists and writers in the nation. Of the 350,000 pieces of writing and art submitted, only 3,259 won national medals, which represent the top 1 percent of the work submitted. As a gold medalist, Shahzadi, her parents and Murphy English Chairperson Catherine Duffy will travel to Carnegie Hall on June 7, where she will receive her gold medal at a national ceremony. Marc Brown, alum and author of the “Arthur” series, will be the keynote speaker. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154384 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154384 Important Changes in New York State Law Regarding Medical Examinations As of July 1, 2018, New York State law requires a health examination for all students entering the school district for the first time and when entering Pre-K or K, 1st, 3rd, 5th, 7th, 9th , and 11th grades. These examinations must be completed on the approved NYSED Student Health Examination Form for School for the health exam. Please see a copy of the entire letter here. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154386 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154386 Musicals Take the Stage P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools’ student-actors enthralled audiences this March with their musical productions of “Kiss Me Kate” and “Beauty and the Beast,” respectively. Hundreds of students from each school were involved in the productions after months of rehearsals under the direction of Sean Jordan and Brianna Gobetz (Gelinas) and Anthony Pollera (Murphy). In addition to the audiences that packed the schools’ auditoriums during the regular shows, each school showcased this year’s musical during free daytime performances for the district’s sixth-graders and senior citizen community. P.J. Gelinas Photos R.C. Murphy Photos http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154382 Thu, 12 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154382 Murphy Student Wins Local Book Contest R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-grade student Rebecca Blumenthal has been named the first-place winner in her division for Emma S. Clark Memorial Library’s annual Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Contest for her book, “Racing Star.” Rebecca’s book will be bound and become part of the children’s library’s permanent collection. She will also be presented with a $400 scholarship. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154383 Thu, 12 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154383 STEM Summer Camp Brochure http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154379 Wed, 11 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154379 JHS Science Teams Head to State Competition P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools’ Science Olympiad teams recently dominated the competition during this year’s Eastern Regional tournament, as the two Three Village schools had teams ranked second and first, respectively. Murphy’s A team won nine first-place medals, five second-place medals and four third-place medals. Its lowest place was third in all of the events that it competed in. Gelinas’ A team won eight first-place medals, three second-place medals and four third-place medals. Both of the schools’ B teams finished in the top five, with the Gelinas B placing fourth and winning 14 medals, and the Murphy B finishing fifth and winning 13 medals. The Murphy C team placed 17th, winning four medals, and the Gelinas C team placed 14th, winning four medals.‬ The schools will be represented by one team each at the New York State Science Olympiad competition, which will be held on April 13-14. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154380 Wed, 11 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154380 A Winning Penny for Your Thoughts Arrowhead Elementary School students sifted through dozens of pennies over the past two months in search of the oldest penny in the community – a challenge that was sparked by the local Gold Coast Bank branch. The contest winner was Charlotte Plagainos, a kindergartener who found a penny from 1802. The runner up was James-Henry Parkinson, a fourth-grader whose penny was dated 1847. For their participation in the contest, Charlotte was awarded a $100 prize, James-Henry was presented with a $50 prize and the school’s PTA was the recipient of a $500 prize. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154381 Wed, 11 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154381 7th Annual ZUMBA for Autism - Wed., April 18 at WMHS APRIL IS AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH The WMHS SHARP Club (Students Helping and Reaching Peers) will be hosting our 7th Annual ZUMBA for Autism Wednesday, April 18th at 6 PM Ward Melville High School Gymnasium Suggested donation $20 adults / $10 students (pay at the door) 90 minutes of Zumba *New instructors - Allison Guiseppone (Santana), Kerri Farine & Denise Nappi Raffle prizes, music, refreshments, autism awareness merchandise, proceeds to benefit NSASA (Nassau Suffolk Autism Society of America) We invite staff, students, & community members! Come shake it for a great cause! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154139 Tue, 10 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154139 Town of Brookhaven Youth Services Bureau Workshops Tough Decisions Are Ahead, Own Your Own Choices, April 23, 2018 Vaping 101: Facts and Myths, May 14, 2018 Workshop flyers can be found by following this link. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154140 Mon, 09 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154140 Town of Brookhaven War on Addiction Rally – April 21 Click here for details http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155252 Sun, 01 Apr 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155252 Three Village Lemonade Stand - April 9 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154132 Thu, 29 Mar 2018 21:00:00 GMT false154132 New Team in Town This spring season brings a new team to the Ward Melville High School athletic roster – the first-ever Patriots girls and boys badminton team! Expanding upon past offerings and traditions, this team is ready to represent their school well as they compete this season under the leadership of coaches Charlie Fernandes and Shannon Sioss. Good luck to these new Patriots! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154137 Thu, 29 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154137 Learning From Broadway Experts As an extension of their classroom lessons, 90 members of the P.J. Gelinas Junior High School chorus, band and orchestra embarked on a journey to New York City to attend a Broadway master class with Joel Hatch (lead performer in “Come From Away”) and Jeff Theiss (assistant musical director for the current Broadway production of “The Band Visit”). During the workshop, the students were fully engaged in a question-and-answer session with two prominent members of the Broadway community. Many aspects of theater were discussed from the perspective of a performer and a pit orchestra member. Following the workshop, the students had lunch at Hard Rock Cafe and attended a performance of “Come From Away” on Broadway. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154135 Wed, 28 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154135 Experiencing New Technologies Three Village Central School District STEM teachers, fourth-grade teacher Abby O’Leary, second-grade teacher Eileen Cole and their students were recently introduced to augmented reality through a visit with the 3D Bear Company. Augmented reality allows viewers to layer computer-generated enhancements on top of existing reality. The students were able to use their own creativity to make their learning more meaningful when given the chance to create, interact and design what they learned on iPads. In order to create in augmented reality, students were involved in research, brainstorming and design, and then had a chance to present their creations. Mrs. O’Leary’s fourth-graders recreated scenes from a book they read in class, “The Tiger Rising,” by Kate DiCamillo. Mrs. Cole’s class conducted research related to dinosaurs and created scenes that showed what they learned, including a particular dinosaur’s habitat, diet and other interesting facts. The lesson also included a brief introduction to 3D printing, as often the designs created in augmented reality are later “brought to life” on a 3D printer. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154136 Wed, 28 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154136 Technology Transports Learning Nassakeag Elementary School fourth-grade students recently traveled back in time to learn about their local history through a program sponsored by Teachers Federal Credit Union in collaboration with The Ward Melville Heritage Organization. Using distance learning technology, the students were transported to the WMHO’s Brewster House, c. 1665, to experience a reader’s theater performance about the Culper spy ring, “Windows Through Time: Journals of American Revolutionary War Spies,” guided by WMHO’s educators. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154133 Tue, 27 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154133 Measuring up Mathematical Treats Fourth-grade students in Kathryn Comiskey’s class at Nassakeag Elementary School recently sifted, stirred and measured baking ingredients while deploying their understanding of measurements and fractions to create loaves of Irish soda bread for the St. James Soup Kitchen. Working in small groups, the students first created the batter using traditional measuring tools before solving how to make the same recipe using equivalent fractions when the proper tools are removed. The lesson not only reinforced the grade level’s math curriculum but also ties into the school’s character education program as it encourages students to be positive role models in the community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154134 Tue, 27 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154134 Snow Day Make Up Information As you are aware, we are experiencing a very difficult winter and the entre into spring has also been quite challenging. As a result of several days of inclement weather, the Three Village Central School District has had to cancel school on five days, the highest number for one school year in recent history. By closing school for five days, the district has surpassed the three (3) allocated snow days noted in the school calendar, as well as the fourth “insurance” snow day. As a result, school will now be in session on Wednesday, March 28, Friday, May 25 and Tuesday, May 29 for full days of instruction. Additionally, school will also be open and in session for a half day on Thursday, March 29, 2018. The Thursday dismissal schedule for each of our schools is as follows: Ward Melville High School and the Academy - 10:37 am Gelinas and Murphy Junior High Schools - 11:14 am Minnesauke and Nassakeag Elementary Schools - 11:55 am Arrowhead, Mount, and Setauket Elementary Schools - 12:40 pm We recognize that the March 29 half make up day may affect your family’s vacation plans, as it falls at the beginning of our Spring Recess. Please note that while our schools must adhere to the district’s attendance polices on this date, we are going to exercise as much flexibility as is possible within mandated regulations. Please note that on Thursday, March 29 there will be no student attendance for children enrolled in the district’s pre-kindergarten program. If you have any questions specific to your child or situation, I encourage you to contact your school’s main office. Thank you in advance for your understanding. My very best wishes to our entire school community for a very happy and healthy holiday and vacation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154131 Mon, 26 Mar 2018 11:00:00 GMT false154131 Studying the Culinary World at Ward Melville Ward Melville High School Gourmet Foods classes had the chance to learn about the collegiate culinary world when Chef Satoko Matthews, community liaison at Suffolk County Community College, came in to speak with the students. During the workshop, Chef Matthews explained the opportunities that Suffolk County Community College can offer to students who are interested in attending culinary school. These included earning associate’s degrees in culinary arts, baking and pastry arts, and hospitality management. Additionally, the students learned about the steps they can take after receiving an associate’s degree, including entering the workforce or continuing to study their craft and earning a bachelor’s degree. To close out the visit, Chef Matthews demonstrated the method for making Gyoza using wrappers and a pork filling. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154130 Mon, 26 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154130 Crafting Blankets for Children’s Hospital Nassakeag Elementary School’s student council used its creativity and compassion to create 20 blankets for Stony Brook Children’s University Center this winter. During several council meetings, members worked on making the blankets from fleece. They cut and knotted the ends to create fringe and a few members sewed the edge. Many worked in small groups and created more than one blanket per group. The completed blankets were delivered to the Child Life administrators in Stony Brook Hospital’s main lobby this March. Students attending the drop-off learned how the blankets would go to children who were ill and in need of a little extra comfort. “It made the members feel proud that their one small act of kindness could bring a smile and comfort to someone, possibly their age, who was undergoing medical treatment,” said teacher Judy Larsen. “Our student council is looking into what we can possibly make for the unit next year.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154128 Fri, 23 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154128 Healthy Study of Digestion With the help of their health education teacher Christina Driscoll, students at Arrowhead and W.S. Mount Elementary Schools took part in a hands-on exploration of the human digestive system. As part of the district’s elementary health program, students in fourth grade learned the parts, functions and role of digestion in the body. For this lesson, which was the culmination of the unit, each student was assigned an organ or chemical involved in the digestive process. Students organized themselves in the order in which their job occurs. When it was their turn, they had to perform a task that simulates what happens at each stage. Whether students were the “teeth” who mashed up a food product into smaller pieces, the “stomach” who, along with “hydrochloric acid,” blended the food together or the “small intestines,” which recovered essential nutrients, every child enjoyed a memorable and at times messy learning experience. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154129 Fri, 23 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154129 Ward Melville Athletics Winter Recap 2017-18 209 Scholar Athletes (90 average or above) Boys Swimming/Diving Team State Champions 200-yard Individual Medley – State Champions: David He, Ryan Kaplan, Cameron Kubik, Luka Zuric 8-1-1 League and County runner-up 15 County Qualifiers 9 State Qualifiers Suffolk County Record 400-yard Freestyle Relay – David He, Ryan Kaplan, Cameron Kubik, Luka Zuric New School Records 200-yard Individual Medley – David He, Ryan Kaplan, Cameron Kubik, Luka Zuric 50- & 100-yard Freestyle – Nicholas Bogush 500-yard Freestyle Relay – Luka Zuric 200-yard Freestyle Relay – Nick Bogush, David He, Cameron Kubic, Kevin Xu 100-yard Breaststroke – Cameron Kubik First year the boys team has sent three divers to county championship meet – Steven Chu, Max Friedman, Danny Moore Boys Winter Track State Qualifiers – Danny Ryan 1000m/Eric Zulkofske 1600m 4x800m School record and Millrose Qualifier – Glen Pinkava, Danny Ryan, Caleb Wheeler, Eric Zulkofske Girls Winter Track New York State Scholar Athlete Team Third in League/Fourth in the County 55 Hurdles League/County Champion, State Qualifier new school record 8.50 – Kiera Hughes Millrose winner girls 4x400 LI Champions 3:57.84 – Allyson Gaedje, Samantha Sturgess 4x800 County Runner-up State Qualifiers – Allyson Gaedje, Liz Radke, Samantha Rutt, Sam Sturgess Wrestling League 1 Champions 10-7 County Champions/State Qualifier/116 wins – Raf Leviano League Champions – James Araneo, Raf Leviano, Rich Munoz 7 County Qualifier Boys Basketball 17-5 League 1 Champion Class AA Playoffs Playoff win Elite Eight Girls Basketball 11-9 NYS Scholar Athlete Team 2 Playoff Wins County Final Four Cheerleading Top 3 regular season finish Suffolk County qualifier Suffolk County Runner-up – Large Division Back-to-Back top 10 finish at UCA National Cheer Competition Boys Fencing 14-1/League/County Champions NYS Scholar Athlete Team Ben Rogak (epee) 28-2 season record, Brentwood Holiday tournament champion, County Champion, First Team All-Long Island Girls Fencing 13-0 League/County/Long Island Champions NYS Scholar Athlete Team County Champions – Bridget Becchina, Julia Duffy, Ivana Zavala-Arbelaez http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154127 Thu, 22 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154127 Ward Melville DECA Members Head to Nationals Ward Melville High School DECA club had a remarkable performance at this year’s New York State competition and, as a result of their placement, 11 students have qualified to compete in the national contest in Atlanta this April. The national qualifiers include: Kelsey Ge: First Place – Restaurant and Food Service Management Elizabeth Wang: Second Place – Quick Service Restaurant Management Anna Ma and Eileen Whelan: Second Place – Hospitality Services TEAM Jay Sangwan and Kathryn Zhao: Second Place – Financial Services TEAM Ari Solomon: Third Place – Business Service Management Suraj Singh: Third Place – Automotive Services Marketing William Jin and Diego Bennett: Fourth Place – Independent Business Plan TEAM Varsha Talanki: Fourth Place – Marketing Communications Series Additionally, the following students placed in the top 10 in their events in New York State: Jade Eggleston – Retail Merchandising Jonathan Huang – Principles of Finance Priya Mukhi – Hotel and Lodging Management Ashley Zhang – Principles of Hospitality and Tourism Dara Berman and Katie Zhao – Marketing Management Team Decision Making http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154126 Thu, 22 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154126 The Three Village School District will be closed Thursday, March 22, 2018 Due to inclement weather the Three Village School District will be closed Thursday, March 22, 2018 All activities are canceled, with the exception of the shows at Murphy and Gelinas junior high schools, which will go on as scheduled. Thank you and be safe. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154125 Thu, 22 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false154125 Chopped Art at Minnesauke http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154123 Tue, 20 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false154123 Keri LoGiudice Fundraiser – March 27 (DATE CHANGED) Click here for details http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155253 Mon, 19 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155253 PJ Gelinas Presents "Kiss Me Kate" - March 21-24, 2018 PJ Gelinas Presents "Kiss Me Kate" on March 21 through March 24, 2018. Call 631-730-4579 or visit MySchoolBucks.com for tickets and information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155145 Thu, 15 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155145 RC Murphy Presents "Beauty and the Beast" on March 20-24, 2018 RC Murphy Presents "Beauty and the Beast" on March 20 through 24, 2018. Please call 631-730-4831 for ticket and show information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155146 Thu, 15 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155146 *** Three Village School District Closed Tuesday, March 13, 2018 *** Due to inclement weather the Three Village School District will be closed Tuesday, March 13, 2018 The Pre-K open house has been rescheduled to Thursday,March 15 at 6:30 PM. There is a chance that a delayed opening may be necessary for Wednesday, depending on the amount of snow that we get and also the timing of it. If this is the case, another message will be sent, either this evening or tomorrow morning. Thank you and be safe. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155256 Tue, 13 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155256 Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau FREE Drug Education, Awareness, and Prevention Workshops March 21, 2018 at the South Country Library- In SPANISH ONLY March 27, 2018 at Brookhaven Town Hall, Farmingville- In ENGLISH ONLY Please see the attached flyers for more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155254 Mon, 12 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155254 Superintendent's Letter Regarding the National School Walkout The superintendent's letter regarding the National School Walkout scheduled for March 14 was emailed to all parents on Friday, March 9. Parents can view this letter by logging into the Campus Portal and locating the link in the District Announcements section at the top of the page. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155255 Mon, 12 Mar 2018 04:00:00 GMT false155255 Expanded Social Studies Lessons In a cross-school learning experience, Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-grade students in Patricia Woods’ class attended a special workshop presentation with Allison Kane, a social studies teacher at Ward Melville High School. Expanding the students’ study on China’s history and political policy, Ms. Kane spoke in detail on the one-child policy that previously existed in the People’s Republic of China. The topic was connected to the class’s current read aloud of the book, “Among the Hidden.” Throughout the workshop the students had the opportunity to ask Ms. Kane questions about the book and the policy itself. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155250 Fri, 09 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155250 Honors for Three Village Writers A record number of Three Village Central School District students have been recognized by the Scholastic Writing Awards Program and earned top honors in the competition. This program, with alumni like Truman Capote, Steven King and Joyce Carol Oates, identifies teenagers with exceptional literary talent and brings their remarkable work to a national audience. Only the top 2-15 percent of the 250,000 entries are recognized. The Gold Key regional winners will now go on to the national competition. National medalists will be announced in March. R.C. Murphy Junior High School Honorees: Shahzadi Adeena, Gold Key – Poetry: “A Spectrum of Blue” Rebecca Blumenthal, Gold Key – Poetry: “Maya Angelou: A Caged Bird Set Free” Alana John, Gold Key – Poetry: “Words of the Refuse” Sofia Mulligan, Gold Key – Short Story: “Der Alpen” Claire Yang, Gold Key – Flash Fiction: “Peach” Claire Yang, Silver Key – Poetry: “Grass Stains” and “Dark Thoughts” Claire Yang, Silver Key – Short Story: “Splinters” Lillian Zhi, Silver Key – Flash Fiction: “Scarred” Rebecca Blumenthal, Honorable Mention – Science Fiction and Fantasy: “One Percent” Matthew Chen, Honorable Mention – Poetry: “A Midnight Occurrence” Carolyn Liu, Honorable Mention – Poetry: “Dreams” Shahzadi Adeena, Honorable Mention – Poetry: “A Theft of Stature,” “To Those Who Swim With Their Eyes Closed,” “A Translucent Thought,” and “The Ambiguous Thief” P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Honorees: Peter Sloniewsky – Silver Key: Short Story “Slacker” Jacqueline Wu – Silver Key: Poetry “Winter” and Short Story “Family Feud” Ward Melville High School Honorees: Meredith Bushman, Silver Key – Flash Fiction: “Sister” Rebecca Holt, Honorable Mention – Short Story: “The Lethality of Routine” Emily Huang, Honorable Mention – Poetry: “Ante Meridiem” Jonathan Huang, Honorable Mention – Poetry: “Election Invocation” Noor Kamal, Silver Key – Flash Fiction: “What Ali Carries” Niki Nassiri, Honorable Mention – Critical Essay: “Iran and Us”; Honorable Mention – Writing Portfolio: “Definition of Me” and Silver Key – Personal Essay and Memoir: “Writer’s Reality” Jeanette Orlando, Gold Key – Flash Fiction: “Oliver”; Honorable Mention – Personal Essay and Memoir: “The Inn” and Honorable Mention – Short Story: “Summit with a Stranger” Arianna Parkhideh, Gold Key – Poetry: “Poets” and Gold Key – Poetry: “Museum” Anushka Rajagopalan, Honorable Mention – Short Story: “Lost on a Straight Path” Odeya Rosenband, Gold Key – Personal Essay and Memoir: “Ovaries and Gasoline” Andi Sauer, Gold Key – Flash Fiction: “Dad”; Honorable Mention – Short Story “Cigarettes”; Honorable Mention – Writing Portfolio: “Words, or a Lack Thereof” Janet Song, Gold Key – Personal Essay and Memoir: “Page 194”; Honorable Mention – Flash Fiction: “Lie”; Honorable Mention – Humor: “Bull”; Silver Key – Personal Essay and Memoir: “Wedding Cake” Sofia Stremlin-Adams, Honorable Mention – Poetry: “To Fare Tim” Elizabeth Wang, Gold Key – Poetry: “Las Estaciones”; Silver Key – Poetry: “All is Fine” Amy Xie, Silver Key – Personal Essay and Memoir: “As the Desert Cries” Katie Zhao, Gold Key – Poetry: “The Children I Know”; Gold Key – Short Story: “Miracle”; Silver Key – Flash Fiction: “Right” Alana Abesamis, Silver Key: “Self Portrait” Giorgio Citarella, Gold Key: “Breathless Film” Komal Grewal, Gold Key: “Mason Jar”; Gold Key: “Colored Still Life”; Honorable Mention: “Colored Still Life”; Honorable Mention: “Self Portrait”; Honorable Mention: “Wedding Dress” Cortney Heaney, Gold Key: “Water Refraction”; Silver Key: “Double Exposure” Astrid Vardanyan, Gold Key: “Morning Routine”; Honorable Mention: “Girl Tying Shoe” Ally Wertheim, Silver Key: “Typography” Cleo Watson, Silver Key: “Growth Digital Piece”; Silver Key: “Dead End” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155251 Fri, 09 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155251 Seniors Named Finalists for National Scholarships Seven Ward Melville High School seniors have been named finalists in the 2018 National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented seniors will have the opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,500 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $32 million. Congratulations to the following students: Kathleen Esfahany, Thomas Howell, Emily Huang, Ethan Li, Michael Lu, Samuel Tan and Leon Zhao. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155247 Thu, 08 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155247 Service Learning at Minnesauke Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff are regularly committed to engaging in initiatives geared toward giving back to their community. Most recently, second-graders in Maria-Elena Mazza’s class teamed up with the sixth-graders in Melissa Flanagan’s class to create gift bags for Save a Pet. As part of the initiative, the students created thank-you notes to those adopting pets and collected many donations for the organization. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155249 Thu, 08 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155249 Gelinas Wins Sci-O Invitational Paul J. Gelinas Junior High School’s Science Olympiad team earned a first-place win at the Cornell University Invitational this winter. During the event, the students competed against several nationally ranked teams, including Piedmont, North Carolina, and the team’s friendly rivals from Eagle Hill, New York. Gelinas students scored one of the best team totals in tournament history. The B-team also performed well, beating most other A-teams. Likewise, the C-team had an impressive performance at the competition. The Gelinas Science Olympiad team is extremely grateful for those whose support made this program and its success possible, including school and district administrators, coaches, parents, volunteers and program alumni who have helped the students in their scientific pursuits. The team looks forward to continued success at the regional and state tournaments. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155245 Wed, 07 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155245 Top Speller Repeats National Performance P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grader Ryan Himmelsbach has qualified to compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee for the second consecutive year after correctly spelling the word “teleost.” “I am really excited about returning to the national bee,” Ryan said. “Since last year I have been practicing and studying words, their origins and definitions in the hope of improving and advancing further than last time.” “Paul J. Gelinas JHS is very proud of Ryan,” English Department Chairperson Joanna Cadolino said. “It is quite an accomplishment to win the regional spelling bee two years in a row, and Ryan now marks our fourth regional winner that will go on to compete in the national competition. As a school we look forward to supporting Ryan throughout his journey to the national competition.” Gelinas will have the Scripps National Spelling Bee streaming live from ESPN in the school when Ryan competes this May. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155246 Wed, 07 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155246 EARLY DISMISSAL OF ALL SCHOOLS - Wednesday, March 7, 2018 Early dismissal of all schools following the schedule below: Ward Melville will dismiss at 11:20 am Junior High Schools will dismiss at 12:00 pm Minnesauke and Nassakeag will dismiss at 12:40 pm Arrowhead, Mount and Setauket will dismiss at 1:25 pm ALL afternoon and evening activities are cancelled including the Board of Education meeting, PM PreK and afternoon SACC. The Board of Education meeting has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 14 at 7:30 at Murphy Junior High School. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155248 Wed, 07 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155248 Engineering Designs at Arrowhead Arrowhead Elementary School kindergarten students in Jennifer Giambalvo’s class became engineers as they participated in a STEM activity based on the story of the Three Little Pigs. After reading the classic tale, the students designed and constructed prototypes of a sturdy house for the main characters. They used a variety of materials and imaginative ideas to create their designs. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155243 Tue, 06 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155243 Spreading Kindness and Positivity Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-grade students worked to spread kindness and positivity throughout the school and community this February as they participated in an initiative called P.S. I Love You. The students created purple carnation flowers out of tissue paper, which they sold during lunch periods to benefit the charity associated with the cause. Additionally, each student at the school received a flower as a sign that they will do their part to cultivate a school environment where acceptance and kindness abound. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155244 Tue, 06 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155244 District Spotlighted on Fox 5 News for Proactive Training Efforts Click below for a link to the broadcast http://www.fox5ny.com/news/317712172-video http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155150 Tue, 06 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155150 Town Parent Workshop Series http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155148 Mon, 05 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155148 Letter from the Suffolk County School Superintendents Association Regarding Non-Credible Social Media Posting http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155149 Mon, 05 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155149 Public Notice: March Board of Education Meetings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155147 Fri, 02 Mar 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155147 Celebrating Languages R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools celebrated Foreign Language Week this winter with fun activities in and out of the classroom. French, Italian and Spanish music was played in between class periods, a travel exhibit of da Vinci, Gaudí and Monet was displayed in the foreign language wing, and students competed in a trivia contest and commercial contest. Additionally, students were assigned the task of creating a video commercial highlighting why someone should choose to study either French, Italian or Spanish. The winners of both contests were announced at the culminating event, International Night, which was attended by more than 350 students. Attendees enjoyed the entertainment of cultural dance and song from Spain, Ireland, Italy and France, while eating authentic dishes from the same countries. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155141 Wed, 28 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155141 The Search for the Oldest Penny In celebration of Abraham Lincoln’s 209th birthday and in conjunction with an initiative spearheaded by the local Gold Coast Bank branch, Three Village Central School District students are working to find the oldest Lincoln penny in the community. The program was unveiled at Arrowhead Elementary School this February during the building’s spirit week. Members of the school’s student council met with bank representatives to learn about the program and the importance of establishing a pattern of saving. As a visual reminder of the meeting, each student was presented with a blue plastic piggybank and a shinny new penny. The bank made a donation to the school’s PTA as part of the challenge, and the student who finds the oldest penny over the next month will earn a separate prize. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155140 Tue, 27 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155140 Updated Flu Information Please see the attached for updated flu information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155144 Tue, 27 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155144 Nassakeag Donations Warm Hearts Four classes from Nassakeag Elementary School teamed up this winter to bring smiles to those who visit the Interfaith Nutrition Network by creating more than 100 Valentine’s Day gift boxes. For the initiative, the students gathered shoeboxes and earned monetary donations by completing chores at home. The funds were used to purchase various sundries for both adults and children assisted by the INN. The Nassakeag students decorated and filled the shoeboxes with those items, preparing them for delivery right before the holiday. In addition to the community service aspect of the project, teachers also tied the effort into the social studies curriculum, as they discussed community with regard to wants and needs. This effort has been coordinated by Judy Larsen and Joan Sperry for the past several years. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155139 Mon, 26 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155139 Pre-K Lottery Application Now Available http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155143 Mon, 26 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155143 Public Notice: February Board of Education Meetings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155112 Mon, 26 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155112 Three Village Robotics Team Showcased on Air Click the links below to listen to a recent Spotlight on LI Schools segment that aired on LI News Radio. The interview featured the Ward Melville High School Robotics team. Interview Part 1 Interview Part 2 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155137 Fri, 23 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155137 Skating to Gold Nassakeag Elementary School fourth-grader Michaela Cassara is not only striving for success within the classroom, but in the world of figure staking. This February, Michaela skated to the top in her age group and captured a gold medal for the third straight year at the Empire State Winter Games in Lake Placid, New York. She now qualifies for the State Games of America in 2019, to be held in Lynchburg, Virginia. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155138 Fri, 23 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155138 Girls Basketball in Playoffs – Feb. 24 Please come cheer on the Girls Basketball Team as they compete in the Suffolk County Semifinals vs Cormack. The game will begin at 4:30pm, Saturday, Feb. 24 @ Suffolk Community College Selden ($6 admission charge). http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155142 Fri, 23 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155142 Summer Recreation Registration is Now Open! Click here to view the Recreation Programs page http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155136 Wed, 21 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155136 Minnesauke Teacher Pens Article, Shares Professional Creativity Minnesauke Elementary School art teacher Christine Sacco’s passion for inspiring students’ creativity extends beyond the walls of the classroom and is serving as inspiration for her colleagues nationwide, thanks to an article she penned for the February issue of SchoolArts Magazine. The article focuses on Ms. Sacco’s creative “Chopped Art” project that she introduced last school year. Inspired by the hit television show “Chopped,” the project is competitive and calls for students to create a piece of art based on a central theme using only the materials in a given concealed box. The publication is a national magazine for teaching professionals to share best practices, inspire colleagues and provide an outlet for creative expression. An electronic copy of Ms. Sacco’s article can be viewed on page 11 here: http://www.schoolartsdigital.com/i/921311-february-2018 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155134 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155134 Important Safety Message from the Superintendent http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155135 Thu, 15 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155135 Ward Melville HS Science Olympiad Earns Bid to States Ward Melville High School Science Olympiad team recently captured first place at the Long Island Regional Science Olympiad Tournament and has now qualified to compete in the New York State Science Olympiad Tournament in March. During the regional contest, held at Ward Melville High School, over 700 students from throughout the area showcased their scientific knowledge in a series of events. These included such topics as astronomy, chemistry, and rocks and minerals, among many others. “Science Olympiad is a great opportunity for students to collaboratively work together to brainstorm, problem solve, and construct things to achieve a defined goal,” said Principal Dr. Alan Baum. “I am thrilled that we are fortunate to have a thriving Science Olympiad program at Ward Melville. It is so rewarding for me to see our students in action.” Ward Melville’s team is advised by teachers Jenny Serigano and Mark Suesser. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155132 Wed, 14 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155132 Honoring All-State Musicians During its early February Board of Education meeting, the Three Village Central School District commended the Ward Melville High School student-musicians who were selected to perform at this year’s All-State Music Festival. Each student was presented with a certificate of recognition and received praise from all in attendance. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155133 Wed, 14 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155133 Calendar Adjustment Due to Snow Days Upon a recent review of the printed calendar, the district discovered a discrepancy in the language with regard to the use of emergency snow days – specifically, between the notice found on page 30 and the note listed on March 28. The language that appears on March 28 is correct: school will be open that day if more than three emergency school closings occur. The language on page 30 is inaccurate, as it states that school will be open on March 28 if three (or more) emergency school closings occur. To further clarify this, please take note of the following: Because the district has enacted three emergency school closings to date, school will now be in session on May 25 and May 29. Should a fourth weather-related/emergency closing be needed, school will be in session on March 28. If a fourth closing is not needed, schools will remain closed on this date. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155129 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 21:00:00 GMT false155129 Olympics Kick Off at Mount On the brink of the 2018 Olympic Games in PyeongChang, South Korea, W.S. Mount Elementary fifth- and sixth-graders teamed up to compete in their own games and go head to head to complete eight different STEM-based learning challenges. During the school’s first STEM Olympics, students participated in several activities including designing and building load-bearing towers to suspend containers using a limited number of materials; creating foil boats to hold the greatest number of bears without sinking; and constructing a skier out of aluminum foil with Popsicle skis in order to “ski” down a mountain the fastest. Additionally, they made pom-pom blasters to launch pom-poms a distance of at least 2 feet, constructed ramp systems to launch a marble skier the fastest, build towers measuring at least 24 inches tall using only 100 index cards and 12 inches of tape, programmed miniature robots, and formed origami frogs using different types and sizes of paper and tested to see which jumps the furthest. The games concluded with a closing ceremony, during which the top three teams with the highest success rate in each given event were honored. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155130 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155130 A Soup-er Challenge Is a Win for All W.S. Mount and Minnesauke elementary school students teamed up this February to participate in a Super Bowl-themed community service project – a canned soup drive to help children in need. Guided by the collective desire to help those in need, the two schools engaged in a friendly competition to see which building could collect the most number of donations. After the weeklong drive, the schools collected 2,137 cans for Blessings in a Backpack – a national organization that donates meals for students who would have otherwise gone hungry to enjoy on the weekend. While W.S. Mount collected the higher number of cans for the contest, both schools agreed that the real winner were the students that would benefit from the collective generosity. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155131 Tue, 13 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155131 Teaming Up for World Read Aloud Day Nassakeag Elementary School fourth-grade students from Ashley Donato’s class helped to share their enthusiasm for literacy with the pre-kindergarten students in Caroline Costanza’s class this February. In honor of World Read Aloud Day, the older students read some of their favorite stories to their younger buddies and collectively enjoyed an enriched literacy experience. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155126 Fri, 09 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155126 Ward Melville’s Winning Writer Ward Melville High School student Faima Quadir was named a second-place winner in Hofstra University’s Celebration of Suburban Diversity essay contest. The content, creativity and organization of Faima’s essay demonstrated her knowledge and keen interpretation of diversity issues facing Long Island for future generations. In addition to her monetary prize, Faima attended a Celebration of Suburban Diversity Banquet at the Crest Hollow Country Club. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155127 Fri, 09 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155127 Important Information About the Flu At the request of the Suffolk County Executive and the Commissioner of Health, the Three Village Central School District is sharing the following important information with residents. Please see below and attached regarding the flu. As a result of Governor Cuomo’s initiative in response to declare this issue a public health emergency, Suffolk County is able to provide increased access of flu vaccines to residents. The Suffolk County Department of Health Services will be providing flu shots to all residents age four and over on: Tomorrow, February 10, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Suffolk County Department of Health Services located at 3500 Sunrise Highway in Great River. Click link for directions. The Department will be offering flu shots to all residents six month and older on: Tuesday, February 13, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the Riverhead Library located at 330 Court Street in Riverhead. Enter on Osborne Ave. Thursday, February 15, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the H. Lee Dennison Building Plaza located at 100 Veterans Memorial Building in Hauppauge. Residents are asked to call 631-787-2200 Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in advance to set up an appointment for their shot. Also, residents are reminded that flu shots are available to those who are age two and older at local pharmacies and for everyone age six months and older at pediatricians’ and healthcare providers’ offices. To find out where you can get a flu vaccine near you visit: Flu Vaccine Finder (https://www.cdc.gov/flu/consumer/prevention.htm) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155128 Fri, 09 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155128 Runners Named Long Island Champions Ward Melville High School seniors Allyson Gaedje, Samantha Rutt, and Samantha Sturgess, and sophomore Elizabeth Radke were named Long Island champions during this year’s Millrose Winter Games at the Armory Track. During the early February event, the students ran the 4x400 meter relay with a time of 3:57.84. With this remarkable time, the group’s best time to date, they now hold the third-quickest time in New York. The students qualified for the competition, the longest-running indoor track and field competition in the world, during a trial event on Jan. 10. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155124 Thu, 08 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155124 Creating Winter Memories Arrowhead Elementary School students in Renee Rust’s class have been exploring winter themes throughout the month of January, discussing such things as snow and how to dress for the winter. As part of this lesson, the students worked collaboratively to construct a beautiful snowman for the school’s main lobby using a plethora of recycled and reused materials. From using different-sized balloons to make the head, belly and bottom of the snowman to using paper towels, glue and water to make the papier-mâché mixture, the students’ creation quickly took shape. Once constructed, the class painted the snowman and added different embellishments to complete the display, including using coffee filters to create snowflakes and bedazzled buttons for eyes, and added a hat. The students further studied the topic by reading several stories, including “How’s the Weather?” “I Love Snow!” and “The Mitten.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155125 Thu, 08 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155125 2018-2019 School Calendar Summary http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155123 Thu, 08 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155123 Tasting New Books at RCM R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh-grade students in Michelle Hanczor’s honors English classes had the chance to sample a few classic stories during a “Book Tasting” initiative in the school’s library. During their class time, the students had several minutes to preview five different books and complete a “tasting menu” with their initial reactions of the piece. The stories they previewed included Celia Rees’ “Witch Child,” John Steinbeck’s “The Red Pony,” Cameron Stracher’s “Water Wars,” Mark Twain’s “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer” and Paul Zindel’s “The Pigman.” In the menus, the students shared what they thought of the book and how the author worked to hook readers from the start before giving the piece a ranking from 1 to 5. In the coming weeks, Ms. Hanczor will be creating literature circles based on the students’ expressed interest in the previewed books, and those groups will work on an interdisciplinary project to create a book trailer for their chosen story. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155121 Wed, 07 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155121 Murphy’s Wellness Series R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s PBIS committee once again created a winter wellness series for teachers to provide valuable tools on stress relief, exercise and overall well-being. The activities were offered by mostly outside professionals during the teachers’ lunch periods and included such concepts as the practice of essential oils, guided meditation and re-energizing workouts. This is the second year the committee has created this initiative. It is the goal that teachers will utilize the skills and techniques learned not only in their personal lives but also share them, as appropriate, with their classes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155122 Wed, 07 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155122 Sex Offender Notification - February 6, 2018 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155120 Wed, 07 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155120 2nd Quarter Report Cards Are Now Viewable in the Portal for Students in Grades 7-12 Please see the Campus Portal for 2nd Quarter (First Semester) Report Cards for Grades 7-12. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155118 Mon, 05 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155118 Spring Community Swim Program - February 12, 2018 Registration Spring Community Swim Information - Online registration begins February 12, 2018 at 8:00 am http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155119 Mon, 05 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155119 Dancing at Mount http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155117 Fri, 02 Feb 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155117 Pre-K Open House Flyer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155639 Wed, 31 Jan 2018 06:00:00 GMT false155639 Man’s Best Friend Pays a Visit Ward Melville High School students and staff had the chance to learn about the work of therapy dogs during a recent visit from representatives at Love on a Leash. Dozens of friendly pups visited the school during this January’s midterm exam week to help provide de-stressing opportunities during an often-busy time period at the school. Students and staff were able to visit with the dogs during free time over the course of two days. The dogs, which are part of the Long Island Canine Class, work to provide pet-assisted therapy for local facilities and organizations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155115 Wed, 31 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155115 Culinary Demonstration Leads to Collegiate Overview Ward Melville High School students enrolled in the gourmet foods course had the chance to learn about the offerings at Johnson & Wales University during a recent in-school workshop with Chef Jacob Rosen, a current student at the university. During the workshop, the chef discussed what the college can offer and also demonstrated some of the culinary skills that can be learned while attending. With four different campuses to choose from and majors that range from hospitality management to fashion and criminal justice, there are many opportunities at the university. Chef Rosen made a delicious pickle egg roll with a sriracha aioli and discussed how to produce an emulsion as well as tips for frying. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155113 Tue, 30 Jan 2018 06:00:00 GMT false155113 Spreading a Love of Robotics To help share their enthusiasm for the topic, seven members of Ward Melville High School’s robotics team, the Iron Patriots, recently held its first two-hour Introduction to Programming class for elementary through high school students at the Emma S. Clark Library. The evening started with the students operating the VEX robots using remote controls, trying to navigate a simple course. Once this was mastered, the next task was to use the arm/claw mechanism to pick up and deliver various foam blocks to different points on the game table. At this point the remote controls were taken away and the goal was to repeat the course in autonomous mode. Autonomous operation requires that code be written using a variation of C++ that would enable the robot to travel the distance of the track in a sequence of “basketball drills,” crossing one line then traveling back to the start, turn around, then travel to a line further down the table. Students were given instructions on how to write code and then the code was downloaded onto the robots and tested. After each section of code was proven to work correctly additional code was added until the course was completed. The evening was a tremendous success, as all the students had a great time learning and sharing their enthusiasm for robotics. The Iron Patriots are building its 2018 robot and are eagerly awaiting the completion in April. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155114 Tue, 30 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155114 ** Tuesday January 30, 2018 - ALL SCHOOLS CLOSED ** Emergency SchoolInformation: Due to the continued inclement weather, all schools will be closed today. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155116 Tue, 30 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155116 Creative Messages Against Bullying W.S. Mount Elementary School third-grade student Molly Singer has been named an Honorable Mention honoree in the 2017 Safe Fleet United Against Bullying Grant contest. As part of the contest, Molly created a colorful poster showcasing her support for anti-bullying initiatives at her school, in the community and beyond. For her colorful and creative piece, Molly was awarded a $100 grant to be used for initiatives at her school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155111 Mon, 29 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155111 Mount Students Experience History As part of their study on the first Americans, fourth-grade students at W.S. Mount Elementary School had an opportunity to learn about Native Americans during a hands-on workshop called Journey Into Native American Territory. The program brought the history and lives of the Eastern Woodlands people into the classroom through visual presentations and group activities. Throughout the two-day program, students were able to travel through a museum of artifacts and learn how to play traditional games that encouraged teamwork and honed survival skills. Additionally, students learned about Native American government and created clay duck decoys using traditional techniques and materials. Throughout the museum tour, the students took an up-close look at animal pelts, musical instruments, traditional clothing, athletic equipment and hunting tools. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155109 Fri, 26 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155109 A Night of Family Fun at Minnesauke Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff gathered together this winter for an enjoyable Family Fun Night organized by the Physical Education Department, with the assistance of student, parent and teacher volunteers. During the event, attendees took part in carnival games and activities in the gym and cafeteria, including face painting, dancing and eating light snacks. More than $1,474 was raised during the event, which will be used to support Minnesauke families in need. This is the fourth year this event has taken place. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155110 Fri, 26 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155110 Student Historians Win Big W.S. Mount Elementary School students showcased their knowledge of historical information when they took part in the written stage of the National History Bee this winter. As a result of their performance, 17 students advanced to compete in the next level of the competition – the online contest – for the chance to compete at the regional level in March. Mount students have advanced to the regional level for the past two years. Congratulations to Rachel Rose, Erinn Luo and Brady Reyling for earning first and (tied) second place in the school competition, respectively. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155107 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155107 Knitting Unites Volunteers R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Community Connections Club recently lent their knitting skills to a worthy cause and created 470 caps for the neonatal unit at Stony Brook University Hospital. The after-school club, which is advised by teachers Ginger Ferraro and Emma Domino, established this project with the hospital three years ago as a way to give back to the local community. Each year, the club members have created and donated at least 300 caps for the cause. This year’s donation was made extra special thanks to a donation from club member Caitlyn Calise and her grandma, who made more than 200 caps on their own. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155108 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155108 School Spelling Champs Advance Three Village Central School District students showcased their linguistic skills this winter during a series of school spelling bee competitions and, as a result of their performances, four have advanced to the Long Island Spelling Bee. R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grader Alana John was declared the winner at Murphy after correctly spelling the word “iridology.” P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grader Ryan Himmelsbach captured his fourth straight win with the word “slumgullion.” W.S. Mount Elementary School fourth-grader Ryan Karp captured his first win with the word “mandible.” Setauket Elementary School fifth-grader Ava Himmelsbach captured her second win with the word “stasis.” These four will now represent their schools and the district at the Long Island Spelling Bee at Hofstra University on Feb. 4. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155105 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155105 From Students to Journalists Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-graders in Brian Harvey’s class are stepping into the world of journalism and learning to become authentic reporters as part of a Kidsday initiative with Newsday. As part of the feature, the class is developing two book reviews, a toy review and five different surveys. In addition, four students were selected to travel into New York City to interview actor Jace Norman, star of the Nick show “Henry Danger.” Once completed, the students’ piece will appear in the feature section of Newsday. Currently, their work is slated for inclusion in the issues due out the week of April 1. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155106 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155106 Spring 2018 Continuing Education Brochure Now Available Spring 2018 Continuing Education Brochure link http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155656 Tue, 23 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155656 **Important Update Regarding Over the Counter Medications in School** Please read this school letter regarding important information policies surrounding over the counter medications in school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155654 Mon, 22 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155654 Students Named ‘People of the Year’ Three Village Central School District students Maddie and Joseph Mastriano have been named “People of the Year” in the Times Beacon Record’s 2017 annual edition. The brother and sister team are the founders of the Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand, which has raised more than $36,000 for Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. Here’s what the pair had to say about why they choose service to the community and how they felt about receiving this award: Maddie: “I think it is very important to give back to the community, especially to different places like the Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. By giving to places like this, it helps give children the opportunity to one day have a better quality of life. When we can give back together, we can achieve greater things as a community. Knowing that this lemonade stand is something we all did together is something I am very proud of. We all worked together to raise awareness and to achieve a goal. Together we let the patients at the SBCH know that we are thinking of them, and will do what we can right here to help raise money for the Child Life Services program, [which] makes their time at the hospital a little easier. I honestly was quite shocked being named ‘People of the Year’ with my brother. I didn’t do any of this for attention in any way, shape or form. I did the lemonade stand and will continue to organize this every year because it is the right thing to do. Hitting the goal of $20,000 is all I ever hoped for out of this, to possibly better a child’s life in the future.” Joseph: “Giving back to the community is something I feel very strongly about. I think it is important to realize and remember how lucky we are in certain life situations. I am lucky to have my health, and I know that there are many children who are fighting every day. I think by me giving a little bit of my summer to let the children at the hospital know we are thinking of them is the least I can do. The lemonade stand is a great way for all of us students in Three Village to do our part to help. It’s pretty amazing how kids together selling lemonade have been able to make such an important impact. Being named ‘People of the Year’ was a really unexpected honor. We did the lemonade stand to bring attention to and raise money for the Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, not to receive credit. I think all of the volunteers and our sponsors equally should share this honor with us; without the help of everyone together, none of this would have been possible.” The district congratulates Maddie and Joseph on this well-deserved honor! Below is the full feature from the paper. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155655 Tue, 16 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155655 WMHS Dominates at DECA Competition Ward Melville High School’s DECA team earned high honors during this year’s regional competition, with 32 out of 32 members qualifying for the upcoming New York State competition. During the event, held at Suffolk County Community College Ammerman Campus, team members competed in a series of business events, showcasing their knowledge of such subjects as human resource management, financial services and business law. The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following honorees and wishes them luck when they compete in Rochester this March. First-Place Winners: Julia Hu and Sophie Ferguson - Entrepreneurship Team Jay Sangwan and Kathryn Zhao - Financial Services Team Leah Sugrue - Entrepreneurship Jocelyn Su - Food Marketing Jessica Guo - Human Resources Management Second-Place Winners: Julia Match and Erica Lin - Business Law and Ethics Team Jenna Fu - Apparel and Accessories Marketing Ari Solomon - Business Services Marketing Elizabeth Wang - Quick Serve Restaurant Management Ashley Zhang - Principles of Hospitality and Tourism Nathan Zou - Principles of Marketing Third-Place Winners: Eileen Whelan and Anna Ma - Hospitality Services Team Priya Mukhi - Hotel and Lodging Management Jonathan Huang - Principles of Finance Fourth-Place Winners: Dara Berman and Katie Zhao - Marketing Management Team Suraj Singh - Automotive Services Marketing Kelsey Ge - Restaurant and Food Service Management Fifth-Place Winners: Jade Eggleston - Retail Merchandising http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155653 Tue, 16 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155653 Students Partner with BNL As a result of their research proposals, four R.C. Murphy Junior High School students were selected for the Partners in Science Program at Brookhaven National Laboratory, sponsored by the Eastern Suffolk BOCES School Library System and the library at Brookhaven Lab. The selected students included Brooke Diamond, Neil Mehta, Akshay Malhotra and Kaitlyn Tung. The program’s purpose is to “encourage scholarship in science and mathematics though the use of reference and research materials not readily available in school or public library collections. It is anticipated that the Brookhaven National Laboratory environment will display career choices in research and development for students.” During the program, the students toured the National Synchrotron Light Source research building, engaged in conversations with Brookhaven Lab scientists and attended a workshop on how to access library resources using the Brookhaven Lab website. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155652 Fri, 12 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155652 Teacher Pens Children’s Story As a special tribute to her grandmother and the bond shared among her family, Ward Melville High School special education teacher Virginia McCaffrey has authored and published the first in what she hopes to be a series of children’s books. The book, “Chased by a Bear,” was inspired by the stories her grandmother would tell during family sleepovers. “The nights always seemed to end with all five of us [my brother, cousins and I] huddled in the guest bedroom listening to my grandmother’s bedtime stories,” Ms. McCaffrey said. “As adults, we’ve all agreed that it felt like every story involved a bear chasing us in the woods. At the beginning, the intention was to just write a bedtime story involving her, never really considering that it could be a published book!” The book, which is available for purchase on Amazon, is the first in what Ms. McCaffrey hopes will be a series of “Nancy Bedtime Stories.” She did not share her dream with her family until this first book was published and she had presented a copy to her relatives, including her grandfather, as a gift. “To say they were excited and shocked is an understatement,” she said. “The whole family enjoyed reading it, and of course, everyone has their opinions of what should happen in upcoming books!” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155651 Fri, 12 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155651 Alumni Return and Share Advice Ward Melville High School upperclassman had the chance to learn about the college experience of recent alumni during an annual event coordinated by the school’s guidance department. Alumni Day brought back dozens of recent graduates, who are currently attending such institutions of higher education as Princeton, University at Buffalo, University of Hawaii and University of Maine. During the event, the alumni participated in panel discussions and visited individual classrooms, sharing information about their chosen school and experiences, either living away from home or commuting to college. They discussed how they selected their school, the roommate experience, how to balance coursework and a social life and what activities they take part in at school. “My perspective on how well Ward Melville prepared me for the college experience continued to grow since graduating,” said Dylan Weber, a senior at Binghamton University and future law school student. “One of the best pieces of advice I could give to the current classes is to not only think about the program the school has to offer, but the financial aspect of attending.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155649 Thu, 11 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155649 Donating to Bring Smiles Minnesauke Elementary School students teamed up with R.C. Murphy Junior High School students to make this past holiday season a happy one for those serviced through the Gerald Ryan Outreach Center in Wyandanch by coordinating a toy drive at the schools. During the stuff-a-bus fundraiser, the Minnesauke fifth- and sixth-grade student council members helped to collect new toys from their peers and school faculty members. The collected items were donated to the center just in time for the December holidays. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155650 Thu, 11 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155650 Volleyball Tournament Ward Melville High School juniors and seniors had the chance to showcase their newly acquired volleyball skills during the building’s annual volleyball tournament this winter. The event, which came as a conclusion to the students’ five-week volleyball unit in physical education classes, focused on improving students’ skill and fitness levels, and build school spirit, comradery, teamwork, leadership and cooperation. The event was refereed by teachers Jeffrey Heck and Enrico Chacon, while Ronald Muscarella served as the MC for the game. Students from the stands participated in the spike-and-serve competition. As a special touch, two Ward Melville graduates, Anthony Kay and Ben Brown, handed out signed baseballs during the event. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155646 Tue, 09 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155646 Two Seniors Named Scholars Ward Melville High School seniors Emily Huang and Michael Lu have been named Scholars in the 2018 Regeneron Science Talent Search. Each year, 300 Regeneron STS scholars and their schools are recognized. From that select pool of scholars, 40 student finalists are invited to Washington, D.C. in March to participate in final judging, display their work to the public, meet with notable scientists, and compete for awards, including the top award of $250,000. Please check back soon for updates on the students’ original research projects. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155648 Tue, 09 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155648 Jump Rope for a Cause Nassakeag Elementary School students had the chance to showcase their jump roping skills as they took part in the school’s Second Annual Jump Rope Contest. The contest was a culmination of a jump rope unit taught in physical education class that was also a fundraiser for the American Heart Association. To qualify for the schoolwide event, fourth- through sixth-grade students had to jump rope for a minimum of three minutes continuously. After starting the contest with 63 qualifiers, Jordan Zezelic, a fifth-grader, outlasted everyone by jumping for 11 minutes and 32 seconds. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155644 Mon, 08 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155644 Guest Speaker Shares Historical Insight P.J. Gelinas Junior High School honors-level eighth-grade Earth Science classes recently had the chance to attend a workshop and discover several interesting facts about extraordinary fossils. During the event, Dr. Isaiah Nengo, a paleontologist working at Stony Brook University through the Turkana Basin Institute, shared an exciting discovery he and his team made in Kenya. Beginning with a general explanation of science and paleontology, the story he narrated took the audience through the natural history of the Lake Turkana region and the conditions that led to the evolution of humans. The students had an opportunity to hold and examine a detailed replica of the incredibly intact fossil skull, determined by the team to be approximately 13 million years old. The skull provides a very important piece of the evolutionary puzzle leading to modern humans. The young ape was from a time that is not well represented with good hominid fossil specimens. Dr. Nengo donated a 3-D-printed copy of the fossil skull, which the team named Alesi from a Turkana word meaning “ancestor,” to the school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155645 Mon, 08 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155645 Public Notice: January Board of Education Meetings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155647 Mon, 08 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155647 Mock Trial Team Honored Ward Melville High School’s mock trial team was recently honored by the Suffolk County Legislature for its successful competition in the Long Island Mentor Moot Court Competition. During the event, the students showcased their professionalism and courtroom skills as they prepared and argued Supreme Court briefs in front of sitting federal judge panels. As a result of their performances, the team was crowned the Suffolk County and Long Island champions out of almost 40 teams in the tournament. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155642 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155642 Transforming Bags into Art R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s National Junior Art Honor Society members lent their artistic skills to a worthy cause this winter as they designed shopping bags for a food pantry for the holidays. After discussing the importance of food pantries and the need to donate to them throughout the year, the students worked under the direction of adviser Lisa Cappiello to transform recycled paper bags into unique designs. The completed bags were delivered to an East Northport food pantry just before the December holidays. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155643 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155643 WMHS Choirs Fundraising Breakfast - Saturday, Jan. 6, 2018 from 8:30 to 11:30 The Ward Melville HS Choirs are having a Disney fundraising breakfast in the cafeteria from 8:30 to 11:30. $15 per person. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155641 Fri, 05 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155641 ALL SCHOOLS CLOSED FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2018 Due to the Winter Storm, all schools will be closed on Friday, January 5, 2018. Please continue to monitor this website for further information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155640 Thu, 04 Jan 2018 20:00:00 GMT false155640 All Schools CLOSED on Thursday, January 4, 2018 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155638 Wed, 03 Jan 2018 23:00:00 GMT false155638 Ward Melville Field Hockey Players Honored in Newsday Click here to review the coverage. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155637 Tue, 02 Jan 2018 05:00:00 GMT false155637 Lessons on Blogging Setauket Elementary School fourth-grade students in Eric Gustafson’s class are strengthening their writing skills as they step inside the world of online journalism and complete creative writing entries for a class blog. Set up in a secure Google Classroom site, the students are writing about their favorite things, holiday gift ideas and much more. Additionally, they are engaging with their peers in meaningful dialogue about the subjects shared. The project is designed to be a fun outlet for individual expression as well as provide students with the opportunity to build their use of the language. While the students are writing for enjoyment, Mr. Gustafson continues to reinforce in them the need to back up their statements with evidence and to take care with their grammar and sentence structure. “I really like how the blog allows us to talk to our classmates and share experiences in order to get to know each other better,” said fourth-grader Samuel Siegal. In the future, Mr. Gustafson hopes to expand the blogging project to include video blogs and interactions between the class and their parents. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155635 Fri, 22 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155635 Ward Melville Science Team Ranks First Ward Melville High School’s Science Olympiad team showcased its talents and skills during this year’s Long Island Science Olympiad Invitational in December. As a result of its knowledge and passion, the team came in first and was awarded a total of 19 medals in various categories. This was a great start to what is sure to be a promising competition season for the team! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155636 Fri, 22 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155636 Next Adventure for Talented Student-Musician P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-grader Ava Della Pietra has been sharing her musical talents with the world for many years, and this fall added the role of television actress to her growing résumé. Ava recently taped an episode of “Sesame Street,” focused on teaching children how to play, that will air in November 2018. In addition to this experience, Ava returned to Madison Square Garden to perform the national anthem during the Dec. 3 New York Knicks game. She is now turning her attention to her songwriting career, finishing up a short album of original songs. She plans to record one of her songs in California this December school break. Ava’s past résumé includes having starred in the world premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “School of Rock – The Musical,” performing as Little Cosette and Little Éponine in the 25th anniversary tour of “Les Misérables” and as Susan Waverly in the 2014 national tour of Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155633 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155633 Family Fun Night - STEM Edition The Three Village Central School District, in concert with the Three Village STEM Enrichment Foundation, sponsored an interactive community STEM Family Fun Night. The event was attended by more than 400 people and featured such things as computer coding, robotics, 3-D printer demonstrations, fossil exploration, a Breakout EDU challenge and much more. STEM teachers from throughout the district, as well as members of the robotics and Science Olympiad teams, were on hand to help facilitate the demonstrations and engage participants in hands-on activities designed to support the district’s STEM-based curriculum. As a result of the overwhelming attendance, $800 was raised for the STEM Foundation. The Three Village STEM Enrichment Foundation was established to support the STEM enrichment activities of students in the Three Village community and support a variety of STEM programs in the school district. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155634 Thu, 21 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155634 Celebrating Accomplishments The Three Village Central School District Board of Education took time during its Dec. 13 meeting to celebrate and honor the achievements of several Ward Melville High School students. John Ninia was commended for earning 137 merit badges from the Boy Scouts of America and for earning the William T. Hornaday bronze medal for exceptional conservation projects. In addition, several student-athletes were celebrated for their postseason play this fall. Eric Zulkofske was honored for being a 2017 state qualifier in boys cross country, Grace O’Sullivan was honored for being a 2017-18 state qualifier in girls gymnastics, and Denise Lai was congratulated for being a 2017 state qualifier in varsity girls tennis. Furthermore, varsity girls swimming team member Victoria Bogdanski was commended for being a 2017 state qualifier in the 200m medley; Sydney Boals was honored for being a 2017 state qualifier in the 100m freestyle, 200m medley and 400m freestyle relay; Kaitlyn Ehlers was recognized for being a 2017 state qualifier in the 200m medley and 400m freestyle; and Riley Gavigan was honored for being a 2017 state qualifier in the 200m individual medley, 100m breaststroke, 400m freestyle relay and 200m medley. Lastly, the New York State championship varsity field hockey team was commended for its terrific season. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155631 Wed, 20 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155631 Top 25 Players to Watch Ward Melville High School junior Lauren Hansen and senior Alex Sobel have been named to the “Top 25 Basketball Players on Long Island to Watch” list by Newsday. Lauren is considered one of the top players on Long Island because of her ball-handling and shooting – both of which have drawn interest from high-level Division I programs. Alex, who is one of the tallest players in Suffolk, is said to “control the paint every night,” delivering, for instance, a 22-point, 24-rebound performance against Sachem North last year. He averaged 17.8 points per game last year. Congratulations to both Patriots on earning this recognition! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155632 Wed, 20 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155632 VIDEO: zSpace http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155630 Tue, 19 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155630 VIDEO: Bee Bots http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155629 Fri, 15 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155629 Students Present Business Plans Ward Melville High School’s Virtual Enterprise class recently competed against 90 other schools from across Long Island during a leadership conference at Long Island University Post. It earned a semifinalist spot as a result of its performance. Prior to the contest, the students created a comprehensive business plan on their original concept – Mac Attack. The students’ plan was for a restaurant that puts a unique spin on the classic mac and cheese. All dishes start with a macaroni and cheese base, including gluten free, dairy free and vegan options, and then offer customizations to create the perfect mac and cheese for all. With the support of their teacher, Ilene Littman, the students spoke about their restaurant during the event. The ‘elevator pitch,’ which lasted 60 seconds, covered topics such as company goals, the target market, niche and appeal to investors. Mac Attack’s pitch was presented by Niki Friedwald, a senior and the company’s CEO, to a crowd of over 1,500 attendees. Virtual Enterprise is a company comprised of various businesses run by high school students in a virtual world. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155628 Thu, 14 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155628 Art Teacher’s Lesson Featured Nationally P.J. Gelinas Junior High School art teacher Michael Sacco was recently selected to have one of his cutting-edge lessons and associated student artwork featured in the December issue of SchoolArts. This is the eighth time a lesson by Mr. Sacco has been published in the national art education magazine. The article, “Luminous Light Circles,” features artwork from Gelinas students past and present, including Maggie Robins, Gabrielle Valukis and Chelsea Pan. The feature is based on Mr. Sacco’s eighth-grade lesson on using white pencils on black paper. For more information about the lesson or to read Mr. Sacco’s article, please click the link below. The article begins on page 15. http://www.schoolartsdigital.com/i/896557-december-2017/18?m4= http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155626 Wed, 13 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155626 Physical Education Students Honored Ward Melville High School students Arianna Barbieri and Zachary Hobbes were named among the top physical education students in Suffolk County and presented with the 2017 New York State Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Suffolk Zone award. The students were nominated for this honor by their physical education teachers, Tara DiBernardo and Ron Muscarella, respectively. They received their awards this December at the Hyatt Regency Wind Watch. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155627 Wed, 13 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155627 A Holiday Boatbuilding Challenge Setauket Elementary School’s third-grade science club had the chance to learn about properties of boats and solid structures during a hands-on STEM-based learning challenge. After learning about the 1620 journey of the Mayflower, the students worked with simple and commonly found household items to create small boats. They used such materials as construction paper, popsicle sticks, tape, paper plates, pipe cleaners and foil. Once designed, the students’ boats were placed in a water bin and tested to see if they could hold five marbles and sustain ocean winds, which were replicated using a blow-dryer. During a subsequent meeting, the students worked in small groups to build a sturdy shelter for the pilgrims and tested to see if their creations could withstand the weather elements the new settlers would encounter when they arrived in America. The shelters were required to have a door and a roof, be only two inches taller than the paper pilgrims provided and could not be wider than a paper plate. Once constructed, they were tested on how successfully they could brave the weather using a water bottle, hair dryer and heavy jar of marbles, each respectively representing rain, wind and snow. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155624 Tue, 12 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155624 Band Performs During Three Village Day Setauket Elementary School’s advanced band showcased its musical skills during this year’s Three Village Day at Stony Brook University. During the Seawolves football team’s game against University at Albany, the entire community came together as they listened to the band’s pitch-perfect performance of the national anthem. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155625 Tue, 12 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155625 Help Our District Win $3,000 Setauket Elementary School’s color run event has been entered into this year’s Community Service Challenge and now our district is in the running to win up to $3,000! To help our district win, please click the link below and vote for Setauket’s event. Voting will be open through Dec. 17th at 8 p.m. https://www.teamup4community.org/li-holiday-sports-heroes-video-challenge-2017 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155623 Mon, 11 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155623 State Champions Honored Ward Melville High School's New York State Championship field hockey team was recently congratulated by the Suffolk County legislature for their winning season. They are pictured here during the special recognition ceremony. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155622 Fri, 08 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155622 New Information Added – Resources from Our Drug/Alcohol Counselor Please visit our new tab under the School and Community Partnerships menu for information and resources from the District’s Drug and Alcohol Counselor. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155621 Fri, 08 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155621 Learning About the Restaurant Industry Ward Melville High School Gourmet Foods classes had the chance to learn about the restaurant business during a recent visit with Chef John Hesse of That Meetball Place in Patchogue. During the visit, Chef Hesse shared his recipe for making crepes. He showed students the proper technique for producing the batter and asked for student volunteers to demonstrate flipping a crepe. Students then got to try the delicious crepes stuffed with an apple raisin filling. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155619 Thu, 07 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155619 NYS Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance Awards Congratulations to Arianna Barbieri and Zachary Hobbes, for being selected as Ward Melville High School’s 2017 recipients of The New York State Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (NYSAHPERD,) Suffolk Zone award. They were honored on December 6 at the Hyatt Regency Wind Watch. The dinner was attended by their nominating teacher, Mr. Ronald Muscarella and Tara DiBernardo, as well as our athletic director, Mr. Peter Melore. This night honors the top physical education students from each high school in Suffolk County. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155620 Thu, 07 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155620 Hats for a Cause Minnesauke Elementary School students in Patricia Woods’ sixth-grade class teamed up with the first-grade students in Jen Frole’s class to complete a purple-themed project to raise awareness and prevent shaken baby syndrome. The students decorated 50 purple infant hats and created informative tags for new parents at St. Charles Hospital to help them remember that PURPLE crying is just a phase, that it will pass and to ask for help. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155617 Wed, 06 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155617 Sharing the Holiday Spirit Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-grade students in Lou Petrucci’s class helped to spread holiday cheer within their local community and abroad during two recent community service projects. The students made holiday cards, trinkets for gifts and donated gifts to the children at Angela’s House in Stony Brook. This establishment assists families caring for medically frail children living at home with their parents or in special homes that offer 24-hour nursing support. Additionally, the class participated in AdoptaPlatoon to provide a bit of the holidays and the comforts of home to those servicemen and women deployed oversees. For the initiative, the students made cards for the soldiers with boxes of candy canes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155618 Wed, 06 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155618 Scholar-Athletes Congratulations to the following Ward Melville High School varsity fall teams that were named Scholar-Athlete teams this year. Each of these teams were comprised of 75% or more athletes with a 90 or above GPA during their season. In addition, 237 individual scholar athletes were named. These students each had a GPA of 90 or above this past fall. Scholar Athlete Teams 1. Varsity Field Hockey 2. Varsity Boys Golf 3. Varsity Gymnastics 4. Varsity Girls Swimming & Diving 5. Varsity Girls Tennis 6. Varsity Girls Volleyball 7. Varsity Boys Volleyball http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155616 Fri, 01 Dec 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155616 Victories in the Courtroom In preparation for the upcoming competition season, Ward Melville High School’s mock trial team recently competed in the Long Island Mentor Moot Court Competition. During the event, the students showcased their professionalism and courtroom skills as they prepared and argued Supreme Court briefs in front of sitting federal judge panels. As a result of their performances, the team was crowned the Suffolk County and Long Island champions out of almost 40 teams in the tournament. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155613 Thu, 30 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155613 Bump, Set and Spike for a Cause The R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s foreign language club hosted its annual volleyball tournament in which over 300 students and staff members participated. Each team consisted of six to eight students and one staff member and each played in at least five games during the tournament. There were two divisions: seventh-graders and eighth- and ninth-graders. As a result of their winning records, the seventh-grade champions were team G-Force and the eighth- and ninth-grade champions were team No Names. The proceeds from the event will be used to purchase school supplies for the Instituto Modelo De Enseñanza Individualizada, which is a school for students with special needs in San Juan, Puerto Rico. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155614 Thu, 30 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155614 Sewing Up Donations Looking to brighten the days of local children, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grade home and careers classes have created 100 handsewn colorful teddy bears for the Ronald McDonald House. What started as a class sewing project transitioned into a community giving project after the students expressed interest in donating their creations to children in need or those suffering from illness. In partnership with the Ronald McDonald House, the students’ creations will be delivered to Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155611 Wed, 29 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155611 Songs for Scholarships The Three Village Central School District music teachers came together this November to share their love of music with a sold-out crowd at R.C. Murphy Junior High School, in the Back to Rock is Back Again faculty concert. During this second annual concert – held in conjunction with the Three Village Music Boosters – the music teachers throughout the district performed approximately 17 selections ranging from classical to rock to country. The more than $4,000 raised that night will help to fund music scholarships for graduating Ward Melville High School seniors as well as support initiatives of the district’s music department. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155612 Wed, 29 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155612 Public Notice: December Board of Education Meetings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155615 Wed, 29 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155615 Nassakeag Wonders Seeking inspiration from the novel turned movie “Wonder,” fourth-grade students at Nassakeag Elementary School recently completed a multidimensional project focused on character development and the importance of kindness. After reading the book, the students discussed how the characters changed throughout the course of the book and how their interactions with others helped to sway the students’ opinions of the characters. Connecting to their grade-level English Language Arts curriculum, the students then identified a precept from R.J. Palacio’s book “365 Days of Wonder: Mr. Brown’s Book of Precepts” that they identified with. They created a “wall of wonders” in the fourth-grade hall using the precepts. Additionally, they reflected on one of the themes of the book – the choice individuals often have of being right or being kind. The students noted what it means to choose kindness, when the choice between kindness and right may occur and why it is important to choose kindness. In addition, the students in Miss Donato’s classroom created a class book of original precepts and how they are working to make a difference in the world. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155609 Tue, 28 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155609 Fall Sports Recap The Ward Melville High School varsity sports teams completed a tremendous season this fall, with many competing in postseason competitions. Below is a brief overview of the season’s highlights: Boys Cross Country – Season Record: 5-1 Eric Zulkofske: state qualifier Girls Cross Country – Season Record: 5-1 League runner-up Varsity Field Hockey – Season Record: 22-0 Undefeated League champions Suffolk County champions Long Island champions New York State champions Football – Season Record: 5-4 Big Four champions! Home playoff game Boys Golf – Season Record: 9-1 League champions Girls Gymnastics – Season Record: 5-1 League runner-up Grace O’Sullivan: county and state qualifier Varsity Girls Soccer – Season Record: 12-4-2 League champions Playoffs Girls Swimming – Season Record: 7-1 2017 League/Suffolk County champions Individual County champion: Sydney Boals 100-yard freestyle Riley Gavigan: state qualifier 200 IM/100-breaststroke (school record) 200-medley new school record/state qualifier: Sydney Boals, Victoria Bogdanski, Kaitlyn Ehlers, Riley Gavigan 400 freestyle relay/state qualifier: Sydney Boals, Kaitlyn Ehlers, Riley Gavigan, Kylie Kramer Varsity Girls Tennis – Season Record: 18-1 League champions Division 3 champions County champions Six county qualifiers Denise Lai: Division 3 champion, state qualifier (2x) Keren Collins/Anna Ma: Division (2x) 3 Doubles champions Varsity Boys Volleyball – Season Record: 7-7 Varsity Girls Volleyball – Season Record: 15-6 Playoff qualifier/Playoff win http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155610 Tue, 28 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155610 Creating Crafts for Children Members of the Arrowhead Elementary School student council teamed up with Stony Brook University’s chapter of the national organization Project Sunshine to create 200 craft bags for children recovering from illness or surgery at the hospital. During the afternoon meeting, the students folded paper journals and helped to fill bags with colorful stickers, crayons and cloth dolls for the recipients to color in. They learned about the mission of Project Sunshine from several chapter members and were inspired by their efforts to bring joy and smiles to the children at the hospital. In addition to the community service component, the project had a special connection for the students as the afterschool initiative was spearheaded by Arrowhead graduate and current Project Sunshine Chapter Leader Daniel McCaffrey. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155607 Mon, 27 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155607 Board Honors Student Scientists The district took time to honor and praise the academic achievements of Ward Melville High School seniors Faima Quadir and Andrew Zhang during their November Board of Education meeting. Earlier this fall, Faima and Andrew were named semifinalists in the 2017 Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology based on the original research projects they completed with the help of dedicated mentors. Andrew researched metallic and semiconducting carbon nanotubes and their effectiveness on computer functions. Faima researched sunlight radiance reaching the Earth and the ability to create models that predict, monitor and manage future climate change. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155608 Mon, 27 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155608 Ward Melville High School Presents The Wizard of Oz - Dec. 7-9 The Wizard of Oz at Ward Meville HS December 7, 8, 9 at 7:30 pm December 9 at 1:30 pm Special picture opportunity at the December 9 matinee at 12:00-12:30 All tickets $20/general admission seating Please call 631 730-4357 to order tickets or email lcontin2@3villagecsd.org http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155605 Mon, 27 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155605 Novemeber 29, 2017 - 3VSAGE Meeting Canceled http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155606 Mon, 27 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155606 Happy Thanksgiving http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155604 Wed, 22 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155604 Musical Honors – MYO Selections Congratulations to the following talented Three Village music students who have been selected to participate in The Metropolitan Youth Orchestra of New York's Suffolk Choirs and Orchestras this year. They will be featured in the following MYO performances this season: November 5, 2017 Concerts at the Staller Center, Stony Brook University March 18, 2018 at the Tilles Center, LIU Post (Featuring Ward Melville HS student and MYO 2016-17 Concerto Competition Winner: Victor Jiao performing Lalo's Symphonie Espagnole Op. 21) May 6, 2018 at Carnegie Hall MYO European Tour in July, 2018 (Ward Melville HS students Ryan Krug, Amanda Sheehan, Charles and William Sun, and Emily Wilson will perform in Berlin, Dresden, Prague, Vienna, and Budapest this summer.) First Name Last Name School Name Kathryn Chen Ward Melville High School Alicia Heintzelman Ward Melville High School Patrick Heintzelman Nassakeag Elementary School Emma Holst Ward Melville High School Reyva Jamdar PJ Gelinas Junior High School Victor Jiao Ward Melville High School Theresa Jiao Gelinas Jr. High School Eleanor Kopp Ward Melville High School Elias Kopp PJ Gelinas Junior High School Lydia Korneffel PJ Gelinas Junior High School Ryan Krug Ward Melville High School Jessica Liao R.C. Murphy Jr.High School Lijia Lin Nassakeag Elementary School Grace Lin R.C. Murphy Jr.High School Albert Mao Ward Melville High School Molly Marino Ward Melville High School William Marino Gelinas Junior High School Jonah Pichler R.C. Murphy Jr.High School Jason Shapiro Minnesauke Elementary School Amanda Sheehan Ward Melville High School Micah Sher PJ Gelinas Junior High School Suraj Singh Ward Melville High School Prisha Singhal R.C. Murphy Jr.High School Peter Sloniewsky P.J. Gelinas Junior High School William Sun Ward Melville High School Charles Sun Ward Melville High School Michael Wei Nassakeag Elementary School Alex Wiggins Ward Melville High School Emily Wilson Ward Melville High School Kyle Xu R.C. Murphy Jr.High School Rebecca Zhang Ward Meville High School Rachel Zhang R.C. Murphy Jr.High School Judy Zhao Nassakeag Elementary School Lillian Zhi R.C. Murphy Jr.High School http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155603 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 06:00:00 GMT false155603 Baking Up a Fun-Filled Lesson The creative intricacies faced by a professional baker were front and center as students enrolled in Ward Melville High School’s gourmet foods classes competed in a cupcake-war competition this November. Working in small groups, the students conceptualized, sketched designs for and ultimately baked exquisite cupcakes based on the theme of either Under the Sea or the four seasons. Student designs ranged from cupcakes shaped and decorated to look like hamburgers, frosty snowflakes and even colorful flowers. After working on their pieces throughout the week, the students faced a panel of judges who assessed their tasty creations based on four categories: taste, presentation, texture and creativity. “As a teacher I was so humbled by the unbelievable creations the students made,” said Jenna Raia, who teaches the course along with Emma Domino. “The magnitude of their work was just incredible, and it truly showcased their talents.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155601 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155601 Taking a Look at Local Ecology R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Earth SMART classes recently took their learning outside of the classroom. They participated in an interactive program called the Flax Pond Marine Lab through Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences. For the project, the students traveled to the laboratory, located in Old Field, New York, to learn about the history, biology and geology of the area. According to its website, “the Flax Pond Marine Lab is an active research and instructional facility involved in investigating fundamental problems affecting marine fisheries on regional and national scales. The lab is located at Flax Pond, a 0.6 km² preserve that encompasses an entire tidal wetland area.” During their visit, students spent some time in the marsh learning about its ecology and then went inside the lab to learn about what experiments were being conducted there, including how temperature affects the growth of blue shelled crab, among others. Additionally, the students spent some time on the stream table to learn about erosion and how water moves the soil. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155602 Mon, 20 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155602 Saturday Enrichment - Registration Extended to Nov. 24 - Click here http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155598 Fri, 17 Nov 2017 06:00:00 GMT false155598 Making Connections to Ancient Greece R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s ninth-grade global history and geography classes recently took a trip back in time. They created projects highlighting the culture of ancient Greece and then studied its effect on today’s modern world. Working in small groups, the students researched such topics as food, government, theater, art, architecture, myth-religion, philosophy, athletics and many others topics as part of the assignment. Using their research, the students then created poster boards and displays highlighting the connection between the two time periods. and what contributions could be traced back to ancient Greece. For example, one group made comparisons between the ancient Greek Olympics and the competition organized today, while another created a replica of a dinner table from ancient Greece. The table showcased items that were staples in the Greek diet, how it changed over time and how the culture viewed food as beautiful art. The students from each class had the chance to view their peers’ work as they completed a cultural scavenger hunt, looking for key facts highlighted in the displayed projects and documenting the contributions in a written assignment. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155599 Fri, 17 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155599 Ward Melville HS Commends All-County Musicians Ward Melville High School student-musicians can often be found displaying their outstanding musical talents during school concerts and special programs. Thirty-eight of them will showcase their exquisite talents during the NYSCAME/SCMEA All-County Music Festival this November. “For the third year in a row, our district has had the most students selected in all of Suffolk County for this outstanding honor,” said district Director of Music Anthony Pollera. “Congratulations to our students and staff for all their hard work and dedication!” The district congratulates the following student-musicians and wishes them well as they take part in the upcoming festival. Steven Holmquist Orchestra Emma Cowan Orchestra Denise Lai Orchestra Andrew Kim Orchestra Serena Liu Orchestra Victor Jiao Orchestra Haasitha Korlipara Orchestra Kian Abbott Orchestra Lawrence Lan Orchestra Daniel Ma Orchestra Katie Griesel Orchestra Max Haegele Orchestra Eleanor Kopp Orchestra Alex Wiggins Orchestra Jared Gozinsky Orchestra Ethan Young Orchestra Jesse Arnold Chorus Richard Caporusso Chorus Ryan Carlozzo Chorus Isabella Colombo Chorus Nicolette Filiberto Chorus Emma Cowan Chorus Ben Fogarty Chorus Hannah Lombardi Chorus Anna Macedonio Chorus Noah Mond Chorus Joseph Monte Chorus Arianna O’Connell Chorus Jen Greek Chorus Katie Griesel Chorus Marielle Leiboff Chorus Cameron Liquori Chorus Luciana Ragolia Chorus http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155600 Fri, 17 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155600 Upcoming STEM Family Night – Dec. 1 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155024 Fri, 17 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155024 First Quarter Report Cards for Grades 7-12 Now Available First quarter report cards are now available in the Infinite Campus portal for all students in grades 7-12. They can be found in the Reports section. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155597 Thu, 16 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155597 Visit to the Farm Yields Educational Experience for Students The district’s secondary-level gourmet food classes had the chance to experience the agricultural business and learn where the food on their plates is coming from during a recent visit to Sang Lee Farms, Peconic, New York. Sang Lee Farms opened in the 1940s and began in the farming industry with Asian produce. The business continues to grow, thanks to the moderate climate offered by its location between the Long Island Sound and Peconic Bay. Now, the farm has expanded and includes a larger variety of locally grown, organic produce that has gained an excellent reputation. While touring the farm, students were able to pick, wash and sample items such as specialty baby greens, herbs, flowers and seasonal vegetables. Students also got the chance to purchase items such as salads, spreads and dips made fresh utilizing produce from the farms. They were excited to pick vegetables right from the ground, apples from the trees and bring home the “fruits of their labor” to enjoy with family and friends. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155594 Tue, 14 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155594 Field Hockey Wins States Congratulations to the Ward Melville High School Varsity Field Hockey team, as they captured the New York State Championship on Nov. 12 in Binghamton NY with a 1-0 overtime victory over Miane-Endwell High School. The team finished the season with an undefeated record of 22- 0 – the best in the school’s history! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155595 Mon, 13 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155595 Students’ Futures Filled with Opportunities R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-grade students had the chance to experience a wide variety of professional careers when they attended this November’s Career Awareness Fair in the gymnasium. The event, which featured fields including medical, security, technology and government, enabled the students to learn about the variety of professional opportunities that await them after graduation and speak candidly with individuals working in those areas. Through these conversations, the students not only learned about career options but also areas that they might wish to explore by enrolling in some of the district’s robust elective-course options. During the fair, the students circulated the room, visiting booths discussing their career interests or discovering a new field of which they did not have previous knowledge. In doing so, they were able to gain a better idea of the field’s educational requirements, learn about daily job requirements, the skills necessary to be successful in that business and any personal qualities necessary for success. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155593 Mon, 13 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155593 Public Notice: November Board of Education Meetings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155596 Mon, 13 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155596 Lessons on Local History As an extension of the new Local History and Government elective, students from P.J. Gelinas Junior High School and R.C. Murphy Junior High School had the chance to learn more about their community as they explored the beautiful historic district of Setauket this October. Guided by local historians Beverly Tyler and Donna Smith, students enrolled in these courses took a walking tour through time and learned about their community through the ages. Topics explored included ecological concerns, Native Americans, colonial Brookhaven, the Revolution and, of course, the spy ring that existed in the area. “Students who are enrolled in this course are being offered so much in the areas of local and Long Island history and are working with the teachers and librarians in their respective schools in order to advance their research, as well as their literacy skills,” said Three Village K-12 Director for Social Studies Dr. Paul Gold. “Field trips that pair us with our local historians and the Three Village Historical Society provide wonderful learning opportunities for all students beyond the traditional classroom instruction. We thank TVHS, Donna Strong Smith, and Bev Tyler for working with our ninth-graders and offering a valuable learning experience for all those who attended.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155028 Thu, 09 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155028 A Look Inside the Film Industry Ward Melville High School art, graphic design and film students had the chance to learn about the film industry – particularly the Los Angeles sector – when Class of 1991 graduate and current producer Tara Langton conducted a workshop at the school. During the in-house program, the students had the chance to view Ms. Langton’s short film “Finding Anissa Jones,” which was accepted into the Stella Adler Academy Short + Sweet Film Festival in Hollywood, and engage in a question and answer session with the independent filmmaker. Ms. Langton explained the path she took to create her film – one for which she was writer, actor and producer – and her passion for the craft. “This event was a great eye-opening experience for the students, as they were able to understand the vastness of making a film,” said teacher Stephanie DiLorenzo. “By seeing her film, including the outtakes, the students were able to feel validation for what they are doing in the classroom, and it was good for them to get input on the process from a different voice.” As a follow-up to the visit, each student was presented with a tip sheet of advice that Ms. Langton’s team of directors compiled, which included things that they wished they knew when first starting in the industry. “It was truly helpful to hear from someone in the industry – especially as that someone has the same educational background as each of us,” said junior Jake DePinto. “Knowing how difficult it can be to break through in this industry, her talk was very inspiring and resonated with the importance of never giving up on one’s passion and being a strong advocate for your project.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155026 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155026 Designing a Day of Learning Students from the Three Village Academy collaborated with teachers and peers to create artistic Day of the Dead-inspired skull pattern designs. During a field trip to Gallery North, the students learned about the significance this holiday plays in the Spanish culture and participated in Spanish lessons. After learning that the skull designs are based on traditional sugar skulls used to celebrate the holiday in Latin American countries, the students deployed their creativity to create original pieces of art. Equipped with bright colored pencils and black paper, the students sketched intricate designs and collaborated on their personal masterpieces with the help of the teachers in attendance, including Michael Sacco, Brian Scripture and Jim Swierupski. The completed projects will be put on display at the gallery at a later date and a reception will be held in the students’ honor. A similar project was completed at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School with the eight-grade students in Mr. Sacco’s art classes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155027 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155027 Important Snapchat Privacy Information Every October, students participate in Digital Citizenship lessons which include a variety of topics including online privacy/security, copyright and fair use, and digital footprints. As a result of these lessons, a group of Three Village students has prepared the following information regarding the popular Snapchat app to assist other students, parents and community members to be safe online. Snapchat added a new feature in June that allows users to be geographically located and tracked, called Snapmap. Snapchat is a very popular, yet potentially dangerous, social media platform. It is an alternative smartphone messaging app that is particularly popular amongst teens. The creators of Snapchat recently released a new feature called the “Snapmap”, which enables Snapchat users to see what their friends are up to, and what is happening nearby. Although this feature is meant to be a fun way of connecting with friends, it has recently been used inappropriately by some users to stalk and bully others. It is recommended that you have your children turn on “Ghost Mode,” which is a safer alternative to this new addition. ¨Ghost Mode¨ is a function paired with the Snapmap that allows you to make yourself hidden from other users. To get to the Snapmap, you must make a pinching motion with two fingers on the screen. After you get to the Snapmap, in order to turn on Ghost Mode, go to the settings option in the top right corner. The first option in map settings says “Ghost Mode.” When you switch this option on, it enables Ghost Mode, making you invisible to all other users using Snapchat. Additional information regarding this feature can be found in this article. - https://www.theverge.com/2017/6/23/15864552/snapchat-snap-map-privacy-threat http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155592 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155592 Unifying School Communities R.C. Murphy Junior High School students and staff reaffirmed their commitment to creating a positive learning environment by taking part in a series of activities in recognition of Unity Day this October. A sea of orange – the national symbolism for unity/anti-bullying – blanketed the building throughout the week, including everything from orange bracelets worn by students to construction paper signs with positive quotes and a mural in the school cafeteria. Students also reflected upon how to create a sense of unity within their local and global community in their history or English classes and attended a moving assembly program with Rohan Murphy. Mr. Murphy spoke with the students about the personal struggles he faced after losing both his legs for genetic reasons and how he has realized his dreams – including becoming a collegiate wrestler – despite what some might consider physical limitations. The unifying week concluded with grade-level pep rallies during school lunch periods. During these events, students were seen wearing orange and were invited to help make a giant U shape. First-grade students in Jennifer Frole’s class at Minnesauke Elementary School also celebrated Unity day when they each wore an orange piece of clothing. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155025 Tue, 07 Nov 2017 05:00:00 GMT false155025 Building Bridges, Breaking Records R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s eighth-grade technology class taught by Derek Angermaier has been exploring the topic of structural engineering by designing and building bridge structures. The bridges were designed using all available resources and enhanced with Bridge Designer software simulations. Tested to support a remarkable 104.4 pounds, a bridge designed and constructed by Justin Santana set a new record for the school and was determined to have the highest structural efficiency in his class. Structural efficiency is the relationship between the weight of the structure and the weight supported. The previous record was 78.2 pounds. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155021 Wed, 01 Nov 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155021 Tackling Teen Issues To provide support and open the lines of communication among their peers and adults, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Theatre Company recently presented its 15th annual adolescent-themed play, “The Struggles.” The play, written in 2014, truthfully portrays modern-day issues affecting a majority of teens, including dyslexia, anxiety, ADD and stress. This production marked the Long Island premier of the show and included 20 original narrations authored by current Ward Melville High School senior Meghan Forte. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155022 Wed, 01 Nov 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155022 Holiday Electric Parade – Dec. 10 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155023 Wed, 01 Nov 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155023 Showing Programs to Regent Tilles The district’s students and staff had the chance to meet with and showcase one of the district’s most innovative programs during a recent visit with New York State Regent Roger Tilles. After sharing some of his favorite poems with Minnesauke Elementary School’s third-grade classes, Regent Tilles had the chance to experience the school’s elementary STEM program by visiting a class. In addition, Ward Melville High School junior Ben Catalfo was commended by the Regent for his tenacity and unparalleled advocacy for all students in New York State. Ben’s efforts resulted in the state agreeing to discount a flawed question on the June 2017 Geometry Regents. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155019 Tue, 31 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155019 Marching to the Sound of Musical Talents Ward Melville High School’s volunteer marching band showcased their musical talents and group precision as they took part in the 55th annual Newsday Marching Band Festival at Mitchell Field. This year’s band worked under the direction of teachers Dan Hayes and Brendan Meier and the assistance of this year’s drum majors and section leaders (pictured here) to perfect this year’s routine. The band’s full performance can be seen here: https://www.newsday.com/services/programs/marching-bands/three-village-patriot-marching-band-newsday-marching-band-festival-2017-1.14532665 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155020 Tue, 31 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155020 VIDEO: Day of Writing http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155017 Mon, 30 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155017 Painted Support for a Minnesauke Student Minnesauke Elementary School students, staff and community came together to support one of their own this October through an event called the Gracie Strong Paint Night fundraiser. With the help of local artist Melissa Devine Hin, attendees were instructed in how to create cooperative pieces of artwork that they were able to take home. The event was hosted by Minnesauke faculty and staff, with the support of the PTA, local businesses, family and friends. Local businesses and teachers from throughout Three Village Central School District donated gifts cards to raffle off. The school raised more than $3,418 for the honoree. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155018 Mon, 30 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155018 Arrowhead Shows It CARES The overarching messages included in Arrowhead Elementary School’s character education program – called CARES – were proudly displayed during the school’s first assembly program of the year this October. During the event, teachers and students came together to explain the program’s acronym and how everyone can be compassionate, accepting, respectful, encouraging and sharing each day. As an added reminder of the importance of the topic, Arrowhead’s mascot – CARES the Bear – made a special appearance during the event and helped to announce that those students who are “caught” displaying one of the program’s themes will be rewarded with various tokens of appreciation – including commemorative CARES pencils, bags or bracelets. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155016 Fri, 27 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155016 Three Village Music Faculty Concert Returns! Friday, November 3 at 7:00 pm RC Murphy JH Auditorium featuring your favorite Three Village Music Teachers! Tickets $10 Bach to Rockis Back Again PDF! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155011 Fri, 27 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155011 Celebrating Volunteers In honor of Board of Education recognition week this October, members of the Three Village Central School District community came together to honor and celebrate community volunteers who serve on the district’s Board of Education and the district clerk, Kathleen Sampogna. Representatives from each school – including students, teachers and administrators – spoke on behalf of their building’s Board liaison, providing biographical information on the select trustee, before providing them with a token of the district’s appreciation. These tokens included original artwork created by a student or small group of students from that school building. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155015 Thu, 26 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155015 Winning Tennis Team Congratulations to Ward Melville High School varsity tennis coach Erick Sussin and the entire team for winning the Suffolk County Championship with a score of 4-3 over Half Hollow Hills East! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155012 Wed, 25 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155012 A National Educational Honoree In honor of her exemplary teaching practices, Minnesauke Elementary School fifth-grade teacher Kate Hunter has been named the Outstanding Elementary Social Studies Teacher of the Year by The National Council for the Social Studies and will be honored at the 97th NCSS Annual Conference in San Francisco on Nov. 17-19. Ms. Hunter’s teaching model focuses on engaging students in social problems both local and international as she encourages them to develop empathy and engage in making change. In addition to the national honor she received, Ms. Hunter was commended for her inspirational teachings during a recent visit with New York State Regent Roger Tilles. Ms. Hunter received her New York Permanent Certification in Elementary Education in 2003 after earning a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Master of Science in Elementary Education from C.W. Post, Long Island University, New York. She was awarded the Margaret Simon Outstanding Teacher of Social Studies by the Long Island Council for the Social Studies in 2016 and recently was recognized as Outstanding Elementary Social Studies Teacher of the Year by the New York State Council for the Social Studies. She serves in the educational advisory committee of several organizations, including the Holocaust Memorial and Tolerance Center of Nassau County. Besides LICSS, NYSCSS and NCSS, her affiliations include The Southern Poverty Law Center, One Clip at a Time, and Three Village Teachers Association. She conducts professional development classes for teachers at various local, state and national conferences and is passionate about helping students turn social studies into informed social action. The NCSS Annual Conference is the largest and most comprehensive social studies professional development conference where social studies educators share, interact, develop ideas and enhance their skills. This year’s theme, ”Expanding Visions/Bridging Traditions,” will offer more than 900 content-rich sessions covering all subjects and grade levels, a lineup of renowned speakers and education experts and numerous exhibiting organizations displaying the latest in educational resources. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155014 Wed, 25 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155014 Saturday Enrichment Brochure – Registration Now Open; Deadline Nov. 17 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155013 Wed, 25 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155013 Ward Melville Seniors Named Commended Scholars Twenty-five Ward Melville High School seniors have been named Commended Students in the 2018 National Merit Scholarship Program. Approximately 34,000 of the approximately 50,000 highest scorers were chosen for this honor based on their exceptional results on the 2016 PSAT/NMSQT. These selected students received letters of commendation in recognition of their outstanding academic performance and, although they will not continue in the running for National Merit scholarships, they do have the chance to earn special scholarships sponsored by corporate businesses. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155009 Fri, 20 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155009 Patriots in the Playoffs Come and cheer on the Ward Melville HS Patriots as they compete in the following playoff games: 10/20 - Varsity Field Hockey vs. Comsewogue @ 2:30pm @ Ward Melville 10/21 - Varsity Girls Tennis vs. TBD @ Time TBA @ Ward Melville 10/23 - Varsity Girls Soccer vs. TBD @ 2:30pm @ Ward Melville http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155010 Fri, 20 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155010 Taking Care of Teddy Arrowhead Elementary School kindergarten students had a chance to learn about the medical field in a fun and interactive way this fall when representatives from Stony Brook Children’s Hospital conducted the “Teddy Bear Clinic” program. During this event, the students learned about such things as car and helmet safety before dressing up as doctors and nurses and “taking care” of their injured stuffed animals. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155008 Thu, 19 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155008 Painted Runners Raise Support Setauket Elementary School recently sponsored its first Color Splash Run/Walk in honor of one of Setauket’s students, Amelia Calderone, who is suffering from Langerhans cell histiocytosis, an illness that causes the production of too many white blood cells and causes the formation of tumors. Approximately 600 students, parents and staff members registered for the event. Despite the rain, the majority of registrants turned out for dancing, color-splashing and a one-mile trek in honor of this very special student. The race went from Setauket School through Frank Melville Park and back to the school and raised over $6,800 for the Calderone family. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155007 Wed, 18 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155007 2017 Siemens Semifinalists Ward Melville High School students Faima Quadir and Andrew Zhang are among the 491 semifinalists named nationwide on Oct. 17 in the 2017 Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology. The semifinalists’ projects were selected from more than 1,860 in science, technology, engineering and math fields. Faima worked on a group project called “Cloud Mode Anomaly Detection in the Cimel Sunphotometer Using Machine Learning Algorithms” – a project that looked at ways to enhance the current tools used for predicting, monitoring and managing future climate change. As part of her research, Faima worked to create a program in Python that would automate anomaly detection through machine learning algorithms, which look for patterns in the data to classify it as good or bad. Andrew’s project was titled “Sorting Single-Walled Carbon Nanotubes Using the Surfactant Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate and the Synthesized Organic Molecule Triptycene-Dimer.” In this project, a nonplanar aromatic molecule, triptycene-dimer (trip-dimer), and a common surfactant, sodium dodecyl sulfate, were used to sort single-walled carbon nanotubes. SWNTs have the capability to replace silicon as the semiconductor used for computing applications. To realize this promise, methods such as these need to be developed to sort SWNTs into their constituent components. According to the organization, the semifinalists will now be judged to determine who advances on to six regional competitions held in November. Individual and team winners of the regional contests earn the opportunity to compete in the national finals held at The George Washington University in Washington, D.C., in December, where $500,000 in scholarships will be awarded, including two top prizes of $100,000. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155005 Tue, 17 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155005 Hall of Fame Inductees The year’s homecoming festivities began with an early morning ceremony for the Class of 2017 Hall of Fame inductees. The Ward Melville High School Athletic Hall of Fame recognizes those individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the athletic programs at Ward Melville through their participation as athletes, their tireless efforts as administrators and coaches, and their unparalleled support as friends. This year’s inductees included Donald Webster (former athletic director), Kurt Ferraro (coach), Mike Gray (Class of 1974), Gerard Arceri (Class of 1982), Rick LeDoux (Class of 1982), Barbara Troiano-Vanbeyrer (Class of 1987), Mary Mullane-Flynn (Class of 1988), Todd Sauerbrun (Class of 1991), Krysta Johnson (Class of 1999), Shannon Watson-Sioss (Class of 1999), Chris Passavia (Class of 2000), Chris Tingue (Class of 2004), Jackie Morrison (Class of 2005), Shaylyn Blaney-Butler (Class of 2007), Steven Matz (Class of 2009) and Georgia Holland (Class of 2010). http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155006 Tue, 17 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155006 Walk for Beauty – Click here for details http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155004 Mon, 16 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155004 Oct. 29 Drug & Alcohol Awareness Program, Sponsored by The Bates House http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155003 Fri, 13 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155003 Student’s Film Screened in NYC A documentary film created by Ward Melville High School sophomore Elyas Masrour was selected for this year’s All American Film Festival, which was held in New York City on Oct. 7 and 8. Elyas’ film, “Peep: The Story of the Piping Plovers on West Meadow Beach,” was filmed locally in the summer of 2016 and documents the plight of the piping plover, an endangered bird species. This film was screened in Times Square as part of the festival. Following the screening, Elyas attended an awards ceremony and reception at the historic Kings Theatre in Brooklyn. While Elyas’ film was created as an independent project, he credits his film under the guidance of P.J. Gelinas Junior High School science teacher Gary Vorwald and West Meadow Beach Park Ranger Molly Hastings. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155001 Thu, 12 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155001 Homecoming Victory Spirit and pride abounded as the district came together to celebrate homecoming 2017 under sunny and warm skies this October. The event began with an early morning ceremony for the Class of 2017 Hall of Fame inductees. The Ward Melville High School Athletic Hall of Fame recognizes those individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the athletic programs at Ward Melville through their participation as athletes, their tireless efforts as administrators and coaches, and their unparalleled support as friends. This year’s inductees included Donald Webster (former athletic director), Kurt Ferraro (coach), Mike Gray (Class of 1974), Gerard Arceri (Class of 1982), Rick LeDoux (Class of 1982), Barbara Troiano-Vanbeyrer (Class of 1987), Mary Mullane-Flynn (Class of 1988), Todd Sauerbrun (Class of 1991), Krysta Johnson (Class of 1999), Shannon Watson-Sioss (Class of 1999), Chris Passavia (Class of 2000), Chris Tingue (Class of 2004), Jackie Morrison (Class of 2005), Shaylyn Blaney-Butler (Class of 2007), Steven Matz (Class of 2009) and Georgia Holland (Class of 2010). Before kick off of the big game, community members of all ages came together to enjoy a multistationed carnival and show their Patriots Pride. Set up on the back lawn of the school, the event featured games and activities for all ages, including bounce houses and face painting stations. Additionally, the banners created by each elementary school in honor of the event and in celebration of the district’s 50th anniversary were displayed throughout the carnival grounds. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Patriots logo and team name was painted pink on the stadium field and many players wore the color as part of their team uniform. Additionally, members of the varsity cheerleading team used pink pom-poms as they led the supportive crowd in many cheers. When the varsity football team took to the field, a sense of support filled the stadium, support not only for the hometown team but also for the competitors from Sachem East. Ward Melville players led a moment of silence at the start of the game for a member of the Sachem football community who had passed away earlier this year and painted a number five on the visitor’s sidelines to show their support. The homecoming game opened with a remarkable kickoff return for a 93-yard touchdown. The Patriots maintained a strong lead over Sachem for the remainder of the game, ultimately winning with a final score of 32-0. During halftime, the newly inducted Hall of Fame members were once again honored, Arrowhead Elementary School was named the winner of the banner competition, and members of the marching band and cheerleading teams, including the youth squads, performed. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155002 Thu, 12 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155002 Teddy Bear Clinic http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155000 Thu, 12 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false155000 Bike Safety As part of the district’s commitment to ensuring the safety of its students and staff, the following article carries an important message for those in our community and serves as a conversation starter for all parents. While the Suffolk Police Department has informed the district that no official reports of this type of behavior have been made within our community, we have notified members of our bus company to be on the lookout and ask that our residents remain vigilant in reporting any suspicious or dangerous behaviors they may encounter to members of the Police Department. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154999 Tue, 10 Oct 2017 21:00:00 GMT false154999 Extending Appreciation During its late September meeting, the Three Village Central School District Board of Education extended its deepest appreciation to two members of the community who have aided the district in training all staff in proper first aid procedures. Colby Rowe, Trauma Center Education and Prehospital Outreach Coordinator for Stony Brook Medicine, and District Manager for the Setauket Fire District Dave Sterne, were commended for the dedication that they and their agencies have given the district. In recent years, both organizations have provided the district with resources to complete staff training workshops on such techniques as CPR, the use of automated external defibrillators and how to control life-threatening bleeding associated with massive wounds. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154998 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154998 Difference Maker – Richard Guez Setauket Elementary School teacher Richard Guez regularly finds ways to inspire his students within the classroom. For the past two and a half years, he has shared that passion on a global level by volunteering with the TKO Strong Foundation, an organization dedicated to raising awareness and support for those diagnosed with the extremely rare and life-threatening microvillus inclusion disease. MVID is a genetic disease in which the intestinal tract is fully formed but does not function, rendering those with the condition unable to absorb nutrients or water. The TKO Strong Foundation was formed in 2014 by Thomas Kevin Onorato’s parents shortly after he was diagnosed with MVID as a newborn and after learning that more than half of the 30 million people living with rare diseases do not have a disease-specific foundation to support or research their conditions. The cause, which has a personal family connection for Mr. Guez, provides funding for research, financial support to families traveling to seek treatment, advocates to generate awareness, and facility networking opportunities for medical professionals and researchers in the pursuit of a cure. Most recently, the organization provided €75,000 (approximately $89,000) to a researcher in the Netherlands who is working to identify a test and/or protocols to identify the disease. Mr. Guez serves as the communications director of the organization and also sits on the board of directors. After learning about Mr. Guez’s volunteer efforts, the Three Village Central School District students and staff – especially those in Setauket Elementary School – worked to increase awareness for the cause. This September, after only nine school days, students and staff at Setauket generously donated approximately $3,320 for the TKO Strong Foundation. For more information about the organization and ways to donate, please visit TKOStrongFoundation.org, “like” TKOStrongFoundation on Facebook or view the “TKO Strong” YouTube video. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154997 Thu, 28 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154997 A Tasty Study In honor of Johnny Appleseed’s birthday, kindergarten students in Dawn McNally’s class at W.S. Mount Elementary School took part in a number of cross-curricular learning activities this September. In conjunction with the school’s Lucy Calkins Units of Study for writing and reading, the students created “All About Apples” books after reading a folktale about Mr. Appleseed and other non-fiction books about apples during reading workshop. The students learned how apples grow, taste-tested four types of apples and created original pieces of art using the core of a cut apple. Additionally, tying into the math curriculum, each student voted for their favorite type of apple and collectively worked as a class to create a bar graph visually depicting the top choices. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154996 Wed, 27 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154996 Minnesauke Helps to Create ‘Whirled’ Peace In honor of the International Day of Peace, Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff created a visual display of “whirled” peace on the front lawn of the building. Using hundreds of pinwheels the students created for last year’s Flag Day celebration, with added messages of hope and peace, art teacher Christine Sacco and student volunteers formed a peace sign and a heart shape out of the pinwheels and lined the sidewalks along the main entrance with them. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154995 Tue, 26 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154995 Three Village International Artists Sixteen district students recently earned high honors in the 2017 International Interdependence Hexagon Project. The event, which is a visual arts program for students aged 4-18 worldwide, asks students to create a piece of art based on a global issue within the shape of a hexagon — a metaphor for interconnectedness. The students were asked to base their designs on the unifying theme of “Empathy: Understanding/Acting.” The district is proud to congratulate the following award-winning student-artists: Minnesauke Elementary School Winners: Mia Butkevich, Most Creative Expression Michelle Cutting, 2017 Theme Award Brynn Davenport, Most Relevant to Interdependence Theme Gianna Hogan, Most Effective All-Over Interpretation: 2-D Mixed Media/Collage Created by One Student Giulianna Pantaro, Honorable Mention April Poggi, Honorable Mention Penelope Reynolds, 2017 Theme Award Annabella Timpanaro, Honorable Mention P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Winners: Lydia Hsieh-Beatty, 2017 Theme Award Dylan Brand, Most Relevant to Interdependence Theme or Themes Cherrie Lan, Honorable Mention Natalia Newton, Most Creative Expression Annie Ryu, Most Creative Expression Riley Wohlars, 2017 Theme Award Rebecca Zhang, Most Effective All-Over Interpretation: 2-D Individual Pieces Julia Zhu, Most Creative Expression: 2-D Single Hexagons http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153911 Mon, 25 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153911 County Sponsored Narcan Training Session – Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154994 Mon, 25 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154994 All-State Musicians Of the thousands of students who auditioned, 25 Ward Melville High School student-musicians have been selected to either perform at or serve as alternates for the All-State festival of this year’s NYSSMA Winter Conference. Several of the students were selected to more than one ensemble group and, with 25 honorees, Ward Melville has the largest number of students selected for this honor in all of Suffolk County. Selection to All-State is based on the student’s NYSSMA scores from the previous spring, as well as teacher recommendations. “Not only is this accomplishment the result of the students’ hard work and dedication, but it is also a direct reflection of our music teachers’ commitment and perseverance toward excellence,” said Anthony Pollera, the district’s director of music. The district congratulates the following All-State student-musicians: Kian Abbott – Violoncello, Alternate Jesse Arnold – Jazz Tenor Voice, Alternate Richard Caporusso – Bass I, Alternate Ryan Carlozzo – Bass I, Alternate; Jazz Bass Voice, Alternate Isabella Colombo – Alto II, Treble Chorus Emma Cowan – Violin, Symphony Orchestra; Jazz Soprano Voice, Alternate; Soprano II, Alternate Benjamin Cummings – Jazz Guitar, Alternate Jared Gozinsky – Snare Drum, Wind Ensemble Katie Griesel – Soprano II, Mixed Chorus; Oboe, Symphonic Band Steven Holmquist – Violin, Alternate Victor Jiao – Violin, Alternate Andrew Kim – Violin, Symphony Orchestra Elenaor Kopp – Trumpet, Alternate Denise Lai – Violin, Alternate Lawrence Lan – Violoncello, String Orchestra Marielle Leiboff – Soprano II, Alternate Cameron Liquori – Alto II, Mixed Chorus Serena Liu – Violin, Symphony Orchestra Daniel Ma – Violoncello, Alternate Anna Macedonio – Soprano I, Alternate Noah Mond – Tenor II, Mixed Chorus Joseph Monte – Jazz Tenor Voice, Alternate; Tenor II, Alternate Matthew Okrent – Euphonium, Symphonic Band Julia Pollina – Soprano II, Alternate Luciana Ragolia – Alto II, Treble Chorus; Jazz Alto Voice, Alternate http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153909 Wed, 20 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153909 Sharing a Love of Art P.J. Gelinas Junior High School 2016-17 National Junior Art Honor Society members showcased their artistic skills when they were recently commissioned to create a mural for the district. The mural, now permanently installed in the seating area of the district’s Human Resources Office, features a view of Stony Brook’s famed Gamecock Cottage and West Meadow Beach. Twenty-eight student-artists worked on the piece, each completing a square for the mural using mixed media, under the guidance of NJAHS advisor Michael Sacco. Special thanks to Gelinas technology teacher Dean Kostis who helped with the framing and assistance on this breathtaking mural. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153910 Wed, 20 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153910 Seniors Vie for National Scholarships Ward Melville High School seniors Kathleen Esfahany, Thomas Howell, Emily Huang, Ethan Li, Michael Lu, Samuel Tan and Leon Zhao have been named semifinalists in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Annually, approximately 16,000 students, or roughly one-third of the 50,000 high scorers, are notified that they have qualified as semifinalists and are invited to continue in the competition for the chance to be named finalists and National Merit Scholarship award winners. According to the program’s website, the National Merit Scholarship Program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships that began in 1955. High school students enter the NMSP by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test — which serves as the initial screening of approximately 1.6 million entrants each year — and by meeting published program entry and participation requirements. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153907 Tue, 19 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153907 Senior’s Logo Design Wins Big A proposed design created by Ward Melville High School senior Niki Nassiri has been selected by the North Shore Montessori School as the institution’s new logo. The design, which Niki created with the help of art teacher Cortney Weisman, was in response to a challenge by the North Shore Montessori School, which wants to modernize its look. The challenge not only enabled Niki to showcase her creativity, but also helped her gain insight into the client/graphic designer relationship and invaluable experience in the field. Niki’s design is featured on Montessori’s website and in its new spirit wear. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153908 Tue, 19 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153908 4th Annual Highway Safety Day this Saturday, Sept. 23 This Saturday, September 23, the Brookhaven Highway Department is hosting the 4th Annual Highway Safety Day at Safety Town, 249 Buckley Road, Holtsville. The day's family-friendly events will include a FREE car seat inspection from 8 a.m. to noon, a FREE bicycle safety rodeo from noon to 3 p.m. and various, interactive highway safety demonstrations from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. from participating organizations. The free car seat check is being held on National Seat Check Saturday, part of Child Passenger Safety Week, a campaign sponsored by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) dedicated to helping parents and caregivers make sure their children ride as safely as possible, every trip, every time. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation's NHTSA, 59 percent of car seats are misused. Every 33 seconds, a child under the age of 13 is involved in a crash; using car seats that are age- and size-appropriate is the best way to keep children safe. During the free bicycle rodeo, participants can complete a non-competitive skills course, while learning how to safely ride their bikes in a child-sized, miniature town. This event is a great opportunity for kids to become more aware bicyclists and reduce the risk of accidents and injuries on our roadways. Participants are required to bring their own bicycles and helmets, both of which will be inspected for safety. Organizations participating in the highway safety demonstrations include the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office, the Suffolk County Police Department, Holtsville Fire Department, Suffolk County FRES, Long Island Rail Road, and Long Island ABATE. In addition, WALK 97.5 will be on-site with their prize wheel; complimentary chips and salsa will be provided by Moe's Southwest Grill. See attached flyer and call 631-363-3770 for more information or to register for a car seat inspection (inspections are by appointment only). http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153906 Tue, 19 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153906 Student’s Film to be Screened in New York City An experimental film created by Ward Melville High School junior Jamie Nagel has been selected for this year’s All American Film Festival, which will be held in New York City on Oct. 7. Jamie’s film, “Youth,” was based on a poem she wrote and will be screened in Times Square as part of the festival. Following the screening, Jamie will attend an awards ceremony and reception at the historic Kings Theatre in Brooklyn. Ward Melville student filmmakers have been selected for this high honor for the past several years. Jamie created her film under the guidance of Ward Melville teacher Stephanie DiLorenzo. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153904 Fri, 15 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153904 Senior Earns Junior Angel Award Ward Melville High School senior Madeline Mastriano was selected as the only female student recipient of the Junior Angel Award during this September’s Second Annual Angel Awards. Madeline was honored for her efforts in co-chairing the Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand she created five years ago with her brother Joseph, a freshman at Murphy. The students helped rally their peers from throughout the district and other community members to raise $20,000 at the lemonade stand this summer. To date, the teen siblings have helped raise more than $36,000 for Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. The Angel Awards are given to outstanding women in the community who are recognized for their charity work and who combine work, home life and volunteering. The ceremony is an opportunity to meet these incredibly talented and giving women and at the same time, be in attendance as the community thanks them for their tireless efforts on behalf of others. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153903 Fri, 15 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153903 ALL Community Swim Cancelled - September 15 - 17 COMMUNITY SWIM CANCELLED FOR SEPTEMBER 15 - 17, 2017 FAMILY SWIM FOR THIS EVENING, 9/15 IS CANCELLED. FAMILY SWIM WILL BEGIN ON 10/6/17 COMMUNITY SWIM CLASSES FOR SATURDAY, 9/16 ARE CANCELLED. SATURDAY CLASSES WILL BEGIN ON 9/23/17 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153905 Fri, 15 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153905 School Lunch/Breakfast Prices For information about the district’s lunch program, including updated prices, please visit http://www.threevillagecsd.org/our_district/child_nutrition http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153902 Wed, 06 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153902 Welcome Back! The district proudly welcomed students back for the first day of school on Sept. 5. Below are some photos from throughout the morning. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153900 Tue, 05 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153900 Bates House Sponsored Parent/Child Drug & Alcohol Awareness Program – Sept 24 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153901 Tue, 05 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153901 Start of Year – Transportation Information The district encourages all parents and students to be mindful of the possibility of transportation delays during the first week of school as our drivers familiarize themselves with new bus routes. Traditionally, we find this week to be an adjustment period for families sending their children to school for the first time, as well as those looking to preserve the memorable experience on camera. The district appreciates your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the smoothest and safest start to the new school year. Should you have any questions about your child’s transportation schedule, please contact our Transportation Department 631-730-5070. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153899 Tue, 05 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153899 Superintendent’s Welcome Back Message Dear Residents, On behalf of my colleagues and the members of the Board of Education, I am proud to welcome you to the 2017-18 school year. I hope that your summer was relaxing and filled with rewarding adventures. Whether this is your child’s first year in our school district or their last before graduation, I am confident that this year will bring the promise of infinite possibilities and a myriad of opportunities to explore innovative ideas and pursue passions. Each of our students brings a special talent, gift or skill to our school district and I hope that each finds inspiration in the classroom and through co-curricular programs to reach their goals and dreams. Just as I encouraged our staff during this year’s Superintendent’s Conference Day, I remind all of our students that nothing will ever be gained from sitting back. Therefore, I encourage you to jump in and try something new. If you fall, we will catch you and your efforts will not be viewed as failures, but as incremental steps toward success. As a school district, our teachers and administrators are also always looking for ways to inspire our students. Through such initiatives as our new Pre-K program at Nassakeag Elementary School, expanded music and educational offerings at the secondary level and the provision for a 1:1 device initiative in grades 7-9, we hope to provide students with the foundation needed for future success and personal drive. If you have not already done so, I encourage you to visit our schools’ webpages and electronic calendar tab. Both resources contain a wealth of information on our programs and ways to enhance the home-to-school connection. The partnership we share with the all our stakeholders is integral to the quality education provided to our students. I extend my best wishes for a great school year and thank you for your continued support. Cheryl Pedisich Superintendent of Schools http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153897 Fri, 01 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153897 News 12 Varsity Highlights Journey of WMHS Football Player http://www.news12varsity.com/feature-true-patriot-08-17-17-1.1878579 Credit: News 12 Varsity http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153898 Fri, 01 Sep 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153898 New year, new schools As summer vacation drew to a close, the district’s incoming seventh- and 10th-grade students learned about their new schools during orientation programs held at Ward Melville High School and R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools. Members of each school’s administration were on hand to answer the incoming students’ questions and help them navigate the building. In addition, upperclassman volunteers were available to help their younger peers locate classrooms and open lockers for the first time. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153895 Thu, 31 Aug 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153895 Happenings in the Tech Department Throughout the year, students enrolled in the technology classes at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School engage in hands-on learning that develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Below are a few highlights from the 2016-17 school year. The students in Dean Kostis’ ninth-grade Computer Design class created 3-D structures as part of the course’s pre-engineering unit, which was designed to help them understand concepts such as tension, compression, shearing and torsion. Along with exploring the history of bridge designs, the unit examined different design and construction techniques. For example, they studied the design of a truss, the strongest geometric shape, to understand the science behind its strength and why it is seen in so many forms in everyday life. Students used West Point Bridge Designer to create and force test designs before choosing one to construct. One very successful structure was designed and built by Victoria Grosskopf and Mike Marchese. Weighing only 24.3 grams (about one-twentieth of a pound), the structure was able to hold 31,780 grams – just over 70 pounds, or 1,370 times its own weight. This would be akin to a 100-pound person holding 137,000 pounds. Students also used the free design program SketchUp to create 3-D models of homes before exporting them to the department’s MakerBot 3-D printers. This past year, the department began to incorporate robotics into the curriculum, as well. Students coded virtual robots to navigate either an island or an underwater course and achieve objectives. In one entertaining lesson, they learned how to break down solutions into linear steps by coding for RobotC. Each of the topics discussed through the technology education program induces logic, abstract thought, understanding, self-awareness, communication, memory and problem-solving. The course of study allows students to experiment with concepts across the disciplines of STEAM – science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics – concurrently. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153896 Thu, 31 Aug 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153896 Vetting of Mailed/Electronic Communication In an effort to further protect the health and safety of our students and staff members, and as part of our continued endeavor to review and update our District Emergency Management Plan, the Three Village Central School District hereby notifies all residents and outside individuals that it will no longer accept letters, packages or electronic communications without a return address or proper identification of the sender. Any items mailed to the district without a return address will be rejected upon receipt, and the district reserves the right to trace the source of anonymous messages sent electronically. Please be advised that this addendum to the District’s Emergency Plan is effective immediately. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153894 Tue, 29 Aug 2017 13:00:00 GMT false153894 Public Notice: September Board of Education Meetings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153893 Mon, 28 Aug 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153893 A Worthy Cause with a Hometown Connection Help us support Minnesauke fifth-grader Grace Pantano and so many others by contributing to this cause. The Long Island Brain Tumor Walk is an event to raise awareness and much-needed resources to fund critical brain tumor-specific programs to improve the lives of all those affected by brain tumors. Grace’s community swim team organized sponsorship to support Grace and her family. http://events.braintumor.org/long-island-brain-tumor-walk/ http://www.braintumorcommunity.org/site/TR/TeamraiserEvents/LongIslandBrainTumorWalk?team_id=81011&pg=team&fr_id=2923 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153892 Mon, 21 Aug 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153892 Fall 2017 Continuing Education Brochure Now Available Here is the new Fall 2017 Continuing Education Brochure http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153891 Fri, 18 Aug 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153891 Summer Learning Students Enjoy Complimentary Concert Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor, the students attending this year’s Three Village Extended School Year program had the chance to sing along to a free concert by renowned performer Laurie Berkner of the Laurie Berkner Band. Berkner has released 11 best-selling, award-winning albums and has been featured both in person and through animation on TV stations Nick Jr. and Sprout TV, among others. She also wrote the music and lyrics for three off-Broadway children’s musicals and has authored an number of children’s books. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153890 Thu, 17 Aug 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153890 5th Annual Three Village Kids Lemonade Stand – Aug. 2 The district proudly commends the altruistic efforts of its students who are once again organizing this charitable event. Please click on the link below to learn more! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154716 Fri, 28 Jul 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154716 Patriots Honored by Legislator The state-championship Ward Melville High School Boys Lacrosse team was recently commended and honored for their outstanding season and presented with a proclamation by Suffolk County Legislator and Ward Melville graduate Kara Hahn. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154714 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154714 Student Affects Positive Change Statewide The Three Village Central School District proudly commends Ward Melville High School incoming junior Ben Catalfo for his tenacity and unparalleled advocacy for all students in New York State, as his efforts have resulted in the state agreeing to discount a flawed question on this year’s Geometry Regents. Ben, a mathematically talented scholar, uncovered that the response choices for question 24 of this year’s exam did not contain a correct answer and that students were being penalized as a result. After consultation with P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Principal and former Ward Melville High School math chairperson William Bernhard, and with the support of math experts from around the country, Ben advocated on behalf of those students who took this exam and were unjustly scored as a result of this flawed question. On Tuesday, July 25, the district was notified that the State Education Department has recanted their previous decision to uphold the original scores and that this question would now be rescored to give all students credit. This decision is one that we are exceptionally proud of and believe that Ben’s efforts will positively impact many students throughout New York State. Newsday Coverage on Ben: http://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/state-regents-geometry-exam-question-to-be-rescored-1.13822787 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154715 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154715 Public Notice: August Board of Education Meetings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154713 Mon, 24 Jul 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154713 Summer 2017 Newsletter Now Available http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154712 Fri, 21 Jul 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154712 District Commended For Proactive Approach to Drug and Alcohol Education Read more about the district’s efforts in this week’s Village Times Herald news article: http://tbrnewsmedia.com/three-village-welcomes-drug-and-alcohol-counselor/ http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154711 Fri, 21 Jul 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154711 WMHS Student Finds Error on Geometry Regents Click here to read the Newsday article http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154710 Thu, 20 Jul 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154710 Board Begins New Year The district’s Board of Education convened for its annual reorganization meeting on July 12 and commenced the official start of the 2017-18 school year. During the meeting, William F. Connors Jr., Irene Gische and Inger Germano were reelected to serve as Board President, Vice President and District Clerk Pro-Tem, respectively. Ms. Gische, Ms. Germano and incumbent Board trustee Dr. Jeffrey Kerman were also officially sworn in and began to serve their new three-year terms of office. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154709 Mon, 17 Jul 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154709 Elementary Class Placements Will Be Available on Monday, July 17 Please follow the schedule below when logging into the Campus Portal to view your child's schedule. Schedules will not be available before the assigned time. WS Mount 8:00 A.M. Nassakeag 9:00 A.M. Setauket10:00 A.M. Minnesauke 11:00 A.M. Arrowhead 12:00 P.M Schedules for grades 7-12 will be available later in August. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154708 Wed, 12 Jul 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154708 Bleeding Control/Hands-Only CPR Training for the Community Community Course Registration Links: https://3vb-conjuly11.eventbrite.com https://3vb-conjuly18.eventbrite.com https://3vb-conaug1.eventbrite.com https://3vb-conaug15.eventbrite.com https://3vb-conaug22.eventbrite.com http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154707 Mon, 10 Jul 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154707 Summer Math Review Parents and Guardians, Ward Melville High School will be offering a voluntary three-week summer review class for any student who is scheduled to take an Algebra 2/Trigonometry course for the 2017-2018 school year. These classes will review various algebraic topics already covered in both Algebra 1 and Geometry, but are important for student success in Algebra 2/Trigonometry. Classes will be held Monday through Thursday from 9 AM to 11 AM at Ward Melville High School beginning on July 24th and continuing through until August 10th. If you are interested in having your child participate in these summer review classes, please contact Mr. Finnerty's (730-4960) office to register for this review course. Should you have any questions regarding these review classes, please email Mr. Ambrose at dambrose@3villagecsd.org. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154706 Thu, 29 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154706 Ward Melville High School Class of 2017! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154705 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154705 Kindergarten Celebration Minnesauke Elementary School kindergarten students celebrated the end of the school year during a colorful event. During the celebration, the students dressed in colors and hats to represent each season. They sang songs they learned throughout the year and remembered all the fun they had season by season. The students participated in designing the program, painting props, holding props and signs, as well as speaking at different points during the show to introduce the songs. Members of the Minnesauke music staff played guitar, piano and violin for several songs. Highlights included the students performing sign language for one song and for the finale all the students wore sunglasses and sang a song to celebrate all the friends they met and achievements of kindergarten. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154702 Thu, 22 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154702 Celebrating Educational Milestones Sixth and ninth-grade students from throughout the district marked the end of their journey through elementary and junior high school during celebratory and commemorative moving-up events this June. Teachers, administrators and esteemed guests gathered to celebrate the students’ educational milestone and cheered proudly as they walked across the dais to receive their moving-up certificates. Below are photos from several of the ceremonies. R.C. Murphy JHS P.J. Gelinas JHS Minnesauke Elementary School http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154703 Thu, 22 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154703 Celebrating Achievements During the district’s last meeting of the 2017-18 school year, the Board of Education celebrated a multitude of student and staff achievements. W.S. Mount Elementary School students were honored for their successful participation in the National History Bee, a competition that four students qualified to take part in. P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s award-winning Science Olympiad teams were honored for their placement at the national and state levels, respectively. Gelinas’ talented speller and National Spelling Bee contestant Ryan Himmelsbach was celebrated for his talents and successes and Gelinas ninth-grader William Sun was honored for receiving a perfect score on the ACT. Furthermore, Gelinas English teacher Doug Elliot was recognized for being awarded by the New York State Bar Association the Educator Emil Zullo Distinguished Service Award. Additionally, 12 members of the district’s faculty were honored with tenure. Several athletic accomplishments were celebrated during the meeting. The members of the boys swimming and diving team were honored for their participation in the New York State swimming championship. The five members of the Ward Melville High School girls track team were celebrated for their successful participation in the New York State Track and Field Championship. The boys varsity lacrosse team was also commended for being named New York State champions. Lastly, the district proudly accepted the donation of five pediatric trauma kits from the local Kiwanis Club. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154704 Thu, 22 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154704 Track Stars Named All-Americans Ward Melville High School girls track team members Allyson Gaedje, Sam Rutt, Liz Radke and Sam Sturgess have been named All-Americans as a result of their third-place finish in the New Balance National Outdoor Championship in North Carolina. The 4x800 team finished the race with a time of 9:05.41, the second fastest time in school history. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154701 Wed, 21 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154701 Celebrating Flag Day Students from throughout the district celebrated the nation’s stars and stripes at commemorative Flag Day events this June. During ceremonies held at the respective elementary schools, the students sang a number of patriotic songs, shared patriotic themed essays and donned clothing items and artistic creations in the nation’s colors – red, white and blue. At W.S. Mount Elementary School, the raising of the American flag was an exceptionally special one this year. Thanks to a successful cookie drive fundraiser for servicemen and women, local Girl Scout Troop 337 received a flag that was flown by the United States Army over Afghanistan. In turn, the troop presented that flag to the school and assisted the building’s boy scouts and girl scouts with the traditional raising of the flag at the start of the ceremony. This particular flag flies on each Flag Day at Mount for as long as the scout members are students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154698 Tue, 20 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154698 SBU Basketball Team Visits Setauket Setauket Elementary School third-grade classes celebrated their love of literacy when several members of the Stony Brook University women’s basketball team visited the school. During the event, the basketball team members read aloud to each class and answered questions about their college experiences and athletic careers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154699 Tue, 20 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154699 Information Regarding June 20 Incident at W.S. Mount Elementary Please click below for an important message regarding a June 20 incident at W.S. Mount Elementary School. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154700 Tue, 20 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154700 Honored for Service Two hundred twenty-one district students were praised and commended for their philanthropic actions and presented with the Presidential Volunteer Service Award in June. This national award is issued for service hours accumulated during a 12-month period. According to the official criteria, the awards are offered in multiple levels and are designed to recognize each milestone of service. Levels include bronze, silver, gold and the highest honor, the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, for those who contribute more than 4,000 hours of service in their lifetime. During the event, Suffolk County Legislator Kara Hahn, Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich and Three Village Teachers’ Association representative Brian Pickford offered their collective congratulations to the recipients before the building principals presented the official awards. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154697 Fri, 16 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154697 Ward Melville 2017 Spring Athletics Recap Academic Achievements 221 Scholar Athletes – 66% of our varsity athletes Butch Dellacave Award Winners – Megan Raftery and Dominic Pryor New York State Scholar Athlete Teams Varsity girls lacrosse Varsity boys tennis Varsity girls spring track Varsity softball Girls Track 800M Division Champ/State Qualifier – Ally Gaedje Long Jump Division Champ – Marina Vostrova 400M Division Champ – Sam Rutt 4 x 800 RelayTeam Division Champs – Ally Gaedje, Sam Rutt, Liz Radke, Shannon Ryan 4 x 800 State Qualifiers – Ally Gaedje, Sam Rutt, Liz Radke, Shannon Ryan(All placed 6th in State) Pentathlon State qualifier – Marina Vostrova (Placed 6th in State) Girls Lacrosse 17-1 Season Record League Champs County Semifinalists Boys Varsity Lacrosse 20-2 Season Record League Champions Suffolk County Champions Long Island Champions State Champions Boys Track Division qualifiers and third place winners – 4 x 800 Relay – Josh Meyer, Mike Rippa, Danny Ryan and Eric Zulkofske Division qualifier and third place mile – Eric Zulkofske Baseball 21-6 Season Record League Champs No. 1 seed in playoffs (first time) No. 1 ranked in New York State (5/24) 4 Playoff Wins Suffolk County Semifinalist Boys Tennis League Champs Division 3 Champs Big Four Semifinalist No. 2 seed Six County Qualifiers Division 3 Champ/County Quarterfinals – Dan Meinster Division 3 Doubles Champ – Tyler Ancona and Deven Wackett Individual Honors (All names listed on the athletics department page) All League/Division – 40 All County – 19 All State – 8 All Long Island – TBD http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154696 Thu, 15 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154696 Running Club Video http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154993 Wed, 14 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154993 Murals Inspired by Local Artist In one of their last acts before moving up to junior high school, Setauket Elementary School’s sixth-grade class came together to create an exquisite mural inspired by two paintings by local artist Doug Reina. Not only did the students lend their artistic skills to the project, they also had the chance to meet with Mr. Reina and learn how he chooses the locations for his artwork. During his visit, Mr. Reina also explained his process of painting and provided the students with feedback on their replicas of his work. This year’s mural artwork, which was created with the help of art teacher Maria Maritato, are titled "Yellow Double Arrow" and "Pins." http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154694 Tue, 13 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154694 WMHS Recall Show - Friday, June 16, 2017 Recall Show 2017 Friday, June 16, 2017 - 7:30 pm featuring Alumni Camerata, Concert Choir, Final Project Showcase Melv'pella, Three Village Women's Choir and Senior Choir Women Tickets $10 at the door http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154695 Tue, 13 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154695 Murphy’s Musical High Note R.C. Murphy Junior High School Jazz Band, under the direction of Brendan Meier, competed in the Long Island Music Fest at LIU Post this spring and took home high honors. Performing for a panel of judges, the group competed against other groups from around Long Island. As a result of their performance, the students earned the highest ranking of "Superior" and also scored the highest numeric score of the entire festival; a 99/100. After a brief workshop with one of the judges, they celebrated their successes at The Adventure Park at Long Island; a high ropes course in Wheatley Heights. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154693 Mon, 12 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154693 Mount Musical W.S. Mount Elementary School’s Drama Club took audiences back to River City, Iowa in their production of "The Music Man Jr." The cast and crew, under the direction of Dan Hayes, Gretchen Tranchino, Lauren Horn and Melissa Levenson, included over 50 students from the fifth- and sixth-grade. The show, which includes such numbers as "Trouble", "Till There Was You", and "Seventy-Six Trombones," took months of hard work and dedication from all those involved. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154468 Mon, 12 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154468 Making Mathematical Memories Setauket Elementary School first-graders are working to build mathematical fluency and numeral understanding as part of the school’s math club. The club, which has been meeting weekly before school, enables students to work with teachers Lisa Wall and Christine Beck to play a variety of differentiated math games focused on such concepts as numerical operations, regrouping and multiples. After the teachers model the game and discuss the proper strategy, the students work in small groups to play at least two different games each session. Fifth-graders at the school volunteer to assist with the club for community service hours and help to mentor the younger students. A similar club was held earlier this year for kindergarten students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154467 Fri, 09 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154467 Celebratory Count Down As has become a tradition at Setauket Elementary School, students in Christine Beck’s class are celebrating their academic successes this year with a “Last 20 Days of School” countdown. Each day, the class pops a balloon that hangs from the classroom ceiling to discover a new way to celebrate. The message in that balloon provides information about what the focus will be for the following day. To date, the activities have included different theme days – such as crazy hat day – as well as activities tied to the school’s character education program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154465 Thu, 08 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154465 Ward Melville Patriots Commit to College Surrounded by proud parents, teachers, friends and coaches, 59 Ward Melville High School seniors were celebrated for their decision to continue their athletic careers at some of the nation’s top colleges and universities this fall. During a commemorative breakfast ceremony, each student was individually honored for his or her commitment to their academics and chosen sport as well as reminded that no matter where their future leads that they will always be a part of the Ward Melville Patriot family. Twenty-three of the students will compete at Division I schools and 36 will take part in Division II and III athletic programs. Click here for a list of the students’ names and the schools they will be attending. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154466 Thu, 08 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154466 Powerful Written Words Based on their outstanding writing skills, Ward Melville High School juniors Noor Kamal and Arianna Parkideh were named winners in the National Council of Teachers of English annual Achievement Awards in Writing Competition. For the contest, each student submitted a sample writing piece that they considered to be their best work as well as a themed writing based on a topic developed by the Achievement Awards Advisory Committee. This year’s theme was based on the popularized phrase “With great power comes great responsibility,” and asked the writers to evaluate and analyze those in positions of power and what they are doing to live up to the responsibilities they are bestowed. National judges evaluated each piece of writing for content, purpose, audience, tone, word choice, organization, development and style. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154463 Wed, 07 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154463 SACC Registration 2017-2018 SACC Registration begins June 8th-July 7th. Click here to access the SACC Program page. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154464 Wed, 07 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154464 Shining STARS at Minnesauke Minnesauke Elementary School’s National Junior Art Honor Society has helped to promote the building’s character education program – STARS – this spring through two colorful projects. The students, with the help of their advisor and Minnesauke art teacher Christine Sacco, created 700 unique mini artworks in the shape of a star and presented one to each member of the school community on a day they called "Stars for STARS." The stars were created to symbolize how each individual is unique, special and important and everyone wearing them together is a reflection of how they are unified as a community. As a lasting gift for the sixth-grade, the NJAHS helped to create a STARS theme mural in the style of graffiti artist Keith Haring. The students glazed the tiles that border the large display and helped to paint the main subjects in the mural. Each sixth-grader was then able to add a memory they had from Minnesauke to the mural’s title background. Minnesauke’s STARS program stands for sharing, trustworthy, accepting, respectful and serving. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154462 Tue, 06 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154462 A Mathematical Mark R.C. Murphy Junior High School students Matthew Chen, Animesh Ghose, Jessica Liao, Neil Mehta and Claire Yang recently placed third in the state at the 2017 MoMathlon Tournament of Champions at the MoMath Museum in New York City. During the event, which was supported and sponsored by Con Edison and Brookhaven National Laboratory, the top 10 middle school teams in New York State competed in four challenging rounds – Individual, Team, Mixed Team, and Team Relay – to solve challenging mathematical questions, all without the use of a calculator. “The students had a great time not only competing but also working and meeting kids across New York and exploring the MoMath museum, which for most of them was the 1st time,” said Murphy mathematics chairperson Rocco Vetro. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154460 Mon, 05 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154460 A Presidential Study As part of their social studies unit on government, W.S. Mount fifth-graders in Janet Von Bargen’s class learned about many of the nation’s leaders during a recent research project on presidents. The students chose a president to research and created a scrapbook of pictures and mementos their president might have saved. They also created a Time magazine cover that their president might have appeared on and a newspaper front page highlighting an important event during his presidency. Additionally, using what they learned about their president's talents, interests, education and background, each student decided what kind of teacher their president might have been. They then created a figure representing the teacher president, using caricatures of their faces and appropriate "clothing" and props. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154461 Mon, 05 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154461 Elected DECA Officer Ward Melville High School junior Suraj Singh has been elected to serve as the Suffolk County DECA Vice President of Communications. Earlier this year, Suraj applied for the position by submitting a resume, essay and formal application. Additionally, he delivered a compelling speech during this year’s annual DECA Dinner/Dance and Officer Installation Ceremony as he campaigned for the position against other candidates from Suffolk County DECA chapters. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154458 Fri, 02 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154458 Festival of Music Honors Ward Melville High School’s jazz band, string orchestra and symphony orchestra took part in and captured top honors during the Festivals of Music in the Parks competition in Hershey, Pennsylvania. All three groups scored superior ratings, Jason Rahner won best overall soloist for jazz, the symphony orchestra won best overall orchestra, and the entire music department won the collective Esprit de Corps award for character, behavior and deportment. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154459 Fri, 02 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154459 Three Village Authors and Illustrators in Print Many district students were included in this year’s "Pens and Pencils" feature in the Village Times Herald. To see copies of the students’ work, please visit https://issuu.com/tbrmedia/docs/060117penspencilsw Posted with permission from TBR News Media. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154455 Thu, 01 Jun 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154455 A Nose for a Cause Setauket Elementary School was blanketed with individuals donning red noses as the school community came together to raise funds and awareness for two important causes. As part of the building’s sprit week celebration, individuals donated $2 to purchase a red nose and help make a difference in the lives of children. As a result of the building’s generosity, Setauket raised close to $800 to benefit Room4Love and national Red Nose Day. Two former Setauket Elementary School students and their parents started an organization call Room4Love, an organization that raises money to remodel bedrooms of children who are diagnosed with cancer. Red Nose Day is an initiative aimed at ensuring that children are safe, healthy, educated and empowered in all 50 states as well as in many countries in Latin America, Asia and Africa. The schoolwide initiative was organized by the Setauket student council. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154456 Thu, 01 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154456 Fencing Coach Receives National Award Ward Melville High School fencing coach Jeff Salmon has been selected as the inaugural winner of the USA Fencing National High School Coach of the Year Award for 2017. Eighteen individuals from high schools around the country were nominated for this prestigious award and a pool of five finalists were selected and evaluated by a special committee. Under Salmon’s leadership, Ward Melville’s teams have continued a winning tradition, including capturing the 2016-17 Long Island Championship title. Additionally, over the past 15 years, the program has maintained an unparalleled winning streak that ranks among the most impressive in interscholastic athletics nationwide. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154457 Thu, 01 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154457 June Drug & Alcohol Awareness Event Sponsored by the Bates House http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154454 Thu, 01 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154454 WS Mount Elementary PTA Sponsored Steered Straight Parent Meeting http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154453 Thu, 01 Jun 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154453 Arrowhead on Broadway Arrowhead Elementary School’s Drama Club took to the stage this spring to perform a collection of musical favorites during this year’s show “Arrowhead on Broadway: A Musical Review!” The students worked tirelessly under the direction of Melissa Anderson, Paul Mueller and Krista Prestia to perfect their routines and create the sets for the show. The production featured such familiar songs as “Getting to Know You,” “Anything You Can Do,” and “Footloose.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154450 Wed, 31 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154450 Reading to Man’s Best Friend Minnesauke Elementary School kindergarten students in Beth Diviney’s class practiced their literacy skills when golden retriever Colby visited their classroom. During the event, the students took turns reading to him from their guided reading books. The initiative aims to provide students – namely young readers – with a safe opportunity to read to a calm and captive audience. Colby is an 11-year-old golden retriever who visits other elementary schools and hospitals. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154451 Wed, 31 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154451 Designing and Constructing Insulated Devices Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-graders recently worked to become design engineers during their STEM class, as they studied thermal energy transfer and 3-D printing. With the help of their teacher, Sean Dowling, the students created insulated containers based upon their knowledge of heat transfer – conduction, convection and radiation – as well as conductors and insulators. The students designed a container encompassing two inner joining parts and then selected which type of insulation to fit between the two parts. Once the designs were finalized using the computer CAD software, they were brought to life using the school’s 3-D printer. Students then ran a test to see which printed device was able to keep the most of an ice cube’s mass in solid form after putting it under a light source for 20 minutes. Two project designs per class were chosen to complete in a final grade level challenge. The ice cube enclosed in the device that won the overall competition was found to have only lost 0.66 percent of its mass. In addition to the hands-on component to the lesson, the students had the opportunity to meet with a Minnesauke parent – Mr. Cutting – who works in the field. During the in-class presentations, Mr. Cutting spoke about the company he works for – Sartorius – and the insulated devices they create and use daily. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154448 Tue, 30 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154448 Graphic Designers Ward Melville High School students enrolled in the building’s Introduction to Graphic Design classes have gained real world experience this year as they worked to create logo designs for a professional client – The North Shore Montessori School. As part of the assignment, the students not only used their design skills to create artistic logos – they focused on developing problem solving skills, cognitive development of an idea, understanding of color, time management skills and understanding the printing process on promotional items including the client's possible budget. The students learned how to verbally articulate what was on their visual presentation and incorporated public speaking skills taught by their teacher, Cortney Weisman. For 18 years, the schools' graphics program has brought the real world in and focused on careers in the communications industry, specifically graphic design. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154449 Tue, 30 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154449 Mural of Caring In an effort to leave a lasting legacy at the school, this year’s Arrowhead Elementary School sixth-grade class worked with art teacher Rachael Inversa to paint a colorful mural on the wall outside of the building’s cafeteria. The mural depicts two things very near and dear to the school’s student body – the new Arrowhead Panda “C.A.R.E.S.” Bear mascot and the building’s outdoor buddy bench. The mascot is a visual reminder for the students of the character education/PBIS program, which promotes the ideas of compassion, acceptance, respectfulness, encouraging and sharing. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154446 Fri, 26 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154446 Back from Broadway W.S. Mount Elementary School sixth-grader Ava Della Pietra received a star-studded welcome back to school this May – as she ended her multi-month performance in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “School of Rock – The Musical” on Broadway. On her first day back to school, Ava’s classmates and teacher - Anthony Prinzo – created a large welcome back sign and red carpet outside their classroom. The group was eager to hear about her Broadway experience and was happy to have her back with them at Mount. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154447 Fri, 26 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154447 Nassakeag Students Learn About History As part of their social studies lessons, Nassakeag Elementary School sixth-grade students learned about one of the world’s darkest time periods when Holocaust survivor and author Ruth Minsky Sender spoke to them about her remarkable story of courage and survival. Ms. Minsky Sender described how the dreams she had for her future came to a halt following the German invasion of Poland, where she was born. The heart-wrenching stories she shared – from the loss of her family to the day her oldest friend became a Nazi soldier – painted a clear picture of this devastating part of the history that the students had been studying in class. Additionally, she reflected on many of the stories documented in her memoirs, one of which many of the students had read. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154444 Thu, 25 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154444 Student Earns National Writing Award R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grader Kaitlyn Tung has won the highest award in the 2017 NCTE Promising Young Writers Program, a Certificate of Recognition. Only 67 students were selected for this award nationally. For this competition, the students had to write a piece based on the theme “Innovators, Visionaries and Rebels: Celebrating Risk-Takers.” The students were invited to choose a book, poem, story, news article, film, website, or something else they read that was innovative, inspiring, or provocative in its content, form, or subject matter. Then they were asked to write about why they chose this text and why/how it was innovative, inspiring, or provocative in important ways. Kaitlyn chose to read “Animal Farm” because it is a book that “shows its readers what happens to those who cannot think beyond what they are told.” Kaitlyn added, “One of the reasons I decided to choose “Animal Farm” was because it discusses the theme of warped ideals and how rhetoric can be used as an instrument of control,” she said. Additionally, students Jessica Liao and Valerie Corrente each received Certificates of Participation for having been selected by their teachers to represent Murphy in this national writing competition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154445 Thu, 25 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154445 Students Pen Award-Winning Books Four Three Village Central School District students were named top winners in this year’s Emma Clark Library third annual Helen Stein Shack Picture Book contest. In recognition of their outstanding submissions, each student was presented with a monetary scholarship and had a copy of their book bound and added to the library’s Local Focus Collection. The Helen Stein Shack Book Contest called for teens in grades 7 through 12 who live in the Three Village Central School District to create a children’s picture book. Each entry could be the work of a single author/illustrator or a collaborative effort of an author and an illustrator. The contest was divided into two grade categories, grades 7 through 9 and grades 10 through 12, with one first prize winner and one second prize winner selected from each group. This award is given in memory of Helen Stein Shack by her family. The district proudly congratulates the following winners: First Prize (Grades 7 – 9 category): “We Can Still Be Friends!” by Eliana Sasson First Prize (Grades 10 – 12 category): “Claire and Her Bear” by Katie Zhao Second Prize (Grades 7 – 9 category): “Sammy the Sock Monkey” by Nicole Freeley Second Prize (Grades 10 – 12 category): “Color Your World” by Cassidy Oliver http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154442 Wed, 24 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154442 Hatched Science Lessons Minnesauke Elementary School first-grade students learned about the life cycle of animals this spring as they observed baby chicks – from their start in an egg to their eventual hatching 21 days later. The students helped to keep the eggs warm in incubators, charted the embryos’ progress by candling the eggs and learned about the various stages the animals go through in their development. The project tied together the science and English Language Arts skills, as they regularly reflected upon the experience in journal form and kept track of the eggs in a chick embryology folder. Additionally, the classes compared the chicks’ lifecycles to others, including ladybugs that the students studied in kindergarten. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154443 Wed, 24 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154443 Food Drive for Pet Pantry Three Village Central School District’s Academy students recently helped to feed local animals through a highly successful pet food drive spearheaded by Legislator Kara Hahn and Long Island Cares. As part of the initiative, the students collected pet food from employees in the district as well as at Stop and Shop. They provided lists of items needed by the shelters and asked shoppers to purchase one of the needed items when visiting the store. The supplies collected, including a number of bags of food donated by Agway, were delivered to Baxter’s Pet Pantry, a branch of Long Island Cares. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154440 Tue, 23 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154440 Learning About Law Enforcement W.S. Mount Elementary School's fifth-graders learned about the work of the police department when they attended Law Enforcement Day at Suffolk County Police Department headquarters in Yaphank. During the visit, the students had the opportunity to watch police car, motorcycle, and helicopter demonstrations, and visit the 911 center and police museum, as well as see a K9 unit demonstration. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154441 Tue, 23 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154441 Public Notice: June Board of Education Meetings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154452 Tue, 23 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154452 Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau June 6th Event – The More You Know http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154439 Tue, 23 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154439 Writing to Promote Harmony Ward Melville High School students Shannon Berry and Odeya Rosenband were named the first and second place winners, respectively, in the Suffolk County Asian American Advisory Board Wellbrook Foundation and JEI Learning Center of Stony Brook’s 2017 Social Harmony Writing Contest. The main purpose of the contest was for students to come up with ideas on how to promote cultural understanding and social harmony. They were encouraged to participate in the contest by writing an essay that explains what can be done to improve race and ethnic relations. Students used personal experience, observation, current events, history and literature to support their ideas. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154590 Fri, 19 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154590 Literacy Comes Alive Students enrolled in Catherine Duffy’s English classes at R.C. Murphy Junior High School took a step back in time to experience the Renaissance period as part of their study of William Shakespeare’s famous play “Romeo and Juliet.” The students made Renaissance-style masks and created a choreographed dance to Renaissance music in order to re-enact the masked ball where Romeo and Juliet met. Additionally, working in small groups, the students brought the written words to life as they acted out the play’s act two prologue. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154591 Fri, 19 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154591 Poster Contest Winners As a result of their submissions, Arrowhead Elementary School students Nickolette Costigan, Jillian Gallagher, Ava LaRusso, Caly Reischman, Adam Wain and Lexi Wilcken were named winners in this year’s Long Island Speech and Hearing Association poster contest. Participants from several schools across Long Island submitted original works of art to help illustrate the importance of "communication" in celebration of May being named Better Speech and Hearing Month. Each of the winning Arrowhead students will receive a monetary prize and be honored at an awards ceremony and reception on May 22nd in Westbury, New York. In addition to the poster contest submissions, Arrowhead’s speech-language therapeutic program teachers worked to highlight "communication" throughout the school in May. Their efforts included sharing tips for teachers, associated quotations read on the morning announcements and small posters placed in the hallways. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154588 Thu, 18 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154588 Art-Themed Breakout P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-grade students in Lisa Capiello’s art classes recently used their detective, critical thinking and art appreciation skills to complete a fun-filled “breakout” exercise designed specifically in line with their course curriculum. Breakout exercises are immersive game platforms where participants work collaboratively to solve a series of critical thinking puzzles in order to open a locked box that is often secured by multiple locks. During the Gelinas event, students analyzed classic works of art – including pop art and impressionism – to locate and decode clues and open the five locks securing the box. The art exercise, which was set up in the library, was designed by Ms. Capiello with help from Assistant Principal Corinne Keane and library media specialist Nicole Connelly. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154589 Thu, 18 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154589 Information Regarding Regents Exam Opt Outs: Three Village Central School District has been selected for Regents field testing. Regents Examinations are developed with teacher input. The information garnered from the field tests is valuable for students and teachers. We encourage all students to participate. However, if you wish to opt your child out of the field testing, please contact your respective principal. Thank you. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154584 Wed, 17 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154584 From Page to Center Stage Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-graders in Jayne Murphy’s class helped to bring five scenes from the famous book “The Lightning Thief” to life during a recent in-school tableau performance. During the event, the students worked in small groups to embody several of the book’s key characters. Visitors watched each scene in isolation, as the students performed in small, enclosed sections of the classroom. The performances were interactive, as the students remained frozen until a visiting viewer tapped them on the shoulder to bring them to life. The event was held in connection with the students study of the book and of ancient Greece, in particular gods and goddesses. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154586 Wed, 17 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154586 Masters of Math Three teams from R.C. Murphy Junior High School performed exceptionally well at this year’s Suffolk County Math Teachers Association Math League events and each took home first place prizes. The seventh grade team A, eighth grade team C and ninth grade team A took first place for their division. On top of that, seventh grade team A and ninth grade team A took first place for the county. Murphy’s math team is a club that meets once a week from October to February. Students work on mathematics problems and compete monthly in different events. During the competitions, the students are separated by grade level and given a series of five questions, which get progressively harder. The scores are based on correct answers and tallied throughout the season. The team with the highest score at the end of the season wins the division. Those same scores are used to establish which teams have the highest scores for the county. The district proudly congratulates the following team members: Seventh-Grade Team A - Division Winners/County Winners Claire Yang Carolyn Liu Matthew Chen Eighth-Grade Team C - Division Winners Neil Mahta Animesh Ghose Jonah Pichler Akshay Malhotra Ninth-Grade Team A - Division Winners/County Winners Christopher Moore Jonathan Huang Keene Lu http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154587 Wed, 17 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154587 16th Annual WMHS Building Art Show – June 1 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154570 Tue, 16 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154570 Budget Passes - Thank You! Budget: Yes –1,708 No –719 Board Election: (all three re-elected) Dr. Jeffrey Kerman – 1,805 Irene Gische – 1,794 Inger Germano – 1,753 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154585 Tue, 16 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154585 Designed to Win Two Ward Melville High School art students received top honors during this year’s Journalism Education Association's student design write-off competition. Lauren Berlinghof received a Superior rating for her logo design and Cecilia Orduna received an Excellent rating for her graphic layout design. Both students created their work as part of their Advertising Practices and Applications class, during which they were given specific topics to design for. Lauren was tasked with designing a logo for the burger appreciation society, which had to work in color and black and white. Cecilia’s project was to design a spread for a sports team for a yearbook. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154581 Mon, 15 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154581 Winning Writers R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh-graders Matthew Chen and Alana John were named the first and second place winners, respectively, in the 2017 Long Island Language Arts Council Kenneth F. Gambone Writing Contest. Both students will be honored at a celebratory luncheon later this month, where they will receive their awards and have the opportunity to hear from featured presenter, veteran songwriter, poet and teacher Alan Semerdjian. Matthew’s winning piece is titled “When the War Came to Us” and told the story of a small town in Poland that was invaded by the Germans. Alana’s piece was untitled and followed the theme of two sisters who reunited in Japan. Both students completed their award-winning submissions with the help of their English teacher, Bev Gilmore. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154582 Mon, 15 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154582 Educators Awarded for FACS Support As a result of their commitment to the field of family and consumer science, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Principal William Bernhard and teacher Nancy Jenkins received two coveted awards from the New York State Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Educators. Mr. Bernhard was presented with the Ellen Swallow Richards Award for Administrative Support and Ms. Jenkins received an award for Distinguished Service. The selection for these awards is based upon an extensive application process and staff nomination, and recipients are chosen by the Long Island Family and Consumer Science Professionals. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154579 Fri, 12 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154579 Capturing Memories and National Acclaim Ward Melville High School’s award-winning 2015-16 Invictus yearbook staff has received a Pacemaker Award from the National Scholastic Press Association. They are the first Long Island high school yearbook to receive this prestigious award and one of only 31 high schools in the country to be presented with this honor. According to the association, since 1927 the National Pacemaker Awards have been given annually for excellence in American student journalism. The awards are often considered to be the highest national honors in their field and are unofficially known as the "Pulitzer Prizes” of student journalism. Yearbook Pacemakers are judged based upon the following criteria: writing/editing, design, content, concept, photography, art and graphics. Ward Melville’s 2015-16 yearbook was created with the help of advisor Cortney Weisman, who is a nationally certified journalism educator in addition to her art credentials. Working as a club, the students learn how to write journalistically and gain design and photography skills. