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2024

  • Dear Parent/Guardian,

    The Orion Program is a gifted and talented program for elementary students designed to cater to the unique learning needs of children who demonstrate exceptional abilities in various domains such as academics, creativity, or specific intellectual aptitudes. This program goes beyond the standard curriculum, offering enriched and accelerated learning experiences that challenge these students and support their advanced cognitive development.

    The Orion Committee is beginning preparations for the 2024/25 school year.  We have an enhanced screening process beginning with an IQ exam which assesses a variety of skills including verbal comprehension, perceptual reasoning, working memory, and processing speed. It aims to provide a holistic understanding of an individual's cognitive strengths and weaknesses, offering insights that are crucial in tailoring educational and developmental support for gifted and talented students.

    The general description of a child who would qualify for a gifted and talented program is a student who exhibits high-performance capability in an intellectual, creative, or artistic area.  They should possess an unusual capacity for leadership and excel in various academic fields.  A child who performs at, or shows the potential for, performing at a remarkably high level of accomplishment when compared to others of the same age, experience, or environment would be a candidate for the Orion Program.

    Please note the following:

    • The exam is given in a large group setting.  There is no individual testing.
    • The exam will be computer-based.  Students will take the test on the computer. 
    • The exam is approximately 2 ½ hours long. 
    • The exam is administered during the school day and your child is responsible for making up any missed classwork.  
    • The exam is open to current 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade students only.
    • Students are required to attain or surpass a specified benchmark score as a prerequisite for admission into the program.
    • If your child is already in the ORION program, they are automatically enrolled. They do not take the exam again.

    We ask that you consider all of the factors before completing the attached permission slip. If you feel your child exhibits these qualities and

    would like him/her to take the exam, please register your child for the exam by completing this permission slip. Forms are due by no later than April 19, 2024.

    Sincerely,

    Dr. Kimberly Nuñez-Boccanfuso
    Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction

    Ms. Jennifer L. Freedman Assistant
    Director of Instructional Technology & Innovation

     

  • Students Take a Trip to the Lindenhurst Fire Department, Get Hands-on Lessons in Firefighting

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (February 2024)—A group of Lindenhurst Middle School students recently took a trip to the Lindenhurst Fire Department. The visit allowed the students to see first hand how these volunteers keep the community safe.
    The Lindenhurst firefighters led students of a tour of their firehouse, where they were able to get up close and personal with the department’s fire trucks. The students also had the chance to try on some of the firefighting gear, and see how it is used in everyday firefighting work.

    The visit helped the students build community connections and provided them with real-world insights in order to foster a sense of appreciation for the valuable services these local heroes provide. The experience was organized in part by Michael Degregorio, from the Lindenhurst security department.

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page and on Instagram.

    Date Added: 3/8/2024

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  • Winners of Annual Loving Lindenhurst Contest to Take Part in Various Village Affairs

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (March 2024)—The Lindenhurst Union Free School District is proud to announce that 28 students have been named winners the annual Loving Lindenhurst contest. As part of winning this long-running competition, the students were sworn in as Junior Mayors at the latest Village of Lindenhurst meeting, and will be attending various village events as dignitaries.

    The students were tasked with creating a piece of artwork or writing an essay showing off their love of Lindenhurst. Then, a committee of staff members from each building selected five submissions to send to the Village Board of Trustees for final judging. The winners will take part in various village events, including the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Saturday, March 23. The winners are:

    Albany Avenue Elementary School
    - Pia Parikh
    - Mateo Baisley
    - Charlotte Esquenazi
    - Emily Wachs
    - Scarlett Keller

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School
    - Dylan Bisciello
    - Katie Goodwin
    - Kennedy Pugh
    - Adele Novotny

    Daniel Street Elementary School
    - Brenda Garcia
    - Mamadou Bathily
    - Matthew Kuzmenko

    Harding Avenue Elementary School
    - Michael Dahroug
    - Arianna Savva
    - Jack Kogut
    - Veronica Belluomo
    - Dylan Zee

    West Gates Elementary School
    - Zulal Sumer
    - Eilene Gonzalez
    - Katelyn Schmitt

    William Rall Elementary School
    - Sophia Persuad
    - Connor Curran
    - Madison Palmer

    Lindenhurst Middle School
    - Dev Parikh
    - Deandre Barrath
    - Giuliana Cesarani

    Lindenhurst High School
    - Kailey Lokshin
    - Allison Spiess


    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page and on Instagram.

    Date Added: 3/8/2024

     

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  • The Lindenhurst High School Thespian Troupe and Music Department will be performing Little Shop of Horrors at the High School on Friday, March 15th and Saturday March 16th at 7:00 p.m. Tickets can be purchased at their website.

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    Date Added: 3/6/2024

  • STEAMfest
    March 26, 2024
    6:30p - 8:15p
    Lindenhurst High School

     
    Join us for an evening of innovation, creation, and collaboration!
    Students in grades K-5 and their adult are invited to attend this evening of STEAM where they will participate in three workshops.  Required registration is capped at 200 students and will close when that number has been reached or on March 18.

    Register Here.

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  • Dear Senior Families,

    Graduation will be here before you know it! It is time to place your cap and gown order. You will be placing your order, with appropriate measurements, using the Google Form below. There is no charge for the caps and gowns. You will only be able to make one submission. If you make a mistake or want to change your color choice, please contact Mrs. Ramonetti in the Main Office. Her number appears at the end of this message.

    Students will choose whether they prefer to wear a white cap and gown or a green cap and gown. Please be aware that all gowns of the same color will sit together on the same side of the field at graduation. You also need to indicate your height for your size to be determined accurately.

    Your cap and gown must be ordered by Tuesday, March 26th. Please be sure to fill out the form by then. For questions about Caps and Gowns, please call Karen Ramonetti at 631-867-3700.

    GOOGLE FORM

    Looking forward to an exciting time of year!!

    XOXO
    Dr. Brodie

  • This event was a huge success and we thank all students and their families for attending and for your generosity in supporting The Breast Cancer Research Foundation and Student Athlete Senior Scholarships.Our staff members did an amazing job and battled to the very end to crown this year's champions !!!

    A special thank you to the local vendors below who generously contributed to our WALL OF SPONSORS !!!

    Looking forward to next year and congratulations again LINDENHURST MIDDLE SCHOOLS!!!

    Muni's Coffee Joint INC

    Mikes Dunrite Garage Doors 

    All County Pavement Maintenance 

    LIB Ryan Anthony's Heating Service, Inc.

    Long Island MMA

    Island Kava

    KNMP Plumbing & Heating Inc

    Long Island Golf Co

    Tony's Meat Market

    Street Image Motorsports

    Lindy Deli

    Breslau Brewing Company

    Abbott's Frozen Custard

    Board of Education

    Katherine Matthews M.D.

    Anna Star Realty

    Lindy Women in Business

    Simply Payneless

    CS Law Offices

    Suffolk Transportation

    Lung Hing Kitchen

    MZ Strategies - The Retirement Center

    Classic Touch Design & Renovations Inc.

    Insignis Financial Group

    The Holy Black

    The Color Palette Art Studio

    Pita Bowl

    American Gentleman Barber Shop

    The Pizzaria

    Bobby Tees

    CUSMOS

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  • A group of Lindenhurst Middle School students, as a part of their social skills program led by the Social Work Dept., recently had the incredible opportunity to explore the workings of our local fire department. The visit included an engaging tour of the firehouse, where students had the chance to get up close and personal with the trucks and even try on some firefighting gear. The experience left our students feeling inspired and grateful for the warm welcome extended by the Lindenhurst Fire Department.

    We extend our sincere thanks to the Lindenhurst Fire Department for their hospitality and for igniting a spark of curiosity and inspiration in our students. These types of community connections contribute significantly to our students' educational journey, providing them with real-world insights and fostering a sense of appreciation for the valuable services our local heroes provide.

    Thank you to our local firefighters for their dedication and for being such wonderful hosts! And special thanks to Michael Degregorio, from our Security Dept. for arranging this experience for us!

    Date Added: 2/26/2024

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  • Congratulations on an excellent showing and best of luck in the future!

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    Date Added: 2/26/2024

  • Students in Ms. Bottachiari's Human Anatomy and Physiology class gather around the Anatomage Table after conducting a virtual dissection of a human cadaver. What better way to explore the human organ systems than with an interactive dissection table? Ms. Bottachiari frequently uses this technology to look deep into the human body, uncovering its mysteries in a hands-on, minds-on way that students find exciting.

    Technological advancements like the Anatomage Table have brought science education to a new level of discovery. Complex, dangerous, or otherwise impossible scientific phenomena are now easily visible in the classroom.

    Date Added: 2/26/2024

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  • Students Create their own Mars Rover Designs Inspired by the Book A Rover’s Story

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (February 2024)—Fifth grade students at Harding Avenue Elementary School recently embarked on a mars rover-themed project inspired by the book A Rover’s Story. The activity tasked students with creating their own mars rovers and documenting their rovers’ various accomplishments. The activity was part of the 2023 Global Read Aloud initiative, in which students across the world read A Rover’s Story and took part in various activities related to the book.

    A Rover’s Story, by Jasmine Warga, chronicles the mission of the mars rover Resilience, a fictional rover modeled after NASA’s real Perseverance and Curiosity rovers. Throughout its construction, Resilience develops a design quirk, giving it human emotions, which it brings with it on its mission. Throughout, Resilience contends with the harsh Martian environment while seeking to accomplish its mission of science and research.

    In addition to designing their own rovers, the Harding Avenue students created graphic organizers detailing their rovers’ feelings regarding the various tests they undertook on the surface of mars. The students also created short videos about their rovers’ accomplishments during their missions. Parents and staff were invited to visit the “Harding Avenue Museum,” which displayed all of the students’ works.

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

    Date Added: 2/23/2024

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  • Ancient Art and Fashion Serve as Inspiration for CTE Students

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (February 2024)—Lindenhurst High School students in Ms. Reismiller’s World of Fashion class recently visited the Metropolitan Museum of Art to see its famed ancient Egypt exhibit. The students, who are studying fashion for their career and technical education classes, used the experience for inspiration for their own future fashion design work.

    The class is one of the many career and technical education classes at Lindenhurst High School that give students valuable trade experiences while still in high school. In Ms. Reismiller’s class, students are looking to pursue a career in fashion design, and they have been recently studying the culture and traditions of ancient Egypt. The art and fashion from this period have served as inspiration for generations of fashion designers; this exciting trip gave the students to see it in person and derive their own inspiration.