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154580 Fri, 12 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154580 Charitable Literacy Celebration W.S. Mount Elementary School kindergarten students in Dawn McNally's class hosted a literacy-based fundraiser to benefit the Stony Brook Children's Hospital. In order to encourage the students to use their talents to help others, the class held a charity writing celebration. During the event the students read the "How To" books they wrote themselves and sold over 200 originally crafted bookmarks. As a result of the school community’s generosity, the class raised $426 for the hospital. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154578 Thu, 11 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154578 Lessons in Government P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students had the opportunity to learn about the interworking of the state capitol when Temporary President and Majority Leader of the New York State Senate John J. Flanagan conducted an informative town hall assembly. During the event, the senator spoke about the difference in state and federal government, how he came to serve and the different types of laws that affect today’s youth, including bike helmet laws. Additionally, students were able to ask questions on current and past issues facing the nation, including education, internet safety and health care. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154577 Thu, 11 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154577 Spring Playoff Schedule 2017 League Champion Boys Tennis Individual Championships - 5/12 at Mt. Sinai 3 PM Team Championship - 5/17@ Floyd 12 PM 2017 League Champion Baseball - 5/15 at home 4 PM Undefeated Girls Lacrosse - 5/22 at home 4 PM Boys Lacrosse - 5/19 at home 4PM Girls Track- Divisions 5/23, 5/25 at home 3 PM Boys Track – Divisions 5/22, 24 at Comsewogue 3 PM http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154583 Thu, 11 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154583 Outstanding Educator Honored In recognition of her exemplary and engaging teaching practices, Minnesauke Elementary School teacher Kate Hunter has been honored with the 2016-17 Outstanding Elementary Social Studies Classroom Teacher Award from the New York State Council for the Social Studies. She had been previously honored by The Long Island Council of the Social Studies with a similar award. “Ms. Hunter is able to inspire her students to look at the world through a critical lens and has created a microcosm of society within her classroom,” said Minnesauke Principal Dr. Brian Biscari. “It is because of her tenacity and inspired approach to teaching that her students are destined to have a positive impact on their school community and our world.” This award is presented to current teachers who have demonstrated exceptional teaching ability at the elementary, middle or high school level, knowledgeable in social studies content as well as pedagogy. They must also be able to relate successfully to students at the level for which the nomination is made. “I love being an elementary school teacher and I am in love with the subject of social studies because of all the hope and possibility it creates for our students,” said Ms. Hunter. “We as teachers of social studies have the beautiful privilege and awesome responsibility of helping to guide [students] to their life’s purposes and responsibilities.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154575 Wed, 10 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154575 Sharing Artistic Talents Ward Melville High School senior and exceptionally talented student artist Isabella Brand was selected to create an original art piece for the United States Army recruiting center in Selden. Isabella’s work, which beautifully depicts the outside of Ward Melville High School, was created on a ceiling tile, which will be hung at the center. Isabella, who was accepted to all 11 art colleges she applied to, will attend the University of Michigan to study art this fall. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154576 Wed, 10 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154576 President’s Volunteer Service Award - 2017–18 Information The President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) is the premier volunteer awards program, encouraging students to live a life of service through presidential gratitude and national recognition. The district encourages all students to take a look around, be inspired and take positive action that changes the community and even the world. Presidential recognition sets students apart from their peers. It is a tremendous honor and sets an example that can deliver a powerful message – that anyone, no matter their age, can take action. The President’s Volunteer Service Award recognizes United States citizens who have achieved the required number of hours of service over a 12-month time period. The next service period will run from April 1, 2017 - March 31, 2018. Log submission deadline is April 13, 2018 and ceremony honoring award winners will be held in June 2018 at WMHS. For more information, please read the PVSA Guidelines below and use the PVSA Log & Acknowledgement to start logging hours. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154572 Tue, 09 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154572 Committed to Civics Education During the district’s late April Board of Education meeting, the Three Village Central School District honored and celebrated P.J. Gelinas Junior High School English teacher Douglas Elliot for being awarded excellence in civics education by the Federal Bar Association for his outstanding achievement as an educator of interdisciplinary studies and civics. Mr. Elliot has served as the advisor of the district’s award-winning and well decorated mock trial team and was instrumental in creating an introductory junior high school program mock trial at Gelinas this year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154573 Tue, 09 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154573 Celebrating Waste Free Lunch Nassakeag Elementary School students worked to create a cleaner Earth as they celebrated Waste Free Lunch week. Throughout the celebration, students were encouraged to wear coordinated apparel based on a daily theme and use waste free materials when packing their lunches. To help ensure the success of the initiative, students from Robyn Weinstein’s sixth-grade class who once again spearheaded the program, visited their peers’ classrooms to conduct a skit on waste-free lunches, a math lesson and read a book with an environmental theme. The grade level that generated the least amount of trash during the initiative was the sixth-grade. As a special reward for the students’ efforts, building Principal Gail Casciano, Assistant Principal Nancy Pickford and building employee Mike Milano served them lunch in the cafeteria one afternoon. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154574 Tue, 09 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154574 Keys to Artistic Honors As a result of their exceptional talents, Ward Melville High School art students Isabella Brand and Michal Zadok received top recognition in this year’s Scholastic Arts & Writing Awards contest. Isabella received two Gold Keys, one Silver Key and six Honorable Mentions for her artwork. Michal received a Gold Key for her animation "Bees" (you can view a short clip from her animation below). Both students' work can be seen on June 1st in the High School library at the 16th annual Art and Technology Building Exhibit. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154571 Fri, 05 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154571 Reflecting Upon Civil Rights Ward Melville High School junior Odeya Rosenband was named the second runner-up in Stony Brook University’s Department of Africana Studies 2017 inaugural essay competition: What Do Civil Rights Mean to Me in the 21st Century? For her entry, Odeya shared a time in her personal life when she felt her rights were infringed. Odeya was recognized at a ceremony at Stony Brook University where she read her essay and received her awards. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154564 Wed, 03 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154564 Measuring Capacity As part of the Minnesauke Measures series, an initiative created by math center teacher Paul Wilgenkamp, Minnesauke Elementary School students are having fun learning about capacity in a hands-on way. Using a capacity cart, which has containers for metric and customary capacity, students are estimating the amount of liquid in a larger container while at the same time beginning to recognize and identify the various capacities. Weekly, students are invited to write down their guess on a slip of paper and enter a contest to win bookmarks. One week alone, almost 600 students participated. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154565 Wed, 03 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154565 Award-Winning Essayists Ward Melville High School juniors Sophia LoBiondo, Cameron Liquori and Cathy Ma earned top honors in this year’s Suffolk County District Administrative Judge's Women in the Courts Committee essay contest. For the competition, students across the county were asked to address the statement "I can't wait to vote because...". Based on their submissions, Sophia earned the first place award and Cameron and Cathy each earned third place awards. In addition to the honorable recognition, they received monetary awards and an opportunity to shadow a Suffolk County judge at the East Islip Courthouse. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154563 Tue, 02 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154563 Superintendent of Schools message regarding use of Snow Days From Cheryl Pedisich Superintendent of Schools: As we are on our way to warmer weather and the days of winter behind us, I wanted to take this opportunity to remind our families that as a result of using three designated snow days, school will be in session on Friday, May 26 and Tuesday, May 30. School will not be in session on Memorial Day, Monday, May 29. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154568 Tue, 02 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154568 Engineering a Win As a result of his structurally sound engineering skills, Ward Melville High School junior Andrew Zhang was named the winner of this year’s Brookhaven National Laboratory Bridge Building Contest and has qualified to have his design compete at the 2017 International Bridge Contest in Dallas, Texas. As part of the school’s InSTAR program, members of the junior class participated in this event by engineering and designing a structure within the stipulations set by BNL. They were required to draw bridge plans to scale and construct models for maximum efficiency, which were then tested using a hydraulic pressure plate. The amount of force per mass that each bridge can withstand is measured and students were able to tweak their final designs based on the data received. During the BNL contest, Andrew’s bridge competed against the top entries from across Nassau and Suffolk counties, and was found to be able to withstand 1,049 times its own mass. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154562 Mon, 01 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154562 Annual Great Brookhaven Clean Up Please see a message below from the Town of Brookhaven regarding an upcoming event: This year, individual volunteers and groups can once again join the10th Annual Great Brookhaven Cleanup, part of the Great American Cleanup™, the nation's largest organized cleanup, beautification and community improvement program. Last year nearly 3,300 Brookhaven residents joined 5 million volunteers in more than 20,000 communities across America to pick up over 40 million pounds of litter, over 200 million pounds of recycling, beautify 81,000 miles of roadway, and clean up rivers, lakes and seashores in their communities. This year's Great Brookhaven Cleanup is scheduled for May 20, 2017. We hope that you will participate in this amazing event and become part of Keep Brookhaven Beautiful's good people doing great things in 2017. There are several ways in which your group can participate: * Litter cleanups on streets, parks, playgrounds * School cleanups * River, lake and seashore cleanups * Commercial Site / Shopping Center cleanups * Nature trail, woodland trail and field cleanups * Beautification/community improvement projects Please register online at brookhavenny.gov or call the Town of Brookhaven Department of Waste Management at 451-TOWN to explore your best option for participating in this worthy community event. Don't miss this great opportunity to be part of the 10th Annual Great Brookhaven Cleanup and help fight litter. Thank you for all that you do. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154688 Mon, 01 May 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154688 Winning Results for New Team Students from the P.J. Gelinas Junior High School “Justice - You and the Law” club recently participated in the 34th annual Western Suffolk BOCES mock trial tournament. The team, comprised of seventh and eighth-graders, made a splash in their first competition, winning both of their trials against experienced programs. This year’s problem centered on a civil negligence suit regarding proper concussion protocol in sports. To help prepare for their first competition season, the students were mentored by the district’s highly successful high school mock trial team during recent practices. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154561 Fri, 28 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154561 Public Notice: May Board of Education Meetings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154567 Fri, 28 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154567 Top of Their Class Ward Melville High School is proud to announce that Kirti Nath and Isabelle Scott have been named the Class of 2017 valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively. Both students are well-decorated scholars, having earned countless awards and recognitions throughout their educational careers. Kirti will attend the University of Pennsylvania in the fall and enroll in the life science and management program. Isabelle will attend Brown University and will major in journalism. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154560 Thu, 27 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154560 Sports Spectacular Nassakeag Elementary School staff members hosted a fun and spirited sports spectacular event for a good cause in April. During the event, many members of the staff sported the school’s colors and engaged in friendly sporting events to raise funds for Contractors For Kids. This year’s event raised over $2,500 for the cause. According to their website, Contractors For Kids is a not-for-profit organization that works to assist children and their families overcome obstacles that have impacted their lives through the sickness, injury or death of a child. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154377 Thu, 27 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154377 Message Regarding Netflix Show "13 Reasons Why" http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154566 Thu, 27 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154566 Celebrating Founder’s Day Making a living connection to lessons they are learning about in the classroom, fourth-grade students from across the Three Village Central School District came together in late April to reflect upon the community’s early start and celebrate Founder’s Day. During a two-day event held at Setauket Elementary School, the students were able to learn about how the area began as a working community more than 360 years ago. Led by members of the Three Village Historical Society and the Town of Brookhaven, they studied the beautiful Vance Locke murals that grace the walls of the school’s auditorium, which visually documents the community’s growth. Additionally, they learned about the importance of the wooden sculptures – the New York State Coat of Arms and images of Benjamin Tallmadge and Richard Woodhull – which are affixed to the exterior of the building. Throughout the remainder of the program, the students were led on a walking tour of the community. With the assistance of their teachers and community volunteers, they visited seven local sites rich in historical importance, including the Frank Melville Park and Sanctuary, Patriot’s Rock, the Caroline Episcopal Church and Cemetery, and the Amos Smith House. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154376 Wed, 26 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154376 Performance at Mets Game The Three Village Central School District sixth-grade All-District Chorus performed the National Anthem and Take Me Out To the Ballgame during a recent home Mets game. The links below are the videos from the performance. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154375 Wed, 26 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154375 Better Hearing and Speech Month Arrowhead Elementary School students worked with the building’s speech department to help mark May as Better Hearing and Speech Month as they created colorful posters for the Long Island Speech-Language-Hearing Association contest. Each student created an original poster emphasizing communication, hearing, sounds and parts of the face integral to speech and hearing. The boards helped to create awareness of the cause and promote discussion on the topic. The LISHA will judge the students’ posters in May by grade-level categories and the top submissions will receive monetary awards. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154372 Mon, 24 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154372 2017 Budget Newsletter Now Available http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154374 Mon, 24 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154374 Conversations on Second Chances R.C. Murphy Junior High School students learned about the effects that choices have on one’s life and the importance of working to overcome obstacles during a Town Hall assembly with inspirational speakers Jerry Figgiani and Robert Aliano. During the assembly, both men shared messages of determination, overcoming adversity and perseverance as they told Robert’s story – which included how he sustained a traumatic injury that almost ended his life and the path he took to change his future. That path included working with Jerry who inspired him to learn how to walk again with the help of karate. After the event, the students participated in a Google Classroom activity where they were provided with the opportunity to reflect on their experience and share how they overcame obstacles in their own lives and who they go to for support. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154371 Fri, 21 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154371 Advancing to Tournament of Champions Two junior high school math teams from the district earned first and second-place during this year’s Suffolk County MoMathlon held at Brookhaven National Laboratory and have qualified to compete in the tournament of champions at the MoMath museum in New York City. The Museum of Mathematics, together with supporters Con Edison and Brookhaven National Laboratory, provide New York students the opportunity to participate in several middle school math tournaments throughout the state, culminating in a thrilling tournament of champions. R.C. Murphy Junior High School and Paul J. Gelinas Junior High School each had a team compete against more than 25 schools in Suffolk County with the top two schools advancing to the Tournament of Champions. Gelinas team members Ivan Ge, Alexander Lin, Robin Xiong, Nancy Zhong, Julia Zhu, took the first-place prize and Murphy team members Claire Yang, Matthew Chen, Animesh Ghose, Neil Mehta, and Jessica Liao, took the second-place prize. Claire Yang also was the seventh grade individual winner of the tournament with Alexander Lin, Robin Xiong and Ivan Ge taking second, third and fourth. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154369 Thu, 20 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154369 Summer Enrichment Program Registration http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154373 Thu, 20 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154373 Bump, Set, Spike P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students showcased their athletic skills during a friendly volleyball tournament this spring. In addition to the student participants, several teachers also joined in the fun by participating in the ninth-grade bracket. Special thanks to Chris Grippa, Tom Youngs, Brendan McNamara and Jennifer Monahan who coordinated the event with the support of Assistant Director of Physical Education and Health Erin Blaney. Mediocre at Best (team in blue) was the winning team but faced stiff competition from other teams, including Yeoooo, Spikeological Warfare and Nothing but Net. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154367 Wed, 19 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154367 Design Tips and Tricks As they prepared to publish the 2017 edition of Literary Travelers, R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s literary magazine club members had an opportunity to meet with published artist Michael Grever and learn about new design techniques and layout trends. Mr. Grever, who is the brother of club advisor Julie Grever, is a graphic designer for a textbook company and has been published in magazines and newspapers both in the United States and abroad. During the workshop, he spoke with the students about what makes a visually appealing layout, showed them how he designs the textbooks, and provided some pointers on the work they are doing with this year’s literary magazine. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154368 Wed, 19 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154368 Driving Safely Approximately 300 Ward Melville High School students learned about the dangers of distracted driving during a simulated Safety Town program provided by the Town of Brookhaven. During the event, presenter Al Ferrari spoke with the students about the dangers of impaired and distracted driving and invited the attendees to take part in several hands-on engagement stations. Participating in the simulation activities, the students were able to understand the importance of not being distracted while driving. They learned where to put their phone in the car while driving to avoid being tempted to look at it and used impairment goggles while driving go-carts, operated a diving video game and navigated miniature cars on sticks through a map to simulate the dangers of driving while under the influence of substances. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154365 Tue, 18 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154365 Rising Math Scholars P.J. Gelinas Junior High School ninth-grader Grant Yu and Nassakeag Elementary School sixth-grader Ethan Yu earned top marks at this year’s Mathematical Association of America’s American Mathematics Competition 10 and, as a result, had the chance to compete in the next level of the competition. Grant and Ethan competed in the American Invitational Mathematics Exam, a challenging 15 question, 3-hour exam. As a result of his outstanding performance on this exam, Grant has been invited to take part in the United States of America Junior Mathematical Olympiad competition. The top 500 students nationwide were then invited to take the USAJMO, which will be held on April 19 and 20. The USAJMO is an even more rigorous six-question proof examination, spread out over nine hours between two days. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154366 Tue, 18 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154366 Showcasing Knowledge of the Ocean R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s ninth-grade Bay Scallop Bowl Team showcased their expansive knowledge during this year’s regional competition sponsored by the National Ocean Science Bowl and held at Stony Brook University. During the event, the students competed against 16 teams from across Long Island during several challenging rounds, including a round robin format and jeopardy style buzzer format. Questions throughout the contest covered all aspects of the subject of oceanography, such as the type of technology used to study the oceans, as well as the biological, chemical and geological aspects of oceanography. The questions also covered national organizations and political treaties relating to global and national ocean issues. The overall goal of the event was to encourage students to pursue an interest in oceanography and focus on careers that will affect the oceans. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154363 Mon, 17 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154363 The Keys to Success Ward Melville High School’s Key Club took home several high honors during the New York State Key Club 69th Annual Leadership Training Conference, including two students who were selected to serve in leadership positions for the coming year. Competing against the top Key Clubs from across the state, Ward Melville earned first place for digital poster and third place for public relations, as well as the following individual awards: Distinguished President - Amy Huang Outstanding Vice President - Megan Specht Outstanding Bulletin Editor - Niki Nassiri Distinguished Key Clubbers - Niki Nassiri, Erin Pitcher, Michael Selvaggio, Anna Skolnick, Megan Specht and Jocelyn Su In addition, Morgan Persky was elected to serve as the new lieutenant governor for the chapter’s district and Natalie D'Onofrio was named the next New York State Key Club district secretary. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154364 Mon, 17 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154364 ZUMBA for Autism Event - Wednesday, April 19, 2017 Who: Students, Parents, Teachers, Community Members What: 90 minutes of Zumba, raffle prizes, music, refreshments Where: Ward Melville High School Gymnasium When: Wednesday, April 19th ~ 6 PM Why: April is Autism Awareness Month. Proceeds to benefit Nassau Suffolk Autism Society of America (www.nsasa.org) $20 at the door STUDENTS $10 ~ 1 free raffle ticket with entry fee Registration Form **For more information, please contact AMY CUSUMANO acusuman@3villagecsd.org http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154358 Tue, 11 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154358 WMHS Student Wins Award from Historical Society http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154370 Mon, 10 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154370 Exploring Health Careers As part of the Health Occupations Students of America club, Ward Melville High School students learned about healthcare professions as part of a multi-week workshop series this spring. During a recent workshop, the students met with two professionals from the Long Island State Veterans Home at Stony Brook. During the interactive lecture, they learned about the opportunities available in the social services profession as well as the career path for a registered dietitian nutritionist. The speakers shared some insight into their chosen careers, academic background, professional path, current position, typical professional routine, challenges, and advice for students to successfully follow in a chosen profession. HOSA is a career and technology student organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education that provides a unique program of leadership development, motivation and recognition exclusively for secondary and post-secondary collegiate students enrolled in Health Science Technology Education Programs. HOSA provides members with leadership and scholarship information as well as opportunities to meet outstanding professionals in health careers and education. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154361 Fri, 07 Apr 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154361 Minnesauke Takes Center Ring Minnesauke Elementary School students learned how to perform a number of circus tricks during a multi-session workshop with representatives from The National Circus Project. In addition to the in-school workshops, sixth-grade students learned how to create their own circus from the ground up and showcased their cumulative skills during a vibrant show for family and friends. This engaging opportunity was provided by the generosity of the PTA. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154362 Fri, 07 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154362 Bear Brunch As a conclusion to their multi-week study of bears, kindergarten students in Dawn McNally’s class at W.S. Mount Elementary School celebrated the start of the spring season with a bear-themed brunch. During the unit, the students learned about four types of bears – polar, black, panda and brown – as well as their habitats and their adaptations. Students were interested to learn about the bears’ different types of fur and the extra layer of blubber that protects them from the cold. During the brunch, the students dressed as their favorite type of bear and feasted on items included in the traditional bear diet, including pretzel “twigs,” gold “fish,” berries, honey and apples. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154360 Fri, 07 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154360 Brookhaven Town Hope Walk for Addiction – April 22 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154359 Fri, 07 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154359 Mind Bending http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154356 Thu, 06 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154356 3rd Quarter Report Cards Now Viewable in the Portal - Grades 7-12 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154357 Thu, 06 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154357 Living History As part of their social studies curriculum, fifth-grade students at W.S. Mount Elementary School stepped back in time when they participated in an immigration simulation. Leading up to the program, the students researched a family member who had immigrated to the United States. During the simulation, the students dressed and acted as that individual. Once inside the cafeteria, or “Ellis Island,” they began the process of becoming an immigrant. Parent and staff volunteers were on hand in the school’s mini-gym monitoring the different immigration stations, which checked the immigrants’ background, vocation, character and health, and ultimately cleared them for citizenship. Once accepted as citizens, the students were asked to review a copy of the federal constitution, were given a commemorative U.S. citizen identification card stamped with their fingerprints, and were asked to recite the Loyalty Oath. At the conclusion of the program, the fifth-graders gathered in the auditorium to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and the Loyalty Oath in unison. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154353 Tue, 04 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154353 Important ticket pickup information for Three Village Day at Citi Field! Anyone who purchased tickets MUST PICK UP THEIR ORDER at the North Country Administrative Building (100 Suffolk Ave.) main entrance on either Wednesday, April 12, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm or Tuesday, April 18, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. All students in attendance, regardless of transportation, must have a permission slip signed. You may hand them in at ticket pickup. Click for Permission Slip http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154343 Tue, 04 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154343 Pre-K Registration Extended – Spaces Still Available As spaces are still available in the district’s new 2017-2018 prekindergarten program, the registration period has been extended. Any residents who are interested in enrolling their child in the program are urged to contact Three Village Pre-K Liaison Nancy Pickford at 631-730-4400 or via email at npickfor@3villagecsd.orgimmediately. A lottery will not be conducted and additional applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until the program reaches enrollment capacity. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154354 Mon, 03 Apr 2017 19:00:00 GMT false154354 Using History to Create News R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh-grade students in Michelle Hanczor's honors English class recently completed a technology infused project that called for them to become broadcast news reporters using a program called News Maker. After reading a historical book, the students worked with library media specialist Betsy Knox to create and perform a news script based on the information they learned. In addition to this, they investigated the time period of their novel in order to produce a formal research paper. By using News Maker, the students were able to actively participate in 21st Century literacies and enjoyed using their creative talents and personalities while discussing and sharing their independent quarterly reading. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154352 Mon, 03 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154352 April 4 , 2017 -The Ugly Truth - Heroin & Prescription Drug Awareness Tuesday, April 4, 2017 - 6:00 - 8:00 pm - Wang Center, Lecture Hall 2 at Stony Brook University Please click here to view the details of the session. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154355 Mon, 03 Apr 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154355 Measuring Up at Minnesauke Minnesauke Elementary School students are putting their math skills to good use this spring as they take part in an interactive measuring project created by math center teacher Paul Wilgenkamp. Giant wooden rulers have been placed throughout the building and students are using them to learn their heights in meters, centimeters, inches, feet and yards. To kick-start the project, Mr. Wilgenkamp visited each class to speak about the importance of being able to use the customary system and the metric system to measure length. Each Friday, the students who measure a certain height and can answer a fact win a prize. “Since most of the rest of the world uses the metric system, I want students at Minnesauke to be “bilingual” math measurers,” said Mr. Wilgenkamp. “This project will give them the opportunity to interact with and view the rulers in the hallways daily for developing meaningful mathematics connections.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154351 Fri, 31 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154351 Fencer Joins National Team Ward Melville High School fencer Danny Solomon recently won the Junior Olympic National Championship in Kansas City, whereby solidifying his place on the USA National Team. He will be one of three saberists representing the United States in Plovdiv, Bulgaria for the Cadet World Championships. Danny is pictured here with fencing coach Jeffrey Salmon. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154350 Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154350 Oliver Twist R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s musical theater company took to the stage to perform the Broadway hit musical “Oliver!” before packed audiences this March. The musical followed the life of Oliver Twist, an orphan in England who runs away from an orphanage headed by the cruel Mr. Bumble and the life of crime he learns about when meeting a new friend named the Artful Dodger. Oliver’s life appears to turn around when a kind and wealthy gentleman rescues him after Oliver is falsely accused of a theft he didn’t commit. Throughout the show the talented cast of student-actors and vocalists dazzled audiences with their flawless performance of classic and beloved songs such as “Food, Glorious Food,” and “Where is Love.” In addition to the regularly scheduled evening performances, the students offered a free showing of the musical to area senior citizens and district sixth-graders before opening night. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154348 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154348 Anything Goes P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s talented student-actors took audiences aboard the S.S. American on a comical sail between New York and England as they took to the stage to perform this year’s hit Broadway musical “Anything Goes.” The show told the tale of the antics that transpired aboard an ocean liner in the mid-1930s, including the travels of a stowaway and a nightclub singer. The show included such well-known songs as “You’re the Top” and “I Get a Kick Out of You,” which kept audiences dancing and singing along in their seats. In addition to the regularly scheduled shows, the students also performed a free preview for the district’s sixth-grade students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154349 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154349 Drug & Alcohol Awareness Program Sponsored by The Bates House – April 23 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154347 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154347 DECA Heads to Nationals Ward Melville High School’s DECA members recently competed at the New York State competition in Rochester, New York and earned top prizes in what was their first year of competition. As a result of their depth and breadth of knowledge, they took home several awards and eight of them have qualified for the national competition in Anaheim, California in April. According to their website, DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. The Three Village Central School District proudly congratulates the following students who have qualified to compete nationally: Kelsey Ge – First Place in Principles of Marketing Priya Mukhi – First Place in Principles of Business Management & Administration Varsha Talanki – First Place in Principles of Hospitality & Tourism Austin Day and Tyler Flynn – Second Place in Sports & Entertainment Marketing, Team Decision Making Josh Farahzad and William Jin – Second Place in Buying & Merchandising, Team Decision Making Jay Sangwan – Fourth Place in Principles of Finance http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154346 Tue, 28 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154346 Science Bowl Teams R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s two Science Bowl Teams took part in the regional competition at Brookhaven National Laboratory and showcased their science knowledge during the challenging contest. Throughout the event, the teams earned high praise for their sportsmanship and talent. The first team won four out of six matches before succumbing to a challenging team from William Floyd. The second team won one match but suffered tough losses during the other matches. The annual competition provides students with the opportunity to challenge themselves and to learn to work as a team. Each team member has to dedicate him or herself to learning as much as possible about one specific area i.e. biology, Earth science, chemistry, physics, general science or math. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154345 Mon, 27 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154345 Undefeated Mock Trial Team Three Village’s Mock Trial Team has completed its third consecutive undefeated regular season and is heading into the playoffs as the top seed in Suffolk County. Additionally, the team has had a remarkable run of 20 straight wins over three years in Suffolk County competition. The team is comprised of students from both Ward Melville High School and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School. In addition to the team’s accomplishments, senior Isabelle Scott has been named the first-place winner in the United States Federal Bar Association Civics Essay Contest. As part of this honor, Isabelle was awarded a $2,000 scholarship and has been invited to Washington on a three-day, expenses-paid trip to attend several conferences, the Thurgood Marshall Moot Court Finals, a private tour of the Supreme Court and meet with Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154340 Fri, 24 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154340 Blue Lights Signal Lockdown in Three Village As part of the district’s ongoing commitment to enhancing school security, the Three Village Central School District recently implemented a new type of technology to help alert the community when a lockdown is underway at one of the schools. In partnership with Intralogic Solutions, blue strobe lights have been installed on the exterior of every school building. Should a lockdown be initiated in that school, these lights will flash on all sides of the building, serving as a signal that the facility is in lockdown and entry is prohibited. For security reasons, the district defines a lockdown as a time when a threat to the safety and security of students and staff exists within the school building. This differs from a lockout, when the threat exists externally but in the vicinity of the school building (e.g., a criminal on the run from law enforcement in the area). The district advises the community and visitors to the schools that if they see the strobes activated, they should return to their vehicle at once and leave the scene, as a critical incident may be unfolding. Although the majority of the details of the system are kept confidential, the district assures residents that once the system and its technology are activated, members of law enforcement will be notified immediately to respond. Additionally, as per the district’s emergency management plan, parents will be notified immediately upon activation of an actual lockdown and provided with instructions. Residents with any questions regarding this matter can contact the district’s security coordinator at 631-730-5089. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154344 Thu, 23 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154344 Setauket Runners Setauket Elementary School’s Mighty Milers running club members are working to stay active and healthy by running more than 500 miles so far this winter. The club, an initiative organized by the New York Road Runners association, is currently open to students in grades K-2 and will expand this spring to include the upper grades. Students are able to earn rewards from the NYRR based on the number of miles they run. Upperclassmen from Setauket are currently volunteering during the club’s meetings to help keep track of the progress each runner makes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154339 Thu, 23 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154339 Math Lessons Benefit Local Soup Kitchen For a lesson rooted in mathematics and character education, Nassakeag Elementary School third-grade students in Maureen MacDowell’s class teamed up with fourth-graders in Kathryn Comiskey’s class to make dozens of loaves of Irish soda bread for the St. James Soup Kitchen, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. Working in teams, the students measured, poured and mixed batter using traditional measuring tools. They were then challenged with making equivalent measurements when one of the tools the recipe called for was removed. They worked together to problem solve and deploy their classroom lessons to complete the recipe. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154338 Wed, 22 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154338 Drug & Alcohol Awareness Program – March 26 Hosted by The Bates House http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154342 Wed, 22 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154342 Creating a Mini Golf Course P.J. Gelinas Junior High School technology and woodworking club, under the leadership of teacher Kraig Herrel, recently deployed their technological skills and created a mini golf course for a children’s program at the Emma S. Clark Library. In addition to building the course, the students were among those who volunteered to assist the attendees during the library event. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154337 Tue, 21 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154337 Annual Spring into Art & Technology Show – April 22 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154341 Tue, 21 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154341 Celebrating Music In Our Schools Month http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154336 Mon, 20 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154336 STEM Winter Newsletter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154335 Mon, 20 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154335 Suffolk County Narcan Training Classes – March Dates County Executive Steve Bellone and Dr. James Tomarken, Commissioner of Health, encourage residents to take advantage of free Opioid Overdose Prevention Program - Narcan Training Classes. The training, which meets New York State Department of Health requirements, will enable participants to recognize an opioid overdose, administer intranasal Narcan and take additional steps until EMS arrives. Participants will receive a certificate of completion and an emergency resuscitation kit that includes nasal Narcan. “Our goal is to distribute overdose kits to as many individuals as possible so that they can assist our EMS system in saving lives and strengthening the community’s chain of survival,” said Dr. Tomarken. The classes will take place as follows: Port Jefferson Station Monday, March 27, 2017, 7 p.m. in the High School Auditorium Comsewogue High School 565 Bicycle Path, Port Jefferson Station For more information please contact: 631-852-6109. Includes “The Ugly Truth” Heroin and Prescription Drug Education program ***Some information is graphic in nature. Parental Discretion Advised Middle Island Wednesday, March 29, 2017, 7:00 p.m. Longwood Middle School 41 Yaphank Middle Island Road, Middle Island, NY For more information please contact: 631-852-6109. Includes “The Ugly Truth” Heroin and Prescription Drug Education program ***Some information is graphic in nature. Parental Discretion Advised Learn more about the program; watch “Saving One Life at a Time with Narcan at Suffolk’s Opioid Overdose Prevention Program" http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154334 Fri, 17 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154334 Sharing Messages of Hope R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh-grade students had the opportunity to learn about the inspiring Ride for Life movement and the disease at the center of the movement when ALS patient, Dr. Christopher Pendergast and former educator Glenn Baldwin conducted an inspiring assembly program. During the assembly, the students got an overview of the illness and challenges that patients face. Additionally, Mr. Baldwin and Dr. Pendergast helped the students to apply the lessons learned from patients living with ALS to their own personal challenges. Students were encouraged to keep working at achieving their goals even when encountering difficulties. The students also learned that this year marks the 20th anniversary of the Ride and, as such, participants will take their message across the eastern seaboard as they travel from Yankee Stadium to Washington D.C., arriving there on National Advocacy Day, May 14. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154331 Thu, 16 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154331 Elementary Report Cards Now Available on the Portal Please log into the Infinite Campus portal to view your child's 2nd trimester report card. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154333 Thu, 16 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154333 Teacher Presents at National Art Conference P.J. Gelinas Junior High School art teacher Mike Sacco was one of several educators chosen to present at this year’s National Art Educator Association Conference, held in New York City in March. Out of the 2,200 art teachers who applied to present, Mr. Sacco was selected to not only share one but two of his exemplar lessons before some of the more than 7,000 art educators in attendance. His session introduced two Photoshop design projects featured in School Arts Magazine: “The Selfie Project” and “Altered To Kill a Mockingbird.” These projects showcase student creativity, contain clear learning objectives and yield impressive results. Lesson introduction, procedure, and assessment were all also covered. The NAEA National Convention is an annual event providing substantive professional development services that include the advancement of knowledge in all sessions, events, and activities for the purpose of improving visual arts instruction in American schools. As such, it is the world’s largest art education convention. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154332 Wed, 15 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154332 Honor Student-Scientists During the early March meeting, the district’s Board of Education honored seven Ward Melville High School student-science research students, each of whom recently earned high praise for projects they completed through the school’s InSTAR program. Those celebrated included: Brandon Feng (2016 Siemens Competition Semifinalist; 2017 Regeneron Science Talent Search Semifinalist; 2017 Long Island Science & Engineering Fair Finalist) – Brandon’s project involved maximizing the collection efficiency of solar panels by using a simulator that varied wind fields in order to measure irradiance. Albert Liu (2016 Siemens Competition Semifinalist; 2017 Regeneron Science Talent Search Semifinalist; 2017 Long Island Science & Engineering Fair Finalist) – Albert’s research focused on devising ways to detect irregular activity in networks using scan statistics. Kirti Nath (2016 Siemens Competition Semifinalist; 2017 Regeneron Science Talent Search Semifinalist; 2017 Long Island Science & Engineering Fair Finalist) – Kirti’s research focused on analyzing the effects of discarded human medications that enter the water system and aquatic environment as sewage pollutants on the development of fish. Sachin Patnaik (2017 Long Island Science & Engineering Fair Finalist) – Sachin helped design a novel co-culture system for coaxing blood cell precursors called hemangioblasts into progenitor cells that could then further differentiate into many cell types like stem cells. Kavya Tangella (2016 Siemens Competition Semifinalist; 2017 Regeneron Science Talent Search Semifinalist) – Kavya’s research focused on the relationship between human hearing and seeing. Nestor Tkachenko (2016 Siemens Competition Finalist; 2017 Regeneron Science Talent Search Semifinalist; 2017 Long Island Science & Engineering Fair Finalist) – Nestor’s research focused on making cars that fly using eddy current magnetic levitation. Emily Xu (2017 Long Island Science & Engineering Fair Finalist) – Emily worked on cloning, isolating and purifying the human OST subunit of the protein Ribophorin 1 and completed crystallization and x-ray diffraction analysis of its structure. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153638 Wed, 15 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153638 Science Teams Advance to States P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Junior High Schools’ Science Olympiad teams once again performed at the highest level during the Eastern Long Island Regional Tournament and have both earned a bid to compete at the state tournament, which will be held in early April in the Syracuse area. Out of the 33 teams represented during the regional competition, Gelinas’ three teams placed first, third and fourth and Murphy’s three teams placed second, fifth and tenth. Throughout the contest, the teams competed in 20 events, spanned the gamut of STEM topics, including engineering, scientific inquiry, as well as all of the science disciplines – biology, earth science, chemistry and physics. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153639 Wed, 15 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false153639 Questions About Common Core Assessments? Please visit our updated FAQ section for the latest information about the Common Core Assessments. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153637 Tue, 14 Mar 2017 15:30:00 GMT false153637 Athletes Selected for Empire Challenge For Ward Melville High School seniors John Corpac, Eddie Munoz and Dominick Pryor, the football season just got a little longer as all three students have been selected to play in the 22nd Annual Empire Challenge. The event, which will feature the top Long Island and New York City athletes, will take place at the James M. Shuart Stadium at Hofstra University at 7 p.m. on Wed. June 21. All three students were an integral part of the Ward Melville football team this past fall playing in the position of wide receiver and were nominated for this honor by coach Christopher Boltrek. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154692 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154692 All Schools Will Be Closed on Tuesday, March 14, 2017 All Schools Will Be Closed on Tuesday, March 14, 2017. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154659 Mon, 13 Mar 2017 04:00:00 GMT false154659 Seniors Advance in Scholarship Program Thirteen Ward Melville High School seniors have been named finalists in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented seniors were honored as semifinalists earlier this year based on the results of their preliminary SATs, a test that serves as an initial screening of approximately 1.5 million entrants each year, and by meeting published program entry and participation requirements. They now have the opportunity to continue for some 7,500 National Merit Scholarships worth about $33 million. Congratulations to the following students: Sophia Abanov Albert Liu Kirti Nath Henry Nelson Sachin Patnaik Nikita Podobedov Isabelle Scott Annabel Shewan Michelle Sun Kavya Lakshmi Tangella Ray Wei Edward Yan Adora Zhang http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154691 Fri, 10 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154691 Principal Honored By State P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Principal William Bernhard has earned one of the most prestigious honors in higher education from the New York State SUNY Chancellor and President of Stony Brook University – the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Adjunct Teaching for the academic year 2016-17. This award recognizes those Stony Brook University faculty members – at which Mr. Bernhard has taught for numerous years – who have consistently demonstrated a mastery of teaching, a dedication to students, the adherence to the highest academic standards, and continued professional achievements. “To have been nominated for the SUNY Chancellor's Excellence in Teaching award by both the Mathematics Department and Applied Mathematics and Statistics Department at Stony Brook University is truly an honor,” said Mr. Bernhard. “To have actually received this recognition is a highlight of my career. Teaching and learning is my passion and I hope to continue to convey that to all of the students and staff that I work with in the Three Village Community." http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154690 Thu, 09 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154690 Ward Melville Senior Named News 12 Scholar-Athlete In recognition of her dedication to her academics and athletic interests, Ward Melville High School senior Ellen Li has been named a News 12 Scholar-Athlete Award winner. The program, sponsored by the Bethpage Federal Credit Union, recognizes student-athletes who go above and beyond in their high school and community. Ellen is a four-year member of the high school’s volleyball program, has been named to the All-County team, was recognized as the League I defensive player of the year and received the Exceptional Senior Award. At Ward Melville she also serves as the secretary of the math team. For this honor, Ellen received a $1,000 scholarship. She will attend Brown University in the fall. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154689 Wed, 08 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154689 Researching Greek Mythology As part of their social studies classes, Setauket Elementary School sixth-graders have been learning about ancient Greece and the impact the society had on the world today. To help the students further understand the different gods and goddesses celebrated in the country, they made poster displays on an individual of their choice. On each of the boards, which were hung in the school for all to enjoy, they included information on their chosen individual’s power symbols, character traits, relationships with other gods, family tree, what they represented and their Roman counterpart. Additionally, they read and summarized a myth about their chosen figure. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154682 Wed, 08 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154682 Exploring Colonial Times As part of their studies on the colonial period, Nassakeag Elementary School fourth-graders in Robbin Teitelbaum’s class stepped back in time to learn firsthand about the nation’s beginnings. Many dressed in authentic clothing from the period as they took part in an afternoon of hands-on activities. They learned how to make candlestick holders, played colonial children’s games and even sampled some traditional food. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154680 Tue, 07 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154680 Powerful Persuasive Projects Ninth-grade honors students in Cathy Duffy’s English classes at R.C. Murphy Junior High School learned about argument, persuasion and the use of rhetoric during a recent interactive lesson. Before reading Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s inaugural address, where the students would look for rhetoric and examine its effect on the listener/reader, they learned about the subject hands-on. Working in small teams, the students conceptualized a new product to solve a common life problem and then made short video commercials using the rhetorical concepts of ethos, pathos and logos to convince the viewer to purchase said product. “The students loved working with the subject matter in this way,” said Ms. Duffy. “They were able to better understand the concepts and will hopefully be better able to spot these types of rhetorical devices in the future as a result.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154681 Tue, 07 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154681 Skating to the Top Nassakeag Elementary School third-grader Michaela Cassara recently competed at the Empire State Winter Games in Lake Placid, New York and won the Gold Medal for figure skating in her age group for the second consecutive year. With this accomplishment, Michaela has earned a spot to compete in the State Games of America in Grand Rapids, Michigan this summer. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154678 Mon, 06 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154678 Ready for Broadway With the help of trained Broadway professionals, 150 members of the chorus, band and orchestra at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School had the opportunity to learn the behind-the-scenes tricks of a staged Broadway fight scene. During the Broadway Stage Combat Workshop, the students learned from Broadway fight choreographers how stage combat works during a live performance. Then, they were fully engaged in a question and answer session with two ensemble members of the musical “School of Rock.” One of the aspects discussed was the importance of preparing for an audition. Following the workshop, the students attended a performance of “School of Rock” and, afterward, met with Three Village alumnus David Ruttura, who is currently working as the associate director of the musical. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154679 Mon, 06 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154679 All District Musicians Many talented sixth-grade musicians from throughout the district recently had the opportunity to join together on stage and perform in the traditional All District Music Festival. The ensembles were comprised of the top sixth-grade orchestra, band and chorus performers and led by special guest conductors. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154676 Fri, 03 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154676 Heart Smart Setauket Elementary School students joined the American Heart Association’s Jump Rope for Heart initiative this winter, as they participated in a 10-station obstacle course in their physical education classes. The students jumped rope, as well as danced and navigated through the different challenges as they worked to keep their hearts and bodies healthy. In addition to the health benefits for the event, the students also raised funds to support the American Heart Association’s work. “It felt great to help raise funds knowing that they would help people with sick hearts,” said first-grader Lilly Rampone, who personally raised more than $200 by setting up a hot chocolate stand on her driveway. Annually, Setauket School raises between $5,000-$8,000 for the American Heart Association. This year, the school raised a total of $6,895.99 for the cause. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154677 Fri, 03 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154677 Marking a Milestone Exactly 50 years ago this week, the district broke ground on a project to construct the school buildings known today as P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools. Attached is a newspaper clipping from the ground-breaking ceremony. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154687 Fri, 03 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154687 Mount Heads Into Space The complexity of the solar system became a little clearer for W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth-graders as they journeyed more than 70 years into the future and helped to save a theoretical space mission firsthand. During the live e-mission “Moon, Mars and Beyond,” the students made connections to their classroom math, language arts and science lessons as they helped NASA locate and rescue a lost spaceship that was orbiting one of the outer planets. During the simulation, the students worked in planet teams to analyze and compute answers to a variety of mathematical questions. By examining different variables and making predictions, including how much food, oxygen and water would be needed for the mission, they were able to successfully accomplish the rescue. In addition to tying into the school’s math and science curricula, the activity allowed them to practice their reading skills, think critically and logically, and learn how to communicate effectively with teammates. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154670 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154670 Art on the Chopping Block Fashioned after the hit television show, Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-graders used their creativity and artistic skills to compete in a “Chopped” art contest in their art classes this winter. Separated into four teams, the students worked together to use a basket of art supplies or “ingredients” to create artistic masterpieces based on an established theme. They fashioned portraits out of paper and rubbing plates, created landscape designs using various textures and made abstract paintings using canvas. After each round of design, one team was “chopped” and joined the team of judges to assess the remaining competitors throughout the remainder of the contest. According to art teacher Christine Sacco, teams were awarded points based on their successful use of all available supplies, craftsmanship, creativity, visual aesthetic and teamwork. Only one team per class period was named the “Chopped Champion” but all left the lesson inspired. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154672 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154672 RC Murphy Presents Oliver! March 21-25, 2017 Tickets for Oliver will be on sale Monday through Thursday from 6-8pm in the Murphy Auditorium beginning Wednesday, March 8. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154683 Thu, 02 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154683 Project Band-Aid W.S. Mount Elementary school second-grader Kayla Harte has been working to make a difference in her local community this winter by coordinating a Band-Aid drive at her school. Earlier this year, Kayla was awarded a Disney Summer of Service grant through the Youth Service of America to support her community service project, titled “Friends for Child Life.” Through this effort, Kayla focused on ways to improve the hospitalization experience for local children who are sick. As part of the drive, Kayla and her peers at Mount are donating hundreds of character themed bandages for use at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. In addition to the drive, Kayla is planning to help sponsor several birthday parties and special events for children in the hospital’s pediatric oncology department. Kayla was one of only 340 students across the nation to earn this grant, which is aimed at funding student projects geared toward making their communities healthier, greener and stronger as well as promote the importance of community service, awareness, advocacy and philanthropy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154669 Wed, 01 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154669 Mount Displays Kindness W.S. Mount Elementary School celebrated “Random Acts of Kindness Week” this February through a series of interactive and engaging activities. Throughout the week, students and staff focused on ways to promote kindness in the community, competed a Kindness Bingo game at home, wrote kind sayings about friends on a bulletin board filled with paper hearts, sent messages to staff members through an appreciation station and wore stickers noting something personally special about themselves. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154667 Wed, 01 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154667 PJ Gelinas Presents Anything Goes! March22-25 GELINAS THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS ANYTHING GOES MARCH 22-25, 2017 All Seats $20 General Admission Tickets available at myschoolbucks.com or call 631-730-4759 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154686 Wed, 01 Mar 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154686 Heart-filled Donations Nassakeag Elementary School first-grade classes partnered with sixth-graders in Judy Larsen’s class to create nearly 90 valentine boxes for those serviced by the Interfaith Nutrition Network. For the initiative, the students gathered shoeboxes and earned monetary donations by completing chores at home. The funds were then used to purchase various sundries for both adults and children assisted by the INN. The Nassakeag students decorated and filled the shoeboxes with those items, preparing them for delivery right before the holiday. This effort has been coordinated by Ms. Larsen and first-grade teacher Joan Sperry for the past several years. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154675 Tue, 28 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154675 Writers Head to National Competition Several original writings created by R.C. Murphy Junior High School students have earned prestigious honors during this year’s Regional Scholastic Art and Writing Competition, with two scholars earning Gold Key awards signifying their placement among the top qualifying students in New York State. According to their website, The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards recognizes student achievement in the visual and literary arts in 29 categories, including editorial cartoon, poetry, graphic design, fashion, science fiction, video game design and more. Since 1923, the Awards have recognized and encouraged millions of students, including Truman Capote, Sylvia Plath, Andy Warhol and John Updike, who won when they were teenagers. The works created by the Gold Key winners will move on to the national level, where they will be considered for a Gold Medal. National medalists will be announced in the early spring. The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards is one of the nation's largest, longest running, most prestigious literary arts programs that honors students in grades 7-12 for their original works. Gold Key Karen Xie (Grade 9) – Flash Fiction, “Broken Time” Adena Shahzadi (Grade 8) ¬– Poetry, “Fanaa” Silver Key Julia Match (Grade 9) ¬¬– Flash Fiction, “Unreality” Ally Chun (Grade 9) ¬– Flash Fiction, “Stay Inside the Frame” Adena Shahzadi (Grade 8) – Poetry, “A Bloody Bouquet of Roses” and “ Candles of Death” Claire Yang (Grade 7) – Flash Fiction, “Used” Honorable Mention Andrea Mosca (Grade 9) – Flash Fiction, “Seven Years Bad Luck” Faith Fraas (Grade 9) – Flash Fiction, “Finding Tomorrow” Madison Saavedra (Grade 9) ¬– Flash Fiction, “Across the Table” Adena Shahzadi (Grade 8) – Poetry, “My Dear” Carolyn Liu (Grade 7)– Poetry, “Sonnet I, The Raging, Storm” and “The Phoenix, Home” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154666 Tue, 28 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154666 Pre-K Open House – March 15 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154685 Tue, 28 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154685 100 Reasons to Give Setauket Elementary School students marked the 100th day of school through a community service initiative aimed at giving back to local families in need. Kindergarten through third-grade students teamed up to collect 100 items per class for the district’s and local food pantries. Together they collected hundreds of nonperishable food items, toiletries and paper products for members of the community. The grades also shortened the collections by 10s and completed other math and writing projects based on the number 100. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154673 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154673 Warm Treats for a Warm Winter Prior to this year’s winter break, R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Community Connections Club rolled up their sleeves and made 13 chicken potpies for local families in need. The students used their culinary skills to prepare the delicious filling of cooked chicken, vegetables and spices, and then froze the mixture in a flakey piecrust for the receiving families to heat and enjoy at their leisure. Cooking instructions were included in the care packages so each family could fill their home with the delicious aroma before enjoying their meal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154674 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154674 Drug Awareness Program – Sponsored by the Bates House http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154684 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154684 Gelinas Speller Heads to National Bee P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-grader Ryan Himmelsbach accomplished something that he has worked toward for the past three years – being crowned the top Long Island spelling champion. Ryan, a three-time school spelling bee champion, went head-to-head with the region’s top 47 spellers during the Long Island Spelling Bee at Hofstra University. After a challenging 11 rounds in three hours, Ryan ultimately captured the top place with the word “requiem.” As Long Island champion, Ryan will now compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee in National Harbor, Maryland from May 28-June 3. The winner of this contest will win a $40,000 prize. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154671 Fri, 24 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154671 WMHS Cheerleaders at Nationals Ward Melville High School varsity cheerleaders recently competed on the national level and showcased their flawless skills at the 2017 Universal Cheerleaders Association National High School Cheerleading Championships in February. During the event, which is considered to be the most prestigious cheerleading competition nationwide, the student-athletes competed against the top squads in the country. As a result of their performance, they placed fourth in the “Large Varsity” division. This is the highest placement Ward Melville has earned in the program’s history. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154668 Wed, 22 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154668 Kiwanis Kares Tribute Concert Information on the first annual Kiwanis Kares Tribute Concert is below. Proceeds from the event will be used to purchase Pediatric Trauma Kits for the Stony Brook and Setauket Fire Departments and the Three Village Central School District's Elementary Schools. A portion of the proceeds will also go to The Stony Brook Children's Hospital and the Route 25A Greening and Maintenance Project For tickets or questions please call 631-360-0004 or 631-265-3614 Family and corporate sponsorships available - $250, including two reserved seats. Tickets from $30!! Great night out!!! Please join us at the first annual Kiwanis Kares Tribute Concert...net proceeds being raised for Pediatric Trauma Kits for the Stony Brook and Setauket Fire Departments and the Three Village Central School District Elementary Schools. A portion of the net proceeds will also go to benefit The Stony Brook Children's Hospital Enjoy a great night out while helping great causes! We need your help! For tickets or questions please call Scott Sanders at 631-360-0004 or 631-265-3614 $50- Reserved Rows 1-15, General Admin $37.50 Rows 16-20, $30 General Admin Rows 21-26 WWW.KiwanisConcert.Eventbrite.com http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154657 Tue, 21 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154657 2017-18 Pre-K Information and Application Please see below for information on the new program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154665 Fri, 17 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154665 Drug and Alcohol Awareness Program - Sponsored by the Bates House at the Frank Melville Memorial Park http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154664 Thu, 16 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154664 Valentine's Day http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154663 Tue, 14 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154663 Book Inspires Fundraising Effort Earlier this year, each seventh-grader at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School read the book “A Long Walk to Water” and are now working with their science teachers on a fundraising effort to provide clean drinking water to children in Africa who have limited access to such resources. After reading an article about biodiversity and humans’ impact on the environment, the students learned about a resource called “LifeStraws” that eliminates impurities from the water that is filtered through the device. Inspired by the chance to make a difference, they have been collecting spare change to purchase three of these devices for a school in Africa whereby providing children with clean water for 3-5 years. “I had read the book “A Long Walk to Water” and it really moved me,” said science teacher Monica Gerber, who spearheaded the fundraising effort. “The two personal stories told in the book really inspired me to want to do something to help children in Africa who have limited access to clean water.” Students have been donating their spare change in large containers throughout the multi-week drive and working to see which science class can create the heaviest container. In the spirit of competition, students could deposit dollar bills into their competitors’ containers, which would subtract small measurements off their total weight. To date, the school has raised approximately $800 for the effort. The teachers involved in this project included Joanna Cadolino, Nicole Connelly, Lori Conrad, Iris Lin, Jillian Visser and Gary Vorwald. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154662 Fri, 10 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154662 District Announces New Tuition-Free PreK Offering Dear Three Village Community, We are pleased to announce that the Three Village Central School District will be creating a district-operated, tuition-free, half-day prekindergarten program beginning in the 2017-2018 school year. This program, which will be housed at Nassakeag Elementary School, will replace the paid option provided by SCOPE for the past two years. Since its founding 50 years ago, our district has established a steadfast tradition of providing educational excellence and preparing students to meet the challenges and demands of an ever-evolving society. It has been clear throughout this time that the educational foundation students receive in their formative years is indicative of the success they achieve in the future. As such, we are excited to be broadening our district offerings in order to provide our community with a prekindergarten program that is directly aligned with our district’s mission, curriculum and educational philosophy. The new program will run for two-and-a-half hours, five days a week, with a morning and afternoon option available to applicants. The program allows for the enrollment of 200 students, who will be selected based on a lottery application process. Applicants must be district residents, turn 4 years old on or before Dec. 1, 2017, and be toilet trained. In the coming days, we will be posting additional information about the program to the district’s website. We encourage families to visit our dedicated “Pre-K Program” page for this information, including copies of the program application form. Applications for the 2017-2018 school year are due by Friday, March 31. Those selected for enrollment will be notified after the lottery drawing on Friday, April 21. This is an exciting endeavor for our school district and we look forward to the establishment of the program in the coming year. Should you have any questions about this matter, please contact our pre-K liaison, Nancy Pickford, at 631-730-4400 or npickfor@3villagecsd.org. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154661 Thu, 09 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154661 ESSA Regional Open Meeting http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154660 Wed, 08 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154660 Report Cards for Students in Grades 7-12 Are Now Available in the Portal Please log into the Campus portal to view student report cards for the end of quarter 2 and first semester course grades. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154658 Mon, 06 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154658 National Recognition An inventive educational lesson created by P.J. Gelinas Junior High School art teacher Michael Sacco for his ninth-grade Media Arts 1 class is gaining national attention as it is highlighted in the February edition of the SchoolArts magazine. The lesson focuses on Mr. Sacco’s use of Photoshop to teach students how to manipulate multiple layers of a photograph and incorporate text pages from published books to add depth and personal meaning. The project was inspired by the style used by British artist Tom Phillips. In addition to the details about the lesson, the magazine also includes examples of the pieces Mr. Sacco’s students created. The following students had their artwork featured in the magazine: Ryan Abbatiello, Natalia Fallon, Komal Grewal, Aidan Hopkins, Amy Lynch, Charlotte O'Dell, and Sabrina Verdecanna. To read Mr. Sacco’s article, please visit: http://www.schoolartsdigital.com/i/768117-february-2017/37 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154655 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154655 Summer Recreation Location Changes Due to the construction being done at the district elementary schools this summer, please be advised that the half day and full day summer recreation camps will be relocated to R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas Junior High Schools, respectively. Please visit the http://www.threevillagecsd.org/department_and_programs/recreation to register and to find additional information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154656 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 06:00:00 GMT false154656 Kindness Challenge Accepted Setauket Elementary School students and staff recently blanketed their school community with kindness and compassion as they accepted “The Great Kindness Challenge” in January. During the weeklong event, the school was decorated with kindness-themed items and students were welcomed to school by special community helper volunteers. Each day of the week followed a different theme, including ones that featured assemblies and called for students and staff members to wear coordinated clothing items. Throughout the celebration, the students and staff members also completed kind act checklists and filled in a large kindness tree painted in one of the school’s hallway with paper hearts celebrating the number of kind deeds they had completed. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154654 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154654 Summer Recreation and Travel Camp registration is now open. On-line registration for Summer Recreation and Travel Camp is now open. Please click here for more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154653 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154653 Spring Community Education Program Registration Spring 2017 Community Education Program Brochure http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154652 Tue, 31 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154652 February 7 - Community Swim Program Online Registration Start Date Three Village Community Swim Program FEBRUARY 7 REGISTRATION AT WARD MELVILLE (AS LISTED ON THE DISTRICT CALENDAR) HAS BEEN CANCELED. ON-LINE REGISTRATION ONLY WILLBEGIN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2017 Click here for class schedules and additional information MYSCHOOLBUCKS.COM FOR RESIDENTS AND NONRESIDENTS. RESIDENT REGISTRATIONOPENS 12:00P.M. ON FEBRUARY 7 NONRESIDENT REGISTRATIONOPENS 12:00 P.M. ONFEBRUARY 8 THERE WILL BE NO MAIL-IN REGISTRATION AVAILABLE. (WITH THE EXCEPTION OFDISTRICT SENIORS FOR FITNESS SWIM.) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154651 Tue, 31 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154651 Radio Interview Three Ward Melville High School students spoke about their cutting edge research projects on a recent episode of “Spotlight on Long Island Schools,” a radio news program focused on showcasing the positive things happening in schools all across Long Island Click here for Part 1 Click here for Part 2 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154650 Mon, 30 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154650 Three Year Spelling Streak Three-time school spelling bee champion and current P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-grader Ryan Himmelsbach is once again bound for the Long Island Spelling Bee, which will be held in February at Hofstra University. Ryan, who has advanced to the regional level the past three years, won this year’s contest by correctly spelling the word “anesthesia” after going head-to-head with Gelinas’ top spellers for 17 challenging rounds. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154648 Mon, 30 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154648 District Opposes Nominee for U.S. Secretary of Education http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154649 Mon, 30 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154649 Fun Filled Family Night Minnesauke Elementary School’s Physical Education Department with the help of the PTA recently held a spirited Family Fun Night for students in kindergarten through sixth-grade. During the event, attendees participated in a number of carnival type games, including golf, a football challenge, balloon volleyball, foul shoot contest, minion ring toss and penguin bowling. Additionally, attendees enjoyed dancing and face painting activities. A total of $810 was raised during the event, which will be donated to local families in need, along with food items for the building’s food pantry. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154647 Fri, 27 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154647 Journeying Back in Time As part of their study on Native Americans, fourth-grade students at W.S. Mount Elementary School had an opportunity to learn about them during a hands-on workshop called Journey into Native American Territory. The program brought the history and lives of the Eastern Woodlands people into the classroom through visual presentations and group activities. Students began the two-day program by watching a video about Native Americans and visited a traveling museum of artifacts and learned how to play traditional games that encouraged teamwork and honed survival skills. Throughout the museum tour, the students took an up-close look at animal pelts, musical instruments, traditional clothing, athletic equipment and hunting tools. They also each took a turn grounding corn and touring a replica longhouse. On the second day of the program the students learned about Native American government and created clay duck decoys using traditional techniques and materials. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154187 Fri, 27 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154187 Cake Wars http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154188 Thu, 26 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154188 Friendship Superheroes Nassakeag and Arrowhead Elementary School students learned how to be friendship superheroes and stand up for others during a recent character education assembly program called “Sweethearts and Heroes.” During the events, presenter Tom Murphy spoke with the students about the definition of bullying and taught them his superhero “ABCs” to combat it. The students also learned the original meaning of a “bully,” as Mr. Murphy described that a “16th century bully” was actually considered a “sweetheart,” or someone who pushed a person to do their best through encouragement and determination. The program also included interactive components that further demonstrated the techniques the students could use to create a positive impact in the world. In addition to the assembly programs, the school’s sixth-graders attended a training session with Rick Yarosh, the “wounded warrior.” Mr. Yarosh spoke about how his life was suddenly changed, the importance of never giving up hope and how everyone should be treated with respect. To help ensure the program’s message had a lasting impact on the school community, the buildings’ teachers also attended informative workshops with the presenters. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154186 Thu, 26 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154186 Spelling Champ As a result of her outstanding spelling skills, Setauket Elementary School fourth-grader Ava Himmelsbach has been named the winner in her school’s annual spelling bee. Ava won the contest by correctly spelling “obligation” after competing in close to 30 challenging rounds against the building’s top spellers from grades four through six. She will now compete in the Long Island Spelling Bee at Hofstra University this February. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154185 Wed, 25 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154185 Millrose Qualifier Ward Melville High School track stars (left-right) Sam Sturgess, Allyson Gaedje, Hannah Hobbes, Samantha Rutt have qualified to compete in the upcoming Millrose Games. The students will be featured in the 4x400 relay. The relay team earned their bid to compete in the event with a time of 4:400.39 during the qualifier at The Armory. They are pictured here with coaches JP Dion and Tom Youngs. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154183 Tue, 24 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154183 A Week of Languages R.C. Murphy Junior High School students and staff celebrated the beauty and culture of three world languages as they marked “Foreign Language Week.” During the weeklong celebration, students participated in a trivia contest and a door decorating contest. A traveling art exhibit was on display in the hallways and music from different countries played on the intercom between class times. Additionally, members of the Foreign Language Honor Society hosted a series of events for the district’s elementary students. Cooking and culture classes were hosted and each one focused on either the Spanish, Italian or French language. Also, for the first time in over 15 years, the FLHS students visited with the sixth-graders at Nassakeag, Arrowhead and W.S. Mount elementary schools and presented lessons to introduce them to the foreign language options available for study at the junior high level. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154184 Tue, 24 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154184 Lessons in Journalism R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grade students in Cristina Cereola’s English classes have been learning about the field of journalism as part of a recent narrative writing unit of study. As part of the curriculum, the students learned about responsible journalism and put their lessons into practice by composing individual newscasts on social issue topics in the community. In addition to their classroom assignment, they also had the opportunity to speak with a professional in the field. During an in-class workshop, Grant Parpan, the Executive Editor of the Times Review Media Group located in Mattituck, spoke to the students about journalism as a career and how conveying news to the public has changed over time. He showed the students the difference between news that is printed in a newspaper versus those published through electronic media such as websites and social media. At the end of the workshop, the students shared their own newscasts with Grant and received feedback on their writings. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154091 Thu, 19 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154091 Whirlwind of Information Arrowhead Elementary School sixth-graders took an up-close look at a natural phenomenon during a recent science project. Working in small groups, the students studied tornadoes and then used their research to create six-foot-tall paper replicas of the weather event. They listed several important facts on the paper creations, including where Tornado Alley is located, how tornadoes form and what time of year they form most frequently. The completed projects, which will be on display in the sixth-grade wing until the end of January, were assessed based on the students’ creativity, accuracy, grammatical usage and teamwork. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154092 Thu, 19 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154092 Megan's Law Community Meeting - January 19, 2017 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154182 Thu, 19 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154182 DECA Racks Up Awards In their first year of competing, Ward Melville High School’s DECA members captured top honors at the regional DECA competition that recently took place at Suffolk Community College’s Selden campus. Out of the 41 Ward Melville team members, 38 students were awarded top prizes in their respective categories. As a result of their excellent performance, these students will compete at the state level in Rochester in March. During the regional competition, the students showcased their understanding of various business subjects in written form. At the state level, the competition will include a series of interviews and role-play activities. Congratulations to the following students who placed in the top three in their respective categories: First-Place Winners: Mary Kate Whelan and Alexander Young - Marketing Management Julia Hu - Apparel & Accessories Craig Deng - Business Finance Hugh Ferguson and Dylan Maggio - Business Law & Ethics Team Second-Place Winners: Kelsey Ge - Principles of Marketing Joshua Farahzad and Will Jin - Buying and Merchandising Management Team Andrew Kirillov - Accounting Applications Justin Bertini - Automotive Services Marketing Elizabeth Wang - Quick Serve Restaurant Management Third-Place Winners: Jenna Fu and Ari Solomon - Travel and Tourism Marketing Team Nicholas Milvid and Ryan Abatiello - Financial Services Priya Mukhi - Principles of Business Management & Administration Jay Sangwan - Principles of Finance http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154090 Wed, 18 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154090 Cheering to Top Honors P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s seventh- and eighth- grade cheerleading team showcased their talents and skills during the recent Rocky Point Cheerleading Invitational competition. As a result of their athletic talents, the team earned high praise and placed fourth in the contest. They were awarded a commemorative trophy for their showmanship. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154087 Tue, 17 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154087 Reading to Remember Ward Melville High School tenth-grade English classes and students enrolled in the Holocaust elective course participated in a daylong event called “All Night in a Day” that focused on Elie Wiesel’s “Night,” an autobiographical account of his survival as a teenager in the Nazi death camps. The students began the day by visually understanding how individuals were transported to concentration camps. They packed into a small square in the front of the auditorium – the same size as the cattle cars that were used – and then one by one took a seat as the individuals they represented perished during the trip. Throughout the remainder of the morning, the students listened as several teachers and administrators read portions of the book aloud and paused several times to participate in workshops and activities. These included analyzing passages, listening and reacting to music mentioned in the book, viewing an interview with Wiesel and artistically creating reactions to the messages of the written piece. The students also helped to create the word “LOVE” on large poster boards using candles, one for each individual who was named to have lost their lives in the book. “We hope that by reading this story and discussing the topic through programs such as this that we are giving a voice for those like Elie Wiesel; something we found especially important as he passed away last summer,” said Tammy Catalfamo, Ward Melville English teacher and one of the program’s coordinators. “My goal is that no student will go through our school’s doors without reading this story and understanding the importance of taking a stand for what is right and just.” To continue to pass Wiesel’s message forward, the students passed out paper candles throughout the school the following day with the goal of inspiring others to be the hope they want to see in the world. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154088 Tue, 17 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154088 Celebrating Musicians During its early January meeting, the Board of Education celebrated 14 Ward Melville High School students who recently performed in the All-State Festival at the New York State School Music Association Winter Conference. The Board and administration commended all of these students for their outstanding commitment to music and statewide recognition of their talents. Selection to the festival is based on students’ NYSSMA scores from the previous spring, as well as teacher recommendations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154089 Tue, 17 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154089 Child Abuse Hotline Please see below for more information. For more information call this number 1-800-342-3720 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154086 Tue, 17 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154086 Community Protection Act - Call to Action For information about the Community Protection Act or to sign the petition to save it, please review the material below or visit: https://www.change.org/p/new-york-state-protect-our-children-save-suffolk-s-community-protection-act http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154085 Wed, 11 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154085 District Parent/Guardian Puberty Education Meeting – Date Changed http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154084 Wed, 11 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154084 Detecting New Reading Strategies Arrowhead Elementary School third-graders went undercover this winter as reading detectives and worked to build strong reading fluency skills during a reading and writing unit of study. The project taught the students how to properly read mysteries, including how to look for clues within the writing and on the book jacket and how to make predictions on suspects as a result of their demonstrated motives and opportunities. Through read-alouds and silent reading, students took notes of clues to help solve the problem and worked to put the pieces of the puzzle together before the detectives in the story did. As an added sense of fun, throughout the study and during the day, the teachers created different clues for various classroom activities. The students eagerly worked to solve these clues using the strategies they had learned in the reading and writing unit. Later in the year, the students will utilize their new skills as they begin to explore fiction books. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154083 Tue, 10 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154083 Top Spellers R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh- and eighth-graders showcased their linguistic skills this winter when they took part in the school’s annual spelling bee. After going head to head for 20 challenging rounds, eighth-grader Elizabeth Star captured the schoolwide title by correctly spelling the word “negativism.” She will now compete in the Long Island Spelling Bee, which will be held at Hofstra University on Feb. 5. This year’s contest runner-up was eighth-grader Grace Li. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154082 Mon, 09 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154082 Baking Up Treats R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Community Connections Club made this year’s holiday season a bright one for local residents by baking cookies for 18 families serviced by the school’s food pantry. As a result of their dedication, the students rolled up their sleeves and created enough tasty treats for the deserving recipients as well as the support staff in the building. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154079 Fri, 06 Jan 2017 06:00:00 GMT false154079 Singing in the Season R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s chamber orchestra and chamber choir helped to spread cheer by performing a number of holiday songs for the individuals at the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook. The students entertained the residents with their musical talents and left everyone in joyful spirits for the season. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154080 Fri, 06 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154080 Alumni Day More than 50 Ward Melville High School alumni returned to their alma mater this winter to reflect upon their college experiences and share sound advice with students immersed in the college application and decision process. During the program, the alumni, who are current freshmen through senior year college students, spoke about the fears and excitement they faced during their first semester, how they selected their college and the challenges that they encountered when making the transition from high school to college. “The greatest benefit from this day was that it allowed our current juniors and seniors to hear firsthand from a host of their peers who have graduated within the past four years,” said Ward Melville guidance counselor and program coordinator Jennifer Sheppard. “Each panel had a different group of students of various years, majors and level of schools. This allowed our current seniors, who coincidentally had just heard their Early Action or Early Decision outcome that week to see the options they have for the future.” Throughout the day, the alumni addressed a number of common questions such as roommate situations, school size and academic requirements. Alan Munn, who is currently a freshman at Loyola studying finance, noted how he “wanted a big school, but once I sat in on my first class I realized I liked the teacher student ratio a lot.” While addressing the social aspects of college, Jenna Madison, a freshman at Geneseo studying communications, stressed the importance of striking a balance and noted “remember you are there for an education.” To add to the spirit of the day, the faculty also helped to spread college awareness by wearing their own college sweatshirts with pride. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154081 Fri, 06 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154081 Teacher Presents at National Conference Ward Melville High School and R.C. Murphy Junior High School English teacher Julie Gerver was selected to present during this year’s National Council of Teachers of English Annual Convention in Atlanta, Georgia. She was selected for this honor based on a proposal she submitted to the organization, collaborating with several colleagues from surrounding districts. The presentation was called, "I Store My Knowledge in My Friends: Creating a Community of Advocacy." The presentation focused on the work of a group of early-career teachers and their former college professor who created a “community of advocates” and promoted the importance of freely shared ideas, resources, questions and reflections. This included how to use tools like Voxer and Google Drive to collaborate with colleagues, reflect on practice and advocate for one another. “As a new teacher, I was honored to have been chosen, and I had such an incredible experience that I will be submitting another proposal for next year's convention,” said Ms. Gerver. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154077 Thu, 05 Jan 2017 06:00:00 GMT false154077 Warm Musical Performances W.S. Mount Elementary School’s wind ensemble and chamber orchestra performed a holiday program for the service members at the Stony Brook Veterans Home in December. The ensembles, comprised of students in fifth and sixth-grade, played a variety of seasonal favorites including “Hanukkah is Here” and the “Ukrainian Bell Carol.” After the performance, the students mingled with the crowd wishing all in attendance a happy holiday season and thanking them for the service. The Mount wind ensemble is under the direction of music teacher Dan Hayes and the chamber orchestra is led by teacher Theresa Ruggles. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154078 Thu, 05 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154078 Sex Offender Notification January 2017 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154075 Thu, 05 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154075 History Bee Winners More than 30 W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth- and sixth-grade students showcased their academic skills when they took part in the written stage of National History Bee this winter. As a result of their performance, nine students advanced to compete in the next level of the competition. Adam Bear, Ben Broothi, Sammi Feil, Adam Marotto, Andrew Monfiletto, Arshan Samad, Brady Reyling, Peter Sloniewsky and William Yao will now take part in the online exam for the chance to advance to the regional finals. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154076 Thu, 05 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154076 Seniors Named Science Scholars Ward Melville High School seniors Albert Liu, Kirti Nath, Kavya Tangella and Nestor Tkachenko captured top science accolades this January and were named 2017 Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholars in recognition of their work on complex science research topics. Only 300 students were selected from a pool of 1750 as 2017 Scholars; each of who were awarded a $2,000 scholarship and a matching $2,000 donation per student was donated to their school. From the pool of scholars, 40 student finalists will be selected later this month and invited to Washington, D.C. in March to participate in final judging, display their work to the public, meet with notable scientists and compete for awards, including the top award of $250,000. The Regeneron Science Talent Search, a program of the Society for Science and the Public, is the nation’s most prestigious pre-college science competition. It was formally known as the Intel Science Talent Search and, under that name, recognized students at this level as Intel Semifinalists. “These students are highly deserving of our accolades, as are all of the InSTAR seniors who submitted their research to this prestigious science competition,” said Principal Dr. Alan Baum. “Congratulations to the mentors and teachers of these students as well.” Albert, whose project was titled “Anomaly Detection in Time Series of Dependent Stochastic Block Model Graphs,” worked under the direction of a mentor at Johns Hopkins University. He is planning to study computer science at Carnegie Mellon University this fall. The other three scholars worked under the tutelage of mentors at Stony Brook University. Kirti, whose project was titled “Assessing the Developmental and Metabolic Toxicity of Neuroactive Pharmaceuticals Using Early Life Stage Zebrafish (Danio rerio),” is planning to study economics and life science at the University of Pennsylvania. Kavya, whose project was titled “Hearing Sounds, and the Illusion of Seeing Longer-Lasting Shapes,” will be attending Johns Hopkins University and is leaning toward studying neuroscience. Nestor, whose project was titled “Can Cars Fly? Eddy Current Levitation as Viable Technology,” is undecided on which college he will attend but is looking to explore the field of engineering physics. Upon hearing the news, the students were filled with a wide array of emotions. “I was really surprised, very happy and proud when I heard my name announced,” said Albert. “It is really such a blessing to get to do this type of work at such a young age. I am truly grateful for all that helped me to do it,” said Kirti. Both Nestor and Kavya see their projects as a source of inspiration for the future. “I look forward to using advancing technologies to have this concept become a reality in the future,” said Nestor. “The work that I completed was so rewarding as it exposed me to a field that inspired what I wanted to study in college and what career path I want to take in the future,” said Kavya. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154074 Wed, 04 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154074 Spring Driver Education Registration Begins on January 10, 2017 Spring Driver Education Seniors: Tuesday, January 10, 2017 8AM-4PM Juniors: Wednesday, January 11, 2017 8AM-4PM *REGISTRATION IS ONLINE ONLY* Registration Instructions: Please visit www.myschoolbucks.com to register. After you log in to My School Bucks, select "School Store," and then within the drop down menu, select "Browse All Items," then select "Spring Driver Education" to register. REGISTRATION IS LIMITED AND CLASS SELECTION IS ON A FIRST COME-FIRST SERVE BASIS. Please click here for additional details http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154073 Wed, 04 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154073 Parents for Megan’s Law Community Meeting – Jan. 19 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154072 Tue, 03 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154072 "The Outsiders" is coming to Gelinas this weekend Performances are Friday (1/6) and Saturday (1/7) at 7:00 PM in the Gelinas Auditorium. Tickets are $10. Tickets are on sale at Gelinas during all lunch periods and will be available at the door. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154071 Tue, 03 Jan 2017 05:00:00 GMT false154071 Suffolk Zone Winners Ward Melville High School seniors Rosalie Paglia and Andrew McKenna have been named 2016 Suffolk Zone Award winners by the Suffolk Chapter of the New York State Association of Health Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. This award is presented to one female and one male high school student who have earned excellent marks in their high school physical education and academic classes, demonstrates positive character traits, is a leader in their physical education classes as well as schoolwide activities and is considered a role model for their peers. Rosalie and Andrew were honored during the organization’s recent awards dinner, where they were joined by their physical education teachers Ron Muscarella and Shannon Sioss. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154070 Fri, 23 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154070 Safety Town Minnesauke Elementary School students learned important safety rules and stayed active as they worked to navigate a giant obstacle course on scooters during this year’s Safety Town. For the event, the entire gym was transformed into a mini-town, complete with road signs and activity stations, such as a fitness center, hockey station and carwash. In addition to learning about the rules of the road, the students were also able to practice using an emergency exit through a large cutout wooden bus. While on the scooters, the students were required to follow proper driving rules, including obeying stop signs and yielding to pedestrians in crosswalks. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154065 Fri, 23 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154065 Sending Holiday Wishes to Soldiers In an effort to spread holiday cheer to those serving our country, fifth-graders in Kate Hunter's class at Minnesauke Elementary School participated in the AdoptaPlatoon initiative. The students created cards and wrote inspiring messages to military personnel who are deployed from Fort Campbell, Kentucky to Iraq. The troops will receive these cards attached to a box of candy canes, which the students hope will help to raise morale and put a smile on each service member’s face. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154069 Thu, 22 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154069 Lessons in Coding, STEM Schools throughout the district offered students in every grade level the opportunity to experience the world of coding through a variety of hands-on STEM-based activities in conjunction with the international Hour of Code project. At R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas Junior high schools, students worked with school library media specialists Betsy Knox and Nicole Connelly on a number of technology-based centers. They experienced distant places using virtual reality goggles, learned to program small robots calls ozobots using paper and colored markers, engineered projects using light-emitting diode lights, explored snap circuits and mastered the art of building objects using duct tape. They also used their collaborative learning skills to complete a “break out challenge,” which called for them to try to decode clues to unlock a box. Ward Melville High School students learned introductory coding with the help of librarian Dr. April Hatcher using the website code.org. They learned to program various interactive games, manipulating an object on the screen through a series of challenges and create artistic pieces by coding linear moves on the screen. They also learned about the science and engineering behind a variety of simple technologies by taking them apart and troubleshooting solutions to correct their defaults. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154064 Thu, 22 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154064 Remembering Pearl Harbor In recognition of the 75th anniversary of the attacks on Pearl Harbor, students throughout the district took time to pause and reflect on the events. Nassakeag Elementary School sixth-graders in Jon Stecker’s class marked the anniversary through a series of hands-on educational activities. They viewed copies of news footage from the day as well as taped recollections of veterans and compared the material with how the event was portrayed in the 2001 movie. The students also compared the speech delivered by President Franklin Roosevelt following the attacks with the speech delivered by President George Bush after 9/11, noting the similar messages of unity and the need to rebuild. Lastly, after discussing the propaganda posters created during the time, the students created their own Pearl Harbor war posters. While researching images for their posters, they learned more about how a woman’s role had changed after the attacks, the conspiracy theories that surrounded the event and how Hawaii had not yet been named a state. At R.C. Murphy Junior High School, all eighth-grade students viewed a live streaming from the National World War II Museum in New Orleans, Louisiana, as well as the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial in Hawaii in commemoration of the event. The National WWII Museum webcast focused on the events of that momentous day and featured on-the-scene reporting with survivors and witnesses of the attack and iconic locations including the U.S.S. Arizona Memorial, the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific and the Pacific Aviation Museum. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154068 Wed, 21 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154068 A Sweet Holiday Village Setauket Elementary School fourth- and fifth-grade math club members constructed a gingerbread village for the residents of the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook. After discussing such mathematical concepts as perimeter, area and patterns, the students used small candy treats to create the nearly 5-foot-long display. The completed piece, which not only included a house but such things as a skating rink, was delivered to the home before the holiday break and was put on display in the location’s recreation room for all the residents to enjoy. Throughout the year, the club members meet to play different math games and use hands-on manipulatives to better understand various concepts. Starting in February, the school will expand the club to include kindergarten and first-grade. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154063 Wed, 21 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154063 Holiday Performances Arrowhead Elementary School’s fifth and sixth grade advanced band, under the direction of Ed Kunkel, along with the P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Vocal Vikings, under the direction of Robert DePersio, performed at the Stony Brook Village tree lighting ceremony. The students performed a number of holiday favorites and helped to brighten the start of the holiday season for the larger community. Photo credit: Greg Catalano http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154067 Tue, 20 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154067 Winning Reflections Setauket Elementary School students showcased their creativity by participating in the PTA Reflections program and four students received honors at the local level of judging. Kindergartner Caleb Gregory, second-grader Grace Allicino, third-grader Graham Gregory and sixth-grader Sarah Calone will now have their submissions judged on the next level for their inventiveness, imagination and exploration of the arts. For the contest, students submitted original works in one of six categories based on the theme “What's Your Story?" The pieces could take the form of dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography or visual arts. According to the organization’s website, PTA Reflections is a nationally acclaimed student recognition program to encourage artistic creativity in the classroom and at home. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154066 Tue, 20 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154066 Three Village Welcomes Dr. Francis Roberts http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154062 Tue, 20 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154062 Pride-Filled Celebration Ward Melville High School students and staff took a break from their regular schedules one day in December to focus on important social, emotional and citizenship-themed discussions in recognition of the school’s annual Patriot Pride Day. The program commenced with inspirational keynote speaker Bobby Petrocelli, who shared his emotional life story and encouraged each member of the audience to live triumphantly and to not let obstacles define their existence. His charismatic personality and warmth left the students and staff feeling empowered to face their personal challenges head-on and to always remember that they matter. Throughout the remainder of the day, students took part in educational workshops focused on peace, respect, integrity, dependability and encouragement. Among the motivational activities, they learned about creating an inner balance through mindfulness meditation workshops, created paper hearts for peace and worked collaboratively on a breakout challenge that called for them to solve a series of tasks. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154060 Wed, 14 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154060 Musical Takes Center Stage Ward Melville High School student-actors and musicians dazzled audiences this December when they took to the stage to perform the Tony Award-winning musical “Sweeney Todd.” The story told the tale of a famed barber who returned to work above a struggling pie shop under an alias after being wrongly sentenced to life in prison. Working with the baker, Mrs. Lovett, the pair sought vengeance against the corrupt judge that sentenced Todd and end up traveling down a path with deadly consequences. From the opening number, the cast impressed the packed audiences and kept them entertained until the final curtain call. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154061 Wed, 14 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154061 A Visit from A Service Dog Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-graders in Patricia Woods’ class learned about the multiple jobs of service dogs when two representatives from the Smithtown-based Guide Dog Foundation visited their class. The presenters spoke about how the puppies are raised, the type of training they go through to become service dogs and how they can be assigned to assist both visually impaired individuals as well as American veterans. Wanting to help the organization with its mission, the students proudly presented the visitors with a monetary donation as well as homemade dog treats. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154058 Tue, 13 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154058 Teacher Turned International Speaker As part of her recent yearlong research project, R.C. Murphy Junior High School science teacher and New York State Master Teacher Dawn Nachtigall has been selected to speak at an international symposium sponsored by the National Association for Research in Science Teaching in San Antonio, Texas. Over the past year, Ms. Nachtigall has been part of a National Science Foundation-funded joint research project that is working to develop classroom teachers into teacher leaders. Since 2010, this project has worked with 32 chemistry and physics teachers from high schools in and around Atlanta, Georgia. The participants complete over 100 hours of professional development each year in both classroom practice and leadership development. For her part, Ms. Nachtigall has been collecting and coding data from transcriptions of these professional development experiences in an effort to show that the teachers have truly internalized the techniques being taught and are becoming teacher leaders. The NARST is an international organization and one of the premier organizations in the field of science education. During the conference, Ms. Nachtigall will present to researchers and educators from around the world, many of whom are considered to be at the top in their field. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154059 Tue, 13 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154059 Visiting Veterans Wanting to give thanks to those who have served the nation, 40 R.C. Murphy Junior High School student government members recently visited the Northport VA Medical Center. During the visit, the students were given a tour of the facilities, participated in a presentation with three veterans and greeted more than 100 veterans, including those in the rehab center. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154056 Mon, 12 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154056 Hosting International Scholars Ward Melville High School students recently had a mutually rewarding cultural learning experience when the boys and girls basketball teams hosted 38 high school students from the Hjemly School in Denmark in December. During the visit, the international scholars accompanied Ward Melville students throughout their class schedule to learn about the education provided in America. “It was really interesting to learn about how their school is set up like a college – with larger stretches of instruction,” said Ward Melville senior Kiera Ramaliu. “The student that shadowed me was really surprised with the size of our school and student population, as the Hjemly School only has about 200 students.” At the end of the day and in the spirit of fun, the students from both schools competed in a basketball tournament. Following each of the three games, the playing teams joined together for a region-inspired dinner. To share the experience with their families, Ward Melville students also played host to the Danish students by opening up their homes for them to stay that evening. “Through our conversations, I learned how different the game of basketball is in America from the game that is played in Denmark,” said Ward Melville senior Dominic Pryor. “I thought our lives were going to be so vastly different and was surprised to see that the cultural divide was a lot smaller and that we have many things in common,” added senior Matt Hudzik. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154057 Mon, 12 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154057 Department of Health "Safe Toys and Gifts" Bulletin http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154055 Mon, 12 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154055 Making Moves Minnesauke Elementary School students recently learned about a fun and challenging way to stay active during a fitness program called Kerboomkidz. During the PTA-sponsored workshop, founder and instructor Kershel Anthony taught the students a high-paced dance routine. The energetic exercise program kept them moving from start to finish and left them excited about a new fitness alternative. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154054 Fri, 09 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154054 Artists Share Their Stories Minnesauke Elementary School students showcased their creative talents during this year’s PTA Reflections program, themed “What is Your Story?” The students brought their original works to life through media such as photography, visual arts and literature. The projects were judged by a panel and nine Minnesauke students were named local winners. They will advance to the Suffolk County level of the contest and have their entries considered for state-level honors. The district congratulates the following students and wishes them luck in the remainder of the competition: Photography Award of Excellence – Jamie Skaggs – Grade 1 Award of Merit – Holden Cone – Grade 1 Award of Excellence – Emily Mills – Grade 4 Visual Arts Award of Excellence – Olivia Lisa – Kindergarten Award of Excellence – Ava Bavlnka – Grade 5 Award of Merit – Soraya Masrour – Grade 4 Award of Excellence – Mia Butkevich – Grade 6 Literature Award of Excellence – Alexa Gallery – Grade 6 Award of Merit – Lily Jackett – Grade 6 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154052 Thu, 08 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154052 Perfect Score P.J. Gelinas Junior High School ninth-grader William Sun has accomplished something very few upperclassmen do by their senior year – he earned a perfect score on the ACT exam. William’s score landed him in the top 1 percent of the more than 2.1 million students who took the test. However, this is not the first time he earned top honors on a college preparation exam; he earned a score of 1,500 out of a possible 1,600 on the SAT as an eighth-grader. “I was excited to receive my high marks. It made all of the hard work I put into preparing for the exam worth it,” said William. “To those getting ready to take the test, I recommend they take many of the practice exams to get used to the style and pacing of the actual test. I believe the preparation leaves you feeling ready to succeed.” William felt it was important to take the exam early in ninth grade to leave a positive impression on the colleges he hopes to attend. He plans to major in medical science. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154053 Thu, 08 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154053 Trained to Save Lives In accordance with Three Village’s proactive approach to safety and security, nearly 30 members of the district’s administrative staff recently took part in a Department of Homeland Security program called Stop the Bleed. Through the national initiative, district representatives worked with Stony Brook Hospital’s Trauma Center and the Setauket Fire District to learn and practice lifesaving techniques and strategies to enhance a victim’s survival. These included how to properly apply tourniquets as well as dress and pack a wound. Throughout the workshop, the presenters stressed the importance of acting quickly during an emergency and how to secure a situation until trained medical responders arrive. “The district is extremely grateful to have this opportunity to partner with high-quality professionals and learn techniques that would prove to be lifesaving in an emergency,” said Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich. “Three Village is committed to empowering our staff with this important approach to help ensure the safety and security of our school community.” The district plans to offer the training to all staff members in the near future. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154050 Wed, 07 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154050 Science Teacher Fellow Award Winner P.J. Gelinas Junior High School science teacher and department chairperson Gary Vorwald has been named a 2016 STANYS Fellow by the Science Teachers Association of New York State. STANYS Fellows are recognized as outstanding classroom teachers who have notably contributed to science education at both the local and state levels. Their leadership and scholarly endeavors are considered noteworthy and inspirational to their peers as this is the most distinguished and highest honor bestowed upon a science teacher by his or her New York State colleagues. Mr. Vorwald has taught in the district since 1998 and has been an educator for 30 years. During his time in Three Village, he has taught nearly every science course offered at P.J. Gelinas, and is the school’s current department chairperson and lead coach of its award-winning Science Olympiad team. He most recently led the team to earn a 10th place ranking during the 2016 National Science Olympiad competition. In addition to these accolades, Mr. Vorwald was previously named a New York State Master Teacher. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154051 Wed, 07 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154051 Exploring Career Opportunities R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-grade students learned about a wide range of professions during the school’s annual Career Day in November. The program afforded students the opportunity to speak with professionals in a one-on-one setting. The presenters encompassed a wide range of fields, including engineering, counseling, finance, law enforcement and several medical professions. Technology-integrated careers played a large role in this year’s event, a concept that seemed particularly interesting to students. “When setting up this year’s fair, we aligned presenters to show the students how their career can be more than just one profession,” explained Ginger Ferraro, Murphy teacher and event coordinator. “For example, the police officers were set up near security professionals and emergency responders to show the transition one can make during the second half of their career.” As the students are technically in their first year of high school at Murphy, the school’s annual fair aims to spark an interest in the type of career path they might want to pursue so they can properly choose related elective courses in high school. “I was particularly interested in meeting with the professionals in advertising and learning how they use their creativity to tell a story that entices the reader,” said ninth-grader Joe Cereola. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153543 Mon, 05 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153543 Vote for Volunteers to Earn Top Prize P.J. Gelinas Junior High School is in the running to win the top prize in this year's Holiday Community Service Challenge sponsored by Team UP 4 Community. Gelinas was nominated for the school’s cheerleaders’ efforts to support veterans during the recent LI Marathon. Voting goes until Monday, Dec. 12. Cast your ballots now (and daily) to help our district win the $3,000 grand prize! Here is where to vote: http://teamup4community.org/2016-li-holiday-sports-heroes-video-challenge-open http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153546 Mon, 05 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153546 Food Drive http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153545 Fri, 02 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153545 Author Workshops P.J. Gelinas seventh-grade students learned about specific literary techniques when published author Kara Taylor conducted a series of in-school writer’s workshops. In concurrence with the seventh-graders’ current study of realistic fiction writing, the workshop offered a pertinent lesson on the application of symbolism and imagery. Ms. Taylor spoke with the classes about the ways she uses these two approaches in her books and how they can significantly enhance the reader’s experience. The students also participated in a number of hands-on exercises, which helped to strengthen their understanding of a writer’s use of language to create a vivid image for the reader. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153542 Fri, 02 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153542 Lifesaving Blood Drive at Minnesauke Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-graders recently helped to put a dent in the national blood shortage by coordinating a blood drive at their school in November. Prior to the drive, the students spoke with representatives from the New York Blood Center and learned about blood donation. The conversations were connected to the students’ science curriculum and focused on the components of blood, how it circulates in the body and who makes an ideal blood donor. During the event, the students volunteered as “little doctors,” assisting donors with filling out their paperwork and serving post-donation drinks and snacks. As a result of the outpouring of support, Minnesauke collected a total of 36 pints of blood to assist those who may need it in an emergency or for people who require long-term treatment. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153541 Thu, 01 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153541 Every Drop Counts In connection with a seventh-grade reading assignment, R.C. Murphy Junior High School students, staff and parent community took action this fall and coordinated a fundraiser to help the more than 8,000 children living in Flint, Michigan, who were exposed to lead in their drinking water. Before the start of the school year, the students read “Water Wars,” a fictional story about a dystopian society plagued with corporate greed and a lack of available drinking water. With the topic of the book and the news of Michigan’s water problems in mind, the school worked to make a difference in the lives of those living in Flint who may experience medical problems due to the exposure to contaminated water. Students, staff and faculty purchased paper “drops of water” to be sent to the Flint Child Health and Development Fund, which will provide interventions that support positive health outcomes for the affected children. The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation has pledged to match every dollar raised, up to $5 million. The Murphy school community raised $1,500 for the cause. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153540 Thu, 01 Dec 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153540 Thanksgiving Traditions As an extension of their social studies curriculum and with Thanksgiving just around the corner, kindergarten students at Arrowhead Elementary School in the Three Village School District recently had the chance to experience the holiday in a hands-on way. During the grade-level’s annual Thanksgiving Adventure, the students learned about the first Thanksgiving, the Mayflower and Plymouth Rock. Using their creativity, they made macaroni necklaces, turkey napkin holders, Native American headdresses and Pilgrim hats. They also learned how to tell a story using Native American symbols, pretended to plant corn in small cups and shared stories in a teepee. After arriving at the event on the “Mayflower,” each student took a turn signing a “Friendship Promise.” The adventure culminated in a Thanksgiving feast for all the classes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153538 Wed, 30 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153538 Mixing up Thanksgiving treats Minnesauke Elementary School second-graders in Michael Licausi’s class and Brian Harvey’s sixth-grade class recently used their math and culinary skills to create tasty Thanksgiving treats for the residents living at Echo Arms Adult Home in Port Jefferson Station. With the help of their class moms, the students stirred together batter for homemade pumpkin bread and filled more than 50 bread tins with the mixture. As a result of the class’ effort, the students were able to create enough loaves to ensure that each resident would receive their own tasty care package. In addition, to further ensure the holiday was a festive one at the facility, the sixth-graders also made large decorative “Happy Thanksgiving” signs and colorful placemats. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153539 Wed, 30 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153539 Reminder: Saturday Enrichment Program Begins this Saturday, Dec. 3 Classes begin at 9:30 am at R.C. Murphy Junior High School http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153544 Wed, 30 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153544 Students Delighted with Dinoman Visit Nassakeag Elementary School second-grade students learned about the earth in a fun and interactive way when Dinoman, a science series that performs all over the country, recently visited. During the program, the students learned about the age of our planet, how it is divided into eras, how fossils are formed, dinosaur behavior and the newest discoveries in paleontology. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154948 Mon, 28 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154948 Setting the Table Minnesauke Elementary School students in Kate Hunter's class celebrated Thanksgiving by making centerpieces for the Echo Arms Adult Home in Port Jefferson Station. Using their creativity, the students fashioned the colorful pieces using flowers, pictures of themselves on fall foam shapes and handmade decorations. The completed centerpieces were delivered to the facility just in time for the November holiday. The fifth-graders in Kristen Bernardo's class also completed a similar project, as they created centerpieces for the Stony Brook Veterans Home. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153537 Tue, 22 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153537 Message from Superintendent @font-face { font-family: "MS 明朝"; }@font-face { font-family: "Cambria Math"; }@font-face { font-family: "Calibri"; }@font-face { font-family: "Cambria"; }p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal { margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Cambria; }.MsoChpDefault { font-size: 10pt; font-family: Cambria; }div.WordSection1 { } Dear Three Village Community, Through our vast and robust support programs, the Three Village Central School District is committed to working toward ensuring the heath, safety and security of it students and staff members.Our bully prevention endeavors,character education programs and dedicated faculty regularly focus on promoting unity and inclusion. Furthermore, there is an emphasis on advancing awareness for the diversity that exists in our world today. These proactive efforts are central to our district mission and are matters we regularly review and work to strengthen. Late last week, the U.S. Department of Education Secretary John B. King, Jr. announced that educational leaders recently met to explore the ways in which they can further support United States schools' efforts on this very topic. As a result of this meeting, the Department of Education has released a new report entitled“Advancing Diversity & Inclusion in Higher Education" and provided a link to a list of resources designed to help ensure that institutions are environments conducive to learning. While much of this report focuses on higher education, there are a few points that are relevant to K-12 school systems. Those interested in reading the report are encouraged to visit:http://www2.ed.gov/rschstat/research/pubs/advancing-diversity-inclusion.pdf?utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_name=&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term= We encourage our entire school community to continue to respect the opinions and perspectives of others as we work together to assure that every individual feels valued and safe. A very happy holiday to all. Sincerely, Cheryl Pedisich http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153536 Mon, 21 Nov 2016 23:00:00 GMT false153536 Lessons on H2O As an extension of their classroom science curriculum, Nassakeag Elementary School fourth-grade students learned about water conservation and the water cycle during two interactive programs. During a workshop with the Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County, the students explored what they can do to help local bays and watersheds. They discovered how various kinds of pollution make their way into the bay and ocean and how this affects local marine life. The topics were visually emphasized during a hands-on demonstration that called for the students to work together to build a storm drain system. In addition, representatives from the Suffolk County Water Authority spoke with the classes about the water cycle, as well as the source of drinking water on Long Island and the importance of protecting it. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154945 Mon, 21 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154945 Lessons from the Farm R.C. Murphy Junior High School students in Emma Domino’s international foods classes learned about locally grown produce during a recent visit to the Sang Lee Farm in Peconic. During the visit, the students toured one of the farm’s planting fields and identified the different items being grown. Representatives from the farm explained how it operates in an organic manner by establishing certain plants or herbs that repel insects. Students were able to harvest, taste and even bring home samples of crops such as broccoli, bok choy, turnips and arugula. The students also walked through the greenhouses and storage barns at the farm stand. There, two of the farm’s chefs worked with the students to prepare a stir-fry using the vegetables they had just harvested. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154949 Mon, 21 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154949 Dec. 8, 9 & 10 - Sweeney Todd - Ward Melville HS Sweeney Todd December 8, 9, 10 at 7:30 All tickets $20 payforit.net until Dec 1 - After December 1, please call 631-730-4357 Parental guidance is suggested, as some material in Sweeney Todd is of an adult nature. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153535 Mon, 21 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153535 Prestigious Award for Yearbook Staff Ward Melville High School’s 2016 Invictus yearbook staff continues to earn high honors and praise. Most recently, the talented students responsible for creating the “This or That” edition were awarded a Columbia Scholastic Press Association Crown Award, the highest recognition given by the CSPA to a student print or digital medium for overall excellence. The association will announce the winners of the Gold Crown and Silver Crown in March. “Being recognized by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association is an incredible honor and speaks volumes about the dedication and talents of our students,” said Principal Dr. Alan Baum. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154950 Fri, 18 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154950 Award Winning Musician http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154946 Thu, 17 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154946 Report Cards for Students in Grades 7-12 Are Available in the Portal Please check the Parent Portal for 1st quarter report cards for all students in grades 7-12. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154947 Thu, 17 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154947 Teachers Take Center Stage Music teachers throughout the Three Village Central School District took center stage this November to perform in a special faculty concert called “From Bach to Rock and Back Again.” During the event, the 25 teachers showcased their talents by performing 16 pieces, which included singing “Cell Block Tango” from the musical “Chicago” and performing “Mozart Meets Led Zeppelin” on string instruments. The sold-out event raised more than $6,000 for the Three Village Music Boosters. Proceeds from the concert will directly support the district’s music department and student scholarships. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154943 Wed, 16 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154943 WMHS Football Team Heads to County Championship Come cheer on the Ward Melville High School varsity football team as they make their first championship appearance in 29 years. The team will compete in the Suffolk County Division I Championship game against William Floyd High School on Friday, Nov. 18 at the Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium at Stony Brook University. The game will begin at 7 p.m. and the cost for admission is $6. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154944 Wed, 16 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154944 Letters to Veterans In honor of Veterans Day, first-grade students in Michael Dragotta’s class at Minnesauke Elementary School put pencil to paper this November to create dozens of colorful cards for local veterans. The students applied their creativity as they drew patriotic pictures and drafted letters thanking the veterans for their service. The cards were donated to the Long Island State Veterans Home at Stony Brook University. The project was of special significance for Mr. Dragotta, a veteran who served in Operation Southern Watch aboard the USS Nimitz. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154941 Tue, 15 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154941 Casting Their Votes Although not yet old enough to vote in the actual election, students at W.S. Mount Elementary School experienced the process this November during a schoolwide mock election. Similar to the official election, each student received a voter registration card before casting his or her vote with a paper ballot. They not only voted for the presidential candidate they thought should be elected, but also on a new Mount school mascot. The students selected Donald Trump for president and the meerkat as the new mascot. The event was organized by the fifth-grade classes and teachers, who were on-site during the vote to oversee the process and assist with any questions the young voters had. The simulated event tied into the fifth-grade social studies curriculum, as the classes are currently studying the Western Hemisphere and comparing the forms of government found throughout the global region with the United States’ system. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154942 Tue, 15 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154942 Creative Sculptures R.C. Murphy Junior High School students enrolled in Brian Baker's creative crafts class teamed up with the school’s seventh-grade art classes to create a fantastic halloween display. As part of their course work, the seventh-graders studied the subtleties of facial expressions by looking at the work of “Peanuts” creator Charles Schultz and “Calvin and Hobbes” creator Bill Watterson as well as text emojis. They then created a ceramic jack-o’-lantern ornament depicting a specific facial expression using decorative wire and plaster cloth wrap. The students also created ceramic jack-o’-lantern candleholders that could withstand the test of time. After creating a stencil of their jack-o’-lantern face, students scored and slipped together slabs of clay to construct a box form. They then carefully cut out the details of their design to let the light of the candle inside shine through. The completed projects were on display outside the Murphy art rooms for all to enjoy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154938 Mon, 14 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154938 Outstanding Mathematicians P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-grader Jacqueline Wu, eighth-graders Nancy Zhong and Julia Zhu, and ninth-grader Leo Takemaru have each been selected as a Long Island Young Scholar of Mathematics and accepted by the Institute of Creative Problem Solving for Gifted and Talented Students at SUNY College at Old Westbury to pursue mathematics and mathematical science applications. To qualify, they competed against approximately 600 of the top-ranking students nominated from school districts on Long Island. Selection by the institute implies that a student is among the top one-tenth of 1 percent in math of all students on Long Island in his or her grade. The students will spend 60 hours in class over the course of 20 Saturday mornings and on related outside projects. The curriculum will cover various mathematical topics not included in the standard course of study. Many of the institute’s graduates have gone on to win prestigious awards. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154939 Mon, 14 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154939 Suffolk County All-Stars Ward Melville High School boys basketball players Matt Hudzik and Alex Sobel were selected from a pool of hundreds to represent their county during this year’s Suffolk vs. Nassau All-Star Basketball games held at the Town of Oyster Bay PAL facility in Hicksville. The pair was selected for this honor based on their performance at the grade 9-12 tryout. Matt represented the school on the senior team and Alex represented on the underclassman team. According to Ward Melville coach Alex Piccirillo, “the two young men represented the Three Village community with class, sportsmanship and hard work.” Mr. Piccirillo was selected by his peers as the Suffolk County All-Stars coach. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154937 Thu, 10 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154937 Art Inspired by Peace A creative poster made by P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-grader Jacqueline Wu was selected as a winning submission in the 2016 Shanti Fund Peace and Wisdom Art Competition. For over 12 years, volunteers of the Shanti Fund have been promoting peace through education and imploring students to create works of art that showcase Ghandi’s mission of celebrating life with peace and love. In honor of her winning piece, Jacqueline earned a $147 gift card (the age Ghandi would be today) and will honored during a Nov. 16 reception at the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154935 Wed, 09 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154935 Performing for Runners The Setauket Elementary School band helped to provide some spirit and entertainment during this year’s Hercules on the Harbor 10K run through Stony Brook Village. In addition to cheering for participants, the students performed the national anthem, under the baton of teacher Rich Wiederman. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154936 Wed, 09 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154936 Patriots in Playoffs The following Ward Melville High School teams have advanced to the playoffs and will be competing in the coming days. Help cheer them on! The undefeated league, county and Long Island championship Field Hockey team will compete in the New York State semifinals at 10 a.m. this Sat., Nov. 12 in Binghamton. If they win, they will compete in the finals on Sunday at 12:30 pm. The girls’ Cross Country team, which have already been named league, division and county champions, will compete at the New York State Championship at 10:30 a.m. this Sat. Nov. 12 in Binghamton. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154940 Wed, 09 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154940 Fall Newsletter Now Available http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154933 Tue, 08 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154933 Pitch-Perfect Pianist P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-grader Amy Liu has been selected as one of 12 students from New York State to perform at the 11th Annual New York State School Music Association Piano Showcase in Rochester at the 2016 NYSSMA Winter Conference. This is the second year she was chosen to perform at this celebrated event. To receive this high honor, Amy earned a perfect score of 100 on her NYSSMA Level 6 solo, a positive adjudicator recommendation and a well-received video application. At the conference, she will perform Alberto Ginastera’s Danzas Argentinas, Op. 2, No. 3. Amy is a dedicated musician who began her piano study at the age of 5 and was accepted to the Manhattan School of Music Precollege as a piano major in May. In addition to piano, she also performs on both flute and piccolo in the Gelinas wind ensemble. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154932 Mon, 07 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154932 Registration Deadline for Saturday Enrichment Program Extended to Nov. 21. Registration has begun for the district’s 2016Saturday enrichment program! Printed copies of the brochure outlining the course offerings will be distributed in the coming week, but individuals interested in getting a jump start on the registration process can download a copy of the brochure here. Please remember to mail in your registration forms to ensure a place in the program! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154934 Fri, 04 Nov 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154934 Scientific Discoveries R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh-graders participated in authentic science research during a recent collaborative project with Stony Brook University anthropology professor Dr. Catherine Markham. As part of the project, the students studied Dr. Markham’s photo research gathered at both Sweetbriar Nature Center in Smithtown and a park in Kenya. They learned how she had used a “camera trap” procedure to collect images from stationary locations at both sites to gather information about animals living in those regions. The trap collects a series of repetitive images over a short period of time once the attached sensors detect movement. Having understood the process, the students then worked on their observation and inference skills by examining the evidence collected and recorded data from the pictures. They took note of findings such as the phase of the moon, the number and types of animals present, and the perceived temperature. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154930 Fri, 04 Nov 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154930 Launching Technology Lesson In their technology classes, seventh-grade students at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School are learning about a variety of physics concepts this year, includingcentrifugal force, gravity, inertia and momentum. To kick off their studies, the students experienced these concepts in action as their teachers used a giant catapult, called a trebuchet, to launch pumpkins high into the air. During the daylong event, the entire studentbody had the chance to see how the trebuchet operates and learned about the concepts in motion. Throughout November, the seventh-graders will build miniature trebuchets and test their launching capabilities using small pieces of clay. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154931 Fri, 04 Nov 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154931 Setauket Electric Light Parade Please see the flyer for more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154928 Fri, 04 Nov 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154928 All-National musician As a result of a comprehensive audition process, Ward Melville High School senior Benjamin Shea has been selected to perform in the All-National Mixed Chorus. He will take part in the festival’s showcase in Grape Vine, Texas in November. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154929 Thu, 03 Nov 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154929 Promoting Unity http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154926 Wed, 02 Nov 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154926 We’re Off to Solve Mathematics Students who struggle with mathematics at Minnesauke Elementary School will soon have the chance to build their skills thanks to a new and inventive math-themed art project completed this fall by teacher Paul Wilgenkamp, with the help of retired Three Village art teacher Frank Marangiello. A giant yellow brick road, similar to the one made famous in “The Wizard of Oz,” now covers the floor in the school’s math center. Inscribed in the design are numbers aimed at helping students with multiple factors, least common multiples, prime numbers and math properties. There is also a negative space – drawn in black and white like Kansas was depicted in the movie – that shows the connection between positive and negative integers. Through various activities, the students will travel the path of the yellow brick road and venture out on different mathematical quests. “It is our hope that as students progress through these activities, they will have the courage, heart and brains to feel at home with fact fluency,” said Mr. Wilgenkamp. “With the opportunity to practice, they will be feeling like math wizards in no time.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154927 Tue, 01 Nov 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154927 Learning to Code http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154924 Mon, 31 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154924 Support for Runners and Veterans P.J. Gelinas Junior High School cheerleaders helped to support and cheer along the runners in the Suffolk County marathon fundraiser for veterans held this October. Along the route, they were commended for their actions by Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154925 Mon, 31 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154925 Three Village Music Teachers Concert - Friday, Nov. 4 Come and see our very own, very talented music teachers perform! Friday, November 4, 2016 at RC Murphy Auditorium at 7:00 pm. Tickets on sale at the secondary buildings - see below for details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154908 Mon, 31 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154908 United Against Bullying Nassakeag Elementary School students and staff helped to promote the nationally recognized Unity Day this October by joining together to create an artistic symbol of peace. Keeping with their new character education motto “Nassakeag CARES,” the school crafted colorful leaves with anti-bullying messages. The completed designs were affixed to a large tree themed bulletin board in the building’s main hallway to show that the school is working to stop bullying one leaf at a time. The school will update the messages on the board each season as a way to promote unity and anti-bullying throughout the year. Nassakeag CARES stands for Compassionate, Accepting, Respectful, Embracing and Successful. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154921 Fri, 28 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154921 Arrowhead Cupcake Challenge to Smash Out Pediatic Cancer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154923 Thu, 27 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154923 Walking for Education As part of their continued efforts to encourage students to make healthy life choices, Nassakeag Elementary School hosted its annual Walk for Education under sunny skies this October. During the event, students and staff walked laps around the school’s property to fundraise for cultural arts and other PTA sponsored programs. As a result of their efforts, Nassakeag collectively raised over $2,200 in pledges. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154919 Thu, 27 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154919 Inspired Writers R.C. Murphy Junior High School students and staff put pencil to paper this October to explain what inspires their writing in celebration of National Day on Writing. The students responded to one of several prompts presented to them in the form of hashtags, including #writeyourownstory and #whyIwrite. Once completed, all the responses were put on display outside of the English classrooms for students to read their peers’ reflections and celebrate the power of writing. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154920 Thu, 27 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154920 Walk of Jack O'Lanterns Rescheduled Due to the rain today, the Three Village Walk of the Jack O'Lantern's will now take place on the rain date Saturday 10/29 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm. We have a few hundred carvings from students throughout the district including Mount and Setauket Girl Scouts and students from the various schools. Glow sticks, candy, drinks, etc. are all ready to go. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154922 Thu, 27 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154922 Seniors Earn Siemens Honors Ward Melville High School seniors Brandon Feng, Kirti Nath, and Nestor Tkachenko earned top honors in the 2016 Siemens Competition for Math, Science & Technology. All three were named semifinalists and Nestor advanced to Regional Finalist status. As a Regional Finalist, Nestor will present his group research project, “Can Cars Fly? Eddy Current Magnetic Levitation as Viable Technology,” to the Siemens committee for additional honors. The topic for his project was something that captivated his interests since the first grade, when he visited the University of Michigan with his parents. His research explores the potential of eddy current coil levitation for commercial use. This levitation occurs when an alternating current is sent through a conducting coil, which is placed above a nonmagnetic plate; in this case aluminum. “This technology has the potential to revolutionize transportation since the ideal efficiency is a factor of 10 better than that of some of the most efficient cars,” said Nestor. “Eddy current coil vehicles would essentially enable Maglev train-like transportation that is much more mobile and personal. In order for this technology to be implemented commercially, roads would need to have aluminum plating under them, which is quite plausible considering the relatively low cost of aluminum compared to asphalt.” Brandon’s project, “A Robust Sensor Network-based Estimation Model for Wind Fields” focused around estimating wind fields from solar irradiance data taken from solarpanels in order to maximize panel efficiency. Kirti’s project, “Assessing the developmental and metabolic toxicity of neuroactive pharmaceuticals using early life stage zebrafish,” focused on the fate of pharmaceutical compounds once released into the environment and the consequent implications of this phenomenon on wildlife. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154918 Wed, 26 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154918 Top Music Honors In recognition of their outstanding musical talents, 14 Ward Melville High School students have been selected to perform in this year’s New York State School Music Association Winter Conference, and 40 have been chosen to perform in the New York State Council of Administrators for Music Education/Suffolk County Music Educators Association All-County Music Festival. Selection to these festivals is based on the students’ NYSSMA scores from the previous spring, as well as teacher recommendations. The All-County Festival will end in a musical showcase on Nov. 18 at Northport High School. The All-State concerts will take place in Rochester in December. The district congratulates the following students: All-State Musicians Sophie Cicale Emma Cowan Allison Dana Jared Gozinsky Connor Heaphy Crystal Her William Jin Andrew Kim Julia LaRotonda Ellen Li Jason Rahner Alexis Salerno Cody Stair Michal Zadok All-County Musicians Shawn Brennan Ryan Carlozzo Small Chase Kathryn Chen Sophie Cicale Isabella Colombo Emma Cowan Allison Dana Brandon Feng Maya Fischer Jared Gozinsky Connor Heaphy Christopher Helenek Crystal Her Thomas Howell Julia Hu Michelle Hu Sarah Jiang William Jin Andrew Kim Eleanor Kopp Lawrence Lan Julia LaRotonda Ellen Li Jonathon Lin Serena Liu Dylan Maggio Johnny Mo Matthew Okrent Chelsea Plank Jason Rahner Matthew Roberts Alexis Salerno Maxwell Schoenfeld Benjamin Shea Kai Southard Cody Stair Marina Vostrova Alex Wiggins Michal Zadok http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154914 Wed, 26 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154914 Fire Smart In recognition of Fire Prevention Month, students throughout the district learned valuable safety information from local firefighters during in-school programs. Members of the Stony Brook Fire District conducted two interactive assemblies at W.S. Mount Elementary School and visited students in their classrooms for follow-up conversations. Throughout the daylong event, volunteers reinforced the importance of having a predetermined family meeting place, the need to regularly replace smoke detector batteries and the phone number to call in case of an emergency. Outside the building, students were able to tour two working fire apparatuses and take a close look at the firefighters’ lifesaving equipment. Students were then provided with a keepsake firefighter’s helmet and informational goody bag. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154913 Tue, 25 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154913 With Thanks and Appreciation In observance of the New York State School Boards Association’s School Board Recognition Week, the school community came together to honor the district’s Board of Education members. As each Board member serves as a liaison to one of the district’s schools, representatives from each building spoke on behalf of their trustee, the district clerk and the student representative, before presenting them with a token of their school’s appreciation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154917 Tue, 25 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154917 What's for Lunch? http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154915 Mon, 24 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154915 River Life P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students conducted authentic research and studied one local waterway this October as part of the annual Day in the Life of the River event. Three research classes from Gelinas went to different parts of the Nissequogue River watershed, including Stump Pond in Blydenburgh County Park, which is the headwaters of the river, and Short Beach in Saint James, where the mouth of the river enters the Long Island Sound. During their visit, the students collaborated with professional naturalists and conducted a biodiversity study. They collected physical data from the river and surrounding area, including information on currents, tides and weather, performed chemical tests to determine the water quality and created a map of each study area. All of the data collected by the Gelinas students and other participating school districts will be uploaded to the Portal to Discovery website, and will become a permanent record of this day in the Life of the Nissequogue River. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154911 Fri, 21 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154911 Studying Local Waters R.C. Murphy Junior High School Earth SMART classes learned firsthand about the aquatic inhabitants living in a local waterway during a recent field trip. The 60 students boarded the Celtic Quest charter boat out of Port Jefferson and enjoyed a brief fishing experience before dredging the harbor to study the benthic organisms. At the conclusion of the trip, the students tallied all the fish caught and completed a lab based on the data gathered during their excursion. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154912 Fri, 21 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154912 Suffolk County Marathon Information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154916 Fri, 21 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154916 Inspiring Creativity The front of Minnesauke Elementary School has been transformed into a fall-themed display, showcasing 31 unique and crafty scarecrows. As part of the Displays of Minnesauke Scarecrows project, each class was challenged to create a large scarecrow based on a central theme. Working with their teachers and parent volunteers, the students brainstormed concepts and collected materials before getting to work. Completed projects ranged from a bookworm and brainy scarecrow to ones with sports themes. The fall-themed projects are on display as part of the school’s Harvest Festival and will remain up until the end of October. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154909 Thu, 20 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154909 Taking Care of Teddy W.S. Mount Elementary School kindergarten students had the chance to act as emergency room doctors during a recent workshop with representatives from Stony Brook University. Before suiting up as doctors for the “Teddy Bear Clinic,” the students were given important safety tips to keep in mind when riding in a car or on a bicycle. Then, wearing protective gloves, hairnets and facemasks, they took care of their most precious stuffed animals by adhering bandages and fitting braces and splints. The program not only provided the young children with a variety of safety tips, but also helped ease their apprehensions of going to the doctor. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154910 Thu, 20 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154910 Students "APP"-ly Themselves http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154049 Tue, 18 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154049 Writing for a National Platform An educational piece written by P.J. Gelinas Junior High School art teacher Michael Sacco is being featured in the November issue of School Arts Magazine, a national publication. The article, titled “Gridded by Design,” details a project Mr. Sacco conducted in his art classes and features the artwork of former Gelinas studentsAriana Beasley, Darby Kent, Sandie O’Brien and Cleo Watson. This is Mr. Sacco’s sixth article featured in School Arts. An electronic copy of the article can be viewed by clicking this link http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154048 Fri, 14 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154048 Annual Grade K-9 Holiday Inn Express Art Exhibit http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154047 Tue, 11 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154047 Sex Offender Notification October 2016 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154045 Fri, 07 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154045 International Artists Four Minnesauke Elementary School talented students – Julia Horan, Alexa Horan, Keira Sabbatini and Sarah Wood ¬– earned international acclaim during the 10th Annual Interdependence Hexagon Project Exhibit hosted in Scranton, Pennsylvania this September. Julia was awarded “Most Effective Over-All Interpretation,” Alexa earned the title of “Most Relevant to Interdependence Theme” and Keira and Sarah each won honorable mention in the “2D Mixed Media” category. According to the organization’s website, the project calls for students to create art based on a global issue within the infinitely inter-linking shape of a hexagon, a metaphor for interconnectedness. This year’s theme was “We Do: Acting Interdependently.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154043 Fri, 07 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154043 Trained in Lifesaving Techniques Ward Melville High School students learned how to perform hands-only CPR and use an automated external defibrillator during a workshop conducted in the school’s health classes. After speaking with the students about the importance of the training, David Sterne, a community member and district manager for the Setauket Fire District, volunteer firefighters and health teachers worked with the students to practice the technique on mannequins. They learned the proper way to complete chest compressions, the placement for the AED pads and tips for securing professional help while still tending to the victim. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154044 Fri, 07 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154044 Friday, October 28 - Trick or Treat Street at WMHS The annual Trick or Treat Street event will run from 4:00 pmto 7:00 pm at Ward Melville High School. Please click here for more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154046 Fri, 07 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154046 Mount Earns Grant Helping to further support the school’s character education program, W.S. Mount Elementary School was selected as a winner in the Safe Fleet 2016 United Against Bullying Grant Program. Mount was honored for its PBIS – positive behavior intervention supports – program called Mount SCORES. Within the program’s matrix, the school works to promote the expectation that students will be self-controlled, caring, open-minded, respectful, encouraging and safe. The monies received through the grant will be used to purchase reinforcements, as well as partially fund a school mascot to assist with reinforcing expected behaviors. Mount’s principal Kathryn White and social worker Sherri Lennon were instrumental in submitting the grant application. According to the organization’s website, more than 100 applications were received from school districts, school transportation departments and nonprofit organizations. Safe Fleet donated a total of $55,000 to applicants who presented the best strategies to stop bullying and inspire kindness in their communities. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154041 Thu, 06 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154041 No. 1 Ranked Fencer Ward Melville High School student Danny Solomon has earned athletic attention on the international level as he recently won the Cadet World Cup in fencing in Konin, Poland on Sept. 25. During the event, Danny competed against 180 international fencers to capture his first international gold. He is now ranked the No. 1 cadet male sabrist in the world. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154042 Thu, 06 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154042 Winning Readers For the second consecutive year, Minnesauke Elementary School has been named the winner of the “Emma Cup” for having the most elementary school participants in the Emma Clark Library annual summer reading program. “Students enjoy participating in the program and it encourages a lifelong love of reading,” said Taylor Kinsley, Minnesauke’s library information specialist. “We are so proud of our Minnesauke STAR readers.” The Cup will be housed in the Minnesauke school library to honor the students’ reading achievements. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154039 Wed, 05 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154039 National Recognition for Artists The artistic creations of Ward Melville High School’s 2016 yearbook staff earned national attention, as two students were recently honored for a design layout they created for the school’s book of memories. Senior Lauren Berlinghof and graduate Fangrui Tong were named finalists in the National Scholastic Press Association Yearbook Design of the Year Contest for their design spread “Green or Gold.” Contest winners will be announced in November at the National High School Journalism Convention. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154040 Wed, 05 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154040 Tackling Teen Issues P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students will perform their annual adolescent issue play on Friday, Oct. 7 at 7 p.m. in the school’s gymnasium. This year’s production, “Addict,” is an emotionally charged play that depicts the lives of a group of teenagers dealing with alcohol and substance abuse. All members of the community are invited to attend. Admission is $10 per family. Due to the sensitive nature of the program, the district asks that a parent or guardian accompany their children to the evening performance. The play, which is performed by a small cast of ninth-grade students, will also be performed for the school’s students during a daytime assembly. For a look inside the making of the production, please watch the short video clip below, which was created by former Gelinas theater student Paige Pearson. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154037 Tue, 04 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154037 New Nassakeag AP The district appointed Nancy Pickford as the new assistant principal at Nassakeag Elementary School. Ms. Pickford replaced Danielle Flaumenhaft, who accepted a principal position in another school district. Ms. Pickford is a familiar face at Nassakeag, having worked as an administrative intern in the building last winter and spring. A well-versed instructor, she spent 12 years of her career as a general education and special education classroom teacher before transitioning to leadership roles with Long Island University and St. Joseph’s College. Her experience as a preschool teacher will prove to be instrumental as well, as she will be working as the liaison for the Three Village Pre-K Program. “I am very excited to serve as the new assistant principal at Nassakeag Elementary School,” said Ms. Pickford. “It is a privilege to join the team of talented teachers and support staff at Nassakeag. As the year progresses, I look forward to meeting students and families, as well as becoming a member of the Three Village family!” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154038 Tue, 04 Oct 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154038 Empire State Excellence in Teaching Award Beloved Ward Melville High School mathematics teacher Pam O’Brien has been selected as an Empire State Excellence in Teaching Award winner and was presented with a check for $5,000 by New York’s Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul during a surprise in-class ceremony in September. “On behalf of the school district, I am extremely proud that the extraordinary talents of one of our district’s teachers has again been recognized at the state level,” said Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich, who was present during the ceremony. “Ms. O’Brien instills a love of mathematics in each of her students, and her passion for teaching is evident the moment you enter her classroom.” The award recognizes educational leaders who “exemplify the professional work of thousands of outstanding, progressive teachers and innovative educators striving to attain New York standards and success for all of their students.” The monetary grant will be used for opportunities for continued learning and professional endeavors. Ms. O’Brien, who was previously named a New York State Master Teacher, is a well-versed educator who has been teaching for the past 28 years. She currently teaches Math 10 Honors Theory and Advanced Placement Statistics. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics from SUNY Binghamton and a master’s in education from Dowling College. Ms. O’Brien, her husband and her three children are all graduates of Ward Melville. “I feel honored that I have been given the opportunity to teach in the community that I call home,” said Ms. O’Brien. “I work with an awesome group of colleagues, as well as an extremely supportive administration who have always encouraged and supported my endeavors. Most of all, I have been fortunate to work with students who constantly inspire me to be an even better teacher. Receiving this award will allow me to keep growing professionally so that I can keep bringing new ideas and innovations to the classroom.” “Ms. O’Brien has the ability to transform the world of mathematics into an exciting learning experience for our students,” said Principal Dr. Alan Baum. “Her creative and engaging lessons not only provide our scholars with a strong foundational knowledge of mathematics, but also strengthen their problem-solving abilities.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154036 Fri, 30 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154036 Dynamic Lesson Springboards Learning P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s seventh-grade technology classes have been learning about the complexity of aerodynamics – the study of how air resistance and drag affect an object – through a hands-on experiment. Using the scientific process, the students created paper hovercrafts, or skimmers, and tested their travel capabilities by launching them in the hallway. The students then made modifications to the device’s variables, including weight and wing design, to improve their hovercraft’s performance. The longest distance one traveled was 150 feet. “This served as a successful introduction to the effects a design can have on a product and how to best solve problems to come up with a better solution,” said teacher Dan Rieckhoff. “In the coming weeks, the class will create rubber band cars, which is a much more intricate project.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154034 Tue, 27 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154034 Prideful Patriot Homecoming Patriot pride was at an all time high when Ward Melville High School celebrated homecoming 2016. The weekend kicked off with a student pep rally on Friday afternoon and school spirit carried over to the community carnival held before the big football game on Saturday. Entertaining booths and displays created by representatives at each of the district’s schools and several high school organizations, blanketed the backfield at Ward Melville. Carnival attractions included spirited games, face-painting stations, bounce houses and an obstacle course. Before the varsity football team took to the field, students from each of the district’s elementary schools proudly entered the stadium to display their submissions to this year’s banner contest. This year’s contest was themed “50 Years Strong” in recognition of the district celebrating its 50th anniversary. During half time, Minnesauke Elementary School was announced as the winner of the competition. When the hometown Patriots took on the Patchogue-Medford Raiders, their weeks of preparation were evident. After a strong start, the Patriots earned a homecoming win and ended the game with a score of 35-22. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154035 Mon, 26 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154035 National Semifinalists In recognition of their academic performance, 15 Ward Melville High School seniors have been named semifinalists in the 2017 National Merit Scholarship Program. According to the program’s website, 1.6 million students entered this year’s competition by taking the PSAT/NMSQT, and only about 16,000 students earned the status of semifinalist. With this honor, these students now have the chance to continue in the competition and compete for some 7,500 National Merit Scholarships worth about $33 million. The district congratulates the following students: Sophia Abanov Hugh Ferguson Michelle Hu Albert Liu Kirti Nath Henry Nelson Sachin Patnaik Nikita Podobedov Isabelle Scott Annabel Shewan Michelle Sun Kavya Tangella Ray Wei Edward Yan Adora Zhang http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154033 Fri, 23 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154033 Official Notice Regarding Lead Testing The Three Village Central School District proactively initiated a thorough test of all potable water sources in each of its facilities in the spring of 2016. Upon receiving the results of this testing, the district immediately implemented a corrective action plan to address those locations found to have levels of lead above Environmental Protection Agency guidelines. The remediation work was completed before the start of the 2016-17 school year. This effort included removing the identified locations from service and installing filtered water bottle filling stations at each elementary and junior high school. These devices were previously installed at Ward Melville High School. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154032 Thu, 22 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154032 AP Honors for Scholars As a result of their outstanding Advanced Placement exam scores, the College Board has named 335 Ward Melville High School students AP Scholars. This impressive number includes current students as well as members of the Class of 2016. The honor is given to students based on the number of AP exams taken and the scores they received on those tests. The title of AP Scholar was bestowed upon 104 students, each of whom received scores of 3 or higher on three or more exams; 55 were named AP Scholars with Honor for receiving an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken and scores of 3 or higher on four or more exams; 144 were named AP Scholars with Distinction for earning an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken and scores of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams; and 30 were named National AP Scholars for receiving an average score of 4 on all AP exams taken and scores of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams. Class of 2016 graduates Alexander Douglas and Amanda Liu merited the high honor of being awarded AP International Diplomas, which are issued in recognition of students receiving scores of 3 or higher on five or more AP exams in three or more subject areas. “I am so proud of all of our students who challenged themselves on Advanced Placement exams,” said Principal Dr. Alan Baum. “Although we do not require students to sit for AP exams, it is great to see so many of them avail themselves of this opportunity. To have so many achieve AP Scholar with Distinction status is a testament to the caliber of students we have and the strong educational environment Ward Melville High School provides. Coupled with more than 600 students sitting for and passing college-level courses offered right here at Ward Melville, this speaks volumes about the rigorous course of studies our students take.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154031 Tue, 20 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154031 Back to School! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154029 Mon, 19 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154029 Gelinas Play “Addict” – Oct. 7 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154030 Mon, 19 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154030 Rocking Out on Broadway The district is proud to announce that W.S. Mount Elementary School sixth-grader Ava Della Pietra will star in the leading role of Summer, the band manager, in Broadway’s hit musical “School of Rock” for five shows this month. Ava can be seen in this role at the Winter Garden Theatre on the following days: Sunday, Sept. 18 – 1 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18 – 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 19 – 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21 – 2 p.m. For ticket information and more information about the show, please visit: http://us.schoolofrockthemusical.com/tickets. Ava has been a member of the show’s cast since its world premiere last November. Previously, she performed on the national stage as Little Cosette and Young Eponine in the 25th anniversary tour of “Les Misérables” and as Susan Waverly in the 2014 national tour of Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154028 Fri, 16 Sep 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154028 Learning About Lincoln Ward Melville High School 10th-grader Sahil Sangwan has been named one of three national Lincoln Forum Student Scholarship award winners. As an honoree, Sahil has been invited to attend the annual meeting of the Lincoln Forum, to be held in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania in November. Sahil, a history enthusiast, was selected for this honor based on his comprehensive application, which included a three-page letter outlining his interest in President Abraham Lincoln and his reflection on why he wanted to attend the forum. According to its website, the scholarship program recognizes outstanding elementary and high school students who have demonstrated academic and extracurricular excellence as well as an interest in the life and career of Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154026 Fri, 16 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154026 Helping to Beautify School Grounds Helping to create a warm and welcoming environment for the first day of school, Three Village students and sisters Abigail Wiederman (Setauket sixth-grader), Sarah Wiederman (P.J. Gelinas JHS eighth-grader) and Hannah Wiederman (Ward Melville HS 10th-grader) volunteered their time to beautify a garden at the entrance to Setauket Elementary School. The students, who each earned community service hours from the Girl Scouts of America in recognition of their efforts, weeded the bus circle gardens and planted seasonal flowers and decorative scarecrows. Sarah and Hannah are both working toward earning the Girl Scout Gold Award while Abigail is working on the Girl Scout Silver Award. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154024 Thu, 15 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154024 Pedestrian Safety Project Completed Through the efforts of the school district and the Town of Brookhaven, a pedestrian safety improvement and resurfacing project on Mud Road, across from Paul J. Gelinas Junior High School, was competed before the start of the school year. The cost for the project, which included the installation of a retaining wall to allow for new sidewalks and curbing, a drainage system, a crosswalk and electrical signal work, as well as the paving of Mud Road, was funded by the Town. “Residents in this neighborhood have been requesting additional sidewalks for the last decade,” said Brookhaven Town Highway Superintendent Daniel Losquadro. “I was grateful to be able to bring this project to fruition and create a safer environment for the many students who walk to and from the junior high school, as well as pedestrians in the area.” Sidewalks were added in front of the school and to the south; on the west side of Mud Road, sidewalks extend from the school to Brandywine Road. In addition to the new crosswalk, a decorative pole with flashing LED lights, activated by a push button, was installed to assist pedestrians crossing Mud Road. “The health and safety of our students and staff remain a top priority of the school district,” said Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich. “The district is grateful to the Town of Brookhaven for its work along Mud Road, a highly trafficked street in the community. This project will ensure our students’ safe passage to and from school, as well as enhance the overall walking safety around P. J. Gelinas Junior High School.” “I share many of the resident concerns about pedestrian safety in this particular area,” said Councilwoman Valerie Cartright. “I am pleased that students and other local residents who walk to Gelinas can now do so without the risks of walking in the street. We look forward to continuing to work with the community to improve pedestrian safety in our Town.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154025 Thu, 15 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154025 Absentee Ballots – Library Vote District residents who are on the Suffolk County Board of Elections absentee ballot list are hereby notified that the official ballots for the upcoming Emma S. Clark Memorial Library have been mailed. Due to a processing delay, the ballots were issued slightly later than usual. However, residents will have adequate time to submit their completed ballots before the voting deadline. We apologize for any inconvenience to the community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154027 Thu, 15 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154027 Secondary School Late Bus Information Click school for schedule: Ward Melville Late Bus Schedule-9.14.16 Gelinas Late Bus Schedule-9.14.16 Murphy Late Bus Schedule-9.14.16 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154023 Thu, 15 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154023 Capturing More Than Memories Ward Melville High School’s yearbook has a long and well-earned reputation for excellence, and recent honors bestowed upon the 2016 Invictus yearbook staff have raised the already high bar for the award-winning book of memories. The “Home or Away” photo spread included in the 2016 edition won grand-prize honors in the nationwide Jostens/Adobe Design Contest. Additionally, that layout and the “Zumba for Autism” design were named two of 10 finalists in the competition. To view the 10 finalists and Ward Melville’s grand prize-winning entry, visit: https://issuu.com/jostens/docs/161106_x_ybk_f_2016_indesign_contes/13?e=0 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154022 Tue, 13 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154022 Remembering 9/11 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154021 Mon, 12 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154021 Honoring Tenured Staff During their September meeting, the district’s Board of Education honored staff members who received tenure status as of the 2016-17 school year. Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich and Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources Dr. Gary Dabrusky praised the educators for their dedication and commitment to their profession. Each staff member received a commemorative token of appreciation on behalf of the district from Board of Education President William F. Connors Jr. Congratulations to the following newly tenured Three Village professionals: Sari Assail – Reading, W.S. Mount Elementary School Jennifer Cowen – Teaching Assistant, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Allyson Konczynin – Library/Media Specialist, W.S. Mount Elementary School Christine Liguori – Teaching Assistant, Ward Melville High School Nicholas Matros ¬– Foreign Languages, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Joseph Pulaski – Special Education, Arrowhead Elementary School Andrea Re – Math, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School/Three Village Academy Deidre Rubenstrunk – Library/Media Specialist, Setauket Elementary School Dr. Jose Salazar – Psychologist, Ward Melville High School http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154018 Fri, 09 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154018 Superintendent’s Welcome Back Message Dear Residents, It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the 2016-2017 school year. Since the last bell rang in June, our building staff has been working diligently to prepare for the start of the new school year. From our teachers working collaboratively on curriculum writing projects, to our custodians who have been busy readying our facilities for the arrival of students, the summer months have been full of activity. Beginning this September, district students will have the chance to participate in a number of new and exciting courses. The computer science program introduced at Ward Melville High School last year has been expanded to include a junior high school component; business electives at the high school have increased to include offerings such as Virtual Enterprise and web and application design; and the American Sign Language program at the secondary level has expanded. Furthermore, in an effort to provide additional support to our students, the district has created writing centers at each junior high school, expanded the high school writing center and enhanced elementary math AIS support services. In addition to the curricular updates, the district completed several facility projects in time for the start of school. With the health and well-being of our students and staff in mind, the district has installed filtered water bottle filling stations at each of our elementary schools, similar to those that were already installed at Ward Melville High School. Additionally, as a result of New York State Bullet Aid secured for Three Village by State Sen. John J. Flanagan, the district has purchased new refillable water bottles for each student and staff member. As this year marks the district’s 50th anniversary, I hope you join me in celebrating our school’s rich history and the golden opportunities that await our students and staff this year. Sincerely, Cheryl Pedisich Superintendent of Schools http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154019 Fri, 09 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154019 Inn Express Student Art Exhibit This year’s Holiday Inn Express Student Art Exhibit will run from October 17-20 at the Holiday Inn Express on Route 347. The showcase will feature artwork created by the district’s kindergarten through ninth-grade students. A special artist reception will be held on Monday, October 17 from 6-7 pm. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154017 Thu, 08 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154017 Three Village Has An App!! As part of our ongoing commitment to communicating with stakeholders we'vedeveloped our very own District App. TheThree Village School District App is designed to provide quick and easy access to school and district information including calendars, lunch menus, school events, notifications and frequently used links, such as the Campus Portal. Download the app today on your mobile device! Click here for directions on allowing push notifications(to be set after installing the app). http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153620 Thu, 08 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153620 New School Year Underway With bright smiles and new school supplies in hand, district students and staff officially started the 2016-2017 school year on Sept. 6. From the youngest scholars, who arrived aboard yellow school buses to start their academic journey, to the seniors who began their final months of study, the year was off to a great start in the district’s eight school buildings as students quickly settled into their new routines. Several new initiatives will be introduced in the district this year, including an expanded computer science program and supporting writing centers at the junior high school level, as well as new high school business electives. The district is looking forward to a successful year ahead, working with the community’s young scholars and nation’s future leaders. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154016 Wed, 07 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154016 Fall Community Swim Program Registration for the Fall Community Swim Program will take place on Monday, September 12, 2016. Residents 6:00 pm and non-residents 7:00 pm. Click here for more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154015 Tue, 06 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154015 A Lawful Victory A team of five incoming Ward Melville High School 10th-graders – Kian Abbott, Gabrielle Barry, Thomas DiPietro, Samuel Kim and Kevin Xu – took an up-close look at the justice system and captured top honors during a five-day EDNY Justice Institute program at the federal courthouse in Central Islip this summer. During the program, the students learned about all aspects of law enforcement and legal advocacy by working with experienced lawyers and meeting with professionals such as U.S. Marshals and FBI investigators. The week ended in a challenging mock trial competition, during which teams were assigned to represent the defense or prosecution in two cases. The top two teams went on to compete head-to-head in the final round. Three Village’s team was awarded first place at the end of the championship round. “This was a great experience and I learned a lot from my teammates,” said Thomas. “I really enjoyed competing in the mock trial and talking to the professionals in attendance. By learning more about the career and gaining this experience, I now know that I really want to be a lawyer in the future.” More than 80 students representing 23 high schools on Long Island participated in the program, which was spearheaded by U.S. District Judge Joseph Bianco and sponsored by the Eastern District of New York, Touro College and the Federal Bar Association. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154012 Fri, 02 Sep 2016 06:00:00 GMT false154012 Celebrating 50 Years The district kicked off its 50th anniversary celebration with the following video, which was shown during superintendent’s conference day. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154499 Fri, 02 Sep 2016 06:00:00 GMT false154499 New Teachers Attend Summer Orientation As a jump-start to the new school year, the district hosted a two-day comprehensive orientation program for the district’s 27 new teachers. The program, facilitated by teacher mentors Brenda Lamiroult, Leanne Perry and Dawn Alexander, consisted of various activities, informational pieces, and an introduction to the administration and leadership within the district. Over the course of the two days, each teacher received a copy of the New Teacher Handbook, participated in hands-on technology training, attended an overview on My Learning Plan, and learned about district policies and procedures, including APPR. Additionally, they received an overview of the district’s curriculum and instructional practices, were briefed on the services offered through the pupil personnel and special education departments, and learned more about the supports offered through the Three Village Mentor Program. Reflecting upon their personal experiences, two second-year teachers spoke about the support and help they received through the district’s mentor program and two Ward Melville High School incoming juniors spoke about the positive impact the district has had on their educational careers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154013 Fri, 02 Sep 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154013 Preparing for the New School Year Faculty and staff members came together to commence the 2016-17 school year and participate in a series of professional development programs during this year’s Superintendent’s Conference Day, held in early September. The program began with a welcome address from Board of Education President William F. Connors Jr. In his message, Mr. Connors reflected on the district’s hallmark 50th anniversary, saying, “As we begin a new year, let us remember that excellence is not a destination, it is a continuous journey that never ends.” Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich echoed his sentiments and reflected proudly upon the advancements the district has made over the last 50 years. “Our success as a district has been a journey filled with innovative ideas…We are fortunate that creativity and ingenuity have always been embraced and encouraged,” she said. “I want each of you to feel empowered to try something new, to embrace your passions and to encourage the same in your students. You may not achieve your goal on the first try, but know that we will support you as you support the students who struggle before they succeed.” Prior to attending faculty meetings in their respective buildings, the staff attended technology and emergency management training workshops. Kerrin Welch-Pollera, executive director of instructional technology, and Laura Pimentel, district data coordinator and assistant director for instructional technology, spoke about data privacy laws and the efforts each employee can make to protect students’ personal information. Security and Safety Coordinator Jack Blaum spoke about the importance of having situational awareness, the steps to take during an emergency and the district’s new crisis management application. He also offered refreshing information on Safe Schools Against Violence in Education, Dignity for All Students Act and Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154014 Fri, 02 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154014 Suffolk County Narcan Training Classes Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone and Dr. James Tomarken, Commissioner of Health, are encouraging residents to take advantage of scheduled opioid overdose prevention program-narcan training classes. The training, which meets New York State Department of Health requirements, will enable participants to recognize an opioid overdose, administer intranasal Narcan and take additional steps until EMS arrives. Participants will receive a certificate of completion and an emergency resuscitation kit that includes nasal Narcan. The classes will take place as follows: Central Islip Friday, September 16, 2016, 6:30 p.m. -7:30 p.m. Central Islip Library 33 Hawthorne Ave Central Islip, NY 11722 RSVP required register (631) 234-9333 Ext 116 or 117 Hauppauge Monday, September 19, 2016, 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Suffolk County Dept. of Health Services, Office of Health Education 725 Veterans Highway, Bldg. C-928 Hauppauge, NY 11788 RSVP To Wanda Ortiz: wanda.ortiz@suffolkcountyny.gov Learn more about the program; watch “Saving One Life at a Time with Narcan at Suffolk’s Opioid Overdose Prevention Program.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154011 Fri, 02 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154011 Remembering Gabriella P.J. Gelinas Junior High School staff members came together before the start of school to dedicate a new, beautified garden at the school’s main entrance to former seventh-grader Gabriella Beals-Reid. During the ceremony, Principal William Bernhard spoke fondly of the young student and made note of her varied accomplishments and the positive impact she had on the school community. With the help of Assistant Principal Corinne Keane, Mr. Bernhard released a single balloon into the air and revealed the inscribed plaque located at the front of the garden. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154020 Fri, 02 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154020 Summer Orientations Kick Off New Year As summer vacation drew to a close, the district’s incoming seventh- and 10th-grade students had the chance to learn about their new schools during orientation programs held at Ward Melville High School and R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools. Members of each school’s administration were on hand to answer the incoming students’ questions and help them navigate the building. In addition, upperclassman volunteers were available to help their younger peers locate classrooms and open lockers for the first time. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154498 Fri, 02 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154498 Fall Driver Education Registration Information - Sept. 7 & 8 Seniors: Wednesday September 7th, 2pm WMHS Cafeteria Juniors: Thursday September 8th, 2pm WMHS Cafeteria CLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION FORM http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154497 Thu, 01 Sep 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154497 Start of Year – Transportation Information The district looks forward to welcoming our students back to school on Tuesday, Sept. 6. Due to the expansion of the transportation policy this year to benefit all families, we encourage all parents and students to be mindful of the possibility of transportation delays during the first week of school as our drivers familiarize themselves with new bus routes. In addition to the stops that have been added for the 2016-17 school year, we traditionally find this week to be an adjustment period for families sending their children to school for the first time, as well as those looking to preserve the memorable experience on camera. The district appreciates your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the smoothest and safest start to the new school year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154496 Mon, 22 Aug 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154496 District Teachers and Staff Can Now Access Safety Plans On Their Mobile Devices Three Village Central School District Teachers and Staff Can Now Access Safety Plans On Their Mobile Devices District Increases Communication, Access and Flexibility for Emergency Plans and Event Safety Procedures with SchoolDude Crisis Manager SchoolDude, a Dude Solutions company and leading provider of education operations management solutions, today announced that Three Village Central School District, in Long Island, N.Y., isusing its mobile safety platformCrisisManager. With the mobile app, the school district can dynamically share emergency protocols and event safety procedures with faculty, staff, parents, students and first responders. Previously using paper-based safety materials and flip charts to communicate emergency plans, CrisisManager ensures Three Village Central School District’s procedures are updated and accurate for its more than7,000 students across nine K-12 school buildings. Detailed plans are provided on the mobile app for inclement weather, violent incidents, medical emergencies, evacuation procedures and other crisis situations. “We are committed to providing a secure environment for students, staff and visitors on our school grounds and offering the most up-to-date safety information,” said JackBlaum, Safety and Security Coordinator at Three Village Central School District. “Making critical procedures, including post-incident response plans, available on mobile devices helps our school community prepare for any emergency.” Each safety plan is building-specific and tailored for an individual’s specific responsibilities or needs. General guidelines for how to handle a lockdown, evacuation or medical emergency, as well as incident reporting features, are also available. For special events like prom and graduation, Three Village Central School District is using CrisisManager to help make safety procedures readily available. “Providing special event plans via CrisisManager helps us quickly communicate where faculty should direct attendees to go during an emergency, what radio frequency to use with first responders, and more. Previously, we gave large paperpacketsof event guidelines to faculty and volunteers, which was not conducive to event environments,” addedBlaum. 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For more information, please visithttp://www.dudesolutions.com. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154495 Sun, 14 Aug 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154495 NYS 3-8 English and Math Scores Scores for students, who were in grades 3 through 8 last school year, that took the New York State Assessments in English and math are now available to be viewed on the parent portal. Test scores are located in the Assessment area. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154494 Mon, 08 Aug 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154494 Summer 2016 Newsletter Now Available! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154493 Thu, 28 Jul 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154493 Fall Continuing Education Offerings Please follow this link to view the Fall 2016 Continuing Education Brochure. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154492 Wed, 27 Jul 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154492 Board Ushers in New Year The district’s Board of Education convened for its annual reorganization meeting on July 13 and commenced the night by celebrating several athletic accomplishments achieved during the 2015-16 school year. Ward Melville High School’s boys varsity golf team was celebrated for earning back-to-back Suffolk County and Long Island Championships; the varsity girls track and field 4x400 relay team was honored for setting a new school record and qualifying for the state championship; and the boys lacrosse team was honored for winning the Suffolk County and Long Island Championship, as well as being a runner-up in the New York State Championship. During the meeting, William F. Connors Jr., Irene Gische and Inger Germano were re-elected to serve as Board president, vice president and district clerk pro-tem, respectively. Board members Jonathan Kornreich and Angelique Ragolia were also officially sworn in and began to serve their new three-year terms of office. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154491 Wed, 20 Jul 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154491 Lead Testing Results Letter to Community and FAQ http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154490 Mon, 18 Jul 2016 21:45:00 GMT false154490 Grades 1-6 Elementary Class Placement Information Available on July 15, 2016 Class placement information for the 16-17 school year will be made available on the Campus Portal on Friday, July 15, 2016 following the schedule below. **The schedules will not be made available before the posted time. Parents, please do not try and log on before the times noted above! This staggered schedule helps to prevent too much traffic on the server at one time. Minnesauke Elementary School 8:00 am ArrowheadElementary School 9:00 am Mount Elementary School 10:00 am Nassakeag Elementary School 11:00 am Setauket Elementary School 12:00 pm http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154489 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154489 Congratulations Graduates! A Message From The Superintendent http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154488 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154488 Champions on the Green Ward Melville High School’s varsity golf team scored a hole in one this season as they were named Suffolk County and Long Island Team Champions for the second consecutive year. In addition to this group accomplishment, Gerald Mackedon was named the Boys Golf Individual Suffolk County Champion and was the runner-up at the state championship by one stroke. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154485 Tue, 12 Jul 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154485 Pre-K Expanded for 2016-17 Enrollment in the SCOPE at Three Village Pre-kindergarten Program, which is housed at Nassakeag Elementary School, has commenced for the 2016-17 school year. The program began in the 2015-16 school year and will be expanded for 2016-17 to not only include a 4-year-old program but also a 3-year-old program. The 4-year-old program will run five days a week, for a half-day session (2.5 hours) at a cost of $300 per month. The 3-year-old program will run three days a week, also for a half-day session at a cost of $215 per month. Each of the classes will be staffed by a NYS Certified teacher and teaching assistant. In addition to the daily staff, special education instructional teachers, an occupational therapist and a speech therapist will assist students requiring additional support. Classrooms are fully equipped with interactive whiteboard and SMART Board tables, in addition to the academic materials, which enhance lessons and playtime. Both programs, engage students in a play-based pre-K activities that infuse the NYS Prekindergarten Foundations for the Common Core into their daily instruction to ensure the development of necessary social and academic skills. Teachers use a balanced literacy approach to reading instruction, including guided reading groups for students who are ready to read and small writing groups for students to begin to develop their ideas through pictures and print. Socially, the classroom teachers provide many opportunities for group play each day. The students will participate in morning meetings, small group instruction and independent play, where they begin to navigate new friendships. Throughout the course of the year, there are many opportunities for the students to be exposed to various aspects of the Three Village community on the building level and beyond. Last year, students participated in all appropriate cultural arts programs including plays, musical performances by Nassakeag students and visits from the local fire department, police department and Stony Brook EMS. The classes took one field trip to Benner’s Farm, where they learned about local animals and plants. For more information about the program, please review the presentation below or visit the district’s pre-K information page here. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154486 Tue, 12 Jul 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154486 ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS ENROLLED IN ALGEBRA II/TRIGONOMENTRY Three Village is offering a summer preparation course for any student who is enrolled in the Algebra II/Trigonometry Regents class for the 2016-2017 school year. This three-week course will begin on July 25th and end on August 11th. The class runs from 8:30 to 10 am, Monday through Thursday. Any student enrolled in Algebra II/Trigonometry for the upcoming year is invited to attend. Attendance in this review class is not mandatory, but the course is designed to review the content in preparation for the Algebra II/Trigonometry curriculum. The class will cover Common Core topics from Algebra I and Geometry, and will also review other skills in preparation for the Algebra II/Trigonometry Common Core Curriculum. Please contact the Office of Educational Services at (631)730-4060 to register for this course. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154487 Tue, 12 Jul 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154487 New Beginnings for Class of 2016 The Ward Melville High School Class of 2016 received thunderous applause as they marched past proud parents, family members, friends and educators to the sounds of “Pomp and Circumstance” at this year’s graduation ceremony. Valedictorian Jeffrey Michel and salutatorian Ariel Long reflected upon their time in the district and shared words of advice with their fellow graduates. Student Government President Joseph Hines presented the class gift of new picnic tables for the stadium, and senior David Fraas led the audience in a moving performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Both Principal Dr. Alan Baum and Board of Education President William F. Connors Jr. delivered welcome addresses and encouraged the class to strive to reach their dreams. The students were then called individually to the dais to receive their diplomas before turning their graduation tassels in unison with the direction of class representative Amanda Franko. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154484 Mon, 27 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154484 Ward Melville High School Athletic Hall of Fame The district is now accepting nomination forms for the 2016-17 induction ceremony. Please see the attached nomination form for details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154483 Fri, 24 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154483 Summer Program Information Information about programs running over the summer can be found here. Have a wonderful, safe summer!! See you on September 6! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154482 Fri, 24 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154482 Très Bien Eight Ward Melville High School students were honored this June for their academic success on the National French Exam. At an awards ceremony at Half Hollow High School East, the following students were recognized for placing in the top 10 percent nationally. Level 4 – 11th Grade Honors Ian Baram – Silver Medal, Placed 2 Sachin Patnaik – Bronze Medal, Placed 3 Level 5 – Advance Placement Maya Fischer – Silver Medal, Placed 2 Ariel Leong – Bronze Medal, Placed 3 Natalie Butkevich – Placed 5 Corey Emery – Placed 6 Zaid Rahman – Placed 8 Sarah Sun – Placed 9 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154480 Thu, 23 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154480 Moving Up to WMHS The gymnasium at R.C. Murphy Junior High School and front lawn at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School were filled with proud parents, family members and friends as the buildings’ ninth-grade classes celebrated moving up to high school with ceremonies this June. During Murphy’s ceremony, many students were honored for success in academic subjects, as well as physical fitness, volunteer service and acts of character. Additionally, several TVTA monetary awards were presented, student-vocalists provided a musical interlude and the ninth-graders presented their class gift of spirit banners to decorate the school grounds. At the end of the ceremony, each student was called to the dais to receive his or her moving up certificate. At P.J. Gelinas, musicians performed a tribute to this year’s school musical, “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang,” and the selection “We’ll Never Say Goodbye.” Student speaker Amy Lynch shared reflections of her class’s time at Gelinas, and the ninth-graders were individually presented with moving up certificates. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154481 Thu, 23 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154481 Honored for Service Hundreds of district students were praised and commended this June for their philanthropic actions and presented with the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. This national award is issued for service hours accumulated during a 12-month time period. According to the official criteria, the awards are offered in multiple levels and are designed to recognize each milestone of service. Levels include bronze, silver, gold and the highest honor, the President’s Lifetime Achievement Award, for those who contribute more than 4,000 hours of service in their lifetime. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154477 Wed, 22 Jun 2016 05:00:00 GMT false154477 Capturing Memories Nassakeag Elementary School fourth-graders in Robbin Teitelbaum’s class worked to preserve some of their childhood memories by creating time capsules at the end of the school year. The students filled the boxes with a book about their current self, including lists of their favorite things, details about their personality, who they admire, names of their best friends and a reflection on what they would change in the world. They also included copies of any awards they received during the year, pictures, clippings of current events and a letter to their future self and parents. Once filled, they wrapped their capsules and wrote specific instructions to their future self not to open the box until their senior year of high school. The project has become a tradition in Ms. Teitelbaum’s class and former students return each June to unveil the boxes they created when they were young fourth-graders. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154478 Wed, 22 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154478 Stepping Up, Standing Out Sixth-grade students took a step up the academic ladder as they participated in commemorative moving up ceremonies at their respective buildings this June. During the events, the students collectively reflected on their time in elementary school and looked toward their first year of junior high with anticipation and excitement. Principals and administrators in attendance praised the sixth-graders for their dedication to their academics, involvement in community service and ambition for their futures. Before the programs concluded, each student was presented with a commemorative moving up certificate and several were honored with achievement awards and scholarships on behalf of the Three Village Teachers Association. As their last official act as sixth-graders, the classes joined together to give a musical performance. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154479 Wed, 22 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154479 Mathematical Win P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students William Sun, Ben Templeton, Grant Yu, Rebecca Zhang and Nancy Zhong represented their school and community well as they competed in the 2016 Museum of Mathematics’ Tournament of Champions this spring. The team qualified for the event after their first-place finish in the Suffolk County Regional Tournament, held on Pi Day, March 14. The contest consisted of individual, team and relay rounds with extremely challenging math questions in each portion. As a result of their hard work and dedication, the Gelinas team placed second out of the 12 championship teams that qualified from other regions. The team was joined at the contest by teacher Stan Hanscom. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154476 Tue, 21 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154476 History Comes Alive Minnesauke Elementary School students in Kara Gorski's fourth-grade class brought history out of the textbooks during this year’s annual Revolutionary Wax Museum project. Leading up to the event, the students researched a historical figure and drafted biographies on their lives. During the museum, the students stood still – as if set in wax – until a visitor tapped on their desk to make them come to life. Once animated, the students spoke about the figure that they embodied. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154473 Mon, 20 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154473 Quilting History In advance of their participation in this year’s Elementary Living Book Project, the fifth-grade students in Barbara Kmiotek’s class at Nassakeag Elementary School created a six-foot long paper quilt displaying 19 major battles from the Civil War. To create the quilt, the students each selected and researched facts about the battles and incorporated their research into large paper squares. Each square included battle dates, key facts, maps and pictures on the highlighted battle. The completed components were joined together and two decorative side columns were added to complete the design. “I found it very interesting to visually see how many battles there were in the Civil War,” said Ally Larson. “I really love American history and found it so interesting to learn how divided the country was at the time of the Civil War and how many lives were lost,” added Thomas Loughlin. This year’s Living Book Project centered on the book “Bull Run,” and joined district fifth-graders together in a day of conversation, collaborative work and interactive workshops. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154474 Mon, 20 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154474 Environmentally Conscious In order to raise awareness of the multitude of environmental concerns plaguing the planet, R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh-grade science classes completed a final quarter project focused on topics in environmental science. During the multiweek project, the students researched a current environmental issue or concern, conducted an environmental experiment or completed a citizen science project aimed at making the world a safer, healthier place. Projects spanned such topics as the study of bacteria and pollution in Long Island waters, tips for preventing wildfires and soils effect on the PH of water. At the completion of their work, each student was required to visually display their findings on presentation boards. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154475 Mon, 20 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154475 Donations to Children’s Hospital Earlier this year, Minnesauke Elementary School’s and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s National Junior Art Honor Societies collaborated to create 24 artistically painted lily pad shaped platforms for the bottoms of IV stands and recently donated the creations to Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. The heavy-duty wooden bases aim to provide long-term pediatric patients with a fun surface to sit and ride upon while walking through the hospital hallways; providing an alternative to traditional wheelchairs. The group is pictured here with the final products when they gifted them to the hospital. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154471 Fri, 17 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154471 Honoring Athletes Ward Melville High School seniors Alexandra Stein and Pat Morelli were presented with the Butch Dellecave Award by the Suffolk Sports Hall of Fame this June. The annual award is presented to two outstanding student-athletes who are dedicated academic students, as well as great citizens. The students are pictured here with Guy Dellecave and Mark Dellecave, sons of Butch. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154472 Fri, 17 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154472 Celebrating Flag Day Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff gathered together to celebrate the nation’s stars and stripes during a patriotic Flag Day celebration on June 14. To commence the program, members of the Girl Scouts proudly marched through the crowd displaying decorative flags while members of the Boy Scouts assisted several veterans with a flag rising ceremony. Each student in attendance proudly held a miniature American flag at their seats throughout the program and most supported their patriotism by wearing clothing showcasing the nation’s colors – red, white and blue. The event featured several musical selections performed by the school’s advanced band and younger grade levels, as well as an informative presentation on America’s White Table of Remembrance and the recipe for an American flag. The winners of the building’s writing and art contests were announced and each student was presented with a commemorative certificate and American flag from the veterans in attendance. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154283 Fri, 17 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154283 Ward Melville Athletics Spring Recap 2016 The district takes great pride in sharing the following highlights from the Ward Melville High School 2016 spring athletic season. The following teams were named New York State Scholar-Athlete Teams: Varsity Girls Lacrosse Varsity Boys Lacrosse Varsity Boys Tennis Varsity Girls Spring Track Varsity Boys Spring Track Varsity Girls Golf Varsity Boys Golf Boys Varsity Lacrosse Suffolk County Champions Long Island Champions Downstate Champions State Finalists Boys Golf Gerald Mackedon - Boys Golf Individual Suffolk County Champion Team County Champions Long Island Champions Boys Track 4 x 800 team comprised of Ted Lane, Mike Reilly, Danny Ryan and Eric Zulkofske named Division Champs Baseball League Champs Boys Tennis League Champs Division III Champs Big Four Semifinalist Dan Meinster – Division III Champ Tyler Ancona and Cameron Dean – Division III Doubles Champ Girls Track 4 x 400 Relay Team comprised of Ally Gaedje, Liz Radke, Sam Rutt and Sam Sturgess set a new school record and qualified for the State Championships 4 x 800 Team comprised of Liz Radke, Sam Rutt, Shannon Ryan and Ashley Warakomski were named Track Division Champs Gymnastics Cydney Crasa – National All-Around Champion Individual Honors All League/Division-37 All Conference-6 All County-19 All State-2 All Long Island –TBD For a full list of names, please click here: http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154284 Thu, 16 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154284 Tapped into Technology http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154281 Thu, 16 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154281 Local Star Performs at TONY Awards W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth-grader Ava Della Pietra has continued to shine and accomplish her dreams this year as a member of the hit Broadway show “School of Rock – The Musical.” This June, she brought great pride to the community when she took to the stage as part of the production’s ensemble and performed one of the show’s musical numbers during the 70th annual Tony Awards. In case you missed the national broadcast, a replay of the performance can be seen here. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154469 Thu, 16 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154469 Celebrating Scholarly Achievements At its early June meeting, the district’s Board of Education and administration honored and celebrated several prestigious academic honors bestowed upon Three Village students this spring. Ward Melville High School’s, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School and R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Science Olympiad teams and their coaches were praised for numerous awards they amassed this competition season. In their respective divisions, Ward Melville completed the year ranked 24th in the nation, second in the New York State and first in the Eastern Long Island Region; Gelinas finished the year ranked 10th in the nation and first both in New York State and the Eastern Long Island Region; Murphy was ranked fourth in the state and second in the Eastern Long Island Region. All teams earned numerous medals at each of the contests they participated in this year. P.J. Gelinas Junior High School scholars David Futcher, William Sun and Justin Zhang achieved honorable mention status in the DuPont Challenge, a science essay competition that calls for students to express ways to keep the global population supplied with food, safety and clean energy. Rounding out the night of celebrations were two young students who have made a national name for themselves in the history competition circuit. W.S. Mount Elementary School students Neal Carpino and Matthew Chen were celebrated for advancing to compete in the National History Bee and scoring in the top eight in the elementary division of the Regional Finals. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154470 Thu, 16 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154470 National Spotlight After capturing victories on the regional and state levels, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s and Ward Melville High School’s Science Olympiad Teams represented the school district and Long Island at the national tournament this spring. As a result of their dedication and talents, Gelinas placed 10th in the nation and took home medals in the following events: Fossils, third-place; Reach for the Stars, third-place; Bio Process Lab, fourth-place; Crave the Wave, fifth-place; Disease Detective, second-place; Food Science, second-place; and Scrambler, fifth-place. Ward Melville placed 24th in the nation and won medals in the following events: Experimental Design, first-place, and Write It/Do It, fifth-place. The National Science Olympiad Tournament was held at the University of Wisconsin-Stout and each division (middle and high school) included 60 teams from nearly every state in the nation. Two teams from New York qualified for the national tournament by placing first or second in the state contest. Each team consisted of 15 members who competed in 23 events. Medals were awarded to the top six places for each event. Earlier this year, Gelinas placed first in the Eastern Long Island Regional Tournament and first in New York State. Ward Melville was ranked first at the Eastern Long Island Regional competition and second in New York State. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154282 Wed, 15 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154282 Helping Hands R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high school’s Foreign Language Honor Society joined together with the Murphy National Junior Honor Society to collect much-needed items for the victims of the earthquake in Ecuador. Together, the groups filled 15 huge boxes with nonperishables items, including batteries, baby wipes, diapers, Band-Aids and soap. After collecting the items from classmates, the society members organized and boxed the donations, which were then delivered for transport to JFK airport. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154276 Wed, 15 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154276 Growing a Sustainable Garden http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154280 Tue, 14 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154280 Cultivating Kindness Arrowhead Elementary School students and staff regularly engage in meaningful learning opportunities surrounding their character education mindset of “cultivating kindness.” Last spring, Arrowhead staff dedicated and planted a cherry tree in memory of a beloved teaching assistant, Florence Cianfarano, who lost her battle to breast cancer. Florence worked with special education students at Arrowhead for over 10 years and is fondly remembered for her strength, warmth and compassion. To help ensure the tree grows fully, Arrowhead Garden Club, which is run by Angela Campo, has maintained the tree and has created a beautiful memorial garden with tulips, inspirational messages painted on stones and a white picket enclosure. The space was dedicated in Florence’s memory and serves as a daily reminder for all to “cultivate kindness.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154274 Mon, 13 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154274 Technology Infused Learning First-grade students in Dawn Gaedje’s class at W.S. Mount Elementary School brought literacy out of the textbooks during a recent cross-curricular project. During a readers’ workshop, the students learned about reading with emotion and how to show feeling through their words. To help further their oral fluency, each student created an MP3 recording of some of their favorite stories and fashioned artistic replicas of themselves holding the highlighted book. The finished pieces were put on display in the school’s main hallway, along with a QR code for visitors to scan and listen to the recorded books. The class hopes the project will begin an audio book collection for kindergartners in the school library for incoming first-graders to enjoy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154275 Mon, 13 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154275 Exploring Careers For the fourth- through sixth-graders at Nassakeag Elementary School, the question “What do you want to be when you grow up?” became a little easier to answer following their participation in this year’s Career Day. The program, which has become a tradition at the school, offered the students the chance to attend two interactive workshop sessions that featured 18 different types of careers. This year’s program included specialties such as neonatal nurse, professional chefs and professions in the areas of STEM, including oral surgery, planetary science and statistics. As a special component to this year’s program, comedian and actor Rosie O’Donnell also presented two workshops and a follow up assembly with the students. During each of these presentations, Ms. O’Donnell encouraged the students to always follow their dreams, set goals for their futures and build a strong support system – namely comprised of family, friends and trusted teachers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154273 Fri, 10 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154273 Record Setters Ward Melville High School's Girls Track 4x400 Relay Team has set a new school record and qualified for the State Championships in Syracuse. The district congratulates Sam Rutt, Liz Radke, Ally Gaedje and Sam Sturgess on this accomplishment. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154277 Thu, 09 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154277 Champions Head to States Ward Melville High School varsity boys lacrosse team is headed to the state finals after winning the New York State semifinal round. The Long Island Champions finished the latest game with a score of 16-6 over Lakeland and will now play Victor on June 11 at Middeltown High School in upstate NY. The district wishes the Patriots the best of luck! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154278 Thu, 09 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154278 Living History Nearly 100 district fifth-graders learned about one of the most famous battles of the Civil War during this year’s interactive and hands-on Elementary Living Book Project. During the event, students from Arrowhead, Minnesauke, Nassakeag and Setauket elementary schools came together to participate in activities surrounding the book “Bull Run.” The program commenced with a reader’s theater event, which highlighted the different characters and themes from the book, along with important events that transpired. Throughout the remainder of the day, the students visited three different workshops; they created quilts and learned about wax stamping, traveled through a simulated underground railroad and created an informed action art piece. “I liked when we made the letters because we got to write in pen and stamp the letter closed with colored hot glue but my favorite thing in the field trip was the underground railroad,” said Arrowhead fifth-grader Evan Meinsen. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154272 Thu, 09 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154272 SACC Registration for the 2016-17 School Year Begins Monday, June 13 The open registration period for the SACC Program for the 2016-17 school year begins Monday, June 13 and ends July 15. For more information and to download the registration form, click here. Registration may also be done on-line at myschoolbucks.com. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154279 Thu, 09 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154279 National Writing Recognition In recognition of their outstanding writing skills, six secondary students have been selected as winners in the 2016 National Council of Teachers of English writing contests. Ward Melville High School juniors Kirti Nath and Michal Zadok were honored in the NCTE’s Achievement Awards in Writing Program while P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-graders Sydney Korsen, Natalia Newton and Anushka Rajagopalan, as well as R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grader Karen Xie, earned recognition in the Promising Young Writers Program. For the contests, each student submitted two pieces of writing, which were evaluated by national judges on content, purpose, audience, tone, word choice, organization, development and style. Each winner received a certificate of recognition. Nationwide, 264 high school juniors were selected from a pool of 533 nominees for recognition for outstanding writing and 122 eighth-graders were selected to be honored from a pool of 159 candidates. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154270 Wed, 08 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154270 Supporting a Cure R.C. Murphy Junior High School and W.S. Mount Elementary School showed their support for this year’s Ride for Life awareness campaign by creating signs and cheering on participants as they rode past the respective schools this spring. Students and staff members cheered for the cause as those battling ALS and their families participated in the annual event, which seeks to create awareness of the disease and fundraise for a cure. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154271 Wed, 08 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154271 Honored Educator Minnesauke Elementary School fifth-grade teacher Kate Hunter has been awarded the Margaret Simon Award for Excellence in Elementary Social Studies Education for 2016, given to an outstanding elementary school teacher by the Long Island Council for the Social Studies. Nominated by the building principal, Dr. Brian Biscari and the Director for Social Studies Dr. Paul Gold, Ms. Hunter has been recognized by the organization for her strong commitment to and emphasis of social studies in the elementary classroom. Ms. Hunter will be recognized at the Long Island Council for the Social Studies awards dinner in early June. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154269 Tue, 07 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154269 Poets Honored Five district junior high school students have been named winners in the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association's 13th annual Student Poetry Contest, “A Child Went Forth.” This year’s honorees included P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grader Abdullah Nauman, ninth-grader Elizabeth Concepcion and R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-graders Kelsey Ge, Ari Nezaria and Varsha Talanki. There were more than 3,000 entries to the contest this year. These students will receive their awards in early June at the Walt Whitman Birthplace in Huntington Station. During the ceremony, the students will also attend a poetry reading from Robert Pinsky, a nationally recognized poet and Walt Whitman Birthplace Association 2016 Poet-in-Residence. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154268 Mon, 06 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154268 Traveling the World http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154265 Mon, 06 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154265 ‘Annie’ Captivates Audiences W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth- and sixth-grade student-actors took to the stage this May to perform the beloved musical “Annie Jr.” The students rehearsed under the guidance of directors and teachers Gretchen Tranchino and Daniel Hayes since mid-November to perfect the show’s dialogue and musical numbers as well as learn complex dance routines with the help of teacher and choreographer Lauren Horn. In addition to the actors on stage, several students worked behind the scenes as members of the stage crew with the help of teacher Melissa Levenson. From the opening number to the familiar songs in between, including “It’s the Hard Knock Life” and “Tomorrow,” the show was a hit with all ages. The cast of approximately 55 students performed the musical during one daytime and two evening shows for packed audiences. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154267 Fri, 03 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154267 Sex Offender Notification June 2016 Please click to open letter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154266 Fri, 03 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154266 Musicians Take Home Trophies P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high school’s student-musicians showcased their talents this May during two separate Music in the Parks competitions P.J. Gelinas competed at Great Adventure and the competition results were as follows: Eighth- and Ninth-Grade Combined Orchestra - 1st Place Chamber Orchestra - 1st Place & Best Overall Ninth-Grade Band - 1st Place Wind Ensemble - 1st Place & Best Overall Jazz Ensemble - 1st Place Vocal Vikings - 1st Place Ben Fogarty and Greyson Nekrutman - Outstanding Jazz Soloist Award Dana Smith - Outstanding Accompanist Award R.C. Murphy competed at Hershey Park and the competition results were as follows: RCM Ninth-Grade Band- 1st place RCM Ninth-Grade Orchestra - 1st Place RCM Chamber Orchestra - 1st Place RCM Chamber Choir - 1st Place RCM Chamber Orchestra - Best Overall Orchestra RCM Chamber Choir- Best Overall Chorus http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154263 Thu, 02 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154263 Flawless Routine Ward Melville High School senior Cydney Crasa was named the All-Around Champion at this year’s National Senior Invitational hosted by the National High School Gymnastics Association. The talented gymnast performed a flawless routine on each of the program’s apparatuses and finished with a final score of 38.7. Cydney, a seasoned member of the Patriot gymnastics program, will continue to impress audiences and judges this fall when she enrolls in George Washington University. Earlier this year, she committed to attend the prestigious school and compete as part of their gymnastics team. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154262 Wed, 01 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154262 Meet William Bernhard, Principal of Paul J. Gelinas Junior High School http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154264 Wed, 01 Jun 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154264 Hatching a Love of Science Arrowhead Elementary School fourth-graders in Alexandra Gallagher learned about the lifecycle of two animals when they worked to hatch chick and duck eggs this spring. The students helped to keep the eggs warm in incubators, charted the embryos progress by candling the eggs and learned about the various stages the animals go through in their development. The project tied together the science and English Language Arts skills, as they regularly reflected upon the experience. The hatched chicks were donated to Benner’s Farm in East Setauket and the ducks will be delivered to welcoming homes in the area. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154258 Tue, 31 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154258 Cultural Exchange To help foster a deeper understanding of cultural differences that exist not only worldwide but also within the surrounding community, 30 R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grade students recently participated in a Cultural Exchange program with Longwood Junior High School. During the two-day event, participants from each school partnered with a fellow eighth-grader and experienced that student’s daily schedule. The group spent the first day visiting Longwood and the second day at R.C. Murphy. Students participated in icebreaker activities to get to know their exchange partners and enjoyed attending classes and eating lunch at the visiting building. “I really enjoyed this project, I thought it was a great experience,” said Murphy eighth-grader Catherine Kelly. “We are all very similar in many ways and I found it very interesting to get to know the students from Longwood and visit their school. They were very welcoming to us.” “When visiting, I had the chance to take an Italian class which was a new experience for me as I study Spanish at Murphy,” said Jack Dolan. “I really enjoyed learning about the other language and experiencing a day in their school.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154259 Tue, 31 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154259 Summer Enrichment Brochure – Deadline Extended Until June 3 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154230 Tue, 31 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154230 Boys Lacrosse – County Final Come cheer on the boys lacrosse team as they compete in the county finals on Wed. 6/1 8 PM @ Stony Brook http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154261 Fri, 27 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154261 Mock Trial Ranks High at States The district’s Mock Trial team set records this spring by capturing victories on the regional and county levels before finishing the season ranked fourth out of more than 300 teams in New York State. The talented group of scholars was named Suffolk County Regional Champions and Long Island Champions for the second straight year before advancing New York State Championship in May. The team is coached by Three Village teacher Douglas Elliot with assistance from attorney Joseph Prokop. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154257 Thu, 26 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154257 Recordable Music Lessons http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154260 Thu, 26 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154260 Historic Lessons Nassakeag Elementary School fourth-graders in Jennifer Betz’s class stepped back in time to showcase historic figures from the Revolutionary War time period in a school Living Wax Museum. As part of the project, the students selected an individual who made a significant impact during this time frame and studied their biographical information. On the day of the museum, they dressed up as the individual they studied and pretended to be set in wax until a visitor pushed their activation buttons. Once these buttons were pushed, the students came to life and shared their research speaking in the first-person. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154255 Wed, 25 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154255 Patriots Take Next Step Nearly 50 Ward Melville High School student-athletes took the next step in their academic journeys this May as they announced their post-graduate plans during a senior athlete commitment ceremony. During the program, proud family and friends surrounded the students as they were individually announced for signing National Letters of Intent with Division I and II schools and/or committing to compete at Division III institutions. The Three Village Central School District proudly congratulates the following students: Division I Christopher Allen – Volleyball, George Mason University Christian Araneo – Wrestling, Princeton University Brittany Coughlin – Swimming, University of Maryland, Baltimore County Cydney Crasa – Gymnastics, George Washington University Shawn Davenport – Field Hockey, Northeastern University Troy Davern – Baseball, Monroe College John Day – Lacrosse, U.S. Military Academy (West Point) Alexandra Decker – Acrobatics & Tumbling Team, Quinnipiac University Casey Gavigan – Swimming, Eastern Michigan University Jake Giaquinto – Lacrosse, Sacred Heart University Connor Grippe – Lacrosse, Stony Brook University Ciara Guglielmo – Soccer, Duquesne University Kyle Honor – Soccer, Hartwick College Stephen Jackson – Fencing, Penn State Michaela Lomelo – Competitive Cheerleading, Hofstra University Gerald Mackedon – Golf, St. John's University Matthew Mirocco – Golf, Iona College Matthew O'Brien – Wrestling, University at Buffalo Gabrielle Petrie – Fencing, Penn State Michael Reilly – Track & Field, Cross Country, Georgia Institute of Technology Alexandra Stein – Volleyball, College of William & Mary Riley Sullivan – Soccer, Sacred Heart University Nicholas Vitale – Baseball, New York Institute of Technology Jennifer Yavid - Diving, Binghamton University Division II Christian Grilli – Lacrosse, New York Institute of Technology Noelle Pirraglia – Lacrosse, Pace University Alex Prince – Soccer, Roberts Wesleyan College Brandon Wilson – Baseball, The College of Saint Rose Division III Alexander Calaci – Lacrosse, State University of New York at Oneonta Nicholas Cervone – Football, Allegheny College Gianna DiPasquale – Gymnastics, Springfield College Zachary Flynn – Lacrosse, State University of New York at Oneonta Sarah Hyland – Softball, State University of New York at Potsdam Justin Iannotto – Baseball, Elmira College Kayla Kelly – Soccer, State University of New York Maritime College Theodore Lane – Cross Country & Track & Field, Amherst College Thomas Lorusso – Football, Endicott College Frank Merlino – Baseball, Alvernia University Alex Metzler – Lacrosse, State University of New York at Oneonta Patrick Morelli – Football, Hamilton College Meghan Pembroke – Volleyball, State University of New York at Cortland Holly Regan – Lacrosse, Catholic University Natalie Rodgers – Softball, Farmingdale State College Heidi Scarth – Basketball, Wesleyan University Sean Thornton – Lacrosse, Springfield College Dean Zulkofske – Cross Country & Track & Field, State University of New York at Cortland http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154256 Wed, 25 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154256 Fundraising Night at Panera Bread http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154232 Wed, 25 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154232 Statistical Analysis Win Big Two teams of students from Ward Melville High School recently entered the Rochester Institute of Technology Pre-College Statistical Data Analysis Competition and captured top honors. For this year’s competition, teams vied to produce the most compelling statistical analysis of the 2009 National Football League end of season statistics. The Outliers team, made up of Jillian Shulder, Shannon Benson, Natalie Odell and Sarah Prokop, earned the Silver Prize, and the team called PAKK earned the only honorable mention at the competition. This team was comprised of Kavya Tangella, Kevin Wen, Patricia Seader and Aidan Winter. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154253 Tue, 24 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154253 Message from the Beals-Reid Family Dear Three Village Community, We are deeply grateful for the outpouring of love and support for our family as we learn to live without Gabriella here among us. We give special thanks for the efforts of the first responders and the medical professionals who did everything they could to try to save her. We thank you all for the thoughts, prayers, kind words, charitable gifts, flowers, and meals. Please know that it comforts us that Gabi lived surrounded by friends and adults who loved and valued her and miss her now, as we do. We endeavor each day to move forward with love and open hearts and to continue to seek the beauty and add to the goodness in the world in memory of our precious Gabi. On the afternoon of Saturday, May 28 at 1:00 pm, Gabi will be interred beside her twin brother, Timmy, in the Highland Cemetery in Hopewell, New Jersey. Following the burial, we will celebrate Gabi's life with a reception from 3:00 to 5:00 at the home of Alice and Stephen Goshorn, 18 Mercer Street, Hopewell, New Jersey. All are welcome to both the interment and the reception. Diana, Robert, Matthew, Gemma, Olivia, and Colin Beals-Reid http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154254 Tue, 24 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154254 Wonka Bars Arrowhead Elementary School fifth- and sixth-grade students took to the stage this spring to showcase their theatrical talents in a production of “Willy Wonka Jr.” The students brought to life the familiar story about a boy’s journey through a mystical chocolate factory. The more than 50 cast members, including stage crew, rehearsed for the production’s debut since October under the leadership of co-directors Melissa Anderson and Paul Mueller. In addition to the evening performance for families, the students presented a daytime show for the entire school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154252 Mon, 23 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154252 Music in the Parks Ward Melville High School’s symphony orchestra and string orchestra recently participated in the Music in the Parks Competition in Hershey, Pennsylvania and earned top honors in their respective categories. Both orchestras received first-place wins with superior ratings. In addition, the Symphony Orchestra received the coveted best overall trophy and was the highest scoring of all the instrumental and choral groups at the festival. The district congratulates all of the talented musicians who participated. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154251 Mon, 23 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154251 Vocalists Volunteer Arrowhead Elementary School’s sixth-grade chorus lent their melodic voices to a worthy cause this spring as they raised funds and donations for the Stony Brook Children’s Hospital pediatric cancer unit. The students collected 53 DVDs and $485 in iTunes gift cards to be donated to the children receiving both inpatient and outpatient pediatric cancer treatment at the hospital. The group was inspired to organize the fundraiser after they started preparing the song “Truly Brave” for the school’s spring concert. The song was featured on the “Today” show’s “Shine a Light” series and performed by Cyndi Lauper and Sara Bareilles to raise money and awareness for pediatric cancer. The students were so moved by the song's intent that they came up with the idea for the fundraiser. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154249 Fri, 20 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154249 Honored for Community Service Throughout the school year, Minnesauke’s Kids Care Club has been volunteering countless hours to assist a wide variety of causes in both the local and global community. That effort has earned them the 2016 Youth Bureau Volunteer Award from the Town of Brookhaven Youth Board and Supervisor Edward Romaine. From putting together packages for organizations like Meals on Wheels to creating patriotic pieces for the Long Island State Veterans Home, the club of more than 60 members has been extremely active during its bimonthly meetings. With the help of their advisors – Minnesauke Library Information Specialist Taylor Kinsley and Minnesauke PTA Co-president Stephyne Guthy – the second- through fourth-graders are working to make a difference in the world. The club was presented with the award during a special reception at Town Hall in May. “[The students in] this impressive group…have recognized at a very young age how important it is to give back and help others both in and outside of the community,” said Town Councilwoman Valerie Cartright. “By constantly seeking innovative ways to make a difference, they have succeeded in uplifting the human spirit. Undoubtedly, the lessons they have learned and their desire to help others will continue to play an influential role in Brookhaven Town for many years to come.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154250 Fri, 20 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154250 Top Mathematicians W.S. Mount Elementary School’s Math Club defended their award-winning reputation this May by shining brightly at the ninth annual Suffolk County Math Tournament held at Stony Brook University. During the event, 66 teams comprised of 330 students in fourth through sixth grade competed. Awards were given to the top three teams, and individual awards were given to the top 10 competitors. As a result of their determination, the Mount Math Masters’ two teams were awarded first and second place in the competition. In addition, Mount students were awarded seven of the 10 available trophies for individual excellence. The district congratulates the following students and their coach, Linda Earls, on this remarkable achievement: Neal Carpino, Matthew Chen, Ivan Ge, Alexander Lin, Carolyn Lin, Ashwinaa Vaithianathan, Jacqueline Wu, Claire Yang, William Zhang and Ari Zucker. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154248 Thu, 19 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154248 Pitch-Perfect Performances Student-musicians from Minnesauke and Nassakeag elementary schools had the chance to showcase their talents on the regional stage when they took to center field and performed at the Long Island Ducks Stadium this May. The crowd was in awe of their abilities and greeted them with boisterous rounds of applause. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154246 Wed, 18 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154246 Teacher of the Year P.J. Gelinas Junior High School family and consumer science teacher Nancy Jenkins was presented with the Teacher of the Year award from the Long Island Family and Consumer Sciences Professionals. The award, given to an individual who is a current member of LIFACS, recognizes excellence in the classroom and in the profession. Ms. Jenkins is in her 47th year of teaching family and consumer science in the district and has been a member of the professional organization for more than 30 years. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154247 Wed, 18 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154247 Meal Time Connections R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Community Connections club used their culinary skills to help raise funds to support a community service project organized by the international foods class. Through bake sales, the club raised money to purchase supplies that the class used to prepare meals for the district’s food pantry recipients. Pasta, sauce, meatballs, chicken parmesan, chicken franchise with rice, macaroni and cheese and salads were all prepared and distributed to the families before the spring break. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154242 Tue, 17 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154242 The Mural Awakens As a fitting tribute to the school that will soon become their alma mater, Setauket Elementary School sixth-graders lent their artistic talents to create a large mural in one of the hallways of the building. With the help of art teacher Maria Maritato and visiting artist and retired Three Village art teacher Frank Marangiello, the grade level created a mural based on Vincent van Gogh’s famous painting “Starry Night.” For their piece, which was called “Starry Night, the Mural Awakens,” the students added personal touches to the original, including incorporating hidden characters from the Star Wars franchises in camouflaged locations. The sixth-grade mural project has become a tradition at the school and annually every sixth-grader has the chance to paint a part of the artistic creation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154243 Tue, 17 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154243 Safe Prom Letters for Seniors The HOSA Club (Health Occupations Students of America) at Ward Melville High School organized the Safe Prom Letter Initiative, which has become a yearly tradition in Three Village.This practice involves students at the elementary level writing letters to the graduating seniors encouraging them to make good decisions and to avoid the use of chemical substances when celebrating important milestones. Each year our seniors look forward to the valuable words of wisdom from their elementary peers which is: We care about you! Make good decisions! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154245 Tue, 17 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154245 Healthy Hearts W.S. Mount Elementary School students and staff members focused on the importance of making healthy life choices during a special presentation from the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin. During the event, the school’s fourth- through sixth-graders received yellow T-shirts and learned about the AAPI’s Childhood Obesity Awareness Campaign. Guest speakers Dr. Abhay Malhotra and Dr. Vaijinath Chakote, president of the AAPI of Queens and Long Island, spoke with the students about how they can work to incorporate healthy meal choices into their daily routines. The group discussed what portion of a plate should be comprised of fruits and vegetables and the diseases that can stem from obesity. Following the assembly, the students participated in a fun run on the backfields. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154240 Mon, 16 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154240 Marching to Washington Setauket Elementary School first-graders in Eileen Biamonte took to the stage this spring to perform the comical show “Goin’ Buggy.” During the show, each student took on the role of a different insect or bug and implored the audience to understand why they were underappreciated in the world. Ladybugs, bumblebees and lightning bugs joined forces and marched to Washington, D.C. to fight for their rights. The show ended with insects earning a holiday in their name. The student’s participation in the performance enabled them to gain a deeper understanding of civil rights and strengthen their public speaking skills. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154241 Mon, 16 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154241 Summer Driver's Education Application Information Application and information for HS juniors and seniors. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154244 Mon, 16 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154244 Element Study As part of a chemistry unit of study, Setauket Elementary School sixth-graders closely studied the 118 elements found on the Periodic Table of Elements. During the project, each student selected a different element and completed a fact sheet on the item. They took note of the element’s atomic number, atomic weight and the number of protons, electrons and neutrons as well as its valance shell. The completed information sheets were placed on display in the shape of the periodic table in the sixth-grade hallway. In addition, each student created a 3-D model of the element they had studied. The designs were crafted at home and displayed in the Setauket library for all grades to enjoy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154516 Fri, 13 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154516 Competing at State Bee As a result of their respective wins at the schoolwide National Geography Bee contests and subsequent scores on the state-qualifying exam, R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grader Peter DiPietro and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-grader Matthew Kronenberg competed in the state finals at the New York State Museum in downtown Albany. The pair competed against a group of 100 finalists from throughout New York State during the contest. Although neither advanced to the next round, each student displayed a high level of knowledge of social studies, geography and science during all rounds of the contest. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154515 Thu, 12 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154515 Recycled Projects W.S. Mount Elementary School third-graders put their creativity to the test when they invented a variety of projects using recycled materials. From paper towel rolls, plastic water bottles, discarded wood and a slew of other materials, the students created such projects as a floatation device, birdhouse, desk organizer and even a Nok Hockey board. The classes proudly displayed their completed projects in a hallway museum and embarked on a recycled scavenger hunt. During the hunt, the students located projects based on the materials used and described which craft was their favorite and the supplies used to create the piece. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154236 Thu, 12 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154236 Muffins with Mom Nassakeag Elementary School kindergartners in Rebecca D’Agostino’s class helped to celebrate Mother’s Day in a spirited way this May by hosting an event they called “Muffins with Mom.” During the event, the students read the books they created about their honorees, sang songs and recited a poem. The class also showcased a video they created, describing what makes their mom special. At the end, they enjoyed taking commemorative pictures and a tasty treat of muffins and tea. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154234 Wed, 11 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154234 Top of Their Class Ward Melville High School seniors Jeffrey Michel and Ariel Leong have been named the Class of 2016 valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively. At Ward Melville, both students regularly shine in the classroom as dedicated scholars and are active members of the school community. Jeffrey is the swim captain for Ward Melville’s swimming and diving team and is a member of the National Honor Society and National German Honor Society as well as president of the Model U.N. team. He also plays trumpet in the school’s wind ensemble. Ariel is a member of the school’s award-winning Science Olympiad team, math team and environmental club. She plays on the building’s tennis team and plays violin in the school’s chamber orchestra. Jeffrey will be studying engineering and German at Rice University and Ariel will be attending Stanford University. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154235 Wed, 11 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154235 Building a National Science Dynasty http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154233 Tue, 10 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154233 Wild About Nature W.S. Mount Elementary School kindergarten students learned about a wide variety of animals during a school workshop with Nature Nick. During the interactive program, the students had the chance to observe and learn about such animals as a kangaroo, snake and a monkey. With a connection to their classroom curriculum, they enhanced their understanding of these animals’ physical characters, habitats and diets. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154228 Tue, 10 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154228 Victorious Math Scholars P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s honors theory math students in seventh through ninth grades showcased their mathematics skills when they participated in the Suffolk County Math Teachers Association math contest this spring. As a result of their performance, seventh-grader Nancy Zhong was ranked fourth in the county in the level I contest; eighth-graders Grant Yu, William Sun and Ben Templeton scored first, second and third, respectively, in the level II contest; and ninth-graders Ryan Qin, Eric Yang and Samuel Kim scored second, third and fifth respectively in the level III contest. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154227 Mon, 09 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154227 Growing Awareness W.S. Mount Elementary School third-grade students in Robert Rotunno’s class turned a simple writing exercise into a creative awareness project for a cause near and dear to at least one classmate’s heart – ALS or Lou Gehrig’s Disease. The writing project called for the students to explain what they would do with $100 and several noted they would gift it to charity. Patrick Scali, the grandson of ALS advocate and Ride for Life creator Chris Pendergast, educated his peers about ALS and the class moved to turn the creative writing initiative into reality. Each student contributed to raising $100 for ALS research and helped to plant a tulip garden dedicated to spreading awareness of the cause in the school’s bus circle. “It feels really good to support and help those in the community affected by this disease,” said Patrick. “I hope when people see the garden they are inspired to learn more and find their own ways to help.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154226 Fri, 06 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154226 Community Swim Summer Program - May 23, 2016 Registration SummerCommunity Swim Registration will take place on May 23, 2016 6:00 p.m. - residents 7:00 p.m. - nonresidents Summer Brochure is now available! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154231 Fri, 06 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154231 Invited to Compete Nationally P.J. Gelinas Junior High School ninth-grade honors theory students participated in the Mathematical Association of America’s national American Mathematic Competition 10 contest and one student made school history with his results. The AMC 10 is the first in a series of examinations culminating in the International Math Olympiad. For the first time in school history, a student at Gelinas scored well enough to be invited to take the next level of the exam. This spring, William Sun participated in the three-hour, 15-question American Invitational Mathematics Examination and his result on this exam are still pending. According to the association’s website, students across the country have taken up the challenge of America’s longest-running and most prestigious math contests, the AMC, for more than 60 years. Every year, at thousands of schools in every state, more than 350,000 students are presented with a set of questions rich in content, designed to make them think and leave them talking about mathematics. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154225 Thu, 05 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154225 Making History W.S. Mount Elementary School sixth-graders Neal Carpino and Matthew Chen have qualified to compete in the National History Bee National Finals being held this June in Chicago. The students earned a bid to this final level based on their performance at the National History Bee regional competition. During the final stage of the contest, they will compete for the title of National History Bee Champion as they answer questions about U.S. history and world geography. In addition, Neal and Matthew will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of side events, such as the Great History Hunt, National Citizenship Bee, Pop Culture Challenge, Family Quiz Night and ACE HistoryWorld. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154224 Wed, 04 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154224 Chart Topping Results P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s two math teams competed against 24 other groups on Pi Day at this year’s MoMathlon, which was hosted by the National Museum of Mathematics and Brookhaven National Lab. During the contest, the students competed in individual, team and mix-up rounds. As a result of their performances, Gelinas’ students earned top honors. Grant Yu, Benjamin Templeton, Rebecca Zhang and William Sun took first, second, third and fifth place respectively in the eighth-grade category while Nancy Zhong took first place in the seventh-grade category. These five students also comprised the team who took first place for the overall competition. Also competing and earning honorary mentions were Kevin Guo, Julia Zhu, Matthew Fiorella, Jake Butkevich and Neil Shady. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154222 Tue, 03 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154222 Studying Egypt After learning about ancient Egypt, sixth-grade students in Robyn Weinstein’s class at Nassakeag Elementary School created projects to share with their classmates. The students used their knowledge about ancient Egypt to design games, books and crossword puzzles that featured key facts about the region, as well as baked Egyptian bread to give their classmates a taste of the culture. The hands-on project called for the class to deploy their creativity, cooperation and critical thinking skills. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154223 Tue, 03 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154223 Going Green The district’s elementary schools teamed up to compete in a Waste Free Day challenge in celebration of Earth Day. The schools worked to reduce the amount of waste collected during each of the school’s lunch periods. Students and staff were encouraged to bring lunch in reusable containers and limit the amount of utensils and paper goods used during the mealtime. The winner of the first ever challenge was Arrowhead Elementary School, which reduced its overall garbage waste my 50 percent or three large garbage pails. As a result, the school was presented with a commemorative trophy and Principal Marisa Redden sported a green wig and cape the following school day. Special thanks to Dr. Mandel's art class from R.C. Murphy Junior High School for crafting the trophy, which was made from recycled materials. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154220 Mon, 02 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154220 Winning Trials The district’s Mock Trial team continues to set new records and is now bound to defend their skills on the state level as they compete at the New York State Championship in Albany this May 15-17. The team earned this coveted chance after winning the Suffolk County Regional Championship, where they out performed 30 teams. The relatively young team has only been in the competition circuit for the past two years, and last year advanced to the state finals finishing fourth overall. To prepare for the season, the ninth through 12th-grade students have been working with coach Douglas Elliot and local attorneys Joe Prokop and Ted Rosenberg since early fall. "The team has invested an extraordinary amount of time, learning and energy to perform at this level," said Mr. Elliot. "We are still a developing program, but we are proud to be counted among the top programs in a very competitive county. We have tried to create our own style of argument and performance; so far it has worked." Congratulations to the entire team: Competition Team Members Bertini, Justin Koga, Maho McBrien, Grace McSweeney, Erin Lu, Michael Pisano, Nick Prokop, Sarah Riddle, Melissa Sauer, Andi Scott, Isabelle Xerri, Erica Interns Kopp, Ellie Koga, Leio Sangwan, Jay McBrien, Emma Kim, Samuel Barry, Gabrielle http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154221 Mon, 02 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154221 Budget Newsletter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154229 Mon, 02 May 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154229 Guidance Review - April 2016 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154218 Fri, 22 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154218 Sharing Global Cultures R.C. Murphy Junior High School students in John Strub’s classes shared a piece of their family’s heritage and culture with peers through an alternative learning project. The students in Mr. Strub’s global history and Advanced Placement world history classes made connections to their personal ethnicity or culture through song, dance or performance art. For example, a quartet of string musicians performed an excerpt from Vivaldi’s “Gloria,” a student played the national anthem from the Republic of Ireland on the tin whistle, a guitarist performed a Russian folk song and two girls did Irish step dancing. The project is an enrichment opportunity for the classes to understand various regions studied beyond the academic component discussed through the courses. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154212 Fri, 22 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154212 Dining Around the World Students and families from across the district came together to celebrate their cultures and heritages during a Dinner Around the World event sponsored by the English as a New Language department. All the families whose children are in the ENL program were invited and many brought a traditional dish from their native country. Student work was displayed and a short video of the students in their classes was played for attendees to enjoy. “It is a great evening for the families to gather and feel a part of the school community” said Kerri Golini, junior high school foreign language and ENL chairperson. The dinner was held at R.C. Murphy Junior High School and was supported by the department’s teachers Monica Aston, Erin Brusee, Gail Dawkins, Laurie Raspler and Stacey Russo. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154215 Fri, 22 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154215 Zumba for Autism http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154216 Thu, 21 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154216 Art Displayed at Capitol Original artwork created by Minnesauke Elementary School fourth-grader Ava Bavlnka was selected for showcase during this year’s Dr. King Children’s Essay and Fine Arts Display in Albany. Ava’s drawing was of Dr. King embracing the Earth with the saying “Everything that is done in the world, is done by hope.” The piece also included the words “love, hope, peace, loyal, unity, kindness, respectful and stand strong” surrounding the shape of a heart. Annually, this contest receives more than 4,000 submissions from 240 schools statewide. Entries include student essays, drawings, painting, sculpture and photography based on Dr. King’s six principals of nonviolence. Selected pieces are played on display on the concourse of the Empire State Plaza in Albany for one week prior to Martin Luther King Jr. Day. According to the state’s website, the event is hosted to encourage students to learn more about Dr. King, his nonviolent philosophy and its application to current issues as well as empower students to pursue change through nonviolent methods. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154217 Thu, 21 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154217 Family Fun Nearly 250 Minnesauke Elementary School students in grade 3-5 and their families enjoyed an evening of entertainment during this April’s Minnesauke Family Fun Night fundraiser. During the event, students participated in a variety of carnival type games for the chance to win prizes in the gymnasium and enjoyed face painting, dancing and snacks in the cafeteria. Upon arriving at the event, attendees made donations to a worthy cause – more than $1,000 and many nonperishable food items were gifted to benefit local families in need. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154211 Thu, 21 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154211 A Bench for Buddies Arrowhead Elementary School students have a new way to make friends during recess thanks to alumna Emma Stevens, who created three buddy benches for the school as part of a Girl Scout Silver Award project. Buddy benches are a growing movement in schools across the nation and are placed around playground areas. The concept aims to promote inclusion and kindness by allowing those looking for a friend to play with a place to sit. Students who see a peer sitting upon these benches are encouraged to invite the individual to join their activity. “I can recall times from my early elementary years when I would have liked to have a buddy bench to use – I think anyone can,” said Emma. “It feels good to give back to my old school; I have great memories from my time here.” Emma, a current eighth-grader at R.C. Murphy Junior High School, presented the bright yellow painted benches during three grade-level, ribbon-cutting ceremonies. During the first ceremony, Brookhaven Supervisor Edward Romaine and Councilwoman Valerie Cartright declared the occasion Emma Stevens’ Day in the town. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154210 Wed, 20 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154210 Shaving to Support the Brave Fourteen Setauket Elementary School students bravely shed their locks this April during St. Baldrick’s events, charity fundraisers committed to support research for cures for childhood cancer. During the event, the students volunteered with countless others from across the region to join the fight against childhood cancers by selflessly shaving their heads; an action meant to be symbolic as many cancer sufferers often experience hair loss during treatment. The annual event, which began in 2000 in Manhattan, is held March through April in locations around the nation. To date, nearly $26.7 million has been raised for the cause in 2016 alone. The Three Village School District commends the following students for their charitable actions: George Austin, grade 4 Brandan Buncke, grade 5 Jacob Carioscia, grade 3 Sean Davey, grade 3 Charlie Giachetti, grade 5 Ben Gilday, grade 5 Jacob Henretta, grade 5 Michael Lascarides, grade 4 Zachary Mainhardt, grade 6 Will Marino, grade 5 Evan Prince, grade 4 Lucas Rathburn, grade 5 Jacob Rosenzweig, grade 5 Austin Vero, grade 5 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154214 Wed, 20 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154214 Smart Schools Preliminary Plan Presentation on May 4, 2016 There will be a Smart Schools Plan presentation at the Board of Education meeting on May 4, 2016 at Central Office. The first planned phase of technology upgrades will be presented. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154219 Wed, 20 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154219 Playing with Literacy R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grade students in Michael Flanagan’s class shared their love of literacy with peers in a unique way this spring – by creating intricate and interactive board games. As part of an independent reading project, the students selected a fantasy or science fiction book and created board games based on the story’s plotline. Each game featured key characters from the novels that were challenged to complete a quest or journey. Students created individual playing pieces and cards referencing what happened to the characters in the books. Peers enjoyed learning about their classmates chosen books by taking turns playing the different board games, which highlighted such stories as “Woven,” “Doomspell” and “Stranger in a Strange Land.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154209 Tue, 19 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154209 Westward Bound Nassakeag Elementary School fifth-graders in Adele Gibbons’ class traveled back in time to the nation’s early years during a study of the Westward Expansion of the United States. During the social studies unit, students researched the movement in depth and developed their skills as informational writers. At the end of the project, the class enthusiastically presented their research reports in a writers’ celebration with a “Wild West” theme. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154208 Mon, 18 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154208 In the Kitchen http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154213 Mon, 18 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154213 Quiz Bowl R.C. Murphy Junior High School captured second-place during this year’s Brookhaven National Lab’s Regional Middle School Science Bowl. The team practiced since the fall for the event under the direction of teacher Patrick McManus. During the contest the students engaged in a round robin event followed by a double elimination final. They faced a series of challenging questions in the categories of chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, astronomy as well as general, earth, and computer science. They narrowly missed first place with a final score of 74-68 against a tough team from Commack. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154206 Fri, 15 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154206 Building a Sustainable Garden The importance of water conservation is at the center of a recent project Setauket Elementary School first-graders are working on with the help of STEM teacher Gina Varacchi. After a discussion on the importance of harnessing rainwater, the students attended an assembly provided by Cornell Corporative Extension speaker Mark Cappellino. During the program, Mr. Cappellino spoke about animals’ and plants’ need for clean water, how much water is wasted daily and the concept of creating rain gardens. These spaces collect water from storms and individuals use the liquid to feed plants and gardens. Inspired by the conversation, the students are now working to create their own rain garden in the school’s courtyard. To prepare, they fashioned three-dimensional models using cardstock and straw downspouts. They then tested their models using spray bottles and observed how the water traveled from the roof of the building into the rain catcher. This May, the students will plant close to 80 species of plants in the school’s courtyard with the help of Mr. Cappellino, which they will maintain with a new school rain garden. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154207 Fri, 15 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154207 Quiz Bowl Champs Ward Melville High School’s Academic Challenges Club has continued its impressive winning streak and is now headed for the Regional Final Quiz Bowl Tournament this April. The teams advanced after an impressive victory over Smithtown High School East in a trivia showdown at the Quiz Bowl Competition. The stakes were high for the final match of the regular season and Ward Melville’s teams rose to the occasion. Competing with one player down, the varsity team members won a stunning victory of 176-29 while the junior varsity members finished their undefeated season with an outstanding final score of 164-62 and remain the top team in their division. During the finals, they will compete against the top 20 junior varsity and varsity teams from across Long Island to determine the region’s top trivia teams. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154201 Thu, 14 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154201 7-12 Report Cards Now Viewable in the Portal The 3rd quarter report cards are now viewable in the Campus Portal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154205 Thu, 14 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154205 Mural of Honor P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s National Junior Art Honor Society members once again used their talents to create a stunning group mural for school. For the seventh year, the students worked together with advisor Michael Sacco to honor an individual who is of outstanding character and has given back to the world at large. This year the group chose legendary film actress and humanitarian, Audrey Hepburn. They honored Ms. Hepburn by creating individual artistic pieces that when placed together silhouetted her well-known face. Gelinas’ NJAHS has 28 members and each had a hand in creating this. The completed mural is currently being displayed in the art department hallway and will be placed on permanent display within the school over the summer. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154200 Wed, 13 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154200 Calendar Update/Used Snow Days To date, the district has used only two of its three designated snow days. As we anticipate that the last snow day will remain unused, please be advised that the planned vacation time surrounding Memorial Day weekend will be extended. School will now be closed on Friday, May 27, in addition to Memorial Day, Monday, May 30. Schools will be in session on Tuesday, May 31. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154204 Tue, 12 Apr 2016 12:00:00 GMT false154204 Published Works As a result of their outstanding creativity, Ward Melville High School senior Michelle Pacala and R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-grader Katie Zhao were awarded grand prize in the Emma S. Clark Memorial Library Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Contest. Michelle was honored in the 10th through 12th-grade category and Katie won for the seventh- through ninth-grade category. Michelle’s book, “Sal the Sock,” is a whimsical tale about a sock who loses his friends in the laundry. Katie’s book, “Good Night, Judy,” told the story of a little girl whose fear of the dark and noises in her home prevent her from falling asleep at night. In addition to the two grand prize winners, Ward Melville senior Samantha White and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grade student Nicole Freeley received honorable mentions in the contest. The Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Contest is an annual writing award presented to young authors in the Three Village community for creating outstanding original picture books. The contest aims to develop and showcase young writing and artistic talent in the community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154199 Tue, 12 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154199 Next Chapter for Used Books Ward Melville High School’s Key Club shared their love of literature by once again participating in the Stony Brook University Young Scholars Book Drive. Throughout the monthlong initiative, the club collected nearly 1,000 gently used books, which ranged in genres and reading levels. The school’s donations will join those collected by other partnering school districts and the ones donated on the university’s campus. Program organizers will sort all items donated to the cause and books in good condition will be donated locally and abroad. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154197 Mon, 11 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154197 Creativity Abounds at RCM http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154203 Mon, 11 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154203 Setting a Legal Standard The Three Village Mock Trial is heading back to the Suffolk County Championship for the second straight year, after defeating a very tough Huntington team in Federal Court on April 6. The district wishes them well, as they work to defend their winning record. The county championship will take place on Wednesday, April 13. The team is pictured with Judge Joseph Bianco after their most recent victory. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154202 Fri, 08 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154202 Spectacular Sports Night A sea of green and gold blanketed the gymnasium at Ward Melville High School when Nassakeag Elementary School hosted their second annual Sports Spectacular, which raised $4,500 to support Contractors for Kids. During the event, members of the school’s staff participated in fun sporting events in a gold versus green format while more than 400 spectators cheered on. Nassakeag sixth-grade teacher Sue Safranek once again organized the night. It not only aimed to bolster school spirit but also excitement for the district’s upcoming Contractors for Kids 5K walk/run health and wellness fair. This event will take place at Ward Melville High School on Saturday, April 16, from 8 a.m.-noon. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154198 Fri, 08 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154198 Speller Captures Second The Board of Education recently honored Setauket Elementary School’s Ryan Himmelsbach for earning second place in the Long Island Regional Scripps Spelling Bee, held at Hofstra University. This is the second year in a row that Ryan has advanced to compete regionally and was named the winner of his school’s local bee. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154196 Thu, 07 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154196 National Honor for Poet R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh-grader Adeena Shahzadi was named a National Silver Medal winner in the 2016 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards contest. Adeena was honored for her poem “I’m Sorry,” which told the story of a remorseful individual reflecting on the tragic loss of a friend. Adeena was honored earlier this year as a Regional Gold Key winner in the contest. According to the organization’s website, the contest is the longest running and most prestigious recognition initiative for creative teens and boosts famous alumni such as Stephen King, Sylvia Plath and Andy Warhol. The program receives more than 300,000 entries for adjudication on the regional level annually and only 1,900 receive national recognition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154195 Wed, 06 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154195 Varsity Sports – Winter Season Wrap-up Congratulations to the following 2015-16 Winter All-Long Island Athletes: Wrestling – Christian Araneo Fencing- Danny Solomon, Stephen Jackson, Lara Obedin Girls Basketball- 2nd Team – Taylor Triptree Track - 2nd team in the 1600m -Mike Reilly Congratulations to Danny Solomon for being named the Long Island Fencer of the year. For a list of individual county, league and conference honors, please click here. Boys Swimming Overall Team Stats: County/League Runner-up Individual Accolades: David He: New York State Championship Qualifier in the 200 individual medley Ryan Kaplan: New York State Championship Qualifier in the 200 individual medley & 100 backstroke Luka Zuric: New York State Championship Qualifier in the 500-yard freestyle Boys Winter Track Individual Accolades: Mike Reilly: Suffolk County Champion, New York State Championship Qualifier in the 1,600-meter event Girls Winter Track Overall Team Stats: Placed third overall in the Suffolk County Championship Small Group Accolades: 4x400-meter relay team made up of juniors Hannah Hobbes and Madison Hobbes and sophomores Allyson Gaedje and Samantha Rutt named Suffolk County Champions, broke a 10-year-old county meet record, qualified to run in the Millrose Games and earned second place 4x800-meter relay team made up of sophomores Gaedje Sturgess and Samantha Sturgess, freshman Shannon Ryan and eighth-grader Elizabeth Radke qualified to run in the Millrose Games and earned eighth place Wrestling Overall Team Stats: Ranked fourth in the league, fifth in Suffolk County Individual Accolades: Christian Araneo: Suffolk County, League and New York State Wrestling Champion Kenny Cracchiola: League Champion Matt O’Brien: New York State Wrestling Qualifier, Suffolk County and League Champion Boys Basketball Overall Team Stats: Qualified for playoffs Girls Basketball Overall Team Stats: League 1 title, the first since 1988 County quarterfinalists Cheerleading Overall Team Stats: Ranked eighth in the nation Ranked third in Suffolk County Three Time Regional Champions Individual Accolades: Kaitlyn Wilson - All-Island Cheerleading Team Bella Fallon - Nominee for All-Island Cheerleading Team Boys Fencing Overall Team Stats: League Champions Long Island Champions Individual Accolades: Danny Solomon: Suffolk County Champion Steve Jackson: Suffolk County Champion Girls Fencing Overall Team Stats: League/County Runner-up Individual Accolades: Lara Obedin: Suffolk County Champion http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154191 Mon, 04 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154191 Packages for Patients Minnesauke Elementary School fourth-graders in Kara Gorski’s class continued their community service efforts this winter by creating care packages for patients at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. Class families donated various toys and gifts to the cause, which were packaged into 25 red sling bags. Each bag was decorated and included a card to the recipients featuring words of encouragement. The hospital’s administration expressed their gratitude to the class for their efforts and for creating care packages for children of all ages. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154190 Fri, 01 Apr 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154190 Diversity Celebration World cultures and family heritages were on display during Nassakeag Elementary School’s Diversity Night, which was attended by more than 400 community members. The annual event kicked off in the school’s auditorium with student performers, including talented kindergartners, first-graders and members of the Showtime Choir. On display in the cafeteria and gym were visual exhibits showcasing the diversity that exists within the school community. Volunteers shared food, arts and crafts, and presentations native to Germany, Norway, China, Columbia, Korea, Lithuania, Japan and England, to name a few. Parents and staff volunteered to create and hang displays. This year’s event was chaired by sixth-grade teacher Judy Larsen. Members of the school’s Justice Club and student council were on hand to assist throughout the night, as were former Nassakeag students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154189 Thu, 31 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154189 Art for a Cure Ward Melville High School students in Kristen Dietz’s fashion illustration class used their talents to bring awareness to a worthy cause this spring – the fight for a breast cancer cure. Teaming up with Bodacious Bras for a Cure, the 22 student-artists fashioned beautiful creations using the standard form. They each created a theme for their entry and used various supplies to bring their visions to life. The project was designed to encourage the support of cancer patients and cancer survivors, as well as showcase stories of inspiration and hope. Each Bodacious Bra created by the students will be displayed during a reception and auction at the Wang Center at Stony Brook University on April 14 from 6-9 p.m. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154001 Wed, 30 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154001 ‘Retro’ Fitness Ward Melville High School students went down memory lane and reminisced about their favorite elementary pastimes during recent retro-inspired physical education classes. They were inspired to build teamwork, core strength and stability as they completed challenges using scooters. Activities included scooter speedball and scooter floor hockey. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154002 Wed, 30 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154002 Case of Pertusis Please follow this link to view a letter regarding a case of pertussis in Gelinas JH. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154194 Wed, 30 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154194 5th Annual Zumba for Autism - April 13, 2016 @ 6:00 pm Pleaseclick here for event information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154193 Wed, 30 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154193 Sending a Piece of Home Minnesauke Elementary School students in Daniel Petruzzi's class employed their creative writing skills to brighten the days of a district alumnus serving the country. Putting pen to paper, the sixth-graders drafted letters to PFC Matthew Kletzel, a Ward Melville Class of 2015 graduate who is currently serving in the Army. The letters expressed the students’ gratitude for PFC Kletzel’s service and extended him well wishes. In addition to writing letters, many students donated items for a care package, and other classes volunteered to write messages of appreciation to the members of PFC Kletzel’s unit. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153997 Tue, 29 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153997 Keys to the Future Ward Melville High School’s Key Club took second place at this year’s 68th annual Leadership Training Conference. The team earned the top honors in the categories of public relations and T-shirt design. In addition, team members Alyssa Abesamis, Amanda Pretory, Amy Huang, Donna Yu, Jake Okrent, Michael Selvaggio, Naseem Malik and Sabrina Sloan were named Distinguished Key Clubbers. Natalie D’Onofrio won the award for Distinguished Club Secretary and Alyssa Abesamis won for Outstanding Club Vice President. Natalie was also elected Lieutenant Governor for New York State Key Club District Three during the conference. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154192 Mon, 28 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154192 German Scholars Earn First Advanced Placement German students at Ward Melville High School took home top honors in this year’s annual German competition, Sprachfest, and placed first in each competition they entered. The annual Long Island German Language Festival is hosted for middle and high schoolers and is sponsored by the Long Island chapter of the American Association of Teachers of German. It highlights the study of German in a fun way and creates excitement around, with and through German language and culture. During the program, the students competed against peers from across Long Island in a series of competitive and noncompetitive events. Congratulations to the following Ward Melville award winners: Baking Competition: First place ¬– Jeffrey Michel, Frankfurter Crown Cake First place – Frances Clever, Marble Cake Music – Instrumental: First place – Thomas Kernan, Victoria LaRocco, Jeffrey Michel and Dana Smith Poetry Contest: First place – Frances Clever, Thomas Kernan, Jeffrey Michel and Dana Smith Skits First place – Frances Clever, Victoria LaRocco, Jeffrey Michel, Dana Smith and Demian Zuric Superdeutsch – (German story-telling) First place - Frances Clever, Jeffrey Michel and Demian Zuric http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153996 Mon, 28 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153996 Sci-O Teams Head to States R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools’ Science Olympiad teams have extended their longstanding tradition of excellence and once again earned a bid to compete in this year’s New York State Science Olympiad competition. During the Eastern Long Island Science Olympiad Regional, the three teams representing Gelinas placed first, third and fourth, while Murphy’s three teams came in second, fifth and seventh. Additionally, all six teams earned multiple medals in the contest’s 20 events. With their first- and second-place wins, both schools will now advance to the New York State Science Olympiad Competition, where they will compete against the best teams from 11 different regions throughout New York State. The students prepared for this year’s competition season with the help of their dedicated coaches, student-mentors from Ward Melville High School, and by taking part in several invitational tournaments. Gelinas placed second after competing against 51 teams at the Rustin Invitational Tournament, held in West Chester, Pennsylvania, and both Gelinas and Murphy competed in the Blue Dragon Invitational, held at Jonas Salk Middle School in Levittown. The schools’ teams dominated the playing field throughout this event and finished the contest by sweeping the top six spots. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153994 Wed, 23 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153994 Athletes Shine On and Off Field Each of Ward Melville High School’s winter varsity athletic teams has earned the distinction of being named a Scholar-Athlete Team by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association. The award recognizes teams that possess an unweighted composite grade point average of 90 percent or higher and meet state guidelines. The district congratulates the following teams on earning this honor and their coaches, teachers and parents who support their achievements both on and off the field. Team GPA Coach Varsity Girls Winter Track 97.542 Tom Youngs Varsity Boys Winter Track 96.498 Brian Schoen Varsity Girls Basketball 95.809 Bruce Haller Varsity Boys Swimming & Diving 95.637 Chris Gordon Varsity Cheerleading 95.066 Loren Quitoni Varsity Wrestling 93.564 Kurt Ferraro Varsity Boys Basketball 92.261 Alex Piccirillo http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153995 Wed, 23 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153995 Painting for Pediatric Patients Minnesauke Elementary and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School National Junior Art Honor Societies teamed up on a creative project this winter aimed at bringing joy to the longterm pediatric patients at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153989 Tue, 22 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153989 March 22 Special Fundraising Concert - WMHS 7:30 The Ward Melville Wind Ensemble will present a special concert on Tuesday, March 22 at 7:30 pm. The concert is a fund raiser for a brand new composition being written especially for the Ward Melville Wind Ensemble by nationally recognized band composer, Richard Saucedo. The new composition will be premiered in April 2017 and will be inspired by the rich history of the Three Village community. The fund raising concert on March 22 will feature the Ward Melville Wind Ensemble and guest artists Big City Brass (professional brass quintet, led by Ward Melville alumni, Peter Auricchio). Tickets ($10) will be sold at the door. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154000 Tue, 22 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false154000 Chitty Chitty Bang Bang The comical antics that followed the creation of a magical car unfolded on the stage at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School when student-actors performed the Long Island Premier of “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang” this March. The musical, based on the Ian Fleming novel and hit 1968 film, told the tale of an inventor who, unbeknownst to him, restored an old racing car into a flying vehicle capable of many heroic acts. Comedy ensued as devious characters attempt to seize the car for themselves. This year’s production was directed by teacher Robert DePersio and included a pit orchestra predominately comprised of student-musicians. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153991 Mon, 21 Mar 2016 06:00:00 GMT false153991 The Little Mermaid Life under the sea unfolded on the stage at R.C. Murphy Junior High School when the Musical Theater Company presented the Disney classic “The Little Mermaid” this March. The beloved tale of a mermaid destined for life on the shore captivated audiences of all ages and left many singing the show’s iconic songs in their seats. The talented cast rehearsed for months under the direction of teacher Anthony Pollera to ensure that this year’s production was a success. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153992 Mon, 21 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153992 Science Champions Head to Nationals Following their success at the regional contest, Ward Melville High School's Science Olympiad team earned a second-place finish at this year’s New York State Finals and a bid to compete at the National Science Olympiad Tournament. During the state competition, Ward Melville competed against the top 411 teams from across New York. Throughout the fast-paced and rigorous program, the team remained steadfast in their work and dominated in the challenging events set before them. This huge victory would not have been possible without the dedication of the entire team and the strong leadership of team captains Mohit Singh and Coco Wander, as well as their coaches. The National Science Olympiad Tournament will take place in May in Wisconsin. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153993 Mon, 21 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153993 Approved Teachers Contract The school district and Three Village Teachers Association have reached a new labor contract that will carry an overall salary increase of 4% during the five-year period of July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2021. The negotiated agreement calls for a 0% salary increase during the 2016-2017 school year and a 1% salary increase for each of the four years following. This is the first time the two parties have approved a contract of this length. The duration of the five-year agreement and the modest increases allocated throughout will aid the district as it maintains its commitment to long-range financial planning. “Over the past several months, we have worked collaboratively to develop a fiscally sound contract that will continue to support our students’ educational needs,” said Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich. “As a district, we will remain focused on building upon the traditions and standards of academic excellence that are indicative of the district’s fine and reputable educational program.” “I am proud of the agreement reached by our district’s teachers and Board, and thank all parties for their work during this process,” stated TVTA President Claudia Reinhart. “As members of the educational community, our priority has, and will always be, to provide exceptional instruction to the students of Three Village.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153999 Mon, 21 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153999 Spring Into Art Show – April 16 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153990 Fri, 18 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153990 A Stirred Up Math Lesson Nassakeag third-graders utilize classroom math skills to create more than 40 loaves of Irish Soda for the Our Local Daily Bread Food Pantry. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153988 Thu, 17 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153988 Research Fair As part of a recent unit of study on argumentative writing, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-graders in Jacqueline Shaw’s class demonstrated their knowledge and budding research skills during an interactive fair in the library. The initiative was developed as a conclusion to a monthlong unit of study called “The Art of Argument and Research-Based Essays.” During this lesson, the students learned about the components of an argumentative paper – in particular, the need for evidence to support claims and the importance of a counterclaim. With the help of library media specialist Nicole Connelly, the students strengthened their research skills by accessing a number of online databases. After familiarizing themselves with the writing style through a class project on competitive sports, the seventh-graders researched an argumentative topic of their choice and explained their opinion on that subject in essay and visual formats. Topics ranged from the benefits of technology in learning environments to bans on plastic bags to the safety of tanning salons. The students presented their findings to their peers during the research fair and fielded questions about their arguments’ claims. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153985 Thu, 17 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153985 Parent Letter from the Wellness Committee Please see attached a letter from the district Wellness Committee to parents. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153998 Thu, 17 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153998 Summer Recreation and Travel Camp Registration Now Available Please follow this link for Summer Recreation and Travel Camp information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153987 Wed, 16 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153987 World of Writing Original writings crafted by eight R.C. Murphy Junior High School students earned high praise and recognition during the 2016 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards contest. Three students – Adeena Shahzadi, Emily Toth and Amy Xie – earned the highest recognition of Regional Gold Key winners. With this designation, their pieces will now advance to the national level of judging. The district congratulates all of the students who received recognition and wishes the Gold Key winners luck on the next level of judging. Maddy Avni – Flash Fiction, Honorable Mention Eric Chiu – Flash Fiction, Honorable Mention Kelsey Ge – Flash Fiction, Honorable Mention Stephanie Ochei – Short Story, Silver Key; Short Story, Honorable Mention Adeena Shahzadi – Poetry, Gold Key; Poetry, Silver Key; Personal Essay/Memoir, Honorable Mention Emily Toth – Short Story, Gold Key; Poetry, Gold Key; Flash Fiction, Honorable Mention Amy Xie – Poetry, Gold Key; Flash Fiction, Silver Key Katie Zhao – Short Story, Silver Key http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153986 Wed, 16 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153986 Engineered Educational Experiences Eighth-graders at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School recently completed a five-week technology unit on drawing and engineering. After learning how to use SketchUp design software, the students applied basic engineering and architectural lessons to create digital drawings of their bedrooms. After mastering this task, the class tackled a larger-scale project – drawing 3-D replicas of their homes to scale. They imported stamps of their properties from Google Earth and built their homes from the foundation up, including sidewalks, perfectly pitched roofs and natural privacy barriers. The eighth-grade technology program provides students with the chance to study a variety of concentration areas in depth on a rotating basis. In addition to this five-week program, for example, they will rotate through workshops on bridge building, technical drawing by hand and 3-D drawing. The program gives the students an understanding of the interworking of these advancing technologies and how, when connected, they can be used to create endless possibilities. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153984 Tue, 15 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153984 Cinnabar Ranks No. 1 The Ward Melville High School literary magazine, Cinnabar, advised by Lisa Rochford, received the highest award in the 2015 National Council of Teachers of English Excellence in Student Literary Magazines contest. It received the highest recognition in New York State. The magazine’s 2015 edition, “Attic,” was judged against 355 entries submitted nationwide. Only 24 publications received the highest award. According to its website, the NCTE’s Program to Recognize Excellence in Student Literary Magazines recognizes students, teachers and schools for producing excellent literary magazines. PRESLM’s mission is to encourage all schools to develop literary magazines and seek excellence in writing and schoolwide participation in production. Participation in the program serves as an incentive for improving the quality of school literary magazines. Judges evaluate and rank middle school, junior high and high school literary magazines. Critiques of individual magazines are not provided. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153982 Mon, 14 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153982 Courthouse Wins Looking to build upon last year’s winning season, the Three Village Mock Trial Team is once again leading the way in 2016. With a home victory over Mattituck on March 2, the team recently finished its second straight undefeated season and is on its way to the Suffolk County Playoffs on March 16. They are hard at work preparing to defend last year’s county title. The district wishes all team members good luck at the playoffs. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153983 Mon, 14 Mar 2016 04:00:00 GMT false153983 Skating to Gold Nassakeag Elementary School second-grader Michaela Cassara captured skating gold during this year’s Empire State Games at Lake Placid. The young skater, who has been on the ice since the age of 4, earned the top prize after completing her short program routine with finesse. As a gold medal winner, she now qualifies to compete in the 2017 State Games of America, which will be held in Grand Rapids, Michigan. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153981 Fri, 11 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153981 Smart Student Investors W.S. Mount Elementary School sixth-graders in Anthony Prinzo’s class recently participated in and dominated the competition during this year’s regional Stock Market Game. Despite a barrage of challenges often felt by investors, two teams from the class rose to the top and outperformed 233 teams on the regional level to capture first and second place. The winning team was made up of sixth-graders Neal Carpino, Alex Lin and William Zhang, while the duo who placed second were sixth-graders Ivan Ge and Eli Kopp. Both teams were honored at a March Board of Education meeting. The online simulation of the global capital market engages students in grades 4-12 in the world of economics, investing and personal finance. For the competition, participants are given the chance to invest a hypothetical $100,000 in an online portfolio. The Stock Market Game, sponsored by the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association, reinforces classroom lessons such as critical thinking, economics and other financial concepts that students will use for the rest of their lives. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153980 Thu, 10 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153980 Elementary Parents - Please make sure your Campus portal account is working. The 2nd trimester report card will be available online via the Campus portal next Wednesday afternoon. Please make sure your portal account is active and working. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153979 Wed, 09 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153979 Tricks, Skills and Showmanship Minnesauke Elementary School students had the chance to perfect a number of skills generally reserved for the circus arena when representatives from the National Circus Project visited their school. During a weeklong workshop in their physical education classes, kindergarten through sixth-graders trained alongside the professionals to learn how to walk on stilts, spin plates, juggle and use diablos (Chinese yo-yos). As a conclusion to the project, sixth-graders conducted an evening circus performance for their family and friends. The students took to the center ring and performed several of the tricks that they had learned, enthralling their audience and impressing them with the new skills. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153976 Tue, 08 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153976 Achievement on the Ice P.J. Gelinas Junior High School ninth-grader Jessica Guo demonstrated that she has what it takes to compete among the best in her sport when she took to the ice during this year’s Empire State Winter Games. During the figure skating competition in Lake Placid, New York, Jessica earned the bronze medal for the Novice Ladies IJS Short Program event. With this placement, she now qualifies for the 2017 State Games of America. The district extends its congratulations to Jessica on this remarkable achievement. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153974 Mon, 07 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153974 Messages of Hope A hush fell over the auditorium at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School as students listened to Warner Reich recall his experiences of living through one of the world’s darkest times, the Holocaust. Mr. Reich’s message, which focused on standing up for others and always remembering to do the right thing, captivated the audience. He recalled the Nazi movement, its influence throughout Europe and his own escape from Germany before being captured and placed in one of the concentration camps. Equating the passive behavior toward what transpired at that time to bullying, Mr. Reich urged the students to stand up for others and not tolerate any negative actions. “Don’t wait for others,” he said. “Be the first to act.” At the end of the presentation, Mr. Reich encouraged the students to speak with their elders about their own family history to get a sense about what it was like for their ancestors to immigrate to the United States. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153975 Mon, 07 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153975 100 Days Students and staff throughout the district marked an important milestone this February — the 100th day of school. To celebrate, primary students at Arrowhead Elementary School performed math and English language arts exercises at activity centers. They counted to 100 in various increments, created pictures using the digits in 100, fashioned hats using 100 items and wrote compositions about the number. They also completed individual projects using 100 of the same item. Students in grades K-2 at Setauket Elementary School teamed up to collect 100 items per class for local families in need. As a result, they donated well over 1,000 nonperishable food items, toiletries and paper products to the district’s food pantries and the St. James Food Pantry. Connecting the service project to the theme of the day, the grades also sorted the collections by 10s and completed other math and writing projects based on 100. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153977 Fri, 04 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153977 Winning Pin Ward Melville High School wrestler Christian Araneo captured his second straight win at the New York State Wrestling Championship on Feb. 27 in Albany. Competing in the 195-pound weight class, Christian proved to be a tough competitor throughout the championship and clinched the winning title with a score of 3-1. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153978 Fri, 04 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153978 PJG Presents - Chitty, Chitty Bang, Bang - March 15 - 19, 2016 March 16, 17, 18, 2016 at 7:00 pm March 19, 2016 at 1:00 pm (Limited Seating) and 7:00 pm All Tickets (Reserved Seating): $20.00 Tickets will go on sale to the general public beginning Wednesday, March 2, 2016 click here for flyer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153627 Thu, 03 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153627 RCM Presents - The Little Mermaid, March 15 -19, 2016 March 15, 16, 17, 2016at 6:30 pm March 18 and 19, 2016at 7:30 pm Tickets $15 each. Please call 730-4821 for tickets and information. Please click here for flyer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153628 Thu, 03 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153628 April 2, 2016 - Garage Sale for Athletes Fundraiser Saturday, April 2, 2016 - 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at WMHS Gymnasium Ward Melville is having a Garage Sale! You can come and run your own table of goods and keep your earnings OR you can donate your items, have student volunteers sell your goods and the proceeds will go to our Booster Club. Click here for more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153972 Wed, 02 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153972 April 16, 2016 - Contractors for Kids & Three Village SD Annual 5K Walk/Run and Health & Wellness Expo The School Wellness Council of the Three Village Central School District would like to invite you to our Wellness Fair. This is a unique and exciting opportunity, as the event is being coordinated alongside the CFK 5K Run/Walk. Open to all family and community members, The Health & Wellness Fair will host a wide assortment of vendors providing information and services related to Health & Wellness".Please click here for registration form and more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153973 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153973 National Scholarship Finalists Seventeen Ward Melville High School seniors have been named finalists in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented seniors were honored as semifinalists earlier this year based on the results of their Preliminary SATs, a test that serves as an initial screening of approximately 1.5 million entrants each year, and by meeting published program entry and participation requirements. They now have the opportunity to continue for some 7,400 National Merit Scholarships worth about $32 million. Congratulations to the following students: Eleni Aneziris Corey Emery Hannah Goldberg Yiran He Ashley Hong Ariel Leong Thomas Li Alice Liu Amanda Liu Jeffrey Michel Nima Mohammadi Mark Nie Mohit Singh Sarah Sun Joshua Tanenbaum Jason Wallach Katherine Wang http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153971 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153971 Going for Gold Based on their scores on this winter’s National German Exam, five Ward Melville High School students have been named recipients of the National German Exam Award. Frances Clever and Jeffrey Michel, each with a score of 99 percent, received the Gold Award and tied for the top-ranking score on Long Island. Thomas Kernan also earned the Gold Award, with a score of 91 percent, and was ranked seventh on Long Island. In addition, he has qualified for the next level of the competition, the interview, and will now compete for an all-expense-paid trip to Germany this summer. The three are expected to receive additional awards during a special recognition ceremony this May, sponsored by the Long Island Chapter of the American Teachers of German. This annual event is hosted to honor all top scorers across Long Island. In addition to the Gold Award recipients, Victoria Larocco was named a Silver Award winner and Dana Smith earned the Bronze Award. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153970 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153970 Millrose Rankings Ward Melville High School’s track program was well represented at this year’s Millrose Games by two talented relay teams, once of which earned a second-place finish in the contest. The 4x400-meter relay team made up of juniors Hannah Hobbes and Madison Hobbes and sophomores Allyson Gaedje and Samantha Rutt placed second with a season best time of 4:00.99. The 4x800-meter relay team comprised of sophomores Gaedje and Samantha Sturgess, freshman Shannon Ryan and eighth-grader Elizabeth Radke placed eighth with a season best time of 9:34.21. The Millrose Games, now in its 109th year, is a prestigious indoor track and field event that features Olympic and world champions, professionals, youth, clubs, masters and top high school athletes. This year’s event was held on Feb. 20 at the New Balance Track and Field Center at the Armory in Manhattan. “Being able to compete as a high school athlete at the prestigious Millrose Games is a tremendous honor,” said girls track head coach Tom Youngs. “To be able to send two relay teams to represent Ward Melville High School is a testament to the talent and depth of our program. This is a special group of student-athletes, and I am so fortunate and proud to be a part of it. Their focus, dedication and commitment is what makes them so good. From day one, they bought into the process and learned to believe in themselves and each other. Being able to compete alongside Olympic and world champions is an experience that I hope will last a lifetime for them.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153969 Fri, 26 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153969 Gap Elimination Letter Community members interested in joining the growing movement against the GEA can use the following letter template. A list of elected officials to send this message to can be found here http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153968 Thu, 25 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153968 Care Packages Warm Hearts http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153636 Wed, 24 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153636 Coding Experts Nassakeag Elementary School students have been learning about the intricacies of computer programming through a variety of hands-on STEM lessons. Earlier this year, all kindergarten through sixth-grade students participated in the Hour of Code movement, which challenged students to take part in coding activities for at least one hour. That effort was expanded upon this winter when STEM teacher Colleen Maier led a robot programming class for third- and fourth-graders. After using markers and paper to map out their coding concepts, the students visited the computer lab to generate code and program robots called ozobots to complete tasks. The students learned how the ozobots have color sensors and, by using different colors, could be programmed to move through various mazes and complete challenges. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153635 Tue, 23 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153635 Postmarked Lessons Nassakeag Elementary School kindergarten students in Rebecca D’Agostino’s class learned about the postal service in a hands-on way when they created an operational post office in their classroom. After discussing the importance of this national profession and how mail travels, students learned about the different responsibilities of the office workers. Then, during the week leading up to Valentine’s Day, the students had the chance to fulfill the various roles, including stamp sellers, letter carriers, sorters and office workers. Throughout the school day, the kindergartners assumed these roles and carried out numerous jobs to ensure their classmates’ Valentine’s cards were delivered on time. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153631 Mon, 22 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153631 Words of Love In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Arrowhead Elementary School kindergarten students created handmade cards for the veterans living at the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook. They worked individually and collaboratively with their teachers to make approximately 70 cards. The veterans were appreciative of the delivery and have indicated an interest in penning response letters back to the classes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153632 Mon, 22 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153632 Healthy Hearts http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153629 Mon, 22 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153629 Heartfelt Packages Minnesauke sixth-graders in Patricia Woods’ class teamed up with the first-graders in Jennifer Frole’s class on a community service project this February designed to make the Valentine’s Day holiday a happy one for less fortunate individuals. Working together, the two classes created 80 goody bags for residents at a local assisted living complex. The students filled the bags will various toiletries and created valentines for each recipient. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153633 Mon, 22 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153633 Winter Athletic Awards Ceremony - Tuesday, February 23, 2016 Athletes and parents of Varsity/JV Wintersports are invited to attend the AthleticAward Ceremony on Tuesday, February 23rd @ 7PM in the Ward Melville Auditorium http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153634 Mon, 22 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153634 Honored for Service In recognition of a high level of dedication to their volunteer positions as trustees, five Three Village Board members were recently honored for their ongoing commitment to board training. Inger Germano, Jonathan Kornreich and Dr. Jeffrey Kerman were honored with the Board Achievement Award for their participation in leadership development training totaling 75 points; Deanna Bavlnka was presented with the Board Excellence Award for participation in leadership development opportunities totaling 150 points; and William F. Connors Jr. was presented with the Board Mastery Award for participating in leadership development opportunities totaling 250 points. These awards were issued by the New York State School Boards Association in recognition of the members’ time and dedicated effort toward continually expanding governance knowledge and skills through NYSSBA credit-earning activities and School Board U training opportunities. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153630 Fri, 19 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153630 Literary Honors Ward Melville High School’s literary magazine, Cinnabar Magazine, earned the top prize in this year’s National Council of Teachers of English Excellence in Student Literary Magazine Contest. The 2015 edition, Attic, earned the highest honor in the state after being judged against submissions from more than 50 New York State high schools. The district extends its congratulations to the entire staff of Cinnabar on this terrific achievement. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153623 Mon, 15 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153623 Debaters Head to States Ward Melville High School’s Debate Team is moving on to the state championship. Novice Public Forum team members Kathleen Esfahany and Michael Lu captured another trophy at this February’s Elimination Tournament at North Shore High School. They placed seventh out of 36 entrants, with full qualification for the state tournament to be held at Hofstra University in April. This third solid win by the school’s Debate Team marks an extraordinarily successful season in their first year of competition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153624 Mon, 15 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153624 Memory Makers Capture Awards Ward Melville High School’s award-winning yearbook staff continue to earn praise and commendation for their talent and forward-thinking publication. The 2015 Invictus Yearbook has earned four Gold Circle awards from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association. These awards recognize superior work by student-journalists working individually or in teams to create print or online media. In recent years, more than 15,000 entries have been submitted to the annual competition, and approximately 1,200 awards from 204 different categories of entry have been given. Congratulations to the following Ward Melville winners: First Place, Infographic Design: Michele Moloney and Fangrui Tong First Place, Advertisement Design: Grace McBride First Place, People Spread: Alexandra Peterford and Elisabeth Sunberg Second Place, Title Page Design: Amanda Spaccarelli http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153625 Fri, 12 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153625 Life-Saving Training http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153622 Fri, 12 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153622 2016-2017 Calendar Summary http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153621 Thu, 11 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153621 Presidential Honor Ward Melville High School seniors Arman Esmaili (not pictured), Yiran He, Ashley Hong, Ariel Leong, Amanda Liu and Katherine Wang have been named candidates for the 2016 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. The program honors some of the nation’s most distinguished graduating seniors who demonstrate exceptional scholarship and talent in the visual, creative, performing arts, and career and technical fields. Each year, approximately 4,000 candidates are identified nationwide. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153616 Thu, 11 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153616 Board of Education Meeting Update: April 20, 2016 The April 20 Board of Education Meeting has been moved to April 19 in order to accommodate the change in date of the ESBOCES Annual Vote. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153626 Thu, 11 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153626 Update regarding used snow days As a result of the recent school closings due to snow (2), please be advised that school will now be in session on Tuesday, May 31, 2016. This date was previously labeled a “vacation” day on the school calendar. Should an additional emergency closing day be needed, school will also be in session on Friday, May 27, 2016. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153619 Wed, 10 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153619 Sex Offender Notification Please click to open letter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153618 Wed, 10 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153618 Elements of Learning Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-grade students in Patricia Woods’ class were given a rare opportunity to assume the identity of something famous during a recent science lesson. As part of their science curriculum, the students researched one of the 118 elements on the periodic table. After conducting their research, they shared their newfound knowledge during a class celebration. Many students dressed as the element they selected and brought in props, including coins and thermometers, to enhance their presentations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153615 Wed, 10 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153615 Patriot Earns County Title Ward Melville High School student Mike Reilly has been named the 1,600-meter Large School County Champ. He earned this title during the Suffolk County Championships in early February. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153614 Tue, 09 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153614 Mount Learns Myachi http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153617 Tue, 09 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153617 Celebrating World Languages World languages were celebrated in a variety of ways as P.J. Gelinas Junior High School marked this year’s Foreign Language Week. The building’s Foreign Language Honor Society participated in a poster contest, calling all members to create colorful pieces based on the central theme “Languages Enrich Your Mind.” The entire student body enjoyed viewing a traveling mural exhibit throughout the week in the foreign language hallways, as well as taking part in trivia and door decorating contests. The week concluded with an International Night celebration featuring five musical performances and an array of authentic dishes. Congratulations to ninth-grader Komal Grewal for winning the poster contest and Brian Scripture’s class for winning the door decorating contest. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153613 Mon, 08 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153613 One for the Record Books Students from Minnesauke, Setauket and W.S. Mount elementary schools, as well as P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools, helped to break the Guinness World Record for the most horns performing on stage at one time during this year’s SCMEA Day of Horn. The record was originally 180, held by a group of Pakistani sheep hornists, but this year’s SCMEA group surpassed that with more than 270 players on stage. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153610 Fri, 05 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153610 Debate Team Captures Awards Ward Melville High School’s Debate Team scored a big win during the All-Debate Tournament at Schreiber High School in Port Washington. Student-members Kathleen Esfahany and Michael Lu captured first-place trophies in Novice Public Forum, winning all four rounds with the highest speaker points. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153609 Thu, 04 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153609 7-12 Grade Report Cards Now Viewable in the Portal Secondquarter report cards are now viewable in the Campus portal for all secondary students.Final grades for half year courses have also been posted. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153611 Thu, 04 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153611 FBLA Team Earns Top Prizes Ward Melville High School’s Future Business Leaders of America team earned top honors at this year’s Spring Regional Competition held at LIU Post. More than 400 students participated in the program, which involved competitive events in a variety of business areas. The winners of the state elimination events will represent Suffolk County at the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Rochester this April, where they will compete in their events against other winners from New York State. Ward Melville’s chapter earned the following honors: State Elimination Events: Will Jin – 1st Place - Public Speaking I Tanya Gupta – 1st Place - Public Speaking II Michael Lu – 1st Place - Basic Decision Making Dylan Chou – 5th Place - Client Services Julia Hoffman – 5th Place - Impromptu Speaking Written Tests: Brandon Feng – 1st Place - Business Calculations Sachin Patnaik – 1st Place - Business Communications Thomas Li – 1st Place - Business Law Donna Yu – 1st Place - Economics Andrew Kirillov – 1st Place - Introduction to Business Crystal Her – 2nd Place - Accounting II Marina Vostrova – 2nd Place - Banking and Financial Systems Serena Zhao – 2nd Place - Business Calculations Zyad Gomaa – 2nd Place - Technology Concepts San Ha Kim – 3rd Place - Banking and Financial Systems Katie Wang – 3rd Place - Business Communications Rajan Patel – 3rd Place - Hospitality Management Hugh Ferguson – 3rd Place - Marketing Nima Mohammadi – 4th Place - Word Processing Austin Day – 5th Place - Sports & Entertainment Marke http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153608 Wed, 03 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153608 Checkmate Ward Melville High School’s Chess Club has made its mark on the state level. Club President Ethan Li became the No. 1 ranked chess player in New York State for his age, while Sam Wallach took first place in his section by defeating the top-seeded player at the Greater Scholastic Chess Championship this January. Both Ethan and Sam had the opportunity to speak with and obtain the autograph of former World Champion chess player Gary Kasparov. As a new club, the Ward Melville High School Chess Club is now on the map and is certainly a force to be reckoned with. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153606 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153606 Messages of Hope Minnesauke Elementary School’s Kids Care Club created 75 cards and 50 bookmarks for the Message of Hope Foundation. According to its website, the organization seeks to deliver messages of hope to children with special needs, chronic and life-threatening illnesses. It also delivers “happy hope bags” to hospitalized children nationwide. Minnesauke’s creative crafts will aid the foundation in reaching its mission of collecting 100,000 “happy hope cards” in 2016 to package in the bags. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153607 Tue, 02 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153607 Regent Visits with Club Members Members of Ward Melville High School’s Students United in Faith, Hebrew Culture and International Culture clubs attended a “Project Understanding” presentation by New York State Regent Roger Tilles. Mr. Tilles shared interfaith experiences designed to promote understanding and respect for different faith communities. The experience provided the students with an opportunity to further develop their appreciation and understanding of one another. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153604 Mon, 01 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153604 Advancing to Regional Contest P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-grader Emily Bussa has been named the winner of the schoolwide spelling bee and will now compete at the regional contest at Hofstra University. Emily emerged as the winner during the sixth round of the contest after correctly spelling the word “pharaoh.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153605 Mon, 01 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153605 Showcasing Musical Talents The P.J. Gelinas Junior High School String Quartet was selected to perform and participate in learning activities at the LISFA Chamber Music Festival held at Stony Brook University’s Staller Center this January. The quartet, comprised of violinists Samuel Catalfo and Benjamin Catalfo, violist Samuel Kim and cellist Janet Song, had the chance to attend a workshop with the Bryant Park Chamber Players and work on their musicianship with professional coaches. At the end of the festival, they performed Mozart’s String Quartet, K. 157 on the Staller Center Recital Hall stage. “It was a pleasure to see and hear our string quartet perform so well at this All-County event,” said teacher Alisa Rabbitt. “They represented our school and district in a stellar way.‬” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153602 Fri, 29 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153602 History Experts W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth- and sixth-grade students had the chance to answer questions of historical importance as they participated in the National History Bee. More than 60 students took the contest’s written test, from which 25 semifinalists were selected for the competition’s oral round. Sixth-graders Neal Carpino, Matthew Chen and Ari Zucker emerged as the school winners and are now eligible to participate in the online qualifying exam. Their scores on that exam will determine whether they advance to the regional finals and compete in one of the 39 buzzer competitions across the United States. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153601 Thu, 28 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153601 Where in the World Seventh- and eighth-graders from P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools demonstrated their historical knowledge during the National Geographic Bee this January. All students participated in an initial round of testing, and winners from each social studies class moved on to a schoolwide competition. The school competitions yielded two champions: R.C. Murphy eighth-grader Peter DiPietro and P.J. Gelinas seventh-grader Matthew Kronenberg. These students will now advance to the next level of the competition for the chance to qualify for the statewide competition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153600 Wed, 27 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153600 Celebrating Languages R.C. Murphy Junior High School students and staff celebrated world languages through a series of interactive events during this year’s Foreign Language Week. Throughout the week, students tested their knowledge of languages during a trivia contest, showcased their creativity as part of a door decorating contest, listened to daily announcements in the three languages studied at Murphy, and visited a traveling mural exhibit. Additionally, the school continued its tradition of hosting cooking and culture classes for fifth- and sixth-grade students. Each of the three classes featured a different foreign language — Italian, French and Spanish — and instructed attendees on how to prepare a native dish from that region. The week concluded with a celebratory International Night that featured cuisine, music and dance performances from around the world. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153599 Tue, 26 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153599 Community Swim Program Registration - February 1, 2016 Spring 2016 Community Swim Program Registration will occur on February 1, 2016 at 6:00 pm for residents. Please click here for program information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153603 Tue, 26 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153603 Alumni Share Advice and Guidance Ward Melville High School alumni returned to their alma mater this winter to visit with current students and reflect upon their college and career experiences. The annual Alumni Day program, a tradition at the school, featured students from numerous graduating classes, including the Class of 2015. The panel of graduates spoke with students in the school’s LGI and individual classrooms to offer insight into postgraduate programs and answer questions. The topics ranged from freshman experiences and college coursework to determining one’s path immediately after high school or college. “By coming back for Alumni Day, I hoped to squelch some of the stereotypes or misconceptions the students may have heard about college,” said Cadet Chris Aliperti, who spent two months this past summer in cadet basic training and is a declared mechanical engineering major focused on nuclear energy systems. “Most of all, I wanted them to take away that whatever path they choose after high school, they should be sure to make the most of it.” “I hope what the students took away is that each person has their own unique college experience,” said Adam Kuhn, a 2014 graduate of the University of Maryland and second-year law student at Syracuse University. “The most important thing I shared was that it’s OK in your freshman year to not know what you want to major in or what field you’re interested in. Many schools allow you to declare your major by the end of sophomore year. But once you figure out what you want, work hard to make it happen.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153598 Mon, 25 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153598 Delayed Opening January 25, 2016 Emergency SchoolInformation: Due to the inclement weather, a 2-hour delayed opening will be conducted district wide. All schools will open 2 hours later than the regular time. All students should be at their usual bus stop exactly 2 hours later. The morning SACC program and all before-school programs are cancelled. Dismissals for all schools will be at their normal times. The Ward Melville High School exams originally scheduled for 7:45 am tomorrow have been changed to 12 noon tomorrow. Exams originally scheduled for 12 noon tomorrow have been moved to 7:45 am on Friday, January 29th. Please see the Ward Melville High School website for more information including the bus schedule. Staff should report one-half hour before the start of school, with the exception of custodial and food service workers. Custodial and food service workers should report at their regularly scheduled time. All CSE, Sub-CSE, CPSE, Manifestation, or 504 Meetings, will begin one hour after the start of your child’s school day and will follow the scheduled times for the remainder of the day. Any meetings scheduled prior to the new start time will be cancelled and rescheduled. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153597 Sun, 24 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153597 Math Champions Math teams from P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools took home top prizes after competing in the Suffolk County Math Teachers Association’s annual tournament this January. Two teams from Gelinas and two from Murphy represented Three Village during the 23rd annual event and competed in two rounds as individuals and one round as a team. All four teams, which consisted of eighth- and ninth-grade students, were challenged to answer an array of math questions. The questions increased in difficulty, incorporating material from subjects such as algebra II and minor trigonometry. As a team, Murphy students Reilly Browne, Kelsey Ge, Daniel Ma, Daniel Schwartz and Albert Tian placed fourth, and Eric Chiu, Keene Lu, Priya Mukhi, Darren Tung and Cliffton Woo placed fifth. Gelinas students Matthew Fiorella, William Sun, Ben Templeton, Alice Yang and Grant Yu placed second. Individually, Three Village swept the top four positions, with Ma placing fourth, Templeton placing third, Lu placing second and Yu taking the top spot. Fellow students Jessica Guo, Morgan Persky, Ryan Qin, Neil Shady and Rebecca Zhang also took part in the contest. To prepare, the students studied material from previous competitions and participated in dedicated review sessions. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153238 Fri, 22 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153238 Set to Compete in Millrose Games Ward Melville High School junior Hannah Hobbes and sophomores Allyson Gaedje, Samantha Rutt and Samantha Sturgess have qualified to compete in the Millrose Games at the Armory in New York City on Feb. 20. The 4x4 relay team earned their bid to compete with a second-place finish and a time of 4:01 in the Long Island qualifying race. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153596 Thu, 21 Jan 2016 13:00:00 GMT false153596 Continuing Education Spring Brochure Now Available The Spring 2016 Continuing Education brochure is available via this link. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153595 Thu, 21 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153595 Pennies for Patients Setauket Elementary School students and staff are working to make a difference in the lives of many as they embark on a Pennies for Patients fundraising drive this January. The endeavor, which benefits the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, hits home for the school community as one of their own – Kelly Anne Crovello – has been awarded the title of Honored Hero by the organization this year. To jump-start their fundraising efforts, the school’s student council organized a kickoff assembly program with members of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Throughout the meeting, the individuals discussed blood-borne cancers in an age-appropriate manner and how important the fundraising campaign is to the organization. During the event, members of the student council proudly announced that the school’s fundraising efforts were already off to a winning start, as the $547 received during the Concerned Dental Halloween candy buyback program was applied to this effort. All donations received will be made in Kelly Anne’s honor. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153233 Thu, 21 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153233 Parent Contact Information - Please make sure your contact information is up to date. Parents, please make sure that your contact information is accurate in the Campus portal. Log into the portal and check Household for your home phone number. Also check"Family Members" for parent/guardian cell phone and e-mail address. (The automated School Messenger system will contact the household, cell phone and e-mail address in case of a school-wide emergency. The parent work phone is only used to contact a parent in case of an individual student emergency.) Parents can request an update to the Family Member information inside Campus. If you need a change to the household phone number, please contact the district registrar at 730-4555. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153220 Thu, 21 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153220 Publishing Artistic Talents An original drawing created by W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth-grader Melody Wang was selected as a winner of Kidsday’s 37th Annual Art Contest. Melody’s piece, a drawing of a puppy, was judged by artists and reporters at Newsday and selected as a top entry in the animal category. Her artwork graced the pages of the Dec. 27 edition of Newsday/Kidsday. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153234 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153234 Pre-Kindergarten Open House - Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016 Scope at Three Village Pre-Kindergarten Program will host an Open House for prospective parents and children onWednesday, January 20 from 4:30-5:30 at Nassakeag Elementary School. There will be an informational presentation at 5pm. Student volunteers will be on hand during the Open House to interact and play with prospective students, should their parents wish to bring them to the session and visit the classrooms. We are currently in Open Enrollment. All students who are interested in being in the program can submit their registration packets to SCOPE. Click here for more information- http://www.threevillagecsd.org/department_and_programs/pre-k_program http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153594 Wed, 20 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153594 Spotlighting Technology http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153235 Tue, 19 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153235 The free screening of "Beyond Measure" will not be shown at this time. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153593 Sun, 17 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153593 Inside Award-Winning Research Projects During the first week of January, five Ward Melville High School seniors were named semifinalists in the 2016 Intel Science Talent Search competition. Below is an overview of their award-winning submissions: Eleni Aneziris was named for her work in the field of psychology titled “Effects of Predictability on the Startle Reflex in Anticipation of Emotionally-evocative Pictures.” Summary of her work: Preparing for future events is vital for survival, yet extreme sensitivity to threat can interfere with daily functioning and may indicate an anxiety disorder. I studied the impact of predictability on the startle reflex, a tool that measures emotional processing while anticipating emotional pictures. Ninety-five participants completed a fear conditioning paradigm in which neutral, pleasant and unpleasant pictures were presented with predictable or unpredictable timing. The increase in anxiety was greater during the unpredictable compared to the predictable timing trials with unpleasant pictures, and my results showed that abnormally high sensitivity to unpredictability may thus be the primary cause of anxiety disorders. Sophia Chen was rewarded for her mathematics project “On Steady Super-Kähler Ricci Solitons.” Summary of her work: A manifold is a generalization of the idea of a curved surface in a higher dimension. I studied super manifolds with some dimensions that aren’t described by ordinary numbers. One way of studying manifolds is to study how their shape changes with time. In particular, interesting manifolds are ones which evolve in such a way that their shape remains the same. I found examples of such manifolds when they have two super dimensions as well as two ordinary dimensions. I also proved the nonexistence of certain others in higher dimensions. These kinds of objects are interesting to mathematicians and physicists. Ariel Leong worked in the field of bioinformatics and was noted for her project “Systematic Discovery of Genes and Networks in Colon Cancer Stem Cells Implicated in Chemoresistance.” Summary of her work: Colon cancer patients have a 91% survival rate when the cancer is detected early, but only 11% if it has metastasized. This is partly due to chemoresistance caused by cancer stem cells. The p53 gene is an extremely important tumor suppressor; it’s the most frequently mutated gene in human cancers. Tumors in which p53 is mutated or deleted are more virulent than those that have p53 intact. Thus the link between p53 and chemoresistance warranted investigation. I explored potential interactions between genes, and analyzed gene activity in two colon cancer non-stem cells and two colon cancer stem cells. I analyzed how p53 loss affected chemoresistant and non-chemoresistant colon cancer cells differently, and found potential p53 targets. Harriet O’Brien was recognized for her work in the field of multiple sclerosis titled “The Characterization of Immunomodulatory and Remyelinating Agents on Microglial Polarization.” Summary of her work: Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease in which the immune system degrades the protective covering of nerves. Upon neurological injury, microglia, the resident immune cells of the CNS, activate and polarize to one of two phenotypes: pro- or anti-inflammatory. Microglial polarization can be manipulated by drugs and is a promising target for the treatment of MS. I examined the effects of drug-mediated polarization with individual and combinatorial treatments and found the tested drugs to induce an anti-inflammatory shift. Further results may display the pathway through which one drug exerts this shift. The discovery of both as immunosuppressant agents is a step towards their reposition as treatments for neurological diseases such as MS. Fangrui Tong completed a project in the field of nanomaterial science titled “A New Approach to Chemical Sensing Using Tunable Optical Properties of Unique Nanostructures of TiO2 Coated Morpho peleides Butterfly Scales.” Summary of her work: Chemical sensors may be improved by the M. peleides butterfly, which gets its characteristic blue hue from the refraction of light by small nanostructures on its wing surfaces rather than from pigment. This mechanism allows the output color to be changed by an alteration of the structure, such as when chemical vapors are adsorbed onto the surface, adding a thin film that changes the way light refracts. We observed the ethanol responses of the nanostructures (when coated and uncoated with TiO2) by taking the spectra of the wing in varied concentrations of ethanol vapor in the UV-vis range. We concluded that the TiO2 coating did not negate the structure’s effects. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153232 Fri, 15 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153232 Administrator of the Year Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich has been named Administrator of the Year by the New York State School Counselor Association. Ms. Pedisich, who was nominated for this honor by the district’s coordinating guidance chairperson, Linda Bergson, is the first superintendent to receive this award. She was presented with the honor during the district’s Jan. 13 Board of Education meeting. The award was established to recognize a department, building or district leader who has provided outstanding support to the school counseling profession through development of the district’s comprehensive school counseling program or other program innovations. It acknowledges the demonstration of outstanding leadership, advocacy and collaboration in promoting equity and access for all students to rigorous educational opportunities. “As someone who began her career as a school counselor, your support and understanding of the profession as superintendent of schools deserves recognition,” noted Dr. Barbara Donnellan, NYSSCA president, in her congratulatory letter. “Your advocacy for students, facilitation of difficult situations, and careful attention to the recent revision of your district school counseling program all contributed to your selection for this recognition.” In her nomination letter, Ms. Bergson highlighted Ms. Pedisich’s caring and detailed approach to education: “Ms. Pedisich’s style of leadership has always been one of collaboration and respect for others. She is always a professional, a wonderful listener, and if she asks you to do something, she will always offer to help you accomplish it.” Ms. Bergson went on to explain Ms. Pedisich’s role in the lengthy process to update the district’s guidance plan and overhaul the grading policy from an alphabetical to a numerical system. “We realized how fortunate we are to have a truly outstanding educational leader, and it is really wonderful when an outside group affirms our view of the superintendent and the outstanding leadership that she is providing,” commented Board of Education President William F. Connors Jr. “Tonight is very special for a number of reasons – not only for this wonderful and most appreciated honor, but because it is coming from an organization that represents my origins as an educator,” said Ms. Pedisich. “When I reflect back on my career, I have to say, without a doubt, that those first years were the most intrinsically rewarding for me; they meant a great deal to me. Those years set in motion a career in education in a place I have come to value, respect and now view as a family. I would not be in this position or the educator I am, if not for this place and the people with whom I have worked.” Ms. Pedisich began her career in the district in September 1984 as a school guidance counselor. Throughout her tenure in Three Village, she has served as a chairperson of the Ward Melville High School Guidance Department, as well as the assistant director and the executive director of pupil personnel services, before becoming an assistant superintendent and, ultimately, the superintendent of the district. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153237 Fri, 15 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153237 NYS Comptroller’s Report Click Here http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153239 Thu, 14 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153239 Cheery Performances W.S. Mount Elementary School’s wind ensemble and chamber orchestra traveled to the Long Island State Veterans Home to spread holiday cheer. The half-hour musical program was followed by a meet and greet with residents, where students gave cards and pictures from the Mount Art Club to the residents. The students found it to be an unforgettable experience and a heartwarming way to beginning the winter break. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153236 Thu, 14 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153236 Spellers Showcase Skills Students at R.C. Murphy Junior High School and Setauket and W.S. Mount elementary schools showcased their linguistic skills this winter by participating in school spelling bees. After winning their classroom bees, the students competed in the schoolwide contests. Each contestant took turns spelling difficult words as they battled for several rounds for the chance to earn the title of top speller. Jonathan Huang was named the winner at Murphy with the word “molasses,” Ryan Himmelsbach was named the winner at Setauket with “secession” and Daphna Fineberg was named the winner at Mount with “migraine.” The school spelling champs will now compete in the Long Island Regional Scripps Spelling Bee at Hofstra University in March. P.J. Gelinas Junior High School will host a school bee at the end of January. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153231 Thu, 14 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153231 Student Pieces in Print Original written pieces created by Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-graders in Paul Wilgenkamp’s class began appearing in Newsday the week of Jan. 10 . Below are links to some of the items. http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/word-of-the-week-a-way-to-acquire-a-great-vocabulary-1.11280208 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/family/kidsday/ralph-macchio-talks-karate-kid-dancing-with-the-stars-1.11293906 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/learning-how-to-be-kind-and-courteous-helps-everyone-1.11280149 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/our-visit-to-chocolate-works-in-stony-brook-1.11293259 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/family/kidsday/new-york-rangers-forward-rick-nash-talks-to-long-island-kids-1.11279747 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/family/kidsday/new-york-rangers-rick-nash-playmobil-unveil-new-play-sets-in-nyc-1.10928288 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/you-can-be-very-creative-using-household-objects-1.11293271 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/family/kidsday/family-chickens-are-my-fine-feathered-friends-1.11297713 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/family/kidsday/book-review-the-buccaneers-code-a-fun-novel-about-pirates-1.11289720 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/family/kidsday/a-plea-to-help-rescue-animals-1.11294234 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/skiing-with-my-dad-1.11293452 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/family/kidsday/winterizing-a-traxxas-rustler-a-remote-controlled-car-1.11289704 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/the-rinx-outdoor-skating-fun-on-port-jefferson-harbor-1.11280169 http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/trading-a-present-you-don-t-like-for-one-you-do-1.11279794 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153230 Wed, 13 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153230 Alumnus Returns Ward Melville High School alumnus Captain Christopher Day (Class of 2007) returned to his alma mater to speak with current students about his life after high school. His discussion included life at West Point Military Academy, milestones of his Army career so far, and his experiences in working with the people of Afghanistan. Touching on culture and kindness, he gave a PowerPoint presentation and discussed cultural differences. Students asked various questions, including when he knew he wanted to join the military and how difficult it was to get into West Point. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153227 Tue, 12 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153227 Debaters Take on Tough Competition Ward Melville High School’s Debate Team put the Patriots on the local circuit map with a strong showing in the Long Island Forensic League’s All Debate Tournament at Syosset High School. In only their second tournament, sophomore pair George Boukas and Ivan Viro captured seventh-place trophies out of 35 entries in Novice Public Forum, winning three out of four rounds with high marks for arguing the resolution “On balance, standardized testing is beneficial to K-12 education in the United States.” Sophomores Kathleen Esfahany and Michael Lu placed 14th with three wins out of four rounds. Pairs Serena Liu and Brendan Berscak and Matthew Okrent and Tim Sadov won two rounds each. Team co-presidents Emily Xu and William Jin participated in the Junior Varsity Lincoln Douglas category, arguing the resolution “In the United States criminal justice system, jury nullification ought to be used in the face of perceived injustice.” Emily Xu moved up significantly on the roster from November’s tournament, and junior Umaimah Nawaz participated as a first-time debater in Lincoln Douglas. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153228 Mon, 11 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153228 New Technology Specialist Welcomed The district has appointed Laura Pimentel as the new assistant director of instructional technology and data/test coordinator. Since September 2008, Ms. Pimentel has been an integral member of the district’s staff, serving as the lead teacher for data and assessment. In that role, she served two years as a summer reading program teacher, co-taught in integrated instruction to varied level Spanish classes to differentiate instruction, and implemented multiple technological resources into Spanish classrooms to not only aid instruction, but also enhance student comprehension. She also utilized a variety of Web-based management systems to organize and present data to administrators, teachers and the community, as well as to provide training to professionals on the use of programs such as My Learning Plan, Microsoft Excel and different scanning products. Prior to her work in the district, Ms. Pimentel was a shared data expert at Eastern Suffolk BOCES and a special education teacher in Honolulu, Hawaii. She is the previous recipient of the New York State Council of School Superintendents’ Dr. Mary Barter Scholarship, the ASSET Teacher Recognition Award and a MESTRACT grant award. Ms. Pimentel has served on many committees and boards throughout her professional career, including several district-based organizations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153223 Fri, 08 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153223 Rolling Up Culinary Delicacies R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-graders in Emma Domino’s International Foods class had the chance to learn about the intricate process of making sushi when Satoko Mathews, a chef from Suffolk Community Culinary College, visited. During the demonstration, the presenter explained the importance of preparing the sushi rice so it will have the correct stickiness to adhere to the seaweed paper. She also instructed the class on how to prepare the vegetables by cutting them into matchstick-sized pieces to fit into the rolls. The class was pleasantly surprised to learn how easy the sushi was to prepare and how delicious and healthy California rolls are to eat. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153226 Fri, 08 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153226 Case of Pertussis at Laurel Hill School Please read this letter from the Suffolk County Department of Health Services for additional information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153229 Fri, 08 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153229 STARS Program Earns National Recognition Minnesauke Elementary School’s STARS character education program earned national recognition this winter, as it was named a 2015 United Against Bullying Grant winner in a contest organized by Safe Fleet and its subsidiaries. As a winning school, Minnesauke was presented with an anti-bullying kit, student prizes and a $1,000 grant to be used to further develop and expand its anti-bullying initiatives. The school’s program works to promote and celebrate the positive behaviors and character traits that students exhibit. Minnesauke school social worker and PBIS committee member Leia Woodruff applied for the grant. The school staff intends to use the funds to develop events and a reward system aimed at encouraging students’ positive behavior on the school bus, as well as a school bus driver training program to prevent incidents of bullying on board the school bus. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153225 Thu, 07 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153225 Giving to Veterans In a project aimed at giving back to those who dedicated their lives in service to our country, Minnesauke Elementary School fourth-graders in Kara Gorski's class rolled up their sleeves this winter to complete a community service project for local veterans. During their traditional holiday party, the class embraced the spirit of giving and created care packages for those at the Long Island Veterans Home in Stony Brook. The packages consisted of toiletries such as soap, shampoo and dental care items, as well as washcloths and combs. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153224 Wed, 06 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153224 Seniors Named Intel Semifinalists Ward Melville High School seniors Eleni Aneziris, Sophia Chen, Ariel Leong, Harriet O’Brien and Fangrui Tong have been named semifinalists in the 2016 Intel Science Talent Search. As semifinalists, each student will receive a $1,000 award from the Intel Foundation, with an additional $1,000 going to their school. The Intel Science Talent Search, the nation’s oldest and most prestigious pre-college science competition, has been bringing together the best and brightest young scientific minds in the United States for 75 years. Each year, 300 Intel STS semifinalists and their schools are recognized. From that select pool of semifinalists, 40 student advance as finalists and are invited to Washington, D.C. in March to participate in final judging, display their work to the public, meet with notable scientists and compete for awards, including the top three awards of $150,000 each. Additional information about each of the students’ projects will be added in the coming days. Below are the subject matters they studied. Eleni Aneziris – Effects of Predictability on the Startle Reflex in Anticipation of Emotionally-evocative Pictures Sophia Chen – On Steady Super-Kähler Ricci Solitons Ariel Leong – Systematic Discovery of Genes and Networks in Colon Cancer Stem Cells Implicated in Chemoresistance Harriet O’Brien – The Characterization of Immunomodulatory and Remyelinating Agents on Microglial Polarization Fangrui Tong – A New Approach to Chemical Sensing Using Tunable Optical Properties of Unique Nanostructures of TiO2 Coated Morpho peleides Butterfly Scale http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153222 Wed, 06 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153222 Gracing Cover to Spotlight Technology A three-dimensionally printed replica of her own image earned W.S. Mount Elementary School fourth-grader Madison Esposito a feature and cover photo on the Dec. 7 edition of the nationally read Scholastic News magazine. The feature describes Madison’s interest in 3-D printing, how these devices are used in personal, professional and medical settings, and how her replica was produced at the DOOB 3D store in New York City. “I was so excited to have made my ‘mini-me’ and be included in Scholastic News,” said Madison. “It is something I will always remember.” Madison’s experience not only sparked interest from her peers, but also served as the foundation for a class discussion on the growing technology. The class read Madison’s feature, titled “Me in 3D,” and discussed how a 3-D printer differs from a regular printer and the innovative ways in which this technology is being used. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153215 Mon, 04 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153215 Sounds of the Season http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153221 Mon, 04 Jan 2016 05:00:00 GMT false153221 Safety Patrol Honored The outgoing spirit and dedication of the Setauket Elementary School Safety Patrol was recently recognized and commended by a local family whose child was positively impacted by the members this year. In a letter from Tom Palamara, the father of a Setauket student and director of The Rinx ice rink, he praised the students for their ongoing commitment toward creating a safe and welcoming school environment. Mr. Palamara explained how the group helped his son, who entered his first year at Setauket this year, feel comfortable in his new surroundings. In addition to his letter of commendation, Mr. Palamara gave each Safety Patrol member a pass to skate for free at The Rinx. During the presentation, he noted the students’ “great level of responsibility and compassion” and that “as a local business, these are the type of traits that I look for in future employees.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153216 Tue, 22 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153216 PJG Theater Company Proudly Presents 12 Angry Jurors - Friday, Jan. 15, 2016 The Paul J. Gelinas Theater Company proudly presents 12 Angry Jurors. This is the play 12 Angry Men adapted for a mixed cast. The performance will be Friday, January 15, 2016 at 7:00 PM in the Gelinas Auditorium. Tickets will be $10.00 general admission. Tickets will be on sale beginning January 4 in the Gelinas cafeteria during lunch periods, and at the door the night of the show. It is sure to be a great show! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153219 Tue, 22 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153219 Musicians Spread Holiday Cheer R.C. Murphy Junior High School¹s chamber orchestra and chamber choir performed an assortment of holiday favorites for the residents at the Long Island State Veterans¹ Home this December. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153218 Tue, 22 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153218 Building a ‘Village’ for Veterans Setauket Elementary School fourth-grade students in Lisa Wall’s class worked as architects and decorators as they collaboratively helped to create a Gingerbread Village this December. The completed piece, which included a colorful house, trees and many decorations, was donated to the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook as a holiday decoration. The students teamed up with several other classes at Setauket to create holiday cards for the residents as well. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153217 Mon, 21 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153217 Holiday Fitness As part of an ongoing health initiative, Minnesauke Elementary School students are working to stay fit and active this winter season. Organized by the school’s physical education teachers, the program invites students to compete in a monthlong fitness contest. The initiative challenges them to remain active for 60 minutes a day and chart their activities. The class with the highest number of logged minutes will be named the winner. “We wanted to remind our students that even during the winter months, there are countless opportunities to be active,” said physical education teacher Danielle Cumings. In addition to this initiative, the teachers transformed the school’s gymnasium into a winter wonderland. The seven-station project engaged students in a variety of activities, including “ice skating” at the North Pole, “dog sledding” with Snoopy, penguin bowling and floor hockey. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153214 Fri, 18 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153214 World Education Games Lisa Wall’s fourth-grade students at Setauket Elementary School showcased their talents at the international level this year as they competed in the World Education Games, powered by 3PLearning in association with UNICEF. Over the course of three days, the students completed challenge questions in the areas of literacy, mathematics and science. These inquiries focused on creating independent learning and critical spelling awareness; math fluency, reasoning and problem-solving; and interactive, virtual science experiments through digitally simulated real-world environments. Together, 21 students from Mrs. Wall’s class answered 5,393 questions. The program, which is the world’s largest free online education competition, is held every two years and provides students with enriching opportunities to engage in activities aligned with academic standards. More than 6 million students from 20,000 schools in 159 countries were registered in this year’s competition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153213 Thu, 17 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153213 ‘Young Frankenstein’ a Fan Favorite The comical tale of love and hair-raising experiments unfolded on stage at Ward Melville High School as the building’s talented student-actors and musicians performed the Broadway hit musical “Young Frankenstein” this December. The reimagined tale of the Frankenstein legend based on Mel Brooks’ classic comedy masterpiece followed a bright young doctor (Dr. Frankenstein) as he attempted to complete his grandfather’s masterwork and bring a corpse to life. With the help of his comedic helper, Igor, and lab assistant, Inga — and in spite of his misguided fiancée, Elizabeth — Frankenstein succeeds in creating a monster, but not without many alarming and often hilarious complications. This year’s production was directed by high school teacher Linda Contino and involved 68 actors, more than 40 pit musicians and 25 crew members. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153211 Wed, 16 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153211 Patriots Wrap-Up Ward Melville High School Patriots completed a winning fall season, with every varsity team advancing to playoff competition and earning the title of New York State Scholar-Athlete Team. The varsity field hockey team (pictured) was named Suffolk County and Long Island champions, as well as New York State finalists. The girls tennis, girls cross-country and girls volleyball teams were named league champions, while the boys golf team was named Suffolk County champions. Additionally, the following players were recognized with All-Long Island Team honors: Alex Stein (girls volleyball), Shawn Davenport (field hockey), Chris Allen (boys volleyball), Casey Gavin (girls swimming), Matt O’Hea (football, second team), Ed Munoz (football, second team), Kerri Thornton (field hockey, second team), Matt Lilley (boys volleyball, second team),Victoria Tilley (girls volleyball, second team), and Alex Stein (Long Island Player of the Year - girls volleyball). http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153212 Wed, 16 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153212 Learning to Code http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153210 Tue, 15 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153210 Book of Memories Earns Honors Ward Melville High School’s talented yearbook staff has once again earned national recognition for their amazing talents and dedication to the school’s Invictus yearbook. The 2015-16 student staff members, along with advisor Cortney Weisman, earned the following honors at the Journalism Education Association and National Scholastic Press Association’s annual conference: Michele Moloney: Superior for Infographic Design Luke Paccione: Superior for Yearbook Layout Theme Jamie Sung: Superior for Yearbook Copy/Captions: Student Life Bella Ayer: Excellent for Photo Portrait Lauren Berlinghof: Excellent for Themed Photo Sarah Klecher: Excellent for Yearbook Sports Photography Fangrui Tong: Excellent for Logo Design Shannon Reilly: Honorable Mention for Advertising Design Rachel Rosenfeld: Honorable Mention for Yearbook Cover/Endsheets Joseph Spaccarelli: Honorable Mention for First Year Photo Elizabeth Zhao: Honorable Mention for Yearbook Copy/Captions: Clubs Additionally, the 2014-15 Invictus staff won Design of the Year awards: Amanda Spaccarelli, Anthony Muscarella and Bella Ayer: First Place, Yearbook Spread Michele Moloney and Fangrui Tong: Fifth Place, Infographic of the Year Fangrui Tong: Fourth Place, Comic Strip Cartoon of the Year Matthew Fouranis: Second Place, Photo of the Year for Environmental Portrait Marina Vostrova: Honorable Mention http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153207 Mon, 14 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153207 Setting Science to Music http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153205 Thu, 10 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153205 Confirmed Case of Pertussis at Robert C. Murphy, JHS. Please be advised that there has been a case of Pertussis at Robert C. Murphy, JHS. Please Click for More Information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153206 Thu, 10 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153206 Singing in the Holiday Season Student-musicians in the district helped usher in the holiday season by performing throughout the community. Pictured, the P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Vocal Vikings recently sung during the Stony Brook Tree Lighting ceremony. Photos provided by Greg Catalano. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153208 Wed, 09 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153208 Winners in the Zone Ward Melville High School seniors Katherine Wang and Patrick Morelli have been selected as recipients of the 2015 Suffolk Zone Award, presented by the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Each year, every high school in Suffolk County recognizes its top male and female physical education students based on the following criteria: physical education achievement, scholastic achievement, outstanding character, physical education class leadership, schoolwide and/or community leadership, and positive role modeling. All Suffolk County winners were honored at an awards dinner at the Hyatt Regency Wind Watch in Hauppauge on Dec. 2. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153209 Tue, 08 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153209 Minnesauke’s Meals on Wheels Minnesauke Elementary School students in Susan Archer's, Michele Byrne's, Jeffrey Schaentzler's and Paul Wilgenkamp's classes helped make the Thanksgiving holiday a joyous one for those served by Meals on Wheels. The students organized and created a variety of holiday items for the organization, including loaves of pumpkin bread and decorative turkey bags filled with placemats, bread and handmade cards. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153203 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153203 Erupting Interest in Learning http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153204 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153204 Visiting the National Weather Service Members of P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s Science Olympiad team were invited to visit the local branch office of the National Weather Service as a result of team members Liam Sauer and Andrew Zhang’s first-place medal in the Meteorology-Climate event at the 2015 National Science Olympiad Tournament. During the visit, nine members of the 2015 team, along their parents and team advisor/Gelinas Science Department Chairperson Gary Vorwald, toured the NWS office located on the campus of Brookhaven National Laboratory. Upon arrival, they were greeted by meteorologist Gary Conte, who spoke with them about how the NWS forecasts and prepares for severe weather. The group was also invited to tour the facility where weather data is collected and forecasts are developed. The visit ended with the launch of a weather balloon. Weather balloons, which are launched from more than 150 sites across the U.S. twice a day, carry instruments through the atmosphere and measure temperature, humidity, air pressure and wind. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153201 Fri, 04 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153201 Patriots Perform at Seawolves Game Setauket Elementary School’s band performed the national anthem before the start of the Stony Brook University Seawolves football game on Nov. 21, a day they designated “Three Village Day.” Each student who participated in the building’s character education program, Setauket ROCKS, received a voucher for a free ticket to the game. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153202 Fri, 04 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153202 Messages of Hope for Paris Following the tragedy that Paris experienced this November, 42 Ward Melville High School students created a profoundly emotional video message for the citizens of France. The piece came together as a result of a request received by teacher Cortney Weisman from Class of 2007 alumnus and WBLI on-air morning show correspondent “John Online” Mingione. The students, who primarily came from the school’s Advanced Placement French and French D classes, worked with teachers Eric Jourdain and Melissa Quiros to translate messages of hope, peace and inspiration submitted by Long Island listeners of the WBLI and WBAB radio stations. Many of the students then volunteered to record the translated messages and appear in a video production for the Long Island radio stations. A copy of the video, which was subsequently sent to a radio station in Paris for broadcast, can be seen here: http://www.wbli.com/news/entertainment/morning-show/long-island-paris/npPrM/ http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153199 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153199 Winning Drive for Local Families Ward Melville High School’s Key Club hosted its annual Turkey Teacher Competition Can Drive throughout the month of November, during which students and staff donated hundreds of nonperishable canned goods for local families in need. In lighthearted fun, the donations were placed in boxes inscribed with the names of faculty members. The staff member with the most number of donations was named the “winner” of the contest – Allison Kane – and the one with the least number of donations – Kevin Finnerty – was challenged to wear a turkey hat on the day before the holiday break. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153200 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153200 Vorwald Named Distinguished Teacher P.J. Gelinas Junior High School teacher and Science Chairperson Gary Vorwald has received the first-ever Distinguished Earth Science Teacher Award from the New York Earth Science Teachers Association. The award honors an active earth science teacher in a public or private school in New York. Candidates were evaluated on the profile information they submitted, their outstanding results with their students, and their participation and leadership in professional organizations, as well as their commitment to earth science teachings. Mr. Vorwald, a 29-year educator, has been teaching in the district since 1998. He has taught nearly every science course offered at P.J. Gelinas and is the school’s science department chairperson, as well as the lead coach of its award-winning Science Olympiad team. He is active in numerous professional organizations and is a leader in the Science Teachers Association of New York State, where he has held offices such as Suffolk section president, subject area representative for earth science and conference chairperson. He is also a member of the National Science Teachers Association, the National Earth Science Teachers Association, the New York Earth Science Teachers Association, the National Association of Geoscience Teachers and the Long Island Science Congress. He presents at the annual coaches clinic and is the event writer and supervisor for the Rocks & Minerals and Fossil events. Mr. Vorwald’s list of awards is extensive. He received the Outstanding Earth Science Teacher of New York State award from the NAGT in 1997, and Suffolk STANYS presented him with its service award in 2005. He was honored by the Harvard Club of Long Island as a Distinguished Teacher in 2011 and received the STANYS Excellence in Teaching Award for intermediate level science teaching in 2012. Earlier this year, he was named a New York State Master Teacher. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153197 Wed, 02 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153197 Brightened Days Through Loomathon Third-grade students in Bryan Mandracchia’s class at Minnesauke Elementary School took their rainbow looming skills to a new level this November. As a follow-up to a lesson on the election process, the class put democracy into action by voting on what they felt was the best way they could give back to the community. It was a unanimous decision to have a rainbow “loomathon” for the purpose of creating bracelets, charms and 3-D figures for children at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. Over the course of an hour, the students worked very hard to produce more than 75 beautiful creations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153198 Wed, 02 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153198 Minnesauke Saving Lives Although not yet old enough to donate, Minnesauke sixth-grade students worked to save the lives of many individuals by coordinating a highly successful blood drive this November. Prior to the event, the students were visited by a member of the New York Blood Center to learn about the importance of blood donations, what blood is made of, and how the donations will benefit individuals. During the drive, sixth-grade volunteers acted as “little doctors,” wearing lab jackets, assisting volunteers with paperwork and providing much-needed post-donation snacks. A total of 60 individuals registered for the blood drive, and 42 pints were collected. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153196 Tue, 01 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153196 Mixing Up Treats With Math http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154178 Tue, 01 Dec 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154178 Top Prize for History Archive Project P.J. Gelinas Junior High School ninth-grader Sahil Sangwan was named the winner of the 2015 New York State Archives Student Research Award Competition, sponsored by the New York State Education Department, in the grade 6-8 category. For Sahil’s entry, “Impact of Melville Family’s Contribution to the Three Village Area,” he worked closely with Gelinas library media specialist Nicole Connelly to create a detailed presentation, including an annotated bibliography and documented use of historical records. The annual contest encourages students to explore the wealth of historical records held in New York State repositories. It is also designed to increase cooperation between schools and organizations that administer historical records useful for education. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153195 Mon, 30 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153195 Student Scientists Honored During its late November meeting, the district’s Board of Education honored Ward Melville High School students who were named semifinalists and regional finalists in the 2015 Siemens Competition in Math, Science and Technology. Below is an overview of the projects the students completed: Emily Huang – Semifinalist “TCA Contamination in Groundwater: Inflammatory and Pro-Cancer Effects through Estrogen Signaling.” Emily’s work focused on determining the effects of groundwater pollutants on inflammation and breast cancer development and how these could be inhibited using an estrogen blocker currently targeted as a breast cancer drug treatment. Harriet O’Brien – Semifinalist “The Characterization of Immunomodulatory and Remyelinating Agents on Microglial Polarization.” Harriet studied the damage to nerve cells associated with multiple sclerosis propagated by pro-inflammatory immune cell infiltration and attack of the myelin sheath that may be reversed by potential therapeutic agents. Jennifer Yang – Semifinalist “Exploring the Anti-cancer effect of Phospho-Aspirin, an novel aspirin derivative, in Pancreatic cells.” Jennifer was able to determine that Phospho-Aspirin significantly reduced new pancreatic cancer cell growth while inducing apoptotic cancer cell death and will further evaluate this compound as a potential chemotherapeutic agent. Kathryn Zhao – Semifinalist “Degrees of a Minimal Solution to a Linear Diophantine Equation over Finite Fields.” Kathryn’s theoretical math project defined a function on a linear Diophantine equation over the polynomials that measured the degrees of the minimal solutions to the equation and found that one can fix the degrees of the two given polynomials and the defined function in order to characterize the size of the set. Roshan Patel – Finalist “Enhanced power output and tolerance to fuel impurities demonstrated in a proton exchange membrane fuel cell utilizing a graphene oxide nanoparticle coated nafion membrane.” Roshan’s group worked with graphene oxide nanoparticles to improve the performance of fuel cells by reducing the poisoning of the membrane from impurities in the hydrogen fuel that can hamper efficiency. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154181 Wed, 25 Nov 2015 09:00:00 GMT false154181 Baked Holiday Pies R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Community Connections Club made the holiday season a bright one for area families by rolling out tasty chicken pot pies. Working with club advisors Ginger Ferraro and Emma Domino, the group created 16 pot pies from scratch, which were then donated http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154180 Wed, 25 Nov 2015 08:00:00 GMT false154180 A Thankful Celebration R.C. Murphy Junior High School staff celebrated the Thanksgiving holiday with their first staff feast. The event, organized by the PBIS Committee and members Dana DePersio and Melissa Lacapria, ran during school lunch periods and included tasty holiday dishes created by staff members from each department. Each staff member was invited to decorate a paper feather with what they are grateful for this holiday, and the finished creations were displayed on a huge turkey bulletin board during the feast. This year, as part of the school’s character education program, the building is focused on promoting staff cohesion in order to positively impact the student population. ​ http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154179 Wed, 25 Nov 2015 07:00:00 GMT false154179 Celebrating Thanksgiving Students throughout the district celebrated the Thanksgiving holiday with interactive and festive events this November. As a culmination to their classroom studies, Minnesauke Elementary School kindergartners in Jennifer Lazarou’s kindergarten class enjoyed a feast with their classmates and families. Those in attendance shared what they are thankful for and sang a holiday-inspired song. Leading up to the event, the students fashioned Native American and Pilgrim hats, wrote compositions on what the Native Americans had taught them, and drew creative pictures of turkeys. First-grade students at W.S. Mount Elementary School showcased their newfound knowledge of the Thanksgiving holiday during skits and concluded with a classroom feast. Songs varied by class and included “The ABCs of Thanksgiving” and “Albuquerque Turkey.” Kara Gorski’s fourth-graders at Minnesauke celebrated by making "Thanksgiving blessing mixes," which will be donated to the R.C. Saint James Church Soup Kitchen. The special treats, which included a personal note from each student, will be distributed at the soup kitchen’s Thanksgiving dinner. Nassakeag Elementary School coordinated a Touchdown Tuesday Food Drive for local food pantries. The school collected hundreds of nonperishable food items, and each student who donated received a certificate and voucher for a free ticket to the Stony Brook University Seawolves game on Nov. 21. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153194 Wed, 25 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153194 Science Tuesdays http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154177 Tue, 24 Nov 2015 18:00:00 GMT false154177 Inspired Young Author P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grader Aidan McIlvaine has accomplished something not many peers his age have – he has become a published author, with his first book hitting online shelves this fall. The book, “The Elementals: The Beginning,” is about a team of teens with powers based on elements such as fire and earth, and their work to defeat an evil reign of terror. Aidan, who completed the book over the course of a year, was inspired to put pen to paper after an author visit at his elementary school. That author, Lou Petrucci, a sixth-grade teacher in the district, spoke about his experience writing his book, which sparked Aidan’s interest in penning his own novel. “Writing is an outlet for me…[it’s] something that I enjoy doing in my free time,” said Aidan. He credits his friend, Dylan Matthews, with providing inspiration for the storyline throughout the development process, and aspires to create a sequel to the book in the future. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154175 Tue, 24 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154175 Ward Melville HS Presents Young Frankenstein - Dec. 10, 11, 12 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154176 Tue, 24 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154176 Math Scholars P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-graders Neil Shady, William Sun, Benjamin Templeton and Rebecca Zhang and R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-grader Daniel Schwartz have been named Long Island Young Scholars of Mathematics by the Institute of Creative Problem Solving for Gifted and Talented Students at The College at Old Westbury. The honor acknowledges that these students are in the top one-tenth of 1 percent of all local math students in their grade. As Scholars, they will now have the chance to spend 60 hours in math classes over the span of 20 Saturdays. The program’s curriculum covers mathematical topics in algebra, geometry, discrete math and number theory. Topics not included in the standard course of study, such as problem-solving applied to probability, drawings of ocean bottom profiles, the theory of finite differences, topics in science and mass point geometry, will also be presented. More than 600 students from school districts on Long Island were nominated for this honor, and only 84 were accepted. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154174 Mon, 23 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154174 APPR Letter to Parents http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154170 Fri, 20 Nov 2015 11:00:00 GMT false154170 Jeans for Troops R.C. Murphy Junior High School and Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff sported their favorite jeans this November to raise funds and awareness for U.S. troops. Murphy staff raised $500 and Minnesauke raised more than $140. Both schools’ donations will benefit the GI Fund, which helps veterans secure employment, receive job training, continue their education and improve their health benefits, as well as provide basic aid and assistance to low-income and homeless veterans. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154172 Fri, 20 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154172 My Military Hero R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh-grader Amelia Larkin was named a winner in an essay contest held in celebration of Veterans Day. Titled “Red, Write and Blue,” the contest, sponsored by Genser, Dubow, Genser & Cona Elder Law Counselors, called for students to draft essays on either “What America Means to Me” or “My Military Hero.” Amelia’s essay on the latter theme, which she drafted in her social studies class with teacher John Black, centered on her uncle Kevin, who has served in both the Navy and Army. In her piece, she noted, “I hope that someday I could be like him, inspiring people and being a hero to America.” As an award winner, Amelia was honored during the Salute to Veterans: An Inter-Generational Heroes’ Celebration at the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook. “Our district always embraces the opportunity for our students to see Veterans Day as a chance to recognize past and present individuals in order to remember what has been done in the country to keep us free,” said Dr. Paul Gold, K-12 director for social studies. “Students like Amelia embody the dedication and commitment to citizenship we hope to instill in all our scholars.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154173 Fri, 20 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154173 Creativity Fills Balloons Connecting curriculum with Thanksgiving, W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth- and sixth-grade students honed their creative writing skills as they penned persuasive essays to Mr. Macy of Macy’s department stores. Teachers began the assignment by sharing the historical fiction books “Balloons Over Broadway” and “Milly and the Macy’s Parade.” In groups, the classes discussed the historical importance of the annual parade, reviewed the types of balloons that are already featured and brainstormed ideas for the debut of a new balloon in 2015. The students collaborated on large-scale mock-ups of the designs they envisioned and drafted essays convincing Mr. Macy why their pieces should be included in the time-honored parade. The completed projects were put on display for all to enjoy during Mount’s Giving Day Parade. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154169 Wed, 18 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154169 PRIDE Day Ward Melville High School students and staff continued their mission of creating a culture filled with compassion, acceptance and awareness as they celebrated Patriot PRIDE (Peace, Respect, Integrity, Dependability, Encouragement) Day. This year’s program centered on the words and story of Rohan Murphy, an inspirational speaker who promotes the message of living a “no excuses” life. Mr. Murphy, who lost his legs at birth, spoke about how he worked to overcome life’s obstacles and physical challenges in order to achieve his personal standards for success. He told the students about how he pushed himself to achieve both academically and athletically, as he went on to attend and become a Division I wrestler at Penn State University. “Every single day in the world, ordinary people are doing extraordinary things in their lives,” said Mr. Murphy. “Don't let anyone tell you that you can’t or get in the way of accomplishing the goals you have set for yourself. Life is all about choices, and even the small choices will shape a large part of your future.” To continue the message of the day, several school clubs organized informational booths in the school’s commons area. The activities at these booths included creating a chain of kindness, writing pride-filled messages on a Tree of Kindness and seeking inspirational messages from the leaves of a paper tree. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154168 Tue, 17 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154168 Buckled Up for Safety The tragic results that poor decisions can have on motor vehicle drivers and passengers served as the foundation for a recent eye-opening program offered to Ward Melville High School students. The event, called Driving Equation Teen Presentation, focused on the importance of wearing a seat belt, as well as the negatives of distracted driving and driving under the influence of substances. Presenter Al Ferrari visually and verbally demonstrated the quick turn these actions can take and how one’s life can change seven seconds after impact. The program was open to all health classes and was delivered on behalf of the EAC Network through a grant from State Farm. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154166 Mon, 16 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154166 Saturday Enrichment Program 2015-2016 - Deadline Extended to 11/20 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154152 Mon, 16 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154152 7-12 First Quarter Report Cards Available in the Portal Secondary report cards are now viewable in the Campus Portal in the Reports section. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154167 Mon, 16 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154167 Exploring History Setauket Elementary School fourth-graders had the chance to step back in time and learn about Native Americans as they participated in the interactive program Journeys into American Indian Territory. As part of the fourth-grade curriculum, the students learn about the culture of Native Americans and New York State. The in-house field trip, funded by the PTA, deepened their understanding of the Eastern Woodlands Native Americans. Throughout the program, the students listened as presenters spoke firsthand about tribal traditions, including games, arts and crafts, and songs and dances. They also visited museum exhibits displaying a variety of Native American artifacts, including bows and arrows, period clothes worn before European contact, and a 4-foot-long longhouse. Additionally, the fourth-graders learned about different aspects of the Iroquois government and the important roles animals played in the Native American lifestyle. They also created their own pinch clay pots. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154165 Fri, 13 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154165 Celebrating Hispanic Heritage In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, ninth-grade students at P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools participated in an essay writing contest. The freshmen were required to choose a Latino from the past or present with whom they would like to spend the day and explain why in 500 words or less. During their foreign language classes, students visited the library to research several famous Latinos before making their choice. The essays needed to include the students’ own research, writing and original thinking. The winning essays from the in-house contest have been submitted to the Annual Hispanic Heritage Month Essay Contest sponsored by Cablevision. Congratulations to the following winners, who will now compete at the regional level: (Gelinas JHS) Lucia Buscemi, Lizzie Concepcion, Sahil Sangwan, Megan Specht and Elizabeth Wang; (Murphy JHS) Bre Cohn, Leah Cussen, Thomas DiPietro, Kelsey Ge, Steven Holmquist, Daniel Liquori, Michael Santiesteban, Noelle Walker and Alisa Walsh. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154164 Thu, 12 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154164 Sweet Donations Minnesauke Elementary School students donated more than 300 pounds of candy to the Halloween candy buyback program organized by Setauket orthodontist Dr. Jared Funt. The dental professional coordinated the effort to not only keep students’ teeth healthy, but to also benefit the Boots on the Ground charity. For every pound of candy that a student donated, they received $1, and the schools with the highest amount of donations were rewarded with cash prizes. Minnesauke was awarded a $500 donation from Funt Orthodontics. The Setauket Elementary School Student Council also coordinated a candy drive. They collected unopened Halloween candy for three days following the holiday. The candy they received was donated to a local dentist’s “Operation Gratitude” drive, which will provide care packages to troops overseas. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154163 Thu, 12 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154163 Patriotic Project for Veterans Minnesauke Elementary School’s new Kids Care Club worked on a community service project for the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook during a recent meeting. The club members wrote letters for residents and decorated wreaths for the facility in anticipation of this year’s Veterans Day. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154162 Wed, 11 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154162 Immigration Story Wins Top Prize Arrowhead Elementary School sixth-grader Steven Orland was named a first-place winner in an essay contest organized by the Daughters of the American Revolution. Steven’s entry, which he created during his fifth-grade class with Christina Maffia, was written as a child’s first-person experience with immigrating to America. He wrote his piece about a young boy who was not only frightened by the move, but also curious as to what America would be like and the endless possibilities his new country would bring. “Steven is a really talented writer, and I was quite impressed by how he applied all of the writing techniques he learned in fourth and fifth grade into the piece with such a strong and powerful voice,” said Ms. Maffia. “It was amazing how he could create something so realistic without having personally experienced the situation.” As a top winner, Steven was awarded a gift certificate, medal and commemorative certificate. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154171 Tue, 10 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154171 What’s for Lunch? This month, students throughout the district will enjoy a lunch designed by Minnesauke Elementary School second-grader Sadie Miranda, as she was named the winner of the National School Lunch Week contest. Students throughout Three Village schools designed a balanced lunch including their favorite fruit, vegetable, protein, grain and milk choices. They drew images of these items and submitted their meal plans to their school’s cafeteria during a set time frame. Sadie’s selection, which included apples, carrots, chicken nuggets, rice and chocolate milk, will appear on Three Village lunch trays this month. As the winner, she was presented with a commemorative certificate and $10 iTunes gift card. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154160 Tue, 10 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154160 Preparing for Future Careers http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154154 Mon, 09 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154154 Creating a Culture of Understanding Ward Melville High School celebrated National Hispanic Heritage Month this fall through a series of interactive and culturally rich activities. To celebrate and share the love of the Hispanic cultures, students of all levels of study were invited to participate in a “Culture Fair.” The event involved the full foreign language department and approximately 60 students, who prepared presentations about different topics of interest from the Hispanic world. Some of the topics included: Cinco de Mayo, Day of the Dead, Travel in Latin America, Poets of Mexico, Etiquette in Spain, Painters and Sonia Sotomayor, as well as Mate and its origins. Students showcased their research on their subject of study through posters and/or PowerPoints before speaking to a panel of judges about their knowledge of the subject. The event was well-received and students asked that it be repeated. Additionally, students were able to enjoy traditional foods and cultures of the regions when they visited the Pollo Rico restaurant in Centereach for a traditional lunch, a history of dance as well as a dance lesson. In total, 37 students attended, and all were on the dance floor during the visit to learn how to merengue, salsa and tango. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154158 Fri, 06 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154158 AIMHighNY Online Public Common Core Learning Standards Survey Available The AIMHighNY survey is intended to provide an opportunity for all stakeholders to go online and review as many or as few standards as they desire for the purpose of commenting on what is liked, not liked, and/or offer a suggestion for a change to a particular standard. The comments provided by the public about specific standards will be evaluated by teams of NY educators from all levels specializing in the specific content areas. Changes recommended by these teams will be presented to the New York Board of Regents for consideration. Any changes to the standards would not be implemented until the 2016-17 school year of later. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154161 Thu, 05 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154161 Patriots Bound for the Postseason **UPDATED 11/13** Every Ward Melville High School varsity athletic team completed a successful season and earned a spot in their respective sport’s league championship game. Additionally, many student-athletes have advanced further, competing individually or as a team for regional titles. Below is an overview of where the teams stand to date: Girls Field Hockey – Named League I, Section IX and Long Island champions. They will compete this Sat. Nov. 14 in the State Semifinals. The winner of this contest will advance to compete in the State Championships on Sunday.