    In addition to Ms. Reismiller, business teacher Joanne Williams and Lindenhurst CTE Coordinator Tom Scarola helped organize this special trip.

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

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  • Anthony Papa Wins Best in Suffolk in Mixed Media Category

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (February 2024)—Under the direction of their teacher AnneJeannine Cuozzo, Lindenhurst art students had a strong showing at the Suffolk County Art Leaders Association All County and Senior Scholarship Show, held on February 10th. Student Anthony Papa won first place in the county for mixed media at the show, while both Brittany Mobayed and Arianna Iannotti had pieces on display.

    The exhibit and competition took place at the Old Town Hall in Babylon Village. Anthony, Brittany and Arianna competed against high school art students from across Suffolk County. Anthony won a $50 prize for his win in the mixed media category, Brittany had three pieces on display, and Arianna had one.

    “We are very proud of our students for representing Lindenhurst with distinction at this art exhibition,” said Dr. Robert Lombardo Director of Fine and Performing Arts. “Congratulations to Anthony for this wonderful recognition.”

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

    Date Added: 2/23/2024

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  • Students Get Special, Circus-Themed Physical Education Lessons

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (February, 2024)—Physical education students at Alleghany Avenue Elementary School were recently treated to special, circus-themed lessons for the school’s Circus Week celebration. Instructors and performers from the National Circus Project visited Alleghany during physical education classes and demonstrated different circus arts, including juggling, stilt walking, plate spinning, object balancing, flower sticks and diabolos.

    The National Circus Project is a local nonprofit that works with schools and gives lessons on how students can combine physical movement and exercise with the arts. Throughout the week of January 22nd, the Alleghany students practiced the various techniques, which culminated in a special performance by the school’s fifth graders for parents and teachers. The students mastered the techniques—much to the delight of an impressed school community! This special Circus Week celebration came courtesy the Alleghany PTA.

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

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  • Districtwide Effort Raises Scholarship Funds for Graduating Seniors.

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (January 2024)—Staff and students in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District are taking part in the Lindy Dollars for Scholars fundraiser. Spearheaded by the District’s mental health team and coordinated by the Lindy Social Workers and the Lindenhurst High School Student Council Club, Lindy Dollars for Scholars raises funds for graduating seniors.

    Students have been decorating donation boxes in Lindenhurst green for use by each building’s staff. Each week, staff members are encouraged to donate $1 or $2 while they check their mailboxes at the school main office where the bins are located. The goal of the fundraiser is to create student, staff and community synergy while raising money for a good cause.

    "Just think: If only half of our employees contributed $1 each week, by the end of the year we would be able to provide $12,600 in scholarships to deserving graduating seniors,” said Interim Superintendent Vincent Caravana.

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

    Date Added: 2/16/2024

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  • Please be advised that as a result of inclement weather, Lindenhurst UFSD will be closed on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. This includes all extracurricular activities as well as the previously canceled Board of Education Community Forum.

    Date Added: 2/12/2024

  • Anthony Severino (center) crowned 118 pound CHAMPION and the tournament's MOST OUTSTANDING WRESTLER, as Lindenhurst finishes 2nd overall at the Suffolk County Wrestling Championships, held at Stony Brook University.

    Severino (Sophomore), along with Bryan Aulino (Senior) and Chase Frole (Junior) will go on to represent Lindenhurst at the NYSPHSAA Championships this upcoming weekend, at the MVP Arena in Albany, New York.

    Date Added: 2/12/2024

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  • The AP Seminar program at Lindenhurst High School, headed by Ms. Samantha Berry and Dr. Sean Fox, hosted their 5th annual AP Seminar Consortium on February 8th. Working with Plainedge High School, the consortium hosted several presenters, including Mr. Adam Creglia, Mr. John Savastano, Ms. Eleni Markoutsakis, Mrs. Deb Salitsky, Chief Warrant Officer Christine Glynn, Lindy alumna Jessica Orzelowski, and Mark Whitacre of Coca-Cola Consolidated, as well as visits from Lindenhurst Capstone alumni Hailee Shehu, Sarah Irfan, Brooklyn Ratel, and Alyssa Wronski. A productive day, Seminar students were treated to an exchange of ideas and collaboration with peers that will help them with their upcoming assignments. Thanks to all who participated in making it such a great event.

    Click here to view the photo slideshow.

    Date Added: 2/9/2024

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  • Contest Follows Scripps Rules to Crown Top Spellers

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (February 2024)—William Rall Elementary School held its 11th annual spelling bee for students in fourth and fifth grades on January 29th. The contestants were the top three winners from each of their respective classrooms.

    The Rall spelling bee used the Scripps National Spelling Bee contest rules as guidance for this test of spelling skill. Fourth grade student Thomas Stankiewicz took first place and fifth grade student Ava Facilla took second place. Both students have advanced to the next round, in which they will perform in an online spelling and vocabulary competition.

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

    Date Added: 2/9/2024

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  • Competition Marks Second Postseason Appearance for the Athletes

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (February 2024)—The Lindenhurst High School girls varsity fencing team recently competed in the semifinals of the Section XI playoffs. The Lady Bulldogs went up against the combined Centereach, Longwood and Shoreham Wading River team.

    This season is the seventh since Lindenhurst launched its fencing program, and 2024 marks the girls fencing team’s second postseason appearance. Congratulations to the Lady Bulldogs and varsity Head Coach Joe Bordonaro and Assistant Coach Blake Heller.

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

    Date Added: 2/9/2024

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  • Please be advised that there will be no February Board of Education Community Forum on Tuesday, February 13th, as it is in such close proximity to this evening's Business Meeting.

    Date Added: 2/7/2024

  • Funds Will Provide for STEAM Materials for Use by Students

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (January, 2024)—Albany Avenue Elementary School Librarian Sarah Feder was recently awarded a $1,500 “Full STEAM Ahead” grant from TangerKids. The grant money will be used to accentuate STEAM-related offerings and activities at the Albany school library. Materials purchased will be available for all students at the school, helping them to express their creativity and critical thinking skills while having fun.

    TangerKids is an arm of the shopping mall real estate firm that provides grants to schools nationwide to bolster services and purchase extra materials. Ms. Feder, who runs Albany’s weekly STEAM club, applied for the grant in October 2023 to purchase extra materials for both the club and all students who visit the school library.

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

    Date Added: 2/2/2024

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  • Essay Contest Tasks Students with Examining American History.

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (January 2024)—Four Lindenhurst Middle School students earned top places in the Veterans of Foreign Wars Patriot’s Pen contest, a youth essay competition. Nicholas Reub won first place, while Amina Baijnauth, Kameryn Hubschimtt, and Abigail Gianninoto tied for third place in the Town of Babylon.

    The contest encourages young minds to examine America’s history, along with their own experiences in modern American society, and draft a 300- to 400- word essay expressing their views based on a patriotic theme chosen by the VFW commander-in-chief. The theme for this year was: "What Are the Greatest Attributes of Our Democracy?"

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

    Date Added: 2/2/2024

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  • National Art Honor Society Students Visit Alleghany for a Lesson on Color Gradients

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (January, 2024)—Lindenhurst High School National Art Honor Society students made a visit to Alleghany Avenue Elementary School on January 25th. The group met with students in Alleghany’s fifth grade art club to work together on a special painting project.

    Under the guidance of Art Honor Society advisor AnnJeannine Cuozzo, the high schoolers chose a sample painting for the group to replicate with their younger peers. The painting, which depicts a snowy landscape with a blue winter sky, gave the students the opportunity to work on a painting technique, known as value, to create color gradients. Together, the students practiced their gradients to make their own versions of the painting.

    “It was a wonderful evening of painting, mixing, learning, and creating,” said Alleghany art teacher and club advisor Kerri Webb. “It was truly special to see the members of Lindenhurst High School Art Honor Society collaborate and work so nicely with our fifth grade students.”

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

    Date Added: 2/2/2024

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  • College Stars Jack Winey and Will Ruckert Recognized by Town, State after Nationals Win

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (January 2024)—Lindenhurst High School graduates Jack Winey (class of 2021) and Will Ruckert (class of 2020) were recently recognized for their roles in winning the Division III national football championship for the SUNY Cortland Red Dragons. The Town of Babylon and Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre honored the two local football stars for this major accomplishment.

    While at Lindenhurst High School, Jack and Will played a major part in Lindenhurst High School winning the Long Island Championship and in receiving the Rutgers Cup in 2019. Will has been at Cortland since he graduated from Lindenhurst, while Jack transferred to Cortland this year from SUNY Nassau.

    “Lindenhurst is honored to have cultivated such talented athletes,” said Interim Superintendent Vincent Caravana. “Congratulations to Jack and Will. I know they’ll continue to make their hometown very proud!”

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

    Date Added: 1/19/2024

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  • High School Students Compete Successfully in Island-wide Competitions

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (January 2024)—Lindenhurst High School’s Model UN students have been making a name for themselves this year at competitions across the Island. The Model UN is a simulation of the UN General Assembly, and its other multilateral bodies, at which students perform an ambassador role while debating poverty, homelessness, global health, and other global topics.

    Through public speaking, critical thinking and in-depth research, the Model UN experience allows students to cultivate skills to enrich their global affairs knowledge. The Lindenhurst Model UN has competed this year in several Model UN competitions, and have done extremely well taking home several awards. These competitions take place at other schools throughout Long Island.

    The Lindenhurst Model UN students work hard to prepare, meeting up to twice per week to practice their public speaking and research current event topics for these competitions. The Lindy Model UN hopes to soon host its own competition at the high school.

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

    Date Added: 1/19/2024

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  • The Lindenhurst UFSD is accepting interested kindergarten 2024-25 registrants for our Spanish dual-language program at Albany Avenue Elementary School. Please note, that this form does not guarantee placement, interested parties will be contacted via email regarding the program and are encouraged to attend our Dual Language Information Night at 6:30 on May 2nd at Albany Avenue. 

    Click here to view the 2024-25 Dual Language K Interest Form.

    Date Added: 1/16/2024

  • Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (January, 2024)—Students at Lindenhurst High School have been “breaking out” with a fun, new math-related activity available for them to take part in. Breakout Boxes are a recently developed educational game at the school’s library that allows groups of students to engage with a series of math puzzles to open a series of locks and gain access to a box with a prize inside. The activity is designed in the spirit of an escape room.

    A collaborative effort with the school’s librarians, the Breakout Box activities are designed to incorporate a number of different math concepts such as geometric transformations and L’Hopital’s Rule. Each includes five questions and associated sub questions that give students the opportunity to delve deeper into the mathematical concepts and apply their understanding. Each correctly answered question provides part of a code necessary to unlock one of the box’s locks.

    The Breakout Boxes are a collaborative activity, and require teamwork within groups of students to assemble all of the pieces of the code. So far students have enjoyed testing their knowledge, and it gives them a fun, hands-on way to review concepts they have learned in class. The Breakout Boxes are available in the school library.

    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

    Date Added: 1/10/2024

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  • 2024-2025 CHILDCARE PROVIDER TRANSPORTATION REQUESTS

    Bus Requests to/from Approved Before or After-School Childcare Providers

    Eligibility: Students in grades K-8 receiving childcare through an approved licensed or private provider. Excludes SCOPE Daycare.

    School Year: 2024-2025

    Application Deadline: 4/1/24*

    Families requesting pick-up and/or drop-off locations for students in grades K-8 for approved childcare providers are required to submit an online application prior to April 1, 2024 (4/1/24) for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.

    All online applications must be submitted annually. Current applications will not transfer to the next school year.

    *Any applications received after 4/1/24 are not guaranteed and will be subject to bus/route availability.

    Please visit the Transportation Tab on the Lindenhurst District’s Website for detailed information regarding the Childcare Guidelines and to submit a 2024-2025 Online Application for each child prior to the deadline.

    For questions, please contact the Transportation Department at (631) 867-3050.

    Important Links:

     

    Date Added: 1/9/2024

  • Third Graders Receive a Special Visit from the Mayor of Lindenhurst

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (December 2023)—This December, third graders at Albany Avenue Elementary School received a special visit from the Mayor of Lindenhurst, Michael Lavorata. The visit gave students an extra opportunity to learn about local government and the way its operations affect everyday life.

    The students, who are currently learning about government in the classroom, gained a deeper understanding about how the levels of government operate thanks to Mayor Lavorata’s visit. In particular, students learned the ins-and-outs of local governments such as a village like Lindenhurst. As part of the visit, Mayor Lavorata discussed his responsibilities and duties as mayor, and students had the opportunity to ask specific questions about the village and the mayor’s role in leadership. Together, they talked about how local governments help make a community a safe and orderly place where citizens and work and live together.


    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

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  • First and Second Grade Students Learn about World Cultures, Different Holiday Traditions

    Lindenhurst, NEW YORK (December 2023)—First and second grade students at West Gates Avenue and Harding Avenue elementary schools took a trip around the world this December to learn about how different countries and cultures celebrate the holidays.

    As part of the lesson, students created suitcases and passports in preparation for their “trips.” They learned about different holiday cultural traditions, including dance, decorations, dress and food. The students used what they learned in these lessons to make connections to their own holiday traditions at home.

    The lessons were organized through ENL teacher Ms. Rhodes, with help from teachers Ms. Grasso and Ms. Crowley at West Gates and Ms. Mazza at Harding.


    For more information about the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.lindenhurstschools.org. Exciting activities happening throughout the District and programs celebrating student achievement can also be found on the District’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LindenhurstUFSD/ and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/lindenhurstufsd/.

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  • Dear Lindenhurst Community,

    The Lindenhurst Union Free School District is happy to announce the Universal Pre-K lottery for the 2024-25 school year. Applications will be accepted from Tuesday, January 2nd, 2024 through Friday, February 9th 2024. Applications received after the February 9th deadline will automatically be placed on the waitlist.

    This will be a full day program Monday through Friday. Most programs run between the hours of 9:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. There is NO COST to participate in this program; however, you are responsible to provide your own transportation.

    Seats are limited and students will be selected for the program on a lottery basis. The lottery is not on a first-come, first-served basis. Once all seats are filled, children will be placed on a waiting list.

    Eligible candidates must meet the following criteria.

    • Be a Lindenhurst resident
    • Be 4 years of age on/or before Dec. 1, 2024


    Click here to print an application for the UPK lottery or you can pick up a copy at the McKenna Administration Building, 350 Daniel St. Once fully completed, the form should be mailed to:

    Dr. Kimberly Núñez-Boccanfuso
    Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction
    Lindenhurst UFSD 350 Daniel St.
    Lindenhurst, NY 11757

    Students who are selected through the lottery process will be notified of their acceptance and will be required to complete the registration process at that time. Students on the waitlist will also be notified. Please contact 631-867-3087 with any questions.

    Kindly,
    Dr. Kimberly Núñez-Boccanfuso
    Assistant Supt. for Curriculum & Instruction
    upk@lufsd.org

2023

December 2022

  • First grade students at West Gates Elementary School were recently joined by a family member to work together to craft beautiful holiday wreaths for this holiday season.

    Click here to view the photo slideshow.

    Date Added: 12/23/2022

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  • Holiday cheer spread wide throughout Daniel Street Elementary School as fifth grade students participated in a day filled with creative holiday crafts.

    As part of the day’s festivities, students worked at five different stations to create different crafts that showcased their creativeness and holiday spirit.

    Date Added: 12/23/2022 

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  • The Lindenhurst High School National Art Honor Society participated in National Wreaths Across America Day on Dec. 17 at Long Island National Cemetery, where students held a wreath-laying ceremony to honor the lives of veterans during the holiday season for the seventh consecutive year.

    Wreaths Across America is an organization that annually hosts wreath-laying ceremonies at more than 3,400 cemeteries throughout the United States. The National Arts Honor Society was able to get 206 wreaths sponsored.

    Click here to view the photo slideshow.
    Date Added: 12/23/2022

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    West Gates Elementary School students in Shaina Fischer’s third grade class led a community service effort to collect gloves, mittens and hats for those in need this winter.

    The students were inspired by Candace Christiansen’s book, “The Mitten Tree.” The students worked to construct their own mitten tree and created posters to ask the school community for donations. Through the generous donations of West Gates families and staff members, an impressive number of donations were collected to help members of the Lindenhurst community.

    Date Added: 12/23/2022

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  • First grade students at Daniel Street Elementary School recently participated in Gingerbread Day. Students were led through a collection of gingerbread man-themed activities where they rotated through several stations to create gingerbread playdough, houses and glyphs.

    Date Added: 12/23/2022 

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  • West Gates Elementary School student musicians recently hosted a performance for their peers to show off a collection of holiday songs.

    As part of the performance, the fourth and fifth grade band and orchestra performed several songs together, and the chorus performed to close out the impressive musical display.

    Date Added: 12/22/2022

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  • A collaborative effort at Harding Avenue Elementary School recently produced a plethora of heartfelt messages to be shared with service men and women overseas this holiday season.

    Students in second grade and fifth grade worked together to write letters and assemble care packages for soldiers deployed overseas. In addition to being an uplifting gesture by the students, it also served to enhance the students’ letter writing skills.

    The letters and care packages will be distributed to the members of the armed forces through the Stocking for Soldiers organization.

    Click here to view the slideshow.

    Date Added: 12/22/2022

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  • Second grade students at West Gates Elementary School recently participated in a festive hands-on activity, crafting centerpieces for the holidays.

    The activity has been a tradition in Karen Garguilo’s class for more than 20 years and is a collective effort between students and parents that produces beautiful centerpieces to be enjoyed at the holiday season.

    Date Added: 12/21/2022

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  • Third grade students at Daniel Street Elementary School in Mrs. Buffa’s class recently made Candyland Forests using ice cream cones and green frosting for the trees.

    As part of the holiday-themed project, students created a forest using gummy bears, Dots, mini pretzels, marshmallows, Sour Patch Kids and other candies.

    Date Added: 12/22/2022

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  • Lindenhurst Middle School students in Mrs. Booth and Mrs. Korsen’s seventh grade art classes were recently visited by artist David O. Miller. Students learned from the artist and used his artistic style to create a Tim Burton-inspired monster.

    As part of the project, students first chose an animal, mythical creature or a plant as a starting point. Students used the ¾ view for the faces taught by Miller to make their creatures come to life. They also used shading to add a three-dimensional look to their piece of art and added a symmetrically designed frame to complete their masterpieces.

    Date Added: 12/21/2022

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  • West Gates Elementary School students in Jenn Crowley’s first grade class recently participated in an activity exploring different cultures facilitated by English as a New Language teacher Ms. Rhodes.

    As part of the lesson, families worked with their child to discuss their family traditions and decorated a bag about their tradition. Students then shared their bags with the class, wrote about their tradition and created homes to show different cultural traditions.

    Date Added: 12/20/2022

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  • Lindenhurst High School senior Heather Neumar and Musical Stage Director and teacher Tyler Smalling recently received nominations for BroadwayWorld’s Regional Awards.

    The nominations were for two summer productions they each participated in at a Lindenhurst theater called South Shore Theatre Experience. Heather received a nomination for Best Actress in a Play for her role in a black box production of “Afflicted,” and Mr. Smalling received a nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Play for his role in a different black box production, “The Scarecrow and Mrs. Gale.” Winners of the awards will be announced in January.

    Date Added: 12/19/2022

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  • Lindenhurst High School students in Matt Guillet’s 11th grade English class spent a recent weekend raking leaves for four senior citizens in the Lindenhurst community as part of a service project connected to their study of “A Christmas Carol,” by Charles Dickens.

    Teams of two or three students showed up at designated times to examine the questions, “Is it better to give than to receive?” and “Does doing something for others make us feel better about ourselves?”

    Date Added: 12/16/2022

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  • Students and staff at Daniel Street Elementary School have recently been collecting donations for their annual Angel Tree toy and clothing drive facilitated by school social worker Samantha Cundari.

    As part of the buildingwide effort, teachers, students and staff gather toys and clothing items to donate to members of the Lindenhurst community. Staff members choose an angel to adopt, and every child from each family in need receives toys and clothes.

    Date Added: 12/16/2022

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  • Career and technical education computer science teachers Glenn Habibi and Keri Kelly recently organized Hour of Code activities at Lindenhurst High School for any student who was interested in learning about the intricacies of coding. As part of the day’s activities, staff from CodeHS visited the high school and challenged students to code their own music beats in one hour.

    Date Added: 12/15/2022

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  • Holiday cheer recently radiated from Lindenhurst Middle School as students in the Family and Consumer Science Club and the sixth grade Activity Club worked on gingerbread houses provided by the Gingerbread University.