 _____________________________ Boys Cross-Country – Completed an outstanding season with strong performances by many team members. One athlete, senior Mike Reilly, has qualified for the State Championship. Girls Cross-Country – Completed an undefeated season and was named League Champions. The team, which has been a powerhouse over the last 15 years, made a good run for the county title as they competed in the Section IX Championship. Golf – Completed their regular fall season with a record of 12-0 and were named league champions.

 Girls Gymnastics – Competed in the team championships and junior Claire Dempsey will be competing in the individual state championship this spring on both floor exercise and balance beam. Football – With an overall season record of 5-3, the team advanced to this year’s playoffs for the first time in the past six years. The first playoff game against Connetquot High School was close one for the Patriots and ended in a tough call on the last play, resulting in a 41-40 loss for Ward Melville. A playback of the close match can be seen on MSG Varsity. Boys Soccer – Competed in the Section XI/Suffolk County playoffs, defeating North Babylon in the first round but suffering an upset to Brentwood in the second round. 

 Girls Soccer – Ranked second in the league, but suffered an upset in League I playoffs to Deer Park. Girls Swimming – Five students - Brittany Coughlin, Casey Gavigan, Ashley Hart, Katie Wang and Jen Yavid - will be competing in the individual championship during the week of Nov. 16-20.

 Tennis – Completed the season with a 12-0 record and were named league champions. They won the first round of the Section XI tournament but suffered a loss against East Hampton in the second round. Boys Volleyball – Competed in the Section IX/Suffolk County Tournament, where were defeated by a strong team from Eastport-South Manor. Girls Volleyball – Completed an undefeated season and were named League I champions. Ranked the No. 2 seed, the team won their Nov. 4 game against Newfield and a semifinal game against Smithtown High School East. The team's season ended with a tough loss in the finals on Thurs. Nov. 12 at Suffolk County Community College – Brentwood Campus. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154159 Wed, 04 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154159 Patriots Welcome New Athletic Director At the Oct. 28 Board of Education meeting, the district voted to appoint Peter J. Melore as its permanent executive director of health, physical education, recreation and athletics. "I am extremely proud, honored and excited to have the opportunity to serve the Three Village School District and community,” said Mr. Melore. “Three Village is without question one of the premier school districts on Long Island, with a long tradition of excellence in education and athletics. It is that balance that drew me to pursue an opportunity to work and serve within this outstanding educational environment. I look forward to working with parents, staff, the administration and, most of all, the student-athletes to sustain the tradition of excellence and continue to move forward with new initiatives to enhance our program.” Mr. Melore, who comes to Three Village from the Roslyn School District, has more than 23 years of experience in the field of health education and athletics. He began his career as a middle school physical education teacher in the Farmingdale School District, where he also served as a building and district leader for internship projects, as well as a lead teacher. In his most recent role as Roslyn’s director of physical education, health, intramurals, athletics and recreation, Mr. Melore oversaw the entire health and physical education department, fostered collaborations with community groups, and organized the robust secondary athletic schedules and staff. Throughout his professional tenure, Mr. Melore has also worked as a coach at both the high school and middle school levels. In the role of head varsity football coach, he guided Smithtown High School East to the Big Four Championship in 2012 and 2014, as well as the playoffs in 2013. He had similar success as the assistant head varsity football coach at Farmingdale High School, a role in which he accumulated 11 Big Four championships, 10 finals showings, five county championships, one Long Island championship and one Rutgers Cup trophy, and was honored with the 2007 Nassau County Assistant Coach of the Year award. Mr. Melore earned his Bachelor of Science in physical education from SUNY Cortland, his Master of Arts in physical education from Adelphi University and his educational leadership program certificate from Dowling College. He is also certified annually in CPR and first aid. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154155 Wed, 04 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154155 Board Honored for Service The collective dedication and service of the district’s seven-member Board of Education was praised and honored during the district’s late October meeting as part of the state-sanctioned School Board Recognition Week program. As each Board member serves as a liaison to one of the district’s schools, student representatives from each building spoke on behalf of their trustee, the district clerk and the student representative, and presented them with a token of their school’s appreciation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154156 Wed, 04 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154156 Showing Signs of Support Although they did not earn the title of World Series Champions, the New York Mets were the recipients of an overwhelming amount of support from students and staff throughout the district as the team played in the MLB’s highest level of competition. As part of a fundraiser organized by Minnesauke Elementary School student Mia Butkevich and her brother, Jake, who attends P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, the town and many schools displayed large orange and blue ribbons in support of hometown Met Steven Matz. Donations from the purchased ribbons went to support the Strike Out Cancer Foundation. Nassakeag Elementary School students and staff were seen wearing their favorite Mets apparel throughout the series, and many classes created letters, signs and posters for Matz, a graduate of the school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154157 Tue, 03 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154157 An Educational & Giving Halloween http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154153 Tue, 03 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154153 Wilgenkamp’s Writers Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-graders in Paul Wilgenkamp’s class learned the ins and outs of the journalism world, as they became writers for Newsday’s Kidsday section this fall. The project, which aimed to teach students about the field through hands-on work as reporters, called for the class to create a variety of articles and features for an upcoming issue of the widely read publication. Included in their assignments was an interview with New York Rangers hockey all-star Rick Nash at the NHL Powered by Reebok Store in Manhattan, and a review of the new Playmobil NHL toy line. The majority of the class’s Kidsday pieces will be included in Newsday editions the week of Jan. 10. However, based on timeliness of the product, the toy product review and interview with Nash was included in an early October issue, which can be viewed here: http://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/family/kidsday/new-york-rangers-rick-nash-playmobil-unveil-new-play-sets-in-nyc-1.10928288 "This engaging weeks-long project had the kids use literacy skills to brainstorm, interview, research, draft and publish articles for Newsday,” said Wilgenkamp. “These types of programs motivate students and show them, early on, one application for the skills they learn about each day in the classroom. After doing the project, I had a student comment that he thinks he wants to be a journalist when he gets older.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154150 Mon, 02 Nov 2015 05:00:00 GMT false154150 Trumpeted Performance Ward Melville High School’s marching band, under the direction of Laura Gustavsen and Dan Hayes, performed at the 53rd annual Newsday Marching Band Festival at the Mitchel Field Athletic Complex in Uniondale in October. To watch a video of the performance, click here. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154149 Fri, 30 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false154149 Annual District Holiday Inn Express Art Show Annual District Holiday Inn Express Show – Nov. 2-13. Join the district’s K-9 student-artists and their families during a reception on Monday, Nov. 2 from 6- 7pm. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154151 Fri, 30 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false154151 Writing with a Pro As part of their unit of study on realistic fiction, seventh-graders in Jacqueline Shaw’s English classes at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School had the chance to speak with and learn from author Kara Thomas during an in-class educational clinic. Throughout the lesson, Ms. Thomas discussed how she got her start as an author and spoke about the importance of incorporating symbolism and imagery into narratives to add meaning to the text. After sharing examples from her novels, Ms. Thomas guided the students through an exercise to add symbolism and imagery to their own writing. “This is the first time introducing the subject, and we were very excited to welcome Ms. Thomas to our class,” said Ms. Shaw. “It is nice for the students to have an audience besides me to share their writing with and to make a connection with an author. Her visit came at a perfect time, as the students were working on revision, and her ideas hopefully provided them with a fresh look at their pieces.” Ms. Thomas is the author of the “Prep School Confidential” trilogy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154148 Thu, 29 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false154148 Celebrating Unity Day http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154146 Wed, 28 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false154146 Stop, Drop and Roll In celebration of Fire Safety Month, elementary students throughout the district learned how to stay safe in the case of an emergency with the help of local fire departments. At Minnesauke Elementary School, representatives from the Setauket Fire Department spoke with kindergartners through second-graders about the protective gear firefighters wear when entering a burning building and the importance of having a predetermined escape plan in the event of a fire. Following the discussion, the students had the chance to step aboard an actual fire truck and take an up-close look at the equipment the firefighters use. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154147 Wed, 28 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false154147 Bound for Broadway W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth-grader Ava Della Pietra will soon make her Broadway debut in the world premiere of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “School of Rock – The Musical.” Based on the 2003 smash-hit film of the same title, “School of Rock” will feature music from the movie, as well as an original score by Lloyd Webber and lyricist Glenn Slater, with a book by Julian Fellowes and direction by Laurence Connor. Ava has been cast as a member of the children’s ensemble and will be covering a swing track and serving as an understudy to one of the leading child roles — Katie, the bass player. Previews begin on Monday, Nov. 9, 2015 at the Winter Garden Theatre (1634 Broadway), with an opening set for Sunday, Dec. 6, 2015. Ava plays the bass in the show, an instrument she began studying less than a week before her audition and has been playing ever since. This is not Ava’s first time on the national stage. She worked as Little Cosette and Little Eponine in the 25th anniversary tour of “Les Misérables” and as Susan Waverly in the 2014 national tour of Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154145 Tue, 27 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false154145 ‘Gossip’ Takes the Stage The P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Theatre Company offered a candid look at the power of rumors as it presented the Long Island premiere of the adolescent issue play “Gossip” this October. This one-act play by award-winning playwright Brian Hampton gave the infectious power of gossip a visible presence on stage. The show followed a group of high school theater students who befriend a charming yet sinister new student named Gossip, who immediately and secretly begins to manipulate and twist the truth to get what she wants. When Gossip’s new friends discover her ulterior motives, they turn on her as ruthlessly as she went after them, leading to a surprising twist ending. Thirteen students showcased their talents in this year’s production, which marked the school’s 13th anniversary of staging shows geared toward starting conversations about topics affecting today’s youth. Five students served as assistant directors for the play, which was one again directed by Gelinas teacher Robert DePersio. Each of the grade levels had a chance to view the performance during the day, and an evening show was held for the community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154144 Mon, 26 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false154144 Educational Oktoberfest Arrowhead Elementary School kindergarten students celebrated the fall harvest during an interactive and educational Oktoberfest. The event featured a number of workstations, each of which had a curriculum component connected to the activity. During the apple tasting and apple graphing sections, they used their five senses to identify which type was their favorite and charted their responses on large paper. They found star patterns in an apple stamping section and worked on artistic skills during a leaf rubbing activity. Mathematics skills were utilized as the students worked to estimate the number of objects in a jar. Cooperative learning skills were fostered as each class created a scarecrow to put on display in the classroom. As a follow-up, the students completed writing activities on the types of apples they preferred the next day within their classrooms. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154142 Fri, 23 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false154142 Working to ‘Whip’ Pediatric Cancer Setauket Elementary School’s entire student body and staff joined together this October for a highly popular fundraiser, the Whip Pediatric Cancer Challenge, to raise money for the Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. Wearing gold or yellow shirts to symbolize the cause, the school filled the hallways and did the "Whip and Nae Nae" dance in unison. They were joined by Jordan Belous, the Long Island student who started the program, which has gone viral since August. As a result of the effort, which was coordinated by Pam Austin, Adrienne D'Onofrio, and student council representatives Andrew D'Onofrio, Emma Elgut, Maia LeLay, Conor Matthews, Nicole Matthews, Joseph Murtha and Daniel Sobel, the school collected $1,870.35. A video from the event can be seen here: https://youtu.be/tVTaYTNUvYg. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153778 Thu, 22 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153778 Cheers for a Hometown Met Nassakeag Elementary School students and staff displayed their overwhelming support for alumnus and current New York Mets pitcher Steven Matz by blanketing the school with Mets attire on the day the team hoped to clinch a spot in the 2015 World Series. Principal Gail Casciano, who served as his principal for two years, recalled Matz’s time at Nassakeag with pride, noting his nice personality and spirit. As Matz takes the mound as tonight’s pitcher, Three Village Patriots of all ages are sure to be rooting for their hometown Met. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154143 Wed, 21 Oct 2015 14:00:00 GMT false154143 Honor for Gelinas P.J. Gelinas Junior High School was celebrated during a recent Town of Brookhaven board meeting for being ranked a top New York State Middle School by Niche.com. Gelinas was ranked among the top 100 schools in the state and received an overall Niche grade of A. According to the company, 19,710 middle schools nationwide were rated based on key student statistics and 4.6 million opinions from 280,000 students and parents. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153777 Wed, 21 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153777 Siemens Finalist Ward Melville High School senior Roshan Patel has been named a regional finalist in the Siemens Competition in Math, Science and Technology, the nation’s premier research competition for high school students. Roshan submitted a group project to the competition, titled “Enhanced power output and tolerance to fuel impurities demonstrated in a proton exchange membrane fuel cell utilizing a graphene oxide nanoparticle coated nafion membrane.” Ninety-seven regional finalists have been invited to advance to the next round of the competition, where they will compete to present in the National Finals and for top scholarships and prizes. The Siemens Competition, administered by Discovery Education, awards a $1,000 scholarship to each regional finalist, in addition to a $3,000 prize to an individual winner and a $6,000 prize to a team winner at each regional competition. Regional finalists were picked from an exceptional group of 466 semifinalists, which included fellow Ward Melville High School student researchers Emily Huang, Harriet O’Brien, Jennifer Yang and Kathryn Zhao. They completed the following projects: Emily (group project): “TCA Contamination in Groundwater: Inflammatory and pro-Cancer effects through estrogen signaling.” Harriet: “The characterization of Immunomodulatory and Remylinating Agents on Microglial Polarization.” Jennifer: “Exploring the Anti-cancer effect of Phospho-Aspirin, an novel aspirin derivative, in Pancreatic cells.” Kathryn (group project): “Degrees of a Minimal Solution to a Linear Diophantine Equation over Finite Fields.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154141 Tue, 20 Oct 2015 06:00:00 GMT false154141 Going Blue Ward Melville High School and Minnesauke Elementary School worked to increase awareness of the dangers of bullying by wearing blue in support of World Day for Bullying Prevention. Students and staff members sported the color throughout the school day as part of their ongoing efforts to create an anti-bullying movement. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153775 Tue, 20 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153775 Winning Writer R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grader Jordan Klein earned second place in the 2015 Kenneth F. Gambone Writing Contest sponsored by the Long Island Language Arts Council. Jordan’s piece, which followed the contest prompt “The thing I know for sure,” focused on the perseverance and growth of the Jewish population over the centuries. As a second-place winner, he was invited to attend the organization’s luncheon, where he was presented with a Barnes and Noble gift card and three books. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153774 Mon, 19 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153774 Planting Seeds of Kindness Inspirational speaker, former Three Village student and founder of the Rees Specht Life Foundation Richard Specht recently spoke with the students at Minnesauke and Arrowhead elementary schools about a superpower each of them has – the ability to cultivate kindness through even the smallest acts. Mr. Specht recounted how the acts of kindness his family received in the wake of tragedy have grown into a worldwide movement dedicated to the memory of his son, whose nickname was Rees. In addition to sharing a piece of his original book, “A Little Rees Specht Cultivates Kindness,” Mr. Specht wove in a unique and scientific explanation on how the ability to change the world is something that all can achieve, provided they have the right perspective. At the end of the program, the students were challenged to go out and make the world a better place and received Pay It Forward/Seeds of Kindness cards to help keep the kindness movement going. “Unlike real seeds, the only thing needed to make kindness grow is kindness,” Mr. Specht said. “The simplest superpower we each have is the ability to smile. Go out and be a superhero and change the world.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153773 Fri, 16 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153773 A Day on the River With the maintaining of good water quality an ongoing challenge across Long Island, protecting and restoring our aquatic ecosystems has become a top priority throughout the region. As part of this far-reaching effort, six research classes from P.J. Gelinas Junior High School participated in the Day on the Nissequogue River program this October. The program, which joined 29 school districts and more than 1,700 students across four local waterways, was geared toward helping students develop an appreciation for and knowledge of Long Island’s river and estuary ecosystems. The Three Village students worked with their teachers at various locations along the Nissequogue River to simultaneously collect, analyze and share scientific information to report on the status of the river and estuary ecosystems. The classes used hands-on field techniques to describe their sites, net fish, collect water and invertebrate samples, develop a biodiversity inventory of the riparian zone and analyze water chemistry. They also examined the physical and chemical aspects of each aquatic ecosystem, such as where fresh water and salty sea water meet, the amount of sediment in the water, and nitrate, phosphate, turbidity and oxygen levels, as well as conducted biodiversity inventories of the flora and fauna in and around the river and estuary. The project was sponsored by Brookhaven National Laboratory, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the Suffolk County Water Authority and the Central Pine Barrens Commission. This is the second year Gelinas has participated in the project. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153772 Thu, 15 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153772 Inspiring Young Authors Sixth-grade students throughout the district had the chance to learn about the world of journalism and the important role that education played in one author’s life when Tim Green visited this October. The New York Times bestselling author, who is also a lawyer and former professional football player, spoke with the school’s sixth-grade classes in a joint assembly at Ward Melville High School about his start as an author, as well as the passion and determination behind all of his life choices. Throughout the assembly, Mr. Green stressed the importance of education as he compared reading to “weightlifting for the brain.” He pointed out that although luck may play a role in one’s success, the true defining characteristics of an accomplished individual are talent and work ethic. He also shared an excerpt from his book “Kid Owner.” “I’m here today to further your teacher’s mission – to make you a better person, both in your mind and through your character, and encourage you to be successful,” Mr. Green told the students. “Always remember, anything you have in life comes at a price, and that price is work.” The program was organized by R.C. Murphy Junior High School Information Specialist Betsy Knox, who noted that Mr. Green’s messages tied in well with the district’s ongoing character education initiatives and longstanding focus on creating lifelong learners. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153771 Wed, 14 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153771 Board of Education Security Presentation Click to view Board of Education Security presentation from the October 14, 2015 meeting. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153776 Wed, 14 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153776 Discussing Nutritional Facts Critical Health Issues students at Ward Melville High School went on a virtual field trip to local chain restaurants to analyze how much salt, sugar and fat can be found in the meals they are eating. After each meal’s salt, sugar and fat contents were measured out on a plate, the class discussed how they could make healthier choices while still eating at local chain restaurants. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153768 Tue, 13 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153768 CPR Training As part of the Ward Melville High School health education curriculum, students recently had the opportunity to perform hands-only CPR during class and were instructed on the proper use of the AED (automated external defibrillator). During this interactive class, students also learned how to spot signs of cardiac arrest and how to properly respond in the event of an emergency. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153767 Fri, 09 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153767 WMHS Annual Trick or Treat Street - Friday, October 30 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153769 Fri, 09 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153769 Bus Strike Update – 10/9 Over the last month, the district has continued to monitor the ongoing contract negotiations between Baumann Bus Company and their labor unit. As a reminder, this agency provides mini-bus transportation through its affiliate, Acme Bus to a small population of our student body, as well as Three Village students placed in non-public or out-of-district schools. As of this morning, the district was informed that Baumann has presented its “last, best and final” offer to the union and that they will vote on this package on Saturday, October 17. As the outcome of this vote remains unknown, the possibility of a bus strike continues to remain possible. Please be reminded that, in the event a strike is enacted, those families affected would need to secure alternate means of transportation for their children. In recognition of this additional burden, please be advised that the district will reimburse those families that transport their children themselves, at the federal government rate, for the mileage for one roundtrip per day. This will be based on school attendance for the duration of the strike. As promised, I will continue to update you regarding any new developments. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our transportation coordinator Barbara Gildea at 730-5070. Thank you for your ongoing understanding and patience. Sincerely, Cheryl Pedisich Superintendent of Schools http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153770 Fri, 09 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153770 New Coordinating Chair of Music Veteran educator and longstanding employee Anthony J. Pollera has been appointed as the district’s new coordinating chairperson of music. Mr. Pollera joined the district in 2002 as a teacher of chorus and chamber choir, as well as director of the R.C. Murphy Junior High School musical theater program. Under his direction, the ninth-grade chamber choir won first place seven times at the Music in the Parks competition, where they also received the Esprit de Corps Award. This prestigious award is given to students who demonstrate significant respect, cooperation and consideration of each other, other participating student groups and teachers at the festival. Mr. Pollera has been one of the lead music teachers in the district for the past three years and has directed and organized countless events in the Three Village community throughout his tenure, including 10 Cabaret Nights, six district faculty musical productions to raise money for student scholarships, several Family Night’s and Murphy’s Got Talent competitions. These events have brought parents, teachers and students together to work towards a common goal through the medium of music and theatre. In addition to his teaching experience, Mr. Pollera has showcased his musical talents professionally in New York City, where he performed as a musician and worked with Showtime Networks. Additionally, he was hired as musical director of the Off-Broadway production of “Birdsville,” produced by David Merrick Productions. Other experiences include vocal coach and accompanist for the Kings Point Merchant Marine Academy Glee Club, Musical Director of the Glen Cove Community Players, Stars of Tomorrow and the Harbor Arts Music Theatre Camp. In 2004, Anthony founded the Three Village Musical Theatre Company,where he has directed and accompanied 12 summer musical productions for students in grades 1-12. Mr. Pollera received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and his master’s from Stony Brook University. He has been honored with the Outstanding Achievement as Director of a Districtwide Program Award by the New York State English Council, the Performing Arts in Education Award by Theatre Three in Port Jefferson, and the 2011 SCOPE Outstanding Teacher Award. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153766 Thu, 08 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153766 Published Authors Original written and creative works produced last school year by Brianna Rovegno’s fourth-grade class at Arrowhead Elementary School are set to hit newsstands this October, as they will be featured in the Sunday, Oct. 25 Kidsday section of Newsday. For the feature, the students worked as journalists under the guidance of a Newsday editor to create jokes, puzzles, surveys and articles on a wide array of topics. They also had the chance to conduct an interview with Auggie Maturo, one of the stars on the show “Girls Meets World.” The venture enabled the class to strengthen both their writing skills and research abilities. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153765 Wed, 07 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153765 Commended Scholars Twenty-nine Ward Melville High School students have been named Commended Students by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation based on the exceptional academic promise they demonstrated on the PSAT, the qualifying test used for program entry. The National Merit Scholarship Program recognized approximately 34,000 students throughout the nation with this honor. Although they will not continue in the 2016 competition, these students placed among the top 5 percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the competition by taking the 2014 PSAT. Congratulations to the following students: Sage A. Beasley Natalie E. Butkevich Kevin Caoo Sean Cassidy Sophia Chen Shannon Dalton Drew A. Ehrlich Arman Esmaili Sarah R. Gutman Joseph L. Hines Thomas P. Kernan Woonyoung Kim Maho Koga Rhea J. Lieberman Rachel C. Marotto Andrew A. Mata Rajiv S. Moturu Megan G. Patton Katerina Sadov Heidi E. Scarth Rebecca E. Schneider Selina Tang Fangrui Tong Orion S. Weiss Emily L. Winston Jennifer Y. Yang Grace Y. Zhang Elizabeth Zhao Grace Zhao http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153763 Tue, 06 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153763 October 7 Meeting of Three Village SAGE is Cancelled http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153764 Tue, 06 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153764 Making Buddies at Minnesauke Thanks to a generous gift by the Minnesauke Elementary School’s sixth-grade Class of 2014, a new buddy bench has been installed on the school’s playground. The purpose of the new bench is to provide a space for students to sit while looking for a friend with whom to share recess time. In conjunction with the school’s character education program, students are encouraged to regularly check the bench and extend a welcoming hand to anyone sitting upon it to join them in a recess activity. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153762 Thu, 01 Oct 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153762 Patriot Pride http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153761 Tue, 29 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153761 College Decisions Thanks to a college awareness initiative, Ward Melville High School seniors have the opportunity to explore a variety of programs offered at nearly 80 postsecondary institutions without ever leaving campus. The on-site college visitation program helps to connect the soon-to-be graduates with representatives from schools across the nation in small-group settings during the school day. The meetings focus on the schools’ application processes, areas of study and opportunities offered beyond core academics. “It was nice to make a personal connection with the individual who will likely be the one to read my application,” said Rachel Rosenfeld, who attended the Northeastern University on-site visit. Later in the fall, seniors will have the chance to meet with these and other representatives as part of the high school’s on-site admissions program. During these events, participating college admissions representatives will meet with applicants to conduct personal interviews, evaluate their applications, and ultimately render a decision for acceptance. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153759 Mon, 28 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153759 Welcoming New Faces R.C. Murphy Junior High School hosted a student breakfast program in late September for the nearly 25 students new to the district and school this year. Staff members and several upperclassmen were on hand during the breakfast to speak with the newcomers about the school’s programs and extracurricular offerings. The event provided a warm welcome to the students and afforded them the chance to meet some of their peers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153758 Mon, 28 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153758 Focused on Good Character As part of the school’s character education program, Rachel's Challenge, Nassakeag Elementary School students and staff have once again pledged to cause a chain reaction of kindness. Individuals documented their joint effort to create an inclusive environment and promote compassion for others by signing a large banner displayed in the main hallway of the school. Awareness for the yearlong initiative kicked off during an interactive assembly called “Make a Good Choice,” led by musical storyteller Lou Del Bianco. During the event, Mr. Del Bianco took the audience on an exciting journey through his childhood, sharing the daily joys, dreams and missteps he encountered along the way. Students had the chance to consider what types of choices they would make if they were in his shoes and reflected how those choices would affect their own lives. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153756 Fri, 25 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153756 Musicians Selected for Festivals In recognition of their talents, many Ward Melville High School student-musicians have been chosen to perform at renowned regional, state and national festivals in the coming months. As a result of their outstanding scores at the 2015 NYSSMA solo and ensemble evaluation festivals, nearly 50 juniors and seniors were selected for the NYSCAME/SCMEA All-County Music Festival, and 22 were chosen as All-State participants or alternates for this year’s NYSSMA Winter Conference in Rochester, New York. Additionally, seniors Matt Hoffman and Rajiv Moturu were chosen to perform with the National Association for Music Education’s All-National Honor Ensembles through a rigorous selection process. Matt will perform as a tenor 1 in the Mixed Choir, and Rajiv as a violinist with the Symphony Orchestra. The ensembles’ final performances will be held at the historic Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee. NYSCAME/SCMEA All-County Musicians All-County Band Reilly Becchina Cameron Bosch
 Caroline Bosch
 Peter Jespersen
 Thomas Kernan
 Shane Kim
 Dylan Maggio
 Alexander Smith
 Kevin Wen All-County Orchestra Allison Dana Kathryn Forcone
 Sarah Gutman
 Crystal Her Amy Huang
 Ellen Li Thomas Li Ariel Leong
 Kathryn Leung
 Elizabeth Merrifield
 Nima Mohammadi
 Constance Mulford Ariella Napoli Jason Rahner Matthew Roberts Emily Winston All-County Mixed Choir Caitlyn Albano
 Alexandra Bassin Sage Beasley Drew Ehrlich Jacob Haff Christopher Helenek Joseph Hines Matthew Hoffman Joseph Lombardi Connor Meehan Elizabeth Merrifield Ethan Meyer Heidi Scarth Benjamin Shea Anna Skolnick John Stimmel Martin Vaillancourt Marina Vostrova Lucas White All-County Women’s Choir Meaghan Kruse Tamryn Rosner Alexis Salerno Shawn Tellekamp Sarah Whelan 2015 NYSSMA Winter Conference Reilly Becchina – Flute (alternate) Cameron Bosch – Alto Saxophone (alternate) Sarah Gutman – Piccolo (alternate) and Flute (alternate) Jacob Haff – Mixed Chorus Crystal Her – Violin (alternate) Ariel Leong – String Orchestra Kathryn Leung – String Orchestra Dylan Maggio – Snare Drum (alternate) Erin McSweeney – Snare Drum (alternate) Elizabeth Merrifield – Mixed Chorus and String Orchestra Nima Mohammadi – String Orchestra Constance Mulford – Wind Ensemble Shane Kim – Symphonic Band Meaghan Kruse – Alto II (alternate) Jason Rahner – Wind Ensemble Heidi Scarth – Mixed Chorus and Jazz Alto Voice (alternate) Benjamin Shea – Mixed Chorus Alexander Smith – Wind Ensemble John Stimmel – Bass I (alternate) Martin Vaillancourt – Vocal Jazz Kevin Wen – Alto Saxophone (alternate) Emily Winston – Symphony Orchestra http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153755 Thu, 24 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153755 National Change Makers As the nation paused to honor the 14th anniversary of 9/11, Nassakeag Elementary School fifth-graders in Adele Gibbons took the 9/11 Good Deed Pledge. After watching an informational piece about the hope that was born out of the tragedies – namely in the children who were born that day – the class embraced the notion that they each have the power to make a positive difference in the world. Each student then documented how he or she would help effect change through a written pledge, which was displayed to share with the school community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153754 Wed, 23 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153754 Annual Grade K-9 Holiday Inn Express Art Show – Reception Nov. 2 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153752 Tue, 22 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153752 Readers Capture Trophy Minnesauke Elementary School earned the top prize during this year’s Emma S. Clark Library Summer Reading program. With 14 percent of the school’s student population participating in the initiative, Minnesauke earned the first “Emma Cup” in honor of its students’ reading achievements. To be considered for the program, which was open to all elementary-aged children in the area, individuals were challenged to read at least seven books during the summer months. Minnesauke Information Specialist Taylor Kinsley and representatives from the library spoke with the school’s students about the program prior to the end of last year. “I am very proud of all of the students who participated in this great program,” said Ms. Kinsley. “It was a nice way to encourage our community’s learners to develop a lifelong love for reading.” In celebration of Minnesauke’s top participation rate, Brian Debus, the head of children’s services at Emma S. Clark, recently visited and presented the school with the official trophy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153753 Tue, 22 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153753 Annual Adolescent Issue Play at Gelinas - October 16, 7:00 pm GOSSIP(13th Annual Adolescent Issue Play) at Paul J.GelinasJHS - Friday, October 16, 2015 @ 7:00 PM in the Auditorium Click here for IMPORTANT details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153757 Tue, 22 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153757 National Honors for 293 Students As a result of their scholastic dedication, 293 Ward Melville High School students, both current and members of the Class of 2015, have been named Advanced Placement Scholars by the College Board. Students earn this honor, which is divided into four categories, based on the number of AP exams taken and their average scores. A total of 125 students were named AP Scholars with Distinction, as they received an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken and a score of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams. Sixty students were given the distinction of AP Scholar with Honor, as they received an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams. One hundred eight students were named AP Scholars, as they received scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams. Of these students, 30 also earned the highest honor of National AP Scholar, as they received an average score of at least 4 on all AP exams taken and scores of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams. “I am very pleased that Ward Melville High School has steadily improved the number of students achieving AP Scholar designations,” said Principal Dr. Alan Baum. “It is a testament to the students’ hard work and dedication to their studies. AP courses, as well as college-level courses offered through Stony Brook University, Suffolk County Community College, etc., offer our students a challenging program and position them for the rigors of a college education. Students enrolling in these courses are better prepared, develop better time management, study, reading and writing skills, and develop a deeper understanding of the content.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153751 Mon, 21 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153751 Seniors Vie for National Scholarships In recognition of their academic aptitude, 17 Ward Melville High School seniors have been named semifinalists in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented seniors now have the opportunity to continue in the competition for some 7,400 National Merit Scholarships worth about $32 million. The students entered this program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test and by meeting published program entry and participation requirements. Every year, approximately one-third of the 50,000 high scorers are notified that they have qualified as semifinalists. Congratulations to this year’s Ward Melville semifinalists: Eleni Aneziris Corey H. Emery Hannah R. Goldberg Yiran S. He Ashley Hong Ariel K. Leong Thomas T. Li Alice S. Liu Amanda Liu Jeffrey R. Michel Nima Mohammadi Mark F. Nie Mohit M. Singh Sarah Sun Joshua D. Tanenbaum Jason M. Wallach Katherine E. Wang http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153750 Fri, 18 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153750 Bus Strike Update 9/25 Bus Strike Update 9/25 Please be advised that negotiations between Acme/Baumann Bus company and their labor union remain ongoing. As such, no minibus transportation disruptions are expected. The district will continue to update the community as soon as any new information becomes available. Please contact our transportation department should you have any questions. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153749 Fri, 18 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153749 Artists Earn International Honors Three Minnesauke Elementary School students and eight current and recently graduated P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students were touted for their exceptional artistic talents during this year’s International Interdependence Hexagon Art Exhibit in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Minnesauke sixth-graders Julia Horan, Meaghan O'Brien and Karolena Zvokel received Most Relevant to Interdependence Theme or Themes in the 2-D Collaborations category. Secondary students Emily Cabrera, Kathleen Esfahany, Courtney Heaney, Antonella Jones, Jake Okrent, Ashley Resnick, Amelia Shannon and Hallie Wastiewiz also earned top honors. Jake received Most Effective All-Over Interpretation, Hallie received Most Creative Expression, Amelia earned Most Relevant to Interdependence Theme, Emily and Courtney received honorable mentions, and Kathleen, Ashley and Antonella earned 2015 Theme Recognition: Solutions. The students received their awards at a ceremony in Scranton on Sept. 13. The International Interdependence Hexagon Project is a visual arts opportunity for students ages 4 to 18 worldwide and calls for entrants to create art within the infinitely interlinking shape of a hexagon, a metaphor for interconnectedness. The district’s students created their submissions under the guidance of their 2014-15 art teachers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153748 Thu, 17 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153748 Spotlighting Safety & Security http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153747 Wed, 16 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153747 Ward Melville Homecoming - September 25, 2015 Homecoming Events - Friday Bonfire at 7:45 pm, Saturday Carnival at 11:30 am, Saturday Football Game at 1:30 pm http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153746 Wed, 16 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153746 WMHS Named Reward School by NYS The New York State Education Department recently commended Ward Melville High School for its academic achievements and designated it a New York State Reward School. NYSED bestowed this award based on high student performance on state assessments, graduation rates and overall academic progress. “This honor is a well-deserved recognition for our high school,” said Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich. “On behalf of the Board of Education and administration, I commend the teachers, staff and students at Ward Melville for continuing our district’s longstanding tradition of academic excellence.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153745 Mon, 14 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153745 Honoring Patriot Day District students and staff marked the 14th anniversary of 9/11 in various ways this year. At Ward Melville High School, administrators and students lined the sidewalk in front of the school campus with more than 70 large American flags. The iconic symbols served as a reminder of the heroic acts of volunteerism that transpired in the days, weeks and months that followed that day. P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students and staff gathered around the building’s flagpole on the morning of 9/11 to mark the occasion in solitude. After a moving patriotic song and a moment of silence, Principal William Bernhard reminded the crowd of the nation’s unbreakable spirit and ability to rise after such tragedy. Several student jazz musicians performed a traditional selection before the students and staff resumed the school day. In addition to the students and staff, Murphy's ceremony was attended by three retired NYC Firemen – Louis Andrade, Glenn Healy, and Christopher Paglia – as well as Tech Sergeant Sean McEvoy and Airman First Class Joseph Jaramillo-Zaruma from the Westhampton Air Base. During the ceremony, Tim Grant played Amazing Grace on the bagpipes as the American flag was lowered to half-mast. The school was presented with a piece of steel from the World Trade Center, and bell from the fire department, from Kevin Yoos. The Murphy Chamber Choir and Orchestra also performed “America the Beautiful.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153744 Fri, 11 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153744 Coming Together to Welcome the New Year P.J. Gelinas Junior High School hosted a series of events aimed at welcoming new and returning students to the 2015-16 school year. To help familiarize them with their new surroundings, the school’s student government hosted a breakfast program for nearly 25 incoming students. The program offered the students — who came from as far as China, Korea and the Philippines and as locally as neighboring school districts — the chance to learn about the buildings’ clubs, classes and extracurricular offerings. “We want our new peers to feel happy and welcomed in their new environment,” said ninth-grader Olivia Ross. “We hope that today’s event shows them that they are not alone in their new school and reminds them that they have friends in student government,” added ninth-grader Will Sartain. The student government also hosted a back-to-school recreation night for all students at the end of the first week of school, and the PTA organized a welcome-back breakfast for parents. R.C. Murphy Junior High School hosted a similar new student breakfast program for the school’s incoming 25 students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153740 Thu, 10 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153740 Patriots Play Under the Lights Come cheer on the Ward Melville High School varsity football team as they play their first-ever night games under the stadium lights this fall! The team will take on Division I County Champs Lindenhurst on Friday, Sept. 11 at 6 p.m. and Central Islip on Friday, Oct. 9 at 6 p.m. The events will also feature the district’s talented marching band, color guard and cheerleading squad. Admission to the games is free. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153743 Thu, 10 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153743 Potential Bus Strike Update (Sept. 11) Update on Potential Bus Strike (Sept. 11) Dear Families, We have been informed that the negotiations are still ongoing. As such, please be advised that transportation will be uninterrupted on Friday, Sept. 11 and Monday, Sept. 14. The district will continue to update you regarding any new developments. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our transportation coordinator Barbara Gildea at 730-5070. Sincerely, Cheryl Pedisich Superintendent of Schools ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Update - Sept. 10 Dear Families, As I know many in our community are awaiting a resolution to this matter, I am writing to update you on the current status of the potential strike involving one of our transportation vendors – Acme Bus Company. As of this morning, September 10, the district was informed that the parent company – Baumann & Sons Buses, Inc. – and bus workers are continuing to meet and work to reach a deal to the labor dispute. The latest meeting is scheduled for this afternoon at 4 pm. As such, our transportation services were uninterrupted this morning and are expected to operate in a normal fashion this afternoon. However, should this afternoon’s negotiations end unfavorably, it is possible that a strike could be enacted as early as tomorrow, Friday, September 11. In which case, and as a reminder, those families affected would need to secure alternate means of transportation for their children. As promised, I will continue to update you regarding any new developments. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our transportation coordinator Barbara Gildea at 730-5070. Thank you for your ongoing understanding and patience. Sincerely, Cheryl Pedisich Superintendent of Schools Update on Potential Bus Strike (Sept. 8) Dear Families, As I indicated in my recent communication, the district is aware of a potential employee strike involving Acme Bus Company, which provides mini bus transportation for our students. As a reminder, this potential strike has no effect on the majority of our students, as Three Village contracts with Suffolk Transportation for our fleet of large school buses. Should the strike be enacted, families whose children are currently serviced by these mini buses are reminded that they will need to seek alternative means of transportation for the duration of the strike. In recognition of this additional burden, please be advised that the district will reimburse those families that transport their children themselves, at the federal government rate, for the mileage for one roundtrip per day. This will be based on school attendance for the duration of the strike. The district will continue to communicate updates on this matter as soon as additional information is available. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our transportation coordinator, Barbara Gildea, at 730-5070. Sincerely, Cheryl Pedisich Superintendent of Schools Update on Potential Bus Strike (Sept. 7) Dear Parents, In anticipation of school resuming tomorrow, I want to alert our families of a potential situation involving one of the companies that provide transportation for our students, Acme Bus Company. Three Village contracts with Acme for 37 mini school buses, which transport students daily to and from our schools, as well as several BOCES centers and non-public schools. As of this writing, our district has been notified that there is a potential for Acme’s workers to strike as early as this week. It is important to note that this will not affect our district’s entire transportation needs, as the majority of our students are serviced through our large bus contract, Suffolk Transportation. While we are hoping that the strike will not occur, we wanted to provide families affected by the potential strike the time to create contingency plans in the event their child(ren)’s transportation needs are disrupted. Unfortunately, due to the sheer size of the fleet we contract for and legal obligations, a cross contract for alternate transportation would not be possible in the event of a strike. Therefore, any affected students would need to seek alternative means of transportation. While we recognize that this may create a burden for many in our community, we wish to assure all that our district is not alone in the struggle. This potential strike would affect thousands of students across Long Island. As such, we are remaining in direct contact with the vendor and are continuing to analyze any other solutions. In the event that the strike is enacted, further messaging will be provided to all families affected. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our transportation coordinator Barbara Gildea at 730-5070. Sincerely, Cheryl Pedisich Superintendent of Schools http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153742 Thu, 10 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153742 Artists Honored Nationally The school year is off to an award-winning start for several Ward Melville High School student-artists who have captured recognition on the national stage. A project created by Grace Zhang during her AP Studio 2D class last year was chosen as the cover art for “Portal of Vaal,” a book written by 16-year-old North Carolina resident Andrew Daly. The book is currently being sold on Amazon. Several films created by Grace and fellow student Henry DaCosta were selected for the All American High School Film Festival, to be held in New York City this October. Henry’s film, "Life Forms," takes a look into the subconscious of a teenage boy questioning his place in society and the existential questions of life. Three of Grace’s films were selected for feature in the festival: "Pretty Girls," a documentary short about the narrow-minded ideals of Asian beauty standards; "Rebirth," an experimental dance short symbolizing a violent metamorphosis as one loses purity in the transition from childhood to adulthood; and "Suburban Artifice," a love letter to suburbia in faded pastels. The All American High School Film Festival received thousands of film submissions from 48 states and 17 countries, which have been narrowed down to approximately 200 submissions that will be screened at the AMC Empire 25 Theater in Times Square. This year's award ceremony and red carpet event will take place in the Historic King's Theatre in Flatbush, Brooklyn, on Oct. 11 from 6:30-8 p.m. Lastly, Ward Melville High School’s 2015 yearbook, Invictus, earned an All-American honor rating with four marks of distinction from the National Scholastic Press Association. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153739 Tue, 08 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153739 Community Swim - Fall Registration, September 10, 2015 Fall registration for theCommunity Program will be held on September 10, 2015 at 6:00 pm for residents, 7:00 pm for non-residents. Click here forregistration form and additional details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153737 Thu, 03 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153737 New Year Underway http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153736 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153736 Staff Returns for New Year Teamwork, support and continued excellence were the underlying themes for this year’s superintendent’s conference days as Three Village teachers and staff officially began the 2015-16 school year. The two-day program began with musical performances by the high school jazz band, directed by Jason Chapman, and Camerata, directed by Linda Contino, in the cafeteria and auditorium at Ward Melville High School. Board of Education President William F. Connors Jr., Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich, TVTA President Claudia Reinhart, TVSAA President Vincent Vizzo and PTA President Angelique Ragolia then warmly welcomed attendees. “Our district has maintained a reputation for high achievement, and our schools have never been better than they are today,” said Mr. Connors with regard to recent accomplishments. “Strength is not born by one, but comes through synergy,” Ms. Pedisich reminded the attendees. “Our students live in a world of challenge and global expectation; they will rely on us to help guide, teach, support, nurture and encourage them. I know you will rise to that challenge.” The keynote speaker, Regent Roger Tilles, discussed the current educational reforms that the State Education Department and Board of Regents are discussing. He also shared insight into his vision for the future of items such as APPR and standardized testing. Additionally, Safety and Security Coordinator Jack Blaum conducted emergency management training and Executive Director of Instructional Technology Kerrin Welch-Pollera provided an update on the district’s instructional technology policy. The remainder of the program consisted of faculty meetings at the staff members’ respective buildings and afforded teachers the opportunity to ready their classrooms for the first day of school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153735 Tue, 01 Sep 2015 06:00:00 GMT false153735 Welcoming New Professionals Three Village welcomed 24 new educators to the new school year and provided them with an overview of the schools and district policies during a comprehensive orientation program. Coordinated by district mentors Kristianna Martindale and Brenda Lamiroult, the program featured instruction on how to use the technological resources available in the district, the special education program, district practices and the mentoring program. The new educators are as follows: Tina Marie Catanese – social worker, Nassakeag Tara DiBernardo – physical education, Arrowhead/Setauket Jessica Ennis – guidance counselor, Murphy Claudia Geoninatti – Spanish teacher, Murphy/WMHS Brianna Gobetz – English, Gelinas James Hein – music, Gelinas/Murphy Jeanne Hill – music, Murphy/Minnesauke Melissa Levenson – special education, Minnesauke Brendan Meier – music, Murphy/Academy Corinne Mulham – speech, Murphy Chris Muscarella – physical education, Nassakeag Michelle Muzzonigro – special education, Setauket Catia Napolitano – reading, WMHS Cynthia Porter – English, WMHS Kim Preston – sign language teacher, WMHS/Academy Laurie Raspler – ENL teacher, Arrowhead/Murphy Dan Rieckhoff – technology Theresa Ruggles – music, WMHS/Mount Stacey Russo – ESL, WMHS Harry Savage – special education, Setauket Garrett Schnettler – math, Gelinas Kristine Sheiffele –social worker, Gelinas Mike Smit – math, WMHS Jillian Visser – science, Murphy/WMHS http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153734 Tue, 01 Sep 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153734 Preparing for September In an effort to help incoming seventh- and 10th-grade students acclimate to their new schools, Ward Melville High School and R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools held summer orientation programs in late August. Ward Melville’s program began in the auditorium with a formal introduction, which included welcoming addresses from the administrative team and an overview of expectations by Dean of Students Jay Negus. Guidance Chair Linda Bergson spoke with the students about the guidance department, academic schedule and career planning. Nick Schroeder, the district’s interim executive director for health, physical education, recreation and athletics, and members of the student body also addressed the crowd before the soon-to-be sophomore class toured the building. Members of each junior high school’s administration were on hand during their building’s programs to answer attendees’ questions. Volunteer upperclassmen aided their new peers with locating classrooms and opening lockers for the first time. “I feel more comfortable about starting junior high after walking my schedule and testing out my locker today,” said incoming Gelinas seventh-grader Carson DiFede. “I am really looking forward to the freedom of changing classes,” added fellow Gelinas seventh-grader Ireland Arceri. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153733 Thu, 27 Aug 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153733 Monday, August 31, 2015 - ALL Buildings Closed until 11:00 am Superintendent’s Conference Day is Monday, August 31st.All school buildings will be closed until 11:00 a.m. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153732 Thu, 27 Aug 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153732 The August 26, 2015 Board meeting has been cancelled http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153534 Thu, 13 Aug 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153534 IMPORTANT SUMMER PROGRAM UPDATE All summer programs will be operating as scheduled, except the half day recreation program which will run at Nassakeag on Thursday, August 6. UPDATED Thursday, August 6, 2015 - The half day summer recreation program will run atSetauket Elementary School as of Friday, August 7, 2015. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153533 Wed, 05 Aug 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153533 The Reporter - Summer 2015 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153532 Tue, 21 Jul 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153532 Fall 2015 Continuing Education Brochure Please click here to view the course offering in the Continuing Education program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153531 Mon, 20 Jul 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153531 INFINITE CAMPUS MESSAGE FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PARENTS Elementary (grades 1-6) student placements will be available on the Parent Portal on Tuesday, July 21st. Please review and log onto the portal according to the following schedule. Logging in earlier than noted below may cause system slowness. Placement information will NOT be available until the posted times. Minnesauke – 8 am Arrowhead – 9 am Mount – 10 am Nassakeag – 11 am Setauket – 12 pm http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153530 Thu, 16 Jul 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153530 College Admissions Writing Workshop http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153527 Mon, 13 Jul 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153527 Changes to the School Immunization Requirements for the 2015-2016 School Year Please click here FOR CHANGES TO THE SCHOOL IMMUNIZATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153529 Fri, 10 Jul 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153529 Board Begins New Year The Board of Education commenced the start of the 2015-2016 school year during their annual organizational meeting on July 7 in the North Country Administrative Center. At the start of the meeting, re-elected trustees William F. Connors, Jr. and Deanna Bavlnka were administered the oath of office by District Clerk Kathleen Sampogna and officially began serving their new three year terms of office. Subsequently, Mr. Connors and Irene Gische were unanimously re-elected to serve as the 2015-2016 president and vice president of the Board of Education, respectively. Additionally, trustee Inger Germano was re-elected to the position of district clerk pro-tem. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153528 Thu, 09 Jul 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153528 SACC Registration Open from June 8-July 10 Click here for more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153526 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153526 Congratulating Graduates Not even a little rain could dampen the spirit of the community as Ward Melville High School’s Class of 2015 marked an educational milestone on June 28 and officially became the District’s latest alumni. The ceremony was filled with congratulatory remarks from members of the student body, including valedictorian Eric Wang, salutatorian Jayne Green and Student Government President George Zenzerovich, as well as Principal Dr. Alan Baum and Board of Education Present William F. Connors. As a lasting mark on the school that houses many of the students’ memories, the class gifted their alma mater with a set of new banners to decorate the campus and serve as a symbol of Patriot Pride. Before graduation caps flew high into the air, Sophie Hintze led her peers in the traditional turning of the tassels and Dr. Baum presented the graduates to resounding applause from the audience. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153525 Mon, 29 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153525 Academy Graduation A strong sense of pride and achievement hung in the air as the 18 members of the Three Village Academy Class of 2015 concluded their high school years and participated in the program’s graduation celebration. During the ceremony, students Eli McClain, Kyra McNiff and Melvin Rosa reflected upon their time at the Academy and how the program aided them throughout their academic journey. Principal Gus Hueber bestowed a few lasting words of advice to the graduates: “As you leave the Academy, continue to be good to yourself. Create the life of your dreams and believe that you are capable of making it happen.” Each graduate received a Ward Melville High School diploma and was invited to participate in the high school’s graduation ceremony with his or her peers. Congratulations to the Academy Class of 2015: Brooke Benoff Kyle Berenger Timothy Chadha Tyler Citera Alyssa Concolino Aaliyah Dixon Torri Dunn Serafina Durette Tabitha Dyrcz Layla Halabi Toni Marie Klimecki Rachel Martin Eli McClain Kyra McNiff Robert Mojica Melvin Rosa Logan Ryan Jasmine Santiago http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153524 Fri, 26 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153524 A Picture’s Worth 1,000 Words Shortly before moving up to junior high, Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-graders had the chance to walk down memory lane and celebrate their developing artistic talents by reviewing a collection of self-portraits they created throughout their elementary years. With the help of art teacher Christine Becker, the students marveled at how their skills have improved since first sketching themselves in kindergarten to this year’s most recent project. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153521 Thu, 25 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153521 Moving Up to JHS Memories and success stories flooded the minds of parents, students and educators in the Three Village Central School District as the elementary schools marked a milestone in the lives of this year’s sixth-grade class. During the moving-up ceremonies, students reflected upon their years in each building, while faculty and staff members presented awards honoring individual scholars’ academic, athletic and community-minded achievements. Melodic interludes at each ceremony showcased the students’ myriad of musical talents and left audiences with fond memories. Just before the conclusion of each ceremony, the schools’ graduating classes were announced. As the students left their schools on this special day filled with an array of emotions, they were well prepared for life’s adventures ahead. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153522 Thu, 25 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153522 Picture Perfect Promotion Ceremony Sunshine blanketed the front lawn of P.J. Gelinas Junior High School as the building’s ninth-grade class took part in the school’s first outdoor moving-up ceremony this June. Surrounded by proud parents, family members and educators, the students began the ceremony with a processional and took their seats as the Gelinas brass choir trumpeted a melodic tune. Administrators in attendance praised the soon-to-be high school students for their dedication, determination and scholastic aptitude before reassuring them that they were well prepared for the road ahead. Principal William Bernhard listed many of the accolades the class has collectively achieved during their time at Gelinas and reminded them that “anything is possible in your future if you really put your mind to it.” Memories of the students’ time at Gelinas were punctuated through two students addresses, delivered by Matthew Grillo and Michael Giaquinto, as well as musical performances by Julia Pollina, Julia Campanella and the ninth-grade chamber choir. As their names rang in the warm summer air, the students walked to the dais to receive their moving-up certificates and officially move up to Ward Melville High School. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153523 Thu, 25 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153523 High Praise for Art Teacher Elementary art teacher Maria Maritato has been named the Region 10 Art Educator of the Year by the New York State Art Teachers Association. Ms. Maritato has been a dedicated member of the district’s art department for the past 12 years. She was recently elected to the NYSATA Board of Trustees and has served as the Region 10 secretary. In addition, Ms. Maritato is an adjunct professor at Dowling College. Ms. Maritato was nominated for this honor by members of the NYSATA Region 10, which is the Suffolk County Division, based on her outstanding criteria including contributions to the field of art education and service to the regional and state organization. She will be recognized for this honor during the NYSATA awards presentation in Rochester, New York, in November 2015. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153516 Wed, 24 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153516 Commending Achievements The Board of Education honored and celebrated a myriad of accomplishments of both the district’s students and staff members at its June meeting. W.S. Mount Elementary School second-grader Ryan Scriven was honored for his award-winning piece in this year’s New York State Association for Pupil Transportation School Bus Safety Poster Contest. Ryan received third place in Suffolk County for the K-2 division. His poster followed the contest’s theme of making the school bus a bully free zone. Secondary student-scientists from R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools were honored for their successful competition seasons. Murphy’s Science Bowl team was commended for their win at the Brookhaven National Laboratory/Long Island Regional Middle School Science Bowl contest. The team competed in the National Science Bowl Contest this spring. Gelinas’ Science Olympiad team was also recognized for their 10th place finish at the National Science Olympiad Competition and for earning eight medals in the contest, including three first-place awards. Gelinas eighth-grader Sahil Sangwan represented his school and district during this year’s National Spelling Bee in late May, making it to the third round. The Board also thanked student representative George Zenzerovich for his year of service and presented the soon-to-be graduate with a scholarship for his continued education. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153520 Tue, 23 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153520 Special Board of Education Meeting – June 24 at 6 p.m. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153519 Tue, 23 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153519 Mount Math Masters W.S. Mount Elementary School’s Mount Math Masters teams captured first and second place at the Suffolk County Math Tournament at Stony Brook University. Additionally, the students received 10 individual trophies for earning top 10 honors at the contest. The school was represented at the contest by two sixth-grade teams, which were comprised of a mix of sixth and fifth-grade students. They competed against 52 teams made up of more than 250 contestants at the event. They prepared for the event under the direction of Linda Earls by participating in the Math Olympiads, monthly challenges given around the country. For the first time this year, a Mount student – Alex Lin – received a perfect score in the Math Olympiad. Congratulations to the following individual trophy winners: Claire Yang (fifth-grader) – First place Alice Liu (sixth-grader) – Second place Carolyn Liu (fifth-grader) – Third place Jedidiah Tan (sixth-grader) – Fifth place Julia Zhu (sixth-grader) – Sixth place Alex Lin (fifth-grader) – Seventh place http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153518 Mon, 22 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153518 All-National Musicians As a result of their hard work and dedication, Ward Melville High School juniors Matt Hoffman and Rajiv Moturu have been selected to perform in the National Association for Music Education All-National Honor Ensembles program. Matt will take part in the mixed choir for tenor 1 and Rajiv the symphony orchestra for violin. The students applied for this prestigious program by submitting video recordings of previous All-State audition performances, two teacher recommendations and an online application. The 2015 All-National Honor Ensembles program will take place at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and Conference Center from October 25–28. The final performance will be at the historic Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville, Tennessee. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153515 Mon, 22 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153515 Free-Throwing Champ W.S. Mount Elementary School student Julia Greek earned second place at the New York State Free Throw Competition. Julia started her road to the state contest by first competing in the Suffolk County and Long Island rounds. Her success in these preliminary competitions earned her a spot to compete at West Point in the 9-year-old girls’ division at the State championship. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153514 Fri, 19 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153514 Minnesauke’s Music Masters Minnesauke Elementary School’s advanced band, advanced orchestra and sixth-grade chorus participated in the Long Island Music Festival at Suffolk Community College, where they each performed three compositions for evaluation. The trip was a huge success, and all three groups achieved an A+ superior rating from highly qualified judges. Following their performances, the groups had the chance to enjoy the afternoon at Adventureland. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153513 Thu, 18 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153513 Fun-Filled Field Days Tug-of-war, potato sack races and fun exercises with basketball hoops were just a few of the exciting events the district’s students had the chance to participate during Field Day in June. At Arrowhead Elementary School, the students were divided into two teams – green and gold – and vied for bragging rights as they worked collaboratively to earn points for their group. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153511 Thu, 18 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153511 IG/Pi/Enrichment Program Report Presentation http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153517 Thu, 18 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153517 New AP at RCM The Board of Education has appointed Jonathon Rufa as assistant principal of R.C. Murphy Junior High School, effective July 1. Mr. Rufa will take the reins from Kevin Finnerty, who was appointed as a Ward Melville High School assistant principal earlier this year. Mr. Rufa is a familiar face in the district, having served as Murphy’s dean of students for three years and most recently as the transitional lead teacher for physical education and athletics at both junior high schools. During this work in the district, Mr. Rufa assisted with student and staff supervision, facilitated department meetings, and was engaged with daily school operations, including parent conferences, discipline and elements of student management. He was also a member of the instructional support team. During his tenure in Three Village, Mr. Rufa has been a valued member of the district’s coaching staff, having led the high school’s junior varsity baseball team during the springs of 2014 and 2015 as well as the Murphy’s baseball team during the springs of 2012 and 2013. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153510 Wed, 17 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153510 Celebrating the Red, White and Blue Patriotic music echoed throughout the district as elementary school students gathered to celebrate Flag Day. At Nassakeag Elementary School, students and staff gathered around the flagpole to mark the occasion through song and written words. The advanced band kicked off the program with a marching band performance of the “Marine Hymn,” and members of the Boy and Girl Scouts helped to ceremoniously raise the flag. Throughout the event, each grade level joined together to sing patriotic songs, the combined orchestra and band performed and the winners of this year’s poetry contest shared their entries before receiving a flag from the American Legion Harbor Post 417. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153512 Wed, 17 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153512 Celebrating Milestones R.C. Murphy Junior High School students and staff members marked a milestone for the 325-member ninth-grade Class of 2015 as they celebrated this year’s moving-up ceremony. Gathered in the school’s gymnasium, the administrators welcomed and congratulated the soon-to-be high school sophomores on their years of achievement and dedication. “From day one of your seventh-grade year, it was clear to me that you would be a group that would set the standard for what we expect from our students at R.C. Murphy Junior High School,” said Principal Vincent Vizzo. “I wish you every bit of success as you journey to Ward Melville High School, and in every endeavor you choose for your future.” Members of the teaching staff presented departmental awards and Assistant Principal Kevin Finnerty announced the winners of this year’s Presidential Academic Fitness Award. Mr. Vizzo oversaw the presentation of Character Achievement Awards and congratulated the recipients of the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. The students then crossed the dais one by one to receive their traditional moving-up certificates. Mr. Finnerty concluded the ceremony by addressing the special connection he has with the class. “You will always have special place in my memories, as tonight I am moving up to the high school with you,” he said. “Since our first days together three years ago, you have continued to impress and inspire me with your dedication to school, eagerness to excel and, most importantly, your good character.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153509 Tue, 16 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153509 Career-Oriented Experiences W.S. Mount Elementary School’s third- through sixth-grade students had the chance to learn about a variety of professions during the building’s annual Career Lab program. Local professionals, many of whom are parents of Mount students, conducted interactive and informative workshops throughout the morning program. Featured careers included a social marking executive, physical therapist, doctor and federal law enforcement officer. Students also learned how to become a beekeeper by observing a portable hive and tested their skills at ghost writing using their writers’ notebooks. Sixteen different professionals volunteered during this year’s program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153507 Mon, 15 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153507 Senior Alumni Revue - Friday, June 19, 2015 Senior Alumni Revue on Friday, June 19 at 7:30. Tickets are $10 at the door. All proceeds to benefit the musical at Ward Melville. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153508 Mon, 15 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153508 Successful Showing at States Ward Melville High School’s chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America, advised by business teachers Alyssa Chesney-Gold and Carol Vonnes, had a remarkably successful presence at the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Rochester, New York. During the three-day conference, the team competed in various events focused on different elements of the business world. Vying against more than 600 students, Ward Melville’s students brought home 23 awards, including two first-place, five second-place, three third-place, seven fourth-place and six fifth-place. Eighteen members also secured spots to compete at the National Leadership Conference in Chicago, Illinois in June. In addition, Ward Melville FBLA member Thomas Li was named the winner of the T-shirt and pin design artwork contest of the 2015 FBLA National Leadership Conference. Commemorative shirts and pins bearing his design will be available for purchase during the national conference. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153506 Fri, 12 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153506 Walking for Warriors Arrowhead Elementary School sixth-graders laced up their shoes and participated in a walk that raised more than $5,400 for the Wounded Warrior Project. The students prepared for the event by creating informational flyers and collecting pledges and donations. They also lined the bus circle with inspirational signs about the charity and sold Wounded Warrior Project bracelets and pins during a schoolwide donation day. The names of all donors were placed on a large banner that was on display during the walk. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153505 Thu, 11 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153505 Role Reversal P.J. Gelinas Junior High School ninth-grader Matthew Grillo had the chance to leave his books behind when he switched roles with William Bernhard and acted as principal for the day. Matthew, one of the school’s student government presidents, began the morning by welcoming the student body over the public address system and spent the day meeting with staff members and students. In turn, Mr. Bernhard followed Matthew’s class schedule and participated in his courses, which included playing the drums in band. He explained that the program offered him the chance to interact with and learn from the student body. The two did take a brief hiatus from the switch at one point in the day to allow Matthew to sit for an exam. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153502 Wed, 10 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153502 Scoring on the Green Ward Melville High School’s boys and girls varsity golf teams secured top honors this season as they took on some tough competition. For the first time since the inception (1985) of the Boys Varsity Golf Long Island Championship Ward Melville has won the cup. The team defeated 45 Suffolk teams and then defeated the Nassau winners at Bethpage Black to claim the title. Jack Faraci, a senior and four-year member of the team, was the low scorer and helped the team secure their victory. Gerry Mackedon and Jack qualified to attend the New York State competition at Cornell University where they placed 7th and 11th out of the 99 best Varsity golfers in the state.