    The activity that was facilitated by family and consumer science teacher Rosanne Giugliano included a visit from a representative from the Gingerbread University who assisted students in the building process.

    Date Added: 12/15/2022

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  • Lindenhurst High School recently hosted an athletic signing ceremony to celebrate 10 seniors who have signed letters of intent to continue their athletic careers on the collegiate level.

    These distinguished student-athletes were recognized for their outstanding athletic achievements during their time as Lindenhurst students and are wished the greatest success as they continue on to their collegiate athletic careers.

    The district congratulates these students on this tremendous accomplishment.

    Aaron Boccio - Kean University - Lacrosse
    Chris Carson - Stony Brook – Baseball
    Thomas Charlwood - St. Thomas Aquinas - Baseball
    Max Frank - SUNY Plattsburg – Baseball
    Kaylee Lamar – Shenandoah University - Soccer
    Kayla Lipscomb – Molloy - Field Hockey
    Kristi Santos – Hofstra - Field Hockey
    Amanda Thompson - UMass Dartmouth – Soccer
    Thomas Walker – Molloy – Baseball
    Donald Whalen - SUNY Old Westbury - Baseball

    Date Added: 12/15/2022

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  • Lindenhurst High School recently hosted its annual JROTC Symposium where veterans visited the school to share their experience as members of the armed forces with social studies classes. During the symposium veterans from different branches of the United States military visited classes where they spoke of the various aspects of being a member of the military and also held question and answer sessions where students could ask questions they had prepared.

    Date Added: 12/14/2022

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  • As part of a recent Hour of Code activity at William Rall Elementary School, students in Mrs. Contorno and Mrs. Pelo’s classes received a certificate in CodeMonkey Jr., a website where they learned about algorithms and sequences.

    The activity, facilitated by library media specialist Taylor Lynch, served as an exciting introduction to the world of coding.

    Click here to view a photo slideshow.

    Date Added: 12/14/2022

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  • Alleghany Avenue Elementary School fourth and fifth grade students gained expert insight into the creative writing process during a visit from author Cristina Worgul and illustrator Andrew Traficante.

    As part of the visit Worgul read her books to students and answered questions about the writing process and how she became an author and made her books. Additionally, Traficante drew caricatures of students to showcase his impressive artistic abilities.

    Date Added: 12/13/2022

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  • Students at Lindenhurst Middle School recently participated in several coding activities as part of the weeklong Hour of Code initiative, which aims to further student interest in computer science and coding.

    In the school library, students worked with Cubelet robot blocks, made binary coding bracelets, played video games and designed objects to be 3D printed using Tinkercad.

    Date Added: 12/13/2022

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  • Lindenhurst Middle School students in Mrs. Sutera’s, Mrs. Mansfield’s and Mrs. Giugliano’s family and consumer science classes recently received a visit from two Ridgewood Savings Bank employees to discuss the Smart Savers School Banking Youth Program with the students.

    As part of the visit, students were given a packet from the bank with all the information necessary to open a savings account and discussed the importance of saving money with the employees. The visit served as a valuable introduction to money and budgeting and aims to inspire students to make savings an important and routine part of their lives.

    Date Added: 12/12/2022

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  • At the Dec. 7 meeting of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District Board of Education, Coordinator of Career and Technical Education Tom Scarola delivered a presentation to the Board on the district’s career and technical education program and alternative pathways to graduation.

    The informative presentation outlined the current program, recent additions to the CTE program and plans for continued growth in the future.

    As part of the presentation, four current students enrolled in CTE classes shared their experiences in the classes they take and the positive impact it has had on their educational experience in Lindenhurst.

    Date Added: 12/12/2022

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  • William Rall Elementary School third grade students in Mrs. Rollman and Mrs. Bressi’s classes participated in a science experiment investigating the phenomenon of weather and weather-related hazards such as floods.

    As part of the hands-on activity, students needed to design an environment that included a river, and pour water into the river so it overflowed to see which of four houses flooded. Students then revised the model so all houses were safe from the flood.

    Date Added: 12/12/2022

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  • Alleghany Avenue Elementary School first grade teacher Katherine Furchert was awarded a grant for flexible seating earlier this year from DonorsChoose, a nonprofit organization where teachers create projects that request resources and experiences for their students and individual donors can choose a project they want to fund.

    Furchert’s project was called “Flexible Seating and More!” The project was fully funded and the class received the materials that were a part of the project. It included seat cushions for flexible seating, STEM magnet movers, magnet tiles for STEM projects and magnetic ten frame boards.

    Date Added: 12/9/2022

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  • Students at William Rall Elementary School recently participated in their 7 Habits for Healthy Kids Pep Rally where students celebrated the habit to be proactive and its importance in their everyday lives.

    Students across grade levels gathered in the gymnasium to participate in the assembly program that revisited what being proactive means before they played a game in which they reviewed things that are inside or outside of their control.

    Additionally, throughout the school year students will participate in activities to reinforce the importance of being proactive.

    Date Added: 12/7/2022

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  • The assistant animal shelter supervisor from the Islip Animal Shelter recently visited the Paw Patrol club at Lindenhurst High School to share interesting facts about the shelter and the different jobs that are there.

    As part of the visit students were able to ask questions to gain a greater understanding of how an animal shelter operates.

    The Paw Patrol club’s goal is to raise money and supplies for shelters and rescue groups. Multiple members of the club volunteer their time at the Islip Animal Shelter on weekdays or Saturdays and also host a yearly holiday toy drive for the animals.

    Date Added: 12/7/2022

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  • Section XI recently announced five athletic teams from the Lindenhurst Union Free School District that were named Suffolk County’s Fall Outstanding Sportsmanship Team Award winners. The following teams and coaches were recognized with this honor: boys cross-country led by varsity head coach Dave Carlson; varsity football led by varsity head coach Nick Lombardo and assistant coaches Mark Frole, Ron Frole and Damon Sinicropi; Middle School white football led by Dennis Spinelli and Dan Perez; Middle School boys white soccer led by Dave Figalora and Middle School girls green soccer led by Mike Severson.

    Date Added: 12/6/2022

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  • Reminder: Board of Education Business Meeting

    Wednesday, December 7 - 8 PM McKenna Administration Building
    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session anticipated at 6:30 p.m.)

    Please be advised that the meeting will also be live streamed on our YouTube page at LUFSD Board Meeting 12/7/2022 (https://youtu.be/yjvp8rsw4Oo).

    Date Added: 12/6/2022 

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  • This fall at Tanner Park there was a Remembering Hurricane Sandy event hosted by Town of Babylon Supervisor Rich Schaffer.

    As part of the event community members and first responders were recognized, and under the direction of teachers Candice Rice and Kathleen Reilly, nine members of the Lindenhurst Middle School eighth grade chorus performed two songs during the candlelight vigil at the end of the program. They sang “Let it Be” and “The Water is Wide.” The nine members were Emalee Alford, Samantha Baum, Juliana Chambers, John Delio, Sabrina Disla, Camryn Ferriso, Lizzie Gereta, Katerina Rueb and Felix Turcios.

    Date Added: 12/5/2022

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  • Thirteen Lindenhurst Middle School students were recently recognized as winners of the Town of Babylon “Littering is Trashy” Poster Contest at a ceremony at Town Hall on Tuesday, Nov. 29.

    The following students’ posters were chosen earlier this year to be printed out and made into signs that were placed around the Town of Babylon: seventh graders Brianna Cabrera, Emmalynn Capriola, Kailyn Cave, Lia DeLucia, Ava Hale, Nicholas Kreutzberg, Alani Mancia, Jazmyn Ortiz, James Patrick, Alexandra Pietrola and Amelia Przyborowski and eighth graders Nicola Chrzanowski and Cassandra Herrador.

    Date Added: 12/2/2022

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  • Albany Avenue Elementary School fifth grade students recently received an exciting virtual visit from Emmy-winning screenwriter and author Tom Rogers, who spoke with students about his novel “Eleven” and shared firsthand perspective into his creative process.

    The fifth graders began the school year reading Rogers’ novel, and the virtual meeting with Rogers served as an excellent opportunity to discuss the book in a unique way with its creator. As part of the visit Rogers shared how he develops ideas, his writing process and how he became an author.

    Date Added: 12/1/2022

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November 2022

  • Third grade students in Shaina Fischer’s class at West Gates Elementary School recently completed a project which brought together cultures from around the world and showcased the diversity in the food people consume globally.

    As part of the activity, students began learning about various cultures and traditions. Students then worked with their families to learn about a cultural family recipe. The class then came together with their recipes and compiled the recipes to make a class cookbook.

    The activity served as an excellent opportunity for students to learn about the cultures of their peers as they shared various aspects of their culture, such as holiday traditions and things that are important to them and their families.

    Date Added: 11/30/2022

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  • At the Nov. 2 meeting of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District Board of Education, Bret Kearney was appointed as the districts’ new assistant superintendent for human resources and personnel.

    Mr. Kearney held the position of assistant superintendent for special education and pupil personnel services at Lindenhurst Union Free School District since July 2016. In this position Mr. Kearney was responsible for the coordination, hiring, evaluating and tenuring of all special education and pupil personnel services employees, including administrators, teachers, nurses and related service providers. Additionally, he served as the CSE chairperson, assessed and adjusted district staffing needs for pupil personnel services and special education, created and implemented the special education budget and coordinated professional development for staff.

    Prior to his time as the assistant superintendent for special education and pupil personnel services Mr. Kearney served as the assistant principal of Lindenhurst High School for two years. He also served as a special education integrated co-teacher at Lindenhurst Middle School for one year and was a social studies teacher at Lindenhurst High School from 2004 to 2013.

    “Over the past 19 years I’ve been afforded many rewarding opportunities in the Lindenhurst school district and have been fortunate to work with great people,” Mr. Kearney said. “I’m very excited for my new role as the assistant superintendent for human resources and personnel and thankful for the opportunity to continue to serve the Lindenhurst community.”

    Mr. Kearney holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from Nazareth College of Rochester, a Master of Arts degree in liberal studies from Stony Brook University and is completing a Master of Science degree in educational psychology at The College of Saint Rose. He also holds a professional certificate in educational leadership, a school building leader professional certificate, a school district leader professional certificate, a students with disabilities 7-12 professional certificate and a social studies 7-12 professional certificate.

    Date Added: 11/29/2022

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  • A Lindenhurst High School alumna recently returned to share her success on the soccer field, but with an educational twist.

    Class of 2015 graduate Claudia Cagnina visited Andre Dattero’s Italian class to share her experiences as a member of the Peruvian Women’s National Soccer Team and playing soccer internationally in Finland, Iceland, Italy, Spain and Switzerland, all while speaking Italian and answering questions from students in the language. Additionally, Spanish students joined in the visit and were able to ask Claudia questions in Spanish as well.

    As part of the fun visit, Claudia brought the classes outside to teach them some soccer drills while continuing to expand the students’ knowledge of the Italian language.

    Date Added: 11/29/2022

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  • At the annual Cross-Country All-County Dinner, Lindenhurst High School senior Matt Remsen received the Ronan Guyer Memorial Scholarship.

    The prestigious accolade is given to only one male and one female runner each year in Suffolk County. The award is in memory of Ronan Guyer who ran for the Southold cross-country team and tragically passed away at the 2012 State Meet in Buffalo, New York. The award recognizes athletes who stand out for both service to the team and their community.

    Matt is a key participant in a multitude of local charitable organizations such as Lindy Cares Coalition, church meal delivery and the Christina Renna Foundation for pediatric cancer. He dedicates time as a volunteer at the local Kiwanis, Civic Association and Fire Department events.

    Date Added: 11/28/2022

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  • Harding Avenue Elementary School first grade students in Leighann Hollweg’s class recently participated in an activity fueled by fall spirit that shared students’ favorite book characters.

    As part of the activity, students chose their favorite book character and recreated that character using a pumpkin. Additionally, students completed a book report about their character where they shared information they learned during their reading with their peers.

    Date Added: 11/22/2022 

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  • First grade students at West Gates Elementary School recently performed a Thanksgiving play for an excited audience of family and friends.

    First graders have been learning about Native Americans, Pilgrims and the first Thanksgiving through several classroom activities and utilized their newfound knowledge in their play. Prior to their performance, students rehearsed their lines in school and at home and learned a collection of Thanksgiving-themed songs for the play in Ms. DiSimones’ music class.

    Date Added: 11/21/2022

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  • Alleghany Avenue Elementary School recently hosted a Thanksgiving food drive in an effort to collect food to benefit those in need. Members of the student council assisted in the organization of the donations preparing boxes for distribution.

    Date Added: 11/21/2022

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  • A collaborative effort at Lindenhurst Middle School recently produced an impressive community service effort as numerous student organizations came together to collect and organize food donations prior to Thanksgiving.

    As part of the food drive, students from the honor society, student council, Leaders Club and the Lindy Cares Club collected food during the two-week food drive and separated and packaged it before it was to be donated to local families in need.

    Date Added: 11/18/2022

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  • At the conclusion of the 2021-2022 school year, the College Board recognized Lindenhurst High School junior and senior students as Advanced Placement Scholars for their extraordinary performance on Advanced Placement Program exams.

    At the Nov. 16 meeting of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District Board of Education, 58 of the Advanced Placement Scholars who are now seniors at Lindenhurst High School were recognized for their outstanding achievement on the challenging exams.

    The College Board’s Advanced Placement Program offers academically excelling students an opportunity to enroll in college-level courses while still in high school to earn college credit. The College Board recognizes varying levels of achievement based on students’ performance on the course exams.

    Twenty-one students were recognized as AP Scholars, receiving a score of 3 or higher on three or more AP exams.

    Having attained 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, 10 students were named AP Scholars with Honor.

    Fourteen students were recognized as AP Scholars with Distinction for achieving 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.

    Nine students were recognized as students receiving the AP Seminar and Research Certificate for earning scores of 3 or higher in both AP Seminar and AP Research, and four students were recognized for receiving the AP Capstone Certificate for earning scores of 3 or higher in AP Research, AP Seminar and on four additional AP exams.

    Additionally, three students named National Merit Commended Students were honored at the meeting.

    Date Added: 11/18/2022

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  • Students at West Gates Elementary School recently participated in a Turkey Trot where donations for a local food pantry were collected, inspiring community service while boosting physical fitness.

    The after-school event, facilitated by physical education teacher Joe Calderone, had approximately 60 participants across grade levels collect nonperishable food items to benefit local families prior to Thanksgiving.

    Date Added: 11/17/2022

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  • Last month students at William Rall Elementary School participated in fire prevention week, when the North Lindenhurst Fire Department visited to present its annual fire prevention assembly.

    Students could crawl through a smoke house that simulates a fire emergency in addition to learning about a fire truck that was brought to the school. Additionally, students in grades three through five walked over to the North Lindenhurst Fire House where they had the chance to see and learn about multiple apparatus that are used by the fire department to support the community.

    Date Added: 11/16/2022

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  • The Lindenhurst High School Key Club recently worked on a Habitat for Humanity build in Huntington Station. As part of the volunteer effort students assisted in hanging sheetrock, among other construction tasks.

    Click here to view the slideshow.

    Date Added: 11/9/2022

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  • On Nov. 6, the Lindenhurst Marching Band capped off its most successful season in recent memory as the newly crowned New York State Champions traveled to Allentown, Pennsylvania to participate in the USBands Class A National Championship weekend, which included 68 bands, representing seven states.

    At the competition, Lindenhurst was awarded the USBands silver medal, scoring a 93.1, the band's highest score in over 30 years. In addition, the band won the caption award for Best Music. Congratulations to all of the members of the Lindenhurst Marching Band!

    Date Added: 11/8/2022

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  • Lindenhurst High School hosted its annual College Fair today that welcomed more than 50 representatives from colleges across the country to share important information about their schools with Lindenhurst students. Juniors and seniors attended the fair during designated periods, and sophomores and freshmen were able to attend upon request.

    Date Added: 11/3/2022

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  • The Lindenhurst High School Marching Band recently held an informative presentation for Lindenhurst Middle School music students on the marching band and the plethora of opportunities it provides.

    As part of the presentation the marching band performed this year’s routine and then several members of the band spoke to the students about joining the band and the positive impact it has had on them.

    Date Added: 11/3/2022

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  • The Lindenhurst occupational therapy department recently began their training in the use of the PuzzleArt Therapy System with Alli Berman.

    This innovative therapy system can be applied to teach the eyes and brain to look for connections, paths and ways to solve problems by unifying physical movements with visual tracking to develop and strengthen neural pathways. The program encompasses guided relaxation and breathing techniques as well as whole-body movements.

    The staff was excited to combine perceptual learning and oculomotor, binocular and sensory therapy with hands-on abstract art.

    Date Added: 11/2/2022 

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  • The Lindenhurst High School Student Council recently hosted a Safe Halloween event for the children of the Lindenhurst community to enjoy. The fun-filled event featured a collection of tables set up by different clubs and a variety of games.

    Lindenhurst Student Council Hosts Safe Halloween 2022 Slideshow.

    Date Added: 11/1/2022

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October 2022

  • In recognition of “National Red Ribbon Week” from Oct. 24-28, students throughout the district took part in activities that emphasize the need to make healthy choices and live a drug free life.
    The national campaign also serves as a visual reminder that together, school communities stand united against drug use.

    Students at Daniel Street Elementary School had the option to participate in an optional activity at home that will help to remind them of the importance of healthy decision-making. The activity involved decorating a ribbon and pledging to make healthy choices. Each student that returned the activity was eligible to enter a contest to win a prize from a grade-level drawing at the end of the week.

    The students’ work now lines the Daniel Street hallways to continue to spread awareness and acknowledge the pride they share in their pledge to make healthy choices

    Date Added: 10/31/2022

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  • The After School Recreational Program recently participated in its inaugural Safe Trick or Treating event which was hosted at Daniel Street Elementary School.

    The event provided a safe environment for students to practice life and social skills and the importance of safety when trick or treating on Halloween.

    Over 20 members of the Daniel Street staff, including building principal Mrs. Boccanfuso, stayed after school to participate in this joyful event for the students of the district.

    Date Added: 10/28/2022

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  • Be advised that as of Tuesday, 11/1/22 the hours of our community open swim will change to 7:00pm -9:00pm Tuesdays & Thursdays.

    Date Added: 10/28/2022

  • Lindenhurst Middle School students and staff recently celebrated Unity Day in a collective effort to eliminate bullying in their school community and beyond.

    Unity Day is a worldwide initiative with the goal of preventing bullying through active social change and ensure that all youth are safe and supported in their schools, communities and online. Students and staff wore orange to raise awareness of the issues associated with bullying.

    Date Added: 10/27/2022

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  • On Sunday, Oct. 23, the Lindenhurst Union Free School District hosted the USBands New York Regional Championships at Lindenhurst Middle School.

    Nine bands totaling well over 500 students took to the field in competition. As the host school, Lindenhurst took the field last and put on a fiercely energetic and flawless performance that earned them first place in Division III-A with a score of 87.9, winning the caption awards for best music, best visual, best overall effect and best color guard. In addition, they won best individual music in the entire show.

    The students have worked tirelessly to perfect their program and are looking forward to one more major competition in Allentown, Pennsylvania, on Nov. 6, when they compete in the USBands A Class National Championships.

    Date Added: 10/24/2022 

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  • First grade students in Jennifer Crowley’s class at West Gates Elementary School recently learned how to make apple sauce as part of a hands-on lesson. Students brought in their own apples and followed the steps of the recipe until they made delicious apple sauce.

    Date Added: 10/21/2022

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  • Three Lindenhurst Union Free School District seniors have been named commended students in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship Program.

    At the end of September, about 34,000 of the approximately 50,000 highest scorers were chosen for this honor based on their PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test results. All three students boast impressive academic résumés, including enrollment in numerous Advanced Placement courses, integral involvement in clubs and memberships in a plethora of honor societies.

    The students selected to receive this honor are Raymond Fleury, Mikolaj Pankau and Lauren Walker.

    The selected students received letters of commendation in recognition of their outstanding academic performance and are candidates for special scholarships sponsored by corporate businesses.

    Date Added: 10/20/2022 

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  • Students in the Albany Avenue dual language classes recently celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by reading “Three Pockets Full,” by Cindy L. Rodriguez.

    Students learned about a guayabera, which is a shirt worn during traditional Mexican occasions. After learning about the traditional shirt, students designed their own guayabera and wrote about what they would put in their pockets. Students learned this lesson in English with Mrs. Cognato and Mrs. Ferro. They were also taught this lesson in Spanish with Senora Portillo, exposing students to the lesson in both languages.