 Ward Melville High School girls varsity golfer, Danielle Greene, became the first female in school history to win a Suffolk County Individual Championship. She shot a two-day total of 152 (76/76) on Dogwood and Spruce at Middle Island Country Club. Presently, as a varsity athlete, Danielle compiled a career record of 69-3.She will represent Section XI in the state tournament the weekend of June 12th for the fourth consecutive year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153504 Tue, 09 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153504 Collaborative Book Drive Setauket Elementary School collected more than 20 boxes of gently used books as part of a month-long drive held in collaboration with Stony Brook University. The Scholars’ Book Drive donates books to poverty-stricken areas on Long Island and abroad while simultaneously working with high school and middle school students to develop their leadership skills. Families that live in the areas receiving the donations were invited to select books from the collection of titles, and any remaining books were donated to Better World Books. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153501 Tue, 09 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153501 Battles to Top at Botball Ward Melville High School’s Robotics Club defended their record and captured first place at this year’s New York/New Jersey regional Botball competition. The team won first place in the seeding rounds, outstanding documentation, the judges’ choice for best use of sensors, and third place in double elimination. The team was advised by John Williams and Steven Rogers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153500 Mon, 08 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153500 New Director Appointed The Board of Education has appointed Nicholas Schroeder as the new interim executive director of health, physical education and athletics, effective July 1. Mr. Schroeder joins the district with more than 45 years of educational experience. He began his career as a physical education teacher before climbing the administrative ladder. He served as the director of health, physical education and athletics for the Smithtown Central School District from 1987-2003 and has remained active in the field since, serving in an interim position for several school districts. In addition to his administrative experience, Mr. Schroeder has coached various sports throughout his career, including high school football and basketball as well as college lacrosse. He was inducted into the Suffolk Sport Hall of Fame in 2014 and was named the New York State Athletic Administrators’ Director of the Year in 2003. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153503 Fri, 05 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153503 A Golden Ticket W.S. Mount Elementary School’s Drama Club performed their first musical – “Willy Wonka” – before packed audiences this May. The 45-member cast dedicated countless hours toward making the production a success, rehearsing from December through May under the direction of teachers Dan Hayes and Gretchen Tranchino and choreographer Lauren Horn. The lighting design for the show was provided with the help of several Ward Melville High School students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153104 Fri, 05 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153104 Experiencing All Night in a Day The message of Elie Wiesel’s Holocaust book, “Night,” resounded off the walls at Ward Melville High School as approximately 80 students participated in an interactive and multidisciplinary workshop called “All Night in a Day.” Students from Tammy Catalfamo’s and Ira Sterne’s history classes, along with those from Andrew Pelosi’s Holocaust elective course, began the workshop by visually understanding how individuals were transported to concentration camps. They packed into a small square in the front of the auditorium – the same size as the cattle cars that were used – and then one by one took a seat as the individuals they represented perished during the trip. Throughout the remainder of the morning, the students listened to a book reading and paused several times to participate in workshops and activities. These included reading nonfiction pieces, viewing artwork, listening to a musical selection and discussing the role today’s society plays in preventing this type of event from reoccurring. “This book is one of the most powerful books I have ever read and is one I believe each student should read before graduating high school,” said Ms. Catalfamo, who designed the program. “We hope to extend the program to more classes in the future.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153103 Thu, 04 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153103 Character Honored Artistically P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s National Junior Art Honor Society recently lent their artistic talents to create the building’s sixth annual group mural. Each year, the group, advised by art teacher Mike Sacco, selects an individual of outstanding character to honor in a visual manner. This year’s honoree is Malala Yousafzai. The completed mural featured pieces created by the NJAHS’s 24 members and will be put on permanent display at Gelinas over the summer. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153101 Wed, 03 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153101 Jeans for the Troops R.C. Murphy Junior High School teachers honored Memorial Day by participating in a Jeans for a Cause fundraiser just before the holiday break. With the chance to dress down for the school day, participants donated $5 to benefit the GI Go Fund, a cause that helps troops find jobs, go to college, gain access to health care and secure housing. As a result of the building’s overwhelming support, Murphy collected $250 for the cause. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153100 Tue, 02 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153100 Ranked Fourth in State After a highly successful competition season, the district’s Mock Trial team concluded with a fourth-place finish in New York State. The team, coached by P.J. Gelinas Junior High School teacher Douglas Elliot, ranked first on Long Island earlier this year. This is only the second year the team has competed. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153099 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153099 History Comes Alive http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153102 Fri, 29 May 2015 12:00:00 GMT false153102 Colorful Creations Minnesauke Elementary School fifth- and sixth-grade students created colorful masterpieces as part of a joint grade-level project to benefit the school’s courtyard. Under the guidance of art teacher Christine Becker, the students brainstormed possible designs for 10 nine-inch patio umbrellas and then brought their ideas to life using colorful paints. Five of the completed designs will provide shade in the courtyard, while the remaining items were raffled off during the building’s art show. Proceeds of the raffle will benefit Minnesauke’s Arts in Education program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153091 Fri, 29 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153091 Writing Winning Entries Two district students have earned top honors during the Long Island Language Arts Council 2015 Kenneth F. Gambone Writing Contest. Ward Melville High School 10th-grader Isabelle Scott was named the first-place winner, and R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh-grader Jordan Klein captured second place in their respective categories. For the contest, the students were required to enter two pieces of writing. The first was a timed piece following the theme “The thing I know for sure…” and the second was a self-selected piece from their portfolio that they felt reflected their best work. As a first-place winner, Isabelle will have her piece, “Dirty Business,” read at the organization’s luncheon in May. Both students received monetary awards and a set of books for their winning pieces. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153090 Thu, 28 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153090 Red Noses, Warm Hearts Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff members showed their comedic sides as they sported red noses for a worthy cause and took part in the first Red Nose Day. The event, which gained national attention this May, invited participants to wear the noses and donate funds to help children living in poverty. The proceeds from the cause will be split between supporting programs in the U.S. and organizations helping children around the world. “Each year, I work to employ my class to make a difference and take action, both within their community and the world,” said fifth-grade teacher Kate Hunter. “When we learned about this initiative, the students jumped at the chance to help. It is our hope that these are the type of activities that make them ‘life ready’ and help them to make a difference in the global society they are living in.” Ms. Hunter’s class acted as the humanitarian ambassadors at Minnesauke leading up to the event. They created and distributed materials to alert the school community of the event. In addition to the community service aspect, the project also tied into the class’s curriculum. They learned about the areas affected by poverty through their social studies work and integrated mathematics into the donation drive. On the day of the event, a parent of a student in Ms. Hunter’s class visited to speak about the initiative and his employer’s, Walgreens, connection to the event. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153098 Thu, 28 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153098 Music in the Parks Student-musicians from P.J. Gelinas Junior High School earned high honors at this year’s Music in the Parks festival. The students rehearsed for this year’s festival under the direction of their teachers before competing against other schools from across surrounding states. The school groups earned the following distinctions: Wind Ensemble: First Place – Superior Rating Jazz Band: First Place – Superior Rating Vocal Vikings: First Place – Superior Rating Chamber Orchestra: First Place – Superior Rating Grade 8/9 Combined Orchestra: First Place – Superior Rating Chamber Orchestra: Overall Orchestra Award Band Soloist Award: Ben Fogarty http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153089 Wed, 27 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153089 Combining Math & Art Several R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-grade students worked with math teacher Matthew Cifuni to create a math-inspired display case using readily found materials. Seeking inspiration from a children’s story and mathematical concepts, the group worked together to create a fun and interesting picture that now brightens the math hallway. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153096 Tue, 26 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153096 Stepping Back to Understand Immigration W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth-grade students learned about the immigration process their ancestors experienced when they stepped back in time to participate in an immigration simulation. Prior to the event, the students researched a family member who had immigrated to the United States and then created a fictional individual based on their research. On the day of the immigration simulation, the students dressed and acted as that individual. Once inside the cafeteria, or “Ellis Island,” they began the process of becoming an immigrant. Parent and staff volunteers were on hand in the school’s mini-gym monitoring the different immigration stations, which checked the immigrants’ background, vocation, character and health, and ultimately cleared them for citizenship. Once accepted as citizens, the students were asked to review a copy of the federal constitution, were given a commemorative U.S. citizen identification card stamped with their fingerprints, and were asked to recite the Loyalty Oath. At the conclusion of the program, the fifth-graders gathered in the auditorium to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and the Loyalty Oath in unison. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153083 Mon, 25 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153083 Second Place Internationally Ward Melville High School senior Niyati Desai was named a second-place finalist in the physics category of the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair from May 10-15 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Niyati used graphene to develop a new type of transistor that can be 100 times smaller than current silicon-based versions. This pioneering work is expected to lead to a new generation of super-small electronic devices that are far more sophisticated and efficient than our current technology. Niyati, a member of Ward Melville’s InSTAR science research program, presented her work alongside more than 1,700 student scientists from 75 countries, regions and territories. Dr. George J. Baldo, InSTAR program director, said, “Niyati’s work leads us into the future of electronics, and her recognition is well-deserved. She is a most creative, intelligent and motivated young scientist. It has been an honor and a pleasure to work with her during the early stages of what will be an extraordinary scientific career.” ISEF is a program of Society for Science & the Public and the world's largest international pre-college science competition. High school students showcase their independent research as they compete for approximately $4 million in prizes. The Intel ISEF is the premier global science competition for students in grades 9–12. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153097 Fri, 22 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153097 Learning by Experimenting R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Earth Smart class, taught by Michael Jantzen, was given the chance to design their own experiment during an inquiry-based weather activity. With access to a variety of scientific equipment, the students worked to design an experiment that would test a weather-related variable. Some of the ideas students came up with included activities that related to specific heat, evaporation rates and phase changes. The goal was to have the students use the inquiry model and pose a question for which they wanted more information. After a trial run, students presented their ideas to the class, which in turn provided feedback. The class then performed the experiment voted to have the most well developed procedure and analyzed the data. “I like the inquiry model because it allows students to identify their own areas of curiosity and engage in hands-on learning using science process skills to seek information,” said Mr. Jantzen. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153088 Fri, 22 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153088 A Doll of a Drive Under the direction of sixth-graders Lily Mattimoe and Bella Mattimoe, Setauket Elementary School students and staff members worked to bring joy to young children living across the globe by donating to the Doll Drive for Kids in Africa project. The effort, which was started by 9-year-old Sofia Kimuyu, who moved from New York City to Nairobi, Kenya, was widely embraced by the school community. Gently used and new dolls were donated to the cause, which will in turn give the items to children in Kenya. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153087 Thu, 21 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153087 Appreciating Drivers R.C. Murphy Junior High School honored the drivers who ensure students arrive to and depart from the building safely each day during a special Bus Driver Appreciation Day in mid-May. The drivers received a warm welcome to school on that day and were treated to tasty breakfast treats after dropping students off. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153095 Thu, 21 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153095 District Welcomes New Professionals The district has appointed Tanya Hurowitz and Merrilleen Heidrich as assistant principals of Arrowhead and W.S. Mount elementary schools, respectively. Both professionals will begin their new appointments on July 1, 2015. Ms. Hurowitz, a veteran educator for nearly 20 years, is a familiar face in the district, having worked at the elementary level from 2000-2008. She is currently the assistant principal of Woodhull Elementary School in the William Floyd School District. During her time in Three Village, Ms. Hurowitz worked as a summer reading teacher, third-grade teacher and assistant principal at Nassakeag Elementary School. Ms. Heidrich has worked in the educational field since 1996 and is currently an AIS math teacher and special education summer school principal at Sunrise Drive Elementary School in the Sayville School District. She is the recipient of the New York School Data Analysis Technical Assistance Group Excellence in Education Teacher Award and is an active member of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153094 Wed, 20 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153094 Artful Collaboration R.C. Murphy Junior High School Art Honor Society, led by Dr. Laurie Mandel and Brian Baker, partnered with North Shore Montessori School under the direction of Meg Sheehan to bring an under the sea musical celebration to life for the school’s preschool and kindergarten students. An octopus, whale, sea turtle and fish set the stage for a wonderful day of singing, dancing and community. North Shore Montessori expressed their gratitude to students Brianna Center, Bailey Murray, Stephanie Alvarez and Tori Bogdanski for their hard work and dedication. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153086 Wed, 20 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153086 Three Village Budget Passes: Yes – 2401 No – 723 Board of Education Election: Deanna Bavlnka – 2052 * William F. Connors, Jr. - 2200 * Jeffrey Mischler - 1095 * Elected http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153093 Tue, 19 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153093 Building a Garden of Learning http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153081 Mon, 18 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153081 Imagining Advanced Technology R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Earth Smart students Catherine Cao, Kelsey Ge, Priya Mukhi, Kayla St. Denis and Varsha Talanki earned top honors during this year’s science invention contest, ExploraVision. Under the guidance of teachers Michael Jantzen and Pamila Pahuja, the students studied a technology of interest and predicted what that technology might be like 20 years from today using current scientific techniques. The students worked in two groups, and both projects earned honorable mention. Kelsey and Priya’s project examined advancements with a common drug used to combat Parkinson’s disease. Varsha, Catherine and Kayla proposed to create a watch to detect pollen for allergy sufferers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153085 Mon, 18 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153085 Learning Soars to New Heights Ward Melville High School students Stephen Chapman, Vincent DeStefano, Dafni Frohman and Alex Gibbs learned how to fly a plane as they studied aerodynamics during this year’s Build a Plane Aviation Design Challenge. During the national competition, the students were tasked with modifying a plane in a flight simulator program and then flying a course. The students’ selected a biplane and worked to maximize its specs for a 37 nautical mile trip. The statistics of the flight were calculated and the best wing design was crowned the winner. “Half of the battle was first learning how to fly correctly,” said Vincent. “The project involved a lot of designing and conceptual thinking. It was a great real-world application of the topic – one that allowed us to better understand the principles of flight.” Only 100 students were accepted to this nationwide contest, which was designed to promote science, technology, engineering and math skills. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153084 Fri, 15 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153084 Farmer’s Market for a Cause http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153092 Fri, 15 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153092 Student Volunteers to Serve http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153082 Thu, 14 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153082 National Acclaim for Writers Ward Melville High School junior Amanda Liu and R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grader Katie Zhao earned praise from the National Council of Teachers of English this spring for their original writings. Amanda was named a winner in the NCTE’s 2015 Achievement Awards in Writing. A total of 650 juniors were nominated from schools across the country to participate in the program. National judges evaluated all compositions on content, purpose, audience, tone, word choice, organization, development and style. Judges also looked for writing that demonstrated effective and imaginative use of language to inform and move an audience. Amanda was one of only 14 students in New York State to be selected for this achievement. Katie was named a winner in the 2015 NCTE Promising Young Writers Competition. National judges reviewed all compositions, and 45 students were selected as national winners, only 10 from Long Island. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153079 Wed, 13 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153079 Inspiring Creativity http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153078 Tue, 12 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153078 Scoring Honors at Summit Several Ward Melville High School students participated in and took home top honors at the sixth annual Long Island Youth Summit hosted by Dowling College this spring. The students, who were supported in their efforts by teacher Allison Kane, worked individually or in groups and submitted projects. After presenting their topics and solutions to an audience of experts in the field, these students were selected as finalists and four of the teams won scholarships and prizes. Congratulations to the following students: Breanna Cea for “Leadership in a Divided Society” Samantha Mancuso and Eric Wang for “Protection of Long Island’s Water” Benjamin Winston and Emily Winston for “The Solid Waste Crisis” Gabriel Gang and William Yoo for “Living on Long Island: Economic Development, Community and Housing” Abby Abraham and Eric (Rui) Zhang for “Cyberbullying and Social Networking” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153073 Mon, 11 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153073 Building, Programming, Competing http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153080 Fri, 08 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153080 German Competition Ward Melville High School students had the chance to showcase their understanding of the German language during this year’s Sprachfest at Accompsett Middle School. The program, which is an annual Long Island German Language Festival for middle and high schoolers and is sponsored by the Long Island chapter of the American Association of Teachers of German, highlights the study of German in a fun way and creates excitement around, with and through German language and culture. It also serves to unite the German educational communities with the larger German-American community, as several local societies attend the program to help with the competitions and judging. During the program, the students competed against peers from across Long Island in a series of competitive and noncompetitive events. Congratulations to the following Ward Melville students: Baking Competition: Jeffrey Michel, third place — Apfelkuchen Daron Klett, third place — Bundt Cake Music – Instrumental: Victoria LaRocco, Andrew Mata, Jeffrey Michel and Dana Smith, second place Poetry Contest: Jeffrey Michel, first place Sydney Baranowski, second place Scrabble Competition (10th grade Division): Sydney Baranowski, Victoria La Rocco, Andrew Mata and Jeffrey Michel, third place Skits: Sydney Baranowski, Victoria LaRocco, Andrew Mata, Jeffrey Michel and Dana Smith, first place Spelling Bee: Sydney Baranowski, second place http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153072 Fri, 08 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153072 Securing Funding from ‘Sharks’ Ward Melville High School science teacher Jenny Serigano was named a Bright Light Honoree by the Suffolk ASSET Association and an award winner in the organization’s “Shark Tank” technology competition. Similar to the hit TV show, Ms. Serigano made a pitch to a panel of “sharks” to secure funding for a technology project in her physics class – a subscription to an online simulation website called Explore Learning. The simulators, which include a variety of math and science items, align with the Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards. She received funding for the project from Logic Wing and TEQ, who were benefactors attending the event. “The subscription is great because the students each receive login names and passwords and can access the website at any time,” she said. “I have used the simulators as lab activities, demonstrations in class and for homework.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153071 Thu, 07 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153071 Pieces of Energy Members of R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s National Junior Honor Society, SHARP club, National Art Honor Society and student government found their inner artist as they organized a creative community service project to raise awareness for the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America. The initiative, which was inspired by W.S. Mount Elementary School sixth-grader and 2015 Shining Star for the CCFA Rebecca Rogak, called for 55 students, along with their club advisors, to create inspirational pieces, pendants, key rings and bracelets known as “pieces of energy.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153070 Wed, 06 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153070 Academic All-Stars Ward Melville High School’s JV Academic Team had an impressive performance at the 2015 Regional Quiz Bowl Tournament this spring. With one player short of a full team, Ian Baram, Nima Mohammadi and Dylan Masters won a series of decisive victories against their competition and took home the first-place trophy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153069 Tue, 05 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153069 Jumping into Nature http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153076 Mon, 04 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153076 Summer Enrichment Newsletter - Registration Extended to Tuesday, May 26! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153077 Mon, 04 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153077 Melodic Spring Performances Ward Melville High School student-musicians performed a number of selections during their spring concert series. The Concert I showcase included performances by the concert band, honors jazz ensemble, symphonic band and wind ensemble. Below are a few pictures from the program. Photos courtesy of Greg Catalano. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153068 Mon, 04 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153068 Sports Spectacular Nassakeag Elementary School’s community came together for a charity event in support of Contractors For Kids in advance of the districtwide event this April. During the Nassakeag Sports Spectacular event, faculty and staff members competed in various fun and exciting relay races. Attendees donated more than $4,200 for Contractors For Kids through ticket and concession sales. In addition to enjoying the display of athleticism present during the event, the school quadrupled the number of CFK Walk/Run participants to almost 110 athletes. Nassakeag’s faculty and staff thanks all of the supporters. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153067 Fri, 01 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153067 Purifying Water Supplies P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grade student Joshua George was awarded honorable mention for his submission to the DuPont Challenge Science Essay Competition. Considered by many to be the nation’s premier scientific essay competition, the DuPont Challenge Essay has more than 10,000 student applicants annually from 50 states. All of the students enrolled in the Earth SMART classes at Gelinas submitted essays to this science competition in fulfillment of a course requirement. Josh was one of only 20 students selected out of the thousands of applicants from the Junior Division for the Honorable Mention status and will receive a $200 U.S. savings bond. For his essay, “Humidity Save Lives,” Josh described how water vapor in the air could potentially be a source of drinking water for areas of the world that are facing shortages. In his paper, he described a machine that would run off solar power and collect the water from the atmosphere where it wasn’t present on the ground (essentially a solar-powered dehumidifier and filter). His writing displayed a high level of understanding of the problem parts of our planet face with regards to water supply (today and in the future), as well as a unique solution that may be feasible in certain areas. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153064 Fri, 01 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153064 Budget Newsletter now Available http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153074 Fri, 01 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153074 Friday, May 8 - 4th Annual Gelinas JH Carnival Friday, May 8, 2015 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Please see flyer for details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153075 Fri, 01 May 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153075 Qualifying for Scholarships Forty-six Ward Melville High School students qualified to enter the 2016 National Merit Scholarship program for the chance at the annual contest’s wide-ranging scholarships. The following students were granted this opportunity based on their results on the 2014 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Eleni Aneziris Sage Beasley Natalie Butkevich Kevin Caoo Sean Cassidy Sophia Chen Shannon Dalton Drew A. Ehrlich Cory H. Emery Arman Esmaili Hannah R. Goldberg Sarah R. Gutman Yiran S. He Joseph L. Hines Ashley Hong Thomas P. Kernan Woonyoung Kim Maho Koga Ariel K. Leong Thomas T. Li Rhea J. Lieberman Alice S. Liu Amanda Liu Rachel C. Marotto Andrew A. Mata Jeffrey R. Michel Nima Mohammadi Rajiv S. Moturu Mark F. Nie Megan G. Patton Katerina Sadov Heidi E. Scarth Rebecca E. Schneider Mohit M. Singh Sarah Sun Joshua D. Tanenbaum Selina Tang Fangrui Tong Jason M. Wallach Katherine E. Wang Orion S. Weiss Emily L. Winston Jennifer Y. Yang Grace Y. Zhang Elizabeth Zhao Grace Zhao http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153062 Thu, 30 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153062 State Champs – AGAIN! P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s Science Olympiad team captured first place and R.C. Murphy Junior High School finished sixth during the New York State Tournament on April 18 in Syracuse, New York. In one of their best performances, Gelinas’ team won medals in 22 out of 25 events as they competed against 35 of the best teams in the state. Murphy’s team also competed victoriously as they earned 13 medals. As a first-place finisher, Gelinas’ team will now compete in the National Tournament at the University of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska, in May. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153066 Thu, 30 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153066 Award-Winning Writers Ward Melville High School sophomores Megan Bush, Julia Coletti, Kirti Nath, Sachin Patnaik, Charlotte Schmidt and Isabelle Scott were selected to represent their school in the Kenneth F. Gambone Writing Contest. The students were invited to participate in the contest by submitting a sample of their best writing and complete an impromptu piece. Submissions were judged anonymously and were scored by two different members of the English department using criteria established by the National Council of Teachers of English. As the school representatives, their work will now be judged by the Long Island Language Arts Council. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153061 Wed, 29 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153061 Victory in Court The district’s mock trial team – comprised of students from P.J. Gelinas Junior High School and Ward Melville High School – is setting records in its second year of competition, having recently won the Suffolk County Regional Championship. During the contest, the district’s students defeated a tough team from Bay Shore within the Federal Courthouse. They will now compete for the state title against eight other regional champions in Albany this May. “This is the most dedicated and unified group of young people I have worked with, and they are very deserving of the accomplishment,” said coach and Gelinas teacher Douglas Elliot. “To achieve what they have accomplished in two years is truly remarkable.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153060 Tue, 28 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153060 Making an Impact In celebration of Earth Day, students and staff members throughout the district participated in a variety of hands-on activities centered on the importance of reducing, reusing and recycling materials. Minnesauke Elementary School kindergarten students in Cassie Sheridan’s and Allison Babb’s classes used upcycled milk cartons to create planters for small seeds. The students painted cartons discarded in the cafeteria and used the colorful creations to plant seeds of their choosing. Each student received a plant journal to track their plant’s growth and will share their documented findings with their classmates each week. Keeping with the school’s tradition, Nassakeag Elementary School’s student council members participated in the building’s annual Earth Day Clean Up, and sixth-graders in Robyn Weinstein’s class coordinated a Waste Free Lunch Week. During the clean up, the students worked to remove any debris located on the school’s grounds and planted two trees in the building’s courtyard donated by the PTA and head custodian John Moran. As part of their class’s effort, Ms. Weinstein’s students aimed to reduce the amount of waste created during the school’s lunch times. Leading up to the week, the sixth-graders made announcements and visited classrooms to inform their peers about the initiative and the ways in which they could participate. The students were encouraged to use recyclable lunch containers, use washable trays during lunch and monitor how many disposable utensils they select. The students charted the success of the initiative on a large graph in the cafeteria. Each class received a $5 Barnes and Noble gift card courtesy of the PTA to help support the initiative. The school eliminated more than 1,000 pounds of garbage during the week. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153063 Mon, 27 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153063 Elementary Math Report and Recommendation Presentation - April 22, 2015 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153065 Mon, 27 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153065 Wrestlers Pin State Honors Ward Melville High School varsity wrestlers Nick Piccininni and Christian Areano earned New York State Championship titles this year. Nick earned his fourth state championship title since he began his wrestling career at Ward Melville. His latest title was earned in the 126-pound weight class. He also tied the New York State record for the most amount of championship titles held by one person. He is a five-time Suffolk County Champion and five-time All-State wrestler. Upon graduation this year, he will attend Oklahoma State University, which runs one of the premier wrestling programs in the country. Christian won his first New York State championship title in the 195-pound weight class. On the road to the state contest, Christian also won league and Suffolk County champion titles. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154238 Mon, 27 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false154238 Outstanding Skills Ward Melville High School students enrolled in the Eastern LI Academy for Applied Technology (former BOCES) program, recently competed and earned top honors at this year’s SkillsUSA regional contest at Suffolk County Community College. This national organization is found at many vocational schools and offers students the chance to demonstrate their knowledge of the hands-on subjects they are studying. During this year’s contest, Ward Melville students earned the following awards: Kathleen O’Brien – First place in Advertising Design Matthew Dakhil, Kelly Degan and Nikki Yovino – Second place in Health Knowledge Bowl Alyssa Concolino – Second place in Opening and Closing Ceremony http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154237 Fri, 24 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false154237 Scholar Artist The district congratulates senior Amanda Spaccarelli for being named the April Scholar Artist for Suffolk County by the Long Island Arts Alliance. To learn more about Amanda, please read the feature at: http://www.newsday.com/services/programs/long-island-arts-alliance/amanda-spaccarelli-april-s-scholar-artists-for-suffolk-county-1.10253236. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153059 Fri, 24 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153059 Scholarly Swimmers Ward Melville High School’s boys varsity swimming and diving team was recognized for their ability to balance a rigorous academic program with a varsity competitive sport this year by being named the 2014-15 Boys Swimming and Diving New York State Scholar Athlete Team Champion. This honor is given to the team with the highest average GPA of all of the boys varsity swimming and diving programs in New York State. The district’s Board of Education recently commended the team members for this outstanding achievement and presented each with a certificate of recognition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153686 Thu, 23 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153686 MAY 20 COMMUNITY SWIM REGISTRATION IS CANCELED. MAY 20 COMMUNITY SWIM REGISTRATION IS CANCELLED. DUE TO CONSTRUCTION AT WARD MELVILLE, THE SUMMER COMMUNITY SWIM PROGRAM SESSIONS WILL NOT BE RUNNING FOR 2015. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153058 Thu, 23 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153058 Words to Protect the Earth Working with the help of their sixth-grade buddies, students in Tammy Oestreicher’s class at Arrowhead Elementary School became published authors by creating a class book, “Caring for the Earth.” Working in teams, the students each created a different page in the book, including a picture and description of how they are helping to protect the earth. The pages were bound to create one hardcover book, and each student received a commemorative copy. An additional book was added to the school’s library. The class buddies have volunteered to work with the younger students for the past two years. They meet every other Tuesday during their lunch and recess to complete various educational projects. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153685 Wed, 22 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153685 Secondary Report Cards Now Available on the Portal Report cards for the 3rd marking period for students in grades 7-12 are now viewable in the portal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153057 Wed, 22 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153057 Flawless Finish for Gymnasts Ward Melville High School gymnasts Cydney Crasa and Katie Bowe have spent countless hours in the gym preparing and perfecting their skills as they worked toward becoming New York State Champions. That work paid off this year as the dedicated athletes earned top honors at the New York State Gymnastics Championship. Cydney came in first place on the vault and beam, earning her a gold medal and champion status in both events. This is Cydney’s third individual state championship title. She also earned a team gold medal when her performance helped Suffolk County win the overall New York State Team Championship. The combination of her dedication to her academics and athletics has earned her the opportunity to be recruited by some of the most prestigious colleges in the country and being named a Varsity Gymnastics Scholar Athlete. Katie placed first on the uneven bars during the state championship, earning her a gold medal and champion status. This was Katie’s first individual state championship title. She also earned a team gold medal, as her performance aided the county’s New York State Team Championship status. Katie’s ability to balance her athletic commitments with her scholastic ones also earned her the title of a Varsity Gymnastics Scholar Athlete. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153684 Tue, 21 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153684 Meet the Candidates Night – 4/27 at 7:30pm http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154239 Tue, 21 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false154239 Perfect Score Ward Melville High School senior Jake Welde earned an accolade shared by few others — a perfect score on the SAT exam. Jake, a well-rounded academic scholar who regularly works to balance his academics with his co-curricular enjoyments, earned the incredible feat on the March 2014 exam. More than 1.6 million seniors took the exam worldwide and Jake is one of the 583 who scored a perfect 2400. Jake aspires to major in robotics/engineering in college. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153683 Mon, 20 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153683 Patriots Commit to College After years of hard work and dedication, 27 Ward Melville High School student-athletes have been selected to continue their athletic careers at some of the top-ranked colleges and universities this fall. As a testament to their achievements, the district’s athletic department commended the student-athletes during a spring college commitment celebration. Surrounded by their parents and coaches, the students put pen to paper to finalize their commitment to Division I and II institutions. Additionally, several celebrated their upcoming enrollment in Division III universities. “On behalf of the school district and administration, I commend each of you for the hard work you have demonstrated in the classroom and the unwavering focus you have for your sport,” said Erin Blaney, executive director for health, physical education, recreation and athletics. “You have brought such pride to our school community, and we look forward to hearing about your continued accomplishments in the future.” The district congratulates the following students: Division I Michael Antipas University of Notre Dame Fencing Molly Dearie La Salle University Track Jack Faraci SUNY Binghamton Golf Kirsten Fraas Stony Brook University Track Olivia Gonsalves Villanova University Lacrosse Ilana Solomon Columbia University Fencing Charlie Theiss Columbia University Track & XC Carly Weber Levine Stanford University Fencing Angela Zhang Cornell University Fencing Division II Sean Adams California University of Pennsylvania Baseball Jeff Towle Pace University Football Bonnie Woods Stonehill College Field Hockey Division III Robert Antonio SUNY Maritime College Lacrosse Jacob Arditti SUNY Brockport Football Jessica Clemens Springfield College Gymnastics Christine Donat SUNY New Paltz Volleyball Sabrina Ferretti SUNY Geneseo Tennis James Laguerre SUNY Geneseo Track & XC Jessica LaRosa Stevenson University Lacrosse Matthew Lopiccolo Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Football Mark Napoli Stevenson University Football Hannah Parbst Ithaca College Swimming Kayla Purdy Catholic University Lacrosse John Ripa SUNY Geneseo Track & XC Katlyn Scarpinella Utica College Lacrosse Tracy Singleton SUNY Cortland Volleyball Mike Stavropoulos Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Football http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153682 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153682 Books by Students Creative stories and beautiful pictures crafted separately by R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grader Leah Cussen and Ward Melville High School junior Wendy Wahlert will now be enjoyed by the masses as a result of their winning entries in the first Helen Stein Shack Picture Book Contest, organized by Emma S. Clark Memorial Library. As award winners, the students each received a $500 scholarship and will have their books printed, bound and added to the library’s Local Focus Collection. An e-book will also be available. Leah’s book, “Lenny the Lion,” is about a lion that leaves his home to search the jungle for a place where he belongs. Ultimately, he determines that his family is the perfect fit. “I was very surprised and really excited and proud because I had put a tremendous amount of time into researching lions and teaching myself how to draw,” said Leah. Wendy’s book is about a character named Lilabet who is the only colorful person living in a town that is completely black and white. She is at first sad about how she is the only colorful one, but then decides to spread her color all over so the town is no longer black and white. “I felt extremely honored when I found out that I had won, especially since I will now be a published author, which is an exciting title to have,” said Wendy, who has a desire to pursue graphic design in college and beyond. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153681 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153681 Celebrating Reading Nassakeag Elementary School kindergarten through second-grade students came together to celebrate their love of reading during the building’s Annual Milk and Cookies Night. The program, attended by approximately 50 students, featured performances by Johnny Como, included small group reading sessions and concluded with the students enjoying milk and cookies in the cafeteria. Members of the Ward Melville High School National Honor Society volunteered to conduct several of read-a-louds. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153678 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153678 Sweep State Contest The Ward Melville Key Club demonstrated their unwavering talents as they swept New York State for the most awards at the annual Key Club Leadership Training Conference in Albany this March. Competing against 87 clubs in attendance, and more than 230 clubs in the entire state, the team won second place in the Platinum Division of the Single Service Awards for Walk for Beauty, the Advocacy Award for Youth Awareness of Mental Illness, second place for Public Relations, Outstanding Governor’s project for their Water Walk to support the Thirst Project and 17 Distinguished Key Clubbers — the most in N.Y. State. Additionally, Donna Yu, the chapter’s treasurer, became the first Ward Melville student elected to hold a New York statewide position (N.Y. District Treasurer), advisor Annette Goldberg won the Distinguished Faculty Advisor Award, and several students earned individual awards: Shannon Dalton – Outstanding Club Secretary Nicole D’Onofrio – Distinguished Bulletin Editor Kyra Durko – Outstanding President for New York State Erin McSweeney – Outstanding Club Vice President Christine Shen – Distinguished Lieutenant Governor Donna Yu – Distinguished Treasurer Award Winner http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153677 Tue, 14 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153677 Inspired to Remain Positive R.C. Murphy Junior High School students and staff learned to embrace the saying “no excuses” when inspirational speaker Rohan Murphy visited the building in early April. Mr. Murphy, who lost his legs at birth, shared his story of overcoming life’s obstacles and physical challenges in order to achieve his personal standards for success. He told the students how he pushed himself to achieve both academically and athletically as he went on to become a Division I wrestler at Penn State University. “When I was your age, good wasn’t good enough – I wanted to be great,” he told the students. “Life is about choices…the small ones you make today are going to shape your future. Don’t ever let someone tell you that you can’t do something. If you have goals or dreams, be sure to accomplish them.” The visit was held in conjunction with the building’s annual Town Hall Meeting, which brings the entire school together to focus on a topic of particular importance. “This annual event provides an excellent opportunity for our entire Murphy family to come together,” said Assistant Principal Kevin Finnerty. “Our Town Halls give a voice to different areas we like to talk about as part of our PBIS program and help define how we, as a school community, should act. This year’s speaker is sure to have inspired us all to do great things.” At the end of the Town Hall, Mr. Murphy spoke to students in small groups during their lunch periods to continue the conversation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153679 Mon, 13 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153679 Zumba for Autism - April 17, 2015, Ward Melville Click here for registration form - http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153680 Wed, 08 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153680 Distinguished Teacher Ward Melville High School 15-year veteran Advanced Placement U.S. History teacher Michael Buckland has been named a Distinguished Teacher of 2015 by the Harvard Club of Long Island. Mr. Buckland, who was nominated by alum Luran He (Harvard, Class of 2018), is one of 14 teachers from across the 150 public school districts and private schools on Long Island to receive this award. As a Distinguished Teacher, Mr. Buckland will be honored at the Harvard Club of Long Island’s annual University Relations Luncheon on April 26. He will receive a scholarship for a Harvard experience at the Harvard University campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts. These scholarships are funded by contributions from Harvard alumni living on Long Island. Describing his primary passion outside of teaching as immersing himself in nature, Mr. Buckland spends most summers exploring the American West, particularly the national parks. Having been profoundly influenced by the grandeur of these protected spaces, Mr. Buckland finds ways to share his experiences with his students. He also describes his hope that his stories will do more than improve their understanding of history by causing them to “seek these places out for themselves and to fall in love with them as I have.” “He made me truly appreciate the beauty of the American wilderness,” said Mr. He. “He taught us how to exercise democracy in much more meaningful ways than the ballot box. He gave me the tools to critically assess history, society and politics. I now think about the world in terms of people and ideas, not merely events and dates. And for this I am truly grateful.” “Our awards honor teachers who transform lives,” said Dr. Judith Esterquest, Harvard Club of Long Island Chair of the Distinguished Teacher Selection Committee. “Dedicated teachers like Mr. Buckland offer Long Island students deep expertise, extraordinary talents, and countless hours of devotion. By capturing the minds and imaginations of our children, preparing them for challenges that were unknown even a few decades ago — academic, social, political, cultural — these teachers shape our country’s future.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153676 Mon, 06 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153676 A Mission to Mars and Beyond Minnesauke Elementary School fifth-graders blasted off into outer space as part of their participation in the live e-mission “Moon, Mars and Beyond.” The project, which made connections to the grade level’s math, language arts and science lessons, called for the students to helped NASA locate and rescue a lost spaceship. The students worked in small teams to problem solve and decipher clues provided by the agency to track the missing aircraft and devise a rescue plan, including calculating how much fuel and food was needed for the effort to be successful. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153673 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153673 Hatching an Understanding of Science Cute, fluffy spring chicks hatched at Minnesauke Elementary School as part of the first-grade classroom’s study of lifecycles. Each class received six eggs, and students observed the growing chicks through the candling process and through models displaying each stage of the embryo through the 21-day incubation period. They also cracked an unfertilized egg and dissected the different components to learn about its makeup. After they hatched, the students sat in circles and watched as the chicks were freed from their crate bed to take their first steps around a contained section of the classroom. The students recorded their observations in personal, self-published Chick Journals. Prior to their study of chicks, the students learned about the lifecycles of butterflies, plants and the water cycle through their science curriculum. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153672 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153672 Frequently Asked Questions about the Common Core Assessments Click here for more information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153675 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153675 Ruling the Courtroom In just its second year of competition, the Mock Trial Team – comprised of students from Ward Melville and P.J. Gelinas high schools – is experiencing a record-setting season, having advanced to the Suffolk County Quarterfinals after defeating rival Mattituck during the first round of county playoffs and qualifying to compete against Northport in the “final four” in early April. In addition to the organized competitions, the team also hosted its second home trial competition against Hampton Bays at Jefferson’s Ferry in South Setauket. This event was held as a service to the residents of Jefferson’s Ferry and organized by Alan Costell, coordinator of the Mock Trial Program for the Suffolk County Bar Association. Residents were briefed on the details of the trial prior to the competition to heighten interest for the event. Ultimately, the Three Village team prevailed as the plaintiff, who was suing the defendant for an alleged act of conversion (theft) of funds raised by a local charity. The students have been preparing for the season under the guidance and direction of Gelinas English teacher Douglas Elliot. They have learned legal terms, crafting arguments, critical thinking and elocution. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153671 Wed, 01 Apr 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153671 A National Contender The artistic talents of W.S. Mount Elementary School kindergartner Kayla Harte have earned her the chance to represent her school and district at the National PTA Reflections competition. Kayla’s video entry followed this year’s theme of “The world would be a better place if…” and was named a NYS winner. Her submission was one of two from Mount that advanced to the state level of the contest. The other student, Ethan Tan, received a merit award at the state level. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153670 Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153670 Common Core 101 (ELA Presentation) - 4/21 at 7:00pm North Country Board Room http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153674 Tue, 31 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153674 Summer Recreation and Travel Camp Brochures Now Available Please follow this link to view the summer programs offered through the Athletics and Recreation program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153669 Mon, 30 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153669 A Spoonful of Sugar A Disney classic floated into the hearts of many as R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s musical theater company performed “Mary Poppins” in March. The hundreds of students in this year’s musical production rehearsed under the leadership of director Anthony Pollera for the past several months. The cast took attendees on a whimsical journey detailing the lives of two small children and how their world was positively impacted when Mary Poppins flew – literally – into their home. In addition to the audiences that packed the school’s auditoriums during the regular five evening performances, the cast showcased this year’s musical during a free daytime performance for the district’s sixth-graders and senior citizen community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153667 Mon, 30 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153667 Art Department BOE Presentations http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153668 Mon, 30 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153668 National Praise Ward Melville High School seniors Erika Riley and Marvin Lee along with juniors Henry DaCosta and Grace Zhao, merited national recognition in this year’s highly competitive 2015 Scholastic Art and Writing Contest. Erika earned a National Gold Key Award for her piece, “Bad Ideas,” the tale of a girl looking back on a friendship after a tragedy. Erika, three-time national winner, aspires to major in creative writing in college. Henry, Marvin and Grace each won a National Silver Award. Henry was honored for his film “The Shore,” Marvin won for his architectural piece and Grace won for her short story “Adagio in G Major.” The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards is one of the nation’s largest, longest-running, most prestigious literary arts programs that honors students in grades 7-12 for their original works. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153666 Fri, 27 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153666 Educational Science Workshops Science concepts using dry ice, sounds and chemistry were explored in March when W.S. Mount Elementary School first- through third-grade students participated in a cultural arts program called “Mad Science.” Second-graders focused on the characteristics of sound concepts and sound waves during the sonic sounds class. They produced and identified acoustic sounds from a variety of materials and learned how electronic distortions link shifting frequencies to voice alterations. At the end of the workshop, each student received a sonic horn resonance chamber. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153664 Thu, 26 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153664 Baldness Brings Donations Setauket Elementary School fourth-grader Austin Vero joined the fight against childhood cancer by volunteering to shave his head at a fundraiser for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation this March. As a result of his efforts, Austin raised $16,074 for the cause and was the top fundraiser at the Centereach Fire Department event, hosted by the Centereach Civic Association. In honor of his efforts, Austin was invited to Town Hall by Councilman Kevin LaValle, and the Town of Brookhaven declared a date this spring Austin Vero Day. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153665 Thu, 26 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153665 Join Us & Stand Up for Public Education Since Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s State of the State address in late January, during which he outlined his 2015 Opportunity Agenda, the district’s Board of Education and administration have publicly expressed concern with his proposals for public education. As the state’s budget deadline of April 1 draws nearer, the district encourages all residents to make their voices heard on these issues and implore their elected officials to “Stand Up for Public Education” by delivering a budget that is fair and supportive of our schools. A form letter, which can be copied, personalized and emailed to officials, is located below. In short, it takes umbrage with the following matters, which the district feels would negatively and irrefutably diminish the quality of education that Three Village students receive: - The Governor’s plans to base 50% of a teacher evaluation on students’ state assessment scores. This 30% increase from the current value would create a single, inadequate measurement device to determine teachers’ effectiveness and unnecessarily impede the educational process. - Uniformed changes to APPR – ex. Shifting the responsibility for classroom observations to an outside evaluator, one who is unaware of the district’s teaching techniques or instructional goals. - Withholding state aid increases unless lawmakers comply with the Governor’s education reform plan. This unprecedented action is especially troubling as the district is working to craft a proposed budget for the 2015-16 school year. Under the proposal, increases could range from 1.7% to 4.8%. In Three Village alone, this represents a swing of $645,000 to $1,820,000 in revenue. Contact Information for Our Local Officials: SENATOR JOHN J. FLANAGAN'S CONTACT INFORMATION Email address: flanagan@nysenate.gov ASSEMBLYMAN STEVE ENGLEBRIGHT’S CONTACT INFORMATION http://assembly.state.ny.us/mem/Steve-Englebright/contact/ GOVERNOR ANDREW M. CUOMO’S CONTACT INFORMATION http://www.governor.ny.gov/contact/GovernorContactForm.php   Dear ___________, I am writing on behalf of the students, parents, staff and community members of the Three Village Central School District. Our community is deeply saddened by the educational reforms outlined in the Governor’s 2015 Opportunity Agenda and are joining together with thousands of families statewide to “Stand Up for Public Education.” The outlined budget and policy proposals have the potential to seriously and irrevocably impede the work of our teachers, slow their progress and limit our student outcomes, all while costing our taxpayers far more than their fair share. Our school district has a long and glowing history of success: We have a nationally recognized Blue Ribbon elementary school, several buildings deemed Reward Schools by the state, and our students regularly outperform their counterparts in the region and the state. We also have the second highest number of Master Teachers on Long Island – a program devised by the Governor to recognize the “best of the best” educators in the fields of STEM. While our accolades are plentiful, they were not achieved overnight, nor were they stumbled upon; they are the direct result of the hard work and dedication of our teachers, parents and community. And while we do believe in continuous improvement, we also believe that the reforms before you were designed to dismantle, not enhance, the public education system. It is our hope that you will reevaluate these items and provide the support necessary to allow our teachers to continue to be effective, creative and inspirational. Release the projected state aid runs for 2015-16. Our district’s work to create a proposed budget that supports the needs of our students and falls within the confines of the state’s imposed tax cap has been crippled this year by the withholding of these figures. By challenging lawmakers to adopt his educational reform plan and tease a state aid package that increases between 1.7 and 4.8%, the Governor is using our children’s education as a pawn in a very serious game of chess. How is our district expected to deliver an efficiently managed budget when it can’t precisely predict if it will receive a state aid increase of $645,000 or $1,820,000? Support local control of our classrooms. Our community is not in support of a system that relinquishes local control of evaluating educators on their performance within the classroom. The proposal to base 50 percent of a teacher evaluation on students’ state assessment scores and have classroom observations completed by an outside evaluator not only demeans our talented educators, but also compromises our programs. Testing has value as one element in the evaluation process. However, it is just one small measure of student growth. Putting a greater emphasis on this element would create a single, inadequate measurement device aimed at producing skewed data to inform broad decision-making. As a community, we have come together to support our schools. We hope that you will deploy your power to protect our children and the quality education they are entitled to receive. Sincerely, http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153663 Wed, 25 Mar 2015 13:00:00 GMT false153663 Space Mission W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth-graders participated in the live e-mission “Moon, Mars and Beyond,” making connections to their classroom math, language arts and science lessons. During the videoconference space mission, the students worked to help NASA locate and rescue a lost spaceship that was orbiting one of the outer planets. Working in five planet teams, they analyzed and computed answers to a variety of mathematical questions. They examined different variables and made predictions, including how much food, oxygen and water would be needed for the mission. In the end, the fifth-graders successfully accomplished the rescue. In addition to tying into the school’s math and science curricula, the activity allowed students to practice their reading skills, think critically and logically, and communicate effectively with teammates. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153658 Wed, 25 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153658 SBU Doctors Share Safety Tips Arrowhead Elementary School sixth-graders attended an in-school public safety and health awareness workshop with Dr. Anthony Szema and a team of six doctors and medical students from Stony Brook University Hospital. The visitors taught the students how to recognize a medic alert bracelet and identify trigger allergens, engaged them in a skit to demonstrate anaphylaxis, and instructed them on how the EpiPen and Auvi-Q are administered. The program also reinforced the importance of calling 911. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153654 Tue, 24 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153654 Under the Big Top Minnesauke Elementary School students learned a number of circus tricks when representatives from the National Circus Project conducted a weeklong workshop during physical education classes. At the end of the visit, the sixth-graders demonstrated their newly acquired skills during a performance under the “Minnesauke Big Top.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153657 Mon, 23 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153657 ‘Seussical the Musical’ Colorful sets and treasured children’s stories made famous by Dr. Seuss came to life at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School as the Gelinas Theatre Company performed its 31st annual musical, “Seussical the Musical.” During their performances, the students took the audience on a journey to the smallest planet in the universe, introduced them to the Who citizens and reminded everyone that a person is a person no matter how small. With spirited singing and dancing, the young thespians brought this beloved musical to life in all its fantastical, magical, musical glory. Attendees of all ages enjoyed watching as their favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, Lazy Mayzie and a tiny Who named Jojo, came together to tell a story about the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153660 Fri, 20 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153660 Foreign Languages Celebrated The importance of learning a second language was highlighted and celebrated by P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students and staff during foreign language week in March. Hallways were decorated to promote the celebration and daily announcements highlighted the languages offered at the school. Members of the Global Language Honor Society wore special T-shirts to mark the occasion and created posters based on the week’s theme “Language Learning: Bridge to the Future.” More than 185 posters were entered in the contest and Michael Dobo (first place), Claire Miller (second place) and Alana Abesamis (third place) were announced as winners. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153653 Fri, 20 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153653 WMHS Pool Closure for Emergency Maintenance Due to emergency maintenance, the Ward Melville HS pool is closed for all activities through Monday, March 23 at 12:00 pm. Therefore, Friday Family Swim and Saturday Community Swim children's lessons have been cancelled, as well as, all other outside pool use. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153662 Fri, 20 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153662 Friday, March 20 - All Afternoon and Evening Activities Cancelled All afternoon and evening activities are cancelled due to deteriorating weather conditions. SACC will remain OPEN. As of right now, the Gelinas Musical Theatre production will take place. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153661 Fri, 20 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153661 Off to Nationals After demonstrating a wide range of knowledge in science-related subjects at this year’s Brookhaven National Laboratory/Long Island Regional Middle School Science Bowl, R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Science Bowl team has won a bid to complete in the National Science Bowl Finals this spring. During the competition, Murphy’s team – which consisted of Reilly Browne (captain — eighth grader), Mourya Chimpiri (seventh-grader), Rohan Nagavardhan (seventh-grader), Luke Randall (seventh-grader), Keene Lu (seventh-grader) and coach Patrick McManus – went head to head against 19 teams from 13 schools across the region in a “Jeopardy”-style science contest. Questions spanned subjects such as life science, physical science, earth science, general science, astronomy, energy and math. As the winners, the team earned an all-expense-paid trip to the National Science Bowl Finals in Washington, D.C., scheduled for April 30 to May 4. The Department of Energy sponsors this contest in an effort to encourage young Americans to pursue careers in science and engineering. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153656 Thu, 19 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153656 Bringing Order to the Court http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153652 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 12:00:00 GMT false153652 Math and Baking Fun http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153659 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153659 Community Event - Sunday at Symphony, March 22 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153655 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153655 RC Murphy JH Presents Mary Poppins - March 24 - 28, 2015 RC Murphy JH Musical Theatre Presents "Mary Poppins"! Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, March 24-26 at 6:30 pm Friday & Saturday, March 27 & 28 at 7:30 pm Tickets $15 631-730-4831 click here for flyer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153006 Mon, 16 Mar 2015 14:00:00 GMT false153006 PJ Gelinas Presents Seussical the Musical - March 18 - 21, 2015 March 18, 19 & 20, 2015 at 7:00 pm March 21, 2015 at 1:00 pm (Limited Seating) and 7:00 pm Gelinas Jr. High School Auditorium All Tickets (Reserved Seating) $17.00 $15.00 (Seniors) Click here for flyer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153007 Mon, 16 Mar 2015 13:00:00 GMT false153007 Response to Governor’s Proposals http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153008 Mon, 16 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153008 Leaving a Lasting Memory Sixth-grade students at Setauket Elementary School had the chance to leave a lasting mark on their school walls by participating in the annual mural project. With the help of school art teacher Erica Kremens and visiting muralist John DiNaro, the students painted a whimsical mural inspired by the children’s book “Where the Wild Things Are.” The completed piece runs alongside the kindergarten wing and features iconic scenes such as young Max swinging from vines and the wild things he encounters after sailing to a mysterious jungle island. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153649 Mon, 16 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153649 Elementary Report Cards Now Viewable on the Portal The second trimester report cards for all students in grades kindergarten through six are now viewable in the Infinite Campus portal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153651 Mon, 16 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153651 Inspiring Unstoppable Actions Nassakeag Elementary School teacher Dr. Peggy Place has been inspiring her students to not let any obstacle get in their way by sharing how she has overcome a personal challenge. One year ago, Dr. Place was involved in a tragic car accident that left her critically injured. With much faith, hope, perseverance and support, she recuperated and was back to teaching full-time in September. This year, she is paying that support forward by working with her students on a reading and writing project titled “Unstoppable.” Students read the book, “Unstoppable Me! 10 Ways to Soar Through Life” by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer. They discussed ways to overcome obstacles and wrote essays about how they persevered to overcome challenges. Dr. Place taught her students this great life lesson as a living example of it. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153646 Fri, 13 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153646 Board Honors Scientists The Board of Education paid tribute to several talented Ward Melville High School science research students who achieved national recognition for their original projects this school year. Under the tutelage of the district’s InSTAR teachers and professional mentors, the students investigated and explored complex subject matters in various fields. The following students were honored and presented with certificates of commendation during the Board’s early March meeting: Niyati Desai – Siemens Regional Finalist Niyati used a form of carbon called graphene to make a new type of transistor approximately 100 times smaller than current technology. Gary Ge – Siemens Semifinalist Gary developed software for training computers to recognize people’s actions based on a still photo. This has great implications in security, personal identification and computer control. Jessica Ju – Intel Science Talent Search Semifinalist Jessica created software to translate Korean speech into a phonetically correct written transcript. With further development, this can be used for universal language translation. Sapna Nath – Siemens Semifinalist Sapna studied the FAS receptor, which promotes cell death, and found certain sequences that control its location within cells. This gives a better understanding of ways to prevent cancer. Eric Wang – Intel Science Talent Search Semifinalist Eric also used the grapheme oxide form of carbon to create a highly efficient filter for water desalination. The filter greatly surpasses the capabilities of previous graphene-based systems. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153650 Thu, 12 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153650 Science Olympians Advance The Science Olympiad teams of P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools have qualified to compete at the New York State competition based on their first- and second-place wins, respectively, at the Eastern Suffolk Regional contest this winter. Both schools were represented by three teams from each school at the regional contest, all of which placed in the top 10. Now one team from each school will start preparations for the state tournament, which will be held in Syracuse on April 17-18. Congratulations to both schools and to all of the coaches who worked so hard to achieve such success. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153648 Wed, 11 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153648 Fun with Food W.S. Mount Elementary School’s fourth-graders are putting an artistic spin on some of their favorite foods with the help of art teacher Maria Maritato. During a lesson on American artist Wayne Thiebaud, the students learned how Thiebaud became intrigued by the desserts on display while working in a bakery as a child. They also learned how this early inspiration led to his desire to make his paintings look as realistic as possible, and the emergence of food art. These lessons were the basis for the class’s work to make 3-D food art using clay. The students created an entree, a main course and sides in the style of Thiebaud, made to appear realistic and appetizing. They also discussed good nutrition and dressing up food with lettuce, tomatoes and other garnishes to make it look more appealing. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153645 Tue, 10 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153645 Voice of History As an extension of their English lessons, eighth-grade classes at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School learned about one of the world’s darkest times when Holocaust survivor Warner Reich visited the building. The students, who have been studying the Holocaust as part of their English curriculum over the past several weeks, were captivated by Mr. Reich’s message of standing up for others. He recalled Nazism, its influence throughout Europe, and his own escape from Germany before being captured and placed in a concentration camp. Equating the passive behaviors of what transpired at that time to bullying, Mr. Reich urged the students to stand up for others and to not tolerate any negative actions. In their classes, the students have been learning about the Holocaust through literature such as “The Diary of Anne Frank,” “The Cage” and “Night,” as well as through activities and research projects on the historical context of the Holocaust. Mr. Reich’s firsthand account of the period enabled the students to better understand the atrocities of World War II. To help preserve Mr. Reich’s compelling presentation for future generations, Gelinas art teacher Mike Sacco and technology teacher Dean Kostis recorded the morning’s event. They will edit the vocal recordings to pair with Mr. Reich’s PowerPoint presentation. The final project will allow the sharing of this historical recollection to continue. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153644 Mon, 09 Mar 2015 04:00:00 GMT false153644 Contractor for Kids 5K & Health and Wellness Fair - April 25, 2015 Three Village Schools & Contractor's For Kids Annual Health & Wellness Fair and 5K run will be held on Saturday, April 25, 2015 at Ward Melville High School. Please see flyer for registration and sponsorship information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153647 Fri, 06 Mar 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153647 Performing for Seniors Setauket Elementary School fifth-graders in Pamela Austin’s and Adrienne D'Onofrio’s classes showcased a myriad of skills during a talent show for the residents of Jefferson’s Ferry and several kindergarten classes. As part of the community outreach effort, the students played familiar tunes on instruments such as the piano and cello. They also danced, did gymnastics routines and told jokes for the audience. In addition, several fifth-graders volunteered to have lunch with the visitors before the program. The classes extend special thanks to the sixth-graders in Richard Guez’s class, who helped run the technical board during the performance. The school regularly coordinates community service learning opportunities with the local senior establishment. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153013 Fri, 06 Mar 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153013 Updated Snow Closure Information Dear Parents and Guardians: After careful consideration of the dangerous weather conditions affecting the area, our district worked to ensure the safety of our students and staff by closing school on Thursday, March 5. As this closure brings our total snow days for the year to four, school will now be in session for students and staff on Friday, April 10. The decision to dismiss early, delay or close the schools is based on careful consideration and analysis of the weather forecast and road conditions. Our top priority is to ensure the safety of our students and staff while also considering the impact to instruction. In anticipation of weather-related cancellations, the district builds emergency-related closing dates into our annual calendar. These dates are noted within the printed calendar distributed to families at the start of the school year and on our district website. Please be reminded that as a result of our previous snow days, school will be in session on Friday, May 22 and Tuesday, May 26. If any additional days are needed, we will update you accordingly. This winter has surely brought an unprecedented number of storms to our region. I am sure all our families join me in looking with great anticipation to the spring weather ahead. Sincerely, Cheryl Pedisich Superintendent of Schools http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152978 Thu, 05 Mar 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152978 Seniors Vie for National Scholarships Sixteen Ward Melville High School seniors have been named finalists in the 2015 National Merit Scholarship Program. Earlier this year, as a result of their performance on the qualifying exam, the students earned the distinction of being designated semifinalists in the contest. These academically talented seniors will now have the opportunity to continue in the competition for some 8,000 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $32 million. Congratulations to the following students: Stephanie Chen Donald Della Pietra Gary Ge Jayne Green Nicholas Greene Kriti Jindal Edward Liu Sapna Nath Adina Nawaz Ramy Rao Nichole Schneider Eric Wang Felix Wang John Welde III Grace Whitney Yongqi Zhu ​ http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153012 Thu, 05 Mar 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153012 Electrifying Strings http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153641 Wed, 04 Mar 2015 19:00:00 GMT false153641 Legal Notice NEW YORK STATE SECTION 211 WAIVER PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that, at its regular meeting of January 7, 2015, the Board of Education of the Three Village Central School District conditionally appointed Martin Malone to the position of Interim Assistant Principal for Ward Melville High School, commencing on January 20, 2015, at a compensation rate not to exceed $650.00 per diem. The Board of Education hereby notifies resident taxpayers that Mr. Malone has received the approval of the Commissioner of Education for employment in the District pursuant to Section 211 of the Retirement and Social Security Law, at a compensation rate not to exceed $650.00 per diem, and will continue to receive his pension while employed by the Board of Education. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153642 Wed, 04 Mar 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153642 Recognized for Service As a result of their years of dedication to the school district and volunteer work as part of the Board, three Board of Education members were awarded honors by the New York State School Boards Association. The following trustees were recognized during the Board’s February meeting: Deanna Bavlnka – NYSSBA “School Board U” Level 1 Board Member Achievement Award Bill Connors – NYSSBA “School Board U” Level 2 Board Excellence Award Irene Gische – NYSSBA “School Board U” Level 2 Board Excellence Award http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153011 Wed, 04 Mar 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153011 100 Days Smarter Celebrating an educational milestone, students and staff members marked the 100th day of school with educational lessons and creative character initiatives. At Arrowhead Elementary School, kindergarten students worked in centers to complete math and English language arts exercises. They counted to 100 in various increments, created pictures using the digits in 100 and individual books about the number, and crafted artistic projects displaying their favorite 100 items. They also completed individual projects using 100 of the same item. Setauket Elementary School kindergarten and first-grade students teamed up to collect 100 items per class for the district food pantries. Together they collected hundreds of nonperishable food items, toiletries and paper products for members of the community. The grades also shortened the collections by 10s and completed other math and writing projects based on 100. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153010 Tue, 03 Mar 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153010 Tuesday, March 3 - ALL EVENING Activities Are Cancelled Due to anticipated poor weather conditions later today, all evening activities are cancelled. All afternoon activities, including SACC, will run as scheduled. The Mark Woods Velocity Tour concert at Ward Melville High School is postponed to Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at 7:00 pm. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153640 Tue, 03 Mar 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153640 Learning from Broadway Greats Talented student-musicians and actors from Ward Melville High School and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School had the chance to meet and interact with Broadway performers during two separate visits to New York City. Ward Melville students had the chance to experience the highly acclaimed musical “Beautiful” thanks to an ongoing partnership with recent alumni. During their visit, 43 sophomores from the school’s Women’s Choral Ensemble not only had the chance see the Carole King-inspired musical, but they learned about music and fashion history from the 1950s to 1970s. After watching the performance, the stage manager and six cast members conducted a very informative and honest question-and-answer session about theater, their careers and love of the art. To learn about the intricate chorography involved with stage productions, members of the Gelinas ninth-grade chorus, band and orchestra attended a Broadway Stage Combat Workshop. There, they learned from Broadway fight choreographers how stage combat works during a live performance. They had a question-and-answer session with one of the ensemble members of Disney’s “Aladdin.” The event reinforced a concept taught within the Gelinas annual musical – that every actor needs to have a history. This was followed up with lunch at Planet Hollywood and finally a performance of Disney’s “Aladdin” on Broadway. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153004 Mon, 02 Mar 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153004 **** Important Weather Information for Monday 3/2/15: 2 hour Delayed Opening **** Emergency SchoolInformation: Due to the inclement weather, a 2-hour delayed opening will be conducted district wide. All schools will open 2 hours later than the regular time. All students should be at their usual bus stop exactly 2 hours later. The morning SACC program and all before-school programs are cancelled. Dismissals for all schools will be at their normal times. Staff should report one-half hour before the start of school, with the exception of custodial and food service workers. Custodial and food service workers should report at their regularly scheduled time. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153009 Sun, 01 Mar 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153009 Opening Doors to Creativity Outstanding written pieces created by R.C. Murphy Junior High School and Ward Melville High School students garnered recognition at this year’s Regional Scholastic Art and Writing Awards Competition. Sixteen students were honored in the contest, and four, who received the highest honor of being named Gold Key winners, will now have their submissions judged at the national level. Ward Melville High School senior Erika Riley received a Gold Key for her short story “Bad Ideas”; senior John Raney received a Gold Key for his poems “Poet’s Fire,” “Seeds,” “The Great Beast,” “Bookworm” and “On the Wings of a Letter”; and junior Eleni Aneziris received a Gold Key for her poems “To Dust” and “The View from the Couch in the Far Left Corner.” R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-grader Cameron Liquori won a Gold Key for her short story “Hero.” Gold Key winners are recognized as the top 1 to 2 percent of all participants in the Northeast region. Their writing will be forwarded to the national level, where it will be considered for a Gold Medal. National medalists will be announced in mid-March. The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards is one of the nation's largest, longest-running, most prestigious literary arts programs that honors students in grades 7-12 for their original works. Congratulations to the following honorees: Ward Melville High School Eleni Aneziris: Gold Key in Poetry; four honorable mentions in Poetry; one honorable mention in Memoir Amanda Liu: Silver Key in Poetry Sachin Patnaik: Silver Key and honorable mention in Poetry John Raney: Gold Key in Poetry, Silver Key in Writing Portfolio; honorable mentions in Poetry (two), Flash Fiction (two) and Writing Portfolio (one) Erika Riley: Gold Key in Short Story; honorable mention in Flash Fiction, Writing Portfolio and Poetry R.C. Murphy Junior High School Samarah Ahmed: Honorable mention Maddy Avni: Silver Key Justin Diamond: Silver Key Ivy Guan: Honorable mention Julia Hu: Honorable mention Noor Kamal: Honorable mention Cameron Liquori: Gold Key in Short Story Serena Liu: Honorable mention Ilsa Shahzadi: Honorable mention Emily Toth: Honorable mention Amy Xie: Silver Key http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153000 Fri, 27 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153000 Celebrating Shining Behaviors As part of the school’s PBIS program, R.C. Murphy Junior High School students and staff members are celebrating positive and character-building behaviors this February through their “Let Your Heart Shine” campaign. Roughly 200 positive quotes have been displayed on pink papers throughout the building and via a PowerPoint in the library. Members of the SHARP club also created a display outside the library with teachers’ responses to how they let their hearts shine. In turn, students had a chance to write how they let their hearts shine on banners set up in the cafeteria. To recognize those exemplifying positive behaviors, students “caught” letting their hearts shine will be recognized by their teachers, have their names displayed in a showcase, and be entered into a drawing to win gift certificates to the school store. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152999 Thu, 26 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152999 Pennies Add Up Thousands of pennies flooded into P.J. Gelinas Junior High School this winter for the school’s spirited Penny Wars competition. During the weeklong drive, coordinated by seventh-grader Sophia Adams, students and staff members donated pennies during their homeroom periods to benefit the Setauket-based organization Room 4 Love. As added excitement, students could deposit quarters in another class’s jar to lower that homeroom’s final tally and, at the same time, increase the overall donation, which ended up totaling more than $800. Christian Alessi’s homeroom was rewarded with tasty treats from Crazy Crepes for winning the contest. “I coordinated this initiative as part of my Bat Mitzvah project as a way to help the community,” said Sophia. “It was amazing, and I am very impressed with how many donations we received. My brother conducted a similar project several years ago, and I’m happy that my cause received as much support as his.” Room 4 Love was established in 2012 by district students Maggie and Bella Diehl with the help of their parents. The group works with another local organization, Friends of Karen, to provide bedroom makeovers for local children with cancer and their families. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152998 Wed, 25 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152998 Sharing Cultures As part of their social studies course, John Strub’s ninth-grade classes at R.C. Murphy Junior High School are sharing a bit of their culture with peers through an alternative learning project. In lieu of one quarterly journaling entry, global history and Advanced Placement World History classes have the chance to help their peers make connections to their ethnicity or culture through song, dance or performance art. Most recently, students performed traditional Spanish and Hindi songs, played a French concerto on the cello, and shared a song and peasant dance native to Crete in Greece. “The project enables the students to experience these regions beyond the academic component and gives opportunity for them to obtain a well-rounded picture of the country,” said Mr. Strub. “It is an enrichment to their classroom study and shows how ethnicity and culture can be expressed in many ways, and that there is a commonality in shared human traditions that comes across in arts and culture.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152997 Tue, 24 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152997 Exploring the States http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152993 Mon, 23 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152993 Sweeping Invitational Tournaments The award-winning Science Olympiad program at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School got a jump start on this year’s competition season by taking part in two invitational tournaments in separate states on the same day this February. Two teams took part in the Rustin Invitational Tournament in West Chester, Pennsylvania, while two other teams participated in the Westport Invitational Tournament in Westport, Connecticut. At Rustin, Gelinas teams placed first and sixth out of 48 teams from Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Virginia and Delaware. Each team of 15 students competed in 25 events. The Gelinas varsity team won medals or ribbons in 16 events, including eight first-place, two second-place, two third-place and one sixth-place medals. The JV team also won medals or ribbons in 16 events, including three second-place, three third-place, one fourth-place, one fifth-place and three sixth-place medals. At Westport, Gelinas placed fifth and seventh out of 21 teams. These teams were led by some experienced team members, but mostly composed of seventh- and eighth-graders competing for the first time. The Gelinas A Team placed fifth and won four first-place and one second-place medals. The Gelinas B Team placed seventh and won four first-place, one second-place and three third-place medals. The purpose of these invitational tournaments is to help the teams prepare for the competition season. Gelinas will now form three teams to compete in the Eastern Long Island Regional (Suffolk County) tournament on Feb. 28 at Candlewood Middle School in Half Hollow Hills. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153003 Mon, 23 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153003 Student-Musician Performs with MYO As a result of a challenging audition process, Ward Melville High School junior and talented student-musician Constance Mulford has been selected as a feature artist for the Metropolitan Youth Orchestra of New York. She will join the members of the MYO Horn Quartet during two recitals this March. The group will hold a free performance at St. Mark’s Church in Islip on Sunday, March 1 at 3 p.m. The recital will feature works by F. Strauss, Geliere, Mozart, Liszt, Vaughan Williams, and the first movement of Robert Schumann’s “Konzertstuck for Four Horns.” This recital will serve as a preview for the quartet’s debut as featured artists at the Metropolitan Youth Orchestra of New York Suffolk Principal Orchestra’s winter concert, to be held on March 22 at the Staller Center for the Performing Arts at Stony Brook University. The orchestra will perform under the leadership of retired Three Village orchestra teacher Phil Preddice. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153002 Fri, 20 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153002 WMHS SHARP Club presents Three Village Has Talent - Thursday, Feb. 26 Ward Melville High School, Paul J Gelinas JHS, Robert C Murphy JHS, Nassakeag ES, and Mount ES staff members have volunteered to show off their "talent" for a great cause. WMHS graduate, Mackenzie McCormick Wardrope (Class of 1999) has a beautiful baby girl who is in need of our help. Questions or additional information? e-mail acusuman@3villagecsd.org Thursday, February 26th in the WMHS Auditorium at 7PM for some entertainment and a lot of laughs. Tickets are $10 at the door. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153005 Fri, 20 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153005 Spreading Smiles to Seniors R.C. Murphy Junior High Schools Foreign Language Honor Society visited the Atria Senior Living facility to deliver roses and cards for Valentine’s Day. During the trip, the students met with residents and spent time with them during dinner. The FLHS is advised by teachers Emiliano Geoninatti and Kerri Golini. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153001 Thu, 19 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false153001 Creating Mosaic Masterpiece P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh- through ninth-grade students in Victoria Santiago’s, Jenna Perotti’s and Rob Fenster’s classes created a beautiful mosaic for the guidance department with the help of art teacher Christopher Esser. Using upcycled materials, the students worked collaboratively to create a spring-themed piece for the lobby. The completed piece was revealed during an unveiling ceremony attended by teachers and administrators. As the project promoted teamwork, collaboration and creativity, the school plans to afford students the chance to create a new piece for the area each year and rotate the display of previous pieces to different areas of the building. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152996 Wed, 18 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152996 Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2015 - 2 Hour Delayed Opening http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152994 Tue, 17 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152994 Joining Together in Music http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152992 Fri, 13 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152992 The Reporter - Winter 2015 Newsletter Now Available! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152991 Fri, 13 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152991 Three Master Teachers As the result of a challenging application process, district educators Pam O’Brien, Peter Schuchman and Gary Vorwald have been named New York State Master Teachers. These three teachers bring Three Village’s total Master Teachers to five, the second highest number on Long Island. The Master Teacher program encourages educators to mentor their peers and deepen their own scholastic and professional development. They will join a network of more than 500 outstanding educators who demonstrate a deep understanding of their content area, pedagogy and communities. Ms. O’Brien has been teaching for 26 years, the last 14 of which have been at Ward Melville High School. During her time in the district, she has taught a range of courses, but most recently the majority of her schedule has been Advanced Placement Statistics. “I am excited about the Master Teacher program and I am looking forward to learning lots of new things and getting the opportunity to collaborate with other teachers,” she said. Mr. Schuchman has taught for 12 years at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School and has a total of 13 years of educational experience. At Gelinas, he teaches Regents/honors-level earth science and the Earth SMART course. Of the honor, he said, “I am looking forward to being an integral part of a professional learning community of fellow Master Teacher educators who are focused and motivated to be both pioneers and proponents of well-developed, comprehensive STEM field education.” He added, “The Master Teacher program will afford me another avenue to collaborate with similarly minded teachers around the area and across the state. Additionally, it will allow me to expand the instructional opportunities for my students and colleagues by engaging with this new network of educators and then bringing the information back to my own school.” Mr. Vorwald has taught in the district since 1998 and has been an educator for 28 years. During his time in Three Village, he has taught nearly every science course offered at P.J. Gelinas, and is the school’s current department chairperson and lead coach of its award-winning Science Olympiad team. “This award is quite prestigious, and I am looking forward to meeting with other Master Teachers to help get ideas that could enhance my own knowledge as well as teaching strategies,” he said. “I have always been involved at a professional level working with teachers, and I look forward to helping colleagues in the field enhance their instructional techniques.” For the prestigious honor, the teachers were required to demonstrate their success in the classroom and model teaching practices. They had to provide transcripts and recommendation letters and complete a teaching demonstration, writing sample, personal essay and interview. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152990 Thu, 12 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152990 Frozen Tundra of Learning As a conclusion to their study of the Arctic, Nassakeag Elementary School kindergarten students participated in a hands-on learning activity with the help of their classroom buddies. The Arctic Adventure, which has become a staple in the grade-level’s curriculum over the last several years, provides students with the chance to strengthen their understanding of the animals, environment, people and traditions of the Arctic. In a classroom transformed into a frozen tundra, students visited seven education stations. They took part in activities such as ice fishing, sculpting animals with clay and feeling “blubber.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152987 Wed, 11 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152987 Our Parent and Community Advocates page has been updated!! Click Here to Read More http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152989 Wed, 11 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152989 LI Champ & National Contender P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grader Sahil Sangwan is headed to the SCRIPP’s National Spelling Bee after being crowned the winner of this year’s Hofstra Regional Spelling Bee. Sahil outspelled the approximate 115 participants at this year’s regional contest, who spanned grades four to eight. Each had qualified for the event by winning their school’s spelling bee. The regional contest went 10 rounds and was noted to be one of the most competitive in recent history. Sahil will now compete against approximately 300 students from around the country at the national contest this May. The broadcast will be televised on ESPN. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152986 Tue, 10 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152986 Mid Year Report Cards for Grades 7-12 Are Now Viewable in the Portal http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152988 Tue, 10 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152988 Microsoft Office Now Available to Students for Free Three Village Central School District is excited to announce the Microsoft Student Advantage program. Due to an existing enterprise agreement with Microsoft, students are now able to download and install Microsoft Office desktop applications on their home computers and/or devices for FREE! Please read this information thoroughly for specifications and directions. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152977 Mon, 09 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152977 A ‘Soup-er’ Sized Fundraiser W.S. Mount Elementary School students and staff combined their love of football with their desire to help others by participating in a two-week “Soup-er Bowl” food drive for local food pantries. During the event, which was coordinated by the site-based management team and several sixth-grade students, the Mount community collected hundreds of non-perishable food items. In the spirit of competition, the donors used their contributions to vote for the team they thought would win this year’s Super Bowl by placing the items on tables decorated with each team’s name. To increase participation in the drive, Principal Kathryn White and Assistant to the Principal Brian McCarthy each supported one of the competitors and vowed to donate an additional 100 items if their team lost. Unlike the actual Super Bowl game, Mr. McCarthy’s Seahawks edged out Mrs. White’s Patriots with a final of 297 to 254 donations, respectively. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152985 Mon, 09 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152985 All District Elementary Music Festival is Rescheduled to Thursday, Feb. 12 Due to inclement weather, the All-District Elementary Music Festival scheduled for this evening, Monday, February 9th has been rescheduled to: Thursday, February 12th. The time and place remain the same, 7:30 pm at Ward Melville HS. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152982 Mon, 09 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152982 Monday, Feb. 9, 2015 - Modified Early Dismissal In anticipation of poor weather conditions this afternoon and to give the buses more time to complete their routes, we will follow the modified early dismissal times below: Ward Melville & Academy - 12:30 pm PG Gelinas & RC Murphy - 1:30 pm Minnesauke & Nassakeag - 2:15 pm Arrowhead, Setauket, WS Mount - 3:00 pm All afternoon and evening activities are cancelled. There will be no afternoon SACC. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152983 Mon, 09 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152983 Reminder: Three Village SAGE Will Meet on Thursday, Feb. 12, 7:00 pm, Mount http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152984 Sat, 07 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152984 Showcasing Kindness As part of the district’s character education program, students and staff members regularly engage in positive learning opportunities and events. This January, Arrowhead Elementary School focused on the importance of standing up to bullying and promoting kindness during a series of events. With the help of talented actors from Theater Three, the students learned how to stand up to bullying during two in-school productions. “Class Dismissed: The Bullying Project,” which was viewed by the fourth- through sixth-graders, focused on acts of bullying within a school setting and via social media. “Stand Up, Stand Out,” which was shown to the kindergarten through third-graders and involved live actors and puppets, put a twist on familiar fairytales and addressed how the characters dealt with bullying. During the week of the Great Kindness Challenge, students and staff members dressed according to different theme days and completed as many acts of kindness as possible. These included taking part in activities at kindness stations in the cafeteria and working with social worker Judy Forgione to create outdoor “kindness rocks,” which included each student’s thumbprint symbolizing their commitment to the cause. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152980 Fri, 06 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152980 A Learning Touchdown http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152979 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152979 Board of Education Meeting Presentation on February 11, 2015 At the February 11, 2015 Board of Education meeting there will be a Special Education presentation given by Rich Pulaski. All are welcome to attend. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152981 Wed, 04 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152981 Spring 2015 Continuing Education Brochure Please click here to view the Spring 2015 brochure. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152976 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152976 All-Eastern Musician Ward Melville High School senior Jake Vincel was selected to perform as a violinist with the symphony orchestra, an All-National Honor Ensemble, at the NAfME Eastern Division Music Conference in Providence, Rhode Island, this April. He was selected for this honor based on a rigorous application process, which factored in his performance at the All-State Festival of the NYSSMA Winter Conference and the NYSSMA solo evaluation festival. “It was surreal when I heard the news,” said Jake. “I was having a bad day at the time, so hearing that I had been selected as a violinist gave me a huge confidence boost. I am looking forward to practicing the repertoire of music and meeting other violinists at the conference.” Jake aspires to study music performance in college. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152973 Mon, 02 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152973 Community Swim Registration Will Be Held on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2015 TVCSD Community Swim registration has been postponeduntil tomorrow,February 3, 2015. Times and location are as previously scheduled. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152975 Mon, 02 Feb 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152975 Winter Musical Performances Ward Melville High School’s concert band, jazz ensemble II, symphonic band, wind ensemble and jazz ensemble performed in front of family and friends during this year’s late January winter concert. For pictures from the performances, please view the slideshow below. Photos courtesy of Greg Catalano. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152972 Fri, 30 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152972 One for the Record Books Ward Melville High School track stars Tyler Francisco, Peter Hsu, Ryan Jacobson and Jimmy LaGuerre set a new school record. Competing in the 4x400 meter relay at the Millrose trials in New York City, the seniors edged out the previous record by 51 seconds with their 3:29.33 finish. Additionally, with this time, the team qualified for the Millrose Games as one of the fastest relay teams on Long Island. This year marks the 108th running of the NYRR Millrose Games. It will place on Saturday, Feb. 14, at the Armory in New York City and will feature the nation’s best high school and collegiate athletes, as well as the world’s biggest names in professional track and field. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152971 Thu, 29 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152971 Becoming a Published Author Original works of poetry are the basis for a new published book created by Ward Melville High School sophomore Isabelle Scott. The literary savant’s book of poetry, “Isabelle’s Muse: Poems of a Grade School Scholar,” hit stores this winter and is now available in hard cover, paperback and eBook formats from a number of sources worldwide. It features of compilation of her original work from grades three through seven and, according to her website, offers “readers a look into the genius of a young mind who expresses her gifts through verse.” In addition to this accolade, Isabelle has accrued a number of literary awards in recent years. She is a two-time winner of the Walt Whitman Young Poets Award and was a regional spelling bee champion, representing Long Island at the national contest. A self-described art and literary enthusiast, Isabelle is now working on her second book, a compilation of short stories. The district’s Board of Education recently commended Isabelle for her publishing credits during its late January meeting. In turn, Isabelle presented each member with a signed copy of “Isabelle’s Muse.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155462 Tue, 27 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155462 Junior Pens Winning Poem Ward Melville High School junior Erika Riley has been awarded an honorable mention in the Leonard Milberg Secondary School Poetry competition of Princeton University. The poetry faculty of the creative writing program writing read hundreds of entries and recognized Erika’s poem, “I’m Not Mad, But,” as a top 20 entry. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155457 Mon, 26 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155457 Stepping Back to Colonial Times http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152970 Mon, 26 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152970 WEATHER UPDATE - Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2015 - SCHOOLS CLOSED DUE TO THE LARGE AMOUNT OF SNOWFALL, THREE VILLAGE SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2015. WMHS Students - Please refer to this testing schedule for Thursday and Friday. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152969 Mon, 26 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false152969 Leaving their Mark Nassakeag Elementary School students recently participated in a cross-curriculum mural art project with the help of retired art teacher Frank Marangiello. Classroom teachers worked with art teachers to complete a portion of their grade level’s unique mural. The completed pieces will be displayed in the school’s auditorium. The project was made possible by the PTA. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155461 Fri, 23 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155461 Solar Power Presentation from the January 21, 2015 Board of Education Meeting Click for Solar Power Presentation given by Johnson Controls http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155449 Fri, 23 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155449 Saturday, Jan. 24 - School District is Open - ALL Activities Will Run as Scheduled http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155460 Fri, 23 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155460 Artist Draws Top Prizes in National Contest Original photography taken by Ward Melville High School junior Grace Zhang has earned top honors at the Fall Photo Contest with ATPI, the Association of Texas Photography Instructors. Each of the five photos Grace entered placed or received honorable mention in the national contest, which drew 6,807 entries from 83 schools. Grace’s entries will be showcased in the Winner's Gallery on ATPI’s website by the end of the year. Below are the honors she received: 1st place, Beginning - Middle School Formal Studio Portrait - "Flour Hour" 2nd place, Beginning - Middle School Formal Studio Portrait - "Bodies" 3rd place, Beginning - Middle School Nature - "00mfa Yog" Honorable Mention, Beginning - Middle School Nature - "Rock" Honorable Mention, Beginning - Middle School Informal Environmental Portrait - "Limbs” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155456 Thu, 22 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155456 Spring Community Swim Program Registration - Monday, February 2, 2015 Spring Community Swim registration will be held on Monday, February 2, 2015. Click here for specific program information and registration form. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155459 Thu, 22 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155459 A Love of Languages http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155458 Wed, 21 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155458 Exploring High-Level Science Topics As the result of their performance on the qualifying exam, Ward Melville High School junior Roshan Patel, sophomore Kavya Tangella and senior Yongqi Zhu are getting the experience of a lifetime as they participate in the Columbia University Science Honors Program. The students were accepted earlier this year to the coveted enrichment program, which takes only 380 students from a pool of more than 1,800 candidates. They have been enrolled in one course per semester in the various science departments. For the first semester, Roshan completed a computer science program, Kavya a genetics and biodiversity conservation course, and Yongqi a biochemistry program. The students will be afforded the chance to enroll in future courses during their high school careers. The qualifying exam tested their knowledge on higher-level mathematics and science topics. According to the program, the average applicant who was granted admission to the SHP did better than 98 percent of a national sample of college freshmen who took the same test in science and mathematics. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155455 Wed, 21 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155455 Wrapped Up in Studies As part of their studies on ancient Egypt, Nassakeag Elementary School sixth-graders participated in a hands-on workshop with the Long Island Science Center. During the mummy program, the students deepened their understanding about the ancient process of embalming and the cultural significance of mummification. They also learned about amulets, sarcophagi, canopic jars and pyramid building. At the end of the program, the students had the chance to make their very own mummy using commonly found items. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155453 Tue, 20 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155453 Praise for Student Publication The Ward Melville High School literary magazine, Cinnabar, advised by Lisa Rochford, was awarded first place with special merit by the American Scholastic Press Association, the highest award offered by the organization. In addition, Sabrina Cohn won a special award for “Sacco Cubism” in the Best Mixed Media Art category. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155454 Tue, 20 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155454 Winners On and Off the Field All 12 Ward Melville High School varsity fall sports teams have received the Scholar/Athlete Team Award from the New York State Public High School Athletic Association. This honor is presented to teams who possess a cumulative GPA of 90 percent or higher. Congratulations to the following teams that demonstrated a strong commitment to their sports and academics. Team Coach Average Girls Cross-Country Tom Youngs 97.787 Girls Swimming Chris Gordon 96.903 Boys Cross-Country Greggory Cantwell 96.863 Field Hockey Shannon Watson 96.658 Girls Tennis Erick Sussin 96.656 Girls Volleyball Charlie Fernandes 96.439 Gymnastics Caryl Crasa 95.386 Girls Soccer John Diehl 95.319 Boys Volleyball Chris Holden 94.517 Football Chris Boltrek 94.321 Boys Soccer Jon Stecker 94.298 Boys Golf Bob Spira 93.657 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155452 Mon, 19 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155452 Lapping the Competition Ward Melville High School junior Casey Gavigan has excelled in a way that only a few elite athletes have; she has been named New York State champion in swimming and has helped her team win the Suffolk County Championship title for the 23rd consecutive year. During the course of the season, Casey broke the school record for the 100-yard backstroke and had a personal best time in the county and state qualifiers, which earned her the opportunity to compete at the New York State Championship and USA Swimming’s Junior Nationals. Casey entered the state championship, ranked fourth in the state, and went on to win first place in the 100-yard backstroke, making her a two-time state champion. Last year, Casey was a member of the school’s 200-medley relay New York State Champion team. “This outstanding accomplishment has been achieved through the hard work and dedication to her sport that Casey has displayed over the years,” said Erin Blaney, executive director of health, physical education, recreation and athletics. “The amount of time, effort, talent and commitment that is necessary to qualify and win at this level of competition is unimaginable.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155451 Fri, 16 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155451 Top Speller Bound for Regionals After correctly spelling “diabolical,” P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grader Sahil Sangwan won a bid to compete at the Long Island Spelling Bee at Hofstra University in February. During the event, Sahil went head to head with 19 other Gelinas seventh- and eighth-graderswho won their classroom bees to qualify for the schoolwide contest. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155450 Wed, 14 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155450 Winning Speller R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grader Samarah Ahmed was named this year’s top speller during the school’s annual spelling bee championship. After seven challenging rounds and correctly spelling “sheathing,” Samarah was crowned the winner. She will represent the school and district at the Long Island Spelling Bee at Hofstra University in February. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155447 Fri, 09 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155447 Speller Heads to LI Bee Setauket Elementary School fourth- through sixth-grade students showcased their spelling talents during this year’s spelling bee. After 11 challenging rounds and correctly spelling “centenary,” fifth-grader Ryan Himmelsbach was named the school winner. Ryan will now compete against other school winners from across the region in the Long Island Spelling Bee at Hofstra University. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155446 Thu, 08 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155446 Intel Recognizes Seniors Ward Melville High School seniors Jessica Ju and Eric Edward Wang have been named semifinalists in the 2015 Intel Science Talent Search, the nation’s most prestigious pre-college science competition. Only 300 students nationwide received this honor. For her project, “Using Python to Apply Phonological Rules for the Transcription of Korean,” Jessica worked under the leadership of mentor Dr. Jiwon Yun in the Department of Linguistics at Stony Brook University. She developed computer software to accurately translate Korean symbols into textual language. This approach can be used with other languages as well, providing universal translators. Eric’s project, “A Novel Approach to Water Desalination: Reverse Osmosis by Fabrication of Graphene Oxide Membranes” was completed under the guidance of mentor Dr. Hongyang Ma in the Department of Chemistry at Stony Brook University. Eric devised a graphene nanofilter to purify sea water for drinking. The project was inspired by Eric’s concern for the future availability of fresh drinking water on Long Island. As semifinalists, the students will each receive $1,000 from Intel with an additional $1,000 going to Ward Melville to continue to provide the opportunities and resources students need to become America’s next inventors and change-makers. “It is gratifying these intelligent, motivated researchers have been recognized for their work at such an early stage in their careers,” said Dr. George Baldo, the district’s InSTAR science research director. “Their achievements will not only encourage them to continue in scientific research, but also inspire other students. The students’ mentors deserve special recognition for accepting them into the laboratory and guiding them in their work.” Later this month, Jessica and Eric will find out if they are named one of 40 finalists who will be invited to Washington, D.C., in March to participate in the final judging, display their work to the public, meet with notable scientists and compete for three top awards of $150,000 each. “It is always rewarding to see students work hard and be recognized for their achievements,” said Principal Dr. Alan Baum. “ Being an Intel Semifinalist is certainly an incredible accomplishment for these two young scholars. Kudos to them and to their teachers and mentors for helping them reach this level of achievement. I wish them both luck as they continue on in the competition.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155448 Wed, 07 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155448 Voting on a New Look Minnesauke Elementary School students had the chance to experience the democratic process firsthand when they voted on a new design for their S.T.A.R.S. T-shirts. The school’s sixth-graders created various designs that promoted and showcased the different components of the character education program. The winning design was “Keep Calm We Are S.T.A.R.S.” created by Nicholas Belvedere, Christopher Heaney and Jake Rider. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155437 Tue, 06 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155437 Letter Regarding Inappropriate Apps http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155440 Mon, 05 Jan 2015 21:00:00 GMT false155440 Alumni Share Experiences The high school’s juniors and seniors learned about college life when more than 50 Ward Melville graduates visited them as part of the annual Alumni Day. The alumni spoke about what drew them to their current school, campus and dorm life, debunked a few common misconceptions, and offered advice on how to make the most out of the college experience. This year’s presenters represented 39 colleges spanning more than 25 states. As a new addition, two recent college graduates spoke about what helped them land jobs at two top financial firms. “We are extremely fortunate to have such caring alumni who look forward to this event each year,” said school guidance counselor and event coordinator Jennifer Sheppard. “The benefits of hearing the expectations of college life and the alumni’s stories have a great impact on our students, as the information is coming from their peers. Each year we get a new group of alumni who wish to attend, as well as those who have presented in the past. ” To add to the spirit of the day, Ward Melville faculty and staff wore spirit wear from their alma mater. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155443 Mon, 05 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155443 Minnesauke Mitten Tree Minnesauke Elementary School fifth-graders in Sean Dowling’s class joined together with the first-graders in Gina Breunig’s class to collect more than $200 for a worthy cause this winter. After reading and discussing the book “The Mitten Tree,” the students took note of acts of selfless giving and how giving to others makes them feel. Working to emulate the book’s main character, Sarah, the students helped raise funds for others by completing household chores for donations. The monies collected were used to purchase gifts noted on four leaves on the Minnesauke giving tree. At the end of the project, the classroom teachers remarked that although the students will never know exactly who they helped, they certainly understand why they helped and experienced how great it feels to give. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155444 Mon, 05 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155444 Message to the Parents/Guardians of Arrowhead Elementary & WMHS http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155445 Mon, 05 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155445 Board of Education Meeting Presentation on January 7, 2015 At the January 7, 2015 Board of Education meeting there will be a Music presentation given by Linda Contino, Anthony Pollera and Susan Aupperlee. All are welcome to attend. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155442 Thu, 01 Jan 2015 05:00:00 GMT false155442 Musicians Help Ring in the Holidays Student-musicians from throughout the district lent their talents and voices to a number of holiday celebrations in December. Arrowhead Elementary School’s advanced band, W.S. Mount Elementary School’s wind ensemble and the P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Vocal Vikings performed at the Stony Brook tree lighting ceremony. The annual Setauket Electric Light Parade featured performances by the Ward Melville High School marching band and Ward Melville’s jazz band II. Additionally, R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s chamber choir and chamber orchestra performed holiday songs for the residents at the Stony Brook Veterans Home and Atria assisted living facility. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155439 Tue, 23 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155439 Holiday Floor Wars The spirit of the holidays was combined with the spirit of competition as P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students competed in a “Floor Wars” holiday toy drive. Pitting the first-floor homerooms against the second, students worked to see which floor could collect the most donations during the multi-week drive. The hundreds of new toys were delivered to the Town of Brookhaven’s Toys for Kids Drive just before the holiday break. This year’s Floor Wars collected more than 200 toys and the second floor was named the winner. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155441 Mon, 22 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155441 Filling Holidays with Donations The overwhelming generosity of the district’s students, families and staff was abundant this winter as each building worked to complete various community service projects. During the annual stuff-a-bus project, coordinated by R.C. Murphy Junior High School, hundreds of gently used toys were collected and donated to the Gerald Ryan Outreach Center in Wyandanch before the holiday break. Keeping with tradition, the event was supported by Minnesauke and Arrowhead elementary schools, as well as W.S. Mount Elementary School. The Gerald Ryan Outreach Center serves one of the largest, neediest populations on Long Island. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155438 Fri, 19 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155438 Seniors Earn County Awards Ward Melville High School seniors Sabrina Ferretti and Nick Piccininni were presented with the 2014 Suffolk Zone Award by the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance. Each year, every high school in Suffolk County recognizes its top male and female physical education students based on the following criteria: physical education achievement, scholastic achievement, outstanding character, physical education class leadership, schoolwide and/or community leadership, and positive role modeling. This fall, Nick will be attending Oklahoma State University, where he will continue his impressive wrestling career. Sabrina aspires to go into the medical field following graduation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155436 Thu, 18 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155436 Vocal Vikings Earn Top Award P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s talented Vocal Vikings performance group has earned national recognition for their high scores at the 2014 Music in the Parks competition. During the event, which took place in the spring at Hershey Park in Pennsylvania, the group received a perfect score and the award for Best Overall Junior High Choir. This December, the group was presented with the Overall Sweepstakes Award, which is given to the ensembles in each category who earn the highest scores for the entire season of the Music in the Parks competition. The district congratulates vocal director Robert DePersio and the Gelinas student-musicians on this outstanding achievement. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155435 Wed, 17 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155435 'Stirring' Up Holiday Cheer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155431 Tue, 16 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155431 Spelling Champion After winning their classroom contests, 28 top spellers in grades 4-6 at W.S. Mount Elementary School vied for the title of school champion in a schoolwide spelling bee this December. The students went head-to-head spelling words of various origins and timeframes before an audience of peers and family members. After 10 challenging rounds, sixth-grader George Kuhen was named the winner after correctly spelling “noctambulist.” He will now compete in the Long Island Regional Spelling Bee at Hofstra University, along with other Three Village champions and winners from other regional bees. This year’s Mount runner-up was sixth-grader Libby Star. Fifth-grader Sam Gitelson came in third place. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155434 Mon, 15 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155434 CHANGE IN DATE for Grade 6 Puberty Education Orientation for All Elementary Schools - January 6, 2015 at 7:00 pm The Grade 6 Puberty Education Parent Orientation for All Elementary Schools @Minnesauke has been rescheduled from 1/26/15 at 7:30pm to 1/6/15 at 7:00pm. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155433 Mon, 15 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155433 Scooting into Safety Town http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155429 Fri, 12 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155429 Child Nutrition Board of Education Presentation 12/10/14 Click here for Child Nutrition Board of Education Presentation 12/10/14 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155430 Thu, 11 Dec 2014 16:00:00 GMT false155430 ‘Grease’ Is the Word Ward Melville High School underwent a 1950s makeover when the school’s talented student-actors took to the stage to perform this year’s musical, “Grease.” The comical show, portraying the lives of a group of 1950s high school students, transported audiences back in time as the student-actors navigated topics such as peer pressure, personal values and love. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155432 Thu, 11 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155432 Focused on Their Futures R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-grade students learned about a range of professions during this year’s career awareness fair. During the event, the students visited with some 53 presenters in 28 careers to discuss how they got started in the business and the type of training their profession required. The students then completed questionnaires detailing who they spoke with, what career they were in, whether or not they were interested in that career, and why. They also reflected on how the information they gained would help as they make choices about their futures. “It is so important for the students to have the opportunity to speak to professionals and gain an idea of the real world of work,” said Virginia Ferraro, one of the event’s coordinators. “We have a great group of professionals, and they are wonderful at speaking to the students.” Special thanks to the school’s PTO for donated bagels and tablecloths, and to the student volunteers who made muffins and breads for the presenters. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155428 Thu, 04 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155428 Pre-K Program - Open House Rescheduled, now on Sat. Jan. 31 - 10-11:30 a.m. Click here for more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155427 Wed, 03 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155427 ‘Steered’ Down the Right Path R.C. Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high school students and staff members continue to promote the importance of making positive life choices as part of the district’s character education program. As part of this initiative, students from both buildings recently attended a workshop with Michael DeLeon from Steered Straight, a drug awareness program. During the program, Mr. DeLeon and several local young adults spoke about their personal struggles and the impact their decisions had on their family and friends. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153730 Wed, 03 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153730 Board of Education Meeting Presentation on December 10, 2014 At the December 10, 2014 Board of Education meeting there will be a Child Nutrition presentation given by Jean Ecker. All are welcome to attend. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155426 Wed, 03 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155426 Wearing Denim, Supporting Soldiers R.C. Murphy Junior High School staff members had the chance to support those serving the nation by wearing jeans to school for a day. During the Jeans for Troops fundraiser, participating staff members made monetary donations to the GI Go Fund in exchange for dressing down to work. This event raised $300 for the charity, which works to help returning soldiers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153729 Tue, 02 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153729 Bookmarking a National Holiday Nassakeag Elementary School marked this year’s National Picture Book Month by coordinating a series of literacy-based projects. Wearing their favorite pajamas, students shared their favorite picture book with reading buddies, completed book reviews, crafted artistic book jacket covers and wrote reflective essays about different selections. To share their love of reading with others, the student council coordinated a picture book drive for local organizations. The effort generated hundreds of donations from students and staff members. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153728 Mon, 01 Dec 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153728 Raising Funds and Donations for Thanksgiving Setauket Elementary School’s student council coordinated a food drive and hosted two Thanksgiving sporting events to benefit local families. The drive and clinic fundraisers collected more than $1,250, which was used to purchase supermarket gift cards for families in the Setauket and Three Village communities. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155425 Thu, 27 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155425 Celebrating the First Thanksgiving W.S. Mount Elementary School first-grade classes helped family and friends get into the holiday spirit by performing a series of Thanksgiving-inspired plays this November. Each class focused on different aspects of the first Thanksgiving while integrating key facts about the day, including when it became a national holiday. Dressed in original costumes, the students led attendees through oral presentations and musical interludes before enjoying tasty feasts in their classrooms. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155424 Wed, 26 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155424 Athletes Commit to Colleges In a record year for Ward Melville High School Patriots, 28 seniors committed to compete on some of the nation’s premier athletic programs this fall. During a special ceremony at the school, proud family and friends surrounded the students as they put pen to paper and signed National Letters of Intent with Division I and II schools, while others committed to Division III institutions. “On behalf of the school district’s administrators, teachers and coaches, I commend these student-athletes on their athletic accomplishments, as they have committed to continue their athletic careers at some of the nation’s top colleges and universities,” said Erin Blaney, the district’s executive director for health, physical education, recreation and athletics. “The life of a student-athlete is extremely demanding, and these seniors have dedicated their time not only to their chosen sport but also scholastically to achieving in the classroom. They will always be a part of the Ward Melville Patriot family and we wish them success in all of their future endeavors.” The district congratulates the following students: http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153727 Tue, 25 Nov 2014 08:00:00 GMT false153727 Native American Experiences A giant tepee and multi-sensory stations blanketed the mini gym at W.S. Mount Elementary School as the kindergarten classes participated in a Native American village program. After completing a history lesson on the subject, the kindergarten classes experienced a typical day in the life of early Native Americans during the hands-on program. They created Native American outfits and rotated through seven learning stations, including a reading a story inside a giant tepee, hunting for buffalo, planting corn, making clay pots and gathering food. At the end of the program, each class enjoyed a delicious feast while surrounding the tepee. Within the classrooms, students completed a diverse number of learning activities. These included constructing model tepees and creating “all about” books on the Native Americans. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153726 Tue, 25 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153726 Teachers Sport Turkey Hats Two teachers at Ward Melville High School and R.C. Murphy Junior High School had the honor of wearing colorful turkey hats the day before this year’s Thanksgiving break as a result of the buildings’ widely successful food drives. Organized by the individual key clubs, students collected thousands of nonperishable food items for local pantries and placed their donations in boxes labeled with different teachers’ names. The teacher whose box received the least amount of items was named the “winner” and graciously donned the comical hat. As a result of their effort, Murphy collected more than 450 food items for the Our Daily Bread food pantry in Saint James, and Rocco Vetro wore the hat. Ward Melville received 4,750 donations, which were given to several local pantries; Ronald Muscarella wore the turkey hat. Ward Melville’s student government contributed to this year’s successful drive, and the building’s sunshine fund graciously donated gift cards for the receiving families. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155423 Tue, 25 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155423 Battle of the Cans Working according to grade level, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students and staff members teamed up to collect hundreds of nonperishable food items and combat local hunger. The annual Battle of the Cans event challenged students to collect the most number of donations for the Town of Brookhaven’s food drive to benefit local families in need. More than 600 cans were collected, and by a narrow margin of 10 items, the ninth-grade class was named the winner. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155422 Mon, 24 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false155422 A Thanksgiving Adventure http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153718 Mon, 24 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153718 Ward Melville HS Presents Grease Click here for flyer - GREASE December 11, 12, 13, 2014 - 7:30 pm Ward Melville Payforit.net is now CLOSED. Pleasecall 730-4357 or email lcontin2@3villagecsd.org for tickets. All tickets $20 general admission http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153731 Mon, 24 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153731 Pre-K Open House – Dec. 2 at 6:30 pm The district, in partnership with SCOPE, will launch a Pre-Kindergarten program at Nassakeag Elementary School in Sept. 2015. The community is invited to learn more about this program during an Open House event on Tuesday, Dec. 2 beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium at Nassakeag. Meeting topics will include the vision of what the program will offer the community, as well as give parents an opportunity to view a pre-kindergarten classroom. To learn more about this program, please view the following presentation: http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153725 Thu, 20 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153725 Promoting PRIDE Building upon past programs, Ward Melville High School students, faculty and staff focused on creating a culture filled with compassion, acceptance and awareness during this year’s Patriot PRIDE (Peace, Respect, Integrity, Dependability, Encouragement) Day. Keeping in line with the school’s PBIS program and New York State Dignity for All Students Act regulations, the program offered students many outlets to help create a culture of kindness. The event began with keynote speaker Shadrack Boakye, who focused on the struggle of humanity and spoke about his personal experiences. Students then had the chance to attend some 30 different thematic workshops with a variety of professionals. Presenters discussed topics such as the Holocaust, how to prevent harassment in college sports, tips for overcoming anxiety and stress, and animal cruelty. Hands-on workshops afforded students the chance to learn about the impact of a group by playing handheld African drums and fashioning 1,000 paper cranes as a symbol of peace. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153722 Wed, 19 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153722 Board of Education to Hold Special Meeting - November 19, 2014 6:00 PM in the Board Room http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153724 Wed, 19 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153724 Ithaca College Choral Composition Contest Images of Stars by Richard Ewer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153723 Tue, 18 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153723 Letters for Veterans In honor of Veterans Day, Arrowhead Elementary School’s Kindness and Compassion Club organized a letter-writing campaign to give thanks to those who served our country. Through the initiative, more than 190 letters were created and submitted to the Northport VA Medical Center. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153720 Mon, 17 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153720 Providing Comfort In recognition of Veterans Day, R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s SHARP Club gave thanks to those who served the country by organizing a creative project. Students wrote messages of thanks and hope on pieces of fabric. The completed squares were donated to Operation Quiet Comfort in Alabama and will be used to make quilts for troops overseas. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153721 Mon, 17 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153721 Students-Films Debut in NYC Three talented Ward Melville High School art students – Henry Da Costa, Rose Kelso and Jordan Pollak – were spotlighted on the national stage this fall as the original films they created were viewed during the All-American High School Film Festival at the AMC Theater in Times Square. The students’ films were selected from applicants from 17 countries and 48 states. As part of the festival, the entrants competed against a number of tough entrants, many of whom came from private arts high schools where students attend film, screen writing classes and other career-related classes each day all year long. In addition, many of the students from these private schools had raised upwards of $20,000 to produce their films. The students’ entries received high praise during the event and Henry’s film, “Hysteria” was nominated for best horror film. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153716 Sat, 15 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153716 Teaming Up With the Islanders With the help of the New York Islanders, Arrowhead Elementary School students focused on the importance of working together and remaining dedicated to their academics during a special assembly program this November. During the event, representatives from the Islanders and mascot Sparky the Dragon spoke about the importance of teamwork and how students, teachers and school staff members can work together to accomplish a goal. To further demonstrate this concept, several students were challenged to work in a group to try and dress in head-to-toe goalie gear, while a teacher worked to accomplish the task alone. The assembly also included a video of the current team members relaying what traits make a good teammate, the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle and remaining bully-free. At the end of the event, the students were encouraged to enter the team’s Blades for Grades program. This initiative rewards students who demonstrate increased academic performance with two tickets to an upcoming Islanders home game. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153715 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153715 Saturday Enrichment Brochure - Registration Extended to Tues., Nov. 18 Click here for the Brochure http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153707 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153707 Grades 7-12 Report Cards Now Viewable in the Portal First quarter report cards are available for viewing in the Campus Portal in the section called "Reports". http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153719 Thu, 13 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153719 Chamber Orchestra Performs Locally In preparation of their upcoming performance at the 2014 NYSSMA All-State Concert, the Ward Melville High School chamber orchestra will perform at the Greek Church of the Assumption on Wednesday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. This is a tremendous honor for the students, and the community is invited to attend. The church is located on Sheep Pasture Road in Port Jefferson. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153717 Wed, 12 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153717 Performing with Piano Legend Based on a comprehensive application process, eight students from across the district were selected to participate in the Lang Lang 101 Pianists Program at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts. The Lang Lang Foundation developed this program as an opportunity for young piano students to learn from and perform with international concert pianist Lang Lang for audiences around the world. Concerts have taken place in San Francisco, Washington, D.C., London, China, Berlin and Toronto. The Tilles Center proudly presented the New York debut of this awe-inspiring event in late October. The event featured Lang Lang and 100 gifted young piano students from throughout New York State. These students were selected through a rigorous application and audition process and were chosen among more than 200 applicants in New York State. Congratulations to the following honorees: Matthew Chen – W.S. Mount Elementary School Alicia Heintzelman – P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Karin Li – Ward Melville High School Ashwinaa Vaithianathan – W.S. Mount Elementary School David Wu – W.S. Mount Elementary School Karen Xie – R.C. Murphy Junior High School Kevin Xu – P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Claire Yang – W.S. Mount Elementary School http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153713 Wed, 12 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153713 Learning from a Broadway Star The mysteries of the Great White Way were the topic of conversation when one of Broadway’s rising stars, Giuseppe Bausilio, visited and conducted a dance and master class workshop at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School this fall. The teenage Broadway actor, who has starred in such shows as “Billy Elliot the Musical” and “Newsies,” shared his dancing expertise and experiences as a performer with more than 60 students and staff members. During the program, attendees were treated to a performance of “Electricity,” one of “Billy Elliot’s” most popular songs, and participated in a question-and-answer session before engaging in the dance workshop. The students were taught moves that they would eventually put together into a choreographed portion of one of the numbers from “Newsies.” “It was fun to hear stories of what it is like to work on and perform in a Broadway show,” said ninth-grader Meghan Forte. Added ninth-grader Megan Kuhnel of Bausilio, “He was so nice and open about his life, it made it easy for us to connect with him. We gained a greater respect for him and what he does because of that.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153712 Mon, 10 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153712 Monday, Nov 10 - 7:00 pm - Elementary Enrichment Update Please join Three Village SAGE for a presentation by Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services at Mount Elementary school auditorium for an update on the District's Enrichment Program. Click here for flyer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153714 Mon, 10 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153714 Penning a Winning Entry Based on her creativity and superior writing skills, Ward Melville High School student Emily Pashinsky was named the first-place winner of the Hofstra Celebration of Suburban Diversity 2014 student essay contest. The contest, which was sponsored by Bethpage Federal Credit Union, was developed in collaboration with the National Center for Suburban Studies at Hofstra University. Emily’s piece was reviewed by a panel of judges, who assessed her submission based on content, creativity and organization. The panel unanimously decided that her work best demonstrated knowledge and a keen interpretation of the diversity issues facing Long Island for future generations. Emily and her family will attend an awards banquet next month, where she will be presented with her scholarship. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153711 Fri, 07 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153711 Gelinas Play Focuses on Bullying P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s annual adolescent issues play focused on a prevalent topic facing today’s youth – bullying. The show, “Pickin’: A Bullying Story,” detailed the subject from several angles and perspectives: the bullies, the bullied and those who witness the behavior. Twenty-four students and five teachers performed in the show and told the story of a student who was bullied by peers and the tragic repercussions that ensued. A preview of the play was held during the school day for students in grades eight and nine. The community was invited to attend a free performance in the evening. This is the 12th year the school has produced a show of this nature. The school extends a special thank-you to Nancy Jenkins and Keri Rimmer for all of the hours of time and dedication they have committed to making the Gelinas theater arts program a success. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153710 Wed, 05 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153710 Board of Education Meeting Presentation on November 12, 2014 At the November 12, 2014 Board of Education meeting there will be a Pre-Kindergarten presentation given by Kristin Rimmer. All are welcome to attend. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153709 Wed, 05 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153709 Walking to Promote Healthy Living http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153708 Mon, 03 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153708 Garnering Support and Donations Minnesauke Elementary School’s character education program STARS encourages students and staff members to not only display positive behavioral choices, but also support those around them. In union with that mission, the school coordinated a number of philanthropic activities this fall for families in need, both locally and abroad. The annual pajama drive received dozens of donations from the school community. The new bedtime clothes were collected in conjunction with Scholastic’s Great Bedtime Story Pajama Drive. As part of the effort, the Pajama Program will provide new pajamas and books to children in need. The school’s student council organized a Soles for Souls drive in conjunction with Stride Right. Minnesauke families generously donated more than 500 pairs of shoes and boots to the effort, which benefited international communities in need. In concurrence with Making a Difference Day, and to ensure children across Long Island experience an enjoyable Halloween, the building also collected many bags of gently-used costumes for Little Flower and local families. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153705 Mon, 03 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153705 Donating to Island Harvest With the holiday season right around the corner, W.S. Mount Elementary School students and staff members teamed up with Cub Scout Troop 601 to raise funds and donations for Island Harvest, a food bank that assists individuals throughout Long Island. Through a schoolwide food drive, the building donated more than 2,300 pounds of food to the cause. To elicit extra support for the worthy cause, troop members shared information and statistics over the announcements each morning, and Principal Kathryn White pledged to reward the grade level that donated the most items with extra recess time. The winners were the third and fifth grades. In addition to the building drive, the Cub Scout troop collected more than $300 through a weeklong coin drive. “We hope this drive allowed the students to realize the large impact even a small donation can have and to continue to appreciate what they have,” said Cub Scout community service chair Faith Silverman. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153706 Mon, 03 Nov 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153706 Combating Childhood Obesity In celebration of National Food Day, Arrowhead Elementary School students and staff members focused on the importance of making healthy life choices through a series of events and activities. The entire school took a bite out of childhood obesity by sampling healthy snacks during the 2014 Big Apple Crunch Challenge. From carrots to fresh fruit, students and staff members enjoyed wholesome foods during snack and lunch times. Thanks to a donation from the American Association of Physicians of Indian Origin (AAPI), the school’s fourth- through sixth-graders received yellow T-shirts and pedometers. As part of AAPI’s Childhood Obesity Awareness Campaign, guest speaker Dr. Malhotra and his colleagues from Stony Brook University spoke with the students about how they can work to incorporate healthy meal choices into their daily routines. The group discussed what portion of a plate should be comprised of fruits and vegetables and the diseases that can stem from obesity. “Today is a day where our nation takes time to talk about eating healthier and taking care of their bodies,” said Principal Marisa Redden. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153704 Fri, 31 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153704 Assembly on Prevention The district takes a proactive approach to educating students about the importance of making positive life choices. Continuing with this mission, Ward Melville High School recently hosted a series of workshops on the dangers of substance abuse, in particular the heroin epidemic facing Long Island and the region. During daytime assemblies, students attended an “Under the Influence” program with Michael DeLeon, president of Steered Straight, and other staff. The awareness talk focused on underage drinking as well as the use and prevention of prescription medicine and heroin. A complementary program, called “An American Epidemic in Suffolk County – Solutions, Signs, Symptoms, Language and the Face of Addiction,” was hosted for families that evening. “I think it is important that we, as a community, keep our eyes and ears open and become better educated about the drug problem facing Long Island – we have to face this problem now before it impacts our children,” said Principal Dr. Alan Baum. “The more we are educated about the harmful impacts of drugs, and the more we discuss this issue with our children, the greater the chances are that we can stay ahead of it.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153703 Fri, 31 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153703 Giving Thanks to Volunteers In honor of School Board Recognition Week, the district took time during its Oct. 22 meeting to honor the seven community members, along with the Board’s student representative and the district clerk, who serve the school district. During the event, principals and students from each school honored their building’s representative with words of appreciation and presented them with small tokens of appreciation. “Our Board exemplifies an unwavering dedication to educating the whole child and supporting innovative programs and new initiatives that inspire and motivate learning at all levels,” said Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich. “They are the consummate volunteers; their efforts are altruistic, purposeful and meaningful. We are incredibly grateful for their support and the collective wisdom they bring to this often challenging and complex position.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153700 Thu, 30 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153700 Patriot Pride Soars Ward Melville High School Patriots scored a winning homecoming for the Three Village Central School District community when they triumphed over the competition under particularly sunny skies this October. The weekend’s activities began with a spirited pep rally and bonfire on Friday evening, followed by a widely attended carnival the following afternoon. Entertaining booths and displays created by representatives at each of the district’s schools and several high school organizations blanketed the backfield at Ward Melville. Carnival attractions included spirited games, face-painting stations, bounce houses and an obstacle course. Before the varsity football team took to the field, students from each of the district’s elementary schools proudly entered the stadium to display their submissions to this year’s banner contest. During halftime, Arrowhead Elementary School was announced as the winner of the competition. When the hometown Patriots took on a strong Bay Shore team, their weeks of preparation were evident. After a scoreless first quarter, Ward Melville scored 12 points and the lead to end the first half. The team ended the game with a 40-33 victory over their opponents. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153701 Thu, 30 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153701 Siemens Regional Finalist Ward Melville InSTAR senior Niyati Desai was named a regional finalist in the Siemens Competition for her study of graphene, a form of carbon, as the possible future technology to make smaller, more efficient integrated circuit chips and computer processors. Niyati’s work was performed at Stony Brook University under the guidance of professors Xu Du and Matthew Dawber and graduate student M. Humed Yusuf. Niyati will next present her research to the Siemens committee at Carnegie Mellon University on Nov. 21 and 22. As a finalist, she has won a $1,000 scholarship, and can win up to $100,000 at the national competition in December. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153702 Thu, 30 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153702 Ward Melville HS Track is Closed for Reconditioning The High School track is undergoing reconditioning and will be closed through the end of December. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153699 Mon, 27 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153699 Performing Nationally W.S. Mount Elementary School fourth-grader Ava Della Pietra will soon see her name in lights, as she has been cast in the national tour of Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas.” Ava will be appearing as Susan Waverly in the stageadaptation of the beloved classic film. In this dramatic role, she will perform a solo song and work with the entire cast to help tell the story of two showbiz buddies putting on a show in a picturesque Vermont inn, and finding their perfect mates in the bargain. The tour will be traveling to Peoria, Pittsburgh, Minneapolis, Cleveland, Boston and New Haven during the 2014 holiday season. Performing on the national stage is not something new to Ava, as she traveled to 27 cities in the role of Little Cosette in the 2013 national tour of “Les Miserables.” Ava studies with Michael Livering of the Performing Arts Studio in Port Jefferson. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153696 Mon, 27 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153696 Three Village Education Foundation's Annual Fundraiser - November 6, 2014 Last year's raffle winners took home a total of $20,450!! Only 500 tickets will be sold. Please see our website for more information about the Foundation, as well as, this year's 50/50 ticket information (online ticket purchase available via Paypal). Last year, the Foundation donated approximately $48,000 towards the purchase of new band uniforms. This year, our goal is to raise money to support the purchase of new helmets for the athletic department. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153698 Mon, 27 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153698 Promoting Kindness and Compassion The notion that every action can have a positive reaction was the basis of a recent character education program – Rachel’s Challenge – at Arrowhead Elementary School. For the past several years, the school has been integrating this national program with its character education program PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports). Both programs reward and praise students for exhibiting positive behaviors as a means of encouraging similar actions in the future. The assembly introduced students to the inspiration behind the program – Rachel Scott, a victim of the tragedy at Columbine High School in 1999 – and discussed how they can work to promote a culture of inclusion, acceptance and kindness. As a symbol of their commitment, students and staff members were invited to sign a banner in the days following the program. Throughout the year, students who are “caught” demonstrating acts of kindness are given a paper chain of kindness link, which bears their name and the behavior displayed. Teachers connect these links in a display throughout the building, and at the end of the year the links are all connected for a schoolwide celebration. A kindness and compassion calendar is also distributed each month for families to follow. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153695 Fri, 24 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153695 Bully No More The fall foliage was not the only thing turning orange this October, as R.C. Murphy Junior High School students and staff members joined together in the autumnal color to celebrate Unity Day. The event, hosted by the school’s PBIS committee in conjunction with National Bullying Prevention Month, symbolized the school’s commitment to increase awareness of bullying and connect the community with the school. During Murphy’s Bullying Prevention Week, students memorialized how they would end bullying and stand up for kindness on pieces of orange paper, listened to daily announcements on the topic and attended a workshop with renowned speaker Lee Cutler. The slips of paper were joined together to form a chain that was displayed outside the school’s library. Students and staff members also received orange bracelets, which were worn to promote kindness and tolerance. During his address, Mr. Cutler shared several personal stories and how these life events inspired him to think about the individual he wanted to be. He challenged students to think about how they would address similar situations, particularly ones dealing with civil and human rights as well as moments of peer pressure and personal ethics. Mr. Cutler conducted a similar program at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153697 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153697 High Praise for Student-Musicians Ward Melville High School student-musicians regularly impress audiences with their talents, and many were selected this fall to showcase their abilities as part of the 2014 All-County and All-State music festivals. As a result of their outstanding scores at the 2014 NYSSMA solo and ensemble festivals, 48 juniors and seniors were selected for the All-County Music Festival, and 29 were chosen as All-State participants or alternates at this year’s NYSSMA Winter Conference in Rochester. In addition to the individual students selected, the school’s award-winning chamber orchestra has been invited to perform at the NYSSMA Winter Conference. Last year the ensemble, directed by Philip Gelfer, submitted several audition pieces as well as a list of competitions attended in the last two years. A panel of judges selected the group as the only string orchestra to be represented at the conference. Congratulations to the following students: All-State Musicians Thomas Avella, Symphonic Band Sage Beasley, Mixed Chorus Haebin Chang, alternate Mary Conley, Women’s Chorus Devin Cowan, Symphony Orchestra Emily Gates, Mixed Chorus Kristen Gonzalez, alternate Nick Greene, alternate Sophie Hintze, alternate Matthew Hoffman, Mixed Chorus and alternate Haarika Korlipara, String Orchestra Ariel Leong, alternate Thomas Li, String Orchestra Edward Liu, alternate Elizabeth Merrifield, Women’s Chorus and Symphony Orchestra Nima Mohammadi, Symphony Orchestra Rajiv Moturu, Symphony Orchestra Justin Pinard, alternate Jordan Reuter, alternate Heidi Scarth, alternate Swathi Sekar, Mixed Chorus Jack Tanzi, Mixed Chorus and alternate Erin Tiedemann, alternate Martin Vaillancourt, alternate Jake Vincel, String Orchestra Allison Wallace, Mixed Chorus John Welde III, alternate Emily Winston, Wind Ensemble Eric Wortzman, Instrumental Jazz All-County Band Thomas Avella Jordan Pollack Alexander Smith Eric Wortzman All-County Orchestra Winds Constance Mulford Jordan Reuter Emily Winston All-County Orchestra Haebin Chang Devin Cowan Micaela Cunningham Nick Greene Haarika Korlipara Ariel Leong Karen Li Thomas Li Edward Liu Amanda Lu Elizabeth Merrifield Nima Mohammadi Rajiv Moturu Rebekah Rosenberg Dylan Webb Jeremy Wong Jake Vincel Elizabeth Zhao All-County Mixed Choir Sage Beasley Donald Della Pietra Alexandra Droual Kaitlyn Gillen Kristen Gonzalez Joseph Hines Matthew Hoffman Meaghan Kruse Elizabeth Merrifield Jack Tanzi Shawn Tellekamp Martin Vaillancourt Allison Wallace Sarah Whelan All-County Women’s Choir Mary Conley Jessica Fowler Emily Gates Isabella Kyle Olivia Passanante Heidi Scarth Swathi Sekar Jenna Stimmel Erin Tiedemann http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153694 Wed, 22 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153694 Celebrating Culture at Ward Melville Watch the video below: http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153693 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153693 Dig Pink A sea of pink blanketed the gymnasium at Ward Melville High School as the girls varsity and junior varsity teams hosted Dig Pink, a fundraiser for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Dig Pink, a Suffolk County volleyball initiative started by Ward Melville coach Charles Fernandes approximately six years ago, calls for teams to wear pink during a predetermined home game and raise dollars and awareness. Ward Melville dedicated their Oct. 14 games against Commack High School to the initiative. In addition to sporting unique white and pink T-shirts created by the Side Out Foundation, the teams coordinated a bake sale and sold pink bracelets for the cause. “As part of the athletic program, we speak with the students about the importance of giving back to their community and working to help others,” said Coach Fernandes. “Since breast cancer affects so many lives on Long Island, we felt this was an important initiative to participate in annually.” The teams raised more than $500 during the event and are continuing their fundraising efforts throughout the month. While the junior varsity team suffered a loss, the varsity team improved their record to 9-2. The Ward Melville boys volleyball teams will host a similar event during their Oct. 27 game. To date, the county has raised well over $250,000 for the initiative. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153692 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153692 Ward Melville HS Homecoming & Bonfire - Oct. 24 & 25 There will be a bonfire at Ward Melville on Friday, October 24 at 8:00 pm. On Saturday, the annual carnival will begin at 2:00 and go through 3:45. The Homecoming football game will begin at 4:00 pm on Saturday. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153690 Thu, 16 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153690 Board of Education Meeting Presentation on October 22, 2014 At the October 22, 2014 Board of Education meeting there will be a Community Partnership presentation given by Cathy Taldone. All are welcome to attend. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153691 Thu, 16 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153691 Math Experiments Practical applications for a variety of complex math theories were at the center of an in-school field trip for third- through sixth-graders at Setauket Elementary School and the district’s secondary students when the Math Midway 2 Go travel exhibit visited the buildings. Created by the Museum of Mathematics in NYC, the exhibit included six interactive stations that captivated and engaged students in concepts ranging from geometry and algebra to probability, statistics and number systems. At each of the exhibits, the students conducted a hands-on experiment and learned about the mathematics behind the lesson. For example, at the “roller graphicoaster” station, students experimented with the slope of a roller coaster. At the “ring of fire” location, they explored cross-sections of 3-D shapes by using a laser light and solid objects. “This exhibit allowed the students to learn about mathematics beyond the lessons explored in the classroom and understand how they are applied to the world around them,” said Rocco Vetro, mathematics chairperson at R.C. Murphy Junior High School. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153689 Wed, 15 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153689 Fire Prevention Month Elementary students throughout the district learned important fire safety tips from local firefighters. Click on the video below to learn about the Setauket Fire Department's visit to Minnesauke Elementary School. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153688 Tue, 14 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153688 Cooking Up a Valuable Lesson Ninth-graders at R.C. Murphy Junior High School learn firsthand about culinary professions when Chef Steven Blair from Johnson and Wales University – Providence visited the International Foods class. Chef Blair spoke about the university and demonstrated how to make spaetzle with mushrooms and kale. He also discussed the various majors offered at the university, as well as how a student’s extracurricular involvement can help with college acceptances and scholarships offerings. "Having Johnson and Wales visit my class illustrates for [students] how much knowledge they already have and what opportunities there are for them in the future," said teacher Emma Domino. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153687 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153687 Three Village SAGE Meeting will be held tonight, Oct. 9, 2014! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154010 Thu, 09 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154010 Trick or Treat Street at WMHS - Friday, Oct. 31, 2014 4:30 - 7:30 pm Please see attached flyer with details about the Annual Trick or Treat Street held at Ward Melville. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154009 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154009 Three Village boasts 23 Commended Students Twenty-three of Ward Melville High School’s brightest students have been named National Merit Scholarship Commended Students. About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation have been recognized for their exceptional academic promise demonstrated by their outstanding performance on the qualifying test used for program entry. Although they will not continue in the 2015 competition, these students placed among the top 5 percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2015 competition by taking the 2013 PSAT. “You should be very proud of yourselves for this achievement,” Principal Dr. Alan Baum said to those honored. “I know that I am very proud of you.” The district congratulates the following students. • Mitchell R. Berger • Niyati K. Desai • Gabriel N. Downs • Kyra A. Durko • Tess E. Duryea • Ashley L. Earl • Ryan Fan • Alexander Frenkel • Jessica Ju • Marvin Lee • Daria E. Purdy • Cyrus T. Rastegar • Jared A. Rifkin • Erika J. Riley • Angad Singh • Luke J. Sugrue • Nicholas J. Thornton • Runda Tian • Benjamin M. Winston • Jeremy Wong • Hannah C. Yen • Rui Zhang • Evan Zou http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154007 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154007 Ward Melville’s Invictus honored for excellence Congratulations to Mrs. Weisman and the entire 2013-2014 Invictus Yearbook staff!!!! Our opening spread from last year's book was nominated for a NSPA Design of the Year award. Only 10 designs were selected from books around the country! We will find out our placement in the contest at the JEA/NSPA Journalism Conference in DC. Our yearbook was also critiqued by well-known journalism professionals and NSPA and received an ALL-AMERICAN HONOR RATING with 4 marks of distinction (concept/essentials, coverage, design, & writing/editing). This is the highest rating we could receive and if we receive this rating for 10 years in a row we get inducted into the NSPA All American Hall of Fame. This is now the third year of receiving this ranking!! Congratulations to the entire yearbook staff. We can’t wait to see what you have in store for us this year! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154006 Thu, 02 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154006 October 29, 2014 - Annual Performance of Pickin at Gelinas The 12th Annual Adolescent Issue play Pickin, will be performed on October 29, 2014 at 7:00 pm in the Gelinas Auditorium. This performance is free. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154005 Wed, 01 Oct 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154005 Three Village School District lauds AP Scholars The College Board has recognized 291 Ward Melville High School students as Advanced Placement Scholars due to their outstanding achievement on the college-level Advanced Placement exams. • 91 students qualified for the AP Scholar Award by receiving a 3 or higher on three or more exams. • 51 students received the AP Scholar with Honor Award by earning an average grade of 3.25 on all AP exams taken and grades of 3 or higher on four or more of those exams. • 122 students qualified for the AP Scholar with Distinction Award by earning an average grade of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken and grades of 3 or higher on eight or more of these exams. • 26 students received the highest designation of National AP Scholar by earning an average grade of 4 or higher on all AP exams taken and grades of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams. AP courses completed with a score of 3 or higher on the final exam afford students the opportunity to earn college credit. “I am thrilled that our students continue to raise the bar with their performance on these exams,” Principal Dr. Alan Baum said. “They set great examples for their classmates to follow.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154004 Mon, 29 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154004 Seventh-graders welcomed to Murphy Junior High New seventh-graders at Three Village’s R.C. Murphy Junior High School were welcomed to the building with open arms at a new student breakfast on Sept. 22. Student government members sat with the new students and answered questions about the building and the experiences it provides. Students shared stories of where they came from while enjoying bagels and juice. “We are always so happy to welcome our new students to our Murphy family,” Principal Vincent Vizzo said. “We want them to feel welcome from day one and know that we are all here for them.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154003 Fri, 26 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154003 Three Village elementary schools take ALS challenge Students, teachers and staff at Arrowhead, Nassakeag and Setauket elementary schools were recently challenged by neighborhood schools to raise money and awareness in the fight against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, more commonly known as ALS. At Arrowhead, students poured money over their teachers’ heads as the crowd of kids roared in support. At Nassakeag, more than $1,500 was raised from students vying to get the chance to dump ice water on a specific teacher. The staff agreed to match the funding up to $500, so more than $2,000 was generated from the school. At Setauket, ice water was dumped over everyone’s heads, including Principal Nathalie Lilavois, who cheered while she was being drenched. “As you know, Minnesauke nominated us for the Ice Bucket Challenge and we accepted,” Lilavois said. “We have been collecting [through] Change for the Challenge, which we will donate on behalf of the Setauket school community to the ALS Association.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153499 Fri, 26 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153499 Alumni Spotlight: Ward Melville’s Matz honored by Mets Ward Melville High School graduate Steven Matz was recently presented with the Sterling Pitcher of the Year award at Citi Field as the Mets’ top minor league pitcher. Matz, 23, had a 2.25 ERA and a 1.25 WHIP in 12 starts for Single-A St. Lucie before being promoted to Double-A Binghamton. In 12 starts there, he had a 2.27 ERA 1.12 WHIP. He also helped lead Binghamton to an Eastern League Championship. Matz was also named to Baseball America’s list of minor league all-stars. He was born in Stony Brook, and he brought a no-hitter into the eighth inning of Binghamton’s championship-clinching game against Richmond. “It really means a lot,” Matz said. “After two or three years of not really playing [due to injury], I was able to come back and show them that, what they invested in me, they still have.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153498 Thu, 25 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153498 Parent Workshop - Common Core 101-Problem Solving, Monday, 9/29 Please join us for this informative workshop! Monday, September 29, 2014 at 7:00 pm in the Board room at North Country. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153497 Thu, 25 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153497 Emergency Contact Information Update **If you have not already done so, please check the information we have listed in your immediate household by using the "Family Contacts" link on the left hand side of the screen. Please make sure we have updated information on adults and guardians in your household. We are not collecting any individual student cell phone or e-mail addresses. Any changes can be requested through the Campus system. You will see those requests updated within a day or two. As you are aware, the District has attempted to implement the collection of Emergency Contact Information electronically this fall. Despite our best efforts, this process has been delayed as a result of errors in the delivery of the electronic survey. In the interest of safety and time, we are reinstating the use of the paper version of the Emergency Contact Card. This card will be sent home with elementary students on Wednesday, September 24 and the week of September 29 for secondary students. We appreciate your cooperation and support as we work this new initiative. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153477 Wed, 24 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153477 Holiday Inn Art Show K-9 art students and staff will be celebrating the exhibition of student work at the Holiday Inn Express on Rte 347 in Stony Brook. The show is open to the public October 5th - October 16th with the opening on October 6th beginning at 5:30pm. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153496 Wed, 24 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153496 Safety & Security Forum - October 7, 2014 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153486 Wed, 24 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153486 Board of Education Meeting Presentation on October 1, 2014 At the October 1, 2014 Board of Education meeting there will be an Athletics presentation given by Erin Blaney. All are welcome to attend. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153492 Wed, 24 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153492 Three Village pleased with state assessment results Three Village Central School District officials are pleased with the performance on the New York State Assessments from the 2013-14 school year. On Sept. 17, Kevin Scanlon, the assistant superintendent for educational services, gave a detailed presentation to the Board of Education regarding the results. This was the second year of the new scoring and scaling, as the tests are based on the Common Core Learning Standards. Students were graded on a scale of 1 to 4, with 1 being well below proficient, 2 being below proficient, 3 being proficient and 4 excelling. On the grade eight English language arts exams, 58 percent of students scored at least a 3. That’s up 3 percent from 2012-13. On the fourth-grade math, 66 percent of test takers scored at least a 3, also up 3 percent from last year. In eighth-grade math, the percentage of students who scored at least a 3 on the exam dropped from 45 percent to 30 percent, but Scanlon said that’s due to the new algebra Regents that’s being offered instead of the Common Core math. Therefore, 301 students from Murphy and Gelinas middle schools are taking that path instead. “We should be proud of this,” Scanlon said. “Students are getting high school-level math at an earlier age. That allows them to take more advanced classes in high school.” The Class of 2014 in Three Village had a 99 percent graduation rate, and 95 percent of those students were accepted to college. Seventy-three percent of those began four-year programs after graduating from Ward Melville High School. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153493 Tue, 23 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153493 Bullet aid provides Common Core workshops, restores electives A collaborative effort between the Three Village Central School District and Sen. John Flanagan’s office resulted in New York State giving a $100,000 grant to the district for the 2014-15 school year. The grant has restored high school electives, which are valuable to students and enhance learning opportunities. The monies were also used to set up five Common Core workshops for parents, which will be held for grades 3-5 on Sept. 29, grades 6-8 on Oct. 14, grades 3-4 on Nov. 3, grades K-2 on Dec. 1 and grades 6-8 on Dec. 8. All meetings will be held at the North Country Administration Center at 7 p.m. The Common Core workshops will provide parents with information and resources needed to help prepare their children for the upcoming tests. Parents will receive handouts and have the opportunity to ask questions. “Parents are partners in their child’s education and we believe it is important to provide parents with salient information about the Common Core State Standards and to address questions they may have about what their children are expected to learn and know at the various grade levels,” Superintendent Cheryl Pedisich said. “Teachers and administrators at Three Village School District do an outstanding job every day preparing our children for academic and career success,” Flanagan added. “As the Chair of the Senate Education Committee, the single most important thing I can do is to secure additional funding and resources necessary to make their jobs easier.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153494 Tue, 23 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153494 Matthew Grimaldi Scholarship Information Ward Melville High School students have created a Patriots jersey in loving memory of Matthew Grimaldi to be worn the Monday after homecoming (Oct 27th). All proceeds from this sale will go to the creation of a scholarship in Matthew's name. Please click here for an order form if you would like to order one. All orders are due by October 3 and jerseys should be ready for pick up the week of homecoming. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153495 Tue, 23 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153495 Setauket Elementary School Rallies for a Cause Watch the video below: http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153491 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153491 Transportation running smoothly in Three Village The safe transportation of students is the top priority for Barbara Gildea, the transportation coordinator of the Three Village Central School District, who presented updates to the Board of Education at its Sept. 17 meeting. Gildea said it’s a collaborative effort to make sure the transportation process runs smoothly, as students, parents, school officials and bus drivers all play an important role in the process. “Student transportation in this country is the largest public transportation we have,” Gildea said. “Our school bus drivers are second to none. They provide care for our children to and from school.” Prequalifications for school bus drivers include having a commercial driver’s license with a “P” endorsement and with zero or minimal points. They must also get state and federal fingerprint clearance. Before transporting students, SED-approved curriculum school bus driver training is provided to drivers upon hire. Drivers must complete the School Bus Driver Pre-Service course before they are assigned a route. After gaining employment, drivers must complete a 30-hour School Bus Driver Program course within the first year of hire. They must also complete two separate two-hour refresher courses annually. During employment, they’re required to undergo random drug and alcohol testing. School buses are maintained and inspected on a regular basis, and preventive maintenance inspections are performed every three months or 3,000 miles, whichever comes first. The New York State Department of Transportation requires drivers to maintain daily inspection logs. School buses and logbooks are inspected by DOT-certified examiners every six months. During the 2013-14 school year, contractors Suffolk Transportation Service (large buses) and Acme Bus Corporation (mini-buses) made 686 trips to athletic competitions, 334 educational field trips, and transported 180 nonpublic school students to 13 different buildings. During the typical school day, there are 339 school routes for Three Village buses, all of which are equipped with video cameras. “I’d like to commend Barbara and her office for the work done every day to ensure our children are transported safely to and from school,” Superintendent Cheryl Pedisich said. “Getting our students to and from school safely is a top priority.” To view the PowerPoint presentation from the Board of Education meeting, visit the district’s website at www.threevillagecsd.org. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153490 Fri, 19 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153490 New App "Yik Yak" Letter to Parents http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153488 Thu, 18 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153488 2013-14 Assessment and Regents Results Presentation http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153489 Thu, 18 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153489 Transportation Presentation - 9/17/14 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153487 Thu, 18 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153487 Ward Melville marching band debuts new uniforms The Ward Melville High School marching band was glowing with pride as the talented musicians debuted their new uniforms for the football game against Sachem High School on Sept. 13. The uniforms were purchased with assistance from the Three Village Educational Foundation who donated $40,000 towards the replacements. The annual fundraiser supporting Three Village students is going on now - for more information, go to www.3vef.org Although Ward Melville lost the game 26-0, a very spirited crowd was on hand to witness the game. Even a steady rain throughout the second half could not dampen the spirits of those on hand. Photos courtesy of Greg Catalano http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153485 Wed, 17 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153485 16 Ward Melville students named National Merit semifinalists The Three Village School District is proud to announce that 16 Ward Melville High School students have been recognized as semifinalists in the 2015 National Merit Scholarship program. These students are among the top 16,000 students throughout the nation who are being acknowledged for their exceptional academic achievement. The total marks the most in Suffolk County and the second most on Long Island. All 16 students placed among the top 5 percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2015 competition by taking the 2013 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. “I am so proud of our semifinalists,” Ward Melville Principal Dr. Alan Baum said. “Kudos to each of them for their hard work and dedication to their studies. They should rightfully feel proud of their achievement and recommendation. I know I am and I know they will accomplish great things as they continue on their educational journey.” National Merit semifinalists have the opportunity to advance in the competition by meeting high academic standards and other rigorous requirements set by the scholarship program. “We are extremely proud of the accomplishments of these talented high school students,” Superintendent Cheryl Pedisich said. “Their hard work and dedication demonstrate a strong commitment to achievement. The entire school community celebrates their success.