    Date Added: 10/20/2022

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  • Lindenhurst High School recently hosted a club and activity fair where students could explore the plethora of extracurricular activities available to them. Students visited the club fair, which was facilitated by assistant principal Daniel Royle, to learn about the expansive offering of clubs at the high school, which include the robotics club, esports, dance club and many more.

    Date Added: 10/19/2022

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  • Lindenhurst Hosts Dedication Ceremony in Honor of Beloved Teacher and Coach

    On Oct. 14, prior to the Lindenhurst High School pep rally, the Lindenhurst Union Free School District hosted an unveiling and dedication ceremony for Mrs. Wish’s Walkway, a beautiful walkway built in honor of beloved Lindenhurst Middle School teacher and high school varsity cheerleading coach Anne Wishniak.

    The walkway, which is located at the Middle School Stadium, will serve as a constant reminder of the incredible teacher and coach who meant so much to the Lindenhurst community.

    Date Added: 10/18/2022

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  • School spirit was on display as the Lindenhurst school community showed emphatic support for the varsity football team during the annual Lindenhurst Union Free School District homecoming festivities.

    The events began on Oct. 14 with the middle school pep rally where student-athletes from all teams showed their Lindy Pride, donning green and white and cheering from the bleachers.

    The homecoming festivities continued into the evening as the high school pep rally brought together all sports teams, the marching band, dance teams and the cheerleaders to further demonstrate the immense amount of Lindy Pride that looked to propel their team to victory. To conclude the high school pep rally, homecoming queen Kayla Lipscomb and king Jake Grigo were announced to the loud applause of their fellow schoolmates. The student council and athletic department coordinated the weekend’s activities.

    The parade on Oct. 15 began at Fireman’s Park, made its way down Wellwood Avenue and ended at Lindenhurst Middle School. Each class and school building float represented different countries from around the world.

    At half time, there were special performances from the school’s marching band, cheerleading squads and dance team. At that time, it was announced that the senior class won the float competition with their incredible float that was USA-themed.

    In the end, the Bulldogs reigned victorious as they defeated West Babylon 20-6.

    Slideshow

    Date Added: 10/17/2022

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  • During the Oct. 12 meeting of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District Board of Education, the eight esteemed members of the Board were recognized for their tireless efforts representing the students, staff and members of the Lindenhurst community as part of Board Appreciation Week.

    As part of the recognition, students from West Gates Elementary School performed a song for the Board led by teachers Shaina Fischer and Maria Ierardi, Harding Avenue students showed a video created by Dawn DeNatalie and Melanie Inzirillo to the Board thanking them for all they do and thank-you cards were also presented to them by Leighann Hollweg and Brenna. High school technology teacher Frank LoCascio designed name plates and, with assistance from technology teachers Ms. Ibrahim, Mr. Spinaris and Mr. Zembryzycki, students cut them out using new scroll saws. Each name plate was then sanded and given a clear coat. Hanging name signs were also gifted to the Board members, created by students with help from middle school technology teachers Ms. Sleezer and Mr. Severson using the new Glowforge laser cutter. 3D-printed bulldogs were created using the new Ultimaker 3D printer.

    Additionally, two talented student-musicians from Lindenhurst High School, Sinead Buckley and Aurelia Cacace, were recognized for their selection to perform in the 2022 New York State School Music Association’s All-State performance, which will take place this December in Rochester, New York.

    Board trustee Josephine Martino also received the Level 2 Board Excellence Award from the New York State School Boards Association for her continued effort to expand her school board knowledge and skills for enhanced board governance.

    Date Added: 10/17/2022

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  • On Oct. 8, the Lindenhurst Marching Band performed at MetLife Stadium in the USBands competition, where they finished in third place out of 10 schools competing in Division III-A.

    The band posted a score of 78.7, only .10 out of second place and one point out of first place. Additionally, they were awarded Best Ensemble Music and scored highest in Individual Music.

    Date Added: 10/13/2022

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  • Reminder: Board of Education Business Meeting

    Wednesday, October 12 - 8 PM McKenna Administration Building
    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session anticipated at 7:00 p.m.)

    Please be advised that the meeting will also be live streamed on our YouTube page at: LUFSD Board Meeting 10/12/2022 (https://youtu.be/Ihj_J-pD5k0)

    Date Added: 10/11/2022

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  • William Rall Elementary School recently welcomed new assistant principal Kristina Moon. Ms. Moon was welcomed into her role at the building on Sept. 28.

    Prior to her appointment at William Rall Elementary, Ms. Moon most recently served as the assistant principal and district instructional technology administrator for the Mattituck-Cutchogue School District, where she was responsible for daily building operations in collaboration with the building principal, the facilitation of a building-level technology committee and professional development in the area of instructional technology. Before her time in the Mattituck-Cutchogue School District, Ms. Moon spent 13 years working as a literacy coach at Oquenock Elementary School in the West Islip Union Free School District.

    Ms. Moon holds a Bachelor of Science degree in childhood education from the State University of New York at Cortland, a Master of Science degree in literacy from Dowling College, a Master of Science in curriculum development and instructional technology from University at Albany and an advanced graduate certificate in educational leadership from Stony Brook University.

    "I am both proud and grateful to be joining not only the William Rall community, but the entire Lindy family,” Ms. Moon said. “I look forward to working in a family oriented, close knit community with wonderful students, families and staff members."

    Date Added: 10/11/2022

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  • What does it mean to be a Digital Citizen?

    A digital citizen is a person who develops the skills and knowledge to safely and effectively use the internet and other digital technology.

    Digital Citizenship Family Night is a free event for 5th & 6th grade families designed to open avenues of dialogue between children and parents, help families identify their values and priorities as digital citizens, and empower participants with new knowledge and tools that can help them reach their agreed upon goals.

    Through conversations between family members, we'll talk about social media, failing forward, managing device time, information privacy, and more!

    This night is held on Wednesday, October 26 at the MS and will begin in the auditorium at 6:30pm.

    Registration is required and is available on a first come, first serve basis. Please use this link to sign up.


    Click here to view the Registration

    Date Added: 10/11/2022

  • A recent activity provided insightful perspective into the history of American territories for fifth grade students at Daniel Street Elementary School and William Rall Elementary School as they engaged in an educational journey in which they experienced key areas of Native American life. The activity was part of a program by Journeys into American Indian Territories, a group that provides curriculum-based learning experiences for elementary students.

    Students learned about important Native American values such as self-discipline, community cooperation and listening. Students also learned about hunting, cooking and the myriad ways Native Americans utilized animal resources in their daily lives.

    Additionally, students viewed items used during these times such as clothing, utensils and shelters and concluded the activity by creating an animal-inspired design for a shield.

    Date Added: 10/7/2022

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  • An exciting addition to a hallway in Daniel Street Elementary School had students jumping for joy as they recently completed a sensory hallway, a colorful pathway with various prompts which encourage the development of motor skills, balance, hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness. The fun, new markers that line the hallway include things such as hop, skip, spin and crab walk.

    Date Added: 10/6/2022 

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  • High-flying skills were recently on display for students at West Gates Elementary School as they enjoyed a BMX bike show performed by the Dialed Action Sports team, which taught students the importance of bicycle safety and protective equipment.

    As part of the presentation, students enjoyed the riders showcasing a variety of exciting tricks and in the process learned about important elements of bicycle safety, protective equipment and positive character development.

    Date Added: 10/4/2022

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  • A recent field trip provided up-close insight into native species of Long Island waters as Lindenhurst High School marine biology students in Gavin Costanzo’s class took a field trip to Venetian Shores to collect specimens for study.

    As part of the trip, students learned about local geological history and, using nets, collected several types of fish which will be held in fish tanks within the classroom for further study over the school year.

    Concluding the visit, students also participated in a beach cleanup where they collected and disposed of harmful garbage found on the beach.

    Date Added: 10/3/2022

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September 2022

  • Students across grade levels at Albany Avenue Elementary School recently participated in art activities, led by library media specialist Sarah Feder, celebrating creativity as part of International Dot Day, inspired by “The Dot,” by Peter H. Reynolds.

    The worldwide celebration of art is renowned for the positive message it shares about the teacher-student connection and how creativity and confidence in a student’s life are key.

    Date Added: 9/30/2022

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  • Due to a school swim meet today 9/29, community swim is canceled.

  • Students at William Rall Elementary School recently participated in a plethora of activities aimed at fostering a love for literature in celebration of International Literacy Day. As part of those activities, students participated in “Read My Shirt” day where students wore shirts with words to encourage others to read.

    Date Added: 9/29/2022

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  • West Gates Elementary School third grade teacher Shaina Fischer was recently awarded a $735 grant from Tanger Outlets through the TangerKids Grant Program, which provides grants and scholarship opportunities to teachers and students in the areas they serve.

    Ms. Fischer submitted a grant proposal for flexible seating for her students outlining the immense benefits of the additional seating options and the impact it would have on the learning environment within her classroom.

    Date Added: 9/28/2022 

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  • An inspiring collaborative effort spanning grade levels at Daniel Street Elementary School resonated throughout the halls recently as teachers led activities combatting social isolation for Start With Hello Week as part of the Sandy Hook Promise.

    As part of the expansive week, students participated in various activities that included “Meet and Greet Day,” where students made name tags they wore throughout the day and were encouraged to introduce themselves to students and staff they encounter throughout the building; “Upstander Tuesday,” where students learned about the importance of being an upstander and how it helps others; and “Wear Green Wednesday,” where students and staff were encouraged to wear green as a symbol of unity and solidarity with Sandy Hook Promise.

    Date Added: 9/23/2022

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  • Lindenhurst Superintendent of Schools Mr. Anthony Davidson recently met with New York State Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre to discuss district initiatives and ways to continue to improve the educational experience for all Lindenhurst students.

    Additionally, Mr. Davidson continues similar conversations with other local politicians who represent the Lindenhurst area such as Presiding Officer of the Suffolk County Legislature Kevin McCaffrey and Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer. He has also met Lindenhurst Mayor Michael Lavorata on several occasions and looks forward to their meeting together next month.

    Date Added: 9/22/2022

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  • On Sept.17 the Lindenhurst Marching Band competed at the USBands Marching Band Competition held at Falcon Field at Francis T. Maloney High School in Meriden, Connecticut. Check out the video to see our talented student-musicians perform!

     


     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

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  • Wednesday, September 21 - 8 PM McKenna Administration Building Meeting begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session anticipated at 6:30 p.m.)