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153483 Mon, 15 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153483 Three Village schools remember those lost on 9/11 Schools throughout the Three Village Central School District paid tribute to the brave men and women who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001 in different ways on the day’s 13th anniversary. While teachers in classrooms districtwide discussed the tragic events surrounding that horrific day, Gelinas and Murphy junior high schools held ceremonies to allow students and staff members to pay their respects. Outside Ward Melville High School, Old Town Road was lined with American flags to show solidarity and pride. At Gelinas, student Liv Halvorsen led the entire building in the Pledge of Allegiance. Principal William Bernhard and Assistant Principal Corinne Keane asked for a moment of silence to honor all those who were lost on that day. Members of the Gelinas Chamber Choir, along with eighth and ninth grade band members performed at the tribute. “The majority of you weren’t born yet when this happened 13 years ago,” Murphy Principal Vincent Vizzo told his students. “You touch my heart with the way you act as a Murphy family.” At Murphy, military personnel were on hand for the flag raising. There was also a piece of metal from the World Trade Center displayed inside the school for the day. After introductory remarks from Vizzo, the Murphy chamber choir and chamber orchestra performed “America the Beautiful.” There was a moment of silence, and the bell rang four times. Assistant Principal Kevin Finnerty talked about 9/11’s impact. “The events of that day forever changed the lives of millions of people,” Finnerty said. “We will always look back at Sept. 11, 2011 with sadness, but today, we gather to honor those heroes who lost their lives.” Photos courtesy of the Three Village Central School District and Greg Catalano http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153484 Mon, 15 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153484 New security measures come to Three Village Jack Blaum, the security and safety coordinator for the Three Village Central School District, made a presentation to the Board of Education on Sept. 3 to discuss new security protocols in the district. The installation of surveillance cameras is complete, and there were already two cases at Arrowhead Elementary School where the new system helped identify those responsible. Blaum stressed a “team approach,” adding that if everyone works together, these situations can be quickly resolved. There are also new security vestibules outside of each building. Staff members have color-coded identification cards that give them access, while visitors need to buzz in and show identification before being granted entry. New York State driver’s license readers create printed visitor badges for guests. There is also additional building coverage after school throughout the district. Two new people are now on patrol at each building from 2-10 p.m. Also, the district now has direct contact with the Setauket Fire Department, which Blaum said saves considerable time in case of an emergency. Both the police and fire departments have access to the district’s surveillance cameras as well. Blaum also discussed how all staff receives SAVE (Safe Schools Against Violence in Education) training and a tutorial in the new lockdown procedures. Any staff member can call 911 or initiate a lockdown in the event of an emergency. Superintendent Cheryl Pedisich and board members commended Blaum for his diligence in making Three Village as safe as it could possibly be. “People are paying attention,” Pedisich said. “We are way ahead of the curve, and we should be very proud of that.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153482 Fri, 12 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153482 Gelinas welcomes new seventh-graders at breakfast Seventh-graders at Paul J. Gelinas Junior High School were welcomed to their new school with a new student breakfast on Sept. 8. Hosted by the student government, along with members from the Gelinas guidance department, approximately 25 students gathered in the cafeteria for bagels, juice and icebreakers to get to know their classmates. New Gelinas Principal William S. Bernhard welcomed students and urged them to ask questions if they are unsure of their new surroundings. “I am new here just like you,” Bernhard said. “My door is always open. We are here to make your Gelinas experience the best it can be.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153481 Thu, 11 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153481 Board of Education Meeting on September 17, 2014 At the September 17, 2014 Board of Education meeting there will be a transportation presentation given by Barbara Gildea. All are welcome to attend. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153478 Wed, 10 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153478 Minnesauke art students honored for excellence Art students from Minnesauke Elementary School in the Three Village Central School District have been selected for special recognition at the 2014 International Interdependence Hexagon Project Conference. The project is a visual arts opportunity for young people ages 8-18 worldwide. It asks students to create art within the infinitely interlinking shape of a hexagon, a metaphor for interconnectedness. This is an opportunity for young people throughout the world to explore global themes, issues and ideas in school. The concept is that through critical thinking, research and taking a stand on one's beliefs and understandings, changes in attitudes, awareness and, subsequently, action can occur. Minnesauke won top honors in three categories: Most Effective All Over Interpretation, Most Creative Expression and Most Relevant to Theme. The students were also given two honorable mentions. Their work was submitted to the competition by art teacher Christine Becker. The students’ displays have been featured since Sept. 5 as part of the Interdependence Day Hexagon Project Exhibit in the Mall at Steamtown, located at 300 Lockwood Ave. in Scranton, PA. The talented Three Village students will also be honored at a recognition event on Sept. 15. “We are very proud of our young artists and grateful to Ms. Becker for providing them with the opportunity to participate in this creative project,” Minnesauke Assistant Principal Linda Messina said. “Our Minnesauke students swept the competition on this and won all three top categories as well as the two honorable mentions.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153480 Tue, 09 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153480 Ice Bucket Challenge at Minnesauke Click play to view the video: http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153479 Mon, 08 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153479 A new school year kicks off in Three Village Tuesday was a special day as the Three Village School District began the new school year in style. Whether it was the first day for a new kindergartener at one of the elementary schools or for a senior in high school, students got to know their new teachers, peers and got acclimated to their new schedules. The district wishes all students and staff the best of luck for the upcoming school year. Arrowhead Elementary Slideshow Minnesauke Elementary Slideshow Nassakeag Elementary Slideshow Setauket Elementary Slideshow W.S. Mount Elementary Slideshow P.J. Gelinas Junior High Slideshow R.C. Murphy Junior High Slideshow Ward Melville High Slideshow http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153475 Tue, 02 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153475 Welcome Back to School!! Tuesday, September 2, 2014 We are very excited to begin the 2014-2015 school year!! Welcome Back! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153474 Tue, 02 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153474 Three Village staff attends superintendent’s annual workshop Faculty and staff of the Three Village School District convened at Ward Melville High School on Aug. 28 for the annual superintendent’s conference day. After opening remarks and a welcome from Board of Education President William F. Connors Jr. and Superintendent Cheryl Pedisich, the keynote speaker Lee Cutler spoke to staff. He shared stories from his teaching days, and he stressed that educators need to show courage while working with today’s youth. “The way you show courage is to find the nontraditional way to get through to kids,” Cutler said. “My job is to teach others how to be empowered. That’s what you all do in the classroom” When discussing his reasoning for becoming a teacher, Cutler said he wanted to “infiltrate the system and find a way to improve lives.” “You all have the power to do that in Three Village,” he added. Following Cutler’s remarks, Jack Blaum, the district’s security and safety coordinator, gave a presentation regarding Emergency Management and S.A.V.E. training. He also discussed the district’s new identification card system and went through various protocols. After the training, employees dispersed to their respective buildings in the district for faculty meetings. “In each of us is the ability to inspire students to greatness and to make the impact that will carry hope and promise throughout their lives,” Superintendent Pedisich said. “I look forward to another banner year for us in Three Village.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153476 Mon, 01 Sep 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153476 New seventh-graders welcomed to Three Village Incoming seventh-graders at P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools were given personalized tours of each building on Aug. 26 during seventh-grade orientation. After a brief introduction from staff, students were assigned to a member of student government, who led them and their families through hallways to navigate key areas of the building. Students also compared schedules with classmates and got acclimated with their new lockers. School administrators and teachers were on hand to ease the minds of the new students and their families. The district wishes the seventh-graders all the best for the upcoming school year and beyond. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153473 Thu, 28 Aug 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153473 Fall Community Swim Program - Registration on September 15, 2014 Please follow this link to more information regarding the Community Swim Program at Ward Melville High School this fall. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153472 Wed, 27 Aug 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153472 *** Superintendent's Conference Day is Thursday, August 28, 2014 Superintendent’s Conference Day is Thursday, August 28, 2014 and all buildings will be opening at 11:30 AM on that day. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153471 Mon, 25 Aug 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153471 Correction - Kindergarten Placement Information Available at Playdate Kindergarten placement information will be available at the playdate this week. If you can not attend, the placement will be available after 12:00 on Thursday, August 21. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153470 Mon, 18 Aug 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153470 Ward Melville students to participate in film festival Ward Melville High School students Jordan Pollak, Rose Kelsos and Henry DaCosta’s films have been selected for the 2014 Varsity Brands All American High School Film Festival. Pollak’s film “Jody’s Space”, Kelso’s film “Please Come Again” and DaCosta’s film “Hysteria” will be screened from Oct. 24-27 at the AMC Empire Theaters in Times Square. Thousands of submissions were received from more than 45 states, and theirs made the cut. “This is an amazing honor,” Jennifer Trettner, the chairperson for art and technology for Ward Melville High School, said. “The Ward Melville art department is incredibly proud of these young film students and their accomplishments. These films are a true reflection of Jordan’s, Rose and Henry’s talent, dedication and motivation to their art. Congratulations also goes to Mrs. DiLorenzo for inspiring her students every day.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153469 Tue, 12 Aug 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153469 Fall Continuing Education Course Guide Now Available Please follow this link to our Communities page where you will find the Fall 2014 Continuing Education Course Guide http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153468 Fri, 08 Aug 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153468 Fencers Compete Nationally As a result of their participation on the highly successful Ward Melville High School fencing teams and private training at Mission Fencing Center, several district students competed at the 2014 USA Fencing Nationals in Columbus, Ohio. This year’s program drew attention from more than 9,000 athletes, making it the largest fencing tournament in the world. Representing Three Village were eight current Ward Melville fencers, two alumni and two elementary students, each of whom earned national acclaim and personal top scores in the challenging contest. Jeff Salmon, head fencing coach and owner of Mission Fencing, trained the Ward Melville students. With more than 100 qualified fencers in their events, the youngest district students made the top 32, earning a U.S. national ranking as follows: Alice Liu: 30th in Youth-10 Benji Solomon: 54th in Youth-10 In the point events for older students, Ward Melville athletes achieved the top 64 or higher, which earned them national ranking points. Alexa Antipas (Ward Melville Class of 2013/Ohio State): 20th in Under-20/ 38th Division 1 Womens’ Sabre, Michael Antipas (Ward Melville): 20th in Under-20 / 38th Division 1 Men’s Foil Arianna Ferretti (Ward Melville): 71st in Youth-14 Womens’ Epee Danny Solomon (Ward Melville): 16th in Youth-14, 24th in Under-16, 80th in U-20, 124 Div. 1 Mens’ Sabre Ilana Solomon (Ward Melville): 44th in Under-20 / 55th in Division 1 Womens’ Sabre Carly Weber-Levine (Ward Melville): 46th in Under-20 Womens’ Sabre Additional Honors Earned During Divisional Events: Carly Weber-Levine (Ward Melville): Division IA Sabre Champion (earned her "A") Danny Solomon (Ward Melville): Division IA Sabre Champion (earned his "A" and is the only "A" rated youth sabre fencer in the country) Team Silver Medals: Michael Antipas (Ward Melville): Senior Men’s Foil Silver Alexa Antipas (Ward Melville Class of 2013/Ohio State): Senior Women's Sabre Silver Ilana Solomon (Ward Melville): Senior Women's Sabre Silver Carly Weber-Levine (Ward Melville): Senior Women's Sabre Silver National Medals (Other Than National Champions): Michael Antipas (Ward Melville 2x county champion) Division IA 8th Ilana Solomon (Ward Melville): Division II Sabre Bronze, Division IA 5th http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153467 Wed, 06 Aug 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153467 Campus Portal Accounts - Be Prepared for Back to School Please be sure your Campus portal accounts are working! Update your account information with your e-mail address. 2014-15 schedules and other important information will be available next week. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153466 Wed, 06 Aug 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153466 HS Seeking Nominations for Athletic Hall of Fame Ward Melville High School’s athletic department is currently accepting nominations for 2014 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees. The program, which started several years ago, pays tribute to former Patriots and honors their athletic careers, both at Ward Melville and beyond. This year’s induction ceremony will take place during homecoming on Saturday, Oct. 25. To be considered for induction, nominees must have: graduated from Ward Melville High School 10 years prior to the nomination, distinguished themselves in their athletic career, served as a positive role model for student-athletes, and overcome a major life obstacle or challenge related to their athletic ability. Nomination forms are located on the district website under the “athletic department” tab. The submission deadline is Monday, Sept. 1. Applications for nominees not honored at the 2014 ceremony will be kept on file for continued review for a period of up to five years. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153465 Fri, 01 Aug 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153465 Fighting Malaria in Africa With an eye toward preventing deadly mosquito-borne illnesses such as malaria, three Ward Melville High School students traveled across the country this summer to complete a pilot project in Africa. The initiative, which was coordinated by the non-profit organization The Screensaver Foundation, was spearheaded by co-founders Ward Melville graduate Emily Holtzman and sophomore Julia Holtzman. The foundation provides low-cost, cut-to-fit screen windows for huts and dwellings in poor villages. Partnering with California-based Bug Off Screen Company, the sisters worked with sophomore Noah Kepes to enclose more than 60 dwellings in the village of Croisement Peulh with protective screens. Dozens of children greeted their convoy when it arrived in Croisement Peulh, and the chief of the village brought the entire tribe out to meet the team and discuss the project. “These huts and dwellings had irregular sized openings for doors and windows, which are needed for ventilation because it’s very hot,” said Emily. “We needed a product that was impervious to mosquitoes, flexible and inexpensive, and yet able to maintain airflow. We managed to obtain enough Bug Off screens to outfit the entire village – every door and every window.” Julia said that the Foundation’s next step was to offer villagers microloans to start their own screen installation businesses. “We don’t think charity is the answer,” she said. “We think of The Screensaver Foundation as social entrepreneurship. We want to find Senegalese companies that can produce the screens, Senegalese men and women to buy them and be paid to install them in other villages. They can make money while fighting a pandemic.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153464 Mon, 21 Jul 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153464 Home Access Citrix Outage The home access, or Citrix network, is currently inaccessible. We hope to have it working again shortly. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153462 Tue, 08 Jul 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153462 Graduation 2014 An immeasurable array of emotions filled the air as the Ward Melville High School Class of 2014, along with family members, friends and educators, gathered to mark an educational milestone – this year’s high school graduation ceremony. As the symphonic band performed “Pomp and Circumstance,” those in attendance rose to greet the graduates as they encircled the front lawn and took their prominent seats on either side of the dais. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153460 Thu, 03 Jul 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153460 Board Begins New Year During the Board of Education’s annual reorganization meeting on July 1, district clerk Kathleen Sampogna administered the oath of office to reelected trustees Inger Germano, Irene Gische and Dr. Jeffrey Kerman. Additionally, William F. Connors Jr. was elected to serve as president of the Board of Education, Ms. Gische as vice president and Ms. Germano to continue in her role as district clerk pro-tem. The Board’s next meeting will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 27 at the North Country Administrative Center. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153461 Wed, 02 Jul 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153461 Secondary Report Cards Are Now Viewable in the Portal Report cards are located in the "Report" section of Campus Portal. Have a nice summer! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153459 Tue, 01 Jul 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153459 Alumni Musical Revue Past and soon-to-be Ward Melville High School graduates took to the stage to not only showcase their musical talents, but also help raise money for next year’s school musical. The fourth annual Senior Alumni Summer Recall Show included cast members from the Class of 2007 through present day, highlighting a number of songs they originally debuted as students. Hits included “Magic to Do,” “Till There Was You,” “The Last Midnight,” and “All I Ask of You.” A pit orchestra was also on hand to lead the students through their revivals and to showcase several new melodies. The production was once again coordinated by vocal teacher and musical director Linda Contino. This year’s show was dedicated to Michael Owen, an assistant principal and large supporter of the musicals at Ward Melville, who will retire in June after 24 years of service in the district. The school extends its thanks to the following event performers and contributors: Sarah BarnittKayla Benaburger Kyle Benaburger Leah Borrie Anita Boyer Annemarie Cartwright Will Chan Daniel Chiu Krystelle Clairvoyant Regina Clairvoyant Jessica Contino Leanne Contino Michael Contino Justin Cooper Ryan Cooper Danielle Diamond Zoe Dunmire Amanda Erickson Emma Forgione Jason Francey Adam Goldberg Luran He Nathan Haltiwanger Jeanie Hill Jessica Kelly Devon Leaver Nick Mancuso Jessica Murray Lucas Nocera Caroline O’Brien Michelle Palladino Emily Passik Trevor Pearson Justin Pinard Jenna Raynoha Nick Riviezzo Spencer Rosner Daniel Santangelo Christopher Sarling Alexa Sauro Billy Spitz Jackie Stimmel Jack Tanzi Michael Testa Alex Varicchio Ryan Weaver Kevin Wieland Katelyn Winter Jenna Wolf Anthony Zambito Ilana Zwerling http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153457 Thu, 26 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153457 Award-Winning Musicians R.C. Murphy Junior High School student-musicians captured top honors at this year’s Music in the Parks festival at Hershey Park in Pennsylvania. During the event, the ninth-grade orchestra, chamber orchestra and ninth-grade chamber choir performed before a panel of judges, and each received a first-place finish as well as the rating of superior. Additionally, the chamber orchestra was ranked “Best Overall Orchestra,” and the ninth-grade chamber choir was named “Best Overall Choir.” The orchestras were under the direction of Taryn Cinquemani, and the choir was directed by Anthony Pollera. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153458 Thu, 26 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153458 Climbing the Academic Ladder After seven years in elementary school, Three Village sixth-graders bid a fond farewell to their classrooms and teachers as they took the next step in their academic journeys this June. During moving up ceremonies at each of the buildings, the students collectively reflected on their time in elementary school and looked toward their first year of junior high with anticipation and excitement. During the ceremonies, principals and administrators in attendance praised the sixth-graders for their dedication to their academics, involvement in community service and ambition for their futures. At W.S. Mount Elementary School, several students shared their fond memories of the past several years and their hopes for the future. “We are here today to commemorate a new beginning and a happy ending,” said sixth-grader Clara Sullivan. “We are here today to celebrate success, hard work and learning – not only math, science and reading but learning to be a person and learning that happiness isn’t measured in years; it is measured in memories.” Before concluding the events, each student was presented with a commemorative moving up certificate and several were honored with achievement awards and scholarships on behalf of the TVTA. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153193 Thu, 26 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153193 Educational Professionals Receive Tenure The district’s Board of Education and administrative team celebrated the professional accomplishments of 17 individuals during a newly tenured staff recognition in June. In celebration of this significant milestone in the professionals’ careers, each tenure candidate was individually recognized and presented with a commemorative certificate. Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich and members of the Board of Education commended these professionals for their years of service to the school district and dedication to the field of education. “I am extremely proud and thank you for being a part of the Three Village family,” said Ms. Pedisich. “We look forward to working with each of you for many years to come and are fortunate to have you help prepare our students for their futures.” The following individuals received tenure: Christina Aguinaga – R.C. Murphy Teaching Assistant Maria Arcuri – Setauket Teaching Assistant Kathleen Axelsen – P.J. Gelinas Teaching Assistant Brian Biscari – Minnesauke Principal Jaime Brennan – Arrowhead Teaching Assistant Stacey Schreiber-Cross – Ward Melville Teaching Assistant Gary Dabrusky, Ed.D. – Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Jessica Degamon – P.J. Gelinas Teaching Assistant Kevin Finnerty – R.C. Murphy Assistant Principal Randi Kowalenko – Ward Melville Teaching Assistant Maryann LaMonica – Ward Melville Teaching Assistant Eric Lauritsen – Districtwide Teacher Jonathon Rufa – R.C. Murphy Teacher Jessica Scionti – P.J. Gelinas Teaching Assistant Jennifer Shea – Minnesauke Teacher Christine Swain – Setauket Teaching Assistant Deborah Verbesey – Setauket Teaching Assistant http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153191 Tue, 24 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153191 Board Honors The district’s Board of Education capped off their final meeting of the year by honoring and celebrating the achievements of several students and staff members. P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-grade science research students Maya Pena Lobel, Noah Mond and Elizabeth Wang were praised for achieving high honors at the New York State Science Congress at Brookhaven National Laboratory. The group earned first place in the middle school division for their research project, “Attention to Retention: Factors that Affect Memory.” As part of the district’s ongoing commitment to create a bully-free environment, Minnesauke Elementary School’s character education program – STARS – was honored for earning recognition by the Suffolk County Anti-Bias Task Force. The program, which promotes the traits of sharing, trustworthy, accepting, respectful and serving, was highlighted for being an innovative school-based program that advances understating and promotes respect. The Ward Melville High School Robotics Club was honored for their first-place win in this year’s BotBall competition. The team competed against 21 teams from the New York and New Jersey area to secure their overall first-place finish and earn first in the seeding found, first in documentation and second in the double elimination. This year’s team was led by team captains Michael Brockey and Akilesh Tangella. In recognition of his contributions at each of their meetings throughout the year, the Board gave thanks to Ward Melville High School student representative Anthony Gabriele for his voluntary year of service. During each session, Anthony shared information about happenings at the high school, highlights from past events and provided a well-versed student’s perspective on decisions the Board was facing. Anthony was presented with a commemorative certificate and scholarship in honor of his efforts. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153192 Tue, 24 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153192 Honoring Scholars with Awards The district recently honored a number of students for their outstanding dedication to community service during the President’s Volunteer Service Award Ceremony. According to the program’s website, this program is the premier volunteer awards program, encouraging United States citizens and residents to live a life of service. For photos from the event, please watch the slideshow below: Photos provided by Greg Catalano. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153188 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153188 Field Day Fun Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-graders celebrated the end of elementary school during one of the school’s time-honored traditions – the annual field day program. Field day provides K-6 students with the opportunity to engage in spirited athletic events and culminate their years in a fun manner with peers. For pictures of this year’s Minnesauke field day, please view the slideshow below: Photos provided by Greg Catalano. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153189 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153189 Historical Lessons from a Survivor Nassakeag Elementary School sixth-graders listened attentively as Ruth Minsky Sender, a Holocaust survivor, author and grandmother to a current student, shared her remarkable story of courage and survival. During the visit, she spoke about being one of seven children living in Poland and her eventual move to the Lodz Ghetto. She reflected on many of the stories documented in her three memoirs, the experiences she had while in a labor camp in Mittelsteine and how she was eventually freed. This was Mrs. Sender’s second year speaking with the sixth-graders at Nassakeag. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153190 Mon, 23 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153190 Immunization Requirements for the 2014-2015 School Year Please follow this link to view the new immunization requirements for any student entering kindergarten, grade 6 or a new entrant to the district in the 2014-2015 school year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153187 Thu, 19 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153187 All Through the Year Nassakeag Elementary School kindergarten students celebrate their first year of school during their June play. To learn more about the event, please watch the video below: http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153185 Wed, 18 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153185 Location Change for Summer Enrichment Program Please note, the district's Summer Enrichment Program will be housed at Nassakeag Elementary School this year. The program begins on July 1. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153186 Wed, 18 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153186 Celebrating the Flag In honor of the nation’s colors, students and staff throughout the Three Village Central School District participated in ceremonial Flag Day events in mid-June. At W.S. Mount Elementary School, the front lawn was blanketed in a sea of red, white and blue as the building celebrated the flag through written word and song. Members of the Boy and Girl Scouts assisted with the posting of the colors and the school’s combined orchestra and band performed the national anthem. This year’s essay and poster contest winners proudly shared their prize-winning submissions with those in attendance and received commemorative flags from the American Legion Harbor Post #417 members in attendance. Additionally, each grade level performed a patriotic song, including “I Love Red, White and Blue” and “You’re a Grand Old Flag.” Closing out the ceremony was the Mount tradition – the presentation of the Jeannine Martin Sportsmanship Award. This year’s recipients were Matthew Fiorella and Olivia Marshall. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153183 Tue, 17 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153183 Moving Up from Murphy Parents, family members and friends filled the gymnasium at R.C. Murphy Junior High School to celebrate the collective academic achievements of this year’s ninth-grade class during the building’s moving-up and awards ceremony. “From day one of your seventh-grade year, it was clear to me that you would be a group who would set the standard for what we expect from our students at Murphy Junior High School – be hard workers, display an amazing effort, appropriate behavior and, most importantly, have respect for yourself and your teachers,” said Principal Vincent Vizzo, as he addressed the 325-member class. “Seeing you grow over the past three years, I am certain that we as a school and community have created a successful future for you. Now it is up to you to continue on your path. I wish you every success in your future endeavors at Ward Melville High School and in everything you do in life.” Throughout the event, many students were honored for individual success in academic subject areas, as well as physical fitness, volunteer service and acts of character. Before members of the class received their commemorative moving-up certificates, several scholarship awards – the TVTA Scholarship Award, TVTA Service Award and the Three Village Musical Theater Co. Scholarship – were presented. Additionally, the ninth-graders presented their class gift to the school – a beautification project for the entrances to the auditorium and main doors. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153184 Tue, 17 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153184 State Science Honors P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-grade science research students Maya Pena Lobel, Noah Mond and Elizabeth Wang achieved high honors at the New York State Science Congress, recently held at Brookhaven National Laboratory. The group earned first place in the middle school division for their research project “Attention to Retention: Factors that Affect Memory.” During the contest, 27 of the top middle school research projects from across New York State were present. The Gelinas students qualified for the state congress by placing second in the behavioral science category at the Long Island Science Congress, held earlier this spring. The students were mentored by Gelinas science research teacher Vicki Guarascio. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153178 Mon, 16 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153178 Stocking Pantry Shelves Along with the district’s two other pantries, the R.C. Murphy Junior High School food pantry services countless families throughout the year, providing a valuable service to local families in need. To aid with this mission, students regularly engage in food and supply drives to ensure that the shelves remain stocked. This spring, the school received a generous donation of supplies from local Girl Scout Troop 2867. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153179 Mon, 16 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153179 Félicitations! Ward Melville High School French students earned top marks on this year’s French National Exam, and several students were awarded plaques of honor after scoring in the top 10 for Suffolk County. In addition, two of the students received bronze medals of honor for ranking fifth and sixth at the national level. The district congratulates the following students: Chapter Rank Level 4 1 Grace Whitney * National rank 5th 2 Alexander Douglas 4 Kriti Jindal 4 John Welde 7 Tess Duryea 7 Jared Rifkin 8 Jana Abumusallam 8 Elena Kirillov 10 Matthew Cornell Chapter Rank Level 5A 2 Charlotte Broadbent 2 Olivia Hu 5 Katerina Baduk 9 Jonathan Finke 10 Samantha Marfoglio LEVEL 5C 1 Francisco Fischer * National rank 6th http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153180 Mon, 16 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153180 Creative Pieces Featured in Local Paper The Village Times Herald newspaper has published a number of creative pieces submitted by district students in this year's edition of "Pens & Pencils." To take a look at the students' work, please download the PDF below: http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153181 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153181 Minnesauke Shows 'Locks' of Love As part of their character education program, Minnesauke Elementary School students and community worked to help others through a Locks of Love charity event. To learn more about the program, please watch the video below: http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153182 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153182 Anti-Bullying Program Honored Minnesauke Elementary School’s STARS program – the building’s anti-bullying, character education program – was honored by the Suffolk County Anti-Bias Task Force for being an innovative school-based program that advances understating and promotes respect among students. The STARS program, which was created last year and fully implemented this school year, stands for Sharing, Trustworthy, Accepting, Respectful and Serving. Representing the school during the ceremony was STARS program coordinator Leia Woodruff, Assistant Principal Linda Messina and PBIS Committee members Christine Beck, Christine Becker, Melissa Heck, Kate Hunter and Jennifer Shea. Throughout the year, the school focuses on the five character traits outlined in the program. Each month, students who go above and beyond in demonstrating these traits are nominated for a Wii/pizza lunch with the principal, and staff members are also recognized for being “Guiding Lights.” Those “caught” displaying one of the STARS character traits are celebrated on a display in the main office. To continue to promote the program’s mission, students and staff members proudly wear their Minnesauke STARS T-shirts on a particular theme day each month. Additionally, the school’s PBIS committee and Ms. Woodruff created age appropriate books to help teach the program in the classroom and monthly STARS character calendars were made to help foster the home-to-school connection. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153175 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153175 Adding Up to Winning Results W.S. Mount Elementary School’s math team – the Mount Math Masters – once again achieved high scores at this year’s Suffolk County Math Tournament. The building’s two teams competed against 55 other Suffolk County teams comprised of fourth-, fifth- and sixth-graders in two different categories, individual and team. Both Mount teams competed on the sixth-grade level, even though there were several fourth- and fifth-graders on the rosters. Advancing past this year’s tough competition, the Mount teams earned both first- and third-place trophies at the event. “This was certainly the most challenging competition we have experienced at the tournament,” said team adviser Linda Earls. “I am delighted with the hard work and dedication the two teams have demonstrated.” This year’s Mount Math Masters team members included: First-Place Team: Matthew Fiorella – sixth-grade William Sun – sixth-grade Colin Patton – sixth-grade Jedidiah Tan – fifth-grade Alexander Lin – fourth-grade Third-Place Team: Keene Lu – sixth-grade Jonathan Huang – sixth-grade Alice Liu – fifth-grade Claire Yang – fourth-grade Carolyn Liu – fourth-grade In the individual competition, which included participants from all grade levels, the following students were presented with individual trophies for outstanding scores: Jonathan Huang (sixth-grade) – Seventh place Alexander Lin (fourth-grade) – 10th place Alice Liu (fifth-grade) – Second place Keene Lu (sixth-grade) – Fifth place Colin Patton (sixth-grade) – 11th place William Sun (sixth-grade) – Fourth place http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153176 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153176 Connecting to Community R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Community Connections Club, advised by teachers Emma Domino and Virginia Ferraro, has been applying the skills learned in their family and consumer sciences classes to form positive connections with the surrounding community. Over the past several months, they have completed several hands-on initiatives aimed at assisting various professional organizations and local individuals. The group has coordinated a clothing drive for young teens through the SCO Family of Services, collected bottle caps for pediatric oncology IV tubes, made a dozen blankets for the Stony Brook Medical Center, knitted and crocheted more than 90 hats for the Stony Brook neonatal unit and raised $160 for the Save Our Strength organization, which distributes funds, clothing, food and school supplies to U.S. children in need. Additionally, with the help of the building’s international food classes, the group helped to deliver prepared meals for the Murphy Food Pantry, which services local individuals. “If we can involve students within their local community at the junior high level now, it is our hope is that their community involvement will continue through adulthood, and they will be a lifelong involved community member,” said Ms. Ferraro. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153177 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153177 6/13/ 14 - Arrowhead's Flag Day Ceremony Has Been Cancelled Due to Weather http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153174 Fri, 13 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153174 New Gelinas Principal The district has named William Bernhard as the new principal of P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, effective July 1, 2014. Mr. Bernhard will replace Thomas Colletti, who has served as interim principal during the 2013-14 school year. Mr. Bernhard has spent his entire professional career in the district, beginning as a mathematics teacher at Gelinas and Ward Melville High School in 1997. Throughout his tenure in the district, Mr. Bernhard has also served as the chairman of the mathematics department at both junior high schools and Ward Melville, a position he currently holds. “Mr. Bernhard has proven to be an exceptional leader while working within our secondary mathematics departments, and we are confident his leadership will be a tremendous asset for our students and staff at Gelinas,” said Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich. In addition to his work in the district, Mr. Bernhard has served in a number of capacities within the mathematics department at Stony Brook University since the fall of 1997. He holds a bachelor’s of science and master of art in mathematics from Stony Brook University. In recognition of his professional career, he has received honors from several regional educational establishments, including being named a Brookhaven Influential Secondary School Educator and earning the Applied Mathematics and Statistics Outstanding Teacher Award. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153173 Tue, 10 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153173 Board Honors Science Teams The Board of Education honored the accomplishments of this year’s Science Olympiad teams from P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Junior High Schools during their early June meeting. Each team member was presented with a certificate of recognition and commended for the many medals they were awarded during their regional, state and national competitions. Gelinas finished this year’s season with an 11th place ranking at the National Science Olympiad Competition and took home first-place honors at both the state and regional contests. Murphy placed fifth at the state competition and ranked second during the Eastern Long Island Regional Science Olympiad Tournament. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153171 Mon, 09 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153171 Joining Town Recycling Efforts As part of the school’s continued recycling efforts, Setauket Elementary School kindergartners in Lori Bard’s and Kelly Freeman’s classes were selected to beautify a 55-gallon drum for the Town of Brookhaven Painting and Recycling Program. With the help of their teachers and several parent volunteers, the classes created a “Setauket Cares” design on the receptacle to symbolize their commitment to keeping their neighborhood free of waste. The painted piece will be placed in a town park within the surrounding area and will be used to promote the town’s single-stream recycling program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153172 Mon, 09 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153172 Band Performs for Baseball Fans Minnesauke Elementary School band students performed in front of a packed audience during the Long Island Ducks game against the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs. The students were applauded before helping the crowd cheer the Ducks to a 3-2 victory. Photo credit Greg Catalano. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153169 Fri, 06 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153169 Marching Band Debuts New Uniforms The Ward Melville High School marching band debuted their new uniforms and entertained the crowd during this year’s Stony Brook and East Setauket Memorial Day parades. The district thanks the Three Village Educational Foundation for their financial support, which led to the replacement of the band’s uniforms that dated back to 1977. Photo credit Greg Catalano. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153170 Fri, 06 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153170 An Open Letter to the Community from the Grimaldi Family Matthew has been a blessing to us since the day he was born. He has always been joyful, loving, caring, smart, funny, kind and beautiful in every way. It has been a comfort to our family knowing that so many others felt the same way about him. We have heard beautiful, heartwarming stories from the teachers, administrators and faculty in the Three Village School District. From Imagination Pre School to Ward Melville High School and all the years in between, Matthew brought his special gifts to school everyday, and touched their lives. Matthew’s classmates and friends from the Three Village schools as well as his teammates from the Three Village Baseball and Basketball leagues shared wonderful, kind and loving remembrances of him. We will always hold these close to our hearts. Our family would like to thank everyone who came to pay their respects to Matthew, to grieve a beautiful life cut short and celebrate the amazing young man he had become. Countless people have touched our hearts in so many ways, including families that didn’t know Matthew but have been touched by him. The collective love and support we have received from our community, friends and family has helped to carry us as we deal with our broken hearts. Our family is grateful for the outpouring of love, support, comfort, kindness and generosity you have shown us while we try to deal with our profound grief. We feel the love you have for Matthew, and are so very grateful for it. We will carry that love with us for the rest of our lives. With all our love and sincerest thanks, Julie, John and Johnny Grimaldi http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153168 Thu, 05 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153168 Summer Recall Revue - Friday, June 20 The Senior Alumni Summer Recall Revue Friday, June 20, 2014 7:30 pm - WMHS All tickets $10 at the door. Please see flyer for more details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153167 Thu, 05 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153167 Sex Offender Notification Please click to open letter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153166 Wed, 04 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153166 2014-15 SACC Registration Runs June 9-July 11. Click here for more information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153165 Tue, 03 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153165 Book Buddies Arrowhead Elementary School students in Tammy Oestreicher’s class worked with their fifth-grade buddies to become published authors. As part of the school’s anti-bullying and character education program, the students have been learning what it means to be a positive role model and the importance of making good choices. The students applied those lessons during their mentoring program to create books titled “Being a Friend Means…” The completed pieces included illustrations and sentences describing the qualities of a good friend. Each student received a keepsake copy of the project and a commemorative book was donated to the school library. The buddy program has been a longstanding tradition with the class. The fifth-graders volunteer their lunch and recess time to work with Ms. Oestreicher’s students and will continue their efforts next year as sixth-graders. Throughout the year, they work on different community service, holiday-based and social and emotional awareness campaigns. In April, they raised funds for autism research through a Light it Up Blue program. Working with the student government, the buddies sold bracelets and treats to raise $483 for Autism Speaks. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153162 Mon, 02 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153162 Head of the Class Out of a class of approximately 580 students, Ward Melville High School seniors Harrison Li and Carolina Zheng have been named the Class of 2014 valedictorian and salutatorian. Harrison will be heading to Harvard University this fall, and Carolina intends on studying computer science at the University of Pennsylvania. Commenting on this achievement, Principal Dr. Alan Baum said, “They are two terrific students who have worked exceptionally hard. They pursued rigorous and challenging courses of study, and the dedication they put into their work is to be highly commended. Kudos to each of them, their families for raising such great kids, and their teachers who have helped nurture their academic achievements. I couldn’t be happier for them, and I look forward to learning about their future accomplishments.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153163 Mon, 02 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153163 Spring Athletics Awards Rescheduled to Tuesday, June 3 at 7:00 pm **RESCHEDULED JUNE 2SPRING ATHLETICS AWARDS ** Please note that our Spring Athletic Awards Presentation scheduled for Monday, June 2 has been moved to Tuesday, June 3 at 7 p.m. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153164 Sun, 01 Jun 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153164 Musicians Shine During Spring Concert Ward Melville High School student-musicians entertained audiences during this year’s series of spring concerts. During the spring concert II, the jazz II and Ward Melville Honors Jazz Ensemble, concert band, symphonic band and wind ensemble performed a number of complex pieces. These included “Passages and Enchanted Spaces,” “Sweet Georgia Brown,” “Southwest Saga,” “Machu Picchu-City in the Sky” and “St. James Infirmary.” In recognition of the wind ensemble’s recent performance at the National Invitational Band Festival at Carnegie Hall, conductor Laura Gustavsen was presented with a commemorative plaque by high school Assistant Principal Michael Owen. The bands’ final concert – the Pops Concert – will take place on Tuesday, June 10, at 6 p.m. outside of Ward Melville High School. Photos provided by Greg Catalano. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153161 Fri, 30 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153161 Gelinas Team Competes Nationally P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s Science Olympiad team placed 11th in this year’s National Science Olympiad Tournament. During the event, the students competed against 60 teams from across the United States in 25 events. As a result of their preparation and dedication to the program, Gelinas medaled in seven events. The district congratulates the entire team, captains Ian Baram, Adam Dzurney and Kirti Nath, as well as coaches Gary Vorwald, Ed Daguerre and Monica Gerber. Students earning medals at this year’s national contest included: First place: Disease Detective – Kirti Nath and Arianna Parkhideh Second place: Solar System – Drake Eggelston and Sam Tan Third place: Heredity – Ian Baram and Kirti Nath Third place: Air Trajectory – Matt Todd and Finn Wander Fourth place: Road Scholar – Adam Dzurney and Andrew Zhang Fifth place: Helicopter – Michael Lu and Nestor Tchachenko Sixth place: Rocks and Minerals – Drake Eggelston and Emily Huang http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153159 Fri, 30 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153159 Supporting Boots on the Ground R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grader Eric Kirchner led the charge on a community service project aimed at providing the comforts of home to active-duty soldiers and veterans. Through the Ronkonkoma-based organization, Boots on the Ground New York, and with his family’s assistant, Eric volunteered at the food pantry that helps supply veterans with food and other needed supplies. Eric also coordinated a collection drive at the school. With the help of the Murphy community, Eric collected a number of supplies – including protein bars, toothpaste, peanut butter and phone cards – for the organization. After the initial success of the project, Eric organized an effort to have students in every English class and some special areas write letters of appreciation to the soldiers. Many of these letters were emblazoned with stars, strips, flags and eagles. “The troops love to receive these letters,” said Eric. “It affects them deeply and motivates them that people care about them and what they do.” In addition to Eric’s work at Murphy, he also coordinated similar collection efforts at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School and each of the district’s elementary schools. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153160 Fri, 30 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153160 Sharing a Love for Literacy P.J. Gelinas Junior High School National Junior Honor Society members recently visited Setauket Elementary School as part of an initiative to promote literacy. While at the school, the members read books to kindergarten and first-grade students and engaged the young learners in activities centered on literacy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153154 Mon, 26 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153154 Childhood Memory Inspires Winning Poem Ward Melville High School 10th-grader Grace Zhao was named a top 10 winner in the Creative Communications poetry contest. Grace’s essay, “When Dreams Were Made of Ham and Cheddar,” was selected from thousands of entries from the U.S. and Canada as one of the 10 best in her grade division. Grace’s piece focused on a childhood memory of enjoying time outside with her family and was completed as part of her independent writing class. As a top 10 winner, Grace received a commemorative certificate and monetary prize. Her piece will be included in the organization’s literary magazine. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153155 Mon, 26 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153155 High Honors at International Competition Ward Melville High School students Alexander Frenkel and Gary Ge were awarded bronze medals at the International Physics Olympiad. Every year since 1986, the American Association of Physics Teachers and the American Institute of Physics sponsor a competition for high school students to represent the U.S. at the International Physics Olympiad Competition. The mission of the U.S. physics team program is to promote and demonstrate academic excellence through preparation for and participation in the International Physics Olympiad. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153156 Mon, 26 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153156 Statement from Cheryl Pedisich Superintendent of Three Village Central School District The Three Village Board of Education and administration are extremely saddenedby thetragic loss of Ward Melville High School senior Matthew Grimaldi.Such a devastating and suddenloss like this can have a profound effect on the entireschool community.Members of the district’s crisis management team will be available to students and staff beginningonTuesday,May 27, 2014 to offer support and counselingonan as-needed basis. Thedistrict extendsour prayers and deepest condolences to Matthew's family and friends during this difficult time. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153158 Sun, 25 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153158 Music in the Parks Student-musicians from P.J. Gelinas Junior High School earned high honors at this year’s Music in the Parks festival at Hershey Park. The students rehearsed for this year’s festival under the direction of teachers Bob DePersio, Dan Hayes and Alisa Rabbitt. Competing against other schools from across surrounding states, the school groups earned the following distinctions: Vocal Vikings: • First Place – Superior Rating • Outstanding Baritone Section • Outstanding Flute Soloist – Christina Van Vechten • Best Overall Choral Ensemble – Perfect Scores Wind Ensemble: • First Place – JHS Band – Superior Rating • Best Clarinet Section Jazz Band: • First Place – JHS Band – Superior Rating • Best Brass Section • Best Saxophone Section Orchestra: • First Place – Superior Rating • Outstanding Soloist Award – Emma Cowan (violin) and Michael Zadok (cello) String Orchestra: • Third Place – Superior Rating http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153151 Thu, 22 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153151 ‘Sweeping’ Away the Competition Ward Melville High School senior Raymond Yin was named the Grand Award winner in the Energy category at the 2014 International Sustainable World Energy Engineering Environmental Project (ISWEEP) Olympiad in Houston in May. Raymond’s work was selected for the Grand Award from 385 projects from 66 countries. The project, “Graphene Oxide Membranes for Energy Efficient Ethanol Dehydration by Pervaporation,” successfully used graphene oxide, a form of carbon, to make a membrane that efficiently removes water from ethanol, which has become a major ingredient of automotive gasoline. Raymond’s filter will greatly lower fuel production costs, and allow increased biofuel usage, decreasing our dependence on foreign oil. In addition to the Grand Award, Raymond also won the MILSET USA Medal, and the Consumer Energy Alliance Energy Day Award. Raymond will be attending the University of Pennsylvania this fall, majoring in chemical engineering. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153152 Thu, 22 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153152 Penning Winning Poems The creative works of several district students earned top honors at this year’s Walt Whitman Birthplace Association’s annual poetry contest for students in grades 3-12. This year’s program generated approximately 4,000 entries. P.J. Gelinas Junior High School ninth-grader Isabelle Scott won first prize in category D and seventh-grader Rebecca Holt won first prize in category C. Additionally, Ward Melville High School senior Irene Poster and 10th-grader David Dill won first place in their respective grade categories. The students will be recognized on June 1 at the Walt Whitman Birthplace, where they will receive their awards. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153153 Thu, 22 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153153 Updated Immunization Information for Incoming 6th Grade Students Please read this important information about immunization requirements for students entering 6th grade in the fall of 2014. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153157 Thu, 22 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153157 Immigration Day at Mount W.S. Mount Elementary fifth-graders participate in annual Immigration Day program To learn more, watch the view below: http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154438 Tue, 20 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154438 Three Village Budget Passes: The Three Village Central School District thanks all members of the community for their participation in this year’s budget vote and trustee election. The district’s 2014-2015 budget passed by a vote of 2,326 to 843. Congratulations to trustees Inger Germano, Irene Gische and Dr. Jeffrey Kerman, who were re-elected to the district’s Board of Education. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153150 Tue, 20 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153150 Important information regarding Pertussis case at Gelinas Please click for important information regarding a reported Pertussis case at the Gelinas Junior High School http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153149 Fri, 16 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153149 Under the Big Top at Setauket Setauket Elementary School students learn a number of special skills with the help of the National Circus Project. To learn more, watch the view below: http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154437 Fri, 16 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154437 Summer Enrichment Program – Registration Extended to May 21 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153579 Thu, 15 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153579 Summer Community Swim Program - May 21, 2014 Registration Please follow this link to view the Summer Community Swim Program brochure. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154436 Wed, 14 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154436 Board Honors Staff and Students The Board of Education honored several staff members and students during a meeting in early May, commending them for their outstanding leadership, dedication and skills. Setauket Elementary School fourth-grade teacher Lisa Wall was commended for her work in leading a schoolwide food drive that collected more than 26,732 pounds of food for the LI Cares Harry Chapin Food Bank. As a result of the effort, Nick Cannon, host of “America’s Got Talent,” visited the school and acted as the principal for the day. R.C. Murphy Junior High School science teachers Michael Jantzen and Dawn Nachtigall were praised for recently being named New York State Master Teachers. The statewide program was first introduced this past fall by Gov. Cuomo to help create a community of teaching experts dedicating to providing first-rate learning experiences for students across New York and to help retain the best and brightest STEM educators. Only 215 educators from 10 regions in the state were selected this spring, joining the 104 teachers honored in October. Members of the Ward Melville High School Science Olympiad team were also commended for their positive displays of character and responsibility. The team, despite ranking first in the region, was disqualified from participating in the state Science Olympiad competition earlier this year due to a filing error. Despite this setback, they remained strong role models for their peers and volunteered during practices at the junior high level. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154434 Mon, 12 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154434 Nassakeag Career Day Nassakeag Elementary School students learn about a variety of careers during this year's Career Day program. To take an inside look at the program, watch the video below. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154435 Mon, 12 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154435 Poetry Speaks at RCM The cafeteria at R.C. Murphy Junior High was transformed into a posh café as students took part in this year’s Poetry Speaks event. The program, which was slightly different than the school’s traditional Poetry Slam, was held in celebration of students’ poetry and included entertainment and prizes. During the program, students shared 30 different pieces based on six different categories and were judged by a panel of four teachers and one student. In addition to the tickets purchased, attendees made nonperishable food donations to the Murphy Food Pantry. This year’s event was coordinated by teachers Brittany Bach and Michael Milillo. Judges were teachers Melanie Brendel, Elise Marley, John Strub and eighth-grader Ashley Fuchs. Congratulations to the following winners: Sophie Cicale – Most Humorous Poem Kathryn Zhao, Emily Yang, and Julia Hu – Best Group Performance Michael Selvaggio – Strongest Imagery Ashley Fridenberger – Strongest Symbolism Julia Cereola – Best Original Poem Emily Toth – Best Performance Poem http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154428 Fri, 09 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154428 Senior-Athletes Commit to College After competing on some of the school’s highly successful athletic teams, 15 Ward Melville High School student-athletes have chosen to continue their athletic careers at some of the nation’s top colleges and universities this fall. Eight students were invited to sign NCAA National Letters of Intent with Division I and II schools, and seven students were recruited to compete with Division III programs. “On behalf of the athletic department, school and district, I commend these students and their families on these outstanding accomplishments,” said Erin Blaney, executive director for health, physical education, recreation and athletics. “The amount of hard work, determination and perseverance that goes into being a student-athlete is tremendous. I extend my best wishes to these athletes as they continue to compete in college and look forward to hearing about their future accomplishments.” The district congratulates the following seniors on their athletic commitments: Division I Devon Reina – Ohio State University, Fencing Emmanuel Thomas – Ohio State University, Fencing Division II Joseph Basile – Chestnut Hill College, Baseball Elaina Frantellizzi – Queens University, Softball Jason Gallo – University of the Sciences, Baseball John Grauwiler – Tampa University, Lacrosse Randi Knepper – Dowling College, Soccer Ryan Wiberly – Dominican College, Lacrosse Division III Cole Laffitte – SUNY Oneonta, Tennis Tyler LaTourrette – Stevens University, Fencing Brandon Leap – Manhattanville College, Baseball Michael Lee – SUNY Oneonta, Lacrosse Thomas Moore – Franklin & Marshall, Lacrosse Matthew Pozmanter – Franklin & Marshall, Swimming Michael Troy – Berry College, Lacrosse http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154429 Fri, 09 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154429 Update on IG/Pi Programs http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154433 Wed, 07 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154433 Student Poem Published Online R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-grader Maggie Axelsen has become a published author, as her poem “The Moon” was featured on Teen Ink, a national online teen literary magazine. Maggie’s piece was written in the first person and focused on how the moon can be viewed by different people. In addition to being featured on the site, the piece was voted fourth in the Reader’s Choice Awards. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154426 Wed, 07 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154426 Juniors Enter National Scholarship Competition Based on their performance on the 2013 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, 39 Ward Melville High School students have met the requirements to enter the 2015 National Merit Scholarship competition. These students scored in the top three percent in the nation on this exam. The names of those students proceeding in the competition for the National Merit Scholarship Program’s various scholarship opportunities will be announced next fall. The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following scholars: Mitchell R. Berger Stephanie G. Chen Donald J. Della Pietra Niyati K. Desai Gabriel N. Downs Kyra A. Durko Tess E. Duryea Ashley L. Earl Ryan Fan Alexander Frenkel Gary L. Ge Jayne E. Green Nicholas Greene Kriti Jindal Jessica Ju Marvin Lee Edward Liu Sapna P. Nath Adina Nawaz Daria E. Purdy Ramya Rao Cyrus T. Rastegar Jared A. Rifkin Erika J. Riley Nicole Schneider Angad Singh Luke J. Sugre Nicholas J. Thornton Runda Tian Eric E. Wang Felix Y. Wang John L. Welde Grace E. Whitney Benjamin M. Winston Jeremey Wong Hannah C. Yen Rui Zhang Yongqi Zhu Evan Zou http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154427 Wed, 07 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154427 Message to Parents Regarding Instagram Dear Parent/Guardian, It has come to the attention of the school district that there are multiple Instagram sites that have caused harm and unnecessary emotional distress for some of our students, primarily at the junior high level. For those not familiar with Instagram, it is an online photo-sharing, video-sharing and social networking service. Based upon our knowledge, users of these sites have posted pictures of students and revealed private or confidential information about the individuals in this public forum. It should go without saying that this is very upsetting for the students involved and for our district. The district is currently investigating the source of these sites and adhering to our Code of Conduct. As always, we encourage you to speak with your child about Instagram and other social media sites. Monitoring or overseeing your child’s activity on the computer and/or cell phones is critical and will enable you to become more informed. This is essential for creating a safer social climate for your children in today’s culture. Please do not hesitate to contact the building administration or guidance office if you have any questions or concerns. We truly appreciate all your support and we hope to have this situation resolved shortly. Working together, school and community, we can maintain the safety of all our students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154430 Tue, 06 May 2014 21:15:00 GMT false154430 Two RCM Educators Named NYS Master Teachers R.C. Murphy Junior High School science teachers Michael Jantzen and Dawn Nachtigall have been named New York State Master Teachers. The statewide program was first introduced this past fall by Gov. Cuomo to help create a community of teaching experts dedicating to providing a first-rate learning experiences for students across New York and to help retain the best and brightest STEM educators. Only 215 educators from 10 regions in the state were selected this spring and join the 104 teachers honored in October. “I am excited and honored to join the Master Teacher program and look forward to not only refining my own teaching practices, but also finding innovative ways to reach other educators and their prospective students in STEM education,” said Mr. Jantzen, who has been teaching earth science in the district for the past nine years. “This platform will give me the opportunity to share my enthusiasm for finding new methods to keep students engaged in science.” “As both a classroom teacher and a Ph.D. student in science education, I feel the Master Teacher program provides me a great opportunity to share my knowledge and experience with pre- and in-service teachers,” said Ms. Nachtigall, who has been teaching in the district for the past 16 years, primarily in the area of seventh-grade science. “Providing support to new teachers is a critical component of science education reform. Strengthening teachers of STEM disciplines will ultimately lead to more successful science students and a more skilled workforce in science-related fields.” As Master Teachers, both Mr. Jantzen and Ms. Nachtigall will engage in peer mentoring and intensive content-orientated professional development opportunities throughout the academic year. Additionally, they will work closely with pre-service and early career teachers to foster a supportive environment for the next generation of STEM teachers. “It is a true honor and privilege to have both of these fine teachers here at Murphy – our students are extremely fortunate,” said Principal Vincent Vizzo. “These two educators are a fine example of the outstanding teachers working in our school district,” said Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich. “Acknowledging them in this fashion is a true testament to their dedication to the field and recognizes them as premier educators in the state.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154432 Tue, 06 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154432 Information Regarding AIMSweb The district is aware of some concerns by parents with students in grades kindergarten through third regarding the use of AIMSweb assessments. AIMSweb has been used for several years in Three Village as one of the tools used to measure student growth. The program has also been used for Response to Intervention (RTI) through a tiered assessment and instruction framework - allowing educators to screen all students using valid and reliable assessments, monitor the effects of their interventions and make important data-driven decisions. Please be advised that AIMSweb is not a mandated assessment by the New York State Education Department and will no longer be used for the purpose of teachers’ evaluations after this year. As this service continues to provide valuable information, the district asks for the community's continued understanding of the use of this program in order to provide the best possible feedback on the progress of the students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154431 Tue, 06 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154431 Piano Students Earn Top Honors Several Three Village students have earned high praise at this year’s Suffolk Piano Teachers Foundation Piano Competition. These awards reflect not only the effort and talent of the students, but also the support of music education that the parents, school and community demonstrate. The first-place winners of each division received a cash award and will perform their winning piece at one of two honors recitals at Stony Brook University’s Staller Center. Congratulations to the following district winners: Maxim Pustovoit, Minnesauke Elementary School Third-Grader – Second place (Elementary Division) for “Reflections in the Moonlight,” M. Springer Alicia Heintzelman, Nassakeag Elementary School Sixth-Grader – First place (Early Intermediate Division) for “Tokyo Twilight,” M. Bober Sofia Stacchiola, W.S. Mount Elementary School Fifth-Grader – Second place (Early Intermediate Division) for “Gypsy Dance,” H. Lichner Karen Xie, W.S. Mount Elementary School Sixth-Grader – First place (Late Intermediate Division) for Variations, Op. 40, No. 1, D. Kabalevsky Krista Olson, Ward Melville High School 12th-Grader – Second place (Advanced Division) for Liebestraum, No. 3, F. Liszt Gabriel Downs, Ward Melville High School 11th-Grader – Third place (Advanced Division) for “Rustles of Spring,” C. Sinding http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154422 Sun, 04 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154422 Murphy Student Named Winner in National Writing Contest R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-grader Noor Kamal was named a national winner in the NCTE Promising Young Writers Program. Nationally, there were 171 students nominated and 39 were chosen as outstanding writers. There were only eight winners from New York. For the contest, Noor submitted two original pieces, one themed and one representing her best work. This year’s theme was “The Best Thing I Ever Read While Growing Up.” Teams of teachers at the national level judged the writing submissions and selected the top entries. Best works and themed writings were judged holistically on content, purpose, audience, tone, word choice, organization, development and style. The school-based writing program was established in 1985 to stimulate and recognize students’ writing talents and emphasize the importance of writing skills among eighth-grade students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154423 Sun, 04 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154423 Protecting the Earth Nassakeag Elementary School students celebrated Earth Day by participating in a variety of earth-friendly activities. The sixth-grade students in Robyn Weinstein’s class once again coordinated a Waste-Free Lunch Week, which aimed to reduce the amount of waste created during the school’s lunch times. Leading up to the week, the sixth-graders made announcements and visited classrooms to inform their peers about the initiative and the ways in which they could participate. The students were encouraged to use recyclable lunch containers, use washable trays during lunch and monitor how many disposable utensils they select. “Every bit we can do to help the earth helps and when we ban together as a school, we can make a bigger impact,” said sixth-grader Halle Marte. “I hope all students see how much garbage we are able to reduce by doing something as simple as using recyclable materials,” added Mackenzie Gregory. On average, the school produces 10 garbage cans full of trash per day that weigh approximately 70 pounds each. As a result of the students’ collective efforts, during the weeklong project, the school disposed of hundreds less pounds of trash. The Student Council, advised by Adele Gibbons, also helped to clean up the earth as they coordinated the school’s annual Grounds Cleanup Day. Equipped with protective gloves and trash bags, the students walked the perimeter of school and removed any waste items left behind. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154424 Sun, 04 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154424 Student Filmmaker Earns Recognition The creative talents of Ward Melville High School student Henry Dacosta earned top recognition at two film competitions. The student’s film “House 9” has been accepted into the ninth annual Santa Monica, California Teen Film Festival, and he was awarded second place and a scholarship for a PSA he created about distracted driving for Project Yellow Light. The Santa Monica Teen Film Festival is an interdepartmental initiative between the Santa Monica Cultural Affairs Division, the Santa Monica Public Library, the Virginia Avenue Park Teen Center, Office of Sustainability & Environment and City TV. Its purpose is to showcase and provide an outlet for the creative talents of teen filmmakers, as well as encourage youth to use the art of filmmaking as a form of creative expression and commentary on the world in which they live. Although the festival is open to films by teens from around the globe, the public screenings take place in Santa Monica. Project Yellow Light is a national scholarship competition designed to bring about change and end distracted driving. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154425 Sun, 04 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false154425 May 5, 2014 - Incoming 7th Grade Athletic Orientation at 6:00 pm The orientation is scheduled at 6:00 pm at Murphy Junior High School. Information session is for Murphy and Gelinas parents/students entering grade 7 in the fall of 2014. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153592 Sun, 04 May 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153592 Fun with Fractions As part of their mathematics unit on fractions, Arrowhead Elementary School third-graders learned about the complex subject in a fun and creative way. To visually represent the topic, the students transformed simple shapes into multiple art pieces and then completed math equations to determine the fractal equivalent of the items. “The students have been having fun with fractions as they bring math to life with beautiful work,” said teacher Patricia Cipriano. “They’ve been working hard to learn the subject matter, and these hands-on projects helped them enjoy what they are learning.” During the project, the students created “Fraction Sundaes” using nine paper scoops of ice cream and determining what percent of each were included; “Fraction Kites” using 25 different colored squares and determining what fraction of each was represented; and “Fraction Creatures” using one circle cut into many pieces to make up a picture. Additionally, after reading the book “Grandfather Tang’s Story,” the students created “Tangram Illustrations,” a Chinese form of storytelling with seven shapes cut from a square of paper. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153590 Wed, 30 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153590 Pennies for Patients Nassakeag Elementary School students and staff members collected spare change for a worthy cause this spring. During a two-week Pennies for Patients drive, the school raised more than $1,255 for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society. The effort, which was the building’s most successful to date, was spearheaded by the Nassakeag Student Council. The names of those who contributed to the cause were put on a “Wall of Pennies” display board in the building, which served as a visual reminder of the cause. According to the society’s website, “Pennies for Patients is a service learning, character education and philanthropy program that gives students a unique experience making a difference through teamwork — working together to aid thousands of children and adults in the fight blood cancers like leukemia.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153591 Wed, 30 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153591 3rd Quarter Report Cards for Grades 7-12 Now Viewable in the Portal Please check the Campus Portal for 3rd Quarter Report Cards. They are in the "Reports" section on the left hand side. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153589 Sun, 27 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153589 Ward Melville Student Earns Trip to Germany As a result of his outstanding performance on the 2014 National German Exam for High School Students, Ward Melville High School 10th-grader Jeffrey Michel was awarded an all-expense-paid summer study trip to Germany. Jeffrey was selected as a national winner after scoring in the 99th percentile on the Level 3 exam sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of German. Nearly 21,000 students participated in this year’s program. After initially qualifying with a high school on the National German Exam, Jeffrey submitted responses to several short essay questions in both German and English, and was then interviewed by a committee comprised of high school teachers and college professors of German. Jeffrey is one of 44 students in the nation to receive this award. The trip includes round-trip airfare between New York and Germany, a home stay with a host family, and excursions to places of cultural and historical significance. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153584 Sat, 26 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153584 Building Bridges, Earning Top Awards Ward Melville High School student Michael W. Skolnick won the top spot in Brookhaven National Laboratory's 2014 Model Bridge Building Contest. More than 180 high school students from 13 Suffolk County high schools entered the competition, for which they designed and built model bridges with the goal of making the lightest bridge to hold a maximum load of 50 kilograms. Skolnick's bridge weighed 19.1 grams and held 125.8 pounds, 2,987.5 times its own weight. The construction and testing of model bridges promotes the study and application of physics and engineering principles and helps students develop hands-on skills. Students get a flavor of what it is to be an engineer, designing structures to a set of specifications and then seeing them perform their function. Brookhaven Lab's Office of Educational Programs coordinated the Model Bridge Building Contest. The two top winners, Skolnick and Schulz, are eligible to enter the 2014 National Bridge Building Contest, to be held in Chicago on May 10. At an awards ceremony held at BNL on March 28, John Carter of the U.S. Department of Energy's Brookhaven Site Office told students that the real goal of competitions such as these is to spark curiosity and encourage them to think and learn. "The Department of Energy sponsors these contests to promote work force development and inspire our next generation of leaders," said Carter. "If we can help catapult students to embark on a career in science or engineering, then mission accomplished. I congratulate all of you." http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153585 Sat, 26 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153585 Students’ Commercial Airs on AMC A commercial created by Ward Melville High School students Henry Da Costa, Stephen Jackson, Rose Kelso, Nicholas Mancuso and Megan White, with the help of video production teacher Stephanie DiLorenzo, was selected to air during the new AMC series “TURN.” The series, as described on the network’s website, is “based on Alexander Rose’s book ‘Washington’s Spies,’ and tells the untold story of America’s first spy ring. A historical thriller set during the Revolutionary War, ‘TURN’ centers on Abe Woodhull, a farmer living in British-occupied Long Island who bands together with his childhood friends to form the Culper Ring – an unlikely team of secret agents who not only went on to help George Washington turn the tide of the war, but also gave birth to modern spycraft.” As this topic has particular significance to the local area, the students took a great interest in the project, which was made for the Three Village Historical Society about the series. The students’ piece can be seen during the multiweek series, which airs on AMC starting at 9 p.m. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153586 Sat, 26 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153586 Preparing for National Science Competition P.J. Gelinas Junior High School's Science Olympiad Team will head to the national competition this May. Watch the video below to learn more about their successful year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153588 Fri, 25 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153588 Community Invited to DiLo Guild Awards – May 15. Click here for details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153587 Thu, 24 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153587 Leaving a Colorful Legacy Setauket Elementary School sixth-graders have continued the tradition of helping to beautify their school and increase their peers’ knowledge of art history through their grade level’s mural initiative. Each year, the school’s graduating class completes one or a small series of murals based on the works of one or more famous artists. As art appreciation is discussed at length in the art program, each of the pieces selected has been studied by the students throughout their elementary careers. This year’s projects centered on the works of Georgia O’Keeffe, René Magritte, Charles Bibbs and Franz Marc. This is the 12th year of the Setauket sixth-grade mural project, an initiative coordinated by retiring art teacher Renee Caine. “When I started, my goal was to bring a bit of the art world to the walls of Setauket – to create a type of walking museum,” explained Ms. Caine. “Each of the murals encompasses a different style of art and different techniques. It is a project that the students look forward to each year – in fact, they begin asking what sixth-grade murals they will be painting in the fifth grade.” “I really enjoyed painting the details and getting the chance to paint on our school walls in a beautiful way,” said sixth-grader Ella Bear. “I hope that future generations of Setauket students see the murals and are inspired to paint new ones when they are in sixth grade.” “My favorite was painting the blue bird in the one mural because it had a different meaning for me than the other pieces,” said Will Shangold. “I liked the calming nature of the painting and was excited to have a hand in painting it, since it was one of my favorites pieces to study.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153580 Wed, 23 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153580 Students’ Artwork Earns LI Honors Artwork created by Ward Melville High School students Rachel Kramer and Nicole Pancotto was selected for showcase at the Heckscher Museum of Art in Huntington as part of the Long Island’s Best young artists contest. This year, 310 students from across Long Island entered work in the contest, and only 85 were chosen to be in the show. In addition to being showcased at the exhibit, Rachel’s sculpture, titled “Layers,” took the Donald and Gloria Horn Scholarship Award. Both students’ sculptures were on display during the month of April. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153581 Wed, 23 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153581 Second Annual Living Book Project The Living Book Project is an innovative educational and interdisciplinary experience that brings together diverse Long Island high school students in learning. For the second year, Three Village students and educators took part in this program, delving deep into topics and engaging in enriching discussions. The Living Book Project originated as a collaboration between the district and Stony Brook University in 2013. Lauren Kaushansky, a professor at Stony Brook University, and Elizabeth Kelso, Ph.D., an educator at Three Village, were supported by Stony Brook University and Penguin Random House to recreate their vision, this time using Marjane Satrapi’s graphic memoir “The Complete Persepolis.” This coming-of-age story is about a girl growing up in Iran during the revolution and follows her personal and political growth through her 20s. Joining Ward Melville students at the event were students from Amityville Memorial, Brentwood, Longwood and Riverhead high schools. Throughout the day, students participated in a range of interdisciplinary workshops, which included music, Persian culture, revolution, memoir, comic art, news literacy, political science and history. Workshops were developed and run by university professors and students, community members and high school teachers, who collaborated to develop a rich and dynamic experience for all students. The Living Book Project is an emotionally moving, thought-provoking and innovative program for all who experience it, bringing to life the concepts and messages expressed in Satrapi’s memoir. Students are able to experience the different perceptions of others while having the chance to express their interpretations of the deep dynamic aspects of the story in an engaging and open exchange. Students in the program are given invaluable exposure to cultural and social perspectives while reinforcing the value of critical thinking and the power of personal expression. This year’s program was also deepened by a rich exhibit titled “Marvels & Monsters: Asian Images in Comics and Graphic Narratives,” which is on temporary display at Stony Brook University’s Charles B. Wang Center. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153582 Wed, 23 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153582 FBLA Team Wins Big at States Ward Melville High School’s Future Business Leaders of America team, advised by business teachers Alyssa Gold and Carol Vonnes, had a remarkably successful season and most recently competed at the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Rochester, N.Y. Over three days, the students competed in various business events focused on different elements of the business world. With more than 600 students in attendance, Ward Melville’s students brought home 25 awards, which was the second highest amount won in the state. As a result of their performance at the state competition, at least 18 team members have secured spots to compete at the National Leadership Conference in Nashville, Tenn., in June. First Place Ariel Leong – Business Math Eric Li – Computer Problem Solving Carolina Zheng – Cyber Security Dinko Franceschi – Insurance and Risk Management Kyra Durko, Theo Gibbs and Carly Weber-Levine – Marketing Luke Sugrue and William Yoo – Sports and Entertainment Marketing Harrison Li – Spreadsheet Applications Second Place Donna Yu – Agribusiness Dinko Franceschi, Luke Sugrue and Philippe Tarjan – Banking and Financial Systems Benjamin Winston – Business Communication Eric Wang – Business Procedures Ramya Rao – Cyber Security Harrison Li, Ramya Rao and William Yoo– Entrepreneurship Emily Winston – FBLA Principles and Procedures Third Place Carly Weber-Levine – Business Procedures William Yoo – Electronic Career Portfolio Harriet O’Brien, Ramya Rao, Katie Wang and Emily Winston – Parliamentary Procedure Team Fourth Place Stephanie Chen – Computer Applications Ariel Leong, Thomas Li, and Katie Wang – Hospitality Management Emily Winston – Intro to Business Communication Eric Li, Dan Yu and Carolina Zhen – Website Design Fifth Place Stephanie Chen – Business Calculations Dan Yu – Computer Problem Solving Carolina Zheng – Networking Concepts Ramya Rao – Parliamentary Procedure Individual http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153583 Wed, 23 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153583 Meet the Candidate Night Cancelled The "Meet the Candidate" night, initially scheduled for May 6, 2014 at WMHS has been cancelled. The current BOE incumbents are running unopposed. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153578 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153578 Setauket Wins Food Drive Contest, Nick Cannon Visits After spending many hours collecting canned and nonperishable food items on weekends and after school, Setauket Elementary School was named the first-place winner in the Nick Cannon “Takeover” Food Drive, coordinated by LI Cares and Party 105. As a result of the schoolwide effort, organized by fourth-grade teacher Lisa Wall and assisted by Pam Austin and Pam Roberts, the school collected 26,732 pounds of food for the LI Cares Harry Chapin Food Bank. For winning the contest, Nick Cannon, host of “America’s Got Talent,” visited the school before spring break and served as principal for the day. A large number of donations were collected by Ms. Wall and her class, who distributed posters and letters at school and led the effort three weekends in a row, soliciting donations outside several local food stores. Student council members, sixth-grade volunteers and many parents were also instrumental in the process, as they inspired the entire school to take part in the challenge and aid those in need. The 43 participating schools collected a total of 139,158 pounds of food during the drive, which will assist LI Cares in providing 115,502 meals for families across Long Island. “We tried to get all the students involved in the food drive” said Ms. Wall. “They were really excited to have won Nick Cannon as their principal for a day, but I think they understand that helping others was really the most important part of this contest.” As a special thanks to Ms. Wall and her students for their extraordinary efforts, the class was invited to tour the LI Cares facility, help sort donations and attend a presentation on the hunger concern on Long Island. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153577 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153577 National Praise for Chamber Orchestra The Ward Melville High School chamber orchestra, under the direction of Phil Gelfer, took high honors at this year’s World Strides Heritage Festival in Boston. The festival featured performing groups from the Northeast to Canada and Florida. More than 800 students from 14 school systems took part in the festival. As a result of their flawless performance, the chamber orchestra received first-place gold honors in all three orchestra categories. In addition, as the highest-scoring group at the weekend competition, Ward Melville received the prestigious Adjudicator’s Award for outscoring both the instrumental and choral groups at the festival. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153574 Tue, 15 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153574 Sprachfest 2014 Ward Melville High School students had the chance to attend this year’s Sprachfest at Hauppauge High School. The program, which is an annual Long Island German Language Festival for middle and high schoolers and is sponsored by the AATG-LI (the Long Island chapter of the American Association of Teachers of German), highlights the study of German in a fun way and creates excitement around, with and through German language and culture. It also serves to unite the German educational communities with the larger German-American community, as several local societies attend the program to help with the competitions and judging. During the program, the students competed against peers from across Long Island in a series of competitve and noncompetitive events. These included competitive events like culture bowl, music, Scrabble, geography, spelling and vocabulary, as well as non-competitive events such as singing, German speaking corner, soccer clinic and bingo. The Ward Melville students enjoyed a memorable day utilizing their German language skills and many received ribbons or certificates for their successful placement in the events. The honorees include: Baking Competition: 1st place – Vanilla Crescents: Daron Klett 2nd place – Frankfurter Kranz: Jonathan Fink Geography Bee 2nd place – Daron Klett 3rd place – Andrew Mata Music – Instrumental (9/10 group) 1st place – Jonathan Finke, Thomas Kiernan, Victoria LaRocco, Jeffrey Michel, Dana Smith Poetry Contest (9/10 Individual) 2nd place – Jeffrey Michel 3rd place – Sydney Baranowski Poetry Contest (11/12 Individual) 3rd place – Jonathan Fink Program Design Contest 3rd place – Gemma Beals-Reid Scrabble Competition (10th Grade Division) 3rd place – Thomas Kiernan, Victoria La Rocco, Andrew Mata, Demian Zuric Skits 1st place – Sydney Baranowski, Jonathan Finke, Jeffrey Michel, Dana Smith Spelling Bee 1st place – Sydney Baranowski http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153575 Tue, 15 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153575 Annual Spring into Art Exhibit - 4/26 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153567 Mon, 14 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153567 Courtroom Lessons The Three Village Mock Trial Team, comprised of nine students from P.J. Gelinas Junior High School and Ward Melville High School, recently completed their inaugural season. During the year, the students entered six competitions and advanced to the semifinal round of the county competition at the Suffolk County District Court in Central Islip before judges. To prepare for the competitions, the students practiced between four and eight hours a week under the guidance of Douglas Elliot, a Paul J. Gelinas JHS teacher, to learn legal terms, crafting arguments, critical thinking and elocution. In addition to the organized competitions, the team also participated in a mock trial exhibition for the residents of Jefferson’s Ferry in South Setauket. This event was held as a service to the residents of Jefferson’s Ferry. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153572 Sat, 12 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153572 Showcasing Skills Ward Melville High School students enrolled in the Eastern LI Academy for Applied Technology (former BOCES) program, recently competed and earned top honors at this year’s SkillsUSA regional contest at Suffolk County Community College. This national organization is found at many vocational schools and offers students the chance to demonstrate their knowledge of the hands-on subjects they are studying. During this year’s contest, Ward Melville students earned the following awards: Amanda Giattino – 1st place, Promo Bulletin Board; 1st place Pin Design Jessica Ouderkirk – 2nd place, Pin Design Kathleen O’Brien – 2nd place, Advertising Design Alyssa Concolino – 2nd place, Opening/Closing Ceremony Samantha Villella – 2nd place, Health Knowledge Bowl As a result of their outstanding placement at the regional level, Concolino, Giattino, O’Brien and Villella are going to the NY State SkillsUSA competition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153573 Sat, 12 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153573 WMHS Staff Trained in CPR http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153576 Fri, 11 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153576 Review of Elementary Math Program http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153568 Thu, 10 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153568 Gelinas Heads to Nationals P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s Science Olympiad team once again dominated the competition at this year’s New York State Science Olympiad tournament and took home first-place honors, which qualifies them to advance to the national competition. The team, comprised of 15 students in grades seven through nine, with 15 alternates, was led by captains Ian Baram, Adam Dzurney, and Kirti Nath, and advised by coach Gary Vorwald with the assistance of Michael Bouklas, Ed Daguerre, Christine DiFede, Monica Gerber, Christopher Marotta and Hope Schroeder, as well as members of the Ward Melville High School team. During the contest, Gelinas competed against 36 of the state’s best teams in 25 events. Medals were awarded to the top six places in each event. Gelinas was awarded medals in 19 out of 25 events, including 11 golds, four silvers and one bronze. “I am so proud of all the students in our Gelinas Science Olympiad program,” said Mr. Vorwald. “Their hard work and dedication has again been rewarded with great accomplishments. This is the 10th consecutive year that Gelinas has been first or second in New York State, and I believe this is due to the culture of learning and teamwork that we have fostered. We had more than 85 students participate in the program, and every one of them is a winner in my book. They have learned to love what Science Olympiad is about: the pursuit of learning science and technology in a fun, nurturing and competitive environment. I am also proud of the teamwork exhibited by the team and how the kids genuinely care for each other and help each other. This has contributed to our success as much as the hard work of all of our team members.” In addition to Gelinas’ first-place win, R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Science Olympiad Team placed fifth at the state competition and received medals in 10 of the 25 events. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153569 Wed, 09 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153569 Promoting Cultural Awareness of Japan Ward Melville High School student Fongrui Tong received third place in Stony Brook University’s Japan Center Essay Contest. The aim of the Japan Center Essay Competition is to promote awareness and understanding of Japan in the United States and help young Americans broaden their international horizons. Contestants had to write about one or more aspects of Japan including art, culture, tradition, values, philosophy, history, society, politics, business and technology in relation to their personal views, experiences and/or future goals. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153571 Wed, 09 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153571 Students Work to Advance Science Technology Ward Melville High School science research students Nimra Ghani, Swati Gupta, Sapna Nath and Adina Nawaz were named regional winners in the grade 10-12 division of the 2014 Toshiba/NSTA Exploravision contest. The competition challenged the students to take a current technology and project it 20 years in the future using current scientific techniques. The four juniors worked on a project to prevent breast cancer by working with an engineered gene and zinc fingers, a protein that binds to specific DNA. The students worked within the area of BRCA genes, which are closely related to breast cancer. The students were advised by Ward Melville InSTAR teacher Dr. George Baldo and Dr. Diana Murray throughout their research project. As regional winners, each student received a tablet from the company along with a framed certificate. The district was also awarded a laptop with advanced software, a commemorative banner and a plaque. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153570 Wed, 09 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153570 Learning to Stay Healthy Setauket Elementary School third- through sixth-grade students had the chance to take an up-close look at the field of medicine when members of the Stony Brook University Class of 2015 physicians assistants program visited the building. During the event, the students attended a variety of hands-on and informational health literacy workshops. The stations focused on the heart, germs and the brain. Students learned how the heart pumps blood and is a muscle that never stops working through a fist pumping station; tested their heart rate both before and after a short exercise; learned how neurons allow the brain to function; and the effectiveness of hand washing using “germ goo” and black lights. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153563 Sat, 05 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153563 Winning Photo Displays at Smithsonian Ward Melville High School student-artist Alan Wei has earned high praise in a national contest organized by the Wilderness50 Coalition, along with the staff at Nature’s Best Photography. Three of Alan’s photos were chosen for consideration in the Nature’s Best Photography Wilderness Forever Photo Contest, and one of those three photos was chosen as an honorable mention. As an honorable mention winner, Alan’s piece will be on exhibition at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C., opening on Sept. 3. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153564 Sat, 05 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153564 The Ward Melville Heritage Organization Summer Programs http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153566 Fri, 04 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153566 JHS Hit Musicals P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high school’s student-actors dazzled audiences this March with their musical productions of “Tarzan” and “Legally Blonde,” respectively. Nearly 500 seventh- through ninth-grade students were involved in the productions after months of rehearsals under the direction of Robert DePersio (Gelinas) and Anthony Pollera (Murphy). In addition to the audiences that packed the school’s auditoriums during the regular shows, each school showcased this year’s musical during free daytime performances for the district’s sixth-graders and senior citizen community. As this year’s musical marked the 30th anniversary of the theater arts program at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, a special ceremony was held during the show’s Friday performance. During the event, Gelinas Principal Marion Gaigal was honored for her instrumental role in starting the program in 1984 and a special slideshow, prepared by art teacher Corinne Keane, covering the 30-year program, was displayed. Ms. Gaigal was also presented with an honorary “Oscar” from Mr. DePersio and members of the cast. Click here to view the P.J. Gelinas JHS slideshow. Click here to view the R.C. Murphy JHS slideshow. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153565 Thu, 03 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153565 Lessons Spotlighted Internationally P.J. Gelinas Junior High School art teacher Michael Sacco recently had his fifth article published in the internationally read SchoolArts magazine. “The Selfie Project” is a ninth-grade media arts project, which explores the self-portrait and digital media. The article speaks to the role of the self-portrait throughout art history, and the challenges that arise with the self-image of the junior high school student. Accompanying the written piece was artwork completed by Gelinas’ ninth-graders Bella Ayer and Amy Huang. Mr. Sacco was asked to spotlight this project by the magazine’s editor for its special National Art Education Association National Conference issue, which will feature new media lessons. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153560 Thu, 03 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153560 Space Adventures W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth-graders journeyed more than 70 years into the future to experience a space mission firsthand. During the live e-mission “Moon, Mars and Beyond,” the students made connections to their classroom math, language arts and science lessons as they helped NASA locate and rescue a lost spaceship that was orbiting one of the outer planets. During the videoconference, which was run with a flight director at mission control from the Challenger Learning Center at Wheeling Jesuit University, the students worked in planet teams to analyze and compute answers to a variety of mathematical questions. By examining different variables and making predictions, including how much food, oxygen and water would be needed for the mission, the fifth-graders were able to successfully accomplish the rescue. In addition to tying into the school’s math and science curricula, the activity also allowed students to practice their reading skills, think critically and logically, and learn how to communicate effectively with teammates. “This was a fun and exciting way to learn about some of the topics we were talking about in math and science,” said fifth-grader Emma Fitzsimons. “I learned a lot about the different planets and enjoyed the fun math problems.” Prior to the videoconference, the students researched each of the planets, learning about their distance from the sun, surface materials and other facts, before working in small groups to create posters depicting their findings. Additionally, classroom teachers focused on graphing skills and conducted simulated math problems. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153561 Thu, 03 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153561 Curling Up with a Good Book Nassakeag Elementary School kindergarten through second-grade students celebrated literacy during an evening read aloud program called Milk and Cookies Night. During the event, students enjoyed hearing songs performed by Johnny Cuomo, listening to several classic stories read aloud by members of the Ward Melville High School National Honor Society and sampling a selection of milk and cookies with friends. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153562 Thu, 03 Apr 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153562 Creating a Client’s Brand Ward Melville High School 10th- through 12th-graders enrolled in the school’s Advanced Graphic class had the chance to take part in a real-world exercise when they recently created and presented branding designs to a company. The students began the project by interviewing the client – the Puppet Shakespeare Players from Manhattan – before working to create a logo and a “look” for the company. “Over the years, the graphic design program at Ward Melville High School has offered students a look into the lives of designers,” said Jennifer Trettner, teacher and chairperson for art and technology. “Students have thought outside the box and solved real-world problems while gaining invaluable experience and creating a strong and competitive portfolio for college. In addition to learning about art, art careers and gaining invaluable real-world experiences, the students also crossed curricula by incorporating the academic subjects. They learned how to speak publicly and to articulate their thoughts; write about their work; incorporate Common Core vocabulary that can be used across disciplines; research art and world history; build upon their 21st century skills; problem solve; and become confident in their ability to produce high-quality work.” The students presented their completed designs to the client and are awaiting a decision on which piece was selected. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153558 Mon, 31 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153558 State Reflections Honoree Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-grader Sophia Castellano received an Award of Merit and third-place honors at the New York State Reflections competition. The program, sponsored annually by the PTA, was themed “Believe, Dream, Inspire.” For her project, Sophia created a ballet dance to the Israel Kamakawiwo’ole medley of “Over the Rainbow/What a Wonderful World.” The Reflections competition encourages students to unleash their artistic talents, reflect on the theme and create original works of art. Contest submissions are encouraged in five categories: dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography and visual arts. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153559 Mon, 31 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153559 Athletic Boosters Meeting Cancelled for Monday, March 31, 2014 Athletic Boosters Meeting scheduled for this evening at WMHS has been CANCELLED http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153557 Mon, 31 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153557 Zumba For Autism - Friday, April 4, 2014 The Ward Melville High School SHARP Club's 3rd Annual ZUMBA for AUTISM Friday, April 4th ~ 6 PM WMHS Gymnasium $20/person - $10 students (13 and over) DJ, 90 minutes of Zumba, Raffle Prizes & Refreshments Proceeds to benefit Nassau Suffolk Autism Society of America www.nsasa.org More information contact Amy Cusumano, SHARP Club Advisor acusuman@3villagecsd.org http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153556 Sun, 30 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153556 Alert of Nearby Stranger Incident The district was asked to share the following information, which was provided by Judith A. Elias, Superintendent of Smithtown Schools. The district encourages parents to take this opportunity to remind your children of precautions they should take regarding stranger safety and report any suspicious situations they may encounter to parents and/or a trusted adult. "Early last night, a middle-aged couple driving a Gold Audi approached the home of a Smithtown child who was playing in his yard in the Mills Pond Elementary School attendance area. The man from the car approached the child in the child’s yard. The man abruptly left when the child’s mother came outside. The child is safe. Police were notified and are investigating the incident. The district has increased security at the elementary schools. Please be aware of this suspicious incident and discuss with your children the importance of safe behavior around strangers, including reporting behavior that makes them uncomfortable." http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153555 Fri, 28 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153555 Statement on Teacher Arrest From Superintendent Cheryl Pedisich The Three Village Central School District has been informed by Suffolk County Police that Mr. Stephen Malusa, a tenured science teacher at Ward Melville HS, has been arrested and was charged with a misdemeanor criminal offense on Tuesday, March 25 regarding the welfare of a high school student. The district had been notified of an allegation against the teacher and immediately contacted Suffolk County Police. According to police, the alleged incident between the teacher and student occurred last May; neither the district nor the police had knowledge of this until recent days. The district is disturbed by these allegations. The teacher will not be providing any instructional services in the district, effective immediately, pending the outcome of the legal process. The teacher was permanently cleared through the State’s fingerprint background check, and, to the best of the district’s knowledge, has no criminal record. The teacher has been employed with the school district since September 2002. We will cooperate fully with police in their ongoing investigation and will continue to make the safety of students and staff our top priority. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153554 Tue, 25 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153554 T-Shirts Designs Promote Kindness Arrowhead Elementary School students and staff members have been displaying the positive character traits and attributes described in their schoolwide character education program throughout the school year. In celebration of the initiative and to help promote the program, the school’s fifth- and sixth-graders recently had the chance to create original designs depicting the phrase “Arrowhead Cares.” The submissions were judged internally, and two winners – Brianna Jimenez and Claire Cituk – were selected. The drawings of both students will be featured on commemorative 2014 Arrowhead Cares T-shirts. Along with the district’s other schools, Arrowhead has been incorporating the character education program PBIS – Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports – into school activities and everyday experiences. Through the program, students are rewarded and praised for exhibiting positive behaviors in the hopes of encouraging similar behaviors in the future. At Arrowhead, the staff has incorporated the districtwide PBIS initiative into its existing Rachel's Challenge program. Students who are “caught” demonstrating acts of kindness are given a paper chain of kindness link, which bears their name and the behavior displayed. Teachers connect these links in a display throughout the building, and at the end of the year the links are all connected for a schoolwide celebration. “PBIS is very important, as it clearly outlines expectations and rules for the students within the classroom and throughout the entire school,” said Arrowhead PBIS committee chair Judy Forgione. “These behaviors are consistently encouraged and reinforced. Research proves that as a result, students will continue to engage in those positive behaviors. As educators, we need to nurture the child's academic as well as social and emotional needs.” Students and teachers had the chance to purchase Arrowhead Cares T-shirts. The school also plans to organize a special Arrowhead Cares day to celebrate character-building activities, at which time students and staff can wear their commemorative shirts. The T-shirt design contest was organized by art teacher Rachel Condron with the help of student teacher Sabrina Cacciatore. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153552 Mon, 24 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153552 Artwork Featured in Congressional Competition The artwork of four Ward Melville High School seniors – Ruby Barresi, Robert Kent, Trevor Munch and Alexandria Valdes – has been selected for submission to this year’s Congressional Art Competition, sponsored by Tim Bishop’s office. The students’ pieces will be on display at the Lyceum Gallery in the Montaukett Learning Center at Suffolk County Community College’s Eastern Campus. A special awards presentation will take place on Saturday, March 29 from 2-4 p.m. This event is sponsored each spring by the U.S. Congress to recognize and encourage students’ artistic talents in the nation and each congressional district. Students submit artwork and local artists in each district select the winning entries, which are then displayed for one year at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Winners are recognized both in their district and at an annual awards ceremony in D.C. Since 1982, more than 650,000 high school students have participated. Previous contest honorees include Ward Melville’s Danica Parry, who received top honors in 2007 with a scholarship to SCAD. Her painting was hung in the Capitol for a year. This year’s submissions were made by Jennifer Trettner, Ward Melville chairperson for art and technology. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153553 Mon, 24 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153553 Father Shares Poignant Anti-Bullying Message The devastating effects bullying had on his son and their family echoed throughout Ward Melville High School and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School when John Halligan presented the anti-bullying program, Ryan’s Story. The workshop, which is based on his son Ryan’s life, told the tale of a 13-year-old middle school student from Vermont who committed suicide in 2003 because of bullying. Throughout the workshops, Mr. Halligan recounted the story of his son’s life, the ridicule he endured both in school and online, the devastating impact his son’s suicide has had on his life, and the power of forgiveness. After telling his son’s tragic story, Mr. Halligan urged students to have the courage to be upstanders rather than bystanders. A special program was presented to parents at Ward Melville High School following the in school programs for students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153146 Mon, 24 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153146 Experimenting with Science As an extension of their classroom studies, W.S. Mount Elementary School first-, second- and third-grade students had the chance to experience a number of complex science topics through hands-on activities. With the help of presenters from Mad Science, the students each took part in workshops centered on the topics of dry ice, sonic sounds and chemistry, respectively. During the third-grade chemistry workshop, the students learned about different types of chemical reactions, the differences between solids and bases and the properties of a chemical. To visually demonstrate how a chemical reaction creates a new substance comprised of its original components, the presenter demonstrated an iron-oxide reaction for the class. At each of their stations, the students then had the opportunity to replicate a carbon dioxide reaction using a balloon, sodium bicarbonate and vinegar, as well as use an indicator solution to test if a material was a base or acid. Lastly, the students learned about the differences between exothermic and endothermic reactions with the help of a heating pack. At the end of each workshop, the students received a beaker and instruction manual to continue their experiments at home. They also earned a certificate of completion. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153147 Mon, 24 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153147 Two Patriots Win Big Ward Melville High School student-athletes Cydney Crasa and Nicholas Piccininni continue to set new records for their sports, and each performed flawlessly at the recent New York State championships. Cydney, a sophomore on the varsity gymnastics team, has not lost a dual gymnastics meet since the seventh grade and holds several impressive titles. During this year’s state championship, she earned a near-perfect score of 9.55 on balance beam, earning her first place and her fourth New York State title. She has set a Suffolk County record of 9.725 on balance beam; has earned four Suffolk County team championships, four Suffolk County titles as an individual in each event, and four state event titles in floor, vault and balance beam (twice); is a two-time Long Island MSG Varsity Athlete of the Year; and is a New York State Scholar-Athlete. Cydney will be competing in the Junior Olympic Nationals in Mississippi this May. Nicholas, a high school junior, has set a new standard for wrestling not only within the program at Ward Melville, but also in Suffolk County and New York State. With a season record of 45-0, Nicholas went on to earn another Suffolk County and New York State title earlier this year. His overall career record is 183-3, with 133 consecutive wins. He is a four-time League I Champion, a four-time Suffolk County Champion, a four-time All-State wrestler, a three-time New York State champion, and a 2013 All-American. He is currently ranked fourth in the nation in the 120-pound weight class. “We are so extremely proud of you and your accomplishments,” said Erin Blaney, executive director for health, physical education, recreation and athletics, during a recent Board of Education meeting. “On behalf of the Board of Education, district administration and athletic department, I congratulate you, your coaches and your parents on these outstanding achievements.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153550 Fri, 21 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153550 Scoring Perfect on ACT Ward Melville High School students Charlotte Broadbent, Harrison Li, Alexander Shea and Raymond Yin have achieved something earned by less than 0.1 percent of test takers – a perfect score on the ACT. Charlotte, Harrison and Alexander sat for the exam in June of 2013. Raymond took the exam in April 2013. “To be a top achiever at Ward Melville High School is a great achievement,” said Principal Dr. Alan Baum. “But to realize this level of mastery on a national level is an incredible accomplishment.” According to its website, “The ACT is a curriculum-based achievement exam that measures skills and knowledge taught in school and deemed important for success in college.” The exam comprises subject areas in English, mathematics, reading and science, as well as an optional writing test. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153551 Fri, 21 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153551 Creating a Mural at Arrowhead Arrowhead Elementary School's sixth-grade class creates a mural as a lasting tribute to their soon-to-be alma mater. To learn more about this project, please watch the video below. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153548 Tue, 18 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153548 Math Lessons Enrich Community Service Project Nassakeag Elementary School third-grade students had the chance to demonstrate their understanding of measurement terms and fractions as they made the batter for loaves of Irish soda bread in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Starting with a recipe and then improvising with equivalent fractions, the three classes prepared nearly 80 loaves of the holiday favorite. They enjoyed the practical mathematics lessons and remarked how tangible the subject became once equipped with their baking tools. After being baked by classroom teachers Debra Bonifacio, Kathryn Comiskey and Maureen MacDowell, the fresh loaves were donated to the local St. James Food Pantry. In addition to tying into the grade level’s math curriculum, the initiative also introduced many concepts covered in the school’s character education and anti-bullying program, Rachel’s Challenge. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153549 Tue, 18 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153549 TVTA Blood Drive - Monday, March 24, 2014 at Murphy JH Murphy JH Gymnasium between 12:00 and 6:00 pm. WALK INS WELCOME To schedule an appointment, please contact John Black @ jblack1@3villagecsd.org http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153547 Tue, 18 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153547 Celebrating Math, Science and Technology More than 500 students and family members came out to celebrate this year’s Math, Science and Technology night at W.S. Mount Elementary School. Gathering first in the school’s auditorium, attendees enjoyed a presentation by Bubble Mania, followed by a robot workshop with the Suffolk County Police Department’s Emergency Response Team in the gym. The school’s cafeteria was transformed into an exhibit center featuring a number of presenters who spoke about fields and activities related to the areas of MST. These included Stony Brook University, which presented science and tech projects in the cafeteria, sixth-grade IG teacher Anthony Prinzo, who conducted math games, and school librarian Allyson Konczynin, who presented information about the building’s vast number of online library resources. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153144 Fri, 14 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153144 JHS Science Olympiad Teams Head to States Gelinas Ranked First, Murphy Ranked Second at Regionals P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s Science Olympiad team placed first and R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s team placed second in the Eastern Long Island Regional Science Olympiad Tournament, held at Candlewood Middle School. Gelinas and Murphy each entered three teams, each of which competed in 18 events against 30 teams from schools all across Suffolk County. Gelinas’s “Varsity” team won an unprecedented nine gold, five silver and two bronze medals in the 18 events. The three Murphy teams won a total of five gold, nine silver and eight bronze medals. Three Village dominated the competition with all six teams, placing in the top six out of 33 teams that competed in the tournament. Teams from both schools will now advance to the state tournament, which will be held at Greece Arcadia High School in Rochester, N.Y., on April 4-5. The Gelinas program is coached by Gary Vorwald, Ed Daguerre, and Monica Gerber and is assisted by volunteer coaches Chris Marotta, Mrs. Hope Schroeder, Mrs. DiFede and Dr. Gupta, who helped mentor the students on various topics. The three Murphy teams are coached by Sue McGuire, Derek Angermaier, and Pam Pahuja. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153145 Fri, 14 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153145 Celebrating Board Service with Trustee Deanna Bavlnka, PHR The district joins the New York State School Boards Association in celebrating school board service this winter. As part of NYSSBA’s “Do You Know Who I Am?” campaign, the district will be showcasing each member of its Board of Education through a special Web series. The feature has been designed to help residents learn more about what these volunteers do and how they are helping our students and community. Below is a brief question-and-answer feature with Board of Education trustee Deanna Bavlnka, PHR. Why did you choose to run for the Board? To advocate for public education and to support the mission of the district by working collaboratively to establish goals, standards and strategies that will transform the Board of Education’s vision into a reality. What do you feel is the biggest challenge facing today’s school districts? There are a myriad of challenges, including declining state aid, unfunded and increased mandates, a misguided State Education Department, and the faulty attempt at implementing the Common Core and APPR. Additionally, Long Island is not receiving our fair share of what we pay and has suffered substantially as a result of the Gap Elimination Adjustment. These challenges, in part, have resulted in large class sizes and a reduction in our robust elective program. It is evident that high-stakes testing is benefiting corporations and not our students. We need to come together and let our voices be heard in Albany regarding all of the above. What is an interesting fact about yourself that you feel is beneficial to your role on the Board? Unequivocally, my 25 years of human resources experience. Being on the front line of hiring college graduates gives me hands-on experience regarding the importance and value of a quality education. Meeting consistently with high school students from numerous school districts through my firm’s internship, scholarship and mentoring programs is a great gauge on what students need, what excites them, what career paths they are interested in, and how their education has prepared them thus far. Working with budgets, personnel, benefits and increasing expenses gives me a well-rounded background to face the never-ending challenges public schools face. How would you describe an effective Board/Board member? Open minded, passionate, respectful, great communicator and listener, dedicated to the time commitment and, above all, someone who is student-centered and genuinely cares about providing an enriching and valuable learning experience for all students. Any personal information regarding your connection to the school district? My parents moved the family to Three Village in 1973 because of the reputation of the school district. I am a proud graduate. After graduation, I moved away, but when it was time to settle down and raise a family, I was determined to move back to Three Village so our children could experience a top-notch district. I couldn’t be happier or feel more strongly about Three Village – the community, students and district. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153141 Fri, 14 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153141 Elementary Report Cards Now Viewable on the Portal The 2nd trimester report card for students in grades kindergarten through 6 are now viewable in the Campus Portal. Printed copies will not be sent home with students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153148 Fri, 14 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153148 Celebrating Board Service with Trustee Jonathan Kornreich The district joins the New York State School Boards Association in celebrating school board service this winter. As part of NYSSBA’s “Do You Know Who I Am?” campaign, the district will be showcasing each member of its Board of Education through a special Web series. The feature has been designed to help residents learn more about what these volunteers do and how they are helping our students and community. Below is a brief question-and-answer feature with Board of Education trustee Jonathan Kornreich. Why did you choose to run for the Three Village Board of Education? While serving as the board president at my children’s preschool for a number of years, I developed a strong passion for education and public service. When my oldest daughter entered elementary school, I felt it was a natural progression for me to continue my efforts in our school district, and chose to run for the Board of Education. What is an important challenge that faces our school district? There are a number of critical challenges, including ongoing budget shortfalls and an increasingly intrusive state government dictating policies that would be best decided within our own community. However, in spite of these challenges, we must continue exploring how our district can best prepare our community's young people for a satisfying and fulfilling life in a fast-changing and dynamic future. What is an interesting fact about yourself that you feel is beneficial to your role on the Board? In my last year of college, I started on a path of entrepreneurship that has grown and evolved through what has been (for me, at least) a series of extraordinarily rewarding and interesting experiences. Often, my business interests intersect with another passion of mine: world travel. Taking on the challenges of business in environments – most recently Haiti and Thailand – that are sometimes radically different from ours the one we are accustomed to here, has challenged and honed my abilities in self-reliance, creativity and analysis, as well as putting my digestive system to the test. Through these experiences, I have gained some perspective on the business world and what it takes to succeed. How would you describe an effective Board/Board member? The individual experiences and perspectives that each Board member brings to the table, coupled with a willingness to listen and share, are what contribute to us working together as an effective Board. Whether they stem from experience in corporate America or in fields more closely tied to education, our individual perspectives allow us to examine proposals, ideas and suggestions in a different light to ensure all angles are being reviewed. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153140 Thu, 13 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153140 Updated Immunization Requirements for Students Entering Kindergarten and 6th Grade New York State has updated the immunization requirements for students for the 2014-2015 school year. Any student that will be enrolled in kindergarten or grade 6, as well as, new entrants to the school district in the 2014-2015 school year must have these immunizations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153139 Wed, 12 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153139 Message Regarding Security Updates http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153143 Wed, 12 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153143 Celebrating Board Service with Trustee Irene Gische The district joins the New York State School Boards Association in celebrating school board service this winter. As part of NYSSBA’s “Do You Know Who I Am?” campaign, the district will be showcasing each member of its Board of Education through a special Web series. The feature has been designed to help residents learn more about what these volunteers do and how they are helping our students and community. Below is a brief question-and-answer feature with Board of Education trustee Irene Gische. Why did you choose to run for the Board? I ran for the Board because I care about public education and the students who have to face this changing world. As my own children attended Three Village schools and benefited from the programs we provide, I wanted to ensure that our quality programs are maintained for present and future students. What do you feel is the biggest challenge facing today’s school districts? The biggest challenge facing school districts today is how to maintain what we have, enhance programs in order to comply with Common Core, all while working under the restrictions of a tax cap era. This is a difficult balancing act as we are being forced to do more with less and less resources, yet program rigor and demands are increasing. What is an interesting fact about yourself that you feel is beneficial to your role on the Board? Prior to my current tenure, I served 12 years on the Board. Additionally, as my children attended Three Village, I was very active in school district activities and organizations. For these reasons, I believe one of my greatest contributions is the sense of history I bring to our Board. How would you describe an effective Board/Board member? An effective Board member is someone who can listen, respect differing opinions, share ideas and compromise. Board members must also be able to get along with all the stakeholders while still being able to stand up and make difficult decisions when the time comes. Any personal information regarding your connection to the school district? My two children graduated from Three Village Schools and I presently have three grandchildren attending district schools. I spent 25 years teaching preschool at the University Preschool at SUNY Stony Brook. I also have costumed shows at Minnesauke Elementary School, R.C. Murphy Junior High School, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School and Ward Melville High School. In my limited spare time, I enjoy gardening, sewing, knitting and spoiling my grandchildren. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153138 Wed, 12 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153138 Celebrating the 100th Day Elementary school students throughout the Three Village Central School marked the 100th day of school in creative ways this year. At Arrowhead, kindergarten students created a museum comprised of 100 day inspired projects. Working with their families, the students fashioned creative artwork out of 100 everyday objects, including balloons, food items and toys. Incorporating their math skills, the students practiced counting to 100 while creating necklaces made of 100 Fruit Loops and balancing 100 different objects on a scale and determining which weighed more. They also created colorful 100 day hats. W.S. Mount Elementary School kindergartners in Dawn McNally’s class celebrated in a similar fashion – creating necklaces out of 100 Fruit Loops or Cheerios and creating hats with 10 sections of 10 pictures. Other classes at Mount celebrated by creating projects using the number 100, which were displayed in the building’s showcase. In addition to completing math activities, Setauket Elementary School kindergarten classes collected 100 items to donate to St. James Soup Kitchen, Nassakeag Elementary School second-graders coordinated a non-perishable food drive for the building’s food pantry, and Minnesauke Elementary School kindergarten students in Gina Breunig’s class dressed as though they were 100 years old. Click here to view the Arrowhead slideshow. Click here to view the Minnesauke slideshow. Click here to view the Mount slideshow. Click here to view the Nassakeag slideshow. Click here to view the Setauket slideshow. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153137 Tue, 11 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153137 Science Bowl Team Heads to Nationals Ward Melville High School’s Science Bowl Team won the Brookhaven Lab Regional High School Science Bowl and will now be competing at the National Science Bowl competition this May in Washington, D.C. The national events are comprised of several days of science activities and competitions. The Science Bowl is a fast-paced competition in which students answer questions in physics, chemistry, earth and space science, energy, math and biology. The district congratulates team members senior Eidan Jacob, senior Harrison Li, sophomore Rajiv Moturu, senior Akilesh Tangella and junior Jake Welde as well as team coach Robert Spira. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153135 Mon, 10 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153135 Seniors Earn National Honor Fifteen Ward Melville High School seniors have been named finalists in the 2014 National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented seniors were first honored as semifinalists earlier this year based on their Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test results – a test that serves as an initial screening of approximately 1.5 million entrants each year ¬– and by meeting published program entry/participation requirements. As finalists, the seniors will have the opportunity to continue in the competition for some 8,000 National Merit Scholarships worth approximately $32 million. The district congratulates the following finalists: Charlotte Broadbent Ryan Gao Luran He Olivia Hu Eidan Jacob Emily Kaye Henry Lane Harrison Li Julia Pinkava Alec Shangold Alexander Shea Alan Wei Raymond Yin Carolina Zheng Jennifer Zhong http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153136 Mon, 10 Mar 2014 04:00:00 GMT false153136 Order in the Court The Three Village Mock Trial Team, comprised of students from P.J. Gelinas Junior High School and Ward Melville High School, participated in a mock trial exhibition for the residents of Jefferson’s Ferry in South Setauket. The event, held in collaboration with Alan Costell from the Suffolk County Bar Association and the New York State Bar Association LYC Program, showcased the students’ understanding of the legal system and provided time for them to interact with the establishment’s residents. During the event, the team worked with a group from St. John the Baptist to argue both sides of a trial involving the criminal prosecution of a hydraulic fracturing operation on the Pennsylvania-New York border. Representing Three Village during the event were Emma Bliska, Peter Chiang, Theo Gibbs, Caroline McBrien, Grace McBrien, Sarah Prokop, Isabelle Scott, Sarah Whelan and Erica Xerri. The team is in its inaugural year under the guidance of Douglas Elliot, a Paul J. Gelinas JHS teacher. They practice between four and eight hours a week. In addition to the educational benefits provided, the event was held as a service to the residents of Jefferson’s Ferry. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153132 Thu, 06 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153132 Becoming Published Authors W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth-grade students in Stephanie Baldante’s class have been learning about the world of professional journalism by working as Kidsday reporters for Newsday. As part of the project, the students have been writing a variety of pieces and learning about the revision process. The initiative was introduced as part of their informational and narrative unit of study as a way to celebrate their writing in a very unique way. For their writing debut, the students brainstormed story ideas related to the Stony Brook area and the summer, since the editions featuring their work are coming out the week of June 8.With the help of an editor from Newsday, the students narrowed their topic choices down to a select few items they felt would make good stories for the paper. As a complement to their written pieces, several students created illustrations, while others had actual pictures to accompany their stories. Included in the class’ upcoming feature is a book review for titles coming out right before the summer and interviews with celebrities and Olympic gold medalist athletes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153133 Thu, 06 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153133 Creating Cards for Veterans Setauket Elementary School second-grade students in Amanda Besold’s class joined together with their fellow students in Edie Prinzo’s fifth-grade class to complete a community service project aimed at paying tribute to the nation’s veterans. Tapping into their creative talents, the two classes worked to fashion Valentine’s Day cards for the worthy recipients. The students enjoyed creating special messages for the veterans and thanking them for their years of service. The classes meet monthly to complete community service and/or academic-related projects. All of the students enjoy their collaborative learning time and benefit from the relationship with their older or younger buddy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153134 Thu, 06 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153134 JH School Musicals - PJG-Tarzan & RCM-Legally Blonde - March 18- 22 - Tickets on Sale Now! Gelinas JHS 30th Musical Production - Tarzan - March 19, 20, 21, 22, 2014 Click here for Tarzan flyer Murphy JHS Musical Production - Legally Blonde - March 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 2014 Click here for Legally Blonde flyer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153122 Thu, 06 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153122 WMHS Science Olympiad Team Heads to States Ward Melville High School’s Science Olympiad Team has once again captured top honors at this year’s regional competition and secured their bid to the state contest. During the regional event, the team took first, second and fourth place. During the contests, the Ward Melville teams compete in many of the program’s 24 events, which span topics such as physics, chemistry, earth science, biology and technology. The focus of the Science Olympiads is to promote excitement and enthusiasm in science through annual regional, state and national competitions. Frequently, preparation for these events provides enrichment well beyond the traditional science curriculum. Students work cooperatively with their peers while learning science technology skills. Since 2009, the team has advanced to the state contest and qualified to compete in the national competition. Last year, the team had their best performance at the national contest, as they secured a fifth-place win. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153129 Wed, 05 Mar 2014 20:00:00 GMT false153129 Contractors for Kids 2014 - April 26 - Ward Melville High School The annual Contractors for Kids 7th Annual 5K Run/Walk and Health & Wellness Fair will be held on April 26, 2014 at Ward Melville High School. Please click here for event and registration form. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153130 Wed, 05 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153130 Summer Recreation and Travel Camp Brochures Available Please follow these links for more information about these 2 summer programs. Summer Recreation Program Summer Travel Camp Program http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153142 Wed, 05 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153142 Upcoming Sunday at the Symphony In celebration of Music in Our Schools Month, Ward Melville High School Honors Symphony Orchestra will be performing a gala concert on Sunday, March 16 at 2 p.m. The concert will highlight all the instruments of the orchestra in a special program designed for all ages. In addition, there will be raffles/prizes and a silent auction with new instruments being auctioned off. Admission is free. All community members are invited to attend this fun and entertaining event. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153131 Wed, 05 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153131 Celebrating Board Service with President Dr. Jeffrey L. Kerman The district joins the New York State School Boards Association in celebrating school board service this winter. As part of NYSSBA’s “Do You Know Who I Am?” campaign, the district will be showcasing each member of its Board of Education through a special Web series. The feature has been designed to help residents learn more about what these volunteers do and how they are helping our students and community. Below is a brief question-and-answer feature with Board of Education President Dr. Jeffrey L. Kerman. Why did you choose to run for the Board? I chose to run for a seat on the Three Village Board of Education for many reasons. I am a firm believer in public education and how it benefits our society. Secondly, I believe in helping one’s community and by being a member of the Board of Education, I can give back to my community. My last reason is on a more personal level – as both my sons attended school in the district, I can attest to the quality educational program Three Village offers and I believe through service on the Board I can work to continue our great programs in grades K-12. What do you feel is the biggest challenge facing today’s school districts? School districts in New York have many challenges before them. My experience on the Board – having first served as a trustee from 1999 through 2005 before taking on my role from 2011 to present – has provided me with a great deal of historical perspective on the tasks before us. Just as was the case with my first term, the largest challenge placed on our school district is balancing the needs of our students with the diminishing state aid resources and increasing mandates coming down from the New York State Education Department. What is an interesting fact about yourself that you feel is beneficial to your role on the Board? As a general dentist who has practiced for more than 40 years, I have a large understanding of how to run a business and the staunch financial oversight that is required. I have also been a treasurer of a non-profit corporation for more than 20 years. I believe both of these positions have helped guide my leadership stance on the Board of Education. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153127 Tue, 04 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153127 Preparing for their Futures Working in concert with Stony Brook University, Setauket and Arrowhead elementary school students had the chance to participate in authentic and engaging learning opportunities centered on the topic of college and career readiness. Athletes and admissions representatives spoke with the third- through sixth-grade students about leadership, sportsmanship, academics and healthy living, while members of the university band provided a pep rally for the younger students. The program was called Kids Day at both schools. “It is our hope that these connections across learning institutions allow our elementary students to experience the many possibilities open to them as they move through their academic career,” said Dr. Nathalie Lilavois, who coordinated the effort in the district with the assistance of Arrowhead Assistant Principal Jim Williams and Matt Ivins and Chris Murray from the Stony Brook University Athletics Department. “These opportunities with an internationally recognized institution such as Stony Brook University provide meaningful, authentic and engaging college and career-ready experiences that exemplify what learning is all about.” During his discussion with the fifth- and sixth-graders at Setauket, Stony Brook University assistant director of undergraduate admissions Chris D’Orso reminded the students that it is never too early to begin thinking about their futures. He urged them to keep their options open and to begin to ask family and friends about their careers to learn about the various choices they have for their futures. Following the morning workshops, third- through sixth-grade students from both buildings attended a Seawolves basketball game. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153128 Mon, 03 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153128 Performing for Local Residents Setauket Elementary School fifth-grade students in Pam Austin's class performed a talent show for the residents at Jefferson's Ferry. To see clips from the performance, watch the following episode of 3VTV. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153126 Sun, 02 Mar 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153126 Patriot Pride Day at WMHS Ward Melville High School students and staff members participate in the second Annual Patriot Pride Day. To see highlights from this year's program, watch the following video. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153125 Wed, 26 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153125 March 3 - Athletic Recruiting Seminar, WMHS Rescheduled for March 3, 2014 at 7:00 pm in WMHS Auditorium - Athletic Recruiting Seminar Selective Classification Information Meeting - 6:30 pm http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153124 Tue, 25 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153124 Earning Top Scores on National German Exam Five Ward Melville High School students enrolled in the German program have achieved outstanding results on this year’s National German Exam. The test, which is administered annually to nearly 22,000 high school students, includes both a written and audio portion. Exam results are among the criteria used in selecting the recipients of chapter awards and the national AATG/PAD study trip awards, a four-week study abroad program in Germany. Jeffrey Michel and Heidi Scarth received the gold award for Level III and will receive additional awards during a special awards dinner in May sponsored by the Long Island Chapter of the American Teachers of German. With a score of 99 percent, Jeffrey tied for the highest score on Long Island. Additionally, both Jeffrey and Heidi have qualified for the next level of the competition and will compete for an all-expense-paid trip to Germany this summer. In the Level III category, Dana Smith earned a silver award and Victoria Larocco earned a bronze award. In the Level IV category, Johnathan Finke earned a silver award. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153123 Mon, 24 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153123 Celebrating Board Service with Vice President Connors The district joins the New York State School Boards Association in celebrating school board service this winter. As part of NYSSBA’s “Do You Know Who I Am?” campaign, the district will be showcasing each member of its Board of Education through a special Web series. The feature has been designed to help residents learn more about what these volunteers do and how they are helping our students and community. Below is a brief question-and-answer feature with Board of Education Vice President William F. Connors, Jr. Why did you choose to run for the Board? When my wife and I were looking to purchase our first home in 1973, we were attracted to the Three Village community, in large part because of the reputation of its schools. I believe very strongly in the importance of community service and I felt that my background in higher education would enable me to contribute to maintaining and enhancing the quality of the Three Village School District. What do you feel is the biggest challenge facing today’s school districts? The biggest challenge facing our schools is fostering an educational system that is competitive and cutting-edge in today’s global economy. This in itself includes numerous challenges, such as strengthening and modernizing our curriculum and pedagogy, attracting the best and the brightest to become educators, and providing adequate resources. What is an interesting fact about yourself that you feel is beneficial to your role on the Board? I feel that my 44 years of service at Suffolk County Community College – where I served in numerous faculty and senior administrative positions, and retired in 2011 as the associate vice president for academic affairs/college dean of faculty – has given me a unique frame of reference that is very beneficial to my role as a member of the Board of Education. How would you describe an effective Board/Board member? An effective Board/Board member attempts to be knowledgeable about matters relating to our public schools and serves both as an advocate for our schools and as a representative of the community regarding its educational vision and values. Any personal information regarding your connection to the school district? I previously served on the Three Village Board of Education from 1994-2006 and was president from 1996-2006. I was again elected to the Board in 2012. My four children have graduated from the district. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153121 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153121 Board Honors Students’ Achievements During their mid-February meeting, the Three Village Board of Education honored and commended the outstanding academic achievements of several high school students. Ward Melville High School science-researchers Luran He, Harrison Li, Siavash Parkhideh and Raymond Yin were applauded for the original and authentic projects they submitted to some of the nation’s top science competitions. Harrison, Siavash and Raymond were commended for being named semifinalists in the 2013 Siemens competition. Luran and Harrison were honored as semifinalists in the National 2014 Intel Science Talent Search. Also honored at the board meeting were 12th-grader Carolina Zheng as well as 11th-graders Donald Della Pietra and Gary Ge, who each earned perfect scores on the SATs. Approximately 1.6 million students take the SAT each year, and only 360 earn a perfect score per year. Carolina had previously earned a perfect score when she sat for the exam as an eighth-grader. All three students earned their perfect scores on the November 2013 SAT. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153118 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153118 Delivering Educational Experiences Arrowhead and Nassakeag Elementary School kindergarten students learned about the postal service in a hands-on way when they worked to create operational post offices in their classrooms. After discussing the importance of this national profession and how mail travels, students learned about the different responsibilities of the office workers. Programs at both schools were coordinated around the Valentine’s Day holiday. In Rebecca D’Agostino’s class at Nassakeag, students became stamp sellers, letter carriers, sorters and office workers. Throughout the school day, the students would assume these roles and carry out numerous jobs to ensure their classmates Valentine’s cards were delivered on time. At Arrowhead, classes made Valentine’s mailboxes that they used throughout the project. In Janice Connolly’s class, students practiced important writing lessons, including how to address an envelope and send letters home to their families. In their dramatic play area, Ms. Connolly set up a pretend post office for the students to make cards. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153119 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153119 Displays of Kindness W.S. Mount Elementary School joined hundreds of schools and communities around the world in celebration of Random Acts of Kindness Week in February. Throughout the week, students and staff members participated in a number of activities geared toward spreading kindness throughout their school and community. Each class decorated a white heart to represent their commitment to perform acts of kindness, not only for the week ahead but also continuously throughout their everyday lives. Additionally, students or staff members “caught” exhibiting an act of kindness had their good deeds highlighted on a smaller paper heart, which was affixed to a character education ribbon and displayed on classroom doors and hallways. Each day was each assigned a specific theme – from encouraging proper greetings and extending verbal or written thank yous, to reaching out and doing something nice for others. The scheduled theme was specific to the week’s overarching message. The weeklong initiative also tied into literacy, as several reading materials that pertain to kindness and compassion were emphasized in reading lists. Lastly, speakers provided a quote of the day over the loud speaker to encourage acts of kindness as they applied to each day of the week. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153120 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153120 Experts in World Geography After competing against nearly 600 seventh- and eighth-grade peers at their schools, Emily Bellow and Drake Eggleston were named the first-place winners during geography bees held at R.C Murphy and P.J. Gelinas junior high schools, respectively. As school winners, the students took extensive geography examinations to determine their eligibility to compete in the next round of the competition. This year’s state geography bee will be held in Albany, N.Y., in April followed by the national championship in Washington, D.C., in May. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153116 Sun, 16 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153116 FBLA Team Advances to States Ward Melville High School’s award-winning Future Business Leaders of America team once again successfully participated in this year’s spring district meeting for the Nassau and Suffolk County regions at Molloy College in Rockville Centre. Taking home several top awards, the 35-member Ward Melville team triumphed over the competition, which included more than 400 students from area schools. The winners of the speaking events will be representing Suffolk County at the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Rochester in April. During this contest, they will compete in their events against other winners in New York State. The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following winners: Written Events: Philippe Tarjan 1st Place Banking and Financial Systems Karen Li 2nd Place Banking and Financial Systems Nima Mohammadi 2nd Place Business Calculations Benjamin Winston 1st Place Business Communications Luke Sugrue 1st Place Business Law Arielle Leong 2nd Place Business Math Dinko Franceschi 2nd Place Economics Kyra Durko 3rd Place Economics Carly Weber-Levine, Will Yoo, Harrison Li 1st Place Entrepreneurship Arielle Leong, Thomas Li 1st Place Hospitality Management Harriet O’Brien 1st Place Intro to Information Technology Thomas Li 2nd Place Intro to Word Processing Donna Yu 3rd Place Intro to Word Processing Dan Yu 3rd Place Personal Finance Jason Lin, Aakash Gautam 2nd Place Sports and Entertainment Marketing Speaking Events: Alice Liu 1st Place Public Speaking Olivia Hu 2nd Place Client Services Emily Winston, Harriet O’Brien, Katie Wang, Maho Koga, Ramya Rao 1st Place Parliamentary Procedures Sarah Sun 3rd Place Future Business Leader http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153117 Sun, 16 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153117 **** Delayed Opening - Friday, February 14, 2014 **** Emergency SchoolInformation: Due to the inclement weather, a 2-hour delayed opening will be conducted district wide. All schools will open 2 hours later than the regular time. All students should be at their usual bus stop exactly 2 hours later. The morning SACC program and all before-school programs are cancelled. Dismissals for all schools will be at their normal times. Staff should report one-half hour before the start of school, with the exception of custodial and food service workers. Custodial and food service workers should report at their regularly scheduled time. All CSE, Sub-CSE, CPSE, Manifestation, or 504 Meetings, will begin one hour after the start of your child’s school day and will follow the scheduled times for the remainder of the day. Any meetings scheduled prior to the new start time will be cancelled and rescheduled. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153412 Thu, 13 Feb 2014 23:00:00 GMT false153412 *** Three Village School District Closed February 13, 2014 *** Due to inclement weather the Three Village School District will be closed Thursday February 13, 2014 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153878 Thu, 13 Feb 2014 09:00:00 GMT false153878 Calendar Change Due to Snow Days Due to the extreme weather pattern we have experienced this winter, our district has initiated four snow days (to date). As our academic calendar only included three anticipated snow days, school will now be in session for students and staff on Monday, April 21st. Please be advised that this day was previously included at the end of the spring break and following Easter Sunday. Should the district experience an additional snow day, the spring break could be impacted further. The district will communicate any such changes to the community immediately. As always, the safety of our students and staff remain our utmost concern and we appreciate your understanding of this necessary calendar change. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153115 Wed, 12 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153115 Award-Winning Authors and Artists Outstanding written and artistic pieces created by students in the Three Village Central School District have garnered recognition at this year’s Regional Scholastic Art and Writing Awards Competition. Thirteen district students were honored in the contest and four Gold Key winners will now have their submissions judged at the national level. This year, more than 230,000 works of art and writing were submitted. At the regional level, approximately 7-10 percent of the works submitted receive Gold Keys, 10-15 percent receive Silver Keys and 15-20 percent receive Honorable Mentions. Past winners of this award include Andy Warhol, Sylvia Plath, Truman Capote, Richard Avedon, Robert Redford, Joyce Carol Oates, Stephen King, John Updike and more. Congratulations to the following honorees: R.C. Murphy Junior High School Jiayi Ruan – Gold Key, Poetry and Honorable Mention, Flash Fiction Sam Hozen – Silver Key, Flash Fiction Michelle Hu – Silver Key, Short Story Julia Hu – Silver Key, Flash Fiction Noor Kamal – Silver Key, Flash Fiction Kevin Wen – Honorable Mention, Flash Fiction Adora Zhang – Honorable Mention, Flash Fiction Ward Melville High School Henry DaCosta – Gold Key, film “House 9” Katelyn Winter – Gold Key, Writing Portfolio Grace Zhao – Gold Key, Memoir Joshua Tanenbaum – Silver Key, Poetry Emma Bliska – Honorable Mention, Memoir Eduardo Fernandez – Honorable Mention, Short Story http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153114 Tue, 11 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153114 7-12 Report Cards are Now Viewable in the Portal Please check the portal for the 2nd quarter marking period grades which includes Final Grades for any half year courses. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153113 Fri, 07 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153113 Boys Fencing Team Captures 100 Consecutive Wins - Watch the Video http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153112 Wed, 05 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153112 Information Regarding "Opt Out" Requests http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153106 Wed, 05 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153106 Prekindergarten Program to Launch in 2015-16 Earlier this year, the district conducted a community survey to gauge residents’ interest in a tuition-based, Three Village-operated prekindergarten program. Based on the overwhelming positive feedback, the district has begun planning for the program’s implementation in the 2015-16 school year. The district will communicate the details of this program with the community as they become finalized. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153107 Wed, 05 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153107 Gelinas Sweeps Science Olympiad Invitational P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s award-winning Science Olympiad Team has commenced this year’s competition season with a victorious sweep at the Rustin Invitational Tournament in Westchester, Pa. Out of the 38 teams from four states that participated in this event, Gelinas captured a first-, second- and third-place win and earned medals in every event. This included 16 first-place gold medals, 13 second-place silver medals and eight third-place bronze medals in 25 events. This tournament has helped the team prepare for the upcoming regional and state tournaments. Congratulations to the entire team and their coaches: Mr. Daguerre, Ms. Gerber, Mr. Marotta, Mrs. Schroeder and Mr. Vorwald. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153108 Tue, 04 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153108 Recycling Good Books Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff members demonstrated several of the positive characteristics found in their schoolwide character education initiative during a recent donation project. Hundreds of gently used books were donated during the week-long Minnesauke book drive. With the help of speech teacher Jenn Shea and school social worker Leia Woodruff, the items were sorted by age and grade level before being donated to an underprivileged school in the Bronx and the Head Start preschool/child care facility in Port Jefferson. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153109 Tue, 04 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153109 Winning Touchdown for Local Charity Building upon the enthusiasm for this year’s big game, W.S. Mount Elementary School sixth-graders coordinated a “souper bowl” collection drive for a local organization. Students, faculty and staff members were invited to donate canned or non-perishable food items during the weeklong drive by placing their goods in a box for either the Dever Broncos or the Seattle Seahawks. At the end of the drive, more than 500 items had been donated to the cause, which benefited the Smithtown Emergency Food Pantry. Leading up to the drive, the students created colorful posters announcing the project and directions for donors. Parents Carol Castillo and Caroline Costanza, along with the school’s sixth-graders, spearheaded this year’s event, which was organized by the school’s PTA sixth-grade committee. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153110 Tue, 04 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153110 Students ‘Marry’ a Local Cause Ward Melville High School’s Key Club is working to spread awareness about a disease with a 100% fatality rate that has affected a local boy. Through various community outreach efforts, the students are educating others about Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and encouraging help for the advocacy organization, Hope for Javier. Through this organization, Javier’s parents are working to give him a full life and raise funds for DMD research. To aid the students in their work, the club was recently visited by YouTube sensation Stuart Edge to learn how social media can assist their work with this worthy cause. Stuart, who has more than a million followers, told the students about his rise on the social website and how they can capitalize on the resources at their fingertips. “Once you realize the power of social media and how many people you can reach, your opportunities are endless,” he said. “You can often reach more people in a day through social media than you can in your personal life. The message behind this cause is powerful, and I know that your social media efforts can be as powerful.” Also present during the meeting were representatives from the Hope for Javier organization, who shared information about their latest campaign, “Will you marry” the cause. Following this, students and staff members began saying “yes” to staged proposals and sporting purple bracelets signifying their commitment to spreading awareness for the cause. Employing the advice they received from Stuart, many of the students are spreading their work through various social media outlets by capturing the proposals on video. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153111 Tue, 04 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153111 Community Swim Registration will be held on Tuesday, February 11 at 6:00 pm Community Swim Registration has been rescheduled to Tuesday, February 11. PLEASE NOTE: The first day of Lifeguard Instruction is now Wednesday, 2/12. Swim brochure http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153889 Tue, 04 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153889 Bond passed! Yes - 1034 No - 619 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153105 Tue, 04 Feb 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153105 Bond Referendum polls will be open on February 4, 2014 The Polls for the Bond Referendum will be opened at the scheduled time 6am to 9pm in each Elementary school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153888 Tue, 04 Feb 2014 00:00:00 GMT false153888 Case of Pertussis at Minnesauke Elementary School Please read the letter from the Suffolk County Department of Health Services. Click here. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153887 Fri, 31 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153887 Bond Referendum – Feb. 4 After considerable discussion, the Three Village Central School District’s Board of Education has voted to move forward with plans for a districtwide school improvement project and has set a community vote date of Tuesday, Feb. 4. With the Board’s approval, residents within the school district will have the chance to vote on the proposed plan, which will maximize efficiencies with respect to both financing and building integrity. For more information on the building renovation project, including a list of improvements planned for each school, please visit the district’s website, http://www.threevillagecsd.org/our_district/three_village_bond_resolution. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153400 Thu, 30 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153400 Ward Melville Heritage Organization Announces "Walking With Dinosaurs" program for children ages 3-9 Dates - February 18, 19 & 20, 2014 (mid-winter recess) Flyer for children ages 3-5 Flyer for children ages 6-9 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153883 Mon, 27 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153883 Community Swim Registration - Monday, February 3, 2014 at 6:00 pm Please click here NO ONE WILL BE PERMITTED IN BUILDING TO STAND ON LINE BEFORE 3:00 PM. Proof of residency required. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153882 Mon, 27 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153882 Ward Melville Musicians to Perform at Carnegie Hall Ward Melville High School Wind Ensemble will be performing in the National Invitational Festival at Carnegie Hall on Saturday, April 19 at 11:30 a.m. The wind ensemble was selected by audition and their performance will be evaluated by a panel of nationally recognized judges. Tickets will be available six weeks prior by contacting teacher Laura Gustavsen at 730-4374 or emailing lgustavs@3villagecsd.k12.ny.us. To help raise money for this event, the wind ensemble will perform a benefit concert on Thursday, January 30 at 7:30 p.m. in the Ward Melville auditorium. This is a professional recital performed by Sean and Joanne Jordan, Dan and Anthony Hayes, Mark Portugal and his jazz quartet, Terry Keevil and Mrs. Gustavsen’s flute quartet, Sonevole. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased at the door or in advance by contacting Mrs. Gustavsen. A catered reception will follow the recital. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153884 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153884 No Name Calling Week As part of the school’s STARS character education program – sharing, trustworthy, accepting, respectful and serving – Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff members engage in meaningful character building activities each month. This January, the school participated in a No Name Calling Week, during which they encouraged others to be mindful of their word choices and coordinated a pajama day to visually represent how they were putting name calling to bed. Additionally, the students and staff members were encouraged to sign and honor a school pledge that read, “I believe that bullying and calling other students hurtful names is wrong. I pledge to do my best to: not bully other students or call them hurtful names; intervene, if I safely can, in situations where students are being called names; and support efforts to end bullying and name calling.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153885 Sat, 25 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153885 Journeying Through Time As an extension of their classroom lessons, W.S. Mount Elementary School fourth-grade students had the chance to learn about the Eastern Woodland Native Americans and their culture during a recent in-house field trip. During the two-day Journeys into American Indian Territory program, the students visited an extensive museum of artifacts, walked through a model longhouse, created their own pottery, partook in authentic traditional games and participated in a simulation exercise to learn about how the Iroquois government helped to influence the formation of the Declaration of Independence. Additionally, the students learned about the early settlers’ culture and teachings by hearing traditional stories and performing several songs. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153886 Fri, 24 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153886 International Week http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153881 Wed, 22 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153881 National Circus Project W.S. Mount Elementary School students had the chance to perfect a number of specialized skills generally reserved for the circus arena when representatives from the National Circus Project visited their school. During a weeklong workshop in their physical education classes, the students trained alongside the professionals to learn how to walk on stilts, spin plates, juggle, and use diablos, or Chinese yoyos. Since the school has acquired some of the equipment used by the professionals, the students continue to master the skills taught by the presenters during a follow-up unit with their physical education teachers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153879 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153879 Case of Pertussis at Setauket Elementary School Please read the the letter from the Director of Public Health of Suffolk County. Click here http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153877 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153877 Tuesday, January 21, 2014 - Early Dismissal Due to the inclement weather, schools will close early today following the schedule below: Ward Melville and the Academy will dismiss students at 11:00 am PJ Gelinas and RC Murphy at 12:00 pm Minnesauke & Nassakeag at12:50 pm Arrowhead, Mount & Setauket at1:40 pm SACC and all afternoon activities are cancelled today. All afternoon and evening activities are cancelled. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153876 Tue, 21 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153876 Artist on Display An artistic photograph by Ward Melville High School student Jenna Raynoha received an honorable mention award in the national Drexel Photography High School Contest. Her piece was selected to be one of six exhibited pieces from more than 125 submitted works. As an honorable mention winner, Jenna's photograph will be on exhibit at Drexel University in Philadelphia. Jenna is pictured here with art teacher Stefanie DiLorenzo. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153880 Mon, 20 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153880 Winning Speller Advances in Competition P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh- and eighth-grade students demonstrated their spelling talents this winter as they vied for first place in a schoolwide spelling bee. After winning the classroom rounds of the contest, 23 finalists were chosen to partake in this year’s schoolwide challenge. After 13 rounds of competition and correctly spelling “bifurcation,” seventh-grader Jay Sangwam was named this year’s winner. As a school finalist, Jay has now qualified to compete in the Long Island Regional Spelling Bee at Hofstra University in early February. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153875 Thu, 16 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153875 Teacher Spotlighted in Magazine P.J. Gelinas Junior High School art teacher Michael Sacco has once again been selected to showcase his creative lesson plans in the nationally published SchoolArts Magazine. In the article “Tag You’re It,” which will be printed in the February edition, Mr. Sacco details a popular “graffiti tag” project used in his eighth-grade art class. “In my experience, projects that concurrently excite students, allow for personal creativity and accomplish important art objects are a home run,” Mr. Sacco explains in the article. Detailing the project, he writes how he begins the lesson by discussing the meaning and history of graffiti before delving into the impact of different types of fonts and introducing students to his method of designing letters from the ground up. “It is always exciting to have the chance to showcase what is happening at Gelinas in the publication,” Mr. Sacco said. “It is also a great opportunity for collegial sharing with art teachers all over the world.” This is the fourth article Mr. Sacco has created for the magazine. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153873 Thu, 16 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153873 The College Experience Ward Melville High School students had the chance to learn the ins and outs of college life during this year’s Alumni Day program. During the program, former graduates spoke about their individual college experiences and helped to debunk a few common misconceptions. From those attending local universities to those enrolled in more remote colleges, the alumni helped to paint a picture of life as a college freshman. The panelists discussed what drew them to their current school, shared a bit about campus and dorm life, and offered advice on how to make the most out of the experience. In addition to the valuable insight the alumni provided, a representative from the district’s Method Test Prep program spoke with 10th- and 11th-grade students about the free ACT/SAT prep program available through the district’s Naviance/Family Connection. Alumni Day has grown tremendously over the years and continues to be an eye-opening and candid event for college-bound Ward Melville students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153874 Thu, 16 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153874 Ward Melville Seniors Named Intel Semifinalists Ward Melville High School seniors Luran He and Harrison Li have been named semifinalists in the National 2014 Intel Science Talent Search. As a semifinalist, each student will receive $1,000 for his outstanding research. Additionally, to recognize excellence in teaching and school support of individual student research, the high school will receive $1,000 per semifinalist. This award is used to further excellence in science, math and/or engineering education. Luran, mentored by Dr. Philip Allen at Stony Brook University, worked on a project called “Emergence of Chaos in Scattering System.” Through this project, he examined chaotic dynamics in an unbounded continuous system, and found some interesting relations for bonding in a three-particle system. Harrison, mentored by Dr. Brian Colle at Stony Brook University, worked on a project called “Multidecadal Changes in the Frequency and Ambient Conditions of Warm Season Convective Storms over the Northeastern United States.” Through this project, he analyzed storm trends and changes in the local environment of the northeastern United States using data from 1979 to 2010, and developed highly accurate statistical models to predict future long-term thunderstorm trends. The district commends these two students on this outstanding accomplishment as well as the other InSTAR seniors for their dedication and hard work throughout the year. In addition to the mentors they work with throughout the year, the students have worked alongside InSTAR teachers James Dornicik and Jennifer Visconti, as well as InSTAR director Dr. George Baldo. Finalists in the competition will be named later this month. These 40 finalists will be invited to Washington, D.C., in March to participate in the final judging, display their work to the public, meet with notable scientists and compete for the top award of $100,000. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153871 Wed, 15 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153871 Celebrating Cultures and World Languages R.C. Murphy Junior High School students and staff members helped to increase appreciation for and understanding of a variety of world languages and cultures during this year’s Foreign Language Week. Throughout the week, students participated in fun-spirited trivia and door-decorating contests and enjoyed viewing several beautiful artistic murals from around the world. The school’s Global Language Honor Society members conducted after-school French, Italian and Spanish cooking classes to teach the district’s fifth- and sixth-graders about the languages they were studying. During themed cooking classes, the students taught their younger peers some key phrases in the language of the day and helped them create crepes, cannoli and churros, as well as a craft project. The week culminated in the school’s annual International Night, during which attendees sampled a variety of culinary dishes from around the world and enjoyed several live performances. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153872 Tue, 14 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153872 Spring 2014 Continuing Education Brochure Please click here to view the Spring 2014 brochure publication. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153870 Tue, 14 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153870 IG/Pi/Enrichment Focus Committee Update - 1/8/14 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153414 Fri, 10 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153414 Top Spellers Advance to LI Bee Words used in everyday language to those that are more antiquated proved to be no match for the talented students at W.S. Mount Elementary School and R.C. Murphy Junior High School when they participated in their schools’ annual spelling bees this winter. At W.S. Mount, fourth- through sixth-grade students competed in the schoolwide bee before an audience of peers, parents and teachers. The 27 contestants represented the winners of each classroom spelling bee and volleyed for first place during the school bee’s 13 challenging rounds. Sixth-grader Yaseen Jalili was named this year’s spelling champ and will now compete in the Long Island Regional Spelling Bee at Hofstra University. This year’s runner up was sixth-grader Almila Gursoy, and fourth-grader Daphna Fineberg came in third place. After winning their classroom bees, R.C. Murphy seventh- and eighth-grade students competed in this year’s schoolwide contest. The bee ran for an impressive 17 rounds and ended with seventh-grader Maddy Avni’s correct spelling of “spontaneous.” As the school winner, Maddy will now compete against other school winners at the Long Island Regional Spelling Bee. Eighth-graders Jacob Cohen and Julia Hu took second and third place, respectively. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153868 Thu, 09 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153868 A Bright and Festive Tablescape Minnesauke Elementary School fourth-grade students in Michele Byrne’s class created patriotic centerpieces for the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook. The completed pieces displayed colorful drawings by the students and traditional winter decorations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153869 Thu, 09 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153869 Inspired to Achieve Their Dreams As part of the school’s yearlong character education program, W.S. Mount Elementary School students have been learning what it means to exhibit positive character traits and behaviors. These messages have been reinforced by a literature initiative spearheaded by Mount Assistant to the Principal Brigit DiPrimo. This winter, Ms. DiPrimo shared the award-winning book “Snowflake Bentley” with students in grades K-2. The story, about an inspirational man who had big dreams, reminded the students to always follow their dreams regardless of obstacles. As a visual reminder of this important message, the students in Mrs. Kenny’s second-grade class created snowflakes with adjectives describing William Bentley. The colorful creations were displayed in the large showcase in the primary wing. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153415 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153415 Two Ward Melville Seniors Named Intel Semifinalists Ward Melville High School seniors, Luran He and Harrison Li, have been named semifinalists in the national 2014 Intel Science Talent Search. These talented students are enrolled in the school’s InSTAR science research program. Check back later this week for information about the students’ projects and this outstanding achievement. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153413 Wed, 08 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153413 Beauty and the Beast - View the Video http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153411 Thu, 02 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153411 Weather Alert - 1/2 & 1/3 All district buildings will be closed as of 2 p.m. today, Jan. 2, and will remain closed tomorrow, Jan. 3. All evening activities have been canceled for Jan. 2 and all afternoon and evening activities are canceled for Jan. 3. This includes all athletic practices and contests. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153410 Wed, 01 Jan 2014 05:00:00 GMT false153410 Statement from Cheryl Pedisich, Superintendent of Schools On Tuesday, December 17, Suffolk County Police responded to an incident at Ward Melville High School involving a former student and teacher. It was reported that the former student was let into the building by another student, which was a mistake. His presence in the building was immediately recognized by a teacher and when approached, the former student became confrontational. School security quickly detained the former student until he was turned over to police. At no time was the safety of students compromised. The safety and well-being of our students and staff is always paramount. The district has strict safety protocols in place and will reference this incident as a reminder to students about policies and procedures in allowing non-students into the building. This incident did not rise to the level of a school wide alert as it did not pose any imminent or ongoing danger, districtwide mobilization, or need for action by parents. The police were called because the individual was uncooperative and challenging to our authority. We are mindful of the need to provide ongoing communication to our parents, but we balance this with the imperative to not create unnecessary concern about inevitable conflicts that are handled expertly by our staff and local law enforcement. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153403 Thu, 19 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153403 Student’s Composition Performed by MYO’s Suffolk Principal Orchestra Ward Melville High School senior Nick O’Brien had the chance to hear his orchestral piece, “Black Fog,” resound off the walls of the concert hall at Adelphi University when the Metropolitan Youth Orchestra’s Suffolk Principal Orchestra performed the selection this December. The piece, which Nick composed in approximately a week, was performed under the direction of Phil Preddice, a retired music educator from the Three Village Central School District. In addition to having composed the piece, Nick was also the principal violist for the orchestra. While the viola is his primary instrument, Nick, who has been very involved in music since a young age, is also familiar with and comfortable playing most instruments. He plans to major in music composition at college in the fall. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153404 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153404 Inspirational Guest Speakers W.S. Mount Elementary School second-grade students in Phylene Fizzuoglio’s class were inspired to not let any obstacles get in the way of the dreams and goals they set for themselves when two special guests visited their classroom. Parent and ghostwriter Jenna Glatzer was joined by Scott Rigsby, the man behind her book “UnThinkable,” to speak with students about the events that led up to Mr. Rigsby’s successful quest to be the first double amputee to complete the Hawaiian Ironman Triathlon. Mr. Rigsby explained to students how he lost both legs and what inspired him to accomplish something he had never dreamed of. “Today’s ‘unthinkables’ are tomorrow’s realities,” he said. “I had a dream that was bigger than me, but I did not let my fears get in my way because I had the faith that I was playing a role in a bigger story that would give hope to others.” Mr. Rigsby explained how it took more than a year and a half to learn how to complete the tasks in the event, which included swimming, riding a bike and running a long distance. He also showed students the different prosthetic legs he had used during the competition and held a brief question-and-answer session. “I love to write books about people who have overcome challenges and am proud to have remained friends with Mr. Rigsby,” said Ms. Glatzer, who has written 22 books to date. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153405 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153405 A Season of Giving Throughout the holiday season, students, faculty and staff members in the Three Village Central School District organized service projects aimed at assisting members of the local and global community. W.S. Mount, Setauket and Minnesauke elementary schools worked to make the holiday season a bright one for local families with holiday giving trees and a “Griffin the Giving Penguin” initiative at Mount. Hundreds of toys, clothes and gift cards were purchased through the collective drives and donated to local families. P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students once again competed in a “Floor Wars” holiday toy drive. Pitting the first floor homerooms against the second, students worked to see which floor could collect the most donations during the multi-week drive. The hundreds of new toys were delivered to the Town of Brookhaven’s Toys for Kids Drive just before the holiday break. This year’s Floor Wars collected more than 300 toys, which was combined with a sizable donation from the students, parents and PTA at Nassakeag Elementary School. R.C. Murphy Junior High School students and staff once again teamed up with Arrowhead and Minnesauke elementary schools to complete a stuff-a-truck toy drive for the Gerald Ryan Outreach Center in Wyandanch. The program, which has been coordinated for the past 26 years by Murphy school psychologist Jeff Pomerantz, generated hundreds of toy donations for the less fortunate children in Suffolk County. R.C. Murphy’s community connections club collected many new outdoor clothing items for FSO, which has 95 programs in 118 locations across Long Island and provides services for families in need. In addition, the club partnered with SHARP to make holiday cookies, which were included in baskets delivered to approximately 22 district families. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153406 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153406 Putting Important Lessons to Music Nassakeag Elementary School fourth-grade students tested their creative skills when musician, songwriter and storyteller Susan Trump visited the school to conduct a multidisciplinary program. The songwriting-in-residency workshop enabled the students to use their English language arts and music skills to compose a song about a book they had read as a class. Each class selected a story that incorporated the themes found in their character education and anti-bullying program, Rachel’s Challenge, and worked with Ms. Trump to spotlight the positive behaviors displayed at the conclusion of each story. The students met daily with Ms. Trump during the course of a week and performed their songs at a closing assembly for their parents. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153407 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153407 Learning About Stormwater Pollution Minnesauke Elementary School fourth-grade students received a hands-on lesson in stormwater pollution when a representative from Cornell University’s Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County visited the school. During the Stormwater Superheroes program, the students learned about the various kinds of pollution that can make their way into the bay and ocean and how they affect the local marine life. The fourth-graders learned how these items, from household cleaners to grass fertilizers, are often not absorbed or filtered by the ground and can flow into a storm drain system or nearby water bodies. The students also learned about the algal blooms that occur as a result of excess nutrients from lawn fertilizers and some of the ways Suffolk County is working to solve such problems. To reinforce the lessons, the students worked to create a human stormdrain system and poured different colored “pollutants” into the system to visualize what would happen in a local body of water. The students also had the chance to take an up-close look at and touch a commonly found marine creature, the horseshoe crab. The program was a fitting extension of the students’ classroom lessons. Leading up to the event, the grade level’s science instruction focused on the water cycle, natural resources and the importance of conservation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153408 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153408 Beauty and the Beast The Ward Melville High School theater company brought to life the beloved characters of the Disney classic “Beauty and the Beast.” The performances ran during the second weekend in December and included a special meet-and-greet with performers prior to Saturday’s matinee. The talented cast of student-actors and pit musicians began rehearsing in September, while members of the stage crew sketched and finalized the elaborate backdrops and sets leading up to opening night. Ward Melville vocal teacher Linda Contino directed the production, which involved more than 70 students in the cast, 50 students in the pit and 20 working with the stage crew. As the curtain closed on this year’s musical, audiences left ready to “be our guest” at next year’s show. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153409 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153409 Rescheduled Music Concerts at Gelinas 8TH GRADE CONCERT IS SCHEDULED FROM 6:00-7:00 PM 9TH GRADE CONCERT IS SCHEDULED FROM 8:00-9:00 PM http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153402 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153402 Pre-Kindergarten Program – Results of Community Survey http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153401 Thu, 12 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153401 String Concert - December 18, 2013 at 7:00 pm A special performance by Ward Melville string students. Please see flyer for details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153395 Wed, 11 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153395 Learning About Community Arrowhead Elementary School second-grade students in Rosemary Ullrich’s class have been learning about various communities – urban, suburban and rural – as part of their social studies curriculum. To commence the unit of study, the class took a walking tour of a local shopping center and made predictions about whether the various stores provided goods, services or both. After coming to a consensus, the class spoke with shop owners to confirm if their predictions were accurate. During their trip, the students received a tour of both Chase Bank and Strathmore Bagels, where they learned how a bagel is made from start to finish and even taste-tested a few creations. As a follow-up, each student selected a place in the community to study in depth. After researching their locations, the students created a model of the store or place and then presented their creations to the class in early December. The completed projects were put on display in the school’s library. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153396 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153396 Ward Melville Teacher Earns $10K Literacy Award Dr. Elizabeth Kelso, a Ward Melville High School English teacher, was named the first-place grant winner in the national 2013 Penguin Random House Teacher Award for Literacy competition. The $10,000 award was bestowed upon Dr. Kelso in support of her Living Book Project, which was determined by Random House to be the most innovative and original project with the greatest impact on readers and the community. “In this time of new standards and specific learning structures and processes, Random House’s support of The Living Book Project reiterates a shared value and belief that we want children to come together in their learning in the most basic and human ways, around story, experience and thoughtful dialogue,” said Dr. Kelso. Dr. Kelso was presented with the award by Tony Danza this November during the National Conference of Teachers of English in Boston. In addition to the application work completed by Dr. Kelso, Ward Melville High School seniors Sylvia Chen and Grace Molino supported the writing of the grant by submitting letters in support of the program. Last year’s Living Book Project brought together 240 students from several diverse Long Island high schools for a daylong conference founded in literacy and rich in educational benefits. The project was an interdisciplinary experience that brought high school students together to learn, share ideas and collectively reflect on Rebecca Skloot’s New York Times bestseller “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.” Ms. Lacks’ story began more than 60 years ago when her cancer cells were harvested without her knowledge; these cells, now known as HeLa cells, have become one of the most important tools in modern medicine, vital for genome research and progress in the fields of in vitro fertilization, cloning and vaccine development. The book challenged readers to broaden their thinking on subjects such as bioethics, literacy, history, sociology, race and social class in America, cultural diversity, ethics and patients’ rights. Each attendee was provided with a copy of the book prior to the event and asked to complete it by the date of the program. During the event, the themes found within the book were depicted theatrically and visually and were discussed at length during interactive dialogues between attendees. A similar event, centered on the graphic novel “The Complete Persepolis” by Marjane Satrapi, is planned for this spring. Students in Dr. Kelso’s 11th-grade AP English Language and Composition classes (now high school seniors) did the research and groundwork for the 2014 program by reading “Persepolis,” researching Stony Brook University and community resources, and writing up workshop proposals. Their work was instrumental in building the second Living Book Project. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153397 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153397 Supplies for Furry Friends Nassakeag Elementary School third-graders have been coordinating a holiday collection drive for the animals at Brookhaven Animal Shelter. The monthlong initiative has raised hundreds of items for the less fortunate animals, as students, their families and staff members donated food items, new toys and gently used blankets to the worthy cause. The students helped to publicize their grade-level initiative by fashioning creative posters to display around the school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153398 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153398 Ward Melville Athletes Commit to College Ward Melville High School seniors Kathryn Charpin and Samantha Torrico signed National Letters of Intent, committing to continue their athletic journeys at two premier universities. Kathryn, a rising fencing star, will be attending Penn State University, while Samantha will compete on Hofstra University’s lacrosse team. The two students were recently commended for this accomplishment by Erin Blaney, executive director for health, physical education, recreation and athletics. “Once you are a part of the Ward Melville family, you are always a Patriot,” Ms. Blaney said. “We wish you well in your future and look forward to hearing about all of your successes to come.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153399 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153399 Early Dismissal For All Schools - Tuesday, December 10, 2013 - Afternoon SACC is Cancelled Due to the inclement weather, schools will close early today following the schedule below: Ward Melville and the Academy will dismiss students at 12:00 pm PJ Gelinas and RC Murphy at 12:45 pm Minnesauke & Nassakeag at 1:35 pm Arrowhead, Mount & Setauket at 2:25 pm SACC is cancelled this afternoon. All afternoon and evening activities are cancelled. The PJ Gelinas Concert will be rescheduled. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153394 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153394 Sex Offender Notification - December 9, 2013 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153393 Sun, 08 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153393 Ward Melville High School Presents Beauty and the Beast December 12, 13 and 14 at 7:30 pm Saturday Matinee - December 14 at 1:00 pm Tickets $20 - online at payforit.net or call 730-4357 click here for flyer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153391 Wed, 04 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153391 Reminder: ONLY Elementary Schools will be closed on Friday, December 6, 2013 for Parent/Teacher Conferences http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153392 Tue, 03 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153392 NY Islanders Visit Setauket When members of the Setauket Elementary School fifth- and sixth-grade chorus performed at the NY Islanders game against the Detroit Red Wings on Nov. 16, more than 500 cheering fans attended to see their pitch-perfect performance. To show their appreciation for the students’ performance and their crowd-filling efforts, three Islanders recently visited the school. During the school assembly for grades 3-6, forward Eric Boulton and defensemen Aaron Ness and Matt Carkner spoke about leading a healthy lifestyle, nutrition, exercise and teamwork. Following the informative program, the students in grades K-2 demonstrated their school and NHL spirit by high-fiving the visitors as they exited the building. More than just a memorable event, the students’ performance at the game also served as a community service fundraiser for the school. Proceeds of $5 per ticket sold were donated back to the school in support of the beautification of the Setauket School Children’s Courtyard. As a result of the building’s efforts, an estimated $2,500 was raised for this cause. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153386 Mon, 02 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153386 Sending Care Packages to Soldiers Overseas As part of a schoolwide community outreach effort, Nassakeag Elementary School students and staff members donated hundreds of items to this year’s “Boxes for the Soldiers” collection drive. The effort, which was coordinated by the school’s Shared Decision Making Team in collaboration with Brookhaven National Lab, collected more than 40 boxes of donations, with an additional 20 cases of energy bars donated by Tristan Rowland's family. Donations included toiletries, socks, hats, blankets and a variety of ready-to-eat goods. The boxes, which were decorated by sixth-grade volunteers, included student-crafted cards and thank-you letters to the soldiers. The donated boxes will be sent to a platoon station in Afghanistan, and to a staff member’s nephew who is stationed in the Middle East. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153387 Mon, 02 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153387 Celebrating Differences with Teddy Turkey As part of W.S. Mount Elementary School’s character education program Character Counts, students are regularly engaged in meaningful learning activities that emphasize the importance of being healthy and maintaining a bully-free environment. The program focuses on the six pillars of character – trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship – and rewards students who are “caught” displaying each of these characteristics. After a search for a timely and appropriate book that incorporated these messages turned up empty, Assistant to the Principal Brigit DiPrimo put her creativity to use and wrote a short character education book called “The Story of Teddy Turkey.” The story focuses on a turkey that is self-conscious for being different than the others in his flock, before being reminded that one’s differences are things to be celebrated. Ms. DiPrimo shared her story with the students prior to the Thanksgiving holiday. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153388 Mon, 02 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153388 Sharing Thanksgiving with Local Seniors Setauket Elementary School fifth-grade students in Adrienne D’Onofrio’s class celebrated the Thanksgiving holiday with local seniors when they prepared a traditional feast with the residents at Jefferson’s Ferry retirement community. As part of a yearlong community service project, the fifth-graders visit the establishment each month to meet with residents and engage in relationship-building activities. During their November visit, the students helped prepare several holiday side dishes – including mashed potatoes, a pudding pie and a string bean casserole – and played games with the residents while they waited for the meal to cook. After saying what they were collectively thankful for, the group enjoyed the traditional Thanksgiving meal together. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153389 Mon, 02 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153389 Spirited Holiday Food Drive Ward Melville High School’s Key Club coordinated a fun-spirited food drive this November called the “Turkey Teacher Competition,” which collected donations for several local food pantries. For the drive, the school’s students and faculty members donated nonperishable food items in boxes corresponding to several faculty volunteers. At the end of the drive, the faculty member whose box had received the least amount of nonperishable items wore a “turkey hat” during the last day of classes before the holiday break. This year, the club, which is advised by Annette Goldberg and Allison Kane, collected 3,388 items. This year’s contest “winner” was high school dean Jay Negus. The collected items will not only benefit local families, but also those serviced by St. Isidore’s food pantry in Riverhead, St. James’ food pantry in Setauket, St. Gerard’s food pantry in Terryville and St. Margaret’s food pantry in Selden. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153390 Mon, 02 Dec 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153390 A Hands-On Lesson About Native Americans In celebration of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday and in conjunction with their studies on early American life, kindergarten students at W.S. Mount Elementary School participated in their annual Native American Day in late November. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153380 Tue, 26 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153380 Educational Foundation Donates 40K for New Marching Band Uniforms As a result of their tremendous fundraising initiative, the Three Village Educational Foundation has made great strides toward accomplishing its goal of purchasing new uniforms for the award-winning Ward Melville High School Marching Band. The total for replacing the current polyester uniforms that date back to 1977 is approximately $48,000. Beginning earlier this year and running through the start of November, the 3VEF collected donations toward the cause through its annual 50/50 fundraiser. At its Nov. 20 meeting, the Board of Education gratefully accepted a $40,000 donation from Foundation members Karen Foda and Barbara Konczynin, which will be directly applied to the cause. After the ceremonial presentation, the Board graciously thanked members of the Foundation for their continued efforts to support and enhance the quality of the educational program provided to district students. In true 50/50 raffle spirit, the Foundation also announced that five district retirees were the lucky recipients of the split chance fundraiser. Pictured here are the winners along with members of the Foundation at the meeting. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153381 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153381 School Coat Drive Benefits Those in Need Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff members continued to shine as bright as stars this November as they completed a number of activities in line with their Sharing, Trustworthy, Accepting, Respectful and Serving character program. From celebrating World Community Day to helping stamp out bullying by wearing crazy socks, the students aimed to make a difference in the school and community. As the weather turned crisp, the school’s PBIS Committee (which stands for Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) coordinated a coat drive just before Thanksgiving to benefit those in need. As a result of their effort, the school collected 155 gently used coats. Several of the donations will be benefit local families while the majority will be given to the Children’s Community Head Start programs in Port Jefferson and Ronkonkoma. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153382 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153382 Baking Bread for a Local Soup Kitchen Minnesauke Elementary School kindergartners deployed basic mathematical counting skills as they completed a service project for those in need this holiday season. Demonstrating both kindness and compassion, the students worked with their teachers and parent volunteers to create nearly 80 mini loaves of pumpkin bread for the Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen in Setauket. The students worked cooperatively to measure both dry and wet ingredients, prepare the batter, and gently pour it into prepared loaf pans. The finished products were baked by several class parents and donated to the soup kitchen in time for the Thanksgiving holiday. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153383 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153383 Helping Save Lives During a grade-level community service project held in conjunction with the school’s PTA, Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-graders not only learned about the importance of the human circulatory system, but also helped to potentially save lives this November. As a complement to their science curriculum, a representative from the New York Blood Center spoke with the students about blood, blood donation and blood transfusions. The students learned about the components of the circulatory system, blood components and their purpose, blood types, and the blood donation process. With their newfound knowledge in mind, the students volunteered as “little doctors” during an after-school blood drive. At this event, the students assisted donors with their paperwork and served snacks and drinks following the donations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153384 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153384 Helping to Fill Pantries In the spirit of giving, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students competed against each other in a “Battle of the Cans” fundraiser sponsored by the school’s student government. Throughout the weeklong event, students deposited nonperishable food items in their grade level’s colorful can in the cafeteria. Each grade level’s progress during the collection drive was charted on paper in the school’s cafeteria. With 316 nonperishable cans, the winner of the competition was the ninth-grade class. In a close second was the eighth-grade class who donated 310 cans. 209 cans were donated by the seventh-grade class. All of the donated cans were provided to Brookhaven Town, which will supply items to local food pantries within the town. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153385 Mon, 25 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153385 Giving Thanks to Local Veterans In honor of Veterans Day, second-grade students in Amanda Besold’s class at Setauket Elementary School wrote thank-you letters to local veterans at the Long Island State Veterans Home in Stony Brook. The students thanked the veterans for being brave, leaving their families to keep them safe and free, and loving the country. The second-graders also created patriotic stars that read, "Thank you for serving our country." All of the students were happy to take the time to thank and remember those who have done so much for our country. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153379 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153379 The Reporter - Fall 2013 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153375 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153375 Capturing Awards for School Yearbook Ward Melville HS Only School in State to Win at National Competition Out of the more than 2,000 entries submitted nationwide, Ward Melville High School yearbook students earned 16 write-off placements at the Journalism Education Association Write-offs Competition at the National High School Journalism Convention in Boston. Not only was the school highly successful in this competition, but it was also the only school from New York State to place in the contest. The Write-offs are a competition hosted by the Journalism Education Association at its fall and spring high school journalism conventions. There are a number of categories in which students are able to compete while at the convention. Categories range from journalism writing and graphic design to photography and broadcast. Only one student per school can sign up for each category. Congratulations to the entire yearbook staff and the following award-winning students: Erynn Hughes – Superior: Sports YB Copy/Captions Mairead Moloney – Superior: Academics YB Copy/Captions Anthony Muscarella – Superior: YB Theme Design Marin Vatske – Superior: Logo Design Jimmie Costello – Excellent: First Year Photo Haley Gillan – Excellent: Newsmagazine Design Danielle Grinberg – Excellent: Student Life YB Copy/Captions Kyra Hughes – Excellent: Advertising Design Trevor Munch – Excellent: Photo Portfolio Amanda Spaccarelli – Excellent: Infographic Design Hannah Yen – Excellent: Feature Writing Emma Gaedje – Honorable Mention: Photo Portrait Maddy Schoenfeld – Honorable Mention: Short Video Documentary Joanne Suk – Honorable Mention: YB Inside Pages Design Alan Wei – Honorable Mention: Sports Photography Grace Zhao – Honorable Mention: Editorial Writing http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153376 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153376 Promoting Kindness and Compassion at Arrowhead Each month, students and staff members at Arrowhead Elementary School focus on a specific positive character trait as they work to promote kindness and compassion within the school and greater community. To drive home the month’s character trait of thankfulness, Arrowhead’s student council helped coordinate a schoolwide food drive for Long Island Cares this November. During the multi-week drive, students, families and staff members helped fill four large donation boxes with nonperishable food items. With the assistance of Long Island Cares, these donations will be supplied to numerous food pantries, soup kitchens and emergency shelters on the island. As several food pantries continue to report a growing need for supplies due to increased demand, Arrowhead’s contribution is sure to make this year’s holiday season a bright one for local individuals. Arrowhead has adopted a yearlong character education focus titled “Arrowhead CARES” (compassion, acceptance, responsibility, encouragement and sharing). As a symbol of their commitment to display these types of behavior, students have signed a pledge and are encouraged to participate in some of the activities listed on the school’s kindness and compassion monthly calendar. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153377 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153377 SHARP Club Builds Memories Ward Melville High School’s SHARP (Students Helping and Reaching Peers) club members regularly engage in community service projects throughout the school year. As part of a team-building activity, members of the club and their adviser, Amy Cusumano, recently explored Avalon Park in Stony Brook. During the event, the students enjoyed learning about their fellow club members and participating in team bonding activities. The club’s 40 members, from grades 10 through 12, often volunteer at local soup kitchens and act as mentors for elementary students and peers with special needs. Additionally, club members volunteered at this year’s homecoming carnival and high school Trick-or-Treat Street. The organization is in the process of planning a winter dance to benefit a local family dealing with the financial strain caused by a cancer diagnosis, as well as its popular “Zumba for Autism” event in April. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153378 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153378 Help Our Schools Win a $200,000 Security Grant Please be advised, due to the high volume of text messages coming through the system, the text your vote option for this contest is currently unavailable. The company is actively working toward resolving this issue. We will update this message when the matter has been corrected. Our district has been nominated for a “Together for Safer Schools” grant from STANLEY Security! With your help, we could win up to $200,000 in STANLEY Security installed products and services. How can I help? - Vote online daily! Visit www.stanleysaferschools.com from Nov. 5-Dec. 13 and vote for R.C. Murphy JHS. While only one school is listed, any prizes awarded will be divided between all of our schools. - Text your vote daily! Text “R.C. Murphy Junior High School” to 99222 to cast a vote. Standard messaging rates apply. - Spread the word! Tell your friends, family, teachers and those in the community to vote each day. Every Vote Counts! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152952 Sun, 24 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152952 7-12 Secondary Report Cards Are Now Viewable on the Portal http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152964 Sat, 23 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152964 Patriots Take Next Step Nine Seniors to Compete on College Athletic Teams In recognition of their years of athletic commitment and academic dedication, nine Ward Melville High School seniors have been selected to compete on some of the nation’s premier college sports team this fall. Seven students marked their commitment to compete within Division I and II programs by signing National Letters of Intent while two were invited to continue their athletic careers at a military service academy. “These students have put a tremendous amount of time and energy into not only their athletics but also their academics,” said Erin Blaney, executive director for health, physical education, recreation and athletics. “The balance they have struck between the two commitments is an incredible task and one to commend. I congratulate each of these students on their past and future successes and thank their families and coaches for all of their support and effort that they have given to these athletes.” The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following Ward Melville seniors: Division I and II Rachael Bertini – University of Buffalo, swimming AJ Carollo – University of Tampa, lacrosse Kelsey Catalano – University of Connecticut, lacrosse Emma Jehle – Binghamton University, lacrosse Shea McAvoy – Hofstra University, lacrosse Kristen Pozmanter – Binghamton University, swimming Samantha Torrico – Hofstra University, lacrosse Service Academy Conor McAvoy – Army, lacrosse Brendan Simpson – Army, lacrosse http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153374 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153374 Presenting a Tale as Old as Time Ward Melville HS Students Perform ‘Beauty and the Beast’ Dec. 12-14 Ward Melville High School student-actors will perform this year’s musical, the Disney classic “Beauty and the Beast,” this December. Performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. on Dec. 12-14, with an additional 1 p.m. show on Dec. 14. Young children are invited to dress in their favorite Disney attire and attend a special on-stage photo session with the cast prior to the Dec. 14 show. Doors will be open for this memorable session between 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. This year’s production involves more than 70 students in the cast, 50 students in the pit and 20 working with the stage crew. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased through payforit.net or by calling 631-730-4357. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153373 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153373 Exploring Future Career Options Taking their first steps toward selecting a potential future career, R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-graders had the chance to learn about a wide range of professions during the building’s annual career awareness fair. The event, which was set up in the school’s gymnasium and sponsored by the family and consumer science department, afforded students the opportunity to speak with professionals from such fields as physical therapy, architecture, substance abuse counseling and finance in a one-on-one setting. As the students are technically beginning their first year of high school, the fair aims to spark an interest in the career path they might be interested in pursuing in the future. “I thought today was really interesting to see what kind of job options I had in the future,” said ninth-grader Lauren Senia, who expressed an interest in event planning and physical therapy. “I think that this event helped to set some students on the path of which electives to consider taking in high school as well as gave them a deeper understanding of the training or schooling required for those fields,” added Benjamin Sullivan. “As educators, we see the importance of connecting school to future endeavors, and this program allows for these connections to be made,” said teacher Ginger Ferraro, who coordinated the program along with Emma Domino. “The response from our students and presenters was so positive that we are looking into the possibility of working with our guidance department to have monthly professional ‘meet and greets’ for our students.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153372 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153372 Understanding Thanksgiving Traditions As an extension of their social studies curriculum and with Thanksgiving just around the corner, kindergarten students at Arrowhead Elementary School in the Three Village School District had the chance to experience the holiday in a hands-on way as they acted as Native Americans and Pilgrims during the school’s annual Thanksgiving Adventure. Prior to the big event, students learned about the first Thanksgiving, the Mayflower and Plymouth Rock. During the culminating activity, the students made macaroni necklaces, turkey napkin holders, Native American headdresses and Pilgrim hats. They also learned how to tell a story using Native American symbols, pretended to plant corn in small cups and shared stories in a teepee. After arriving at the event on the “Mayflower,” each student took a turn signing a “Friendship Promise.” The school’s holiday activities also included a grade-level Thanksgiving feast the following week. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152967 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152967 Mobilizing and Empowering Change District Students Join Together with Long Island Youth for Service Learning A core group of Three Village Central School District students from grades 4-12 joined hundreds of peers from across Long Island to create lasting change in their communities during the first Lift Up Long Island event. The program, which brought together more than 250 students, local business owners, educators and community members, offered students the chance to develop real-world critical thinking skills as they brainstormed solutions to local needs. On the heels of the first anniversary of Superstorm Sandy, the program focused on the challenges each participating community faced in the aftermath of the devastating hurricane and several social issues that existed well before the storm rushed ashore. After hearing from keynote speaker Julie Foudy, a two-time Olympic gold medalist, the students met with the panel of experts in attendance to discuss ways to strengthen community resources, address a social concern and/or intensify Long Island’s ability to overcome future natural or man-made catastrophes. This fall’s event was the first in a series of three service learning opportunities occurring over the next year aimed at facilitating student-driven social change efforts and instilling a culture of youth-led social impact across Long Island. Schools within the district will be focusing on the following topics as part of their participation in this ongoing event: Arrowhead – Environment, Particularly the Carbon Footprint the School Has Created Minnesauke – Leadership W.S. Mount – Homelessness and Cyberbullying Nassakeag – Healthy Living Setauket – Anti-Bullying P.J. Gelinas – Music Advocacy and Preservation R.C. Murphy – Healthy Living and Emotional Support for Bullying Victims Ward Melville – Better Integrating Special Education Students into the School’s Population http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152968 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152968 SCSSA – “The Facts About CCSS and Other Important Education Topics” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152966 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152966 Registration for the Saturday Enrichment Program has been extended to Friday, November 22 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152963 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152963 Education Commissioner Hosts Forum at Ward Melville As part of their series of meetings statewide, New York State Education Commissioner John B. King Jr. and Board of Regents Chancellor Merryl H. Tisch held their first Suffolk County Common Core community forum at Ward Melville High School in November. Prior to the evening forum, the commissioner had the chance to take an up-close look at the educational program provided in the district when he visited Setauket Elementary School. During the building tour, Commissioner King spoke with several teachers and observed a few classroom lessons. Members of the Board of Education and central administration were also afforded time to speak with the education department leaders briefly prior to the start of the organized community meeting. As the evening forum was coordinated by state Senator John J. Flanagan’s office, 32 individuals from his senatorial district addressed the commissioner to ask questions about the Common Core, related assessments and other educational reforms approved by the state Board of Regents. Members of the high school’s student government volunteered as moderators during the event and one of the building’s jazz bands commenced the program with a musical performance. Click here for a link to the full video (Taken from the back of the auditorium to view the stage.You may need to adjust the volume on yourdevice as the sound changes with each speaker.) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152965 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152965 Emergency Drill Scheduled for Nov. 26 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152959 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152959 Recognizing Seniors for Scholastic Promise As a result of their outstanding performance on the PSAT exam and overall GPA, Ward Melville High School seniors Dylan Lopez and Marissa Montoya have been named National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholars. This year, the NHRP honored 5,300 Hispanic/Latino students from a pool of nearly 260,000 students who took the 2012 PSAT exam. Recognized students are of Hispanic/Latino descent, achieved PSAT results above the 188 high selection index and possess a GPA of 3.5 or higher. The honor, issued by the College Board, was initiated in 1983 to identify outstanding Hispanic/Latino high school students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152960 Thu, 14 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152960 Creatively Celebrating Peace Ward Melville High School 11th-grader Sarah Schoenfeld was named the winner of this year’s Shanti Fund poster design contest. Sarah created the award-winning design in her advanced graphic design class, taught by Jennifer Trettner. She will be honored during an award ceremony at the Suffolk County executive’s office and her poster will be part of the 2014 Shanti Fund calendar. The contest is held annually by the Shanti Fund in celebration of Mohandas Gandhi’s birthday and his teachings of peace. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152961 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152961 Safety Drill Enhancing Emergency Preparedness District Officials Participate in Safety Drill that Simulates School Fire In an effort to enhance its emergency preparedness, the district partnered with local first responders to conduct a mass casualty drill at Ward Melville High School in early November. The event, planned as a result of the district’s ongoing interagency partnership with the Setauket Fire District, involved close to 100 “victims,” including student volunteers, and more than 200 firefighters and other emergency personnel. The drill unfolded after an “explosion” in a machine room in the high school’s pool locker room area caused a fire to break out. As manufactured smoke billowed through hallways, members of the district’s emergency management team and local responders put safety practices into action. As students were stationed in classes throughout the surrounding areas and in the gym, staff members worked to ensure all were accounted for as responders triaged victims. Responding agencies included the Setauket, Stony Brook and Terryville fire departments, Stony Brook and Port Jefferson volunteer ambulances, the Town of Brookhaven fire marshal’s office, Suffolk County EMS, and the Suffolk County Emergency Response Unit. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152962 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152962 Internet Safety and Cyberbullying Workshop - PJG - November 13, 2013 Apresentation by the Suffolk County Police Department on Internet Safety and Cyberbullying will take place on Wednesday, November 13th at 7:30 p.m. in the Gelinas Auditorium. The presentation deals with what every parent needs to know about social network sites and how to monitor their child's activities and keep them safe. Admission is free and open to all. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152958 Mon, 11 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152958 Musicians Learn from a Master Following a highly selective audition process, three students from the Three Village Central School District have been chosen to participate in a masterclass with world-renowned concert violinist Midori. Talented student-musicians Kathryn Leung from R.C. Murphy Junior High School as well as Martin Vaillancourt and Jake Vincel from Ward Melville High School will have the opportunity to learn from Midori during this program on Nov. 10 at the Staller Center Recital Hall. In addition to the three selected for the masterclass, Ward Melville students Devin Cowan, Ariel Leong, Tommy Li, and Elizabeth Merrifield were invited to audition for the program. Elizabeth was named a first runner-up and Devin was selected as a second runner-up. The audition process began last June, when students had to submit a portfolio of their achievements as well as letters of recommendation from their private and school conductors. Applying students were required to have achieved perfect scores on their New York State School Music Association level 6 solos (the highest level of competition) for three consecutive years. The second round of the selection process called for the students to audition in front of a panel of professors and musicians from the university by performing their most advanced piece from memory. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152950 Thu, 07 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152950 Mount Blood Drive – Nov. 13 Although they do not yet qualify as donors themselves, fifth-grade students at W.S. Mount Elementary School have organized a schoolwide blood drive to help ensure the much-needed resource is available to those in medical need. In preparation for the drive, and as a complement to their science curriculum, Donors Relations Associate Howard Andersen of Melville Blood Services visited the school’s fifth-grade classes to teach the students about blood, blood donation and blood transfusions. The students learned about the components of the circulatory system, blood components and their purpose, blood types and the blood donation process. During the drive, the students will volunteer as “little doctors” by assisting donors with their paperwork and serving snacks and drinks following the donations. The blood drive will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 13, from 2-8 p.m. at W.S. Mount Elementary School. Click on the form below for more details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152957 Wed, 06 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152957 Blanketing Pediatric Oncology Patients with Love In celebration of Making a Difference Day, more than 150 students and families from the Three Village Central School District participated in Setauket Elementary School’s first Bink-a-Thon. The event, coordinated by the school’s PTA and Principal Dr. Nathalie Lilavois, called for attendees to make blankets (aka “binkies”) for the Pediatric Oncology Department at Stony Brook University Hospital. While some blankets were hand- or machine-quilted, the majority were no-sew fleece pieces. Using donated items, the volunteers fashioned many colorful blankets which are certain to provide warmth and comfort to those in need. The community event was organized through the Binky Patrol, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to making and delivering homemade blankets to children and teens in need of comfort. Dr. Lilavois is the area coordinator of the Suffolk County Binky Patrol chapter. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152956 Tue, 05 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152956 Donating Pajamas During STARS Month Throughout the month of October, Minnesauke Elementary School students and staff members participated in a different character-building activity each school day to reinforce the importance of becoming STARS – sharing, trustworthy, accepting, respectful and serving. During Red Ribbon Week, the school focused on making healthy life choices. Students and staff also emphasized caring for others through the organization of a pajama drive. As part of this schoolwide effort, more than 90 new pajamas were collected and donated to the Scholastic Books’ Great Bedtime Story Pajama Drive. For each pair of pajamas donated, Scholastic Books will provide a book for the recipient. The program was organized by the school’s PBIS committee. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152954 Tue, 05 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152954 A Square Pumpkin Teaches an Important Lesson As part of W.S. Mount Elementary School’s character education program Character Counts, students are regularly engaged in meaningful learning activities that emphasize the importance of being healthy and maintaining a bully-free environment. The program focuses on the six pillars of character – trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship – and rewards students who are “caught” displaying each of these characteristics. At the primary level this fall, these complex messages were reinforced through an entertaining initiative that began with the students reading aloud “Spookley the Square Pumpkin,” a story that teaches younger students to accept differences in others. After learning how Spookley’s differences helped him save the rest of his patch, the students created their own artistic, and in some cases edible, displays of square pumpkins. “At Mount Elementary School, we believe that good character is vital to the overall social and emotional well-being of our students,” said Assistant to the Principal Brigit DiPrimo, who created the K-2 Spookley initiative and a large display case to reinforce its purpose. “Many of our teachers have extended the book’s message of tolerance by creating bulletin boards and displays. It is a wonderful way to engage younger students and teach them the importance of accepting others and embracing differences.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152955 Tue, 05 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152955 Exploring Career Options While they still have a few years before they enter the workforce, Setauket Elementary School fourth-, fifth- and sixth-grade students had the chance to learn about a wide range of professions during the building’s annual Career Day. During the event, students rotated through workshops featuring 11 different careers. They learned about careers such as speech pathologist, veterinarian, law enforcement, airplane captain, business developer, attorney and financial planner. The presenters shared an overview of what their typical day is like, the training they have completed, and some key facts about their chosen field. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152951 Mon, 04 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152951 Saturday Enrichment Registration Deadline Nov. 15 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152953 Mon, 04 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152953 Community Forum with Education Commissioner – Nov. 12, 2013 Ward Melville High School It is expected that the Commissioner will be discussing and fielding questions on such topics as the Common Core Learning Standards and other educational reforms approved by the State Board of Regents. Please be advised that seating will be limited for this event and only a select number of individuals will be permitted to speak. As this program is being coordinated by State Senator John J. Flanagan’s office, chosen speakers will represent the 12 school districts within his senatorial jurisdiction. * This forum will take place in the auditorium at Ward Melville High School. Once capacity is reached within the auditorium, overflow traffic will be directed to the cafeteria where a live feed of the forum will be broadcast. The maximum capacity of these two venues will be approximately 1,200. Once this amount has been reached, no further entrances into the building will be allowed. We are asking for your cooperation for assuring the safety and security of our students. Please note the following: Parking and access to the high school will not be permitted until 3:00 p.m., after all students and staff dismiss. No one will be admitted to the building until 5:00 pm. Seating is limited and will be available on a first come first served basis, until we reach the capacity of the seats. Once capacity has been reached, no further entrances into the building will be allowed. There are NO outdoor facilities available. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152943 Mon, 04 Nov 2013 05:00:00 GMT false152943 Restocking the Murphy Food Pantry The Three Village Central School District provides assistance to community members in need through various outreach opportunities throughout the year. In addition to those events sponsored by grade levels or buildings, several food pantries are located within the district and are available at any time to those in need. As these pantries exist based on donations, students, faculty members and families assist the schools regularly to ensure they are filled with a variety of items. The expansive food pantry at R.C. Murphy Junior High School was recently restocked by a generous donation from the local Girl Scout Troop 634. The troop, which includes six Murphy seventh-graders, collected a tremendous amount of non-perishable food items and aided in lining the pantry shelves. In addition to food items, the Murphy pantry is now accepting clothing donations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152948 Sun, 03 Nov 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152948 The Great Pumpkin Lesson Taking advantage of the fall harvest and as a culmination of their science unit on the lifecycle of a pumpkin, first-graders in Angela Pantelidis’ and Jaclyn Maltaghati’s class at Setauket Elementary School used the seasonal gourd in a variety of educational ways. Working in small groups with the help of parent volunteers, the students used their mathematical measuring skills to make pumpkin pudding, their senses to discover how a pumpkin feels and smells on the inside, weighed gourds on a balance scale, and measured their height in paper pumpkins. Tapping into their creative side, the students decorated their own pumpkins, made Halloween-themed drawings and read pumpkin-inspired stories. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152949 Sun, 03 Nov 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152949 Survey Says! Setauket Elementary School jumpstarted its character education program, Setauket ROCKS!, this fall with a fun-filled assembly program focused on the overarching messages of the initiative. To help promote positive behavior and support the implementation of the Setauket ROCKS behavior matrix, select fourth-, fifth- and sixth-grade students participated in a “Family Feud” themed program developed by the building’s PBIS committee. During the assembly, the school’s stage was transformed to look like the set of the familiar game show. Participating students worked in two teams to answer questions about what it means to be responsible, open-minded, cooperative, kind and safe. As part of the Setauket ROCKS! program, students are recognized throughout the year for their positive choices during weekly schoolwide announcements. The students who participated in the assembly included: Sean Brown Emily Bussa Jonathan Bussa Andrew Casey Michael Comerford Thomas Cunard Nicole DeLucia Campbell DeMaio Claire Flaherty Jason Flynn Lauren Gaete Lulu Hardy Melanie Jolley Luke Korsen Kate Kratochvil Avery Kuhn Lily Mingrone Charlie Munn Nicholas Orlando Elizabeth Radke Matt Rotoli Andrew Rubin Daniel Scisci Maleah Scully Giancarlo Serratore Sarah Wiederman http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152945 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152945 Honoring Dedicated Volunteers The Three Village Central School District’s seven-member Board of Education is comprised of community volunteers who serve as the policy-making, governance body of the school district. In recognition of the countless hours these individuals dedicate to the schools and community, the district celebrated School Board Recognition Week during its second board meeting this October. As each Board member serves as a liaison to one of the district’s schools, representatives from each building spoke on behalf of their trustee, the district clerk and the student representative, and presented them with a token of their school’s appreciation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152946 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152946 Celebrating Red Ribbon Week Nassakeag Elementary School students and staff members helped promote the importance of making healthy life choices as they celebrated Red Ribbon Week this October. The weeklong celebration included several theme days – including “Rally Together Against Bad Habits – Wear Red,” “Stay Active and Healthy – Sports/Team Shirt Day,” “Be a True Blue Friend – Wear Blue,” and “Scare Away Bad Habits –Wear Orange and Black” – and included the building’s annual Walk for Education event. During the walk, students and staff members completed laps around the school’s fields to collect pledged donations, which will sponsor healthy initiatives at the school as well as raise awareness about leading a healthy lifestyle. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152947 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152947 Nov. 6 Board Meeting Canceled Please be advised that the Nov. 6 Board of Education meeting has been canceled. The Board’s next meeting will be on Nov. 20. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152944 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152944 Help Our Education Foundation Support Our Schools Please follow this link to the Three Village Education Foundation website to learn our annual fundraiser running through November 6, 2013!! All monies raised go directly back to our students!! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152934 Tue, 29 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152934 HS Marching Band Performs at Newsday Festival To view Newsday's pictures of the Ward Melville High School Marching Band performing at this year's Marching Band Festival click here To view Newsday's video of the performance, click here http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152942 Mon, 28 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152942 Fall Produce Helps Harvest a Unique Lesson Working with their fifth-grade buddies from Cyndy Lopresti’s class, Nassakeag Elementary School kindergarteners in Rebecca D’Agostino’s class learned how to use a nonstandard measuring tool to complete several mathematical activities. Using apples, the paired classes measured the lengths of their hands, feet and bodies, and worked to find two objects that weigh less than each apple. The activity reinforced the lessons the kindergarteners were exploring in the classroom in a fun and tangible way. The school buddy program, which pairs classes from different grades together for the school year, has become a longstanding tradition at Nassakeag. Paired classes often meet regularly throughout the year to complete activities incorporating math, English language arts and artistic skills. “The friendships that exist between the buddies are ones that last for years,” said Ms. Lopresit. “The older students feel helpful in guiding their younger peers, who in turn see their older buddies as mentors.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152938 Fri, 25 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152938 Positive Character Shines Through at Minnesauke As part of the building’s monthlong character education celebration, students and staff at Minnesauke Elementary School in the Three Village Central School District are committing to becoming STARS – sharing, trustworthy, accepting, respectful and serving – in a variety of ways this October. The STARS initiative was adopted in the building last year as a means to promote these traits. From assembly programs focused on creating a positive, anti-bullying environment to donating supplies to a local animal shelter, the students are learning the true meaning behind this school program. The students, faculty and staff created a blanket of gold when they all wore their Minnesauke STARS T-shirts to school on the same day. The event was just one symbol of their solidarity and collective mission to create a bully-free school environment and display positive character traits regularly. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152939 Fri, 25 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152939 Going Orange for Unity Day R.C. Murphy Junior High School students and staff worked to spread the message that bullying is simply not tolerated at the school when they participated in National Unity Day this October. Orange is the national color for bullying prevention, so the school’s students blanketed Murphy in orange clothing while the staff worked to reinforce their positive behavioral program by wearing their PBIS shirts. During lunch periods, school social worker Debbi Rakowsky also spoke with the students about the difference between being “mean” and a “bully” and encouraged the students to write messages on a cafeteria banner, declaring what they will do to prevent social cruelty. Continued conversations on the topic were held with members of the school’s sports program as well as in health classes. These additional talks also included the topic of cyber bullying. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152935 Thu, 24 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152935 Student-Artists Spotlighted Locally Colorful and artistic creations designed by Three Village students in grades K-9 have been gaining attention locally in a student art display at Holiday Inn Express Stony Brook. The pieces, which were created this past school year, were chosen by the students’ teachers for inclusion in the art show. “It is always wonderful to give our young artists an opportunity to exhibit their work outside the confines of their respective schools,” said elementary art coordinator and assistant principal Linda Messina. “Partnering with Holiday Inn Express was a great way to bring art into the community for all to appreciate and enjoy. We hope to continue a partnership with Holiday Inn Express and provide future students with the same experience and affirmation.” The hotel hosted an opening reception for the artists and their families. Attendees had the chance to view the displayed pieces as well as hear a few musical selections from P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high school vocalists. A beautiful piece by artist Barbara Bilotta was on display and available for purchase, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting Stony Brook Children’s Hospital. "We are thrilled to have the opportunity to share the many talents of our Three Village students with the community,” said chairperson for visual arts and technology Corinne Keane. “I believe our community partnerships, such as the Holiday Inn Express Art Show, is an essential part of, and speaks to the quality of art program that we have here in Three Village." http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152936 Thu, 24 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152936 Learning About Fire Prevention Minnesauke Elementary School students learned the proper ways to stay safe in the event of a fire when members of the local fire department conducted two grade-level assemblies. The volunteers spoke with the students about their most important job during a fire – to get out of the house. They also discussed having a predetermined meeting place, the value of working smoke detectors and the equipment the firefighters wear when working. At the conclusion, students had the chance to ask questions and take an up-close look at a fire truck. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152937 Thu, 24 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152937 Board of Education Adopts Resolution on High Stakes Testing http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152941 Thu, 24 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152941 Educational Production Tackles Addiction P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s musical theater company kicked off its 30th anniversary with its annual adolescent issues play this October. The production, “Addict,” was an emotionally charged play by Jerome McDonough that depicts the lives of a group of teenagers dealing with alcohol and substance abuse. The play is broken up into short vignettes depicting individuals dealing with addictions to heroin, inhalants, alcohol and cocaine, and reinforces the message that addiction can have lasting, damaging affects not only on users but on other people in their lives. The cast, comprised of 22 ninth-grade students, was directed by Robert DePersio with help from assistant directors Erin Adams, Emily Tanzi, Mary Kate Whelan and Michal Zadok. The play was performed for students during in-school assemblies, and the cast performed a free show for the community in the evening. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152940 Tue, 22 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152940 Message Regarding Stranger Incident As we first notified you yesterday via phone message, and as you might have heard in recent media reports, there was an incident earlier this week where a male was seen exposing himself to teens near Setauket Elementary School. The police are currently investigating this matter and the district will fully cooperate with their investigation. The safety and well-being of our students and staff is always paramount. Please take this opportunity to remind your children of precautions they should take regarding stranger safety and report any suspicious situations they may encounter to parents and/or a trusted adult. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152933 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152933 Parents and Students in Grades 7-12 - Please check the Portal for Ongoing Grades We have completed the first 5 weeks of school. Please check the portal for ongoing grades. The first marking period ends on Friday, November 8, 2013. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152932 Tue, 15 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152932 Practicing Fire Safety In celebration of Fire Prevention Month, W.S. Mount Elementary School students practiced and discussed important safety procedures with members of the Stony Brook Fire Department. Firefighters visited kindergartners, first-graders and second-graders in their classrooms and spoke about the need for a predetermined escape plan in the event of a fire and the importance of household smoke detectors. Dressed in their protective gear, the volunteers also discussed the different pieces of equipment firefighters wear when entering a burning building. After receiving honorary firefighter helmets, the students had the chance to step aboard an actual fire truck and take an up-close look at the equipment the firefighters use. The important messages about fire prevention and safety echoed in the school’s auditorium as the third- through sixth-grade classes attended informative assembly programs with members of the fire department, where the students learned the proper precautions to take when faced with a fire as well as several tips for preventing such an event. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152931 Sun, 13 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152931 Sixth-Graders Take Part in Community Service Project for Stony Brook Village http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152930 Fri, 11 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152930 Commended for Academic Achievement Twenty-one Ward Melville High School seniors have been named Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Approximately 34,000 students throughout the nation received this honor, which is based upon the exceptional academic promise they demonstrated on the qualifying test used for program entry. Although they will not continue in the 2014 competition, these students placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2014 competition by taking the 2012 PSAT. The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following students: Stephen Boukas Sylvia Chen Peter Chiang Ethan Dorf Arezu Esmaili Dylan Lopez Rachel Mayrose Caroline McBrien Grace Molino Krista Olson Siavash Parkhideh Ryan Patton Sahithi Reddy Rohan Sikdar Akilesh Tangella Philippe Tarjan Samuel Wu Sandy Yin Dan Yu Eric Zhang Grace H. Zhang http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152929 Wed, 09 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152929 Scarecrows That Follow a Yellow Brick Road The infamous characters from “The Wizard of Oz” took shape in the sixth-grade classrooms at Minnesauke Elementary School this fall when the grade level completed designs for this year’s Stony Brook Scarecrow Competition. With the help of their teachers and parent volunteers, the students conceptualized their projects and worked collaboratively to make their ideas come together. Using traditional and nontraditional building materials, the four sixth-grade classes created designs to resemble Dorothy, the Cowardly Lion, the Tin Man and the Scarecrow from the beloved tale. The project fit in perfectly with the grade level, as community service and peer collaboration are two concepts focused on throughout the year. The completed designs will be on display during the month of October along the sidewalks of the Stony Brook Village Center. Winners of the annual contest, organized by the Ward Melville Heritage Organization, will be announced in late October. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152928 Wed, 09 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152928 Student Government and Faculty Host Their Annual New Student Breakfast http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152926 Mon, 07 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152926 New Students Receive Warm Welcome Hailing from as far as China and as close as neighboring towns, more than 40 seventh- through ninth-graders new to the Three Village Central School District received a warm welcome to their school during new student breakfast programs held at P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Junior High Schools. During the events, which were coordinated by the buildings’ student governments, the groups enjoyed a bagel breakfast and the opportunity to learn more about their new buildings. Student government representatives conducted ice-breaker activities at each school and spoke with their incoming peers about the buildings’ clubs, classes and extracurricular offerings. Members of the buildings’ administration and support staff were also on hand to welcome the students. R.C. Murphy JHS P.J. Gelinas JHS http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152925 Sun, 06 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152925 Patriot’s Homecoming Draws a Crowd Support for the Ward Melville High School Patriots abounded this October as many in the Three Village School District turned out to celebrate homecoming. The festivities began on Friday evening, with a pasta dinner for all fall athletes followed by a community-centered Patriot Pep Rally. After performances by Ward Melville alumnus Shane Snider and the Ward Melville High School Marching Band, attendees gathered for a celebratory bonfire. The fifth annual homecoming carnival spanned the high school’s grounds prior to the big kickoff on Saturday, and featured fun activities for all ages. The district’s colors – green and gold – were out in full force as community members sported Patriot attire and colorfully painted faces. New carnival attractions – a pony ride station, bounce house, dunk tank and obstacle course – were heavily visited as were the returning face painting and carnival game stations. Before the varsity football team took to the field, students from each of the district’s elementary schools as well as P.J. Gelinas Junior High School proudly entered the stadium to display their submissions to this year’s banner contest. During half time, Setauket Elementary School was announced as the winner of the competition. Despite their best efforts, the football team ended their game against Patchogue-Medford with a tough 49-21 loss. The large hometown crowd supported the players throughout the game, and the school’s marching band and cheerleading squad showcased their talents during well-choreographed halftime routines. An outdoor concert featuring local talent capped off this year’s homecoming weekend. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152927 Sun, 06 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false152927 Tickets on Sale Now for High School Musical Production of Beauty and the Beast December 12, 13, 14 @7:30pm December 14 @ 1:00pm Click Here for Details and Ticket Information Click Here for Matinee Picture Taking Event http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155591 Fri, 04 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155591 Spotlighting Safety & Security - October 22, 2013 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155590 Wed, 02 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155590 HOMECOMING! Homecoming!! October 4th & 5th!! Pep Rally! Bonfire! Carnival! Football Game! Concert! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155588 Tue, 01 Oct 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155588 Minnesauke Community Tree Wins Local Art Contest The beautiful and colorful Community Tree created by Minnesauke Elementary School fifth- and sixth-grade classes last spring has earned local accolades. The Suffolk Center on the Holocaust, Diversity and Human Understanding recently selected the piece for showcase during the Embracing Our Differences art competition at Suffolk County Community College. The exhibit will be shown on the Grant Campus from Oct. 14-27. The tree, which stands 6 feet tall and 16 feet wide, was inspired by Gustav Klimt’s “Tree of Life.” Under the direction of school art teacher Christine Becker, each student, and many staff members, designed artistic wooden circles that, when put together, formed the leaves of the tree. After the puzzle pieces were decorated, the fifth- and sixth-graders painted the background to the design and parts of the tree, while Ms. Becker put the finishing touches on the swirls of the branches. During class time, the students glued all of the pieces in place to create a rainbow effect. The finished project is on permanent display outside the art room at Minnesauke. It is not only a beautiful display of the students’ artistic talents, but also a representation of the school’s diversity and unity as a community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155589 Mon, 30 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155589 Students in Grades K-9 Featured at Holiday Inn Express Art Show through Nov. 15 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155574 Mon, 30 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155574 Ringing in an Educational Milestone Setauket Elementary School kindergartners marked the start of their educational careers in the Three Village Central School District by participating in a time-honored school tradition – tolling the old school bell. As a way of welcoming them to the Setauket school family, the kindergarten teachers helped each of the young scholars sound the bell to signify the start of their elementary careers. To commemorate the end of their journey at Setauket, members of the sixth-grade class will once again toll the bell in late June. This year’s kindergartners will have the chance to ring the school bell again in June of 2020, when they move up to junior high school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155587 Mon, 30 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155587 Talented Musicians Earn Top Recognitions Ward Melville High School student-musicians continue to shine on local, state and national stages, earning coveted honors from acclaimed music associations. Senior Gabe Nekrutman, an alto saxophone player, has been invited to perform in the All-National Honor Jazz Ensemble by the National Association for Music Education. NAfME’s All-National Honor Ensembles, which are comprised of the top-performing high school musicians in the United States, will take the stage in Nashville, Tenn., in October. During the festival, Gabe will perform under the direction of internationally renowned bassist and Mack Avenue recording artist Rodney Whitaker. In addition to this honor, 29 students (including alternates) were selected to represent Ward Melville at the 2013 NYSSMA Winter Conference in Rochester, N.Y., and 55 (including alternates) were chosen for the NYSCAME/SCMEA All-County Music Festival. Students were selected for these honors based on their 2013 NYSSMA solo evaluation scores. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155585 Fri, 27 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155585 2012-13 Assessment and Regents Results http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155586 Thu, 26 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155586 Young Composers Earn Top Honors Several talented student composers from the Three Village Central School District have earned both state and national recognition from the National Association for Music Education and the New York State School Music Association. Elizabeth Wang, a student at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, was named one of only 10 winners in the national Student Composers Competition conducted by NAfME. In addition to a monetary award, Elizabeth was invited to perform her solo piano composition, “Reflections,” at the NAfME National In-Service Conference in Nashville, Tenn. in late October. Four students – Steven Holmquist (R.C. Murphy Junior High School), Emma Martinez (Setauket Elementary School), Elizabeth Wang (P.J. Gelinas) and Rebecca Zhang (Nassakeag Elementary School) – achieved a state-level honor and will have their pieces performed at the Young Composers Honors Concert at the NYSSMA Winter Conference in Rochester, N.Y. in early December. Additionally, six students – Tristan Adams (P.J. Gelinas), Jessica Guo (P.J. Gelinas), Victor Jiao (P.J. Gelinas), Varun Jindal (P.J. Gelinas), Albert Liu (R.C. Murphy) and Justin Zhang (Nassakeag) – achieved the distinction of earning honorable mention in the NYSSMA composition program. While their pieces were not selected for the NYSSMA conference, they were noted to be high contenders for inclusion. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155584 Wed, 25 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155584 Police Assure Safety Media reports this morning indicate that a homicide took place within the boundaries of our school district last night. We have been assured by Suffolk County Police that this matter has no connection to our district, there is no cause for concern for our district, and that we should be operating as normal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155583 Wed, 25 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155583 What Three Rising Stars Did During Their Summer Vacation http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155582 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155582 Making Their Mark Minnesauke Elementary School students endeavored to make their mark on the world by creating colorful, dot-filled murals and art projects in celebration of this year’s International Dot Day. After hearing the story “The Dot,” which launched the global celebration of creativity, courage and collaboration in 2009, the students began discussing the importance of not letting the fear of failure get in the way of trying. Art teacher Christine Becker coordinated the project at the school and assisted the students in the creation of the murals. The completed pieces, which are meant to inspire students as they begin their journey of self-discovery, are on display in the main lobby of the school. Keeping with the theme of the event, students and staff members also helped to mark Dot Day by wearing polka dot-inspired clothing to school. This year’s international celebration drew more than 1 million participants from 82 countries. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155580 Tue, 17 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155580 Students Named AP Scholars The Three Village Central School District is pleased to announce that 286 Ward Melville High School students have been named Advanced Placement Scholars by the College Board. Students earn this honor – which is divided into four categories – based on the number of AP exams taken and their average scores. This year, 29 students earned the highest honor of National AP Scholar, as they received an average score of at least 4 on all AP exams taken and scores of 4 or higher on eight or more of these exams. A total of 131 were named AP Scholars with Distinction, as they received an average score of at least 3.5 on all AP exams taken and a score of 3 or higher on five or more of these exams. Forty students were given the distinction of AP Scholar with Honor, as they received an average score of at least 3.25 on all AP exams taken and scores of 3 or higher on four or more of these exams. Eighty-six students were named AP Scholars, as they received scores of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams. Ward Melville’s AP program currently boasts 24 courses spanning such subjects as foreign language, world history, and advanced and social sciences, as well as music and the arts. These courses engage students in intense discussions, problem-solving concepts and collaborative activities. In addition, AP college-level courses and exams give students the opportunity to earn college credit and priority placement so that they stand out in the admissions process. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155581 Tue, 17 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155581 Date Change – Nassakeag Open House Nassakeag's Open House, previously scheduled for Tuesday, September 17 has been rescheduled for Tuesday, October 1. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155578 Mon, 16 Sep 2013 23:30:00 GMT false155578 National Honor for Ward Melville Seniors Based on their stellar Preliminary SAT scores, 17 Ward Melville High School seniors have been named semifinalists in the 2014 National Merit Scholarship Program. These academically talented seniors will have the opportunity to continue in the competition for some 8,000 National Merit Scholarships worth approximately $35 million. To qualify for these scholarships, the students must first advance in the competition as finalists, a designation which will be announced in February. According to the National Merit Scholarship Corporation’s website, the National Merit Scholarship Program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships that began in 1955. High school students enter the National Merit Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test – a test which serves as an initial screening of approximately 1.5 million entrants each year ¬– and by meeting published program entry/participation requirements. The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following 2014 semifinalists: Charlotte Broadbent Ray Chen Ryan Gao Luran He Olivia Hu Eidan Jacob Emily Kaye Henry Lane Harrison Li Julia Pinkava Spencer Rosner Alec Shangold Alexander Shea Alan Wei Raymond Yin Carolina Zheng Jennifer Zhong http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155579 Mon, 16 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155579 Pausing to Remember Students and staff members throughout the Three Village Central School District marked the 12th anniversary of 9/11 in a variety of ways. Many teachers took the opportunity to speak about the significance of the day as well as the heroic acts of volunteerism that transpired in the days, weeks and months that followed. At P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, students gathered in the front bus circle to mark the solemn occasion together. Several vocal performers, under the direction of teacher Robert DePersio, sang renditions of “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “Amazing Grace,” while band members, under the direction of Daniel Hayes, performed “Requiem for a Soldier (Band of Brothers).” “On Sept. 11 of each year we become one… most importantly we become one American,” said Assistant Principal Paul Gold. “I encourage you to be that one American today, be proud of the country you live in, and recognize in your head and your heart that you stand on the soil of the most free country to have ever existed. “ Interim Principal Thomas Colletti echoed the notion of having pride and the need to reflect, saying, “Let’s remember that 9/11 holds a special meaning, as it marks the moment in our history when the world as we knew it changed forever.” After observing a moment of silence, Mr. Colletti concluded the program by saying, “The attacks of 9/11 were intended to break our spirit, but instead we have emerged stronger and more unified. We feel renewed devotion to the principles of political, economic and religious freedom…we are more determined than ever to live our lives in freedom.” Similar ceremonies were held at R.C. Murphy Junior High School and The Three Village Academy. Ward Melville High School students and staff continued their tradition of placing flags in front of the school building along Old Town Road. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155577 Thu, 12 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155577 Wed., Oct. 16 - ADDICT - Adolescent Issue Play at PJ Gelinas ADDICT (Eleventh Annual Adolescent Issue Play) at Paul J.GelinasJHS Free Performance Wednesday, October 16, 2013 @ 7:00 PM in the Auditorium. Click here for flyer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155575 Thu, 12 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155575 High Honors for Gelinas Wind Ensemble P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s wind ensemble has been selected as the only junior high school band in the state – and the only instrumental group among all grade levels – to perform in the All-State Music Festival at this year’s New York State School Music Association Winter Conference. The student-performers were chosen for this honor based on a rigorous selection process. For consideration, teacher Dan Hayes submitted a recording of the group performing, along with an essay about the ensemble’s history. Additionally, copies of the ensemble’s NYSSMA Major scores from the past two years were provided. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155576 Thu, 12 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155576 Fall Community Swim Program Registration - Monday, September 16, 2013 Please click here for the Fall Community Swim brochure. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155573 Tue, 10 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155573 Schools Back in Session at Three Village Students in the Three Village Central School District returned to school under sunny skies on Sept. 9. After boarding traditional yellow school buses, they arrived at their respective buildings eager and ready to begin the new year. While for some students the 2013-14 academic year marks a continuation of their journey in the district, for others it means the start of something new. Welcoming its first cohort of scholars was the Three Village Academy, the district’s new alternative learning center for grades 9-12, housed at the North Country Administrative Center. The students were welcomed by Principal Gustave Hueber and spent time learning about the program and their fellow peers. From the incoming kindergarten classes to the members of Ward Melville High School’s Class of 2014, district students made a smooth transition to the new school year. Check back throughout the week for more first week of school photos. Arrowhead Slideshow Minnesauke Slideshow Mount Slideshow Nassakeag Slideshow Setauket Slideshow Gelinas Slideshow Murphy Slideshow High School Slideshow http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155572 Mon, 09 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155572 Faculty and Staff Return for Superintendent’s Conference Days School safety, security, bullying prevention and curriculum development were the central topics of this September’s two-day Superintendent’s Conference Day in the Three Village Central School District. After a warm introduction from Board of Education President Dr. Jeffrey Kerman, Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich welcomed the district’s faculty and staff to the 2013-14 school year. “I hope this year will bring you professional and personal rewards, and an opportunity to create and to be creative, to teach and to learn, to be supported and to find support from being part of a district that views you as an integral member of the Three Village family,” she said. “In each of us is the ability to inspire students to greatness and to make the impact that will carry hope and promise throughout their lives. This year will undoubtedly challenge us, but I remain convinced that we will meet those challenges together with a confident, collaborative and resilient spirit.” Three Village School Administrators Association President Vincent Vizzo, Three Village Teachers Association President Claudia Reinhart and PTA President Pam Gallo also delivered welcome addresses. As the first conference day focused heavily on safety and security, faculty and staff members began the new school year by receiving emergency management and safety preparedness training from Jack Blaum, the district’s security and safety coordinator, and Michael Owen, assistant principal of Ward Melville High School and a lead member of the district’s emergency management team, before meeting with Lieutenant John Rowan, police officer and district SRO (spell out) Stephani Dwyer, and Setauket Fire District manager David Sterne to discuss the interagency partnerships in place. Delving deeper into current practices and procedures, the district’s emergency management teams engaged in a tabletop exercise that called for the professionals to role-play the actions they would take during a staged emergency situation at one school. The day’s discussions largely centered on the new safety initiatives implemented districtwide as well as a comprehensive review of the district’s policies and school safety emergency management guide. The remainder of the day was devoted to faculty meetings at the respective buildings. In acknowledgment of slight changes that were made to the New York State Dignity for All Students Act this school year, district DASA Coordinator Cathy Taldone, school social workers and representatives from Child Abuse Prevention Services held presentations on DASA during the second conference day. The group spoke about the 2013 inclusion of cyberbullying in the state policy and the ways in which staff can assist should a bullying or non-DASA-compliant situation arise in their building. The second program included additional School Active Violence Emergency management training, and members of the administration, chairpersons and teacher mentors discussed curriculum updates with staff by grade level or department. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155571 Thu, 05 Sep 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155571 ** Important information regarding School Bus pick up times in the Parent Portal ** Please be advised that school bus pickup times as they appear in the parent portal will be updated during the week of September 2nd. Bus pass letters have been mailed to all students with complete bus stop information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155569 Fri, 30 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155569 Easing the Transition Three Village Secondary Schools Host Summer Orientation Programs To ease the fears commonly associated with making the transition to a new school, the Three Village Central School District hosted its annual summer walkthrough orientation programs at each of its three secondary schools at the end of August. Upon arriving, the incoming seventh-graders at P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools were greeted by student government volunteers, presented with a map of the building and invited to embark on walking tours of the schools. With schedules in hand, they navigated through hallways, located key areas of the building and learned how to open their lockers. Many students also took the opportunity to decorate their lockers with everything from light-up chandeliers to contact paper and fill them with the schools supplies needed for their first day. School administrators and several teachers were also on hand to assist with any questions the students or their parents had. “It felt great to have the school buzzing with activity again,” commented Murphy Principal Vinny Vizzo. “We hope that this program helped our new seventh-graders feel better acclimated to our school.” Echoing those feelings, Gelinas Interim Principal Thomas Colletti said, “We were very excited to welcome our new seventh-graders to Gelinas.” He noted that additional programs aimed at further adjusting the students to the school will continue on the first day of classes, explaining, “We have a seventh-grade program planned for first period on the first day to introduce students to the wide range of activities and clubs offered in our building.” Ward Melville High School also provided a summer orientation program for the building’s incoming 10th-graders. After receiving a welcome from Principal Dr. Alan Baum and members of the school faculty and administration, the new high schoolers toured the facility with peers. After successfully plotting a route to follow their class schedules, the students located and practiced opening their new lockers. PJG Slideshow RCM Slideshow WMHS Slideshow http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155568 Thu, 29 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155568 Three Village Lacrosse Players Receive National Attention Members of the Ward Melville High School boys and girls lacrosse programs have been selected for showcase in the Dick’s Sporting Goods 2014 lacrosse marketing efforts. The students were chosen for this honor based on their athletic accomplishments as well as the character and leadership skills demonstrated both on and off the field. The 2013 team members, along with members of the Three Village Boys Youth Lacrosse League, participated in a two-day photo shoot with professionals from the national sporting goods store. The students were pictured participating in practice drills and scrimmages wearing and using some of the lacrosse products sold at Dick’s nationwide, including sticks, gloves, goggles, cleats, uniforms, socks, elbow and shoulder pads as well as helmets. The students will be featured in the store’s print, in-store and digital lacrosse material in 2014. During the 2013 season, the varsity boys lacrosse team was ranked first nationally and named New York State, Long Island and County champions. The girls team advanced to the Suffolk County finals for the second year in a row. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155567 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155567 District Calendars Available in Early September for Pickup Only As part of the district's efforts to conserve mailing costs, copies of the 2013-2014 school district calendar will not be mailed home. Parents who wish to receive a printed copy of the calendar may pick one up from their child’s school or at the North Country Administrative Center in early September. The complete district calendar is posted to the district website under the “calendar” tab. As the dates of activities included in the print calendar are subject to change or cancellation due to conflicts and/or inclement weather, the community is encouraged to routinely check the website for calendar updates. Thank you for your understanding and continued support. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155566 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155566 CORRECTED DATES for Driver Education Registration CORRECT DATES FOR FALL DRIVER EDUCATION: SENIOR REGISTRATION IS SEPTEMBER 17, 2013 JUNIOR REGISTRATION IS SEPTEMBER 18, 2013 SCHOOL CALENDAR IS INCORRECT http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155565 Thu, 22 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155565 Meet the New Principals As this school year brings new leadership to both Setauket and W.S. Mount Elementary Schools, two summer welcome programs were coordinated at the end of August to provide families with an opportunity to get to know the schools’ new principals before the official first day of school on Sept. 9. Kathryn White, Mount’s new principal, and Dr. Nathalie Lilavois, the new principal of Setauket, began their events by sharing a bit about their professional backgrounds before opening the floor to questions from those in attendance. Both principals spoke about their plans for the future and their desire to maintain programs currently in place. They also sought input on which items the parents and students would like to see enhanced. Longtime educator Robert Harrington was also present at Mount’s meet-the-principal program. Mr. Harrington will begin serving as the school’s interim principal later this fall, when Ms. White begins her maternity leave. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155563 Wed, 21 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155563 Enhancing Curriculum & Offering Summer Support for Learners Throughout the months of July and August, schools and offices in the Three Village Central School District remained bustling with work and activity as teachers and administrators planned for the school year ahead. Not long after the last bell of the 2012-13 school year rang, teachers from a number of departments and disciplines began collaborating to complete 10 curriculum development writing projects. Projects included the development of a seventh-grade research paper assignment, which will be required for all seventh-graders in order to implement the Common Core ELA Standards and the information continuum alignment standards; the creation of a formal K-2 general music curriculum to be aligned with New York State and National Association for Music Education standards; expansion of the grades 7-8 family and consumer science home and careers program to include an additional five weeks of instructional time; and the modification or enhancement of several programs to meet higher academic rigors, better align with state or national standards, or afford students the opportunity to earn college credit. The district’s Summer Reading Program once again provided support to struggling readers. During the two-week program, approximately 20 struggling seventh- and eighth-graders met Cathy Duffy, R.C. Murphy Junior High School English chairperson/reading teacher and either reading teacher Ann Eve or Bevin Jackett to reinforce the lessons they had learned during the school year in an effort to prevent the educational regression experienced by some during the summer months. The program, which is a complement to the district’s adopted READ 180 support program, afforded students the chance to practice literary skills such as conflict, making predictions, drawing conclusions, author purpose and plot as they each read an individually selected book. Starting out in the classroom setting, the students received instruction about the particular skill to be practiced and then worked on the READ 180 independent computer program and in small-group settings with Ms. Duffy to further their understanding of how that skill was figuratively demonstrated in the book they were reading. Approximately 160 special education students attended the Extended School Year Program coordinated by ESY Principal Dawn Mason. Of these students, 110 were enrolled in the full-day program, while 50 attended the four-day-a-week resource room component. The six-week program served to address the goals outlined in the Individualized Education Plans (IEP) of those enrolled. The full-day program offered assistance in the areas of occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech and language services, as per IEP's while also engaging the students in lessons in art, physical education and, thanks to a donation by SEPTA, music instruction. Students enrolled in the resource services program received targeted academic instruction specific to their IEPs in small-group settings. The services included in the ESY program were also extended to students who took part in the summer recreation program. These students were provided with opportunities to meet with a resource room teacher both prior to and after participating in the recreation program as an added level of support. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155564 Wed, 21 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155564 Update on Access to Assessment Results The issue causing the closure of the assessment results information tab has been resolved. Beginning mid-morning tomorrow (Aug. 21), parents will be able to access their children’s scores and levels through the “ELA and Math Assessment Module” on the Parent Portal. This resolution should have no impact on the secondary scheduling function. The district thanks the parent community for their patience and understanding as it worked to address this matter. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155562 Tue, 20 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155562 District Appoints Gustave Hueber as Principal of The Three Village Academy http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155560 Mon, 12 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155560 Secondary Schedules Posted Aug. 16/State Scores Available Aug. 20 Because the district will be releasing the schedules for secondary students on Friday, Aug. 16, the results of the grades 3-8 New York State assessments will now be available on the Parent Portal beginning Tuesday, Aug. 20. We apologize for any inconvenience this delay may cause, but felt it necessary to separate these postings as to not overload the system. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155561 Mon, 12 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155561 Information Regarding ELA and Math Assessment Scores http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155559 Sun, 11 Aug 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155559 Sex Offender Notification July 25, 2013 July 25, 2013 Dear Resident: In accordance with New York State Correction Law Article 6-C The Sex Offender Registration Act, local law enforcement agencies will, at their discretion, be notifying school administrators of convicted sex offenders who are living or working in this district. Such information may include the offender’s exact address for moderate to high-risk Level 2 and Level 3 sex offenders or an approximate address based upon zip code for moderate risk Level 1 sex offenders, photograph, crime of conviction, mode of operation, type of victim targeted, offense description and the description of any special conditions imposed on the convicted sex offender. The Suffolk County Police Department has notified our District that a moderate risk Level 1 sex offender is residing in the Three Village Central School District in the 11790 zip code area. Please be advised that the exact street address for a Level 1 sex offender is not provided to the school district or to the public in accordance with the law. In order to provide parents/guardians and residents with information concerning this issue, the Board of Education will make the information that has been provided to the district available for review in the principal’s office of each building during school hours, as well as the Emma Clark Library. A duplication of the notification is also available at the office of the district’s Assistant Superintendent for Business Services, located at 100 Suffolk Avenue, Stony Brook, pursuant to the Freedom of Information Law. This information is intended to inform you, not unduly alarm you. Please use this information as an opportunity to review personal safety issues with your family. We are dedicated to the safety of our children while they are in school. All of our schools have strict sign-in/sign-out procedures for our students and all visitors must obtain a visitor’s pass upon entry into the school, which must be worn during their visit. In addition, our school curriculum includes teaching personal safety. Please be aware that a detailed description of the convicted sex offender is automatically given to each staff member and bus driver. The school district will continue to take responsible and appropriate measures to protect our students. It is unfortunate, but necessary, that we all take this opportunity to review safety rules with our children and to be ever vigilant of their computer use, reminding them to avoid circumstances which increase their vulnerability. Please keep this in the proper perspective for your children by reassuring them that we do have a safe community but that they need to be alert and careful. If you have any questions or concerns, you may contact the PFML Resource and Support Center Hotline at (631)689-2672 or visit their website at www.parentsformeganslaw.com, or you may contact the NYS Sex Offender Registry at 1-800-262-3257 or visit their website at www.criminaljustice.state.ny.us/nsor. By contacting the PFML Hotline or by visiting their website, you may also register for their Sex Offender Email Alert Program if you have not already done so. Please also be aware that according to New York State Law, “it is illegal to use this information to commit a crime against the above listed person or to engage in illegal discrimination or harassment against this person.” Sincerely, Cheryl Pedisich Superintendent of Schools http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155558 Thu, 25 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155558 Elementary Class Assignments Available on Monday, July 29 Elementary class assignments will be posted on the parent portal on Monday, July 29th. The posting will be staggered in order for our student data system to handle the volume of inquiries. The opening times on the portal will begin as follows: Mount 8 am Setauket 9 am Arrowhead 10 am Minnesauke 11 am Nassakeag 12 pm In addition, supply lists for each grade level are posted on your respective school’s webpage. Secondary schedules for students in grades 7-12 will be available on August 16, 2013. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155557 Wed, 24 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155557 Fall 2013 Continuing Education Brochure Pleaseclick here to view the courses and workshops offered in the fall. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155556 Tue, 23 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155556 Case of Fifth Disease at Minnesauke Pleaseclick herefor more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155555 Fri, 19 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155555 District Summer Newsletter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155554 Thu, 18 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155554 Board of Education August Meetings The Board of Education will be holding two meetings this August. They will be held on Monday, Aug. 12 at 7:30 pm and Tuesday, Aug. 27 at 7:30 pm. Both meetings will take place at the North Country Administrative Center. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155550 Mon, 15 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155550 Operation Hold Fast The lessons that formed the basis for the book “Hold Fast” by Blue Balliett were not only weaved into the fabric of the curriculum in Kate Hunter’s fifth-grade class at Minnesauke Elementary School, but also the lives of the 21 students in her class. Following a unit of study on diversity and tolerance, the students read the 2013 novel and were immediately captivated by the characters in the story and the social issues detailed in the book. The book follows the life of a Chicago-based family who falls into the shelter system after becoming homeless. Its underlying messages focus on one’s need to hold onto his or her dreams in the face of adversity. Coinciding with their reading of the book, the students conducted research on the topic of homelessness and were startled to learn that there are currently 21,000 homeless children living in New York City. The students and Ms. Hunter began monitoring this number daily as they continued to read “Hold Fast” and were moved to make a difference in the lives of these youngsters. Garnering inspiration from the paper clip project undertaken by a Tennessee middle school to understand the number 6 million, as attributed to the number of deaths from the Holocaust, Ms. Hunter’s class sought to collect 21,000 pennies as a visual representation of the number of homeless children in NYC. Because pennies are often understood as a symbol of good luck, the class found them to be a fitting symbol for their mission. By doing chores around the house, the students met the goals they set during Operation Hold Fast, and with their donations in hand realized the vastness of this social problem. After an exhaustive search for ways to donate their collected pennies to help this cause, Ms. Hunter and the class connected with Mayor Michael Bloomberg during a call-in radio show on WOR-AM. After learning about the incredible work done by the class, the mayor’s staff helped coordinate the fifth-graders’ donation to benefit a shelter in Queens. Learning that going to school is a significant challenge for these homeless children, the students and Ms. Hunter also drafted messages of hope for the recipients and created a bulletin board creatively decorated with corresponding messages. When the author learned about how the students were moved into action by her book, she not only sent each class member a personalized signed copy of “Hold Fast,” but also pledged to donate copies of the story to the shelter receiving their monetary donation. Ms. Balliett plans to visit the class when school resumes in September. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155553 Sun, 14 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155553 Lacrosse All-Stars Six Students Shine at 2013 Brine National All-Star Lacrosse Academy Six Three Village Central School District junior high school students were named 2013 Brine National All-Stars and went on to represent the Long Island and Maryland regions at the 2013 Brine National All-Star Lacrosse Academy and Brine National Lacrosse Classic held in Boyds, Md., June 30-July 3. The Brine National All-Star Lacrosse Academy brings the top middle school lacrosse players in the country to one venue, where regional teams are coached by NCAA lacrosse coaches and compete to become the 2013 National Champion. The district congratulates these fine athletes on this remarkable achievement. Jillian Becker Shannon Berry Shannon Brazier Shannon Coughlan Kate Mulham Kaitlin Thornton Attack Defense Midfield Defense Attack Attack 2018 2018 2018 2018 2018 2017 Maryland Long Island Maryland Long Island Long Island Maryland Gelinas Murphy Murphy Gelinas Gelinas Murphy http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155551 Tue, 09 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155551 Leaders on a National Stage After accruing several awards at local and state competitions, Ward Melville’s chapter of Future Business Leaders of America, advised by business teachers Alyssa Gold and Carol Vonnes, had a remarkably successful presence at the FBLA National Leadership Conference in Anaheim, Calif. In fact, it was the most successful showing in the club’s history. Over the four-day conference, the FBLA members competed in various business events focused on different elements of the business world. With over 9,000 students in attendance, Ward Melville’s students brought home nine awards. Congratulations to the following students who were recognized for their achievements at the FBLA National Leadership Conference: Harrison Li – 4th place, Business Calculations Eric Li, Sandy Yin, Carolina Zheng – 4th place, Computer Game & Simulation Programming Kyra Durko, Theo Gibbs, Carly Weber-Levine – 5th place, Banking & Financial Systems Ramya Rao – 7th place, Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure Michelle Liao – 8th place, Spreadsheet Applications http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155552 Tue, 09 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155552 Change of Dates for 7th and 10th Grade Student Walk Through Murphy and Gelinas has been changed from Wednesday, August 28th to Tuesday, August 27th and WMHS has been changed from Thursday, August 29th to Wednesday, August 28th. Time for all 3 schools is 9:00 am. to 11:00 am. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155548 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155548 Scholarships Awarded in Areas of Art & Technology This year’s Ward Melville High School seniors were awarded more than $1,742,700 in art scholarships and more than $793,200 in technology scholarships. These scholarships were provided by several of the nation’s top art and technology colleges and are a true testament to the student’s hard work and the caliber of the programs they enrolled in at the high school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155549 Sun, 07 Jul 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155549 Commencement Celebrates Class of 2013 A sea of green and gold covered the front lawn of Ward Melville High School as the Class of 2013 proceeded into this year’s commencement ceremony and took their seats in front of the school building. Led by members of the administration, Board of Education and school faculty, the soon-to-be graduates walked past proud family members, friends and teachers as the high school symphonic band, led by Laura Stiegelmaier, played “Pomp and Circumstance.” After a performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” by senior Annemarie Cartwright, Principal Dr. Alan Baum introduced this year’s student speakers. Reflecting on the significance of the day and the changes that lie ahead, salutatorian Rachel Gutman noted, “Today is, in a way, the closing to a challenge…it started in some long-ago September and ends today.” After reminding her peers that their education does not end when they receive their diplomas, she concluded her remarks by saying, “Today is emotional not just because it’s the end of the familiar, but because it’s the beginning of something that could be very, very exciting.” Speaking about the myriad of programs and courses offered at the school and the students’ abilities to customize their course load, valedictorian Kathryn Barnitt noted that no two individuals had the same high school experience at Ward Melville. “There is a niche for everyone here,” she said. “The Ward Melville student community is diverse and accommodating of all interests. I have no doubt that we will carry our own Ward Melville experiences with us, and that they will inform our choices in the future.” She also urged her peers to not allow themselves to be defined by who they are today, but rather to build upon what they had learned to become well-rounded adults. Senior class president Rajiv Shanbhag announced that the students would be presenting tents to replace those lost during Superstorm Sandy as the class gift. Board of Education President Dr. Jeffrey Kerman extended the School Board’s collective congratulations to the students, stating, “You should be filled with pride in your accomplishments.” Dr. Baum walked the students through the memories of their time within the district. “Whatever journey each of you took to assemble here today,” he said, “you have reached this milestone together as the Class of 2013.” After each graduate received his or her diploma, student government president Yaela Collins led the class in the traditional turning of the tassels, after which they jubilantly tossed their graduation caps high into the air. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155545 Wed, 26 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155545 Notice Regarding 6/25 Board Meeting During its June 25 meeting, the Board of Education will be recognizing several athletic team members who advanced beyond their traditional competition season to take part in league, county and state competitions. The recognitions will begin when the Board reconvenes into open session at approximately 7:30 p.m. in the Board Room at the North Country Administrative Center. Due to the number of honorees, it is anticipated that the remainder of the evening’s agenda, including public participation, will begin closer to 8 p.m. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155546 Sun, 23 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155546 Moving Up to High School The traditional moving up ceremony for the P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grade Class of 2013 took place at the end of June. Surrounded by proud family members and former teachers, the class of more than 300 marched into the ceremony to a processional song performed by the school’s chamber orchestra, and took their seats at the center of the packed gymnasium. “You are a very special group of young adults and have impressed me over these last three years with all that you have accomplished,” said Principal Gus Hueber in his opening remarks. “You’ve grown leaps and bounds since your arrival here at Gelinas just three short years ago, and that’s evidenced by the myriad of things that you have done. Time and time again I’ve been surprised by your achievements and your determination and ability to overcome obstacles to your success.” After noting how fast their time at Gelinas had gone, ninth-grader Rebecca Cimini encouraged her classmates to “treasure every memory along the way, because in another blink of an eye we will be gathering at our high school graduation.” Fellow ninth-grader Amanda Franko, next year’s class co-president, shared her hopes for the class’ future and encouraged her peers to take advantages of all of the opportunities they are afforded. After members of the building’s administration presented each student with a commemorative moving up certificate, members of the ninth-grade chamber choir performed a special musical interlude. Before concluding the program, Assistant Principal Dr. Paul Gold said, “You have exceeded our expectations and proven time and again that you are ready for the task to move on to bigger and great things at Ward Melville High School.” He encouraged the students, saying “Take advantage of the things that school has to offer you, find your interests and your passions. There is something at Ward Melville for each and everyone of you.” With their heads held high, the ninth-graders exited the ceremony, eager to begin next year as sophomores at Ward Melville High School. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155547 Sat, 22 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155547 Volunteering During Celebratory Event Several R.C. Murphy Junior High School students joined more than 800 individuals in the celebration of National Cancer Survivors Day, hosted at Stony Brook University Medical Center. Seventh-grader Serena Liu and eighth-graders Craig Deng, Brandon Feng, Sonali George, Eric Han, Naseem Malik, Micha Richman and Adora Zhang assisted with program needs and aided in the successful coordination of the ninth annual event. The program was established to honor cancer survivors and provide the opportunity to meet and mingle with Stony Brook’s physicians and health care staff. In addition to their volunteer efforts, the students had the chance to tour the Stony Brook Cancer Center and listen to an inspiring speech by Ethan Zohn, a professional soccer player and cancer survivor. The students were each presented with a certificate acknowledging their two hours of community service. They learned about the project from their teacher, Patrick McManus. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155544 Fri, 21 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155544 A Bright Future for Graduating Sixth-Graders As a fitting conclusion to their seven years of hard work and dedication, sixth-grade students in the Three Village Central School District participated in building-level moving-up ceremonies during the last week of the school year. In a tradition that earmarks the beginning of the next chapter of their academic journey, students walked past proud family and friends to receive commemorative moving-up certificates and take part in musical presentations. School and district administrators congratulated the young scholars on all of their achievements and aided members of the teaching staff in the presentation of numerous student awards, including the annual Three Village Teachers Association scholarship, which is given to two students from each building. At several of the ceremonies, students reflected upon their time at the elementary school as they shared personal essays about their experiences and hopes for the future. In a new school tradition, members of the Setauket graduating class took a turn at ringing the old school bell to symbolize their departure. Incoming kindergarten students reciprocate this act on the first day of school as a symbol of their journey’s beginning. The schools’ graduating classes were announced to roars of cheers and rounds of loud applause from the audience. As the students left their schools on this special day filled with an array of emotions, one thing was evident – they were well-prepared for life’s adventures ahead. Arrowhead Minnesauke Mount Nassakeag Setauket http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153823 Fri, 21 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153823 7-12 Report Cards Will Be Available for Viewing on Monday at 12:00 pm Final grades are being calculated and verified. Report cards will be available on Monday, June 24, 2013 at 12:00 p.m. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153822 Fri, 21 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153822 Taking Center Field For the second year in a row, the Setauket Elementary School Advanced Band, under the leadership of teacher Richard Wiederman, performed “The Star-Spangled Banner” for the New York Mets at Citifield. This year’s performance occurred on Father’s Day at the start of the Mets’ winning game against the Chicago Cubs. This honor is usually bestowed upon high school or college bands, but because the Mets organization was so impressed with the Setauket School’s performance last spring, they were invited back to perform again this year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155542 Thu, 20 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155542 Gelinas Research Students Win Awards at Long Island Science Congress Two groups of students from P.J. Gelinas Junior High School in the Three Village Central School District competed against approximately 35 other school districts from Long Island at the Long Island Science Congress held at St Joseph’s College in Patchogue. Students presented their research to Congress judges and answered questions about their experimental procedures and resulting data. Six ninth-graders participated in the Senior Division (high school), and 10 eighth-graders participated in the Junior Congress (middle school). The Long Island Science Congress, sponsored by the Long Island Sections of the Science Teachers Association of New York State (STANYS), is an adjudicated exhibit of science projects created by middle, junior high and senior high school students of Nassau and Suffolk counties. For their participation, the students developed research projects as part of the Science Research classes at Gelinas. Research teachers Vicki Guarascio, Peter Schuchman and Ken Weiner mentored the students, while Leanne Perry coordinated their participation in both divisions of the exhibit. Six students were presented with Special Awards for their achievements at a ceremony this June at the Wheatley School in Old Westbury. Eighth-grade students Cecilia Ordunez and Sarah Prokop received top honors, placing first in the “Earth, Space & Energy” category. As such, theirs was among the 12 projects invited to compete at the New York State Science Congress, which was held in early June at Brookhaven National Laboratory. In recognition of their achievements, Amber Beg and Kirti Nath were awarded Honors; Kassidy Rogers Healion and Megan Raftery were awarded High Honors and received third place in the “Earth, Space & Energy” category; and, in addition to their first-place win, Cecilia and Sarah received Highest Honors and won the Junior Division Director’s Award and Suffolk County STANYS Award. Other recognitions included Amy Huang and Isabel Della Salle, who earned junior-level achievement awards, and Arianna Ferretti and Serena Zhao, who garnered junior-level merit awards. On the senior level, the following students received honorable mention: Dylan Abad, Nicholas Barbieri, Andrew Mata, Mohit Singh, Katie Wang and Demian Zuric. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=155543 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false155543 Honoring the Red, White and Blue Dressed in patriotic colors and sporting creatively fashioned hats, elementary school students in the Three Village Central School District marked this year’s Flag Day with spirited school celebrations. Veterans and active-duty members of the U.S. armed forces were present during the schools’ ceremonies and joined in on the program’s festivities. The students added to the celebrations by singing patriotic songs, including “Yankee Doodle,” “This Land Is Your Land,” “America the Beautiful” and “You’re a Grand Old Flag,” and special musical performances were presented by the schools’ orchestra and band students. At W.S. Mount Elementary School, students from each grade level read aloud patriotic essays they wrote, and they were presented with keepsake flags from the members of the military in attendance. This year’s essay winners included Ophelia Rosenthal-Vincenti (kindergarten), Colin Holzel (first grade), Giovanna Giantinoto (second grade), Dony Anderson (third grade), Shoshana Lobel (fourth grade), Daniela Giantinoto (fifth grade) and Olivia Calise (sixth grade). Samuel Kim (sixth grade) was presented with the 2013 Suffolk County Executive Public Service Award, and Thomas Fitzsimons (sixth grade) and Shey McCoy (third grade) earned the New York State Triple “C” Award in recognition of their commitment, character and courage. In what has become a Mount tradition, two sixth-graders – James Caputi and Sarah Friedman – were named the winners of the Jeannine Martin Sportsmanship Award, an honor created when Ms. Martin retired from the school in 2004. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153818 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153818 Gelinas Teacher Named Middle School Level Science Teacher of Year Gary Vorwald Honored by STANYS Suffolk Section P.J. Gelinas Junior High School science teacher and school science department chairman Gary Vorwald has been named the 2013 Middle School Level Science Teacher of the Year Award winner by the Suffolk County Section of the Science Teachers Association of New York State. This award is given to teachers who have been nominated by their administration, colleagues or other science professionals. Eileen Gerle, a Brookhaven Town environmental educator, nominated Mr. Vorwald based on his commitment to education and for providing experiences for his students to conduct science in the field. Mr. Vorwald started his teaching career in 1986 at Island Trees Public Schools, after working for several years as an exploration petroleum geologist. For the last 16 years he has taught earth science, eighth-grade physical science, science research and seventh-grade science at Gelinas, while also serving as the science department chairman. In addition to his teaching and leadership roles at Gelinas, Mr. Vorwald is the head coach of the school’s Science Olympiad teams, a role he describes as his most successful and rewarding experience. Mr. Vorwald devotes countless hours to the program, leading the school’s five teams, which encompass 75 members. Under Mr. Vorwald’s leadership, this program has advanced to compete at the state and national levels for the past 10 years. As a lifetime learner, he has always endeavored to continue his professional growth. One such opportunity was his participation in a field program on the Juneau Icefield in Alaska. Besides gaining first-hand knowledge about glacial geology and glaciology, he developed learning activities that he's shared with colleagues and teachers throughout the state. Seeking to share best practices, Mr. Vorwald has also served as an earth science mentor for the New York State Education Department as well as a local BOCES. He has been very involved in STANYS, serving at both the statewide and section levels. His service in the Suffolk Section has included section chairman, secretary, vice president for programs and newsletter editor. He represents the Suffolk Section at the state level as a Board of Directors member and is currently the chair of the STANYS Fellows committee. Drawing on his experiences with the award-winning Science Olympiad Gelinas team, he shares his expertise with colleagues by presenting each year at the annual Science Olympiad coaches workshop, and he serves the state organization as an event writer and supervisor. Beyond the school year, he has presented summer workshops for the Eastern and Western Suffolk BOCES, was a program instructor at a three-week summer enrichment program at Stony Brook University for 30 gifted high school students from around the state, and has created a class titled “Science Olympiad Adventures” to nurture young middle school scientists as part of the district’s enrichment program. A hallmark of Mr. Vorwald’s approach in delivering science to his students is providing them with field experiences. He's integrated inquiry activities into his curriculum that utilize the investigation of features around the school and within the community. He developed and organized a trip to Niagara Falls, which brought hundreds of students to upstate New York to witness nature’s forces firsthand and collect fossils and minerals. He has facilitated Astronomy Nights during which a state-of-the-art telescope, purchased via a district grant, is used to view the nighttime sky. Regarding Mr. Vorwald’s work with the Three Village Central School District, Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich said, “His teaching and leadership experiences throughout his career have distinguished him as an exceptional teacher and dedicated and passionate educator, who serves as a mentor to both students and staff.” She went on to note, “Mr. Vorwald serves the children, community and staff of Three Village with skill and dedication." http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153819 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153819 Thanks for Service In addition to the seven community members who volunteer to serve as trustees on the Three Village Central School District Board of Education, each year a senior from Ward Melville High School is selected to join the trustees and members of administration at the dais during monthly Board meetings as a nonvoting member. This year, that individual was Yaela Collins. During the meetings throughout the year, Yaela offered insight into the daily happenings at Ward Melville, and offered opinions, when solicited, on items the Board was discussing. Giving thanks for her service throughout the year, the Board presented her with a commemorative certificate and scholarship during her last meeting of the school year. Pictured here is Board trustee Susanne A. Mendelson and Board President Dr. Jeffrey Kerman. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153820 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153820 Honoring Science All-Stars The Three Village Central School District Board of Education took time during their June meeting to honor the highly talented members of the R.C. Murphy Junior High School, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School and Ward Melville High School Science Olympiad teams and the coaches that have guided them on their paths to success. Earlier this year, all three teams advanced to compete at the New York State Science Olympiad competition. At this level, Ward Melville’s and Gelinas’ teams ranked first, earning them invitations to compete at the national level. Murphy’s team came in a close third. At the national contest, the Ward Melville and Gelinas teams placed among the top 10, ranking fifth and eighth in their divisions. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153821 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153821 Encore Performances by Favorites from the Past Ward Melville Alumni and Seniors Take Part in Third Annual Recall Revue The third annual Senior and Alumni Recall Revue at Ward Melville High School was a resounding success and attended by many in the community. Featuring the vocal talents of 25 students from the Class of 1997 through this year’s graduating seniors in the Class of 2013, the event served as a fundraiser for next year’s school musical, “Beauty and the Beast.” While several of the performers were on summer break from college, the most senior alumna, Kelly Waters from the Class of ‘97, volunteered while on break from her performances in the national tour of “Sister Act.” Directed by music teacher Linda Contino, the production featured the alumni performing several of the songs they had originally sung while students at their alma mater, including “Tradition,” “Heart” and “No One is Alone.” Performing as soloists and in groups, the students transported the audience through a variety of musicals during the two-act show. As no musical would be complete without the participation of those working in the background, current and former students also performed as part of a pit band and assisted as part of stage crew. The district thanks the following alumni and current students for participating in this event: Kathryn Barnitt Sarah Barnitt Kyle Benaburger Ariana Buonaiuto Annemarie Cartwright Kristen Castellano Will Chan Daniel Chiu Jessica Contino Leanne Contino Michael Contino Justin Cooper Zoe Dunmire Amanda Erickson Emma Forgione Brianna Gobetz Adam Goldberg Corin Greene Jeanne Hill Danny Krolikowski Orazio Marine Ursula Mates Ryan Mc Andrew Patricia Moore Jessica Murray Brandon Murtagh Ricky Nilsson Caroline O'Brien Michelle Palladino Trevor Pearson Jenna Raynoha Jackie Stimmel Alex Varicchio Kelly Waters Kevin Wieland Anthony Zambito Ilana Zwerling http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153817 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153817 June Partners Newsletter – Celebrating Safely & Responsibly http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153816 Tue, 18 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153816 Fun Math Apps For Kids! Have students practice math while playing games this summer! Click here for a list of 25 apps - many of them free - that will keep students thinking! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153815 Mon, 17 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153815 Taking the Next Step R.C. Murphy Ninth-Graders Move Up to High School Surrounded by family, friends and teachers, the ninth-grade class at R.C. Murphy Junior High School in the Three Village Central School District took a ceremonial step into their futures when they took part in this June’s moving-up ceremony. “From your first day of seventh grade, it was clear to me that you would be a group that would set the standard for what we expect from our students,” Principal Vinny Vizzo said to the ninth-graders. “Seeing you grow over the past three years, I am certain that we as a school and community have created a successful future for you. Now it is up to you to continue on that path. I wish you all every bit of success, not only as you journey to Ward Melville High School, but in every endeavor you choose for your future.” During the ceremony, members of the teaching staff presented departmental awards and Assistant Principal Kevin Finnerty announced the winners of this year’s Presidential Academic Fitness Award. Mr. Vizzo oversaw the presentation of Character Achievement Awards and teacher Brian Pickford congratulated the recipients of the Presidential Volunteer Service Award. Complementing the evening’s program was a musical interlude, directed by vocal teacher Anthony Pollera. As the words of Bill Withers’ “Lean on Me” filled the gymnasium, the strong bonds of friendship that exist within the graduating class became evident. In keeping with tradition, the Murphy Class of 2013 left behind a gift for future generations to enjoy – the beautification of the school’s garden located near the library. Reflecting on the personal connection he has with the class, Mr. Finnerty noted in his closing remarks, “Some of you might not know this, but three years ago it was not only your first day here at Murphy, it was mine as well. We have grown and matured together, navigating the ups and downs of junior high life. I have enjoyed greatly my experience with you and know that a bright future is ahead.” Turning the page to the next chapter of their lives, the Murphy Class of 2013 proceeded out of the gymnasium eager to begin September as the Ward Melville High School Class of 2016. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153811 Sun, 16 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153811 Living History Complete silence fell over the library at Nassakeag Elementary School when Holocaust survivor and author Ruth Minsky Sender spoke to the school’s entire sixth-grade about her individual experiences during one of the most troubling times in world history. Ms. Minsky Sender, who is also the grandmother of two students in the school, described how the dreams she had for her future came to a halt following the German invasion of Poland, where she was born. The heart-wrenching stories she shared ¬– from the loss of her family to the day her oldest friend became a Nazi soldier ¬– painted a clear picture of this devastating part of the history that the students had been studying in class. Addressing the importance of her message, she said, “We must never forget what happened. I want the students to understand that being indifferent can be just as bad.” At the end of the program, each student received an autographed copy of Ms. Minsky Sender’s first book “The Cage,” now in its 30th printing. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153812 Sun, 16 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153812 Wartime Heroes Come to Life Several of the more influential individuals from the Revolutionary War came back to life this June when Kara Gorski’s fourth-graders at Minnesauke Elementary School took part in a Revolutionary War Wax Museum. As a conclusion to their studies on the period, the students selected a hero or heroine from this important era in American history, completed a research project on their life, and embodied that individual during a classroom wax museum. On the day of the exhibit, the students, dressed as the individuals they had researched, remained still until a visitor tapped their desk to make them “come to life.” Once awakened, they delivered a speech from the viewpoint of their researched subject, including an overview of their family life and the important role they had played in the American Revolution, as well as other interesting autobiographical facts. “The students are always excited about this project,” said Ms. Gorski, who has coordinated the effort with her classes for the past eight years. “They are able to make connections with these individuals that they may not otherwise make. It enhances their understanding of not only their chosen person, but also those selected by their classmates.” This year’s museum featured individuals significant on a national level as well as those more locally based. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153813 Sun, 16 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153813 Fun-Filled Field Days The time-honored Field Day tradition marked the approaching end of the school year at Setauket Elementary School this June. Dressed in colorful shirts and grouped according to class, the entire student body had the chance to take part in a number of fun-filled events as their family members and teachers cheered them on. From a homerun derby and relay races to a tug-of-war and even a lacrosse challenge, this year’s events helped to promote teamwork, sportsmanship and physical exercise in a friendly manner. Younger grades received support during their events from the school’s sixth-graders, who volunteered to assist at several Field Day stations and act as role models for their peers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153814 Sun, 16 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153814 Presentation on the District's IG & PI Programs http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153810 Wed, 12 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153810 PJG Presents T-Bones & Talent - Friday, June 14, 2013 Dinner at 6:00 pm - Show at 7:00 pm Please click here for details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153809 Wed, 12 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153809 SACC Registration is Open June 10 - July 12, 2013 Click here for more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153805 Mon, 10 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153805 A Board of Math Plain pieces of wood were transformed into well-constructed birdhouses when Paul Wilgenkamp’s sixth-graders at Minnesauke Elementary School in the Three Village Central School District put math into action this spring. Given an oversized piece of uncut wood, the students were required to complete measurements and apply their knowledge of proportions to determine how to create a birdhouse based on plans of a different scale. “Proportions is often one of the harder mathematical concepts for the students to grasp, and I felt this project employed a simple enough concept that really reinforced the challenging subject matter,” stated Mr. Wilgenkamp. “In order to get to the final step – the assembling of the house – the students had to use a series of higher-order thinking skills and put the lessons learned in the classroom into action.” Working independently, and with support from Mr. Wilgenkamp and school math lab teacher Colleen Maier, the students used rulers, protractors and compasses to figure calculations, which they transferred directly onto the wood. Based on their calculations, the students determined the length and width of the sides of the house, the circumference for the front entry hole, and the size of the base and roof slabs. Once the “board of math” was complete, Mr. Wilgenkamp and parent volunteers Bill Beasley, Erik Dimech and Erik Pearson cut the boards into the birdhouse sections. The students assembled their birdhouses in class and took them home in hopes that a local feathered friend would make it their new home. “This was a great project that made math really fun,” remarked sixth-grader Jenna Dimech. “It really helped me improve my understanding of the things we were talking about in class and made me see how they apply to a real-world problem.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153806 Sun, 09 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153806 Student Compositions Showcased The beautifully crafted musical compositions of 11 Three Village Central School District students were selected for performance during this year’s Long Island Composers Alliance Annual “Music by and for Students” Concert at Hofstra University. The Alliance seeks to present the most outstanding compositions by Long Island student composers under the age of 19. There were a total of 16 compositions featured at the concert. Speaking to the significance of this honor, music composition teacher Dr. Dan Deutsch noted, "I am proud of all of the student composers for their achievement. The president of the Long Island Composers Alliance told me that the decisions on the awards were especially difficult because all of the pieces were so excellent." The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following young composers: Harrison Bassin (Arrowhead Elementary School) Jessica Guo, Steven Holmquist, Victor Jiao and Elizabeth Wang (W.S. Mount Elementary School) Varun Jindal and Rebecca Zhang (Nassakeag Elementary School) Haasitha Korlipara and Emma Martinez (Setauket Elementary School) Michelle Hu (R.C. Murphy Junior High School) Adam Goldberg (Ward Melville High School) As several of students’ pieces were scored for multiple instruments, some of their classmates in Three Village helped bring their pieces to life. Performing at the concert were students Katherine Barnitt, Emily Dana, Kieran McAuliffe, Maria Scutari, Madeleine Vaillancourt and Adora Zhang. Adam Goldberg, Steven Holmquist and Elizabeth Wang won the further distinction of receiving Arline Diamond Memorial Awards for most outstanding compositions in their age categories. They received cash awards and performed their pieces in an encore concert at the South Huntington Library. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153807 Sun, 09 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153807 Welcome to the U.S. As an extension of their social studies curriculum, fifth-grade students at W.S. Mount Elementary School in the Three Village Central School District stepped back in time when they participated in an immigration simulation. From the moment the students, who were dressed from head to toe as immigrants, stepped off the school bus and entered the building, they were transported to the early 1900s and were challenged to play the role of an individual immigrating to the United States. Prior to the event, the students researched a family member who had immigrated to the United States and then created a fictional individual based on their research. On the day of the immigration simulation, the students acted as that individual and embodied his or her persona. “This annual event helps us reinforce the steps of the immigration process in a very tangible way, as we are allowing the students to experience it from the perspective of a 1900s immigrant,” stated teacher Janet VonBargen. “By acting as immigrants and filing through the process, the students gain a deeper understanding of not only this time in history, but also the experience their ancestors had when coming to America. It is a fitting conclusion to our classroom unit on the topic.” Upon arriving at school, the students made their way into the cafeteria, or “Ellis Island,” and began the process of becoming an immigrant. Parent and staff volunteers were on hand in the school’s mini-gym monitoring the different immigration stations, which checked the immigrants’ background, vocation, character and health, and ultimately cleared them for citizenship. Once accepted as citizens, the students were asked to review a copy of the federal constitution, were given a commemorative U.S. citizen identification card stamped with their fingerprints, and were asked to recite the Loyalty Oath. At the conclusion of the program, the fifth-graders gathered in the auditorium to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and the Loyalty Oath in unison. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153808 Sun, 09 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153808 Camera Ready Student Photographers Earn Top Honors For the second year in a row, Ward Melville High School juniors Trevor Munch and Alan Wei had their photographs selected as honorees in the 2013 Jostens Photo Contest. Their photos were chosen out of more than 5,000 entries from around the country. Trevor’s photo, titled “Smiles,” placed second in the Student Life category, while Alan’s photo, “Patriots,” received an honorable mention in the Photo Illustration category. Both photos were taken as part of the students’ work on the high school’s award-winning, nationally recognized yearbook, Invictus. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153798 Fri, 07 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153798 College-Bound Seniors Joining the list of those honored earlier in the year, three more Ward Melville High School student-athletes have been recruited to sign National Letters of Intent with some of the nation’s top colleges, and six students have been invited to compete on the athletic teams of several top Division III schools. The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following Patriots: Division I & II David Gibbs – Siena College, lacrosse Robert Mendez – Rollins College, lacrosse Daniel Nemirov – Cornell University, lacrosse Division III Matthew Befumo – Arcadia University, lacrosse Daniel Decker – Fairleigh Dickenson University, lacrosse Kevin Doherty – Endicott College, lacrosse Brendan Dooley – Springfield College, lacrosse Taylor Ringold – SUNY Purchase, baseball Danielle Valente – Molloy College, soccer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153799 Fri, 07 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153799 Talented Students Place at State SkillsUSA Competition Ward Melville High School seniors and cosmetology students Nicole Flaherty and Skye Fores were named second-place winners in the banner contest during this year’s New York State SkillsUSA competition. At the same state contest, senior Adam Ciota placed third in the area of culinary arts after making several delicious food items. SkillsUSA is a nationwide club for career and tech education students. Some of the club’s major activities are the skills competitions held at the regional and state levels. Each BOCES facility has a chapter, and students at each center are chosen to compete by their teachers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153800 Fri, 07 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153800 Senior Alumni Summer Recall Revue - Friday, June 14, 2013 Senior Alumni Summer Recall Revue Friday, June 14 2013 7:30 Tickets are $10 at the door All proceeds benefit the WMHS Musical http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153802 Thu, 06 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153802 Murphy 9th Grade Trip to Six Flags Postponed Due to the weather forecast for tomorrow, Friday, June 7, the trip to Six Flags will be postponed to Tuesday, June 18, 2013. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153801 Thu, 06 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153801 Teacher Publishes Children’s Book Setauket Elementary School special education teacher Susan Sangiamo can now add the title of published author to her resume, as her book "Meet Lefty St. James" was recently released. Using her knowledge of baseball from her experiences with her son and educational training as a teacher, Ms. Sangiamo's book follows the story of a young boy who struggles with mathematics until he connects the subject to his love for baseball. "It has always been a dream of mine to write a children's book," she said. "Many of the concepts included in the story are topics that the students are learning about in class but perhaps haven't thought about in the context of a baseball game." As a teacher, Ms. Sangiamo has taken workshops on how to tie literature into math lessons, training she put into use when penning the short story. Many of Ms. Sangiamo's students quickly became fans of the book, having read it several times. The entire school will have a chance to read the story as well, as it has been added to the collection in the school library. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153803 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153803 Having PRIDE and Creating Cultural Changes Ward Melville High School students, faculty and staff came together to foster a culture of kindness during a day centered on compassion, acceptance and awareness – an event they called Patriot PRIDE (Peace, Respect, Integrity, Dependability, Encouragement) Day. Keeping in line with the school’s PBIS program and New York State Dignity for All Students Act regulations, the program offered students many outlets for hearing and experiencing the countless ways that they can help create a culture of kindness. “We hope that by taking this day to pause from our usual routines and focus on kindness, we will all reinvest ourselves in our ability to cultivate a positive environment where everyone feels they belong,” stated Ward Melville Principal Dr. Alan Baum. The event, which was planned by a committee comprised of representatives from almost every program department at the school, offered students the opportunity to participate in 17 different thematic workshops in addition to hearing from renowned public speaker Tom Thelen. During large group assemblies, the students listened to Mr. Thelen speak about his personal experiences with bullying and the steps they can take to build their self-esteem, develop resiliency and establish a culture of kindness. “The small decisions you make today can have a profound impact on your future,” he told the students. “The power to change lies in the choices, the little choices, you make along the way.” The workshops covered a variety of areas, including the Get.A.Voice project created by R.C. Murphy art teacher Laurie Mandel, retired Ward Melville teacher Tom Lyon’s work with the Heifer International organization, Ward Melville graduate Brooke Ellison’s personal story and work with the Stony Brook University Stem Cell Facility, and information on local outlets such as Long Island Cares. Several high school teachers also volunteered to conduct workshops, including music teacher Laura Stiegelmaier, who led students in a traditional drum circle using hand drums from around the world, and school clubs encouraged students to sign pledges to be bully-free and share words of inspiration. Speaking on behalf of herself and fellow social worker and program coordinator Glenda Gregory, Michelle Virga said, “We feel so grateful to the community members and staff who volunteered their time to speak to our students and give them opportunities to see how compassion and kindness make a difference in the real world, and how they can make a difference here in Ward Melville.” She went on to add, “We had many people supporting this effort, including our committee members, technology staff, custodial staff, administration and parent volunteers from our PTSA. The feedback we are hearing from staff and students is overwhelmingly positive, and many hope that it does indeed become an annual tradition.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153804 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153804 Sports Physicals at Murphy scheduled for Thursday, June 6 have been rescheduled to Monday, June 10 Sports Physicals at Murphy scheduled for Thursday, June 6 have been rescheduled to Monday, June 10. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153793 Wed, 05 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153793 A Perfect Score on ACT Ward Melville High School junior Raymond Yin has achieved something earned by less than one-tenth of one percent of test takers – a perfect score on the ACT college admission and placement exam. On the exam taken earlier this year, Raymond earned the highest possible composite score of 36. When asked how he prepared for the exam, Raymond cited taking practice tests and relying on what he had learned in his classes. “I was very relieved, ecstatic even when I received the results,” he said. While he still has another year of high school ahead of him, he is thinking of pursuing a degree in science or economics in college. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153795 Tue, 04 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153795 Racking Up Awards HS Music Groups Earn High Praise at Music in the Parks Music groups comprised of approximately 300 Ward Melville High School students took top awards during this year’s Music in the Parks festival, held in Monroe Township, N.J. in May. Each group performed a selection of pieces and was adjudicated by two judges. The student groups received both written and recorded comments from the judges and were scored on many musical aspects, including blend, balance, accuracy, pitch, rhythmic precision and musicianship. The Three Village Central School District congratulates the following groups and their teachers for these amazing accomplishments: Ward Melville High School String Orchestra – First Place Superior Ward Melville High School Symphony Orchestra – First Place Excellent Ward Melville High School Jazz Ensemble – First Place Superior Ward Melville High School Symphonic Band – Second Place Superior Ward Melville High School Women’s Choir – First Place Superior Ward Melville High School Mixed Choir – First Place Superior Overall Awards Overall Orchestra –Ward Melville High School String Orchestra Overall Jazz Ensemble – Ward Melville High School Jazz Ensemble Overall Choir ¬– Ward Melville High School Women’s Choir Esprit d'Corps Award – Ward Melville High School Choirs http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153796 Tue, 04 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153796 Honoring Newly Tenured Staff The Three Village Board of Education and administration paid special tribute to the dedication and hard work of several staff members and granted them tenure during a recent meeting. Congratulations to the following newly tenured staff members: Arrowhead Elementary School Noreen Howland – Librarian Nicole Washington – Speech Max Greenstein – Teaching Assistant Gina Petermann – Teaching Assistant Jennifer Walsh – Teaching Assistant Minnesauke Elementary School Christina DeSantis – Teaching Assistant Mount Elementary School Brenda Papazissimos – Teaching Assistant Judith Roddin – Teaching Assistant Nassakeag Elementary School Cindy Tietjen – Librarian Setauket Elementary School Daniela Reduto (Ranft) – Teaching Assistant Jennifer Vecchio – Special Education Maria Dunn – Teaching Assistant P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Steven Manco – Teaching Assistant Carol Yasson – Teaching Assistant R.C. Murphy Junior High School Susan DiPierno – Teaching Assistant Justin Peterson – Music Ward Melville High School Chelsea Conrad – Teaching Assistant Mary Coonerty – Teacher, Special Education Coordinator Luke Gaddis – Teaching Assistant Districtwide Robin Pieslak – Speech http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153797 Tue, 04 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153797 Mount Math Teams Break Records W.S. Mount Elementary School’s Mount Math Masters Club once again dominated at the sixth annual Suffolk County Math Tournament, held at Stony Brook University, and even set three new tournament records. The previous records were held by former Mount teams. Out of the 53 teams from 13 districts in Suffolk County, Mount’s two sixth-grade teams came in first and second place, and team members received five of the 14 individual trophies presented at the end of the contest. Dubbed “the most dominant team in tournament history,” this year’s Mount Math Masters broke the tournament record for highest point total for two teams from the same school with 135 total points out of a possible 160, breaking the record of 133 points shared by the school’s 2012 and 2010 teams. The school’s Team B broke the individual event record of 43 points (set by Mount’s 2010 team) by earning 48 of a possible 50 points. Team B also broke the Mount-held record for most perfect 10s on the individual event, scoring four this year. Mount’s Team B was led by Keene Lu (second overall), Daniel Ma (third), Daniel Schwartz (fourth), and Tommy DiPietro (sixth), who all scored 10 out of 10 on the individual event, and was supported by Kelsey Ge (tied for 21st). Mount’s Team A was led by Jessica Guo (10th) and Komal Grewal (tied for 16th, bolstered by Victor Jiao, Colin Patton and Maya Pena-Lobel. These juggernaut Math Masters teams, which placed third and fourth in 2009, first and second in 2010, first and third in 2011, and first and second in 2012, were all taught by Linda Earls. The Mount Math Masters Club, comprised of fifth- and sixth-graders, practices for the contest throughout the year by participating in Math Olympiad Challenges. The top scoring members are selected to compete in the annual county competition. During the contest, the students compete in an individual session, where they work on their own to answer 10 very challenging math problems in 30 minutes, before moving on to the team session, where they compete in teams of five to answer 10 extremely challenging math problems in 20 minutes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153794 Tue, 04 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153794 RC Murphy Family Night Postponed Until Tuesday, June 4 Due to Rain http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153792 Mon, 03 Jun 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153792 Envisioning Technological Changes R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s seventh-grade science research class had the chance to study a technology of interest and predict what that technology might be like 20 years from today when they participated in the ExploraVision Program, sponsored by Toshiba Industries and the National Science Teachers Association. As a result of their project, "Carbon Nanotube Water Filter," students Arthur Bances, Christopher Donnelly, David He and Ryan Kaplan were named honorable mention awardees, which meant that their project ranked in the top 10 percent of all ExploraVision projects submitted this year. The students explained that their concept focused on the way in which water is filtered, not only for personal consumption but for commercial uses as well. They determined that the most practical use for the carbon nanotube would be realized at dams and other large aquatic areas with running water. ExploraVision is a science competition that encourages teachers and students to make real research and development a part of their curriculum. The seventh-graders worked in small groups to explore ways to make their visions become a reality. The students named honorable mention winners received a certificate and a gift from Toshiba Industries. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153790 Thu, 30 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT false153790 Inducting Student-Artists The Three Village Central School District’s National Junior Art Honor Society inducted 55 new members this May during a ceremony that brought together students from both P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Junior High Schools. During the ceremony, which was held in the auditorium at Gelinas, current members addressed the audience to explain the criteria for admission into the NJAHS as well as the pillars on which the society was built. Students who are members or are being inducted must hold an art average of 95 or above and an overall average of 90. The groups at both buildings do countless service projects that bring art to the schools and community. The NJAHS is led by Dr. Laurie Mandel at Murphy and Michael Sacco at Gelinas. The district congratulates the new inductees: Kassabel Augustin Michelle Barnett Gemma Beals-Reid Katrina Blasco Hanna Bliska Emily Bowins Natalie Butkevich Melissa Carrasquillo Lexi Castronova Sophia Chen Yiyuan Chen Joyce Chin Harim Choi Hannah Daniel Isabel Della Salle Olivia Espinoza Marie Fitzgerald Sonali George Michaela Hackenjos Nicole Hamma Alice Huang Kerry Joppe Amber Li Karen Li Alice Liu Amanda Liu Morgyn Maresco Casey Marsh Taylor Metz Leela Mitra Krissy Moller Michele Moloney Constance Mulford Amanda Muratore Juliette Murray Emily Nienburg Harriet O’Brien Natalie O’Dell Sachin Patnaik Tori Pliaconis Sophia Rashizada Alanna Richman Laina Salem Mott Lily Sama Rebecca Schneider Isabelle Scott Rachel Sullivan Sarah Sun Fangrui Tong Samantha Verdecanna Samantha White Emily Xu Jennifer Yang Adora Zhang Grace Zhang To read copies of the speeches, click the links below. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153791 Thu, 30 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT false153791 When I Grow Up… W.S. Mount Students Experience Professional Careers During Career Lab W.S. Mount Elementary School kindergarten through sixth-grade students had the chance to learn about a wide variety of interesting professions during the school’s annual Career Lab program. From occupations in the medical field to areas of law enforcement and even environmentally focused jobs, this year’s event covered a range of professional topics. The program, which has become a Mount staple over the past few years, is organized into a series of workshops, each designed to introduce students to a different career in a very hands-on way. This year, students interacted with more than 20 professionals representing nearly 20 different careers and had the chance to learn about both the educational and hands-on training required for their chosen field. Included in the workshops were seminars on beekeeping, the study of Long Island’s aquifers and the busy work on the stock trading floor. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153789 Thu, 30 May 2013 17:00:00 GMT false153789 Secondary Science Teams Rank Among Top 10 Nationally Extending their award-winning competition season, this year's Ward Melville High School and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Science Olympiad teams had one of their most impressive showings to date, as both teams placed among the top 10 teams in their divisions at the National Science Olympiad Tournament. During the contest, held this May at Wright State University in Ohio, Ward Melville was ranked fifth and Gelinas placed eighth. In addition to their overall ranking, Gelinas earned medals in four events (one gold, two bronze and one fifth-place medal) while Ward Melville won seven medals (two silver, one bronze, one fourth-place medal and three fifth-place medals) in this very competitive national tournament. "It is truly a pleasure to be a part of the most talented Science Olympiad team in Ward Melville history," stated Ward Melville coach Steve Malusa. “It was very exciting and gratifying to see all the hard work from this year culminate in the national tournament,” added Gelinas coach Gary Vorwald. “As a teacher and coach, you always want your students to strive for their potential. Science Olympiad has been one of the most gratifying experiences I have had in education. I am honored to have the opportunity to work with such gifted students, and it is so rewarding to see that my efforts have had an impact in helping them achieve their goals.” Only 60 teams from across the nation were invited to compete at this prestigious competition. Invitation to the national tournament is based on a team's rank at their state competition. Earlier this year, Gelinas’ team placed first in the Rustin Invitational, Eastern Long Island Regional and New York State tournaments. Ward Melville placed first in the high school division at the Eastern Long Island Regional and New York State tournaments. Ed Daguerre, Monica Gerber, Christopher Marotta and Gary Vorwald coached Gelinas’ team. Steve Malusa, Kathy Rocklein and Mark Suesser coached the Ward Melville students. Ward Melville National Science Olympiad Team Members Justin Cooper Niyati Desai Alex Frenkel Gary Ge Rachel Gutman Luran He Eidan Jacob Joanna Jin Kim Koon Daniil Lukin Phoebe McAuliffe James Napoli Siavash Parkhideh Cathy Wang Tracy Wang Alan Wei Jake Welde Sam Wu Dan Yu Carolina Zheng P.J. Gelinas National Science Olympiad Team Members Ian Baram Andrey Chulkov Adam Dzurney Drake Eggleston Marie Fitzgerald David Huang Emily Huang John Ju Maho Koga Amber Li Thomas Li Dylan Masters Kirti Nath Henry Nelson Rajan Patel Faima Quadir Mohit Singh Nestor Tkachenko Matt Todd Coco Wander Orion Weiss Grace Whitney http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153786 Mon, 27 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153786 Mount Students Named Distinguished Artists Based on their creative submissions, four W.S. Mount Elementary School students were named distinguished artists in “The Portfolio Project: Art Students of Long Island,” currently on display at the Anthony Giordano Gallery at Dowling College. These students, which include fifth-graders Kiley Hamou, Cherrie Lan and Katherine Liu and fourth-grader Celine Owens, worked with art teacher Maria Maritato on their detailed applications. For consideration in this year’s Portfolio Project, the students were required to create five pieces of artwork: a self-portrait, a research-based piece and three personal choices using any medium. Additionally, the students were required to draft written statements about their pieces and be prepared to speak articulately about their artwork using appropriate art vocabulary and terminology. The students practiced with Ms. Maritato prior to the portfolio adjudication this spring at Sachem High School East, where it was announced that their portfolios had received perfect scores. The exhibit, which ran this May, was aimed at highlighting the finest work by Long Island art students. The organizers of this special exhibition are the teachers of the New York State Art Teachers Association, a nonprofit professional organization founded in 1948 for the purpose of advancing the cause of art education. The Portfolio Project is an initiative of NYSATA that was developed in cooperation with the New York State Education Department. It is an authentic assessment tool that is based on the New York State Learning Standards and provides students with an opportunity to present portfolios of their work at regional adjudication sites. The student portfolios provide evidence of understanding and student learning in the visual arts. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153787 Sun, 26 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153787 A Picture Tells Story of Culture P.J. Gelinas Junior High School ninth-grader Fangrui Tong has been selected as a winner of Astoria Federal Savings' 2013 Teen Photo Contest. Fangrui's photo was of her younger sister, whom she dressed and accessorized to meet the competition's theme of "Culture and Traditions." In recognition of her accomplishment, Fangrui and her art teacher, Mike Sacco, will attend an awards reception on June 12 at Astoria Federal's headquarters in Lake Success, N.Y. At the reception, Fangrui will be presented with a certificate and prize. Additionally, her photograph will be on display along with the other winning entries. In recognition of the school's support of arts education and Fangrui's achievement, the P.J. Gelinas art department will receive a $100 classroom grant. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153788 Sat, 25 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153788 PRE-KINDERGARTEN SURVEY Parents of preschool children are invited to complete the following survey. Please note that this would be a tuition-based program. Please complete the survey by May 31. Pre-Kindergarten Parent Survey http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153785 Wed, 22 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153785 A Lasting Memory Minnesauke Students Create Community Tree For their artistic end-of-year project, the fifth- and sixth-grade classes at Minnesauke Elementary School have created a beautiful community tree that was recently unveiled in the main hallway of the school. Working with art teacher Christine Becker, the students helped form the artistic sculpture, which was inspired by Gustav Klimt’s “Tree of Life.” Working as a school community, each student, and many staff members, designed artistic wooden circles that, when put together, formed the leaves of the tree. After the puzzle pieces were decorated, the fifth- and sixth-graders painted the background to the design and parts of the tree while Ms. Becker put the finishing touches on the swirls of the branches. Together, during class time, the students glued all of the pieces in place to create a beautiful rainbow effect. The finished project, which stands 6 feet tall and 16 feet wide, is not only a beautiful display of the students’ artistic talents, but also a representation of the school’s diversity and unity as a school community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153779 Tue, 21 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153779 Three Village Budget Passes The Three Village Central School District thanks all members of the community for their participation in this year’s budget vote and trustee election. The district’s 2013-2014 budget passed by a vote of 3198 to 1741. Congratulations to trustees Jonathan Kornreich and Susanne A. Mendelson, who were re-elected to the district’s Board of Education. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153784 Tue, 21 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153784 Support for Soldiers Overseas Nassakeag Elementary School students, faculty and staff showed their support for American troops serving overseas by collecting hundreds of personal care items, nonperishable food products, supplies and even toys during a schoolwide Boxes for the Soldiers drive. The monthlong effort was coordinated in time for Memorial Day and as part of the Brookhaven Veterans Association at Brookhaven Lab’s Adopt a Platoon Committee. Nassakeag teachers Judy Larsen and Joan Sperry oversaw the project at the school, which drew enough donations to fill 44 large boxes with comfort items. In addition to the donated items, the students also wrote letters to the troops, thanking them for their service. It is expected that the donated supplies will benefit a platoon currently serving in Afghanistan. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153326 Mon, 20 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153326 STARS on Display at Minnesauke A sea of gold blanketed Minnesauke Elementary School as a fitting ending to the school’s spirit week. As part of the building’s character education program, Minnesauke adopted the STARS initiative, which recognizes students who have exhibited the positive character traits that form the acronym – Sharing, Trustworthiness, Acceptance, Respect and Service. On the last day of this year’s spirit week, the entire school – teachers, students and support staff – wore their Minnesauke STARS shirts as a symbol of their solidarity and collective mission to create a bully-free school environment. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153327 Mon, 20 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153327 Sex Offender Notification May 20, 2013 Click here to read notification letter from Cheryl Pedisich, Superintendent of Schools http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153783 Mon, 20 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153783 Science Olympiad Teams Rank in Top 10 at National Competition Congratulations to the P.J. Gelinas Junior High School and Ward Melville High School Science Olympiad Teams for their successful performances at this year's National Science Olympiad Tournament. During this very competitive national tournament, Ward Melville's team placed fifth and was awarded seven event medals. Gelinas' team was ranked eighth and earned four event medals. A total of 60 teams from across the United States competed in the tournament. Please check the district website again soon for complete coverage. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153782 Sun, 19 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153782 Big Hearts, Tiny Hats For a service-learning project geared toward helping the surrounding community, the eighth-grade students in Cynthia Carrucciu’s Family and Consumer Science classes at R.C. Murphy Junior High School made knitted hats for the neonatal intensive care unit at Stony Brook University Children’s Hospital. During the 10-week class, the students learned how to use round looms to knit and shape small hats for the delicate young patients. To date, the students have created more than 100 hats. In addition to the community service aspect of the project, the hands-on learning experience brought to life several science lessons discussed in class – in particular, those surrounding birth weight and the importance of regulating a baby’s temperature. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153323 Fri, 17 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153323 Hatching a Love for Science After observing and waiting patiently for almost a month, the first-grade students at Minnesauke Elementary School in the Three Village Central School District watched as a special science project they had been caring for hatched and came to life – quite literally. Since mid-April, the five first-grade classes have been handling and nurturing baby chick eggs as part of their study on embryology and the life cycle of an egg to a chicken. Over the course of the month, the students learned about temperature and humidity in the incubators, the cycle of the chicks’ development, and the different parts of an egg and chick. They also candled the eggs to observe the changes in the growing embryo. As a cross-curricular project, the students kept scientific journals in which they wrote their observations and read both nonfiction and fiction stories about the subject matter. This year’s hatching was highly successful, and many of the class families have agreed to care for the young chicks after the unit is complete. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153324 Fri, 17 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153324 Juniors Recognized for Superior Writing Ward Melville High School juniors Adity Sampath and Katelyn Winter have been recognized by the National Council of Teachers of English for their superior writing submissions to the NCTE’s annual Achievement Awards in Writing contest. For the contest, the students submitted timed writing prose pieces following the theme of a “Personal Mount Rushmore” as well as a sample of their best writing from their writing portfolios. For the timed piece, the students had to select four individuals who have had a profound and inspirational effect on their lives and represent their personal ideals. Adity’s timed piece focused on the role music has in her life and those individuals associated with her musical passion. Katelyn’s piece focused on her family, in particular her mother and three aunts. The students’ completed submissions were judged by a national panel and were found to have demonstrated effective and imaginative use of language to inform and move an audience. According to its official website, the NCTE’s Achievement Awards in Writing is a school-based writing program established in 1957 to encourage high school students in their writing and to publicly recognize some of the best student writers in the nation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153325 Fri, 17 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153325 District Spring Newsletter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153781 Wed, 15 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153781 Board Passes Resolution Regarding High Stakes Testing The Board of Education approved the following resolution during its meeting on May 14th. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153780 Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153780 Superior Rating for HS Wind Ensemble The talented Ward Melville High School Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Laura Gustavsen, has made a name for themselves along the Eastern Coast, as they recently were awarded first place with a rating of “Superior” during the Festivals of Music competition at the Duxbury Performing Arts Center in Massachusetts. During the competition, the ensemble performed two advanced pieces of band music: "Gandalf," the first movement of Johan DeMaij’s symphony "The Lord of the Rings"; and "A Boy's Dream" by Jay Bocook. Considered to be exceptionally challenging, these pieces are ranked as Level 6 NYSSMA selections and as such are generally only performed at the college level. Ms. Gustavsen noted of DeMaij’s original band composition: “Although [‘Gandalf’] was written around the original book and not the movie, it is an old standard in the band repertoire that commands much respect, and I thought the students should be exposed to it.” She added of the Bocook piece, “In addition to teaching old standards, I want them to know about new compositions…the second piece we played is a very creative and imaginative work that challenges the students in many ways.” During the competition, three college band directors, including the legendary Frank Battisti, judged the students’ performances. The judges were quite complimentary towards the students, while also making educationally based critiques along the way. Following their performance, the students were invited to attend a workshop with one of the judges. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153319 Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153319 Second-Place Writing Award for Ward Melville Sophomore Ward Melville High School 10th-grader Sarah Martin was named a second-place winner in the Kenneth F. Gambone Writing Contest sponsored by the Long Island Language Arts Council for her winning piece, “Lying Amongst the Flowers We Speak.” English students from all over the island participated in this writing contest, responding to the prompt “A Leader is…” as well as submitting a separate writing piece from their portfolio. Sarah will be honored at a luncheon sponsored by Norman Cohen and Everbind Publishers. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153320 Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153320 Senior Named 2013 National YoungArts Foundation Merit Winner Ward Melville High School senior and professionally trained dancer Anna Cradock has been named a 2013 National YoungArts Foundation Merit Winner. The YoungArts Foundation recognizes talented 15-18-year-olds in the visual, literary and performing arts. This year, YoungArts named 685 winners from 46 states, selected from a pool of more than 10,000 applications nationwide. Winners were selected through a multitiered, blind adjudication process and evaluated by celebrated masters in the artistic fields. As a Merit Winner, Anna was invited to perform at the Baryshnikov Arts Center in New York City. To prepare, Anna took master classes with some of the top ballet performers and was invited to dance two solo pieces during a performance in May. Anna has studied ballet for nine years with the Seiskaya Ballet of St. James. She will be attending Indiana University of Bloomington in the fall, where she plans to major in ballet and possibly double major in physical therapy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153321 Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153321 A Part of Legislative Change Arrowhead Elementary School sixth-grade students in Christina Maffia’s Pi class learned about the change that can come from being civic-minded when Suffolk County Legislator Kara Hahn visited their class. Last school year, after speaking about the subject in detail with Ms. Maffia and watching the informative movie “Gasland,” the students wrote letters to Legislator Hahn about the concept of fracking. Fracking is a drilling technique which involves injecting toxic chemicals, sand and millions of gallons of water under high pressure directly into the ground to release natural gas in shale deposits. At the time, there was talk of bringing the extracted liquid for treatment/disposal on Long Island, a proposal that could have seriously damaged local drinking water. With the students’ letters in hand, Legislator Hahn urged her fellow elected officials to support a bill that banned fracking fluid from coming to the island. This bill was ultimately passed and the students were excited to have been a part of the environmental cause. During a recent visit from Legislator Hahn, the students had the chance to review a copy of the bill and were presented with certificates of appreciation by the legislator. Additionally, she spoke about how a bill becomes a law and how important it is for individuals of all ages to become involved in their local government. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153322 Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153322 Community Swim Registration - Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Community Swim Registration information - click here http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153317 Tue, 07 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153317 Location Change for 5/14 Board of Education Meeting – Will Now Be Held at RC Murphy JHS http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153318 Tue, 07 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153318 Comfort Pillows The students in R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s ninth-grade fashion and clothing class have put their sewing skills to a worthy cause this year, as they have created more than 60 mini-pillows for patients at the Fortunato Breast Health Center at Mather Hospital. Based on size, the students’ creations assist those recovering from surgery while traveling in the car or when in need of comfort. Working since early this year, the students have dedicated much of their spare class time to the cause. “We are always looking for ways to connect our projects with a need found in the community,” stated teacher Cynthia Carrucciu, who has coordinated the effort for the past two years. “Last year we created approximately 60 pillows, and I’m proud that we have already surpassed that amount this year. Sewing is skill that the students can use well into their future, and it is my hope that they will continue to find opportunities for philanthropic work even after this project is complete.” Each of the completed pillows is not only stuffed with love, but also individual notes wishing the recipient a speedy recovery. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153314 Mon, 06 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153314 Planting a Seed for Learning As a culmination to their science unit on plants, the first-grade students in Michael Dragotta’s class at Minnesauke Elementary School in the Three Village School District planted donated marigolds in the school’s front yard. As part of the unit, the students studied the different components of a flower and their functions and worked to grow sunflowers and beans. Mr. Dragotta noted that the end-of-unit planting has become somewhat of a Minnesauke tradition, as his classes have been undertaking this project for the past 12 years. “It is a nice conclusion to our classroom studies and in a very visual way drives home many of the lessons that the students completed,” he said, noting that it also serves as a community service project. “The students are excited to help beautify the school grounds in time for spring, and they feel proud seeing the flowers grow each day.” The class’s parents provided the flowers and many of the supplies used during the project. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153315 Mon, 06 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153315 Displays of Creativity Two- and three-dimensional art and technology pieces created by Three Village Central School District students were once again on display during the district’s Spring into Art and Technology Showcase held at the Ward Melville Heritage Organization. This year’s show, which included hundreds of pieces – from crafted chairs to pictures, paintings and sculptures – was a great success and was widely attended by individuals throughout the community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153316 Mon, 06 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153316 Young Literary Wonders Two young authors in the Three Village Central School District have received acclaim in the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association's 27th Annual Poetry Contest. Out of the approximately 4,000 entries, W.S. Mount Elementary School sixth-grader Maya Pena-Lobel was named second prize winner in Category B – individual poem, grades 5-6, and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-grader Olivia Schmitt won honorable mention in her respective category. Maya submitted to the contest of her own volition after learning about it from her brother’s English teacher at Ward Melville High School, Brian McAuliffe. “I really started to enjoy poetry in the fourth grade and since that time have filled many notebooks with my own poems during my free time,” she said. “I’ve been looking for a contest to enter for a while, and when I found out about this one, I was happy that I met all of the criteria for submission. Sometimes poems come to me at the most unexpected times – like only a few days ago during the state math exam – and I write them down as quickly as possible.” Maya’s original poem for the contest, titled “The Journey of a Lifetime,” focused on an imaginary road that she used as a metaphor for life. She wrote about the challenges individuals face in life and the ways in which they can overcome those difficulties. Olivia has made a name for herself in the literary contest circuit this year, having also won honorable mention in BlueNose Edutainment's Chasing Mavericks writing contest. Olivia’s poem for the Walt Whitman contest, “The Opening,” focused on the bumps along the road of life and how positive opportunities are presented when a new “road” appears. Both students, along with their families and teachers, have been invited to a celebration in Huntington in early June where they will be presented with their awards and have the chance to hear music from Walt Whitman’s time period, view an exhibit about Walt Whitman and tour the historic house. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153313 Mon, 06 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153313 Career Day at Nassakeag For the fourth- through sixth-graders at Nassakeag Elementary School in the Three Village Central School District, the question “What do you want to be when you grow up?” became a little easier to answer following their participation in this year’s Career Day. The program, which was coordinated by teacher Judith Larson with assistance from the PTA and staff members, has been offered at the school for the past five years and grows in popularity with each new class. “I believe today gave the students a sense of what their parents may do for a living, as one of my student stated, ‘Now I get what my dad is talking about.’,” said Ms. Larsen. “It provided them with information on new career options and exposed them what other careers involve. I can honestly say, the students were very surprised and intrigued at what they learned about the various careers presented.” During the morning, the students had the chance to attend two interactive workshop sessions that featured 21 different types of careers. Visited by professionals who work within the Three Village community and beyond, the students had the chance to learn about the training and education needed for professions such as a chef, acupuncturist/chiropractor, bagel store owner/baker, hair stylist, oral surgeon, and even a filmmaker and radio show personality. Adding a special touch to the event, the school faculty and staff members wore apparel from the college they attended. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153312 Mon, 06 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153312 Cleaning Up and Reducing Waste in Honor of Earth Day Nassakeag Elementary School students celebrated this year’s Earth Day by participating in a variety of earth-friendly activities. The sixth-grade students in Robyn Weinstein’s class once again coordinated a Waste-Free Lunch Week, which aimed to reduce the amount of waste created during the school’s lunch times. Leading up to the week, the sixth-graders made announcements and visited classrooms to inform their peers about the initiative and the ways in which they could participate. “We encouraged everyone to use reusable items for their lunch such as Tupperware and real silverware – basically anything that doesn’t end up in the trash can,” said sixth-grader Colleen Loughlin. The school’s PTA also generously donated a $5 Barnes and Noble gift card to each class to help motivate the students to participate and some teachers, like Ms. Weinstein, doubled the gift cards as an added reward. At the end of the week, the cards were distributed to one student per class based on his or her efforts. On average, the school produces 10 garbage cans full of trash per day that weigh approximately 70 pounds each. As a result of the students’ collective efforts, during the weeklong project, the school only discarded 28 cans, resulting in 1,540 less pounds of trash being produced at Nassakeag. “It is up to us to control what happens in the future,” said sixth-grader Connor Tweedy. “Because of the environmental actions we take today, our future can either be a good or a bad one.” The student council, which is advised by Adele Gibbons, also helped to clean up the earth as they coordinated the school’s annual Grounds Cleanup Day. Equipped with protective gloves and trash bags, the students walked the perimeter of the school and removed any waste items left behind. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153308 Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153308 Two Murphy Students Named Winners in National Writing Competition R.C. Murphy Junior High School eighth-graders Michelle Sun and Michelle Hu have been named winners in the National Council of Teachers of English 2013 Promising Young Writers Program. Nationally, 211 students were nominated to compete in this year’s competition, 51 of which came from New York State. Out of these submissions, only eight New York students were honored as winners. As part of the competition, the Three Village eighth-graders each submitted two pieces of writing, which were read by national judges. Papers were judged on content, purpose, audience, tone, word choice, organization, development and style. Drawing on the theme “Unexpected Connections,” Michelle Sun wrote a story on the life of twins, while Michelle Hu wrote a thought-provoking piece about nuclear war and individuals’ social mistakes. The students’ second compositions were lighter in nature: Michelle Sun wrote a series of vignettes called “Transportation Protection,” while Michelle Hu described her experiences on the school’s Science Olympiad team in a piece called “Changing the Stars.” Murphy English Department Chairperson Catherine Duffy was very pleased to learn that two of the four students nominated from Murphy were among the eight students recognized statewide as winners. "I speak on behalf of the entire English department when I say we are so proud of Michelle Hu and Michelle Sun being selected for this honor,” she said. “We look forward to reading more of their published writings in the future." The school’s other two nominees were eighth-graders Craig Deng and Mirette Nunez, who were presented with certificates of participation from the NCTE. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153309 Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153309 HS Juniors Qualify for National Merit Scholarship Competition Based on their performance on the 2012 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, 38 Ward Melville High School 11th-graders have met the strict requirements to enter the 2014 National Merit Scholarship Competition. This honor means that these students scored in the top three percent in the nation on this exam. The names of those students proceeding in the competition for the National Merit Scholarship Program’s various scholarship opportunities will be announced next fall. The Three Village Central School District extends its congratulations to the following scholars: Stephen Boukas Charlotte Broadbent Ray Chen Sylvia Chen Peter Chiang Ethan Dorf Arezu Esmaili Ryan Gao Luran He Olivia Hu Eidan Jacob Emily Kaye Henry Lane Harrison Li Dylan Lopez Rachael Mayrose Caroline McBrien Grace Molino Krista Olson Siavash Parkhideh Ryan Patton Julia Pinkava Sahithi Reddy Spencer Rosner Alec Shangold Alexander Shea Rohan Sikdar Akilesh Tangella Philippe Tarjan Alan Wei Samuel Wu Raymond Yin Sandy Yin Dan Yu Eric Zhang Grace Zhang Carolina Zheng Jennifer Zhong http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153310 Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153310 Celebrating World Cultures W.S. Mount Elementary School students and families traveled to countries such as Germany, Mexico and Thailand as they took part in this year’s “Passport Around the World” event. Upon arrival, each student was issued a “passport,” which they had stamped after visiting the variety of informational booths on display throughout the school. Gathering in the school’s auditorium, attendees had a chance to watch a creative World Showcase, which included musical performances, displays of martial arts, dances and cultural highlights from some of the countries featured. Throughout the event, attendees also had the chance to sample a variety of foods and complete several crafts based on the particular country’s culture. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153311 Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153311 E-Cycle Day - Saturday, May 11 from 10:00 to 2:00 at WMHS The Three Village Education Foundation is sponsoring an E-cycle Day at Ward Melville HS. Bring your old computers, monitors, televisions, cell phones, etc. Help the environment as well as the students of the Three Village School District! See below for details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153307 Wed, 01 May 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153307 FBLA Team Advances to Nationals After an impressive finish at the Future Business Leaders of America State Leadership Conference in Rochester, N.Y. this April, 15 Ward Melville High School team members have qualified to compete in the National Leadership Conference in Anaheim, Calif. in June. During the three-day state conference, the team, which is advised by business teachers Alyssa Gold and Carol Vonnes, competed in a variety of business events, each of which focused on a different element of the business world. Ward Melville’s presence at the 2013 SLC was one of their most successful to date, as club members were named state winners in 20 events, including 13 first-place finishes, and earned a total of 36 awards. Congratulations to the following students who were recognized during the state conference: 