    Please be advised that the meeting will also be live streamed using the following link:
    LUFSD Board Meeting 9/21/2022 -https://youtu.be/eqVZoGzEAK8

    Date Added: 9/20/2022 

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  • On Sept. 18 Lindenhurst students and student-athletes gathered at Lindenhurst Middle School for the Christina Renna Walkathon, an event that raises funds for childhood cancer research.

    Christina Renna is a former Lindenhurst student who passed from childhood cancer several years ago. The Renna family hosts this annual walk as a fundraiser where Lindenhurst students and athletes collect and make donations for childhood cancer research through Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.

    Date Added: 9/20/2022

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  • Lindenhurst Middle School eighth grade math students in Mrs. Duryee and Mrs. DeGennaro’s classes completed several “get to know you” activities this week that fostered problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with their classmates.

    Date Added: 9/13/2022

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  • Two talented student-musicians from Lindenhurst High School were selected to showcase their musical mastery during the 2022 New York State School Music Association’s All-State performance, which will take place this December in Rochester, New York.

    Sinead Buckley has been selected as an alto 2 to perform in the mixed chorus, and Aurelia Cacace has been selected to play bass trombone in the symphony orchestra.

    “We are honored in Lindenhurst to have students selected year after year to participate in NYSSMA’s All-State Ensembles,” said Director of Fine and Performing Arts Jon Trapani. “It is a true testament to the work our music teachers do from kindergarten through 12th grade. It is a particular honor to have two students selected for two different performing ensembles. Congratulations to our music teachers and Aurelia and Sinead on this tremendous achievement.”

    The competitive selection process for selecting an All-State musician includes teacher recommendations, audition scores during NYSSMA solo evaluations and exemplary participation in other performing organizations. Approximately 7,000 students audition for the eight All-State performing groups and just under 900 are selected to participate annually.

    Date Added: 9/12/2022

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  • New York State has released the scores and parent reports for last year's grade 3-8 ELA and math, and grade 4 and 8 science exams. You can access the results by logging into the Parent Portal at https://parentportal.eschooldata.com/.

    Instructions for accessing the scores and parent reports can be found here.

    Date Added: 9/9/2022

  • School Days - Tuesdays & Thursdays (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm)

    Date Added: 9/8/2022

  • Reminder: Board of Education Business Meeting

    Wednesday, September 7 - 8 PM McKenna Administration Building
    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session anticipated at 7 p.m.)

    Please be advised that the meeting will also be live streamed using the following link: LUFSD Board Meeting 9/7/2022 - https://youtu.be/Mrs3ESFbKUo.

    Date Added: 9/6/2022 

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  • Rainy skies couldn’t stop the bright shining smiles of Lindenhurst students as they were welcomed back to school on the first day of the 2022-2023 school year. Wishing all students a wonderful school year!

    Lindenhurst Welcomes Back Students on the First Day of School Slideshow.

    Date Added: 9/6/2022

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  • Fall Swim Registration

    When: September 10th, 2022

    Where: HS Pool

    From: 8am-10am

    $50.00 per child

    **Check or Money order accepted. No Cash.

    ***Must be a Lindenhurst resident. Please bring proof of residency, proof of school attendance, & birth certificate.

    ***Kindergarten through 8th grade.

    Date Added: 9/6/2022

August 2022

  • The Lindenhurst Union Free School District recently hosted a new teacher orientation during which it welcomed more than 25 teachers to the district, ranging from elementary to high school. Teaching areas include elementary education, math, ENL, music and special education.

    As part of the two-day orientation, the educators were introduced to district administration and reviewed expectations for student achievement, instructional focus areas and educational technology.

    The orientation program allowed the educators to familiarize themselves with district policies and procedures, while engaging in informative conversations with fellow faculty members and staff.

    Date Added: 8/31/2022

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  • Date Added: 8/30/2022

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  • Today, incoming Lindenhurst High School ninth grade students attended their freshman orientation where they were introduced to the school building and learned important information to support them in their transition to high school.

    As part of the orientation, students were introduced to building administrators and learned about the various resources available to them throughout the building. Additionally, senior peer leaders led building tours and assisted students in finding classes and their lockers.

    Date Added: 8/29/2022

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  • Click here to view the calendar.

    Date Added: 8/29/2022

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  • Date Added: 8/24/2022 

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    Date Added: 8/11/2022

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  • The Lindenhurst High School Marching Band concluded their weeklong training camp on Friday, Aug. 5.

    Parents were treated to a preview performance of this year's show, "Rise of the Machines." The students and staff are looking forward to an exciting competitive season.

    "We've almost never been this far along with a show this early in the summer,” remarked band director Kevin Pike. “This is a great group of students. They really love working together."

    Jon Trapani, director of fine and performing arts, agreed. "We are thrilled with the accomplishments of the students and staff this week,” he said. “They are going to make us very proud this season."

    Along with the band’s busy competitive season in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, the district is excited to host the USBands New York Regional Championships on the middle school field on Sunday, Oct. 23.

    Date Added: 8/9/2022

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  • Pool is open on Tuesday and Thursday night from 5-8pm during the summer. Pool passes may be purchased on My School Bucks webpage. No cash is accepted.

    Starting August 23, 2022 Summer Swim hours will be 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Additionally, the last day for Summer Swim will be September 1, 2022

    Date Added: 7/6/2022

July 2022

  • Today, Superintendent of Schools, Mr. Anthony Davidson hosted the first Coffee and Conversations in the Courtyard where community members joined the Superintendent to engage in conversations focused on the future of Lindenhurst Schools.

    There will be three additional events held this summer on July 26, and August 9 and 23 at 9:30 a.m. at the McKenna Administration Building.

    Date Added: 7/19/2022 

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  • The Lindenhurst Union Free School District Board of Education held its annual reorganization meeting on July 13, where new Board trustee Philip Renna and reelected trustees Linda Aniello and Ed Langone were sworn in to office to begin their three-year terms. Donna Hochman was elected as the Board of Education president and Ed Langone was elected vice president for the 2022-23 school year.

    Additionally, Mr. Anthony Davison was sworn in as the district’s superintendent of schools.

    Date Added: 7/14/2022

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  • The A.R.M.S. Club of Lindenhurst Senior High School has compiled many backpacks with school supplies to be donated to families in the community who need the support. Please note that supplies are received as donations and may be gently used.

    If you are interested in receiving school supplies for your child, please fill out this Request Form by Tuesday, July 19. In addition, if you are interested in donating school supplies to the A.R.M.S. Backpack Club, please fill out this Donation Form.

    Date Added: 7/13/2022

  • Wednesday, July 13 - 8 PM McKenna Administration Building

    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session anticipated at 7 p.m.)

    Please be advised that the meeting will also be live streamed using the following link: https://youtu.be/61Y5Hc4SIUg

    Date Added: 7/12/2022

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  • Date Added: 7/8/2022

    Attachments

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June 2022

  • Smiles and cheers from family and friends welcomed a distinguished group of graduating seniors on June 24 to a sun-covered field for the Lindenhurst High School commencement ceremony honoring the Class of 2022 and celebrating their collective accomplishments.

    As “Pomp and Circumstance” carried through the air, the excited graduates took the Edward F. Kienle Memorial Field for the last time as students of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District. The commencement exercises then began with the national anthem performed by the senior music students under the direction of Charles Pramnieks.

    Valedictorian Atahan Yetimoglu then took the stage and reflected on what his fellow classmates have overcome and the great things they will achieve next in life. “Together we will persevere through all of the obstacles that life has in store for us because I know the Class of 2022, and I know that we are all destined for greatness. I am proud of what we have accomplished in such unprecedented times, and I am proud of us for what we will achieve in the future.”

    Continuing the ceremony, Salutatorian Randy Ramsuchit delivered an insightful speech, sharing the importance of being present and appreciating the moment. He wished his classmates well as they move on to their next steps in life.

    “We, the Class of 2022, are capable of accomplishing anything we put our minds to,” he said. “Our journey as high schoolers ends here, but a new, unique path will be shaped for each one of us. I am proud to be a part of this class, and to all my classmates, we made it.”

    Superintendent of Schools Daniel E. Giordano then shared a message with students about the importance of gratitude and practicing it each day. “I hope that as you move on throughout your lives,” he said, “you do so with gratitude in your heart. Be grateful for your families who have worked so hard to give you every opportunity. Be grateful for your friends who were there to listen and laugh and cry or even just sit by your side when you needed someone. Be grateful for your talents and all of the things that make you who you are because they are yours alone and nobody can take them from you.”

    Principal Dr. Candice Brodie began her address by recognizing several students who would be entering the armed services following graduation. As she continued, she spoke to the great hopes she has for this outstanding class and their future as she reflected on her favorite book from her childhood, “The Very Hungry Caterpillar” by Eric Carle.

    “You are about to break out of the cocoon of high school and become, what will you become?” she asked. “The answer is, whatever you want to be. I know enough about you to know that is the truth. You have perseverance, grit, tenacity, strength, heart and knowledge. All of these years and all of that hunger made that true. Out of that cocoon will fly doctors, urban planners, teachers, construction workers, auto mechanics, fashion designers, you name it. They are sitting before us.”

    Members of the Board of Education then began the presentation of diplomas. After the final diplomas were presented, cheers and applause echoed across the field as students emphatically threw their caps to the sky, exiting the field as alumni of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District.

    Annual Commencement Celebrates Lindenhurst High School Class of 2022 Slideshow.

    Date Added: 6/28/2022

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  • Date Added: 6/27/2022

  • Lindenhurst Middle School’s eighth grade students celebrated their moving up on June 23 with a ceremony that celebrated their accomplishments as middle school students and offered encouragement as they prepare to take the next step in their academic journey.

    The celebratory event included words from Principal Frank Naccarato and Superintendent of Schools Daniel E. Giordano who spoke to students about the importance of gratitude and exercising gratitude throughout one’s life.

    Additionally, the top 10 students were acknowledged for their accomplishments, and students were recognized for various awards and achievements, such as perfect attendance. Awards included the New York State Comptroller Awards, Attorney General Awards, Outstanding Physical Education Awards and the Suffolk County Executive Public Service Award.

    As a highlight to the ceremony, the middle school eighth grade chorus sang a beautiful rendition of John Lennon’s “Imagine.”

    Lindenhurst Middle School Moving-Up Ceremony Slideshow.