 Stephanie Chen – 1st Place, Intro to Business Communications; 5th Place, Intro to Business

 Lauren Dennis – 2nd Place, Global Business 

Kyra Durko – 1st Place, Banking and Financial Systems; 2nd Place, FBLA Principles and Procedures; 3rd Place, Intro to Business Dinko Franceschi – 3rd Place, Emerging Business Issues; 5th Place, Business Procedures

 Theo Gibbs – 1st Place, Banking and Financial Systems

 Eric Li – 1st Place, Technology Concepts; 2nd Place, Game Design and Programming Harrison Li – 1st Place, Business Calculations; 4th Place, Entrepreneurship 

Michelle Liao – 3rd Place, Spreadsheet Applications; 4th Place, Entrepreneurship

 Rachael Mayrose – 1st Place, Marketing; 1st Place, Business Procedures 

Ian O’Brien – 2nd Place, Global Business; 3rd Place, Hospitality Management

 Ramya Rao – 1st Place, Intro to Parliamentary Procedures; 5th Place, Basic Decision Making Alexa Rohan – 2nd Place, Global Business

 Philippe Tarjan – 4th Place, Entrepreneurship 

Eric Wang – 1st Place, Principles and Procedures; 3rd Place, Emerging Business Issues

 Megan Wang – 3rd Place, Electronic Career Portfolio
 Carly Weber-Levine – 1st Place Banking and Financial Systems, 2nd Place Intro to Parliamentary Procedures Sandy Yin – 1st Place Marketing, 2nd Place Computer Game Simulation, William Yoo – 3rd Place Emerging Business Issues Carolina Zheng – 1st Place Networking Concepts, 1st Place Cyber Security, 2nd Place Game Design and Programming Sander (Yongqi) Zhu – 3rd Place Intro to Tech Concepts, 5th Place Computer Problem Solving The following students will be attending the FBLA National Leadership Conference competing in the following subjects in Anaheim, California from June 27-June 30: Lauren Dennis - Global Business Michelle Liao - Spreadsheet Applications Ian O’Brien - Global Business Alexa Rohan - Global Business Sandy Yin - Compter Game Simulation Harrison Li - Business Calculations Carolina Zheng - Computer Game Simulation Eric Li - Computer Game Simulation Theo Gibbs - Banking and Financial Systems Rachael Mayrose - Business Procedures Eric Wang - FBLA Principle and Procedures Ramya Rao - Intro to Parliamentary Procedure Stephanie Chen - Intro to Business Communications Carly Weber-Levine - Banking and Financial Systems Kyra Durko - Banking and Financial Systems http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153306 Thu, 25 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153306 A Cultural Exchange Sparks Outreach Efforts If seeing creates a better level of understanding, then Ward Melville High School student-musicians from the school’s Camerata, concert choir and women’s choral ensemble certainly have fostered a deeper appreciation for the way of life of the Maasai tribe of Kenya. For the second year, Ward Melville High School students have had the chance to learn about this tribe through a cultural exchange assembly with Chief Joseph Ole Tipanko, a teacher and ambassador to the United Nations, and fellow tribesman John. During their visit, the representatives spoke about their united effort to raise funds to build schools as well as better the lives and the quality of life in this tribe. The members’ presentation focused on the Maasai’s culture, lifestyles and practice of peace among its people. Additionally, they spoke about the tribe’s history, community values, religious beliefs, leadership and political infrastructure and policy. The students had the chance to view traditional garb from the tribe, purchase jewelry pieces in support of the group’s effort and learn a traditional Maasai song. “Today’s program was a symbol of how music unites us globally,” said teacher Linda Contino. “The students were able to learn about this culture firsthand from the individuals who are so directly connected to it, and it provided an outlet to increase our community’s awareness of the struggles that these individuals face on a daily basis.” In an effort to assist the representatives with their mission, the school collected more than $400 and close to 30 pairs of gently used adults’ and children’s shoes. As education for young girls is a rarity in the region, the students’ monetary donation will provide the funds for three Maasai girls to attend boarding school and aid in the protection of their human rights. Junior Thomas Brown, who has a personal connection to a similar fundraising effort in another Long Island school district, spearheaded the project. This is the second year the school has participated in the initiative and the second year it has been able to sponsor three girls’ boarding school expenses. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153303 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153303 Celebrating Earth Day with Artistic Projects In an effort to reduce their carbon footprints and create a greener tomorrow, students and staff members throughout the Three Village Central School District marked this year’s Earth Day with a variety of environmentally conscious activities. At Nassakeag Elementary School, the sixth-grade art club worked with teacher Erica Cacciatore on group art pieces. Using acrylic paint and large canvases, the close-to-40 students researched the topic of Earth Day and then created drawings to visually depict what the day means to them. The completed pieces were put on display just prior to Earth Day for all to enjoy and as a reminder to be earth-friendly. Setauket Elementary School’s first-grade classes transformed trash into treasure as they fashioned useful items out of commonly discarded household products. From juice and milk cartons to water bottle caps and cardboard, the students created both practical and imaginative pieces. Tying into their literacy lessons, the classes wrote a descriptive overview of their project and, with the help of their teachers, read poems and sang songs about Earth Day and recycling. “As part of our science unit, we talk about the importance of recycling and how certain items such as plastic don’t break down,” explained teacher Eileen Biamonte. The students’ projects were put on display on Earth Day, and each class had a chance to rotate through the classrooms’ “Earth Day museums.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153304 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153304 Patriots Sign on Dotted Line Nine Ward Melville Seniors Commit to College Athletic Programs The athletic season for nine Ward Melville High School seniors will continue next fall, as these students have committed to compete on the athletic teams at some of the nation’s top Division I, II and III colleges and universities. As is customary, Division I and II students marked this commitment by signing National Letters of Intent with their chosen institutions of higher education. “This is no small accomplishment – it is the culmination of many years of hard work and dedication to not only your academics, but also your chosen sport,” stated Erin Blaney, the district’s executive director of health, physical education, recreation and athletics. “I am confident that you will go on to represent both Ward Melville and your new school well in the future.” The Three Village Central School District extends its congratulations to the following student-athletes and wishes them well next year: Division I & II Alexa Antipas – Ohio State University, Fencing Sara Buckley – Manhattan College, Swimming Matthew Corrie – Pace University, Football Alex Fitzgerald – Lehigh University, Track Colleen Lampe – Marist College, Swimming Alexa Rohan – Stanford University, Fencing Division III Courtney Cleary – SUNY Geneseo, Volleyball Harley Kaiserman – Roger Williams University, Tennis Kevin Doherty – Endicott College, Lacrosse http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153305 Tue, 23 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153305 Budget Information Click here for more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153302 Sun, 21 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153302 3rd Quarter Report Cards Now Available on the Portal For All Students in Grades 7-12. Please check the Campus Portal to view secondary report cards for students in grades 7-12. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153295 Wed, 17 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153295 An Award-Winning Yearbook Out of 5,503 entries from around the nation, the 2012 Ward Melville High School Invictus Yearbook was honored with seven Gold Circle Awards from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association. This is the most Invictus has earned in one year in the annual competition for individual achievement by student writers, editors, designers and photographers. With seven, Invictus earned the most Gold Circles out of any yearbook in all of New York State. The district extends its deep congratulations to yearbook adviser Cortney Weisman and the entire yearbook staff on this outstanding achievement. The winning pieces included: 1st Place: Single Advertisement Design: Ryan Dorfman, “Tropical Smoothie” 2nd Place: Academic Yearbook Spread: Alexandra Fedurina, “On the Chopping Block” 3rd Place: Organizations Spread: Anna Brogan and Leigha Jarett, “Marching with Pride” (photography by Trevor Munch) Honorable Mention: Academic Yearbook Spread: Francessca Benedetto and Leigha Jarett, “Under the Hood” (photography by Trevor Munch) Honorable Mention: Sports Reporting: Stephanie Shay, “Home Improvement” Honorable Mention: Single Info Graphic: Danielle Brando and Gabi Cossens, “Fantasy Football” Honorable Mention: Sports Yearbook Spread: Taylor Mussenden, “A Year in Review” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153299 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153299 Top Awards for Student Pianists Several Three Village Central School District student-musicians have been named winners in the Eighth Annual Suffolk Piano Teachers Foundation Competition. In the elementary division, Minnesauke Elementary School second-grader Austin Choi was named the first-place winner for his performance of Melody Bober’s “March Macabre,” while Nassakeag Elementary School fifth-grader Alicia Heintzelman earned second place for another Bober piece, “Galloping Stallion.” W.S. Mount Elementary School fourth-grader Sofia Stacchiola won second place in the early intermediate division for her performance of “Doll’s Dream” by Theodore Oesten, and sixth-grader Katie Zhao was named second-place winner in the early advanced division for her performance of Notturno Op. 54, No. 4 by Edvard Grieg. These awards reflect not only the effort and talent of the students, but also the support of music education that the parents, school and community provide. As a first-place winner, Austin will also receive a scholarship and perform the winning piece at one of two honors recitals held at Stony Brook University’s Staller Center this June. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153300 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153300 76 Trombones Lead the Way The antics of conman Harold Hill’s visit to River City, Iowa was the storyline behind this year’s school musical at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School in the Three Village School District. During a three-day run of “The Music Man,” students transported audiences of all ages back in time to the summer of 1912 to watch the hilarity that ensued when Mr. Hill tried to scam the townsfolk of their money by promising to teach their musically disinclined children to play musical instruments. Laughing and humming along to some of the familiar tunes, such as “Seventy-six Trombones,” audiences were not only entertained by the Broadway hit but also captivated by the talented performers and predominantly student-comprised pit orchestra. The students, with direction from teacher Melissa Anderson, worked diligently since the winter to ensure that the performances were executed successfully. The level of dedication to their performances was evident and left the audiences looking forward to next year’s show. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153301 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153301 Two Three Village Science Olympiad Teams Qualify to Compete Nationally Gelinas & Ward Melville Teams Rank First at State Competition; Murphy Ranks Third Extending their long and well-earned reputation for scientific excellence, Science Olympiad teams from all three secondary schools once again dominated during this year’s competition season. Earlier this year, Ward Melville High School’s and P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s varsity teams were ranked first during their regional competitions and R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s team ranked second, earning all three teams the chance to compete at the New York State Science Olympiad Competition in Syracuse this April. Surrounded by hundreds of the state’s top science-minded students, Three Village students once again demonstrated their scientific prowess and maintained their reputation for achieving excellence. At the state competition, both Ward Melville’s and Gelinas’ teams placed first and R.C. Murphy’s team came in third. As first-place finishers, Ward Melville and Gelinas have qualified to compete at the national tournament in Ohio this May. This year, 51 teams from across New York competed in Ward Melville’s Division C and 35 in Gelinas’ and Murphy’s Division B. During the competition, these top-ranking state teams competed in 25 diverse events, including anatomy, crime busters, mousetrap vehicle, helicopter, and rocks and minerals. Medals were awarded to the top six teams in each event. In the past three years, Ward Melville’s team has been ranked second in the state contest and 14th (2010), 18th (2011) and 16th (2012) in the National Science Olympiad Competition. Gelinas’ team has been ranked state champions four times and qualified for the national competition in 2003 as well as each year from 2005-2012. Murphy has advanced to the state competition for the last seven years and has ranked among the top three teams at states for the last five years. The Science Olympiad competition engages students in a variety of events covering higher-level science topics and ranks their performance on a decreasing scale, making lower combined totals more desirable. Topics often span such subjects as physics, chemistry, earth science, biology and technology. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153296 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153296 A ‘Sunny’ Day for a Stranded Seal With the help of the Riverhead Foundation for Marine Research and Preservation’s Adoption Program, Setauket Elementary School kindergartners had the chance to enhance their studies on mammals when they adopted a local seal in need. Stranded on the beach of Fire Island’s Cherry Grove, the young seal was rescued by local residents and transported to the Riverhead recovery center for rehabilitation. “As part of the kindergarten curriculum, the students learn about mammals, animal habitats and various degrees of animal adaptations, and this grade-level project provided them with a tangible way to understand those concepts,” explained kindergarten teacher Kim Shaughnessy, who with her family has been adopting seals from the foundation since 2008. Since the adoption of their seal, which the students voted to call “Sunny,” the classes have been completing multidisciplinary projects about the species. For example, using a stuffed seal, one class went on weekend adventures with their stuffed Sunny and journaled about their travels in a class workbook. To further understand why blubber is important to mammals, several teachers created a simulation station that students could visit during science class to experience how a glove covered in “blubber” protects their hands from feeling the coldness of ice water. Tapping into the school’s technology, the students were able to observe Sunny in her new habitat through video cameras set up in her recovery area. To express the foundation’s appreciation for the kindergartners’ efforts, educational volunteer Steven Abbondondelo recently visited each class to present the students with Sunny’s adoption certificate and bookmarks created by the foundation’s workers. During the visit, the classes read aloud a fictional story about a seal in a situation similar to Sunny’s, had the chance to ask questions about their “class pet” and presented Mr. Abbondondelo with several boxes of supplies they had collected for the foundation’s hospital. The students were happy to learn that Sunny is expected to be released back into the Long Island Sound in neighboring Port Jefferson at the end of April – a release that they will have the chance to attend with their families. The students will be able to continue to learn about their adopted seal, as she will be released with a tracking device attached to her skin. Primary funding for this project came from a Three Village Educational Foundation mini-grant. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153297 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153297 Lessons in Chemistry As part of a partnership between the Three Village School District and Stony Brook University, sixth-graders and IG program fifth-graders at W.S. Mount Elementary School had the chance to get an up-close look at complex chemistry concepts when they received a visit from Stony Brook chemistry majors. Working in small groups, the elementary schoolers rotated through a series of demonstration stations that focused on topics such as polymers, reactions with catalysts, and luminescence and density. They received a brief overview of the topic at each station and were able to witness an experiment that visually depicted the sophisticated subject matter. For example, the students helped create a long chain of polymers using a blue substance and watched as the polymer connection found in a Styrofoam cup was broken. They learned about different levels of density when liquids with different properties were poured gently into a common container and remained separated to create a density column. With only warm water being used, they observed the solid-to-liquid transformation of gallium, a metal that melts at a relatively low temperature point. They saw a catalyst reaction occur when Mentos candy was combined with soda, and got a firsthand look at how hydrogen peroxide decomposes when exposed to yeast. By studying water lock technology – in particular sodium polyacrylate – the students even learned the answer to a question many parents have: why a baby’s diaper will not work properly when submerged in the ocean. “Having the Stony Brook University chemistry students conduct experiments with Mount elementary students was an invaluable opportunity,” stated principal Dr. Nathalie Lilavois. “Our students were highly engaged and really asked critical questions. The Stony Brook students were great at having our students think about the experiments and try to answer their own questions. We hope to continue building this strong partnership with the university.” The college students visited Mount as part of their American Chemical Society Chapter’s community outreach program, sponsored by an innovative activities grant. Prior to their visit, they had designed the demonstrations with the goal of appealing to their younger peers’ interests. Speaking to the benefits of understanding chemistry concepts, a main drive of their initiative, senior and lead representative Christopher Rooney noted, “Once you understand the basics, chemistry is really a matter of puzzle-solving. We are always looking to find out what will happen and why something occurred. That type of skill is one that students can apply to a variety of areas.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153298 Tue, 16 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153298 6th Annual 5K Run/Walk Health and Wellness Fair - April 20, 2013 Contractor's for Kids and the Three Village School District will hold the annual event on Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Murphy Junior High School. Pleaseclick herefor registration, sponsorship and event information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154099 Sat, 13 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154099 Assessment Opt-Out Requests A recent article in Newsday has led to some parent inquiries regarding children being allowed to “opt-out” of state standardized tests. The law nor New York State Education Commissioner’s Regulations provide any legal right or mechanism for students or districts to opt-out of required state assessments. There are potential consequences for students and districts that fail to participate in state testing. In accordance with the federal No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB), New York State requires each district to have 95 percent of a school, as well as its subgroups. If a district does not meet this threshold, it will not make Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) and its Title I funding and accountability status would be threatened. While the frequency of testing of students is recognized, it would not be to the students’ advantage to miss or refuse to take the assessments. The data from these assessments is used to determine enrollment and promotion in grade levels or programs. If a student sits for the test and refuses to take any or all of the portions of the assessment, his/her test will be coded as not tested which would not benefit the child or the school. We want to avoid creating any fear or anxiety for students that are taking these tests. We ask that parents speak to their children and alleviate their concerns and encourage them to do their best on the assessments. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s building principal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153291 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153291 An Immortal Legacy Sparks Insightful Conversations Through a collaborative partnership between the Three Village Central School District and Stony Brook University, 60 Ward Melville High School students joined more than 200 peers from several diverse Long Island high schools for a daylong conference founded in literacy and rich in educational benefits. The Living Book Project was an interdisciplinary experience that brought high school students together to learn, share ideas and collectively reflect on Rebecca Skloot’s New York Times bestseller “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.” Ms. Lacks’ story began more than 60 years ago when her cancer cells were harvested without her knowledge; these cells, now known as HeLa cells, have become one of the most important tools in modern medicine, vital for genome research, progress in the field of in vitro fertilization, cloning and vaccine development. The book challenged readers to broaden their thinking on subjects such as bioethics, literacy, history, sociology, race and social class in America, cultural diversity, ethics and patients’ rights. Each attendee was provided with a copy of the book prior to the event and asked to complete it by the date of the program. Elizabeth Kelso, event organizer and English teacher at Ward Melville High School, conceived the idea of the Living Book Project after learning of a similar program at a school in which all students were involved in a daylong experience centered on a shared story. “I wanted to broaden students’ reading experiences beyond the classroom,” she stated. “This meant not only hearing others’ stories but also following the trajectories that those stories offer us as readers. Today students can look at the cells they read about. They can talk to a physician about access to health care and hear firsthand how economics, race and literacy shape those experiences.” Speaking to the multidisciplinary aspects of the day, she noted, “Today we have Jennifer Trettner’s Ward Melville High School art students who read the book and painted illustrations of Lacks’ story. We have Mark Portugal’s music students who performed the songs of her day. We have students talking about health literacy, medical privacy and journalistic research, among many other vibrant topics this story evokes. Today this book has become multisensory and lives in three dimensions.” The event commenced with a reader’s theater performance on the book, written by Lauren Kaushansky, another event organizer. Ms. Kaushansky’s rendering of the story offered students a way to revisit the issues and people they first encountered in the book. Throughout the day, students were encouraged to meet and interact with students from different districts. An icebreaker was followed by a series of workshops in which students considered issues centered on science and medicine, patient and family rights and writers and stories. By the end of the day, students came together to reflect on their experiences. Their reflections culminated with a student-led performance, followed by an audiovisual presentation created throughout the day by Kaleidoscope students and guided by teacher and club adviser Jessica DiIorio. "It was interesting to hear everyone's different take on the same book,” commented Ward Melville senior Frankie Gattuso. “Since some students read it as part of a class, it was evident how that particular class affected the way they read it and their point of view.” The program met new Common Core goals in an innovative way. Ward Melville students found themselves considering science in the art course, narrative in the biology course and ethics in the English classroom. Over 50 Stony Brook University students also played an important role throughout the day. The Women in Science and Engineering Program, directed by event organizer Carrie-Ann Miller, committed a semester internship to supporting the program. WISE students ran workshops and facilitated student groups, and a few even took to the stage. Pre-service English teachers enrolled in Stony Brook University’s Professional Education Program and their professors Ken Linblom and Patty Dunn also supported the program by volunteering throughout the day. In addition to Ward Melville students and faculty, student outreach programs including HOPE: Health Occupation Partnerships for Excellence; HCOP: Health Careers Opportunity Program; WISE: Women in Science Education; RISE: Reinforcing & Improving Student Experiences Mentorship Program; and SNMA: Student National Medical Association, as well as students from Amityville, Brentwood, Central Islip, Longwood, Riverhead, William Floyd and Wyandanch, took part in the event. Emphasizing the global benefits of such a program, event organizer Dr. Aldustus Jordan stated, “Research points to the fact that when alternatively thinking individuals are brought together for a common purpose, their disparities – social, economic, racial – fall to the side and they are then are able to communicate on an equal level. Today’s event focused on doing just that – dedicating these students’ collective energy toward discussing themes that are often difficult in most settings.” Building upon Dr. Jordan’s statements, fellow event organizer and Three Village Board of Education trustee Susanne Mendelson added, “It was our goal to give students in Suffolk County the chance to look through the college lens and embrace their diversities, and to step out from their comfort zones, all with the goal of having an educationally enriching experience.” Primary funding for the Living Book Project was provided by the Presidential Diversity mini-grant SEED: Students Empowered by Embracing Diversity, obtained by Dr. Jordan and Ms. Mendelson. The SEED grant aims to create opportunities for students to engage with peers from public schools throughout Suffolk County and with Stony Brook University teachers and faculty. The primary aim of SEED is to provide students from underrepresented minority school districts and high-performing school districts with opportunities to explore their diversity while working toward a common and purposeful goal. There were no direct costs to the participating school districts or the individual students. Transportation to and from the event, books, supplies, a continental breakfast and lunch, along with any other amenities, were provided and paid for through the SEED grant and the generous contributions of the community and university partners. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153290 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153290 Teacher Becomes Published Author Article Focuses on Social Media Use in the Classroom An innovative teaching practice implemented in the ninth-grade studio art class at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School is the focal point for an article created by teacher Mike Sacco and printed in the April edition of School Arts Magazine, an educational publication read worldwide. The piece, “Social Media and the Visual Journal,” focuses on Mr. Sacco’s use of social media in the one-semester art course as a vehicle to promote students’ artistic experimentation and creativity. The article provides readers with a clear understanding of Mr. Sacco’s unique and inventive use of technology as a teaching tool in the classroom. Speaking to the Visual Journal Project that he does with his class, Mr. Sacco discusses how he implements a Studio Art Blog on which students are able to view and identify design goals addressed by different artists. Within the article, Mr. Sacco also focuses on the implementation of Voice Thread, an online assessment and critique tool where students use recordings, video and the written word to discuss the work of their peers. Graphically supporting Mr. Sacco’s article are class projects completed by former Gelinas students Emily Haliotis and Olivia Nelson, who are now in 10th grade at Ward Melville High School. Addressing the value of implementing such technologies, Mr. Sacco stated, “I think it’s important for us as teachers to get into our students’ heads and see the world as they see it.” Instead of lamenting the time students spending on their various devices, we can use technology as teaching tools to enhance traditional pedagogical processes.” To see a copy of Mr. Sacco’s article, please visit the link: http://www.schoolartsdigital.com/schoolarts/201304/?pg=28&pm=2&u1=friend http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153284 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153284 An Outlet for Science Exploration From topics focused on social sciences to those surrounding concepts such as gravity, the formation of crystals and even the groundwater quality on Long Island, R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh- through ninth-grade science research class students showcased their vast knowledge during this year’s first ever Science Awareness Day. Working in teams or on individual projects since early February, close to 100 entrants completed nearly 70 projects based on topics of interest to them. Before panels of judges from the science education programs at Stony Brook University and St. Joseph’s College, and school teachers, the students presented data based on their research or experiment-based projects and received immediate feedback. “These students are already very inclined to learn about science so it seemed only fitting that we provide them with an outlet to conduct original research,” said Dawn Nachtigall, a science teacher and program coordinator at R.C. Murphy. “It is our hope that today’s event will germinate a seed of knowledge and interest that will bloom in the future, especially as they enter high school and can continue in the district’s research program.” In addition to the in-school presentations that the students made before the panel, they had the chance to share their research with friends and family members during an evening Science Awareness event. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153285 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153285 Athletes Extend Helping Hands Ward Melville High School’s student-athletes bring pride to their community not only through their athletic achievements on the court but also their philanthropic undertakings in the community. Most recently, the Peer Athletic Council Team, a course that meets throughout the year on alternating days with physical education under the direction of Shannon Watson, collected more than 50 shopping bags of personal care items for the St. James Food Pantry. In addition to the drive, PACT members created more than 20 blankets for soldiers serving in Afghanistan. Physical education students from throughout Ward Melville came together to take part in the annual handball tournament. Under the direction of teaching assistants, more than 10 teams participated in this year’s event, which raised more than $200 for student health and physical education senior scholarships. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153286 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153286 Packed Audience at Poetry Jam P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s fifth annual poetry jam was an overwhelming success, with more than 200 students, parents and staff members in attendance, as well as 35 seventh- through ninth-grade student performers and several staff participants. During the event, which was hosted by the English department with assistance from the home and careers and music departments, seventh-graders and emcees Veronica Buhler, Liv Halvorsen and Naila Masom kept the crowd engaged as the talented poets recited original and familiar pieces. In addition to enjoying warm refreshments prepared by the Home and Careers Club, the attendees also were treated to intermittent musical performances by the school’s jazz musicians. Some program highlights included ninth-graders Sage Beasley, Megan Patton and Emily Winston performing Shakespeare’s sonnet “Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer’s Day?” while dressed in authentic clothing from the time period, as well as performing Elizabethan music on the flute; ninth-grader Jeffrey Michel’s 3-D virtual tour of Shakespeare’s Globe Theater, which he created and projected onto a large screen for the audience; and enthusiastic readings by English teachers Joanna Cadolino, Doug Elliot, Jackie Shaw and Christina Wesnofske. While admittance to the event was free, attendees had the chance to help collect funds for Save-A-Pet in Port Jefferson by purchasing homemade dog biscuits. More than $168 was raised as part of the effort. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153287 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153287 Connecting to Field of Architecture As a part of a multidisciplinary study, third-grade students at Minnesauke Elementary School learned a great deal about college and career readiness when architect Mr. Jesperson visited their classes in the library. Prior to his visit, librarian Nicole Connelly and classroom teacher Ken Hall collaborated to design a lesson that linked informational text about various types of homes throughout the world to the natural resources students learned about in class. Students made observations about images of homes including chalets, Venetian homes, white houses and cave dwellings. They then read about the homes, using excerpts from one of the new e-books in Destiny, the school’s online library system, and made connections between the natural environment and materials used to build the homes. During his visit, Mr. Jesperson spoke with the third-graders in Mr. Hall’s and Todd Arnesen’s class about the skills and education required to become an architect as well as the various educational paths architects take. Mr. Jesperson discussed how architects require skills in both the arts and sciences, points he reinforced when he shared several architectural drawings with students. One of the plans students had the opportunity to explore was for a 14,000–square-foot home in Wainscott, N.Y. Another artifact Mr. Jesperson shared was the architectural plan for a large garage, for which he had painted a background for the homeowner to “see” the finished product. Students were fascinated to learn that painting was such an integral part of a profession that requires such advanced math and engineering skills. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153288 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153288 Annual Spring Into Art Show – April 27th http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153289 Mon, 08 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153289 P.J. Gelinas Presents "The Music Man" P.J. Gelinas Presents "The Music Man" April 11, 12, 13 at 7PM and April 13 at 12:30PM Box Office: 730-4789 Tickets: $10.00 each Please click here for official poster http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154120 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154120 Getting a Voice During Annual Town Hall Working to fulfill their motto “Murphy, A Place Where ALL Kids Belong,” R.C. Murphy Junior High School students, staff and faculty came together to celebrate their collective unique qualities during this year’s Town Hall event. The annual program provides an opportunity for the entire school community to come together to strengthen the fabric of their school culture in order to foster a deeper level of acceptance and understanding. Keeping with their character education program “Get a Voice,” and in tandem with the district’s Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports initiative and the state-mandated Dignity for All Students Act, this year’s event focused on ways to identify the differences between being a bully and being mean, as well as the many different outlets for these actions to take place. Special guest and former “American Idol” contestant Leah Laurenti performed the program’s “Get a Voice” theme song before several staff and students took to the microphone to share poems and skits surrounding the program’s theme. “We hope that each of the students here today leaves with a clear understanding of what it means to have pride and to be an upstander – two very important parts of our school’s anti-bullying program,” stated Debbi Rakowsky, school social worker and PBIS committee member. “Through the skits and personal stories shared, we also hope that they walk away inspired to continue to create unity in the building and promote tolerance and acceptance for all.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154118 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154118 Students Make Donation to Local Heritage Center As a result of two fundraising initiatives, the student government at R.C. Murphy Junior High School in the Three Village Central School District collected $1,500 to be donated to a charity of their choice. After collectively deciding to apply the donation to a local organization, the students quickly opted for the Ward Melville Heritage Organization, as they were aware of the organization’s need to refurbish the Marine Conservation Center as a result of Hurricane Sandy. Just before the school’s spring break, Gloria Rocchio, president of Ward Melville Heritage, visited with the students and graciously accepted their donation along with a matching donation by Peter Pitsiokos, chief operating officer of Gyrodyne. In addition to learning about the students’ philanthropic efforts, the guests took the opportunity to discuss the history of the conservation center, its purpose and its namesake, as well as the role that Robert C. Murphy played in convincing Ward Melville to acquire the property that the center sits on. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154119 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154119 A Rational Celebration of an Irrational Number In celebration of the widely recognized Pi Day, Three Village Central School District students marked the school day with math-themed activities. Advanced Placement Statistics and BC Calculus students at Ward Melville High School participated in an experiment designed to estimate the value of Pi by conducting a simulation known as Buffon’s Needle Problem. The original question, posed by Comte de Buffon in the 18th century, tried to determine the probability of a needle, when dropped, crossing two parallel strips of wood making up a floor. The problem was modified so that the AP Statistics students could conduct the simulation and use their data to produce a confidence interval to estimate the probability of a toothpick (needle) crossing a line. The BC Calculus students worked to discover a formula that related Pi to the probability of a toothpick crossing a line. Together, students were able to come up with intervals that estimated the value of Pi. W.S. Mount Elementary School’s fifth-grade enrichment class (coincidentally called Pi) celebrated the irrational number sequence through a series of activities. The students took measurements of the circumference and diameter of various cylindrical containers to discover that the ratio of circumference to diameter was equivalent to Pi. The students also figured out that a person’s hat size is the circumference of their head in inches divided by Pi, and, using an online search engine, discovered the number sequence that makes up their birthdate within the infinite numbers after the decimal in Pi. Both the high school and fifth-grade students concluded their celebrations with Pi-themed snacks. Mount students had gluten-free cupcakes donated by a parent decorated with the digits of Pi, and the high school dished out pieces of different pies. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153292 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153292 Juniors Granted Fellowships to Simons Summer Research Program As a result of a comprehensive application process, Ward Melville High School juniors Luran He, Harrison Li and Alan Wei have been selected as recipients of fellowships through the Simons Summer Research Program at Stony Brook University. These students, each of whom is part of Ward Melville’s student research program InSTAR, will be working on novel research at Stony Brook labs throughout the summer, culminating in a symposium presentation, and will each receive a $1,000 stipend. Only about 14 percent of all applicants are accepted into the Simons Program, a program that only allows for three applications to be made per school. According to Stony Brook University’s website, the Simons Program gives academically talented, motivated high school students between their junior and senior years the opportunity to engage in hands-on research in science, math or engineering at Stony Brook University. Simons Fellows work with distinguished faculty mentors, learn laboratory techniques and tools, become part of active research teams and experience life at a research university. Established in 1984, the Simons Summer Research Fellowship Program is supported by the Simons Foundation and individual faculty grants. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153293 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153293 Ward Melville Juniors Named Winners at LI Youth Summit Ward Melville High School juniors Eric Hu and Eric Zhang were among the nearly 300 top Long Island high school students to participate in the 4th Annual Long Island Youth Summit at Dowling College. As participants of the Summit, the two were chosen to present their collective essay that discussed a possible solution to a topical problem Long Islanders face. The students’ original research project focused on the impact of Hurricane Sandy, in particular addressing the need for short- and long-term planning in the event of such a future weather occurrence, the need for increased communication, alternative energy sources and the effects of global warming. At the end of the program, the students were named one of the Best Project winners in the category of the “Impact of Hurricane Sandy” and were presented with Dowling scholarships. Along with sharing their project, the students also had the chance to work with top experts to explore solutions for Long Island, taking part in some of the program’s nine topical workshops that covered environmental, socio-medical and community issues. They also heard from keynote speaker Donald Monti, president and CEO of Renaissance Downtowns. Mr. Monti spoke to students about the importance of becoming leaders and being active in building the social and economic future of Long Island through investment in Smart Growth-type planning, as well as building communities that will allow for economic growth and environmental preservation. The Summit is a public-private partnership between Dowling College, the North Shore-LIJ Health System, Citizens Campaign for the Environment, Vision Long Island and participating high school districts on Long Island, with students from 21 school districts in both Suffolk and Nassau counties submitting original research projects to the Summit Winner Selection Committee. On the day of the conference, winners received awards in every Summit topical category. In addition, students received awards for best science research paper, best original video, best original art, best original photo art, and the overall top prize of Best Project. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153294 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false153294 2013 Parenting Workshop Series http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154117 Tue, 26 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154117 Puberty Education Program Meeting April 2nd Parent/Guardian Puberty Education Meeting Minnesauke Elementary School – Auditorium Tuesday, April 2, 2013 @ 7:00 p.m. Click for information letter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154115 Mon, 25 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154115 ‘Perks’ of Tweeting an Author As part of the Contemporary Issues in Literature class, Ward Melville High School students are able to delve into various literary works on deep and thought-provoking levels during the span of the half-year course. From best-sellers to newly released books, the course curriculum generally covers four to five books and following the study of each the students complete reflective projects, including writing and artistic pieces. Perhaps more significant than the assignments completed in the class are the connections that the students regularly have with the books they are reading. Class teacher Terri Etheridge noted that over the seven-year run of the program, countless students have made personal connections to the pieces read; only recently, however, did that connection result in a memorable interaction with one of the authors. Following their study of the widely famous “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” senior Emma Lemanski tweeted author Stephen Chbosky via the social networking site Twitter to thank him for his captivating story, and to her surprise was retweeted by Mr. Chbosky only moments later. “I had never connected with a story like this before,” stated Emma, who went on to note that she never expected to hear from Mr. Chbosky but felt compelled to thank him for writing such a rich story. “One of the main characters really spoke to me on a personal level, so making the connection to the author was a really amazing experience.” After the initial Twitter connection with Emma, Mr. Chbosky reached out to Ms. Etheridge directly to learn more about the class’ work with the book and to thank her for making it a part of the curriculum. When completed, Ms. Etheridge will be sending Mr. Chbosky copies of the class’ projects in an effort to further demonstrate the ways in which it has inspired them, and in hopes that future connections with him will be possible. “Each year, the students really embrace this book,” said Ms. Etheridge. “It is the type of book that even my more reluctant readers are captivated by, so having the author take an interest in their work was truly exciting for the whole class.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154112 Sun, 24 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154112 Becoming Published Authors Fifteen R.C. Murphy Junior High School seventh-graders from Catherine Duffy’s English class will become published authors in late April, as their innovative work will be included in the Kidsday section of Long Island’s Newsday. For their contributions, the students have been working with Ms. Duffy on several original articles and were afforded the chance to polish their interviewing skills when they met with several locally and nationally recognized celebrities. The students’ April 28th debut will feature an interview with Carly Rose Sonenclar, last year’s runner-up in the “X Factor” competition, and a behind-the-scenes look at the WBLI Morning Show and the Broadway show “Matilda.” Additional pieces will feature the school’s Cabaret Night, See-Port Deli’s locally famous Boone Sandwich, reviews on several books and movies, and much more. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154113 Sun, 24 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154113 Continuing the Legacy Three Village JHS Science Olympiad Teams Head to States Extending their long and well-earned reputation for scientific excellence, Science Olympiad teams from both P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools in the Three Village Central School District will be advancing to the coveted state level of the Science Olympiad competition in Syracuse this April. The two teams dominated the competition at the Eastern Long Island Regional Tournament held in mid-March at Candlewood Middle School, where Gelinas placed first and Murphy second out of 36 teams, earning them both a spot in the next round of the contest. “It is a privilege for me to work with such talented, motivated and enthusiastic students in the Science Olympiad program,” stated Gary Vorwald, Gelinas team coach. “One of the reasons for our success is the amount of time that these students devote to preparing for the tournaments, and their dedication to each other. Our more experienced members mentor their newer teammates and even our alumni come back from the high school to help mentor our team. The students come to practice during vacations and on Saturdays to improve their skills. This dedication and work ethic, as well as holding high standards, has helped Gelinas achieve such success.” Both junior high schools entered the competition, with more than 70 student participants comprising a total of eight teams. During the contest, the students competed in a range of 16 events spanning such science topics as anatomy, crime busters, and rocks and minerals. With a record-breaking low score of 35, Gelinas’ ‘varsity’ team placed first in the contest. Rounding out the competition, the remainder of Gelinas’ teams placed third, fourth, fifth and sixth, while Murphy’s teams placed second, seventh and 10th. In total, the Three Village teams were ranked in eight of the top 10 team slots. “I couldn’t be prouder of the students’ hard work and determination,” stated Sue McGuire, who along with Derek Angermaier and Jackie Stigert coaches the Murphy students. “They have put a tremendous amount of time and energy into their studies and are much deserving of the recognition they have received.” Gelinas’ team has been ranked state champions four times (2006-2008 and in 2010) and qualified for the national competition in 2003 and each year from 2005-2012. Murphy has advanced to the state competition the last seven years and has ranked among the top three teams the last five years at states. The focus of the Science Olympiads is to promote excitement and enthusiasm in science through annual regional, state and national competitions. Frequently, preparation for these events provides enrichment well beyond the traditional science curriculum. Students work cooperatively with their peers while learning science technology skills. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154114 Sun, 24 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154114 Shedding Hair for a Worthy Cause Ward Melville HS Organizes St. Baldrick’s Event Ward Melville High School’s Peer Athletic Council Team will be hosting a St. Baldrick’s event on Friday, April 5, from 6-9 p.m., in the high school gymnasium in an effort to help raise funds for childhood cancer research and awareness. PACT invites anyone interested in helping this cause to join the festivities and celebrate these young heroes with music, food and exciting activities for all ages. Those willing to brave the buzzer will have the opportunity to shave their head in support of this noble charity, and anyone looking to help this worthy cause can make a monetary donation. More details about the event will be posted on the district website, www.threevillagecsd.org, as they become available. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154106 Sun, 24 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154106 Ward Melville Student Creates Playable Instrument on 3-D Printer Ward Melville High School senior Maria Scutari combined her love for music with her technological and scientific prowess to design and create a pendant ocarina using the technology department’s Inventor software and the school’s 3-D printer. The ocarina is a small wind instrument in the genre of vessel flutes that typically is formed by an enclosed space with four to 12 finger holes and a mouthpiece that projects from the body. Under the direction of technology teacher John Williams and members of the school’s physics department, and in consultation with Dr. Thomas Butcher, mechanical engineer and head of the Energy Resources Division at Brookhaven National Laboratory, Maria created the instrument in part based on specific calculations she determined using the Helmholtz Resonator formula and her knowledge of the instrument itself. “I have been working on applying this formula to ocarinas since last summer,” noted Maria, who has been collecting these instruments since she was in elementary school and is able to play the unique device. After more than seven hours designing the small instrument, Maria’s original design of an ocarina that does not require tuning underwent several revisions. Ultimately she discovered that she needed to abandon the use of the Helmholtz formula because of her specific design. “Instead I decided that I would measure all of the variables of a real-life ocarina,” she explained, “and see if I could create a playable instrument based on what I learned from researching how ocarinas worked and using a 3-D printer.” Using a ruler, Maria measured the area of the finger holes, the sound hole, and the length, width and height of the windway, and used a graduated cylinder to measure the volume. “The fact that it plays tells me that what I understood about how the instrument works is true,” she commented. “Although, the end product didn’t play the note that I expected – it was two half-steps below what I anticipated.” While the work to create the product spanned the technology and science departments, the finished piece was used as her end-of-quarter project in her Advanced Placement Music Theory class, taught by Dr. Daniel Deutsch. As for her future work, Maria noted, “I plan on continuing to improve the design and hopefully print a newer model made of ceramic once I learn more about the correlation between the Helmholtz Resonator formula and the ocarina. However, if it doesn’t work out, I plan on making an ocarina with a tuning shaft, using the same idea. So even if the calculations are a little off, you will still be able to use the tuning shaft to account for the error and correct the pitch.” Upon graduating this June, Maria will be attending Stony Brook University, where she plans to study mechanical engineering. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154111 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154111 TELECOMMUNICATION ISSUE - March 21, 2013 A fiberopticline was cut outside the confines of our school district and we lost all external telecommunications services from approximately 7:45 am through 10:45 am this morning. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154109 Thu, 21 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154109 Special Board of Education Budget Meeting — Thurs., March 28, 7:00 p.m. at North Country The Board of Education will meet on Thursday, March 28th at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room at North Country to continue their discussion of the 2013-2014 school budget. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154110 Wed, 20 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154110 District Hosts Meeting to Discuss Future of Pi & IG Programs http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154108 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154108 Artists Named State Reflections Winners In recognition of their outstanding submissions, two W.S. Mount Elementary School students in the Three Village Central School District have been named New York State winners in the 2013 PTA Reflections Program. Following this year’s theme of “The Magic of a Moment,” fifth-grader Arielle Rohan and second-grader Sammi Feil submitted original works in the areas of film production and photography, respectively. Later this March, contest organizers will announce which state winners will be advancing to the national level of the contest. Arielle’s piece, which runs approximately 2-3 minutes, focuses on a young girl getting noticed in the world around her. She captured the film using the Video Star app on her iPad and set it to the Taylor Swift song “You Belong with Me.” Describing the subject matter of her film, Arielle stated, “It is about a young person needing to understand that they are special even if the world around them doesn’t notice that, and like the theme says, understanding the magic of a moment.” Sammi’s photo was of a grouping of monarch butterflies – yet ironically enough, not on the butterfly bush in her backyard. “That was the most I had ever seen,” she said of her subject. “There were babies and adult butterflies – it was really pretty cool.” A total of 372 students from schools throughout Suffolk County entered the Reflections competition. Out of those 372, only 127 advanced to the state level of judging, and of those submissions, a mere 29 were selected as state winners. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154104 Sun, 17 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154104 A Tasty Mathematical Treat Connecting with studies in math, English language arts and the school’s character education program Rachel’s Challenge, third-grade students in Kathryn Comiskey’s and Maureen MacDowell’s classes completed a tasty project. Working in teams, the students measured, poured and mixed batter for 40 loaves of Irish soda bread for the St. James Food Pantry, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. While whipping up their creations, the students were challenged with making equivalent measurements when one of the tools the recipe called for was removed. For instance, after the teachers removed the one-cup measuring tool from the tables, the students brainstormed to use either two one-half scoops or another denomination of equal value. Explaining that the classes are in the middle of their lessons on fractions, Ms. MacDowell commented, “This project really solidifies their understanding of equivalent fractions, as it enables them to visualize the problems and apply the lessons to a real-world situation.” Third-grader and avid baker Kelsey Sabel found that the task of fraction substitution proved to be no difficulty for her, stating, “I just thought about what we talked about in class and was able to quickly figure out how to still make the batter by the recipe.” The teachers baked the completed batter at home and worked with the students the following day to create personal cards to accompany each bread donation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154105 Sun, 17 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154105 Registration for Summer Recreation and Summer Travel Camp Now Available Please click here for brochures. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154107 Sun, 17 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154107 Elementary Report Cards Now Available in the Portal The second trimester report cards for all K-6 students are now viewable via the Campus Portal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154103 Fri, 15 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154103 Gambling with a Musical Favorite Dressed to impress, and filtering between sets depicting life in Manhattan and quaint cafes in Havana, Cuba during the early 1950s, more than 100 R.C. Murphy Junior High School students took to the school’s stage to perform in this year’s musical, “Guys and Dolls.” Set in a world filled with high-rolling gamblers, nightclub performers and dedicated Salvation Army missionaries, the classic play revolved around a bet made between characters Sky Masterson and Nathan Detroit and how, as a result, their lives changed. During their five-run engagement, which included one free dinner-theater event for local senior citizens and outpatients from Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, Murphy’s talented student-actors dazzled audiences with their brilliant voices, precise choreography and expressive acting. The students rehearsed since the fall with the help of director Anthony Pollera, production manager Brian Pickford and choreographer Lauren Horn, all district teachers who have become integral to the school’s annual productions. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154102 Thu, 14 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154102 Honored for Commitment In recognition of a high level of commitment to her volunteer position as trustee, Three Village Central School District Board of Education member Susanne A. Mendelson has earned the Board Mastery Award from the New York State School Boards Association. This third level of board achievement recognizes the extensive time and effort dedicated to continually expanding governance knowledge and skills through NYSSBA credit-earning activities and School Board U training opportunities. In honor of this recognition, Ms. Mendelson received a certificate, commemorative pad and lapel pin from NYSSBA. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154101 Wed, 13 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154101 TVTA Community Blood Drive - Tuesday, March 19, 2013 RC Murphy JH RC Murphy Junior High School Gymnasium 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154100 Tue, 12 Mar 2013 04:00:00 GMT false154100 Murphy JH Musical - Guys and Dolls - March 12-16, 2013 Tuesday, March 12 & Wednesday, March 13 at 6:30 pm Thursday - Saturday, March 14 - 16 at 7:30 pm Tickets $10 Please call 730-4831 for tickets Click herefor flyer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153857 Sun, 10 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153857 Sex Offender Notification March 6, 2013 Click here to read the notification letter. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=154098 Sat, 09 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT false154098 SCMEA Division II and III Update Information For students participating in SCMEA Division II and Division III on March 8th and March 9th…….please check the SCMEA website – http://www.scmea.org for further information and updates due to weather conditions.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153863 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153863 Emergency Weather Information for March 8, 2013 800x600 Emergency SchoolInformation: A 2-hour delayed opening will be conducted district wide. All schools will open 2 hours later than the regular time. All students should be at their usual bus stop exactly 2 hours later. The morning SACC program and all before-school programs are cancelled. Dismissals for all schools will be at their normal times. Staff should report one-half hour before the start of school, with the exception of Custodial and Food service workers. Custodial and Food service workers should report at their regularly scheduled time. 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The building’s entire first grade marked the momentous occasion by completing 100 acts of kindness – whether helping younger siblings, assisting with chores around the home or being “caught” as respectful bus riders, the students worked to perpetuate kindness. Each student detailed their kind act on a paper heart and proudly showcased their gesture on a grade-level bulletin board in the school. Additional classroom celebrations focused on reading stories centered around the number 100, various counting exercises, completing written and artistic assignments about what the students will be like at the age of 100, and fashioning projects made of 100 items. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153864 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153864 Spanning the World at SACC In a continuing effort to support district families, the Three Village Central School District has provided a quality before- and after-school childcare program for students in grades K-6 for the past 27 years. The School Aged Child Care program coordinated by the Office of School and Community Partnership under the direction of Catherine Taldone, is housed in each of the district’s elementary schools. The program is self-sustaining through tuition. As part of the program, enrolled students engage in educational and skill-developing activities. Most recently, Minnesauke Elementary School’s SACC students traveled the world as part of their “Passports Around the World” art show, completing crafts from 10 different countries including miniature wooden figures shaped to resemble the Queen’s Guard from Great Britain, replicas of France’s Eiffel Tower made of edible ingredients and colorful Faberge eggs from Russia. Each time the students completed a craft, they received a stamp in their “passports,” which they proudly displayed while touring the art exhibit showcasing the many different creations. “While working on the exhibit, each day the students arrived eager to find out what country we would be learning about,” said Marie Boettcher, Minnesauke’s SACC supervisor. “During SACC we work to engage students in educationally enriching experiences as well as provide after-school support for homework activities.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153866 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153866 Shooting Hoops with Professionals Drumming up excitement for the school’s upcoming head-to-head basketball tournament, Big J from the Harlem Wizards visited with students at Minnesauke Elementary School in the Three Village Central School District to speak about healthy eating and to demonstrate a few of the team’s famous basketball tricks. The community is invited to attend a fun-filled night of trick hoops and alley-oops on Tuesday, March 19th at 6:30 p.m. at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School to cheer on the Minnesauke AllSTARS. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153867 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153867 Under the Big Top Spinning plates, impressive acrobatics, skilled stilt and tightrope walkers and tricks with the Chinese yoyos, or diablos, were among the circus activities that the students at Minnesauke Elementary School learned when representatives from the National Circus Project visited the school to conduct workshops during physical education classes. During the weeklong unit, students in grades K-6 worked with the trained circus professionals and perfected the skills necessary to perform a number of circus tricks. As a conclusion to the school’s participation in the project, sixth-graders conducted an evening circus performance for their family and friends. The students took to the center ring and performed several of the tricks that they had learned, enthralling their proud audience and impressing them with the new skills they had learned. This is the 20th year that the school has provided this program with the assistance of the building’s PTA. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153865 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153865 CANCELLATION - Social Media and Online Safety Parent Workshop at Gelinas March 6, 2013 -The presenters of the Social Media and Online Safety Workshop have requested a rescheduling of the event. A rescheduled date will be announced shortly. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153856 Tue, 05 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153856 Science Olympiad Team Takes to States Looking to build upon their tradition of excellence, Ward Melville High School’s Science Olympiad team has once again qualified to compete at the state level of the national science contest. During this winter’s Eastern Long Island Regional Science tournament, Ward Melville’s varsity team was ranked first with a team score of 37, far out-beating their competitors, as the second-place team finished with a score of 103. The contest, which includes a variety of events covering higher-thinking science topics, ranks teams on a decreasing scale, making lower combined totals more desirable. “The success of these students is a clear reflection of their passion and continued drive,” stated teacher Stephen Malusa, who along with fellow teacher Mark Suesser coaches the team and receives help from other science and technology department educators. “Many of the team members were involved in Science Olympiad from an early age, having participated in the district’s junior high teams, and the experience they gained there has helped them dominate during both regional and state contests. I am very proud of each of them.” During the contests, teams compete in 18 of the program’s 24 events, which span such topics as physics, chemistry, earth science, biology and technology. At regionals, 65 students making up four teams represented Ward Melville. In addition to the varsity team’s first-place win, the remaining teams were ranked fourth, fifth, and 11th during the competition, and combined, all four teams received a total of 41 medals. From the regional contest, the top six teams are selected to advance to states; however, only one team from each school is eligible to move on – otherwise, three of the six teams representing Long Island would have been from Ward Melville. The focus of the Science Olympiads is to promote excitement and enthusiasm in science through annual regional, state and national competitions. Frequently, preparation for these events provides enrichment well beyond the traditional science curriculum. Students work cooperatively with their peers while learning science technology skills. In the past three years, Ward Melville’s team has been ranked second in the state contest and 14th (2010), 18th (2011) and 16th (2012) in the National Science Olympiad competitions. The following students will represent Ward Melville during the state Science Olympiad competition: Justin Cooper Niyati Desai* Alex Frenkel Gary Ge Rachel Gutman** Luran He Eidan Jacob Joanna Jin* Jessica Ju* Kim Koon* Daniil Lukin** Phoebe McAuliffe James Napoli Siavash Parkhideh Cathy Wang Tracy Wang Alan Wei Jake Welde* Sam Wu* Hannah Yen* Dan Yu Grace Zhang* Carolina Zheng *denotes alternate ** denotes team captain http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153861 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153861 Mission Complete! W.S. Mount Elementary School fifth-graders recently took a mental journey more than 70 years into the future to experience a space mission firsthand. During the live e-mission “Moon, Mars and Beyond,” the Three Village Central School District students made connections to their classroom math, language arts and science lessons as they helped NASA locate and rescue a lost spaceship that was orbiting one of the outer planets. During the videoconference, which was run with a flight director at Mission Control from the Challenger Learning Center at Wheeling Jesuit University, the students worked in five planet teams to analyze and compute answers to a variety of mathematical questions. By examining different variables and making predictions, including how much food, oxygen and water would be needed for the mission, the fifth-graders were able to successfully accomplish the rescue. In addition to tying into the school’s math and science curricula, the activity also allowed students to practice their reading skills, think critically and logically, and learn how to communicate effectively with teammates. “Today’s mission was a true complement to our classroom studies on the solar system,” stated teacher Linda Earls, who noted that in addition to reading about the subject, each student completed a project about one of the system’s planets. “The e-missions are wonderful hands-on opportunities in which the students can apply the material they read in their textbooks to a real-world event.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153862 Mon, 04 Mar 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153862 2013-2014 School Calendar Summary Click here to view the calendar page. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153855 Tue, 26 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153855 Gelinas Student Wins LI Spelling Bee Countless hours of preparation have paid off for Isabelle Scott, an eighth-grader at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School in the Three Village Central School District, when she correctly spelled the word “abatement” and took the title of Regional Spelling Bee Champion at the Long Island Regional Scripps Spelling Bee at Hofstra University. Isabelle will now head to the national spelling bee in Washington, D.C. later this year to compete against the top spellers nationwide. “I was not expecting this in the least,” admitted Isabelle, whose trick to correctly spelling words revolves around her ability to visualize them, a technique she learned from her father. “As the contest continued, it wasn’t necessarily the word choice that grew more difficult, but the way in which we had to spell the words. It would have been easy to make a mistake just by using a different spelling.” Gelinas English teacher and spelling bee liaison Joanna Cadolino describes her student Isabelle as “fantastic” and “stellar,” one who has a mature and sophisticated approach to language and writing. In preparation for the regional bee, Isabelle practiced the words in the bee’s study guide as well as different words from the dictionary with the help of her mother. For nationals, she plans to adjust her preparations by concentrating more on the word components and derivatives. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153858 Tue, 26 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153858 Poetry Workshop Conducted by Billy Lamont for all PJG 7th Grade Students On Thursday, February 14th, 7th graders welcomed local poet Billy Lamont to Gelinas Jr. High School. Lamont is an American poet with an avant-garde approach to writing, music, politics and performance art. Click here for entire story. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153854 Tue, 26 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153854 Location Change for March 5th BOE Meeting Please note, the Board of Education meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m. will now be held in the cafeteria at R.C. Murphy Junior High School. The meeting was originally scheduled to take place at the North Country Administrative Center. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153859 Tue, 26 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153859 District's Winter Newsletter Now Available Online http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153860 Mon, 25 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153860 Take Me Out to the Ball Game Setauket’s Advanced Band to Play at Citi Field For the second year in a row, Setauket Elementary School’s advanced band, under the direction of Rich Wiederman, has been chosen for an honor generally reserved for high school or college-level bands – the chance to perform “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the opening of a New York Mets baseball game. The close-to-100-member band will take to the baseball diamond at Citi Field on Sunday, June 16, 2013 during a home game against the Chicago Cubs. For its debut last spring, the band was selected for this coveted honor based on a rigorous selection process, which included a recording of the students performing. “I was very pleasantly surprised to have the band selected last year, and to have the honor for a second time is just amazing,” stated Mr. Wiederman, who noted that following last year’s performance, he was contacted by the Mets organization to schedule the band’s repeat performance. “They noted how impressed they were with the students and not only graciously extended an invitation to us to perform again, but also waived the audition process based on our track record.” The students’ performance will come just a week shy of the end of the school year, enabling many of the graduating band members to end their elementary music careers on a high note. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153853 Fri, 22 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153853 Winning Off the Court Ward Melville High School’s girls varsity tennis team not only completed the season with a winning record but also garnered one of the highest academic recognitions given to a team by the state. With the highest cumulative GPA of all girls varsity tennis teams in New York State, the Ward Melville Patriots were named the New York State 2012 Scholar-Athlete Team Champions by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association. “I am so proud of our girls varsity tennis team and their outstanding accomplishment,” stated Erin Blaney, district director of health, physical education, recreation and athletics. “They have earned the designation of having the highest GPA of all the girls varsity tennis teams in New York State, and the title of the New York State Scholar Athlete Champions. This award is evidence of the girls' dedication to pursuing academic excellence in the classroom as well as success on the courts. On behalf of the Three Village Central School District administration I congratulate the girls on this exemplary achievement.” The team, coached by Judy Martin, completed their fall season with a cumulative average of 98.523 percent, ranking first out of 276 teams, all of which maintained academic averages of more than 90 percent. According to school records, this is the second Ward Melville girls tennis team, and the eighth Ward Melville athletic team in the last 22 years since the award's inception, to achieve this distinction. Congratulations to the following students on contributing to this outstanding academic achievement: Samantha Cassidy Sylvia Chen Yaela Collins Sashika De Lanerolle Caitlin Falvey Megan Falvey Sabrina Ferretti Jayne Green Harley Kaiserman Deanna Lovler Gina Ma Grace Molino Sapna Nath Danielle Peterford Sahithi Reddy Alexis Rosett Rachel Rothstein Priya Samanta Lillian Steele Savannah Steele Allison Surgeary Cathy Wang Emily Winston Carolina Zheng http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153852 Thu, 21 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153852 FBLA Ranks in Regional Contest Ward Melville High School’s chapter of the Future Business Leaders of America has started this year’s competition circuit on a winning note, as several district students were ranked in the top three during written and speaking contests at the FBLA Regional Spring District Meeting at Molloy College in Rockville Centre. During the competition, Ward Melville’s astute business students competed against more than 300 peers from across Long Island and demonstrated their business prowess during a series of events. Students named winners in the contest’s speaking events will go on to represent Ward Melville and Suffolk County at the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Rochester this April, where they will compete in their events against other winners from throughout New York State. The district’s administration extends its deepest congratulations to the following students and wishes those advancing the best of luck at states: Written Events: Kriti Jindal 1st Place Intro. to Business Communications Rachael Mayrose 1st Place Business Procedures Sander Zhu 1st Place Intro. to Tech Concepts Matt Kaloroumakis 2nd Place Cyber Security Eric Wang 2nd Place Business Math Stephanie Chen 3rd Place Business Communications Speaking Events: Sandy Yin 1st Place Client Service Will Yoo 1st Place Public Speaking I Arezu Esmaili 2nd Place Job Interview Theo Gibbs 2nd Place Impromptu Speaking Ramya Rao 2nd Place Basic Decision Making Philipe Tarjan 3rd Place Public Speaking II http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153851 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153851 Special Delivery As part of their social studies curriculum, kindergarten students at Arrowhead Elementary School have been learning about the myriad of professionals who work in their community -- one group being the postal workers at the local post offices. To further their lessons on this topic, East Setauket Postmaster Frank Anzaldi visited each class to speak with the students about his important job and deputize each of the students as a junior postmaster. During their classroom lessons on the topic, the teachers guided the students through the letter-writing process -- from drafting the correspondence and learning about addresses to addressing an envelope and ultimately sorting and delivering the mail. Additionally, to begin an upcoming unit on money, the teachers spoke with the students about stamps, their importance and the various cost factors involved in mailing packages. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153846 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153846 The New Rabbit in Town As part of the Three Village Central School District's overarching PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) program, each building has implemented bullying prevention programs and initiatives aimed at changing the schools' culture. At Setauket Elementary School, the students and staff are working to implement the ROCKS (Responsible, Open-minded, Cooperative, Kind and Safe) behavioral program. To teach the students a bit more about this program and what each of the behavioral expectations look like in a variety of school settings, the building's PBIS team coordinated schoolwide assemblies. During the events, the team played a video that outlined each of the academic/social behavior expectation matrix items and spoke with the students about how they can demonstrate ROCKS behavior. As a special component to the program, the students also early discovered what the mascot would be for the new program -- a rabbit, which was selected by a narrow margin during a schoolwide voting contest. Setauket School extends a special thank you to parent Pat Blandino from Rubies Costume Shop for providing the life-sized ROCKS the Rabbit mascot. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153847 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153847 Creating Toys, Building Memories P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s Home and Careers Community Service Club has been busy sewing up something special this winter for the children at the Long Island Children’s Hospital in Stony Brook. Working together with the help of their adviser Janet Broadhurst, the students created several boxes full of stuffed animals, assorted toys and pillows for the local patients; in fact, they were able to create enough so that each child at the hospital was able to receive a warm and cuddly new toy in time for Valentine’s Day. “The students successfully applied the knowledge and skills they learned in their home and careers classes to put together these projects –” stated Ms. Broadhurst, “– not just cutting fabric and sewing, but cooperatively planning and working together to reach their goal. For the students, this provides a rewarding and fun service opportunity where they can make a difference in the life of a child. Along with the giving of these handmade toys go love, warm thoughts and comfort in caring.” When putting the finishing touches on her crafty creation, Jillian Shulder commented, “I wish I could be there to see the expression on the child’s face when they receive one of our stuffed animals.” Fellow classmate Samantha Monteleone added, “It feels so great to know that my love for sewing can make another child smile and be happy.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153848 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153848 Year of the Snake Throughout the year, district students are engaged in meaningful learning opportunities geared at fostering their understanding and appreciation for world cultures. In recognition of this year's Chinese New Year, kindergarten students at Arrowhead Elementary School celebrated the Year of the Snake with a cultural event that involved the help of their teachers. Leading up to the program, the students learned about the Chinese culture and customs and how to correctly pronounce "Gung Hay Fat Choy," as well as crafted Chinese dragon puppets, lanterns, paper snakes and a large dragon banner. Donning paper hats and their crafty creations, the students collectively rang in the new year during a grade-level celebration just prior to the turning of the calendar year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153849 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153849 Message from Superintendent of Schools Regarding Recent Snow Days "The scheduling challenges we have faced as a result of Super Storm Sandy and this past weekend's blizzard are truly unprecedented. The decisions we made with regard to closing our schools in the aftermath of these storms were always made in the best interest of our students' safety, but resulted in the loss of instructional time. As announced in early December, under our revised calendar plan, and since we have now used two snow days, school will be open on Monday, March 25. I recognize that this adjustment to the school calendar may create some inconvenience, however, I can I assure you that the decision was made after a thorough and exhaustive review process. The Board of Education and District Calendar Committee considered all options before making this decision. Our academic calendar is a tight one this year, as we have already taken away days surrounding our February break and Memorial Day holiday weekend. It is unfortunate, but we were simply left with very limited options for recovering the lost instructional time. I appreciate the community's understanding and support with regard to this topic." http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153844 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153844 School in session Wed. 2/13 Three Village Schools will open on a regular schedule tomorrow, Wed. February 13. We look forward to welcoming our students and staff back to school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153845 Tue, 12 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153845 Senior Named News 12 Scholar-Athlete Ward Melville High School senior and varsity fencing team captain Alexa Rohan was named the News 12/Capital One Scholar-Athlete for January. Alexa, who will be attending Stanford University in the fall, was chosen from among all Long Island athletes nominated for this honor. Selection as a News 12 Scholar-Athlete is not only based on a student’s athletic achievements, but also on his or her academic, leadership and community service accomplishments. Alexa is a three-time All-County and All-Long Island fencer who plans to attend this year’s Junior Olympics in Baltimore. She plans to pursue a degree in business or economics at Stanford. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153842 Mon, 11 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153842 Unlocking Creativity R.C. Murphy Students Named Gold Key Winner & Honorees Talented student writers Cameron Liquori, Noor Kamal and Jiayi Ruan of R.C. Murphy Junior High School have won regional recognition for their individual original literary works in the grade 7-12 Scholastic Writing Awards contest, an Alliance for Young Artists and Writers program. For her beautiful poem “Black Locks,” Noor was awarded the highest honor on the regional level, the Gold Key Award. This award is only presented to approximately 7-10 percent of all regional submissions. As a Gold Key-winning submission, Noor’s piece will now advance in the competition and be reviewed by published authors for consideration for further accolades. In addition to her Gold Key piece, Noor also received a Silver Key for a short story and an honorable mention for a flash fiction piece. Jiayi was named a Silver Key winner for her short story “A Scarlet Tale,” and Cameron received an Honorable Mention award for her short story “Death Is in the Air.” These students also helped to set a new school record. With three honorees in this year’s competition, this is one of the most impressive showings Murphy has had in the national competition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153843 Mon, 11 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153843 ** February 12 Board of Education Meeting Has Been Rescheduled For February 26 ** The Board of Education meeting scheduled for February 12 has been rescheduled for February 26, 2013 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153841 Mon, 11 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153841 ** Three Village CSD Schools closed Tuesday 2/12/13 ** 800x600 Emergency SchoolClosing Information: Due to inclement weather all schools and offices will be closed February 12, 2013. All before schooland after school activities are cancelled. 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IN THE WARD MELVILLE AUDITORIUM. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153850 Fri, 08 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153850 Early Dismissal Due to Storm - February 8, 2013 Schools will close early today following the schedule below: High School will dismiss at 12:00 pm PJ Gelinas and RC Murphy at 12:45 pm Minnesauke & Nassakeag at 1:35 pm Arrowhead, Mount and Setauket at 2:25 pm SACC is closed this afternoon. All Friday afternoon, evening, Saturday AND Sunday activities are cancelled. The 4 out-of-district athletic competitions scheduled for Sunday will take place. Student athletes will receive a message from their coach with details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153839 Fri, 08 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153839 The Arrow Bowl To gear up for the big game, Arrowhead Elementary School fourth-grade teachers put a football twist on their classroom lessons and coordinated an event they called “Super Friday.” Dressed in team colors, the students and staff members arrived to school the Friday before Super Bowl XLVII armed and ready to tackle any tough lesson that got in their way – and have a little spirited fun while doing so. With the school day divided into quarters, the students engaged in different learning activities that incorporated either the game or the geographic locations associated with the sport into the unit of study during four main blocks of time. During math, the students solved word problems based on taking a trip to the Super Bowl; in social studies, they matched the NFL teams with the cities they play for and took a virtual tour of the U.S. using Google Earth; for English, they took a “super” spelling test, replete with football and sports terms, and completed writing assignments following a variety of sports-themed prompts. Additionally, the students had the chance to take part in yard line trivia and mathematics competitions before ending the day with a talented halftime show. The program, which began with teacher Alex Gallagher, has become a tried and true Arrowhead tradition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153832 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153832 A Souper Week Nassakeag Elementary School’s student council members scored a winning touchdown for the local St. James and R.C. Murphy Junior High School food pantries, as they collected nonperishable canned goods during their “Souper Week” food drive. The event, which was coordinated the week leading up to this year’s Super Bowl XLVII, called for students and staff members to help stock the shelves of the local food pantries, with a fun play on the name of the big game. Several student council members are pictured here with adviser Adele Gibbons and some of their donations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153833 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153833 Minnesauke’s Shining STARS In keeping with the district’s commitment to providing character education learning opportunities for students and staff, as well as in compliance with the New York State Dignity for All Students Act, schools in the Three Village Central School District have begun implementing the PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) program. With the help of the school’s PBIS committee, which is coordinated by school social worker Leia Woodruff and teacher Christy Weiler, Minnesauke Elementary School sixth-grade students were invited to have a hand in defining the building’s individual bully-prevention program and identifying what positive traits are important for the students and staff to embody. Working in pairs or individually, the sixth-graders developed slogans for the program, and the winning piece – STARS – was selected for implementation. Students Denise Lai and Sahil Sangwan coined the acronym, which stands for Sharing, Trustworthiness, Acceptance, Respect and Service. To introduce the program, select sixth-graders, including Denise and Sahil, along with the PBIS committee coordinators, organized two in-school assembly programs. During the events, the students performed skits displaying what each of the traits looked like in typical daily interactions, and the coordinators spoke about how students who are “caught” being STARS will be recognized in the upcoming months. Teachers and other support personnel will have the chance to “report” STARS, and those individuals’ names will be written on paper stars to hang in the main office. Monthly nominated students will have the chance to have their behavior recognized during a lunchtime celebration with the principal. To support its implementation, and as a visual reminder of the school’s goal to be bully-free, each classroom has been equipped with supportive materials that further explain the STARS program. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153834 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153834 Careful Where You Sit WMHS Students Create Art from Rubbish Ward Melville High School student-artists are consistently pushing their creative boundaries as they work on various school-sponsored projects. This winter, several students took an artistic leap when they transformed items once regarded as trash into an imaginative creation. Taking discarded formal and informal chairs, the sculpture class of just over 20 students repurposed the common household items into decorative museum-quality pieces of art. Leading up to the end-of-semester project, teacher Jim Swierupski spent months collecting the chairs and urging his students to seek personal inspiration for their creations. “This has been a project that I have wanted to do for a while, but because of the number of chairs we would need, it required several months of preparation,” stated Mr. Swierupski, who with a strong background in ceramics seeks to inspire students to begin exploring the 3-D world of art. “At the core, this class is about problem-solving while using the various principles and elements of art. Students are able to explore movement and various materials in a new and exciting way.” With the scheduling setbacks caused by Hurricane Sandy, the class had only two weeks to complete their finished chairs – and from the beginning sketches, it was evident that each chair would take on a life of its own. “I mostly create items using wood, and I really enjoy carving, so I knew that I wanted to some how incorporate that into my project,” stated senior Max Reff, whose finished chair was one of the few functional pieces in the display but was not short on a level of craftsmanship. Drawing inspiration from his personal life, senior Dan McCaffrey used old bagels from the store where he works to create a bagel café chair with partner Alex Varrichio. Other chairs included handcrafted paper cranes, an intertwined bird’s nest, tall bamboo shoots and a scalloped ball pit-inspired “fun house” seat. Recognizing the high caliber of the projects, the local Smithtown Township Arts Council has elected to showcase one of the completed projects during its upcoming art show. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153835 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153835 An Appreciation for Culture Arrowhead Elementary School’s J.U.S.T.I.C.E. (Join Us Students Together in Creating Equality) Club has been working throughout the year to promote an understanding of world cultures and the need for equality for all people. To enhance their understanding of this diverse topic, each week the club has focused on learning about a different country, along with its culture, folklore and other region-specific information. Sharing a first-person perspective of such places as Egypt and Indonesia, or more specifically the Irian Jaya now known as New Guinea, club adviser and world traveler Christina Maffia has been proudly sharing pictures and artifacts collected during her personal trips. “As part of our discussions, we focus on developing a deeper understanding of the different people that make up our world, as well as the importance of being more tolerant and accepting of world cultures,” stated Ms. Maffia. “As I have visited the places of which we are speaking, I can share a bit more about the tribal people I have encountered and my firsthand experience of their traditional ways of life.” During the Indonesian presentation, Ms. Maffia spoke with the students about the Dani and Dayak tribes, and the students explored how their lives differ from the children in Borneo and New Guinea. After the presentation, the students had the chance to handle some of the artifacts Ms. Maffia was able to acquire, including bowls, tools and gifts from a shaman. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153836 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153836 Putting a Band-Aid on World Needs Band-Aids are not something that most Americans would define as coveted medical resources, and yet in far-away Kenya, these tiny objects are a high-priced treatment option. As diseases – in particular bloodborne ones like AIDS – run rampant through the region, sterile coverings are an important fixture in the everyday life of the Kenyan people, in particular the large population of homeless children. In recognition of these facts, the sixth-grade students at Nassakeag Elementary School in the Three Village Central School District coordinated a bandage collection drive they called the “Band-Aid Brigade” for schools and children in orphanages in Kenya. The idea was first started by teacher Susan Safranek, whose daughter Megan will be traveling to Meru, Kenya to volunteer for the second time with the Hope Children’s Fund this February. Thanks in large part to the sixth-graders’ efforts, when Megan leaves she will not only be traveling with a suitcase full of her personal belongings, but also a 50-pound suitcase chock-full of donated supplies for a local Kenyan orphanage. “I’ve been told that in Kenya, one Band-Aid can cost as much as $1, a notion that is just so foreign to us in the United States,” stated Ms. Safranek, who prior to the drive visited each sixth-grade class to speak about the mission and the needs of the Kenyan children. “Through the generosity of the Nassakeag sixth-grade students and school staff,” she added, “we have collected thousands of new supplies for the children of Kenya, which in essence is like donating thousands of dollars to this poverty-stricken area.” Enclosed with the school’s large medical supply donation will be a few Nassakeag Elementary School t-shirts, which the sixth-graders hope the Kenyan children will wear with smiles. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153837 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153837 Even Furry Friends Need a Hand P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students and staff members have engaged in a wide variety of community service efforts this year and coordinated several collection drives for those less fortunate, as well as for individuals affected by Hurricane Sandy. Recognizing that times of struggle are not only experienced by humans, four Gelinas eighth-graders rallied their peers together to coordinate a pet supply drive for the Little Shelter in the Hamptons, an establishment hit hard by the October hurricane. With the help of the school’s student government, eighth-graders Michele Miessmer, Sophia Rashidzada, Megan Varvaro and Aria Voli inspired Gelinas’ students and staff members to donate a countless number of pet supplies. From dog and cat food to beds, toys and cleaning supplies, the students received a tremendous outpouring of support for the initiative, which ran through the end of January. “In addition to the school drive, we also collected supplies outside of local pet stores and businesses,” said Michele. “It was truly inspiring to see how generous people can be. The four of us are big pet lovers, but even the least pet-friendly individuals contributed to the drive, which I think says a lot about how supportive our community is.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153838 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153838 Grades 7-12 Second Quarter Report Cards Are Now Available in the Portal Second quarter report cards are available in Campus Portal. Please note the Final Grades for any semester or single quarter course that has completed. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153831 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153831 Important Health Message Regarding 2 Cases of Pertussis Please click here for an important notice from the Suffolk County Department of Health regarding Setauket Elementary school. Please click here for an important notice from the Suffolk County Department of Heath regarding Gelinas Junior High school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153829 Tue, 29 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153829 It Only Takes One Mount Students Stand Up to Bullying As part of the district’s commitment to educate students about the dangers of bullying, students throughout the Three Village Central School District have been working to become bully prevention ambassadors and learning about how to stop bullying in their schools and community. As a part of this work, W.S. Mount Elementary School students received an in-depth look at this topic when “The Power of One” bullying prevention program visited the school. During the event, which was divided into a series of skits performed by actors, the students reviewed what a bully is, what can be done to combat bullying, and how each of them possesses the power to eliminate bullying when they report incidents to an adult. By wearing different masks to symbolize the three main components to a bullying process – green for the bully, purple for the target and yellow for bystanders – the actors and students demonstrated firsthand how bullying effects others and how important it is to do something when they witness acts of bullying. At the end of the program, the students raised their hands and recited the Power of One anti-bullying oath in unison. During class time, the students signed a poster that reiterated their commitment to create a bully-free school and community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153830 Mon, 28 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153830 Students Awarded for Participating in the National PTA Reflections Program Congratulations to the following students!! The following students are being acknowledged for their participation in the National PTA Reflections Program – January 2013 Awards of Excellence - Going to State Judging Kate Petterson - Arrowhead - Dance Choreography - 2nd grade Molly Danieli - Arrowhead - Film Production - 6th grade Isabella Ospitale - Arrowhead - Visual Arts - 3rd grade Sanjula Sighal - WMHS- Photography -12th grade Sammi Feil - Mount - Literature – 2nd grade Prisha Singhal - Mount - Photography - 3rd grade Sammi Feil - Mount - Photography – 2nd grade Arielle Rohan - Mount - Film Production – 5th grade Awards of Merit - Sawyer Meckley - Minnesauke - Literature - 1st grade http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153828 Mon, 28 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153828 Community Swim Registration - Monday, Feb. 4, 2013 at 6:00 pm Please click here for Swim Registration form. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153827 Mon, 28 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153827 An International Celebration In celebration of foreign language week at R.C. Murphy Junior High School in the Three Village Central School District, students participated in a wide range of multicultural and linguistic activities. Throughout the week, the school’s students participated in trivia and door-decorating contests, listened as international songs were played over the loudspeakers between class periods and made the morning announcements in a foreign language. The school’s National Foreign Language Honor Society members also conducted afterschool French, Italian and Spanish cooking classes for the district’s fifth- and sixth-graders, and visited with seniors at the Sunrise Assisted Living Center to teach them about the languages they were studying. During themed cooking classes, the students taught their younger peers some key phrases in the language of the day and helped them create crepes, cannoli and churros. “This week is always a wonderful way for the students to experience the languages they are studying in the classroom in a new and hands-on way,” stated Murphy foreign language chairperson Kerri Golini. “We received such positive feedback from the cooking classes and the visit to the senior center. The junior high students really enjoyed becoming the teacher for the afternoon and helping others develop an appreciation for the different world languages.” The week culminated in the school’s annual International Night, during which attendees sampled a variety of culinary dishes from around the world and enjoyed several live performances. The students concluded the night with a school dance. The district congratulates this year’s trivia contest winners, Emily Yuen and Carley McCulloch, as well as the students in Jessica Mottola’s classes, who won the door-decorating contest with their matador-themed creation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153824 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153824 Providing Post-Sandy Aid to Fellow Students Shortly after Superstorm Sandy devastated parts of Long Island and the East Coast, Ward Melville High School’s student government went into action. After contacting several school districts around Long Island and New York City to offer help, Ward Melville partnered with the Long Beach School District in Nassau County, which had suffered damages to two of its elementary schools and a middle school. With the help of the Three Village school community, Ward Melville collected new and used classroom supplies including books, backpacks, crayons, markers, computers, blankets and games. In total, the students filled more than 40 boxes with supplies. Early in the new year, student government representatives boarded a bus with adviser Cristina Amato and assistant adviser Annette Goldberg to deliver the collected items to Long Beach. Upon arrival, the students were greeted by Principal Michele Natali; Sean Hurley, Long Beach’s director of social studies; and social studies teacher Joseph Hoffman. The students were not only thanked for their contribution to the Long Beach School District’s recovery efforts, but were also given a first-hand look at the devastation the Long Beach community suffered as a result of Superstorm Sandy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153825 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153825 Embracing Dreams & Promoting Dignity Echoing the famous words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., P.J. Gelinas Junior High School seventh-graders took to the stage to participate in the building’s 15th annual “I Have a Dream” Oratory Contest. Discussing social issues, the desire to eradicate a variety of diseases and even several personal goals they have for their futures, each of the 19 orators eloquently delivered an address about how their dreams would make for a better world. Interspersing the speeches were several performances by the school’s chamber choir. Relating personal experience when broaching the subject of disease, orators Ashley Resnick and Abraham Hannigan spoke about how cancer and lupus have negatively impacted their lives and expressed their hopes for these medical conditions to no longer exist in the future. Student Connor Stafford spoke about the need for the country to diversify its energy sources, a concept that became more evident to him following the Long Island gasoline crisis that arose in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy. Touching upon social issues, one speaker addressed her concerns about the negatives of celebrity role models, while another student spoke about his desire to become a multilingual writer. This year’s contest winners were Julia Campanella (first), Benjamin Garcia (second) and Andi Sauer (third). On the same day, the entire school celebrated Dignity Day. Students were engaged in classroom lessons on diversity and fostering a sense of dignity, and staff members wore their new PBIS shirts that read “Be the Change You Want to See in the World.” In the library, the school’s English as a Second Language students hosted their annual “Passports Around the World” event. Classes were invited to visit the workshop and learn about the ESL students’ native countries, as well as sample a variety of food dishes from around the world. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153826 Sun, 27 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153826 Districtwide School Safety Plan Details regarding the district's school safety plan are included in the PDF posted below. This information will be permanently posted under the "Our District" tab. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153283 Tue, 22 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153283 Making Connections to the Past As part of the fourth-grade social studies curriculum, students in the Three Village School District learn about the culture of Native Americans and the early days of the United States. As an extension of their classroom studies, W.S. Mount Elementary School fourth-graders recently had the chance to experience what life was like for these early settlers when they participated in the hands-on cultural arts program “Journeys into American Indian Territory.” The program was a multi-day in-house field trip that focused specifically on Iroquois and Plains Indians, whose origin rests in New York. Throughout the program’s workshops, the students were engaged in a variety of educational opportunities. They listened as the presenters spoke firsthand about tribal traditions, including games, arts and crafts, and songs and dances. They also visited museum exhibits displaying a variety of Native American artifacts, including bows and arrows, period clothes worn before European contact, and a 4-foot-long longhouse. Additionally, the students learned about different aspects of the Iroquois government and the important roles animals played in the Native American lifestyle, and had the chance to create their own pinch clay pots. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153282 Sun, 20 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153282 Continuing Education Brochure Now Available for Spring 2013 Classes Pleaseclick here for the Spring 2013 brochure. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153281 Thu, 17 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153281 Student-Researchers Honored as Intel Semifinalists Months of hard work and dedication toward exploring complex research topics paid off for Ward Melville High School seniors Phoebe McAuliffe, Sanjula Singhal and Gloria Zheng, as this January they were named semifinalists in the coveted Intel Science Talent Search Competition. The students, each of whom is enrolled in the school’s InSTAR science research program, completed their projects alongside mentors on the Stony Brook University campus and had an interest in their topics prior to commencing their work. As semifinalists, the three students were each awarded a $1,000 scholarship (matching donations were also made to the Three Village School District) and the chance to advance to the next level of the competition. If named finalists, these students will compete for $1.25 million in potential awards during the final level of judging in Washington, D.C. this March. For her piece “Understanding the Connection Between Metabolism and the HPG Axis by Linking Kisspeptin to Akt and Mapping p110y in Female Mouse Brains,” Phoebe worked to learn more about the connection between obesity and fertility. “I’ve always been interested in leading a healthy lifestyle, the reasons behind obesity and, as a child conceived through IVF, the link between the two and fertility,” stated Phoebe. Sanjula’s project, “Novel Technology for Brand Protection and Anti-Counterfeiting Measures using DNA and Fluorophore,” worked to uncover a new, rapid anti-counterfeiting method. “This is such a prevalent topic in our society,” she noted, “and I would like to continue to work on this project in the future.” “The Potentiation of Human Glycine Receptor Channels in HEK-293 Cells by Sevoflurane” was the topic explored by Gloria, one that she described as very applicable and relatable by a large portion of the population. The results of this project revealed an understanding of the mechanisms of sevoflurane, which is important groundwork for the synthesis of a new anesthetic. “As always, I am very impressed with the students’ projects and what they are able to attain,” stated InSTAR Director Dr. George Baldo. “Hurricane Sandy put an added level of undue pressure on the students – the deadline for submission was only two weeks after the storm – but they persevered in spite of that challenge and presented polished submissions to the contest.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153279 Fri, 11 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153279 Musicians Selected for SCMEA As a result of a challenging audition process, three Ward Melville High School student-musicians were accepted to participate in this year’s Suffolk County Music Educators Association All-County Instrumental Jazz Ensemble. Andrew Dill (bass), Tim Fogarty (trumpet) and Anthony Gabriele (trombone) were chosen for this honor based on their level 6 jazz NYSSMA audition piece and their improvisation skills. They will represent three out of the 17 instruments in the All-County band and will be performing at an educational conference in Albany on March 5 as well as during SCMEA Jazz Day in Sayville on Feb. 2. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153280 Thu, 10 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153280 Board President Addresses School Security During the Jan. 8 Board of Education meeting, Board President Dr. Jeffrey Kerman made the following statement regarding school security and the district's plans for future security updates. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153278 Wed, 09 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153278 FREE YOUTH CARDIAC SCREENING OPPORTUNITIES Pleaseclick here to view details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153276 Tue, 08 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153276 Three WMHS Students Named Intel Semifinalists The district is proud to announce that Ward Melville High School students Phoebe Blyth McAuliffe, Sanjula Singhal and Gloria Zheng have been named Semifinalists in the 2013 Intel Science Talent Search competition. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153277 Tue, 08 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153277 Spelling Her Way to the Top R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s top spellers took to the auditorium stage this January to compete in the school’s annual spelling bee. After 13 challenging rounds of competition, eighth-grader Kavya Tangella was named the winner of the competition after correctly spelling the word “scrutiny.” Kavya isn’t new to the competition, as she qualified for the school bee last year as a seventh-grader. “I wasn’t as nervous this year when I went on stage,” she shared. “To prepare, I not only practiced spelling different words, but also studied the different word parts and derivatives.” As the school winner, Kavya will now advance in the competition to the Long Island Bee at Hofstra University. The first round of this competition will be a written spelling bee, from which the top 10 percent will advance to the region’s oral round. She has also been awarded a one-year online subscription to the Encyclopedia Britannica and the chance to study a foreign language of her choice online for a semester through Middlebury College. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153275 Sun, 06 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153275 Foreign Language Workshops Offered for Students in Grades 5 & 6 Available to Three Village students in grades 5 & 6 interested in taking a foreign language class in French, Italian or Spanish. Pleaseclick herefor more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153271 Wed, 02 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153271 A Perfect Score After months of preparation and dedication to his coursework, Ward Melville High School student Harrison Li earned an honor shared by only a very select number of other students – a perfect score on his Advanced Placement Calculus BC exam. When asked what his advice would be for future BC scholars, Harrison credited his preparedness on the exam to his teacher William Bernhard’s practice exams and encouraged others to take advantage of the resources afforded to them in class. Advanced Placement (AP) exams are based on a composite score of 1 to 5, where a 5 is equivalent to a grade of A in the corresponding college course. Harrison not only received the top score of 5 – ranking among the 15.5 percent of students to fall within this top-score category in 2012 – but in doing so, was also one of only 17 students in the world to earn every point possible on the Calculus BC exam, answering every multiple-choice question correctly and earning full points on each of the essays in the free-response section of the exam. Harrison earned 108 out of 108. In total, 94,403 students took the AP Calculus BC exam in 2012. AP exams are written and scored by college professors from around the world and are typically designed to cover a full year of intensive, college-level knowledge and skills, making it very rare for a high school student to earn every point possible on the exam. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153272 Tue, 01 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153272 College Life, Ward Melville Edition From hearing about campus life to learning about the differences between college and high school classes, Ward Melville High School students were given a clear-cut look at what it means to be a college student in 2012-2013 during this year’s Alumni Day program. Sixty-five Ward Melville alumni, representing 39 of the nation’s colleges and universities, returned to their alma mater to speak with current students about their experiences in college thus far. The program offered the alumni a chance to address high school students through panel discussions held within individual classes and small groups. Leanna O’Brien, a freshman at the University of South Carolina, addressed the topic of exploring new interests while at college. “When I was at Ward Melville, I was involved with the newspaper,” she said, “but now in college, I have branched out to the radio side of reporting and am really enjoying that.” Bryn Mawr freshman Kelsey Weymouth Little added, “I joined the rugby team even though I was never involved in sports while here at Ward Melville.” Taking a question from the student-audience, Brown University freshman James Ninia drew parallels between his college and Ward Melville experiences but also pointed out the differences. “Your professors tend to go off topic during class,” he noted, “but as they are experts in the field, it is often to share insight into their research.” He also explained how access to professors outside of the classroom is generally restricted to “office hours,” more similar to the high school students’ access to their guidance counselors than to their school’s extra-help procedure. Alumni Day has grown tremendously over the years and continues to be an eye-opening and candid event for college-bound Ward Melville students. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153273 Tue, 01 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153273 Spanning the World Do you know the answer to the following: “The former capital city of Almaty is located south of Lake Balkhash in which Asian country?” For most people this question would be a very challenging one, but for P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grader Shane McHugh, it was not only easy but also the question that enabled him to grab the title of geography bee winner in this year’s school contest. With the answer Kazakhstan, Shane ended the contest’s tie-breaking round with seventh-grader Andrew Zhang and will now take a written qualifying test in order to advance to the state level of the National Geographic Bee. “I really enjoy geography,” stated Shane, who describes it as one of his top subjects. “I associate the different items – landmarks, mountains – with things in everyday life, and that helps me to remember them better. I tend to have a knack for remembering small details.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153274 Tue, 01 Jan 2013 05:00:00 GMT false153274 Making Days Bright Students and staff members of the Three Village Central School District spread holiday cheer and goodwill to others this holiday season through a variety of collection drives. Teaming up with the students at Arrowhead and Minnesauke elementary schools, the student government at R.C. Murphy Junior High School organized a holiday toy drive for the Gerald Ryan Outreach Center in Wyandanch. This is the 25th consecutive year that Murphy has worked to bring holiday gifts to the center, which serves one of the largest and neediest populations on Long Island. The effort, spearheaded by school psychologist Dr. Jeff Pomerantz, inspired the schools to donate thousands of new and gently used toys. Working with their partnering schools, Murphy’s students stuffed a box truck with all of the donations and had them delivered to the center just in time for the holidays. In the spirit of the holidays and friendly competition, the P.J. Gelinas Junior High School student government coordinated a holiday contest in December aimed at bringing joy to others. “Floor Wars” has become an annual tradition at the school, pinning the first- and second-floor homerooms against each other in an effort to see which floor can collect the greatest number of toys for the Town of Brookhaven Holiday Toy Drive. This year’s winner was the second floor with 290 donations. In total, Gelinas collected more than 540 toys. W.S. Mount Elementary School’s student government collected toys for NANA’s (Never Alone, Never Afraid, Inc.) House, a nonprofit organization that serves 110 families per year. The organization contains a thrift shop, gift shop and food pantry where families can use “Nana Bucks” to purchase items they need. The mission of the facility is to aggressively advocate and provide a full range of appropriate services for homeless families and their dependents. Just before the holiday break, Mount’s student government visited the facility and delivered all of the donated toys they had collected. At Ward Melville High School, students and staff members donated toys to the Marines annual Toys for Tots program. Soliciting donations from the district’s junior high school level and central office administration building, Ward Melville was able to collect boxes full of toys for the worthy cause. As a special treat, this year students in P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s technology and family and consumer science departments created dancing puppeteer bears, crayon turkeys, wood-turned whistles and soft teddy bears for the donation effort. Setauket Elementary School students also coordinated a giving tree for families in need. The school collected many wished for items for those who are struggling this holiday season. In addition to the holiday drives, many students also visited local area senior citizen and nursing facilities to brighten the days of those residents. Nassakeag Elementary School sixth-grade orchestra and band members visited the Long Island State Veteran’s Home in Stony Brook, where they not only performed a few holiday pieces but also engaged the residents in a festive sign-a-long. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153270 Fri, 21 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153270 Mid point of the 2nd quarter for students in grades 7-12 Please check the Campus Portal for ongoing grades. We are at the mid point of the 2nd marking period in the secondary schools. Parents, please be sure to enter your e-mail address in the portal in order to receive e-mail alerts from Campus and the District. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153269 Wed, 19 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153269 Coloring the World with the Pulsera Project The National Junior Honor Society at R.C. Murphy Junior High School engages in meaningful community service projects throughout the year in an effort to give back to their surrounding community. With a desire to bridge not only the borders of the Three Village area but also the 50 states, this December the student organization coordinated a fundraising effort for young Nicaraguans. Working with the Pulsera Project, a nonprofit organization, the school’s students sold colorful hand-woven bracelets (or “pulseras”) to raise money to support community development projects, scholarships and many other programs that educate and empower young Nicaraguans. For their effort, the NJHS sold the original creations during lunch times for $5 each, with a total of 400 bracelets sold for the cause. The Pulsera Project was created in 2009 when a group of friends traveling in Central America discovered a community of young artisans in Nicaragua. These local artists had learned to weave colorful hand-woven pulseras while living on the streets and in shelters, but had no market to sell their artwork in Nicaragua. Wanting to help their new friends, a few of the travelers returned to the U.S. with pulseras to sell. Three years later, student volunteers and teachers in 40 states have brightened up their classrooms and hallways with these amazing colorful bracelets. Over 200 school communities have united around this simple idea – that by sharing art, knowledge and ideas across cultural lines, one can create a more colorful world. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153267 Tue, 18 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153267 Fostering Mathematical Talents R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-graders Roshan Patel and Jennifer Yang have been named Long Island Young Scholars of Mathematics and accepted by the Institute of Creative Problem Solving for Gifted and Talented Students at SUNY College at Old Westbury to pursue mathematics and mathematical science applications. As part of their work with the institute, Roshan and Jennifer are expected to spend 60 hours in class over the course of 20 Saturday mornings and on related outside projects. The curriculum they focus on will cover mathematical topics from algebra and geometry to discrete math and number theory. Topics not included in the students’ standard courses of study, such as problem-solving applied to probability, drawing of ocean bottom profile, theory of finite differences, topics in science and mass point geometry, will also be covered. “I’ve always had a passion for math and science and have found my work in the institute very interesting and helpful,” stated Roshan. “I’ve learned a new way to approach problem-solving and have applied those techniques to my everyday class work.” To qualify for this honor, Roshan and Jennifer competed against approximately 700 students nominated from school districts on Long Island. Selection by the institute indicates that a student is among the top one-tenth of one percent of all students on Long Island in his or her grade in math. Acceptance is based on five criteria: nomination, school transcript, teacher recommendation, a brief written statement by the student and a rigorous entrance exam. Roshan and Jennifer were both nominated by their math teacher Kevin Sihler. Only 79 students across Long Island were given this distinction this year. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153268 Tue, 18 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153268 Recognizing Suffolk Zone Winners Ward Melville High School students, John Fiore and Emily Astarita, have been selected as their school’s recipient of The New York State Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (NYSAHPERD) Suffolk Zone award. Each year every high school in Suffolk County recognizes the top male and female physical education students based on the following criteria: physical education achievement, scholastic achievement, outstanding character, physical education class leadership, schoolwide and/or community leadership and being a positive role model. The health and physical education staff at Ward Melville High School were in unanimous agreement as to John and Emily’s selection for this award. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153265 Mon, 17 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153265 Patriots Sign on the Dotted Line Ward Melville High School student-athletes are one step closer to realizing their athletic dreams this December as 15 seniors signed national letters of intent with a variety of division I and II colleges and universities. Additionally, three students committed to play on the athletic teams of three division III schools and one student will be joining a service academy’s volleyball program. “The time and effort that these students have put into not only their studies but also their chosen sport is truly commendable,” stated district executive director of health, physical education, recreation and athletics Erin Blaney. “As educators and parents, we are extremely proud of everything they have accomplished during their time in the district and look forward to hearing about the wonderful things yet to come for each of these patriots.” The district extends its congratulations to the following students and wishes them luck at their respective schools: Division I & II Emily Astarita Dartmouth College Volleyball Deryn Blaney University of Connecticut Lacrosse Jack Bruckner Duke University Lacrosse Gregory Coman Harvard University Baseball Erin Cunningham Jacksonville University Lacrosse Samantha Grillo Quinnipiac University Lacrosse Brendan Hegarty University of Massachusetts Lacrosse Anthony Kay University of Connecticut Baseball Christian Mazzone Rutgers University Lacrosse Emily Rogers-Healion University of Pennsylvania Lacrosse Samantha Scarfogliero Villanova University Lacrosse Alexandra Tilley University of Connecticut Lacrosse Andrew Tirelli Wagner College Lacrosse Madeline Wollmuth Virginia Tech Lacrosse Michael Zerbo New York Tech Lacrosse Division III Erin Macchione Catholic University Lacrosse Kelsey Nagle Muhlenberg College Lacrosse Emily Ross Ithaca College Lacrosse Service Academy Carly Lombardo Merchant Marine Academy Volleyball http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153266 Mon, 17 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153266 Information Regarding Connecticut School Tragedy Resources for Parents & Educators: Talking about Newtown http://kidshealth.org/parent/positive/talk/school_violence.html http://nyssca.org/?page_id=606 http://www.apa.org/helpcenter/aftermath.aspx http://www.nasponline.org/resources/crisis_safety/terror_general.aspx http://www.nasponline.org/resources/crisis_safety/specpop_general.aspx http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153264 Mon, 17 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153264 Dreaming the Broadway Dream Talented Second-Grader Joins National Broadway Tour The theatrical ambitions of Setauket Elementary School second-grader Ava Della Pietra will come to fruition this January, when she will make her Broadway debut as part of the national touring production of “Les Misérables.” During the tour, Ava will alternate between the roles of Little Cosette and Young Éponine as she visits 22 cities over the course of 26 weeks. Her debut performance will be on Wednesday, Jan. 2 in Philadelphia, Penn. as Young Éponine. While this will be Ava’s first Broadway role, she has been performing publicly since the age of 4. Since that time, she has sung aboard several cruise ships and at the Animal Kingdom Lodge in Disney World, as well as been involved with two local production studios. “I’ve always enjoyed singing and really like to perform in front of people,” stated Ava. Recalling her audition for the part in “Les Misérables,” the second-grader stated, “I was a little nervous, but as soon as the music started I felt confident and much more relaxed.” For her audition, Ava performed one of the show’s memorable numbers, “Castle on a Cloud,” a song she will sing each time she takes the stage as Little Cosette. To wish their peer luck on her new life adventure, the students at Setauket gave Ava a fitting send-off on her last day of school. “I am very excited to join the tour,” said Ava, “but at the same time, I am sad because it means I will need to leave my friends and my school.” To wish her well, her classmates presented her with a signed “Setauket Rocks” t-shirt and Principal Kathryn White made a special announcement over the school’s public address system. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153261 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153261 Minnesauke Gives Back Minnesauke Elementary School students were involved in a wide variety of community service projects this fall as part of their continued effort to help those affected by Hurricane Sandy. With the help of the school’s Site-Based Team and coordinating teachers Kristen Barnes, Jason Hugues and Paul Wilgenkamp, the building coordinated a Communities Helping Communities collection drive for the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship at Stony Brook. For the drive, the building collected a wide range of supplies – from toiletries to baby food to clothing – for individuals living in the Long Island communities hit hardest by the hurricane and still struggling as a result of the devastation they suffered. The sixth-grade students in Kristen Bernardo’s class worked on a Book Finder Friends project for a school in Long Beach. For their effort, the students collected more than 3,160 gently used books from their fellow classmates and school staff members. The students explained that they were looking to “give the joy to read to those in need.” With the help of school librarian Nicole Connelly and teacher Mary Fernandes, the entire school participated in a read-a-thon to raise money for local families affected by Sandy. The students collected pledges from family and friends over a two-week time period and participated in the read-a-thon during a 40-minute block of the school day. The school collected nearly $8,000, with more than $800 collected by student Daphna Fineberg. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153262 Tue, 11 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153262 Paws Up for Fundraising Efforts Minnesauke Elementary School music teacher Susan Aupperlee has been inspiring her students in grades 2-6 since the spring of 2008 to help create warmer and more welcoming living environments for those furry friends in need of a permanent home. Over the years, the school has collected thousands of dollars and countless amounts of dog and cat food and supplies for the Little Shelter Animal Adoption Center in Huntington. Most recently, the students focused their collection efforts toward helping those animals displaced by Hurricane Sandy and alleviating the major damage suffered at Little Shelter as a result of the superstorm. This year alone, the school has collected more than $520. To gather the monetary donations for the organization, Ms. Aupperlee puts loose change in a collection jar on her classroom piano every time the students exhibit positive behavior traits in her classroom. The students have also been donating their spare change, along with a variety of supplies, toward the effort. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153263 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153263 Once Upon a Time… Ward Melville High School Presents “Into the Woods” Ivy-covered walls, stone-like towers and exquisite sets provided a fairy-tale backdrop to this year’s school musical, “Into the Woods,” at Ward Melville High School in early December. Despite the unprecedented rehearsal challenges posed by the hurricane, this year’s play was a flawless rendition of the familiar Broadway classic and was seen by hundreds of community members during its three-night run. The Stephen Sondheim musical, based on the book by James Lapine, involved the musical talents of 57 student-actors, 20 crew members and a 60-piece orchestra. The play intertwined the plots of several famous fairy tales – “Little Red Riding Hood,” “Jack and the Beanstalk,” “Rapunzel” and “Cinderella” – and showcased how the characters’ lives change as a result of the chance wishes they are granted. The talented student-actors embodied the quirky yet lovable characters and had the audiences laughing throughout the two-act production. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153260 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153260 10th Annual Cabaret Night A Success Proving the adage that some things keep getting better with time, RC Murphy JHS’s milestone 10th annual Cabaret Night showcased local talent with Tony-worthy performances. Three Village residents took a break from holiday shopping and were treated to song, dance and comedy sketches, as well as dinner catered by the popular eatery, O Sole Mio, dished out by 100 student-waiters in the middle school cafeteria. Undaunted by a postponement caused by Hurricane Sandy, over 200 students and 50 teachers took to the Stony Brook stage on December 1 for the fundraiser, hosted by the Parent-Teacher Organization and Murphy Theatre department. Teachers gave a sassy rendition of Young MC’s Grammy award-winning rap classic Bust a Move, with help from a NYC choreographer. Other crowd pleasers included Along Came Jones, The Devil Went Down To Georgia, Safety Dance, and The Prayer, arranged and performed by 9th graders Jillian Stabile and Gabrielle Cambria. The event also marked the debut of 7th grade choreographer Kara Manuud, whose interpretation of Dog Days are Over wowed the crowd. Hard-hitting budget crunches have given Cabaret Night even more prominence. Funds raised over the last decade have been turned right back into the school for such items as audio-visual equipment in the cafeteria and library; A new surround sound speaker system and ipod docking station for the gymnasium; Technology department tools; pianos and recording equipment; as well as football jerseys, cheerleading competitions and guest artists for our annual poetry slam. Photo Gallery http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153259 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153259 College Athletic Recruiting Presentation for Students and Parents in Grades 7-12 Former college coach and recruiting expert, Jack Renkens will give a 60-minute presentation on athletic scholarships and athletics at the college level. December 20, 2012 Ward Melville Auditorium - 7:00 pm http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153258 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153258 Calendar Changes Approved by Board of Education After careful consideration, and in an effort to make up the instructional time lost as a result of Hurricane Sandy, the Board of Education approved a modification to the district calendar during a special meeting on December 4. As a result, school will now be in session for students on February 20-22, May 24 and May 28. Please note that these days were previously scheduled as vacation time during the mid-winter break, as well as two planned emergency school closing days to be used in the event of inclement weather. The adjusted calendar does still include one day that can be used as a snow day, should the winter call for a weather-related closing. If a second emergency closing day is necessary, schools will then be open on Monday, March 25. We appreciate the community’s understanding and support during this time and of this decision. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153253 Wed, 05 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153253 RCM Holiday Breakfast Cancelled - Saturday, Dec. 8 The holiday breakfast scheduled for Saturday, December 8, 2012 at Murphy Junior High School has been cancelled. All tickets will be refunded. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153257 Wed, 05 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153257 Student Works to Promote Peace Minnesauke Elementary School fifth-grader Victoria Forrest has been named this year’s elementary-level winner in the Shanti Foundation’s Gandhi Celebration Poster Contest. The annual contest was open to all students in grades K-12 and called for entrants to create posters that promote peace and acceptance. More than 80 students participated in this year’s contest, with only three winners – one each from the elementary, middle and high school – announced. Victoria’s poster was a drawing of the world encompassed by a giant peace sign and surrounded by artistic items and the words “Give Peace to the World.” “I worked really hard on my drawing and hope that anyone who sees my poster is inspired to help create world peace and live in peace with their friends and neighbors,” she said of her project. As a winner, Victoria will receive a Barnes and Noble gift card, as well as a certificate presented by the Shanti Foundation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153254 Tue, 04 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153254 Helping Furry Friends Students in the Three Village School District are regularly engaged in philanthropic efforts both for the local community and individuals globally. This fall, W.S. Mount Elementary School sixth-grader Emily Toth coordinated a fundraiser to help out the furry members of society, in particular those staying at the Last Chance Animal Rescue. As an active volunteer for Last Chance, Emily knew that the rescue center has been in need of outside resources during this difficult economic climate. In response to this need, she sold raffle tickets to interested parties for the chance to win a handmade basket of treats, an effort that raised more than $142. Pictured here is Emily with basket raffle winner Amber Sanchez. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153255 Tue, 04 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153255 Student Video Airing on MSG Varsity An informational video created by Ward Melville High School senior Kayla Miller can now be seen on the MSG Varsity website and will be airing on the network’s television channel in the upcoming weeks. The video, which runs just under a minute, describes the need for others to be tolerant and accepting of schools’ gay communities. The video took Kayla approximately two weeks to complete and was coordinated as part of Ally Week, the national youth-led effort to empower students to be allies again anti-LGBT (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender) bullying, harassment and name-calling in schools. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153256 Tue, 04 Dec 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153256 Student Videos Commended in National Competition Ward Melville High School student-artists continue to receive praise and commendation in some of the nation’s premier art competitions. Annually, the Association of Texas Photography Instructors (ATPI) sponsors a fall photography competition for students and teachers, which calls for submissions in a variety of categories in addition to photography such as video and computer imaging. As a result of his outstanding work, Ward Melville senior Nicholas Fernandez placed first in the contest’s short film video category for his one-and-a-half-minute feature, “Félagslega Grímu,” which is a self-portrait assignment completed in video production class that took almost the entire quarter to complete and can be seen on Vimeo on the Ward Melville High School page. Junior Trevor Munch received an honorable mention for his film “Continuity of Parks.” Nicholas’ piece, which is based on a Julio Cortazar short story. His piece runs about a minute long and is a narrated black and white film. This year’s ATPI contest drew more than 6,100 entries from around the country, including Texas, Arizona, California, Kansas, Oklahoma and New York. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153252 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153252 Celebrating Veterans in a Traditional Way The fifth-grade students at Minnesauke Elementary School celebrated Veterans Day this year by sharing “America’s White Table,” a book about the importance of remembering veterans. In this tale by Margot Theis Raven, a young girl is in search of what to give her uncle on Veterans Day, especially after learning that he was a POW in Vietnam. The story helped students learn about the different traditional objects used to remember the work done by the veterans and the significance of the table of remembrance. During the reading, select students helped create a replica table, which was put on display for all to see in the school’s main lobby. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153251 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153251 Important Health Message Regarding Case of Pertussis Pleaseclick on this link to read a message from Suffolk County regarding a case of Pertussis at Nassakeag Elementary School. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153250 Tue, 27 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153250 Ward Melville Presents “Into the Woods” The Ward Melville High School Players will present the Stephen Sondheim musical “Into the Woods” on Dec. 6, 7 and 8. Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors, district students and children. For tickets please contact 631-730-4357. This year’s production, which is based on the book by James Lapine, involves the musical talents of 57 student-actors, 20 crew members and a 60-piece orchestra. The play intertwines the plots of several famous fairy tales – Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk, Rapunzel and Cinderella – and showcases how the characters’ lives change as a result of the chance wishes they are granted. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153247 Mon, 26 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153247 Safety First The Three Village Central School District takes a proactive approach when it comes to educating students about how to remain safe, both inside the schools and out in the community. As many district students are transported to and from school on a school bus, the district’s elementary schools once again participated in the Safety Sally bus safety program through BOCES. Each fall, students are instructed on the proper ways to approach their school bus, safety measures to take when crossing in front of a bus, key behaviors to observe while riding, and what to do in case of an emergency – namely, how to disembark the school bus in the safest fashion. With the help of the mobile classroom, the students watched an educational video while aboard Safety Sally that reinforced the items they discussed with the program instructor. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153248 Mon, 26 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153248 7-12 Report Cards Are Now Viewable in the Campus Portal Please log into the Campus Portal to view the first quarter report card for all students in grades 7 through 12. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153249 Mon, 26 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153249 Coordinating Relief Efforts for Local Residents Each year, the students and staff members of the Three Village Central School District work to bring cheer to their community members in need, especially during the holiday season. This year was no different and in fact, many schools worked on collection drives to not only assist their fellow community members at Thanksgiving time, but also those affected by the recent superstorm Sandy. P.J. Gelinas Junior High School’s student government once again coordinated a battle of the cans project to benefit the Town of Brookhaven. Pinning homeroom against homeroom, the students worked to collect nonperishable can donations in their homeroom classes and charted the results on large boards in the cafeteria. In total, the school collected 1,296 items of food for the Town, who will distribute the food to families in need this holiday and those affected by Sandy. The school’s staff members also coordinated a drive for Sandy relief. Through the help of school psychologist Michelle Richards and special education teacher Casey Giles, the building’s staff members donated an abundance of home items, including bedding, dishes, clothing, furniture items and small household appliances. The collected items have been and will continue to be distributed to any community member, both locally and neighboring, needing assistance as a result of the hurricane. R.C. Murphy Junior High School student government, leaders club and National Junior Honor Society coordinated a fun-filled evening event for students. With a donation of $5 and a nonperishable food or toiletry item, the students gained entry into the dance and game night. All of the proceeds, which totaled $900 and a significant amount of food items, directly benefited the school’s food pantry and community outreach program that are coordinated through the guidance office. The guidance office also put together and distributed Thanksgiving food baskets for local families. At the elementary level, each of the schools also worked to help those in need by coordinating food and clothing drives during the fall. In November, Nassakeag Elementary School students in Robyn Weinstein’s class coordinated a schoolwide pajama drive, the Justice Club collected canned goods and personal hygiene items and the students in Kathryn Comiskey’s class created two Thanksgiving baskets for local families. At Minnesauke, the building’s social workers received help from the students and staff members to restock the food pantry with nonperishable items and gift cards for local families needing assistance. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153246 Sun, 25 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153246 10th Annual RCM Cabaret Night - Sat., Dec 1, 2012 RC Murphy's Cabaret Night will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2012 at 7:00 pm. For tickets, please call 730-4831. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153245 Sun, 25 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153245 Acting the Part Students Learn Firsthand About Native American Life In celebration of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday and in conjunction with their studies on early American life, kindergarten students at W.S. Mount Elementary School in the Three Village Central School District participated in Native American Day. Adorned with the creative headdresses, shirts and necklaces they had made in class, the students rotated through a variety of stations during the program to get a feel for what it was like for these early Americans. Students were able to create and design pinch pots, medallions and paper-woven placemats; hear a traditional Seneca Indian story in a teepee; and go fishing in a “river” and “hunt” a buffalo, as well as gather cranberries and wash them in a “stream.” “Today was a true complement to our social studies curriculum, as well as a multidisciplinary project,” stated teacher Lisa Lachler. “During our class time, we spoke about our local history, the importance of appreciating different cultures and the roles Pilgrims played during this time period.” At the conclusion of the day’s events, the students and their family members in attendance enjoyed a Thanksgiving feast celebration. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153243 Mon, 19 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153243 Young Composers Commended in Three Village Earlier this year, four district students were selected as finalists in the 2012 NYSSMA Young Composers Competition. As a result, these talented student-composers will have their original pieces performed during the 2012 NYSSMA Winter Conference in Rochester, N.Y. in late November. Congratulations to Julia Campanella and Timothy Sadov of P.J. Gelinas Junior High School and Jessica Guo and Elizabeth Wang of W.S. Mount Elementary School. In addition to these students’ high honors, the following students have received the distinction of honorable mention in the competition: Steven Holmquist and Samuel Kim of W.S. Mount Elementary, Julia McGovern of P.J. Gelinas Junior High School, Julia Hu and Jessica Wang of R.C. Murphy Junior High School, and John Adam Strub and Gloria Zheng of Ward Melville High School. During their November meeting, the district’s Board of Education presented these talented students and their music teacher, Dr. Dan Deutsch, with certificates of commendation. Additionally, Elizabeth and Timothy performed their pieces for all in attendance. Julia Campanella-Twelve Butterflies in Flight Jessica Guo-The Element of Water Timothy Sadov-April Waltz Elizabeth Wang- Mountain Lake http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153244 Mon, 19 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153244 Fall District Newsletter Now Available Online http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153242 Thu, 15 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153242 Emergency Dismissal Drill - Tuesday, November 20 Regulations of the Commissioner of Education require each school district to develop and implement an Emergency Management Plan. The management plan is a resource document that specifies the district’s response actions to various emergencies that may occur while school is in session. The Three Village Central School District has prepared such a plan and copies are on file in each school office. In addition to Emergency Evacuation Drills, Lockdown and Lockout Drills, the regulations pertaining to the management plan require an Emergency Dismissal Drill, consisting of a student dismissal fifteen minutes earlier than the normal dismissal time. This early dismissal will occur on Tuesday, November 20, 2012. Students will be dismissed fifteen minutes earlier than normal. This drill should also be used as a reminder to your child(ren) of the procedures to be followed in a true emergency dismissal situation. Please make any necessary arrangements prior to that date. All after school activities such as the School Age Child Care program, club activities, and athletic events will be held as usual. Cheryl Pedisich Superintendent of Schools http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153241 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153241 Saturday Enrichment Program Registration Open Through Nov. 26, 2012 Pleaseclick here to view the Saturday Enrichment Program brochure for students in elementary schools. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153240 Tue, 13 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153240 Raising Funds & Awareness at RCM In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the students, faculty and staff at R.C. Murphy Junior High School came together to host a Breast Cancer Awareness Day at the end of October. During the special day, the school community dressed in the cause’s trademark pink and sold pink bandannas as a fundraiser for cancer awareness and research. As a result of their efforts, the school collected $1,400, which they will be donating to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153912 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153912 Support for community members impacted by Hurricane Sandy 211 Long Island is a community database with a myriad of helpful resources. They have a tab at the top of their site labeled "Hurricane Sandy" with helpful information and local resources. https://211longisland.communityos.org/cms/ http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153453 Tue, 06 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153453 Wed., Nov. 7, 2012 - All After School Activities Are Cancelled Through Friday with the exception of SACC All after school activities are cancelled today including all athletics. All after school activities for Thursday andFriday, November 8 & 9, 2012, are also cancelled with the exception of varsity athletics. SACC will remain open. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153454 Tue, 06 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153454 Promoting Healthy Choices Consistent with its mission to educate students to make proper and healthy choices when it comes to their daily lifestyles, the Three Village Central School District hosted a variety of programs in celebration of Red Ribbon Week. During their health education classes, Minnesauke and Nassakeag elementary schools’ sixth-graders took part in the Red Ribbon Week Olympics. The event had students participate in five difference challenges, which included testing their lung power, their memory and their ability to navigate a toy car through a course while wearing goggles that simulated being under the influence of alcohol. Additionally, Minnesauke fourth-graders wrote persuasive essays to prom-going high school seniors asking them not to drink alcohol and not to drink and drive on prom night. The school’s fifth-graders created “Say No to Tobacco” websites highlighting six main themes: the recipe for a cigarette, the effects of smoking on the body, the cost of smoking, respiratory diseases caused by chronic smoking, why teens try tobacco and refusal skills. As a culmination to their Red Ribbon Week observances, Nassakeag students participated in the school’s annual Walk for Education, an event organized to collect pledged donations to sponsor healthy initiatives at the school as well as raise awareness about leading a healthy lifestyle. W.S. Mount Elementary School third- through sixth-grade students learned about drug awareness according to the New York State Health Standards and the school’s Health Essentials of Learning. The students signed pledges, committing themselves to make healthy choices, and all students dressed according to a different ‘healthy choice’ or ‘drug-free’ theme of the day. Included in the theme week were “Wear Red Day,” “‘Team’ Against Drugs” and “Don’t ‘Sweat’ Drugs.” Minnesauke Slideshow W.S. Mount Slideshow Nassakeag Slideshow http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153451 Mon, 05 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153451 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6TH - NO STUDENT ATTENDANCE, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR STAFF As we have since the storm passed, we have continued to work closely with our principals, emergency management team, and Board of Education, to make decisions that are in the best interests of our students, staff, and school community, with safety still being our number one priority. Some of our school buildings still do not have electricity or heat and some of our bus stops and roads are not yet safe or clear. Therefore, there will be no school for students tomorrow, Tuesday, November 6th. All community events and before and after school activities have been cancelled, with the exception of varsity athletic practices. Coaches will be in contact with student athletes. We are using this opportunity to continue professional development for our staff at Ward Melville High School for tomorrow, Tuesday, November 6th, and by Tuesday afternoon we will make a determination regarding student attendance for Wednesday, November 7th. It is our desire to open school on Wednesday; however, that determination cannot be made at this time. For our secondary school students we are extending the marking period through Friday, November 16th. If you are a senior attending Ward Melville High School and you are having any difficulties submitting Early Action/Decision applications due to Hurricane Sandy that were due November 1, please check with that school directly via their website to see if they have extended their deadlines. Most schools have posted new deadline dates due to the storm. If you have any questions regarding their deadline extensions, contact the admissions office directly for clarification. If you do not have power and are unable to meet the extended deadline, please contact your Guidance Counselor via e-mail or phone so we may assist you. Our support staff has been working with families in the community to provide assistance. If you or someone you know are in need of emergency support, such as food or clothing, please contact the Office of School and Community Partnerships at 730-4595 between the hours of 10:00 am and 2:00 pm. Our thoughts are with you and your family and while we are all anxious to return to our normal routines, we must remain focused on the safety and well-being of our entire school community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153448 Mon, 05 Nov 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153448 Adding Up to Fall Fun Taking advantage of the fall harvest, Setauket Elementary School first-grade students used the pumpkins they picked during a recent field trip to explore math in new and exciting ways. During center work, the students each had a chance to conduct experiments such as: weighing pumpkins on a balance scale, observing the inside of a pumpkin, measuring their height in pumpkins, decorating a small pumpkin, and making and tasting pumpkin pudding. The classes also incorporated literacy into the special project, as the students read several pumpkin-themed stories and created written projects based on the seasonal gourd. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153449 Sun, 04 Nov 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153449 Creating a Nation Students Learn About the Formation of the USA As an introduction to their social studies curriculum on the nation’s primitive years and a review of the material learned last year, fifth-grade students at Minnesauke Elementary School participated in a hands-on learning activity. Combining English language arts, social studies and the visual arts, the Reader’s Theater program focused on the role that each of the 13 colonies played in the formation of the United States of America. Using the SMART Board, the students reviewed key vocabulary terms such as Tierney, politics, ratification and declaration, and during their library time performed a play titled “Unite or Die – How the Thirteen States Became a Nation.” Each student assumed a particular role for the play – from narrators to state representatives – and discussed the establishment of the nation. “We hope that the program provided the students with a clear understanding of where the United States was before the creation of the Constitution, and how that document helped our country grow,” stated Minnesauke librarian Nicole Connelly. “It also served as a nice articulation across the grade level curriculum. The subject matter was introduced in the fourth grade, and now, as the students begin their fifth-grade studies, the Reader’s Theater event has helped to remind them of the items discussed last year.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153445 Sun, 04 Nov 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153445 Supporting a Friend, Walking for a Cause W.S. Mount Elementary School students put on their walking shoes this fall in an effort to help support one of their peers, Nicolas Kaehne, who was recently diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes. During their physical education classes, the school’s students participated in a fun-run walk and talk program that focused on the importance of healthy living while also serving as a fundraiser. Through generous donations, the school’s students raised $838 to donate to Nicolas’ JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes team. Not only did the students surpass their fundraising goal, they also calculated that they had walked as many miles as it would take to reach Kansas. The JDRF walk is held annually and has truly become a national and international effort, having raised $86 million last year. Along with Nicolas, several Mount professionals and students participated in the official JDRF walk. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153446 Sun, 04 Nov 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153446 Exploring Future Career Opportunities Setauket Elementary School fourth- through sixth-grade students and R.C. Murphy Junior High School ninth-graders had the chance to learn about a wide range of professions during the schools’ annual career day programs. At Setauket, students rotated through 18 different stations to speak with professionals working in careers ranging from medicine and physical therapy to law enforcement and chemical engineering. The presenters shared an overview of what their typical day is like, the training they have completed, and some key facts about their chosen field. R.C. Murphy’s career fair was set up in the school’s gymnasium and afforded students the opportunity to speak with professionals in a one-on-one setting. The presenters at Murphy also encompassed a wide range of fields, including cosmetology, engineering, substance abuse counseling and finance. As the students are technically beginning their first year of high school, the school’s annual fair aims to spark an interest in the type of career path they might be interested in pursuing in the future. “This was a really fun experience that helped me better understand some of the professions I was interested in – namely substance abuse counseling,” ninth-grader Alex Cruger said. “I had thought about exploring that field in my future, and now, because of today, I have a better understanding about the day-to-day work and the actual field.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153447 Sun, 04 Nov 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153447 ELECTION DAY, TUES., NOV. 6TH - ALL PREVIOUSLY ESTABLISHED POLLING LOCATIONS WILL BE OPEN AT 6:00 AM. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153450 Sun, 04 Nov 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153450 All Schools Closed Thursday and Friday, November 1 & 2, 2012 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153442 Wed, 31 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153442 Planned Outage - The e-mail system will be powered down. The Exchange server will be powered down today, Monday, October 29, 2012 at 3:00 pm. Restoration of services will occuronce we can verifyelectrical power to the North Country building. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153441 Mon, 29 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153441 Schools Are Closed on Monday and Tuesday, October 29 & 30, 2012 Due to Hurricane Sandy, all Three Village Schools are closed on Monday and Tuesday, October 29 and 30, 2012. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153440 Sun, 28 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153440 Impending Storm Announcement - Friday, October 26, 2012 In an effort to maintain communication regarding the impending storm, we would like to take this opportunity to share important information with you. According to current weather updates, we anticipate that Hurricane Sandy will reach New York sometime on Monday. Depending on the intensity of the storm, notification to parents and staff may be difficult. There is the possibility that power outages will impact the telephone system and you may not receive a School Messenger call. Additionally, it may not be possible for us to post information to the District website. Therefore, we strongly encourage you to remain vigilant regarding media reports available on radio and television. On Sunday evening, you will receive another School Messenger call providing any further updates. Thank you and have a safe and enjoyable weekend. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153439 Fri, 26 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153439 Recognizing Efforts of the Board During their late October Board meeting, the district’s administration, students and staff members gave thanks to the seven-member Three Village Board of Education, its district clerk and its student representative, honoring them as part of the state-sanctioned School Board Recognition Week program. “Our Board trustees exemplify the tenets of volunteerism, devoting superlative time and effort to enhance the educational service and programs offered to our students, while also balancing the fiscal responsibility inherent within their role,” stated Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich. “They are community leaders, advocates and decision makers, tirelessly responding to the needs of our community and serving in the best interests of all children. Working together, we will continue to make a significant difference.” As each Board member serves as a liaison to one of the district’s schools, representatives from each building spoke on behalf of their trustee, the district clerk and the student representative, and presented them with a token of their school’s appreciation. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153438 Wed, 24 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153438 Senior Named Siemens Semifinalist As a result of her outstanding research on the generation of universal donor red blood cells using adult stem cells, Ward Melville High School senior Gina Ma has been named a semifinalist in the annual Siemens Competition. Gina’s project demonstrates the ability to produce mature human RBCs in large quantity, which will greatly help reduce the global shortage of transfusable blood supplies. A total of 1,504 projects were entered in the Siemens Competition this year. Gina’s interest in this subject matter was piqued when she read the 2006 work of Shinya Yamanaka (a 2012 Nobel Prize in Medicine winner), which focused on how intact mature cells in mice could be reprogrammed to become immature stem cells. “I have always had an interest in stem cell research,” commented Gina, “and I was particularly intrigued by how the qualities of an embryotic cell could be replicated by using adult cells.” Speaking to the worldwide benefits that her project could have, Gina stated, “If approved, this project could help to address the growing demands our society is putting on our blood supply. We are just not able to keep up with the current needs of our ever-growing population…there simply are not enough donors.” She went on to explain how recently, large cities such as Los Angeles and Philadelphia have had to cancel elective surgeries due to a lack of blood supply. The research is still in its early testing stages, as it will need to pass a clinical trial before becoming a reality in today’s society. In addition to being a young scientist, Gina is also a member of the high school’s varsity tennis team, the literacy magazine club and Cinnabar, as well as a regular volunteer at Stony Brook University Hospital. She hopes to explore a future career in the field of either science or health. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153437 Wed, 24 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153437 Ward Melville Varsity Baseball Teams Up With Hanks Yanks to Raise $ for Breast Cancer Awareness http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153436 Thu, 18 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153436 Yearbook Captures More Than Just Memories The Ward Melville High School yearbook, Invictus, continues to set records in the journalistic world. This fall, the 2012 book of memories officially raised the bar for those to follow it in two national critique competitions. Invictus has been given an All-American Honor Rating from the National Scholastic Press Association, with marks of distinction in concept/essentials, coverage, design and photography. This is the first time in Ward Melville history that the yearbook has received this honor, which is the highest rating given to any publication by the critique service. Additionally, the book was named a double finalist in the NSPA’s Design of the Year Awards and received honorable mention for best info graphic and best editorial cartoon by Leigha Jarett. The yearbook staff will be honored at the JEA/NSPA Fall Journalism Conference in San Antonio, Texas in November. In addition to the accolades from the NSPA, the yearbook also received a Gold Medalist critique from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association. Individually speaking, yearbook student art director Gabi Cossens, who is currently studying communications design at FIT, placed in the Jostens/Adobe InDesign Contest with an honorable mention for end sheet design. Student photographers Brett Pollina, Trevor Munch and Alan Wei also received individual placements (fifth place and three honorable mentions) in the Jostens Photo Contest. What makes the last honor so impressive is that Brett, Trevor and Alan were the only students in the Northeast to place. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153435 Sun, 14 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153435 Student Play Focuses on Bullying and Texting Continuing the school’s efforts to educate students about the dangers of bullying and sharing inappropriate personal content via the internet and texting, P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students took to the stage in October to perform the original play “Choices.” The school’s Theatre Arts Company has been producing an adolescent issues play for the past 10 years, and this year’s production was written by director Robert DePersio and former Assistant Principal Tony Santana. “Choices” touched upon two issues extremely prevalent in today’s society: bullying and texting. During the play, audiences watched an adolescent struggle with the consequences of texting an inappropriate picture and witnessed how bullying impacts the many different characters both individually and as part of a school environment. The school’s students had a chance to see the production during the day and an encore presentation was made in the evening for parents and community members. Following the evening performance, school social worker Debbie Johnston made a short presentation on the ways to identify a bully, the definition of bullying, and the impact bullying has on a school environment. She also discussed strategies and interventions that students and parents can utilize to address bullying issues, as well as Gelinas’ efforts and methods to promote an atmosphere of acceptance and respect in the school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153434 Sat, 13 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153434 Digging Up Donations for Breast Cancer Research A sea of supportive fans decked out in pink came out to cheer on the Ward Melville High School varsity and junior varsity volleyball teams in early October as they participated in the annual Dig Pink for Breast Cancer fundraiser. Spearheaded by Ward Melville varsity coach Charles Fernandes five years ago, Dig Pink has sought donations from teams across Suffolk County and as of last year, has raised $109,000. For their effort, the Ward Melville Patriots sold commemorative Dig Pink t-shirts and a wide range of tasty baked goods as well as collected monetary donations during their October 9 match, raising a total of $740 for Dig Pink 2012. In the last five years, Ward Melville volleyball players have collected more than $5,000 for this cause. This year’s event was held during the teams’ matches against Longwood High School, at which both Ward Melville’s varsity and junior varsity teams were victorious. This win helped the varsity team build upon their winning record, as they entered the match 8-0 with two tournament wins under their belt and a second-place finish at the highly competitive Garden State Challenge. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153433 Fri, 12 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153433 Special Board of Education Meeting Scheduled ­- October 17, 2012 A special Board of Education meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at 5:30 PM at North Country. It is expected after opening the meeting, the Board will convene into executive session to discuss a personnel matter. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153432 Thu, 11 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153432 October 9, 2012 - Midpoint of First Quarter in Grades 7-12 Please check the Campus Portal for student progress in secondary classes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153431 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153431 Wed., Oct. 10, 2012 - 10th Annual Adolescent Issue Play - Gelinas JH CHOICES(Tenth Annual Adolescent Issue Play) at Paul J.GelinasJHS - Free Performance Wednesday, October 10, 2012 @ 7:00 PM in the Auditorium. Click here for flyer There will also be performances during the day for theGelinas students, Wednesday October 10th, 2012in the Auditorium. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153430 Mon, 08 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153430 Seniors Commended Nationally As a result of their performance on the 2011 PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, 25 Ward Melville High School students have been named Commended Students in the 2013 National Merit Scholarship Program. Approximately 34,000 students throughout the nation were bestowed with this honor in recognition of their exceptional academic promise, as demonstrated on the qualifying test used for program entry. Although they will not continue in the competition, these high schoolers placed among the top 5 percent of the more than 1.5 million students who entered the competition. Congratulations to the following students: Kathryn W. Barnitt Olivia J. Beals-Reid Lauren E. Capelluto Hannah R. Carlino Emma C. Holland Justin J. Iaquinta Kimberly Lee Melvin Z. Li Michelle G. Liao Christopher Lin Daniil Lukin Gia Ma Nicholas C. Meyer Christina Moore James Napoli Daniel A. Nemirov Carlos A. Pena-Lobel Madison F. Schmitt Samuel Stanley John A. Strub Meaghan E. Sugrue Joseph Suk Michael S. Truhlar Christina Wang Eugenia A. Zhukovsky http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153429 Sun, 07 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153429 School Calendar Correction Notice Regarding Sports Practice in the Spring CORRECTION TO DISTRICT CALENDAR FOR MARCH SPRING RECESS 2013: PRACTICE DATES ARE AS FOLLOWS: MARCH 25 - PRACTICE MUST CONCLUDE BY 5:30 P.M. MARCH 26 (PASSOVER) - NO PRACTICE MARCH 29 (GOOD FRIDAY) - NO PRACTICE MARCH 31 (EASTER SUNDAY) - NO PRACTICE MARCH 25, 27, 28 & 30 - PRACTICE IS PERMITTED http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153428 Thu, 04 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153428 Scarecrows for the Village Minnesauke Elementary School fifth-graders and Arrowhead Elementary School sixth-graders put their creativity to the test this fall as they fashioned scarecrows for the 22nd Annual Stony Brook Village Scarecrow Contest. For their entry, the sixth-graders at Arrowhead worked with art teacher Rachel Condron to build an 8-foot-tall scarecrow of Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte. Made of chicken wire and plaster, the students’ scarecrow was complete with a London swim cap, wooden wave boards and, of course, a gold medal. Each fifth-grade class at Minnesauke created a sports-themed scarecrow. From soccer, baseball and football to roller hockey and lacrosse, each class each put their own twist on their displays. Both schools’ scarecrows also incorporated the event’s theme of celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The final creations are on display in the Village of Stony Brook. Winners of the contest will be announced in late October. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153426 Tue, 02 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153426 High Praise for Student-Musicians Ward Melville High School talented student-musicians have once again been overwhelmingly recognized at the local and state level. This fall, 41 students were selected to participate in the 2012 NYSCAME-SCMEA All-County Music Festival and nine students were chosen for the 2012 NYSSMA All-State Music Conference. Additionally, 15 students were named alternates for the All-State Conference. Selection into these festivals is based on the students’ NYSSMA scores from the previous spring, as well as teacher recommendations. This year, Ward Melville students will be taking part in the following ensembles: mixed chorus, orchestra, women’s choir, band, wind ensemble and jazz band. “This is a tremendous privilege for our students,” stated Ward Melville High School music coordinator Linda Contino. “This honor enables the students to represent our district at the county and state levels. Their selection to these prestigious groups is not only a reflection of their professionalism but also the musical talents they have honed during their time of study at Ward Melville.” This year’s All-County Music Festival will culminate in a concert on November 16 at 7 p.m. at Northport High School and the All-State festival will be held in Rochester, New York from November 29-December 2. Congratulations to the following students: All-State Kathryn Barnitt - Violin (alternate) Matthew Baruch - Trumpet, Symphonic Band Mark D’Angio - Jazz Piano (alternate) Emily Dana - Viola, String Orchestra Andrew Dill - Jazz Bass (alternate) Timothy Fogarty - Trumpet, Wind Ensemble Ryan Gao - ViolinCello (alternate) Brooke Goldstein - Alto I, Mixed Chorus Eric Hu - Violin (alternate) Yuna Hur - Violin (alternate) Dorian Lampl - Jazz Tenor Voice (alternate) Harrison Li - Violin (alternate) Abigail Serignese-Maier - Piccolo and Symphonic Band and Flute (alternate) Cristina Mata - Violin, Symphony Orchestra Kierran McAuliffe - Jazz Guitar (alternate) Gabriel Nekrutman - Jazz Alto Saxophone (alternate) Adity Sampath - ViolinCello, Symphony Orchestra Nicholas O’Brien - Violin (alternate) Maria Scutari - Mallet Percussion and Symphonic Band and Snare Drum (alternate) John Adam Strub - Tenor II and Mixed Chorus and Jazz, Tenor Voice (alternate) All-County Sarah Amblard - Mixed Chorus Samantha Aquilina - Women’s Choir Sarah Barnitt - Mixed Chorus Kathryn Barnit - Orchestra Matthew Baruch - Orchestra Kayla Benaburger - Women’s Choir Thomas Brown - Mixed Chorus Sarah Brownawell - Mixed Chorus Annemarie Cartwright - Mixed Chorus James Cribbins - Mixed Chorus Emily Dana - Orchestra Timothy Fogarty - Orchestra Rebecca Friedman - Mixed Chorus Ryan Gao - Orchestra Harold Griffin - Mixed Chorus Brooke Goldstein - Mixed Chorus Eric Hu - Orchestra Yuna Hur - Orchestra Jessica Kennedy - Mixed Chorus Henry Lane - Orchestra Harrison Li - Orchestra Benjamin Meehan - Orchestra Lucas Nocera - Mixed Chorus Nick O’Brien - Orchestra Abigail Serignese-Maier - Orchestra Cristina Mata - Orchestra Kayla Monahan - Women’s Choir Siavash Parkhide - Band Alyssa Paskow - Mixed Chorus Trevor Pearson - Mixed Chorus Travis Quinn - Orchestra Jenna Raynoha - Women’s Choir Spencer Rosner - Mixed Chorus Adity Sampath - Orchestra Madison Schmitt - Women’s Choir Maria Scutari - Orchestra Billy Spitz - Mixed Chorus John Adam Strub - Mixed Chorus Lindsay Voigt - Mixed Chorus Anthony Zambit - Mixed Chorus Jennifer Zhong - Women’s Choir Travis Quinn - Snare Drum (alternate) http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153427 Tue, 02 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153427 Overwhelming Pride on Display Despite Homecoming Defeat The Three Village School District community came together at the end of September to form a sea of green and gold in celebration of Homecoming 2012. Although the forecast for the weekend provided little relief from passing showers, students and residents both young and old came out in support of their hometown Patriots. As the rain forced the district to cancel the community pep rally and bonfire scheduled for Friday evening, this year’s homecoming events took place on Saturday and consisted of a widely supported carnival fair, banner parade and several athletic contests held throughout the day. Different schools and organizations throughout the district were featured at the fair and set up entertainment booths for attendees to enjoy. Just before kickoff at the big football game, representatives from each of the district’s eight schools paraded the track to display the homecoming banners their buildings had created for the annual banner contest. This year’s contest tested the students’ creativity and called for them to construct banners following the theme of “Change Happens Through...” This year’s banner contest winner was Arrowhead Elementary School. As the clouds parted briefly, Ward Melville football players marched onto the field with an undefeated record. Although the team appeared strong for the first three quarters, it was two unexpected touchdowns in the last quarter that resulted in a 17-14 loss for the Patriots. Despite the tough loss, members of the district’s cheerleading squads kept up the crowd’s excitement with dazzling routines, and the Ward Melville marching band and color guard performed brilliantly during halftime. This year’s halftime routine was filled with Latin numbers and featured songs by Chuck Mangione. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153425 Mon, 01 Oct 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153425 High School Artist Receives Regional Recognition Ward Melville High School senior Taylor Mussendon has been named one of 20 Long Island Arts Alliance Scholar-Artists for the 2012-2013 school year. Taylor was nominated for this honor by Ward Melville Chairperson for Art and Technology Jennifer Trettner and was selected based on her application, GPA, design portfolio, letters of recommendation and personal essay. "Taylor is an amazingly talented, intelligent, determined and motivated student who excels in the graphic design program at Ward Melville,” stated Ms. Trettner. “She has a sophisticated design sense for a high school student, is articulate in her client presentations and understands the true meaning of teamwork." In addition to being profiled in Newsday, Taylor will be recognized at the Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts on September 20 and again in the spring at a reception at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153424 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153424 Annual Walk for Beauty, October 14, 2012 Pleaseclick here for information regarding "Walk for Beauty". http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153421 Sun, 30 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153421 Ward Melville PEP Rally scheduled for tonight has been Cancelled Unfortunately tonight’s Community Pep Rally has been CANCELLED due to inclement weather. Thank you for your support. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153423 Fri, 28 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153423 Student Artwork to Be Shown During Presidential Debate As the nation turns its attention to this October’s presidential debate at Hofstra University, attendees at the monumental event will have the chance to view an inspirational piece of art constructed by P.J. Gelinas Junior High School eighth-grader Michelle Barnett. As part of the university’s Expressions of Democracy 2012 exhibit called “Social Realism,” Michelle created an artistic depiction of the word “dream.” The exhibit sought artwork from middle and high school students throughout Long Island and challenged those artists to convey what they consider to be the challenging issues facing the United States today through the images they created. The exhibit will be open to the public the day before the second presidential debate at the university. “I was really surprised to find out that my piece was chosen for the art show,” stated Michelle. “It’s really overwhelming to know that I am going to be a part of such a historic event. I feel very honored.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153422 Thu, 27 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153422 Ringing in the New School Year In what has become a school tradition, this September’s 88 new kindergarten students at Setauket Elementary School helped ring in the start of the new school year by taking a turn at tolling the old school bell. As a way of welcoming them to the Setauket school family, the kindergarten teachers helped each of the young scholars sound the bell to signify the start of their elementary career. To commemorate the end of their journey at Setauket, members of the sixth-grade class once again toll the bell in late June. This year’s kindergartners will have the chance to ring the school bell again in June of 2019, as they move up to P.J. Gelinas Junior High School. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153420 Tue, 25 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153420 Schools Welcome New District Students Junior high school students new to the Three Village Central School District were welcomed into their latest surroundings by members of their schools’ student government organizations in mid-September during a new student breakfast program. During the event, the 25 P.J. Gelinas and 22 R.C. Murphy junior high school students enjoyed a bagel breakfast and the opportunity to learn more about their schools. Student government representatives conducted ice-breaker activities at each school and spoke with their incoming peers about the buildings’ clubs, classes and extracurricular offerings. “I can remember how nervous I felt when I came to junior high in seventh grade…just think, it must be 10 times harder for our new students, since they are starting the year not only at a new school but also in a new district,” stated Gelinas Student Government President Rebecca Cimini. “We hope that this program helps to put some of their fears at ease, and that they feel more comfortable in their new school setting and know that they have a few new friends at Gelinas.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153419 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153419 WMHS Community Homecoming - 29 Saturday, September 29 at 12:00. Pleaseclick here for details. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153418 Mon, 24 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153418 Ward Melville HS Boasts 13 National Merit Semifinalists Ward Melville High School is proud to announce that 13 seniors have been named semifinalists in the 2013 National Merit Scholarship Program. Congratulations to Michael Arato, Rachel Gutman, Joanna Jin, Ciara Kernan, Kirpal Kochar, Cristina Mata, Phoebe McAuliffe, David Miller, Graham Preston, Srilaksmi Rao, Cathy Wang, Tracy Wang and Gloria Zheng. “It’s so rewarding to see the accomplishments and achievements of our students recognized,” stated Principal Dr. Alan Baum. “Their hard work and dedication to their studies will continue to open doors to many possibilities. I wish them all the best as they move forward in the competition and in their studies. I am very proud of them!” These talented high school students qualified for this honor as a result of their placement scores on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). As semifinalists, the students now have the opportunity to continue in the competition for some 8,300 National Merit Scholarships, worth more than $32 million. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153416 Mon, 17 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153416 Students Perform in 10th Anniversary Teen Issue Play This October marks the 10th anniversary of the P.J. Gelinas Junior High School Theatre Arts Company’s adolescent issues play program. To commemorate the anniversary, the school’s students will be putting on an encore production of the school’s original play “Choices,” which was co-written by director Robert DePersio and former Assistant Principal Tony Santana. A free performance for community members will take place on October 10 at 7 p.m. in the school’s auditorium. Any students attending this performance must be accompanied by an adult. “Choices” touches upon two issues extremely prevalent in today’s society: bullying and texting. During the play, the audience will watch an adolescent struggle with the consequences of texting an inappropriate picture and witness how bullying impacts the many different characters both individually as well as part of a school environment. Following the free performance, school social worker Debbie Johnston will make a short presentation on the ways to identify a bully, the definition of bullying, and the impact bullying has on a school environment. Additionally, she will be discussing strategies and interventions that students and parents can utilize to address bullying issues, as well as Gelinas’ efforts and methods to promote an atmosphere of acceptance and respect in the school. The school’s students will have the chance to view the play during the day of October 10. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153417 Mon, 17 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153417 Notice of Pertussis at R.C. Murphy JH Please click here for an important letter from the Suffolk County Department of Health Services. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153055 Tue, 11 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153055 Three Village Remembers 9/11 Paying tribute to those lives lost and the brave men and women who came to the nation’s aid on that historic day, students, teachers and staff members in the Three Village Central School District marked the 11th anniversary of 9/11 in their own ways this year. Proudly carrying 72 flags, which were purchased last year with a donation from the school’s student government, students at Ward Melville High School once again worked to create a patriotic display on the front lawn of the building. The flag bearers were randomly selected during their eighth-period class; the 11th student on the class roster was chosen to represent his or her class and carry a flag. Passing motorists showed their support of the students’ efforts by honking their horns and waving as the flags were secured to their posts along Old Town Road. The completed display will remain up through the week of 9/11. “I think it is a really special way to pay tribute to those who lost their lives on 9/11,” stated junior Melanie Mackey. “The display is a symbol of our school coming together to salute those who served and are serving, as well as a reminder that we will never forget what the day means.” P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high school students blanketed the schools’ front lawns early in the morning on 9/11 for a special remembrance program. Exiting the schools in silence, the students and staff members gathered around the flagpoles to commence the programs. After reciting the Pledge of Allegiance and observing a moment of silence, select student-musicians performed a patriotic song and during their program Murphy band teacher Todd Schievelbein performed “Taps” on the trumpet. “Most of our staff probably remembers exactly where they were and what they were doing on this tragic day 11 years ago,” stated Murphy Assistant Principal Kevin Finnerty. “Our students were only two or three years old – too young to fully understand what was happening on this day. But now they are old enough and mature enough to understand that every generation will face a tragedy of some type. What counts is not how it happened or the reason it did, but how that generation handles it, and whether it has made them smarter and stronger.” Before concluding their ceremonies, the ringing of a bell was heard at both junior high schools. The bell rang four times at Murphy, one for each plane, and 11 times at Gelinas to mark the 11th anniversary. “Today, the Gelinas Junior High School family paid their respects to those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001,” stated acting Principal Dr. Paul Gold. “While today is certainly a sad day for all Americans, we at Gelinas took the opportunity to embrace this time and reflect upon how we live our lives and treat those that surround us every day. I am very proud of the students and faculty as they treated the day with the dignity and respect that it deserves.” P.J. Gelinas Junior High School R.C. Murphy Junior High School Ward Melville High School http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153054 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153054 Professional Development Opportunities for Novice Teachers The Three Village Central School District continued its efforts to ensure that its teachers are afforded opportunities for professional development this fall by offering a two-day after-school orientation program for the district’s novice teachers. During the workshop, the teachers received information regarding important state and district initiatives, how to utilize the district’s technological resources and the process for designing effective lesson plans and assessments. Additionally, teacher mentors Brenda Lamiroult and Kristianna Martindale spoke in great detail about the district’s mentoring program, opportunities for professional development and New York State certification requirements. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153056 Sun, 09 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153056 Three Village Education Foundation Annual Fundraiser! Be part of an exciting 50/50raffle worth up to $25,000!! Only 500 tickets available.All proceeds go back to the students! Pleaseclick here for more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153053 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153053 Fall Community Swim Program Registration - Monday, September 10, 2012 Please click here for the Community Swim brochure. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153052 Thu, 06 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153052 Welcoming in the School Year Despite the teeming rain, joy and smiles blanketed the Three Village Central School District community on Tuesday, September 4 as the district’s students returned to the classroom for their first day of school. As students arrived at their respective schools ready to start the 2012-2013 school year they were greeted by their buildings’ teachers and administrators, all prepared to face the year ahead with gusto. The district is looking forward to a successful year ahead, working with the community’s young scholars and nation’s future leaders. The district encourages all residents to stay informed of happenings in the schools and district information by visiting its website www.threevillagecsd.org regularly. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153050 Tue, 04 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153050 APPR the Focus of Superintendent’s Conference Day For an event primarily focused on the district’s new Annual Professional Performance Review program, Three Village Central School District faculty and staff members gathered at Ward Melville High School in late August to attend the first Superintendent’s Conference Day of the 2012-2013 school year. Before getting to the heart of the conference, welcoming addresses were given by Board of Education President Dr. Jeffrey Kerman, Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Pedisich and organization presidents Vincent Vizzo (Three Village School Administrators Association), Claudia Reinhart (Three Village Teachers Association) and Pam Gallo (Parent-Teachers Association). “The Board is committed to helping to provide every student in our district with a superb education, and we are confident that you will deliver this education,” stated Dr. Kerman. “We are proud to have each and every one of you in our district and wish you all success, as the success of our district is based on the success of each one of you.” In her inaugural address, Superintendent Pedisich expressed her enthusiasm for her new position and shared her positive outlook for the year ahead, driving home the program’s theme of “Building on the Best – We Are All in This Together.” Addressing the crowd, Ms. Pedisich stated, “You hold the future in your hands and you possess the power to make a difference for every one of your students. [Throughout the year] we must remain steadfast with our goals and expectations. I implore you to remember what made you want to be an educator and embrace that passion.” As the discussions turned to APPR, Ms. Pedisich and Ms. Reinhart provided an overview of the required policy, which went into effect this year. During the presentation, Ms. Pedisich made special mention that the new policy is in essence an extension of the evaluation plan the district has had in place for the past several years. However, because the previous plan was locally developed, the district has had to spend a great deal of time adjusting it based on the state’s requirements. Continuing with the thorough review of APPR, staff members broke into their respective departments to discuss the policy in greater detail and the specific ramifications it has for their individual areas. At the conclusion of the program, staff members attended faculty meetings in their respective buildings. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153051 Mon, 03 Sep 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153051 To use our safe school helpline, please visit the link to the left. Safe School Helpline http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153049 Thu, 30 Aug 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153049 Summer Orientations Help Students Transition While the weather outside was reminder that there were still a few days of summer vacation left to enjoy, junior high and high school students in the Three Village Central School District eagerly headed back to school to attend their new buildings student orientation programs this August. The incoming seventh-grade classes at P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy junior high schools had the chance to take a walking tour of their new schools, open their lockers, and speak with upperclassman volunteers from the schools’ student government organizations who were on hand to assist their new classmates during the event. Speaking about the purpose of the event, Gelinas Acting Principal Paul Gold commented, “Today was a wonderful opportunity for our incoming seventh-grade students to become familiar with the Paul J. Gelinas Junior High School. With over 300 seventh-graders and their parents in attendance, the students were provided access to the entire school so that they could see their classrooms, try their lockers, reunite with old friends and make new ones from other elementary schools. With the help of our grade eight and nine student government volunteers and their teacher/advisor, Brian Scripture, our seventh-grade attendees had a chance to become familiar with their new buildings and will hopefully feel more comfortable as they come to school on September 4th." Murphy Principal Vinny Vizzo added, "It was awesome to have to noise back in the hallways after a quiet summer. The seventh-graders and their parents quickly became part of the Murphy family. We are so excited to have them join us!" During the orientation program at Ward Melville High School, members of the incoming 625-student tenth-grade class joined their parents in the school’s auditorium to listen as district administrators provided a brief overview on the rules of the building and the school’s multitude of offerings. An overarching theme in each of their messages was for the students to get involved and ask for help whenever they need it. Student Government President and Board of Education liaison Yaela Collins shared a story about her first day of tenth grade and encouraged the students, “Be authentic; be yourself. Everyone here is very accepting of each other, and our school has so many things to offer each one of you. I urge you to think about things beyond the classroom; be sure to get involved.” Following the talk, the students had the chance to tour the high school, practice opening their lockers and speak with district staff members. The back-to-school orientation work will continue after the start of school, with each of the junior high schools hosting an annual welcome breakfast for junior high students new to the district, as well as co-curricular fairs to introduce the buildings’ variety of offerings. P.J. Gelinas Junior High School R.C. Murphy Junior High School Ward Melville High School http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153048 Wed, 29 Aug 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153048 Portal Opening Schedule for Student Class Assignments High School student schedules will be viewable in the Campus Portal on Monday, August 20, 2012 at 8:00 am. All students will be prompted to change their password from the current one to a new, secure password. Do not share your password with anyone. If you enter your e-mail address in your contact information, the system can e-mail you with password assistance. Junior High schedules will be available on the Portal on Thursday, August 23, 2012 at 8:00 a.m. Students in grades 7-9 will also be prompted to change their password (please seeabove). Elementary Portal will open on Monday, August 27, 2012 following the schedule below: Nassakeag - 8:00 am Mount 9:00 am Setauket 10:00 am Arrowhead 11:00 am Minnesauke 12:00 pm Please do not try to access the Portal until the assigned time as the server may get too busy. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153047 Fri, 17 Aug 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153047 Transportation Alert: Due to the inclement weather the dismissal of students from our Arrowhead ESY program will be delayed approximately 30 minutes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153046 Fri, 10 Aug 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153046 Tuesday, September 4, 2012 - First Day of School for Students http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153045 Mon, 06 Aug 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153045 Alumni Return to the Stage Ward Melville High School’s student-actors have been captivating audiences for years with their beautiful voices and outstanding acting abilities. In appreciation for all that they had learned about musical theater, and to help the school raise funds for this December’s musical “Into the Woods,” 20 alumni from the graduating classes of 2004-2011 returned to the Ward Melville stage to participate in July’s Annual Alumni Summer Recall Show. “I was thrilled to come back to Ward Melville for the show. I don’t believe that I would be where I am today without learning what I did as part of the school’s theater department and Camerata performing group,” stated 2004 alumna Sara Morabito, who is currently a freelance actor. The production, directed by music teacher Linda Contino, featured the alumni performing several of the songs they had originally sung while students at their alma mater, along with a few new numbers they selected themselves. Performing as soloists and in groups, the students transported the audience through a variety of musicals during the two-act show. As masters of ceremony, Ward Melville senior Trevor Pearson and junior Anthony Zambito kept the show flowing smoothly. The district would like to thank the following alumni for participating in this event and invite any interested graduate who was active in the school’s musical theater department while at Ward Melville to contact Ms. Contino for information about next year’s Recall Show. Clare Bucaro - Class of 2010 Daniel Chiu - Class of 2012 Jessica Contino - Class of 2011 Leanne Contino - Class of 2011 Michael Contino - Class of 2007 Ryan Cooper - Class of 2011 Zoe Dunmire - Class of 2011 Jason Francey - Class of 2010 Brianna Gobetz - Class of 2009 Allie Gold - Class of 2011 Nathan Haltiwanger - Class of 2011 John Kinney - Class of 2007 Lisa Lauto - Class of 2009 Sara Morabito - Class of 2004 Brandon Murtagh - Class of 2010 Patricia Moore - Class of 2010 Ricky Nilsson - Class of 2011 Hope Pedisich - Class of 2009 Amanda Sardzinski - Class of 2005 Jenna Wolf - Class of 2007 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153043 Wed, 25 Jul 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153043 Three Village Musical Theatre 9th Annual Summer Show Tickets Now Available Show Dates - Tuesday, July 24 at 7:00 pm (JUST ADDED!!!) Wednesday, July 25 at 12:00 and 7:00 pm Thursday, July 26 at 7:00 pm All performances at Murphy Junior High School Please call 631-327-9872 for tickets http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153040 Thu, 12 Jul 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153040 Fall 2012 Continuing Education Brochure Please click here for the Fall 2012 Continuing Education brochure. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153042 Wed, 11 Jul 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153042 Campus Portal Is Now Open for Secondary Students All Grade 1 through 12 end of year report cards are now viewable in the Campus Portal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153038 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153038 Honoring the Ward Melville Class of 2012 Congratulations to the Class of 2012 who, on June 24, officially became the newest Ward Melville High School alumni. With proud family and friends awaiting the chance to applaud their graduates, Principal Dr. Alan Baum, Valedictorian Tiffany Chang and Co-Salutatorians Ariel Yang and Jack Zhou, among others, addressed the class. Their speeches encouraged students to embrace the future with optimism and live life to the fullest. Dr. Baum and Assistant Principal Michael Owen met the seniors at the foot of the dais to present them with their diplomas, making it official. Best wishes for future success! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153037 Sun, 24 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153037 Alumni Summer Recall show ALUMNI SUMMER RECALL SHOW @Ward Melville HS Auditorium FRIDAY JULY 13, 2012 - 7:30PM Tickets $10 at the door To benefit the WMHS Musical call 730-4357 for information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153039 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153039 Summer Instrumental Music and Summer Theatre Programs Begin on Monday, June 25, 2012 Summer Instrumental Music Program begins at Gelinas on Monday, June 25, 2012 Please contact summermusic@optonline.net or 631-599-3942 with questions. Walk in registration will take place at Gelinas. Summer Theatre Program begins at Murphy on Monday, June 25, 2012 Please contact tvtmc@optonline.net or 631-327-9872 with questions. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153036 Thu, 21 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153036 Three Village Budget Passes Residents in the Three Village Central School District voted to support the 2012-13 budget on June 19, by a vote of 4,306 Yes to 1,961 No. Thank you to all of the residents who participated in the important vote. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153035 Tue, 19 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153035 Honoring Excellence The Three Village Central School District is proud to announce the selection of Tiffany Chang as Ward Melville High School’s Class of 2012 valedictorian and Ariel Yang and Jack Zhou as co-salutatorians. These high-ranking seniors have demonstrated an impressive ability to balance academics with a variety of school and community activities. Chang is an AP Scholar with Honor, a National Merit Scholarship Commended Student, a member of the National Honor Society, the treasurer of the French Honor Society and a researcher in Ward Melville’s InSTAR Program, through which she submitted a project to the Intel Science Talent Search. A lover of mathematics, she will attend Brown University in the fall to study applied mathematics and economics in hopes of pursuing a career as an actuary. With accolades such as AP Scholar with Distinction, National Merit Finalist and Regional Winner of the National Science Bowl, it is easy to see that Yang represents the characteristics of excellence that reflect the Three Village Central School District. Scientifically and mathematically inclined, she will be attending Stony Brook University in the fall as a member of the Engineering Scholars for Medicine program. With an equally impressive academic resume that includes recognition as an AP Scholar with Distinction, and being named a finalist in the National Merit Scholarship Competition as well as a semifinalist in the Intel Science Talent Search and Siemens Competition, Zhou’s work ethic cannot go unnoticed. He will be attending Harvard University in the fall, where he will major in biomedical engineering. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153034 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153034 A Tight ‘Knit’ Community Well done to the eighth-grade students of R.C. Murphy Junior High School’s Family and Consumer Science course. These students took advantage of the opportunity to volunteer in a service-learning project in which they knitted a variety of caps. The caps were donated to the neonatal and pediatric oncology units of Stony Brook University Hospital, as well as to the school’s food pantry. As part of the sewing unit, and to reinforce the concepts of community service, students created these caps quarterly using looms donated by the school’s parent teacher organization. To date, the students have produced approximately 250 caps for the hospital and food pantry. With three deliveries made this school year, these eighth-graders have learned a valuable lesson in community service and giving. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153033 Tue, 12 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153033 Budget Revote - Tuesday, June 19, 2012 - Follow links to Budget Newsletter Budget revote on June 19, 2012 from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm at your local elementary schools. Click herefor updated Budget Newsletter http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153032 Tue, 12 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153032 Minnesauke School 6th Grade Moving Up Ceremony Will Be Held on June 21, 2012 Minnesauke School 6th Grade Moving Up Ceremony date was changed from June 20 to June 21 at 10:00. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153031 Mon, 11 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153031 Nassakeag Students Help Heroes Nassakeag Elementary School students added another link in their chain reaction of kindness, inspired by the Rachel’s Challenge citizenship program. The school took part in the Brookhaven National Laboratory Brookhaven Veterans Association Adopt-A-Platoon program, donating over 40 boxes of requested items to 20 soldiers stationed in Afghanistan. The boxes contained useful items such as socks, hand warmers, playing cards, non-perishable food items and handwritten thank you notes intended to remind soldiers of the support they have from home. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153030 Mon, 04 Jun 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153030 Three Village Student-Athletes Sign Letters of Intent Congratulations to the following nine Ward Melville High School senior athletes on signing letters of intent to play at the Division I and II collegiate levels. Demi Antipas - fencing, Temple University Danielle Brando - fencing, Queens College Kyle Brennan - baseball, University of Buffalo Courtney Caputo - softball, Franklin Pierce University Lindsay McCulloch - field hockey, Colgate University Caroline O’Hea - track and field, University of North Carolina Vanessa Pryor - field hockey, Northeastern University Alex Michaels - track and field, Wofford College Matt Lorusso - baseball, West Virginia Wesleyan Also recognized for their commitment to play at the Division III collegiate level were: Pierce Curran - wrestling, Case Western University Lauren O’Hern - volleyball, State University of New Paltz Anthony Padrazo - baseball, Clarkson University John Petrie - fencing, Johns Hopkins University Students smiled for photographs and signed their letters in a room full of proud parents, coaches and administrators. Congratulations to these student-athletes! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153029 Mon, 28 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153029 What Is a Flame? The sixth-grade students of Setauket Elementary School were invited to participate in the final round of judging of the “Flame Challenge,” presented to scientists by actor Alan Alda. On March 2, Mr. Alda asked scientists to answer the question “What is a flame?” with a response that a child would be able to understand and appreciate. Entries for the competition have been reviewed and judged by sixth-grade students in schools across the globe. During a videoconference led by Mr. Alda himself, Setauket was joined by eight other schools from around the world, including schools in Alaska, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, China, St. Croix, Germany, Canada and Belgium, to explore the nine final entries and discuss what the qualifying factors would be in a submission worthy of being announced the winner at the World Science Festival in New York City on June 2. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153028 Thu, 17 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153028 School Budget & Board of Education Results The school budget results are: 3,981 votes YES and 3,035 votes NO, which is 56.74% YES and 43.26% NO and results in a failed budget. The capital project has passed. The Board of Education Trustee vote results for 2 open seats are: Connors: 4.438 Fusco- Winslow: 2,899 Bavlnka - 3,957 Please click here for details http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153027 Tue, 15 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153027 Budget Vote - Tuesday, May 15, 2012 - 6:00 am to 9:00 pm District Budget Vote and Board of Education election Tuesday, May 15, 2012 from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm at your local elementary school http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153025 Fri, 11 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153025 Remembering Mom Kindergarten students of Arrowhead Elementary School honored their moms in a very special way just in time for Mother’s Day. Mothers were invited to their children’s classrooms for a holiday celebration in which they were presented with handmade gifts. Among these gifts were student handprints that were used to create the petals of a floral bouquet. In addition to reading books, students performed a special dance and song for their mothers while a video montage of students’ photos flashed on the screen behind them. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153026 Thu, 10 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153026 Summer Swim Registration - Wed., May 16, 2012 at 6:00 for Residents Please open brochure for more information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153023 Thu, 10 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153023 Video: Budget Update - Series 3 Interim Superintendent Neil Lederer talks about the 2012-13 proposed budget. This is the third and final video on budget matters. View the archived video http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153357 Thu, 10 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153357 Mount’s Museum of Presidents Todd Arnesen’s fifth-grade students at W.S. Mount Elementary School spent a great deal of time researching the biographies of United States presidents and their wives. Each student chose a president or first lady to study and present to his or her parents during a “Presidential Wax Museum” exhibit. During the event, which was held in the school’s gymnasium, attendees had the opportunity to visit each president and first lady and listen as the character presented an “autobiographical” account of his or her life. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153024 Tue, 08 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153024 Arrowhead's Food Pantry 2nd Annual Car Wash on Saturday, May 12 Arrowhead's Food Pantry, Help Us Help, will be holding their 2nd annual car wash right in the Arrowhead bus circle on Saturday, May 12, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. $4.00 per car will go directly to the pantry and you will get your car washed by smiling faces! Hope to see you there! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153022 Tue, 08 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153022 A Community that Cares The Three Village Central School District recently sponsored the Fifth Annual Contractors for Kids 5K Run/Walk at R.C. Murphy Junior High School to benefit families of chronically ill children in need of support. This year, the district’s Health and Wellness Council coordinated with the 5K run to simultaneously host an exciting districtwide Health and Wellness Fair. The event featured a wide assortment of local health-related vendors and over 1,200 participants. Proceeds from the fundraiser were used to benefit 15-year-old Michael Hubbard of Riverhead, who suffered third-degree burns on over 40 percent of his body during a family barbecue. Through the combined efforts of the day’s events, approximately $37,000 was raised to benefit Michael’s family and others like his. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153021 Tue, 01 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153021 Please Vote for Mount Student, Jessica Wang's Poster! Jessica Wang won the NY State Sun Wise Poster Contest for 2012! (This is Mount's second year in a row winning!) Please vote for her to win Nationally (a trip for her and her family to go to Disney World)! Follow these directions from your home computer: Go to http://shadefoundation.org click vote, unlockcode: shade / school code: voting12, click unlock ballot, (don't fill anything in again) just click confirm unlock, on the next page click the oval next to NY (you will see Jessica's drawing), scroll to bottom and click confirm, on the next page click vote! Thank you so much for your support! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153020 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153020 Budget Information The District has created a webpage containing information regarding the 2012-2013 budget process. Using “Quick Links” to the left of the homepage will bring you to this new page. Information will be updated regularly, and members of the community are encouraged to visit the webpage in order to remain current with the information being posted. Click here to visit the Budget Information Page http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153340 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153340 Meet the School Board Candidates The Three Village Council of PTAs invites you to “Meet the School Board Candidates” on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. in the Ward Melville High School auditorium. The candidates running for the open seats on the Board of Education are Deanna Bavlnka, William F. Connors, Jr. and Andrea Fusco. The evening will be moderated by the Suffolk Regional PTA and will consist of a brief introduction of each candidate, a position statement from each candidate, and an audience question-and-answer period. This is an opportunity to discuss and explore the issues facing the Three Village Central School District and familiarize yourself with the candidates who could be making decisions that shape your community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153018 Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153018 Spring into Art The ninth annual “Spring into Art” K-12 student art exhibit is taking place at the Ward Melville Heritage Organization’s Educational and Cultural Center on Saturday, April 28, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Center will take on the appearance of an art gallery to display the artwork of the district’s students, grades K through 12. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153019 Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153019 Pesticide Alert - Children Should Be Aware of This Warning Please click here for important information about pesticides. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153017 Fri, 20 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153017 Memorial Day Weekend School Closing Reminder! Our school district did not incur any emergency closing days this school year. Therefore, ALL SCHOOLS will be closed on Friday, May 25, Monday, May 28 AND Tuesday, May 29, 2012. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153015 Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153015 Secondary Students and Parents - 3rd Marking Period Report Cards are available in the Portal Please log into the Campus Portal to view the report cards of students in grades 7-12. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153016 Thu, 19 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153016 Minnesauke Student Leaders Five students in the fifth grade at Minnesauke Elementary School were selected to attend the Junior National Young Leaders Conference (JrNYLC) in Washington, D.C. These five students, Victor Costigliola, Jose Mena, Dylan Pallonetti, Madison Poggi and Jordan Stair, were nominated because of the leadership potential they demonstrate in their school. They will have an opportunity to further develop this potential during the six-day conference they will take part in during the summer. The goal of the conference is to empower and inspire students for future leadership by having them examine the leaders of the past. Through the development of their skills, they will be able to impact their schools and communities in positive ways. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153014 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153014 WMHS Spring Concert I (Orchestra), April 19, 2012 April 19, 2012 in the High School Auditorium 7:30pm http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153967 Sun, 15 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153967 Junior High Performers Take to the Stage Congratulations to the talented student performers and musicians of P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Junior High Schools, who recently entertained audiences during the District’s annual musical theater performances. The Gelinas Theater Company, under the direction of Melissa Anderson, presented the Rogers and Hammerstein classic The King and I. The Murphy Theater Company, staged and directed by Anthony Pollera, chose to present the comedy horror rock musical Little Shop of Horrors, written by Howard Ashman and composed by Alan Menken. In both cases, the performances were an exceptional display of talent on the part of all cast and crew. Bravo! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153966 Sat, 07 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153966 Trading in the Football for the Pen The students in grades four, five and six of Arrowhead and Nassakeag Elementary Schools received a special visit from Tim Green, a former defensive lineman for the Atlanta Falcons and a bestselling author. Mr. Green has written a popular series of children’s books based on his own athletic and coaching experiences. He addressed students and discussed with them the importance of reading and education. “To be successful in entertainment, you need luck,” remarked the former defensive lineman. “But to be a successful teacher, doctor or lawyer, you need an education.” The entertaining author read two chapters from his most recent children’s novel Pinch Hit and took time to answers students’ questions. He also signed every copy of the 100 books he purchased for the District’s fifth-grade classes. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153965 Sat, 31 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153965 Three Village Education Foundation Mini Grant Application The Three Village Educational Foundation (3VEF) invites all teachers to apply for a mini-grant up to $500 for the 2012-2013 school year. Last year, the Foundation was able to fund many teacher projects in the Three Village schools. The mini-grant program supports the Foundation’s mission to promote excellence, support opportunities that enhance teaching and prepare students to become tomorrow’s leaders. Projects may be single or multiple classrooms, interdisciplinary, multi-grade, or school-wide. The Foundation’s goal is to support teachers’ interests and creativity. Please follow this link to the online application. Deadline is May 23, 2012. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153964 Fri, 30 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153964 Bucketfillers for Life Students of W.S Mount Elementary School recently took part in the character education “Bucketfillers For Life” presentation. Faith Smith, Regional Director of New York, addressed students grades K-6, during two age appropriate, interactive sessions and impressed upon her audience the notion that words and actions affect others. At the conclusion of the presentation, after students took the “Bucketfillers Pledge,” promising to do their best to “fill a bucket” daily, Ms. Smith presented a certificate to principal Nathalie Lilavois declaring Mount an official bucketfilling school. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153963 Sun, 25 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153963 Zumba for Autism - Monday, April 2 at 5:30 April is Autism Awareness Month - Come shake it for a great cause! DJ, 90 minutes of ZUMBA from trained instructors, raffle prizes, refreshments, event t-shirts and Autism awareness merchandise available for purchase. No experience necessary. Check in 5:30 PM SHARP! $15/person (teachers, parents, community members) - $10 HS and JHS students aged 15 and older. Checks made payable to "TVCSD" - all proceeds to benefit NSASA (Nassau Suffolk Chapter of Autism Society of America - www.nsasa.org Pay at the door or reserve your spot today. Send payment with your name and email address to AMY CUSUMANO (ZUMBA for Autism), WMHS 380 Old Town Road East Setauket, NY 11733 Email acusuman@3villagcsd.org for more info. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153962 Wed, 21 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153962 Advocacy Effort for Equitable Aid Distribution A public advocacy effort for fair state aid funding for Long Island school districts was recently held at a rally held in Hauppauge. Hundreds of Long Island residents turned out to make their thoughts known about the inequities associated with the distribution of state aid to Long Island school communities. Long Island's taxpayers send 17 percent of their earned income to Albany in the form of tax dollars, but only 12 percent of the total amount of state aid is distributed to Long Island schools. The Three Village CSD has set up a web page in which residents can send letters of support for equitable aid distribution to Senator John Flanagan, who chairs the Education committee, and Assemblyman Steve Englebright. You can support this effort by clicking here. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153961 Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153961 Little Shop of Horrors at Murphy Little Shop of Horrors at RC Murphy JH - Beginning March 27, 2012 Tues/Wed, March 27-28 at 6:30 pm Thur/Fri/Sat, March 29-31 at 7:30 pm Click Here for Ticket Info http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153370 Tue, 20 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153370 Save Long Island Schools Advocacy Week Save Long Island Schools Advocacy Week March 19, 2012 - March 23, 2012 Click for more information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153960 Mon, 19 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153960 Bring in the Clowns For students at Minnesauke Elementary School, a recent physical education unit meant a trip to the circus! Students were visited by two members of the National Circus Project: Little Lou, a clown who caused mischief, and Adam Van Houten, juggler extraordinaire, who spent a week teaching the students a variety of circus skills. During classes, students learned how to spin plates, juggle, and manipulate devil sticks and diabolos, two instruments frequently used in the circus community. As a culminating exercise, the sixth-grade students performed their newly acquired skills for their parents. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153959 Sat, 17 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153959 Attn: Elementary Parents Gr. 1-6 - The Report Card is now viewable in the Campus Portal The 2nd trimester report card for students in grades 1 -6 is now viewable in the portal. The kindergarten paper report card will be distributed home with the student. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153369 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153369 Ithaca College Choir Concert, March 16, 2012 at WMHS at 7:00 pm The Ward Melville Camerata, Concert Choir and Women's Choir will also perform. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153958 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:00:00 GMT false153958 Student’s Essay Selected by Elks Club Christine Driscoll’s sixth-grade health classes at Arrowhead Elementary School took part in a local drug awareness essay writing contest. The contest was themed “Why I Choose Not to Use” and was sponsored by the Port Jefferson Elks Club. Arrowhead student Noor Kamal won first place for her essay not only at the District level, but from among all entries received at the lodge level, as well. She has now been entered into the New York State competition in hopes of advancing to the national level. Expressing pride in Noor’s essay and the student body of Arrowhead, Ms. Driscoll stated, “I think her essay is a powerful example of the positive character we build here in Three Village. I could not be more proud of her.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153957 Sat, 10 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153957 An Out of This World Lesson Fifth-grade students of W.S. Mount Elementary School took part in a team-based, interactive educational experience through the e-Missions™ Moon, Mars, and Beyond simulation during the week of February 27. Commander Romanek, flight director at Mission Control from the Challenger Learning Center at Wheeling Jesuit University in West Virginia, conducted live, interactive scenarios in the classroom. The students, organized into five planet teams, worked cooperatively to assist NASA in locating and rescuing a spaceship orbiting an outer planet. Students used scientifically accurate data to solve problems. They also employed distance-learning technologies, such as the Internet and videoconferencing, in which the communications team, comprised of students, would report the findings of the “planet teams” to Mission Control in real time. Each member of a planet team had an individual problem-solving responsibility pertinent to the mission. Student teams worked together to determine the whereabouts of the missing ship based upon the information they acquired throughout the mission. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153371 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153371 5K Run & Health Wellness Fair, April 21, 2012 Contractor's for Kids and the Three Village School District announce the 5th annual 5K Walk/Run and Health and Wellness Fair. Please click here to view the flyer. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153362 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153362 Arrowhead's "Help Us Help" Food Pantry presents "Terry Parrett's Comedy Hypnosis Show" Arrowhead's "Help Us Help" Food Pantry proudly presents "Terry Parrett's Comedy Hypnosis Show". Friday, March 9th,7:00 pm in Arrowhead's auditorium. Tickets only $5. Pleasecall Bob Ceroni at 631-873-5074 or email bob.ceroni@cbmoves.com. Complimentary water bottles courtesy of Cataffo's Pizza of Stony Brook. Get ready to laugh! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153367 Mon, 27 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153367 Diversity Appreciation Night Students of Nassakeag Elementary School had the opportunity to participate in the immigration process and explore the cultures of the 16 countries represented during Diversity Appreciation Night. Students entered the building and were transported to the welcome center of “Ellis Island,” where they were invited to register. After receiving medical clearance from the Ellis Island nurses, visitors were given “passports.” Students earned passport stamps through a variety of methods, including singing a song, learning a cultural dance, tasting food from another country, or speaking the language of the country visited. “You learn new things about immigration and about the different cultures and countries of the world,” said fifth grader and student council member Varun Jindal. “Just by visiting the cafeteria!” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153368 Sun, 26 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153368 Teens for Jeans The National Junior Honor Society at Murphy Junior High School took part in the national Teens for Jeans campaign. The campaign, organized by Dosomething.org and Aéropostale, encourages students to collect gently used jeans for teens living in local shelters. As incentive for the students to contribute to the cause, the aforementioned organizations are offering a grand prize of $5,000 for the school that collects the most jeans, along with a new pair of jeans for every student in the school and a party for the entire student body! The students of Murphy Junior High School collected nearly 400 pairs of jeans for the campaign. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153366 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153366 12 National Merit Scholarship Finalists Named Congratulations to the twelve seniors originally designated as Semifinalists in the 57th Annual National Merit Scholarship Program who have been selected as Finalists in the competition. For the selectees, it was a remarkable honor to be chosen as twelve of the approximately 15,000 nationwide Finalists announced. These students will have the opportunity to compete for one of 8,300 National Merit Scholarships, worth over $34 million, offered in the spring. A variety of information is available for NMSC (National Merit Scholarship Corporation) selectors to evaluate when determining who will become the recipient of a Merit Scholarship award, including the Finalist's academic record, information about the school's curricula and grading system, two sets of test scores, the high school official's written recommendation, information about the student's activities and leadership, and the Finalist's own essay. Earning the title Merit Scholar is an honor that will be bestowed upon more than half of the students who achieve Finalist standing. Congratulations to these students on this magnificent accomplishment, and best of luck to them as they continue on the path toward becoming Merit Scholars! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153365 Sat, 11 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153365 Secondary Report Cards Are Now Viewable in the Portal The 2nd quarter report cards for students in grades 7-12 are now viewable in the Campus Portal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153363 Tue, 07 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153363 Physical Education and Video Games Students at W.S. Mount Elementary School in the Three Village Central School District were awarded the privilege of playing video games during the school day. Why? They were visited by the iGame4 program during their physical education classes, a program that promotes physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle by integrating active video games into school curricula. Students enjoyed building cardiovascular endurance and teamwork skills while playing Just Dance III and Kinect Adventures River Rush. The iGame4 program is not only aligned with the New York State Physical Education Learning Standards, but is a lot of fun! “This program is a great step in the right direction for health and fitness education,” said physical education teacher Jeff Bryant. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153364 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153364 Elementary Health Education Website Please see our new website containing information about our Health Education program in Three Village. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153361 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153361 Take Our Web Survey on Budget Priorities The Three Village CSD is seeking residents’ feedback on budget priorities for 2012-13 by encouraging participation in a web survey. The survey, which can be accessed through the link listed below, will be live for about 10 days. “Obtaining the opinions of our residents will enable us measure the perceptions and priorities for budget planning," said Superintendent Neil Lederer. "It is one element of an overall plan to garner as much input as possible as we build a budget for the next school year." You can access the survey by going to the following web address. If you cannot click through to the survey, please paste this address in your browser. http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/5ZLRLFP http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153360 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:00:00 GMT false153360 Spring Swim Registration - Wednesday, February 1, 2012 Please click here for the Swim Registration brochure. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153358 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153358 WMHS Senior Named Intel Finalist Congratulations to Anna Sato, Ward Melville High School senior, who has been named an Intel finalist for her research using nanotechnology to develop a passive filter capable of removing radioactive iodine and cesium from water. This project was inspired by the disaster at the Fukushima nuclear plant in Japan. Anna is one of only five Intel Science Talent Search (Intel STS) finalists on Long Island, and one of only forty students selected nationwide. She will present her research in Washington, DC at the Intel Science Talent Institute in March, and has the chance to win up to $100,000 in scholarship money. Good luck Anna! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153359 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153359 Celebrating Culture Students in the Global Language Honor Society of Murphy Junior High celebrated National Foreign Language Week. In recognition of this educational week, students offered cooking and culture classes in French, Italian and Spanish after school for fifth and sixth-grade students. During classes, the honor society members taught basic foreign language phrases and conducted a variety of hands-on cultural activities, including making crepes, piñatas and masks. Murphy students also celebrated the week by participating in trivia, door decorating and poster contests. In addition, ninth-grade honors students taught foreign language lessons to seventh-grade introductory classes. To conclude the week, Murphy held its fourth annual International Night. National Foreign Language Week was a great success for all those who participated. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153356 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153356 LISFA Festival Weather Announcement Information concerning any weather related changes in the Saturday morning Jan. 21 LISFA Elementary Rehearsal at Elwood Middle School will be posted at www.lisfa.org. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153355 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153355 Semifinalists Named in the 2012 Intel Science Talent Search Congratulations to Rocco Morra, Anna Sato, Shubha Sekar, Jesse Xing and Jack Zhou on being named semifinalists in the 2012 Intel Science Talent Search. These five students are among 300 semifinalists selected nationally. Finalists will be announced later this month and will travel to Washington, D.C. in March to compete for a first prize of $100,000. Congratulations and good luck! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153350 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153350 Celebrating Dr. King First-grade students in Michael Dragotta’s class at Minnesauke celebrated the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in a very special way. Students wrote letters, drew pictures and made cards that were sent to the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, Tennessee, where their work will be displayed for all to see. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153351 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153351 Sixth Annual Three Village Junior High School Jazz Nite Three Village JHS Jazz Nite The Gelinas and Murphy Junior High School Jazz Programs directed by Mark Portugal and Todd Schievelbein will conduct their Sixth Annual Jazz Nite on Wednesday evening, January 18th. Students will participate in clinics and a performance developed specifically for the Jazz Ensemble students. Both Junior High Schools will host the Gary Henderson Nonet. The student musicians will begin Jazz Nite by attending clinics in small group settings for each individual instrument. During this one-hour segment the students receive jazz performance instruction from adult professional musicians highly proficient on their instruments. The Nonet is comprised of Long Island music educators and metropolitan area professional musicians. The group features a refined instrumentation of three saxophones, trumpet, trombone, piano, guitar, bass and drums. Following the clinics the Gary Henderson’s group of musicians will perform a one half-hour concert at 7:30pm in the Murphy Junior High School auditorium. The free concert is open to the public and will be attended by all of the Jazz Ensemble students, their parents, friends and jazz enthusiasts. The third segment of the event will bring the Gelinas and Murphy Jazz Ensembles on-stage, joining their professional mentors in a massed ensemble performance. The musicians will perform three songs that were rehearsed during the earlier clinic sessions. This event was created in order for the students to experience the jazz idiom in a non-competitive environment, while providing an atmosphere of concentrated efforts on jazz performance. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153352 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153352 Spring 2012 Continuing Education Brochure Please click here for brochure and registration information. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153354 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153354 NYSSMA Registration Deadline Registration forms for the March 30-31, 2012 NYSSMA Festival at Port Jefferson should be returned to your school music teacher no later than Jan.19. Registration forms can be found on the district web-site; click on music department, then important forms. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153353 Thu, 12 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153353 Student-Athletes Sign Letters of Intent The Three Village Central School District would like to congratulate Ward Melville High School senior athletes Jordan Porretto (lacrosse), Alicia Ramos (lacrosse), Nicholas Nunziato (baseball), Frank Lucatuorto (lacrosse), John Edmonds (lacrosse), Andrew Archer (lacrosse), Ryan Kellerman (lacrosse), Jack Matthews (lacrosse), Ryan Buckley (lacrosse), James Coughlan (lacrosse) and Elizabeth Rullan (lacrosse/soccer) on signing letters of intent to play at the Division I and II collegiate and Service Academy levels. Also recognized for their commitment to play at the Division III collegiate level were Rebecca Arent (lacrosse), Caysea Cohen (golf), Adriana Morra (soccer) and Christopher Lilley (volleyball). In a room full of proud parents, coaches and administrators, students signed their letters and smiled for photos. “It is an honor to recognize these student-athletes and their parents for the time, effort and dedication they have given to their sport,” said Erin Blaney, Executive Director of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Athletics in Three Village. Addressing the students, she said, “We are so proud of you and look forward to following your careers at the collegiate level.” Congratulations to these student-athletes! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153349 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153349 A Furry Friend and a Good Book Setauket Elementary School in the Three Village School District has a very special visitor every Monday at 11:00 am: Charlotte, a Brussells Griffon who was adopted four years ago by Arlene Leone, Special Program Manager at Little Shelter. Charlotte was a “throw away,” an unwanted dog, and when Arlene saw her, she knew she could provide a permanent home for her. Since 1927, the not-for-profit Little Shelter of Huntington has been the oldest no-kill shelter on Long Island. The staff and volunteers have worked tirelessly to save the lives of companion animals like Charlotte whose lives are in jeopardy. The shelter operates on donations and has established the Little Shelter Humane Education Program, of which Charlotte takes part, as a way of giving back to the community. Charlotte is one of four reading dogs in the program. She has undergone weeks of training and is now able to visit schools like Setauket to work with students who need the additional support and confidence in their oral reading ability. Charlotte visits with six students on a weekly basis. The children take turns reading books to her and learn to interact with her as well as the other children in the group. This is the first year of the program at Setauket, and the changes in the students who have taken part have been positive. “The children are reading with much greater confidence,” said Leone. “It’s beautiful to see.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153348 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153348 PJ Gelinas presents Pasta and Pops Variety Show January 13, 2012 at 5:30 pm Please click here for more information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153347 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMT false153347 Regent Roger Tilles Visits Three Village School District On December 23, staff members of the Three Village School District had the opportunity to hear from keynote speaker Roger B. Tilles, New York State Regent for the Tenth Judicial District, as he addressed the group during their Superintendent’s Conference Day. One of only 17 New York State Regents, and the representative for 126 school districts in both Nassau and Suffolk County schools, Regent Tilles discussed the NYS reform agenda, the 2% tax cap, and the Board of Regents’ goal of closing the performance gap between schools. “It was an honor to have Regent Tilles visit with our staff,” said Interim Superintendent Neil Lederer. “He is certainly a friend to education, and we truly appreciate his words. I hope his words resonate with the Governor, and that these reforms will be modified to benefit our students.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153344 Mon, 26 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153344 Chocolate Houses Second-grade students of Kim Rosner’s and Jessica Oppenheim’s classes at Nassakeag Elementary enjoyed learning about and celebrating holiday traditions as part of the second-grade social studies curriculum. Students explored the similarities and differences of people living together in the same community. Through writing, literature, technology, cooking and art projects, the children shared their holiday traditions. Mrs. Rosner shared her family tradition of making and decorating chocolate houses with the students. She prepared 45 chocolate houses for the students of both classes to decorate with their parents during the annual in-school Chocolate House Party. The children were able to bring home their projects to share with their families during their holiday celebrations. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153345 Sun, 25 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153345 TVTA Blood Drive - January 18, 2012, 12:00 - 6:00 at Murphy SAVE THE DATE!!! TVTA Blood Drive! 12-6 pm Murphy More information to follow, but if you have questions now, please contact: John Black: jblack1@3villagecsd.k12.ny http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153346 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153346 W.S. Mount Welcomes a Champion Students of W.S. Mount Elementary School were visited by author, producer and New York Yankee advisor Ray Negron. Author of The Boy of Steel and The Greatest Story Never Told: The Babe and Jackie, Mr. Negron spoke to students about his life experiences and his newest book, One Last Time: Good-bye to Yankee Stadium, a story that honors the close of the original Yankee Stadium after 85 years. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153342 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153342 Embracing the Spirit of the Holidays Members of the student councils of R.C. Murphy Junior High School and Minnesauke and Arrowhead Elementary Schools took part in a “Stuff a Bus” event in which approximately 1,000 toys were donated, gathered and packed into a 17-foot box truck. They were delivered to the Gerald Ryan Outreach Center at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church in Wyandanch, where they will be shared with families in need. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153343 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153343 Fiddler on the Roof Comes to Ward Melville In early December, students of Ward Melville High School captivated a packed auditorium with three evening performances of Fiddler on the Roof, produced by the Ward Melville Music Department and the Ward Melville Players and directed by Linda Contino. The performance was a huge success. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153341 Fri, 16 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153341 Elementary Report Cards (grades 1-6) are now viewable in the Portal Please log into the Campus Portal to view your child's report card. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153339 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153339 Students Take a Stand Against Bullying Student representatives from W.S. Mount Elementary and P.J. Gelinas and R.C. Murphy Middle Schools attended the 11th annual Our Kids in Action Youth Conference (OKIA) Anti-Bullying Rally held at SUNY Farmingdale on Friday, December 2. OKIA highlighted teenagers on Long Island who have fought back against bullying by turning their experience into something positive that can benefit others in their communities and around the world. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153338 Thu, 08 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153338 WMHS Presents Fiddler on the Roof December 8, 9, & 10th at 8:00 pm WMHS Auditorium Call 730-4357 for tickets Click Here for more info and flyer http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153337 Tue, 29 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153337 “Battle of the Cans” at P.J. Gelinas Junior High School P.J. Gelinas Junior High School students competed against each other in the “Battle of the Cans,” a program sponsored by the school’s student government and the National Junior Honor Society. Collecting more than 695 cans of food, the eighth-grade class won the competition. More than 570 cans were donated by the seventh graders and over 400 cans were collected by the ninth-grade class. In total, the students were able to present Brian Beedenbender, Chief of Staff for Town of Brookhaven Supervisor Mark Lesko, with over 1,660 nonperishable donations for the Town of Brookhaven Youth Bureau. The Bureau will, in turn, offer the cans to various agencies that will provide food to families throughout the community. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153336 Sun, 27 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153336 TVTA Scholarship Show is a Hit More than 80 Three Village School District staff members, including administrators, teachers (retired and presently teaching), teaching assistants and substitutes, tried their hands in the world of theater production as they worked together to present The Wizard of Oz. The show raised money for the Three Village Teacher Association Scholarship Fund. The show, directed by Anthony Pollera, a theater arts and music teacher at R.C Murphy, ran from November 16 through 18. Every aspect of the show was conducted by members of the Three Village staff, from set construction and makeup application to costumes and music accompaniment. In addition, administrators acted as ushers during the performances to lend a helping hand. Bravo to the staff of the Three Village School District! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153335 Sun, 20 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153335 2011 Auditor’s Report/Management Letter/Financial Statement Auditor's Report - June 30, 2011 Financial Statements - June 30, 2011 Management Letter - June 30, 2011 http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153333 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153333 Five Ward Melville Students Named Siemens Semifinalists In late October, the Siemens Foundation announced the Semifinalists and Regional Finalists of the Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology, revealing the brightest high school minds in contention for one of the nation’s most coveted teen science prizes. Ward Melville ranked third in New York State with five Semifinalists: Tyler Corsello, Fay Lin, Anna Sato, Murali Varadaraj, and Jack Zhou. This original research competition in math, science and technology for high school students is administered annually by the College Board, and awards college scholarships ranging from $1,000 to $100,000 in individual and team categories. New York State placed first in the country with 57 Semifinalists. A record number of 1,541 projects nation-wide were received for the Siemens Competition this year. “I am continually amazed by the accomplishments of our InSTAR [science research program] students, and our Siemens Semifinalists are no exception,” said Principal Dr. Alan Baum. “It is amazing what these students are able to accomplish. They are owed a tremendous amount of credit for their determination, desire to learn and improve society, and motivation to succeed. It is also a credit to their parents, teachers and mentors who have encouraged them and guided their education. I am very proud of them and look forward to their further accomplishments.” Congratulations to these our hardworking research students! Siemens Semifinalists project list: Tyler Corsello-Stem cell gene, SALL4 represses target genes transcription through recruitment of DNA methyltransferases Xiaofei (Fay) Lin- Creating a Biocompatible Gelatin Model to Analyze the Effects of Substrate Rigidity on Cell Motility and Morphology Anna Soto- A Novel Adsorptive Filtration Approach for the Removal of Radioactive Isotopes of Iodine and Cesium from Water Jack Zhou- Multiplexed Molecular Imaging of Esophageal Cancer Using Molecularly Targeted SERS Nanoparticles and a Novel Endoscopic Probe. Murali Varadaraj- Unique Role of Aquaporin in Corneal Wound Healing http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153334 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153334 Secondary Report Cards Are Now Viewable via the Portal First quarter report cards for all students in grades 7-12 are now viewable in the Campus Portal. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153332 Wed, 16 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153332 Students Selected for State Physical Education Award Congratulations to Ward Melville High School students Anthony Humphreys and Lindsay McCulloch on their selection as recipients of The New York State Association of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (NYSAHPERD) Suffolk Zone Award. Each year, every high school in Suffolk County recognizes the top male and female physical education students based on the following criteria: physical education achievement, scholastic achievement, outstanding character, physical education class leadership, school-wide and/or community leadership, and positive role modeling. The health and physical education staff at Ward Melville High School were in unanimous in their selections. Congratulations Anthony and Lindsay! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153331 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMT false153331 Murphy’s a Cabaret On October 28, the gymnasium of the Murphy Junior High School was transformed into a cabaret for the over 800 people in attendance. A PTO fundraiser that began nine years ago, Cabaret Night at Murphy experienced its largest turnout ever this year. An event that once boasted a turnout of 150 guests in the cafeteria now packs the gymnasium. Audience members were entertained by musical performances, dance routines and comedy acts led by Murphy students, staff and parents. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153328 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 GMT false153328 Setauket Career Day Students in grades four through six at Setauket Elementary School had the opportunity to explore possible career paths and listen to presentations from members of the community during Setauket’s Annual Career Day. Visitors represented a variety of careers, ranging from orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists to inventors, policemen and art directors. Presenters explained the details of their occupation, including the schooling and determination required to take on the role. Students had the chance to ask questions and witness firsthand the possibilities that lay before them. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153330 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 GMT false153330 An Event for Sports Enthusiasts with Rohan Murphy http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152924 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152924 Scholar of Mathematics Named Congratulations to Emily Huang, a student enrolled at W.S. Mount, on being named a Long Island Young Scholar of Mathematics. Emily was one of only 75 students selected for this honor, placing her among the top one-tenth of one percent in math of all students on Long Island in her grade. Congratulations Emily, and keep up the great work! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=153329 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 04:00:00 GMT false153329 District Appoints New Superintendent During the October 25 Board of Education meeting, Three Village Central School District Board President, John Diviney, announced that after several years of searching, the Board was prepared to announce the selection of a new Superintendent of Schools. In a unanimous decision, the motion passed to appoint Cheryl Pedisich, former Assistant Superintendent for Education, Curriculum, Instruction, and Pupil Personnel Services, to the position. Ms. Pedisich will officially assume the role of Superintendent effective July 1, 2012. She has been appointed Deputy Superintendent, effective immediately, which will allow her and Interim Superintendent of Schools, Neil Lederer, to work together and ensure consistency of the Board’s approaches and initiatives. The appointment of a permanent superintendent has been one of the major tasks of the Board this year. Faced with the critical need for a permanent District leader, the Board worked with a search consultant to assist in identifying the appropriate qualities of a superintendent. “I am proud and happy to announce that we have found the person we feel represents all of the attributes and qualities that the Board felt were critical in order to move us forward and afford us the stability to face the challenges that lie ahead,” said Mr. Diviney. When asked for her thoughts, Ms. Pedisich said, “This is a great honor. I have to thank everyone, most especially the Board of Education for their confidence in me. I look forward to this position with great enthusiasm and dedication, as we all work together to sustain and support the excellence of the Three Village School District.” Ms. Pedisich has worked within the District for over 28 years. A graduate of Long Island University - C.W. Post, she began her Three Village career as a counselor in the guidance department. She chaired the department before going on to become the Assistant Director of Pupil Personnel, the Executive Director of Pupil Personnel, and ultimately, as of 2008, the Assistant Superintendent of Pupil Personnel. According to Mr. Diviney, “[Ms. Pedisich] has exhibited significant success and tremendous achievement in all of her positions. She has been exposed to all aspects of the District and has the extensive knowledge and expertise in the educational issues that we confront.” He went on to praise the quality of her leadership, compassionate diligence and work ethic. “She represents the best of what we aspire to in the District in terms of our staff and our kids, and how we want to be envisioned as a District. She has an unwavering dedication and commitment to our kids and the future of their education.” “It’s a great day for the District,” added Mr. Lederer. “We will continue to work together and she will be well prepared to take over on July 1. The District will be left in good hands!” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152922 Tue, 25 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152922 2011-2012 Board of Education Goals 2011-2012 Board of Education Goals http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152923 Tue, 25 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152923 Author Jon Scieszka Visits Three Village School District Award-winning children’s book author, Jon Scieszka, spoke to the district's 535 fourth grade students who were bused to Ward Melville HS for the October 11 presentation. Mr. Scieszka, known for his witty The True Story of the Three Little Pigs! (told from the wolf’s point of view) and Stinky Cheese Man books, as well as his popular series books, Time Warp Trip and SpaceHeadz, held students spellbound for 45 minutes with tales of his growing up years as one of six brothers in Michigan. Mr. Scieszka gave his presentation pro bono, and even presented each of the 535 students with an autographed copy of his popular SpaceHeadz #1. The books were provided by the elementary school Parent-Teacher Associations. Click here for a multimedia slide show of the event! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152917 Fri, 21 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152917 9th Annual Adolescent Issue Play: Pickin' A Bullying Story The Paul J. Gelinas Theatre Arts Program was proud to present its 9th Annual Adolescent Issue Play: Pickin' A Bullying Story. The Gelinas students performed on Wednesday, October 12, for their fellow 9th grade students during the school day and in the evening gave a free performance for the Three Village community. On Friday, October 14, they took the show "on the road" and performed 3 times for BOCES: Islip Career Center. The goal is to leave a lasting impression on students that will prevent bullying. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152918 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152918 Student Named Long Island Young Scholar of Mathematics Congratulations to Donald Della Pietra, a student co-enrolled at Gelinas and Ward Melville High School, on being named a Long Island Young Scholar of Mathematics. Donald was one of only 75 students selected for this honor placing him among the top one-tenth of one percent in math of all students on Long Island in his grade. He is currently participating in the Institute of Creative Problem Solving For Gifted and Talented Students at SUNY college at Old Westbury. Congratulations Donald and keep up the great work! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152916 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152916 Commended Students Named Congratulations to the following students for being named a Commended Student in the 2012 National Merit Scholarship Program. About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation are being recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Although they will not continue in the 2012 competition for National Merit Scholarships, Commended Students placed among the top five percent of more than 1.5 million students who entered the 2012 National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Congratulations to the following fine young scholars: Jennifer Bohlman Tiffany Chang Dhruv Desai Rachel Gallagher Sean Han Lucy He Sara Herschander Jennifer Li Sonya Li Lee Lopez James Ninia Anna Sato Rachel Sclafani Shubha Sekar Lauren Todd Aretha Walls Alexander Wolfe Jonathan Yin Victor Zheng http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152921 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152921 Students’ Writing Honored at Ward Melville The Three Village School District would like to congratulate Leanna O’Brien for being selected by the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) as a recipient of the 2011 NCTE Achievement Award in Writing. Leanna was one of only 520 students nationwide selected for this prestigious recognition. Congratulations also to Kelsey Weymouth-Little for her First Place Honor in the 2011 String Poet Poetry Contest honoring Women Writers of Tomorrow, a contest supported by the Walt Whitman Birthplace Association. Kelsey was honored for a poem she submitted last spring. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152919 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152919 Three Village Students Get into the Spirit of Autumn Students of the Three Village School District proudly displayed their scarecrow submissions for the 21st Annual Stony Brook Village Center Scarecrow Competition, with friends and family around to support them. Many schools in the District participated in the seasonal contest, including Mary Fernandes’ third-grade class from Arrowhead Elementary, who submitted “Docrow,” a character that came about after much brainstorming. “The class developed a list, with everyone adding their input. We then voted,” explained Mrs. Fernandes. “I discussed how this is a fair way of choosing the character, and the students were open to listening to their classmates’ ideas and opinions.” In addition, approximately 132 sixth-grade students, under the guidance of Arrowhead art teachers Rachel Condron and Chris Esser, showed off the seven-foot Play-Doh-themed scarecrow that they had designed, built, plastered and painted, which they accompanied with five oversized Play-Doh containers. Gelinas teacher Brian Scripture and members of the student government also created a submission in honor of breast cancer awareness month that was, as they described, “decked out in pink and featuring dancing ghosts.” The competition’s main purpose was to help decorate Stony Brook Village Center, but the students got much more out of it. "I didn't know it would be so much fun," said Jackie Sorvillo, a sixth grader at Arrowhead. All of the Three Village students embraced the idea of cooperating in order to create a masterpiece for their community. “I really liked how we all worked together,” remarked Erica Blaney, one of the Arrowhead students who participated in the construction of the scarecrow. “I also loved painting the Play-Doh buckets!” The scarecrows will be on display at the Stony Brook Village Center at Main Street on the Harbor until Monday, October 31. Voting ballots for the public are available in the stores located in the Village Center. Ballots will be accepted until Sunday, October 23. Winners will be announced at 2 pm on October 31. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152914 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152914 Mid Point of the Marking Period for Grades 7-12 Please check the Campus Portal for student grades. Open the Schedule and click on the "book" icon to open the grades for each course. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152912 Fri, 07 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152912 Three Village Education Foundation 5th Annual Gala Honoring Mr. Vincent Vizzo, Principal and Mr. Mike Vitale, Community Member Thursday, October 20, 2011 at Old Field Club visit www.3vef.org for more information http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152913 Thu, 06 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152913 School will be in session on Tuesday, November 8! School will be in session on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 - Election Day. December 23, 2011 will be a Superintendent's Conference Day for professional staff. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152910 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152910 PICKIN': A Bullying Story at PJG - Free Performance PICKIN':A Bullying Story(Ninth Annual Adolescent Issue Play) at Paul J.GelinasJHS - Free Performance Wednesday, October 12, 2011 @ 7:00 PM in the Auditorium. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152911 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152911 Walk for Beauty, October 2, 2011 Click above for Registration Form and additional info. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152907 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152907 Showing Spirit at Homecoming Homecoming was huge success, despite a Patriots loss. Over 4,000 students, staff and community members were in attendance at the pre-game carnival, showing their support for the Patriots Homecoming game against William Floyd High School. The cheerleaders and marching band performed during the half-time show. The homecoming parade consisted of students from every school in the district displaying their “Inspire the World” themed banners. The winning banner was selected from Murphy Junior High School. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152908 Sun, 25 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152908 Free K-6 Everyday Math Apps from Sept. 24-26! McGraw‐Hill Education is offering five of its ten Everyday Math Games Apps for FREE on September 24‐26, 2011 via the iTunes app store. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152906 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152906 Emma S. Clark Library Vote - Budget Passed! Annual Budget Yes – 323 No – 71 Thank you to all. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152905 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152905 K-6 Everyday Math Program Presentation Click here to view a presentation made to the B.O.E. on Tuesday, September 13, 2011. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152904 Tue, 20 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152904 Congratulations to the 12 Students Selected as National Merit Scholarship Semi-finalists Congratulations to the following students for being named a Semifinalist in the 2012 National Merit Scholarship Program. Three Village is very proud of these 12 academically talented seniors. They will have the opportunity to continue in the competition for some 8,300 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $34 million. All the best! Andrew Aicher Daniel Hsu Julia Huang Stephen Karp Allison La Rocco Rocco Mora Murali Varadaraj Kelsey Weymouth-Little Anna Whitney Jesse Xing Ariel Yang Jack Zhou http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152903 Sun, 18 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152903 Murphy Science Teacher Honored Jaclyn Steigert, a third-year earth science teacher at R.C. Murphy Junior High School, is being honored by STANYS (Science Teachers Association of New York State), an organization that aims to recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to science education. Ms. Steigert is this year’s recipient of the Fellows New Teacher Conference Award. This award benefits the career of a promising second- or third-year science teacher and supports his or her attendance at the 116th Annual STANYS Conference, which will be held at the Riverside Convention Center in Rochester, NY from November 5-8, 2011. As a participant in the conference, Ms. Steigert will attend a field trip into the Genesee River Gorge and attend special workshops. Congratulations! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152920 Sun, 18 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152920 L.I. Philharmonic Performances Please be advised that the L.I. Philharmonic Performance date has been changed to Thursday, March 8, 2012. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152902 Sun, 18 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152902 A District Remembers The Three Village School community honors heroes, remembers those who were lost on 9/11 and commits to community service as a way to celebrate the spirit of America in a post 9/11 world. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152901 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152901 FEMA Notice for Community Members This notice provides information for individuals who wish to apply for Federal assistance as a result of damage caused by hurricane Irene. The document contains English and Spanish versions of a notice prepared by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) entitled “How Do I Apply for Disaster Assistance?” FEMA Community Relations staff has asked that we distribute the notice via Suffolk school districts. Click here for document “How Do I Apply for Disaster Assistance?” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152900 Fri, 09 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152900 Welcome Back! The students of the Three Village School District enjoyed a successful first week of school. Everyone arrived with supplies in their school bags and smiles on their faces ready to learn. It was a great start to what will be a great year! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152899 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152899 Fall Swim Registration, Monday, Sept. 12 Click here for brochure http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152898 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152898 Mount Has Power! Due to the power outages and damage caused by Tropical Storm Irene on Sunday, August 28, the Three Village School District was without power. As the days passed, individual schools began to regain their electricity. As of September 1, W.S. Mount Elementary School was the only school left in the dark wondering whether they would be able to open on time. There is no longer concern, as the power has been currently restored through the use of a generator. “We are very grateful to the District for providing us with a generator while we wait for power,” stated W.S. Mount Principal, Dr. Nathalie Lilavois. “As of right now, we are fully operational and will open with the rest of the District on September 6.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152897 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152897 School Will Begin on Tuesday, September 6, 2011 Due to power outages and hazardous road conditions, and in consultation with the Emergency Management Team, the start of school will occur on Tuesday, September 6, 2011. There will be NO school for students on Thursday, September 1 and Friday, September 2, 2011. Teachers, TA's and paraprofessionals - Staff meetings on Friday, Sept. 2 at 7:45 am. More info to follow. Thank you for your patience and understanding during these challenging times. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152891 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152891 Edward Sallie Recognized Interim Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, Edward Sallie, was acknowledged for his commitment and dedication to the District during the August 30th Board of Education Meeting held at Setauket Elementary School. Board President, John Diviney, expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the work done by Mr. Sallie, and presented him with a plaque on behalf of the Board of Education “in recognition of his contributions and service to the Three Village School District.” Dr. Gary Dabrusky will hold the position of Assistant to the Superintendent for Human Resources moving forward. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152895 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152895 Supt.'s Conf Day for Faculty Rescheduled for Friday, Sept. 2 All faculty should report to WMHS on Friday, Sept. 2, 2011 at 7:45 am for district wide staff meetings. We will follow an abbreviated schedule (that was mailed home in August) of grade level and department meetings at the HS. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152896 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152896 Gradebook Workshop for Teachers Rescheduled The Gradebook workshop scheduled for August 27 has been rescheduled for Thursday, September 1 at 9:00 am. If you are interested in attending, please call 730-4040 to register. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152894 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152894 Week of August 29, 2011 - Listen to WALK radio Important announcements will also be communicated via WALK radio, 97.5. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152892 Mon, 29 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152892 10th Grade Schedule Changes 10th grade schedule changes will occur on Wednesday, August 30, at 9:00 am at Murphy JH. HS guidance counselors will be at Murphy to handle all 10th grade schedule changes. 11th and 12th grade changes will not be done on Wednesday - those can be done during the first week of school in the guidance office. Please do not arrive prior to 9:00 am. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152893 Mon, 29 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152893 Emma S. Clark Memorial Library Budget Vote Information September 21, 2011 – 2:00-9:00 pm Click here for more information Absentee Ballot Application http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152890 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152890 Presidential Volunteer Service Awards Congratulations to the several hundred students within the Three Village School District who were honored with Presidential Volunteer Service Awards. These awards are given to individuals or groups that have dedicated their time to improving the community through various service activities. Students received either a bronze, silver, or gold level award based on the number of community service hours they performed over a period of one year. Click to see the list of Students http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152889 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152889 JH Schedules Available via Portal on August 23 JH Schedules will be available on Tuesday,August 23 at 9:00 am. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152887 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152887 Fall 2011 Continuing Education Brochure Please click here for offerings. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152883 Sat, 20 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152883 2011-2012 District Calendar Click Here for the 2011-2012 District Calendar The District Calendar can also be found under the Calendars tab. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152885 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152885 The Fun Doesn’t Stop When School Is Out The children of the Three Village School District had an opportunity to participate in the District’s engaging Summer Enrichment Program. The program, coordinated by the Director of School and Community Partnerships, Catherine Taldone, is offered annually. Students, both residents and non-residents of the District, were welcome to participate on a first-come, first-served basis in summer classes that not only enriched the curriculum, but encouraged individual interests and creative expression. On July 5, students ranging in age from those entering kindergarten to those entering ninth grade attended the classes they had selected from the possible 22 courses in the program. For the next ten days, in-District and out-of-District teachers and professionals engaged students as they were exposed to a wide array of subjects. Children were able to pursue their academic interests through courses such as Math Games Galore and Creative Writing, where they had the opportunity to explore their imagination and creativity. There was even a class called Getting Ready for Kindergarten, in which young students were prepared for the routines and program of kindergarten. Those interested in arts and crafts and the performing arts were thrilled to take part in classes like Children’s Theater, Creative Movement, Fun with Clay, and even courses like Sweet Tooth, where students explored the fun to be had with making food! Classes were also offered in special interest areas such as Digital Photography and Science Olympiad Adventures, where students experimented with science through hands-on activities. “Everyone seems very happy to be part of the program,” Ms. Taldone remarked. “Parents wish it were longer, students enjoy the classes because they chose them, and the teachers are there because they want to share a skill or hobby or teach a subject that they love. It's been a win-win for many years.” http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152886 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152886 Updated Campus Portal View Our Infinite Campus portal view has been updated to be more user friendly!! Please make sure your portal account is working and ready to go for the fall!! The 2011-2012 schedules will be available later in August. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152884 Tue, 09 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152884 New Assistant to the Superintendent for Human Resources Appointed in Three Village The Three Village School District warmly welcomes Dr. Gary Dabrusky to his new role as Assistant to the Superintendent for Human Resources. Dr. Dabrusky comes to the District with a great deal of educational experience. Most recently he served as the administrator for personnel and operations in the Plainedge School District. Prior to that he was the intermediate principal in the South Country School District, where he also held positions as elementary principal, summer school principal, assistant principal, and elementary school social worker. In addition to holding a master’s degree in social work from Adelphi University and a Bachelor of Science in psychology from Brooklyn College, Dr. Dabrusky received his doctorate in educational administration, leadership, and technology from Dowling College. He also received New York State certification as School District Administrator (SDA) and School Administrator and Supervisor (SAS) from Stony Brook University. When he is not spending time with his two sons, ages seven and four, he is coaching the Mount Sinai Soccer League or teaching at St. Joseph’s College, where he is an adjunct professor. Congratulations and good luck, Dr. Dabrusky! http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=152882 Mon, 08 Aug 2011 04:00:00 GMT false152882 District Receives 2010 Best Practices Award Through the efforts of Director of Child Nutrition, Jean Ecker, the District has been named the Grand Prize winner of the 2010 Best Practices Award from the NYS Office of General Services. For this honor, the Office of General Services will be presenting the District with a $5,000 check, along with a commemorative plaque at an awards ceremony in October. The award recognizes the District for: Focusing on three main areas: student customers, food service workers, and the government commodity program. Taking into consideration student preferences: the District streamlined the menus for all schools, including the second option at the junior high schools, which focuses on healthy choices for students such as white meat chicken nuggets and recipes with whole muscle chicken breast. Changing menus and purchasing practices to take advantage of fresh fruits and vegetables available from the government and vendors. Coordinating the menus between the elementary and secondary schools, which allowed food service workers time to create healthy recipes for the students. Increasing breakfast participation by 100% by improving breakfast choices and offering breakfast earlier in the day. Increasing the average daily lunch participation rate by 123 lunches per day. Congratulations to Ms. Ecker and the entire food service team for their efforts and for receiving this award. http://www.threevillagecsd.org/News/Story.aspx?id=156515 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 05:00:00 GMT false156515