    Date Added: 6/24/2022

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  • On June 15, the Lindenhurst Union Free School District Board of Education held its Community Forum at the McKenna Administration Building. During the meeting, numerous displays of excellence in the arts were on display and several awards were presented recognizing community members, students, staff and administrators.

    The night began with a performance by members of the sixth grade band under the direction of Mrs. Rosequist. Additionally, artwork from the students of Daniel Street and William Rall elementary schools were on display for visitors to enjoy.

    The Pride of Lindenhurst Award is presented annually in several categories by the members of the Board of Education and the Superintendent of Schools in recognition of an outstanding contribution that inspires pride in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District. This year’s Pride of Lindenhurst in the Community category was given to Jeremy Ruckert. Nancy Bracht in the district’s special education department was recognized as the staff recipient of the prestigious award.

    Also, a student recipient will be recognized with a Pride of Lindenhurst Award later this month.

    During the meeting, the Kiwanis Club of Lindenhurst and Suffolk County Police Officer and Lindenhurst Resource Officer Jeannie Osias were recognized with the Yale Award for their tremendous contributions to the Lindenhurst Union Free School District.
    Additionally, Coordinator of Instructional Technology and Library Media Specialists Jennifer Freedman, Assistant Superintendent for Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services Bret Kearney and Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Elementary Instruction Dr. Lisa M. Omeis received the Harvard Award.

    Superintendent of Schools Daniel E. Giordano was presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award for Academic Excellence by the Board of Education, honoring his 25 years of dedicated service to the district and his profound impact on the students, staff and community of Lindenhurst.

    Lindenhurst Honors the Achievements of Students, Staff and Community Members Slideshow.

    Date Added: 6/23/2022

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  • Second grade students at Daniel Street Elementary School recently participated in Camp-Read-A-Lot and were happy to share their love of reading with our Superintendent of Schools.

    Date Added: 6/22/2022

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  • The varsity athletes and coaches of Lindenhurst High School were recently honored at the annual Athletic Awards Ceremony held in the high school gymnasium. The celebratory evening recognizes the outstanding effort, dedication and achievement of district athletes and coaches.

    The banquet began with the grand procession of the Most Valuable Players for each team. Outstanding athletes were chosen for the Lindenhurst Hall of Fame and the Gold Key awards. Individual scholarships and recognition were presented to players throughout the evening.

    Lindenhurst Student-Athletes Honored at Awards Ceremony Slideshow.

    Date Added: 6/21/2022

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  • Lindenhurst High School recently hosted its annual Tri-M Music Honor Society Induction Ceremony and Recital where talented student-musicians were inducted into the prestigious group.

    As part of the ceremony students performed seven songs, further demonstrating their commitment to excellence in the arts and their immense talents.

    Date Added: 6/21/2022

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  • Click here to view the Graduation Livestream

    Date Added: 6/21/2022

  • Lindenhurst High School student Tabitha Dreher-DeRiggi was recently selected to have her artwork from Long Island’s Best: Young Artists at The Heckscher Museum placed on display at Mitchells in Huntington from June 1-30.

    Tabitha’s artwork was selected as one of 22 pieces to be featured in Mitchells out of 79 students displaying at The Heckscher Museum from across Long Island.

    Date Added: 6/16/2022

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  • On June 3, Lindenhurst students took part in the 2022 Nassau County Games for the Physically Challenged at the Mitchel Athletic Complex in Uniondale.

    Forty student-athletes and 38 buddies from kindergarten through 12th grade took to the fields to participate in a series of events where they competed against students from across Long Island. Parents, teachers and administrators were in attendance to cheer on the student-athletes as they achieved their goals.

    Date Added: 6/15/2022

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  • The Lindenhurst department of fine and performing arts recently presented its annual All-Lindy Concert at the Lindenhurst High School auditorium.

    Students selected for the All-Lindy performance groups played a number of songs to a crowd of family, friends and distinguished guests and showcased their exceptional musical abilities and dedication to their love of music.

    Date Added: 6/14/2022

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  • Students at Daniel Street Elementary School gathered outside of their school building dressed in red, white and blue on June 14 to honor the flag of the United States of America as part of a celebratory Flag Day event.

    As part of the event, students sang a collection of patriotic songs and enjoyed music performed by members of the school’s band. The flag was raised with the assistance of the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, and the ceremony concluded with fifth grade students sharing inspiring paragraphs and poems about what the flag means to them.

    Date Added: 6/14/2022

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  • Date Added: 6/13/2022 

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  • The Lindenhurst High School Student Council recently hosted its dramatized production “Shattered Dreams” that demonstrates the consequences of drinking and driving and promotes responsible decision-making.

    The event included a mock accident scene in which a student was seriously, and in one case, fatally injured as a result of a student’s decision to drive home while intoxicated after a party. The junior and senior classes looked on as various community entities, including local fire and police, responded to the mock scene behind the high school. They watched as police officers tested and “arrested” their classmate whose decision to drive impacted the lives of so many others.

    As a culmination to the program, Certified Speaking Professional Bobby Petrocelli spoke with students and shared his experience with a drunk driver. The experience claimed the life of his young wife and changed him forever. He explored with students the power of each decision they make. He also encouraged them to recognize all of the ways in which they matter.

    Date Added: 6/9/2022

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  • On May 13, Harding Avenue and West Gates elementary schools’ library media specialist Theresa DelOrfano was named Western Suffolk BOCES School Library Media Specialist of the Year.

    DelOrfano was recognized for her unwavering commitment to the profession and to the students of Harding Avenue and West Gates elementary schools.

    Date Added: 6/1/2022

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May 2022

  • Spiders, caterpillars, bees and more were recent topics of discussion for first grade students at West Gates Elementary School as students participated in a lesson led by the Long Island Science Center.

    As part of the activity, which aligned with their recent unit on life cycles and habitats, students learned about various types of insects, ways to identify them and where they are found around the world.

    Date Added: 5/26/2022

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  • Please see below for an important message from Superintendent of Schools Daniel E. Giordano and resources for parents.

    Date Added: 5/25/2022 

    Attachments:

  • Three Lindenhurst High School students recently won first place in the DECA Sales Pitch Competition at The College of Saint Rose.

    Christina Khuikha, Emily Lin and Erica Lin placed first out of eight participating schools in the competition. Through their work, led by DECA adviser Regina Murnane, the talented team of students created a sales pitch for a product and described the ways it could help improve a particular business.

    Date Added: 5/24/2022

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  • Lindenhurst High School recently hosted an athletic signing ceremony to celebrate 15 graduating seniors who have signed letters of intent to continue their athletic careers on the collegiate level.

    These distinguished student-athletes were recognized for their outstanding athletic achievements during their time as Lindenhurst students and are wished the greatest success as they continue on to their collegiate athletic careers.

    Jairo Caceres – Wrestling, Saint Thomas University

    Kevin Conway – Baseball, St. Elizabeth University

    Owen Craker – Lacrosse, SUNY New Paltz

    Michael Golaszewski – Volleyball, St. Joseph’s University

    Sean Gordon – Boys Soccer, St. Joseph’s University

    Devin Lanzer – Baseball, Mount Saint Mary College

    Adam Lesniewski – Boys Soccer, Molloy College

    Nicoletta Longhitano – Field Hockey, Molloy College

    Brennan McNeilly – Lacrosse, Hartwick College

    Nick Pensavalle – Boys Soccer, St. Joseph’s University

    Brandon Reybok – Baseball, SUNY Purchase

    Igor Rzasa – Football, Wilkes University

    Christopher Sarnicola – Volleyball, St. Joseph’s University

    Matt Star – Boys Soccer, Molloy College

    Jake Trovato – Football, Hobart College

    Date Added: 5/19/2022

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  • Summer STEAM introduces incoming grade 3-6 students to various STEAM disciplines. Students work collaboratively to create, build, solve, and program hands-on projects in robotics, forensic science, engineering, computer science, art and math. Students gain an understanding of how to fail forward, bring knowledge and skills to solve problems, make sense of information, and gather and evaluate evidence to make decisions. Students will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis through June 24, 2022.

    The program runs Monday - Thursday, July 11 -22 from 9am - 12pm at Albany Avenue Elementary School.

    Click here to register online.

  • The Budget Has Passed.

    Yes 1566

    No 793

    The proposition to utilize the capital reserve fund to finance projects for the purpose of expanding educational and/or vocational programs passed.

    1636 Yes

    686 No

    Congratulations to Linda Aniello, Edward Langone and Philip Renna on winning the Board election.

    Linda Aniello 1146

    Janine Egan 1108

    Jacquelyn Herig 1151

    Edward Langone 1185

    Heather Reado 392

    Philip Renna 1173

    El presupuesto ha pasado. Gracias.

    1566 Sí

    793 No

    Se aprobó la propuesta de utilizar el fondo de reserva de capital para financiar proyectos con el fin de expandir los programas educativos y/o vocacionales.

    1636 Sí

    686 No

    Felicitaciones a Linda Aniello, Edward Langone y Philip Renna por ganar la elección de la Junta.

    Linda Aniello 1146

    Janine Egan 1108

    Jacquelyn Herig 1151

    Edward Langone 1185

    Heather Reado 392

    Philip Renna 1173

    Crino Sesto 698

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  • BOE Community Forum and School Budget Results Meeting TUESDAY, May 17 - 9 PM McKenna Administration Building

    Meeting begins at 9 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Please be advised that the meeting will also be live streamed using the following link: LUFSD Budget Meeting - 5/17/2022: https://youtu.be/j9ZE7AIqP1Q

    As such, any home viewers interested in asking questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Monday, May 16.

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

    5/13/2022 - BOE Community Forum and School Budget Results Meeting TUESDAY, May 17 - 9 PM McKenna Administration Building ?

  • The district is please to announce that Lit Camp will return for the 2022 summer. This program was a great success last year, serving over 200 students. The program will run from July 11 through August 11, 2022 at the William Rall Elementary School from 9am-12pm.  Transportation is not provided.   

    If you would like to sign your child up, please click the link below OR print and return the form below to your child’s school.  Enrollment is on a first come-first served basis.  

    We are looking forward to another great summer program that promotes literacy as well as elements of positive social interaction and character traits like friendship..  

    Please note that lunch will not be served this year and students should bring their own snack.

    CLICK HERE to register online. 

    Haga clic aqui para imprimir el formulario en espanol.

  • Meeting begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Please be advised that the meeting will also be live streamed using the following link: https://youtu.be/una2XFCmSx4

    As such, any home viewers interested in asking questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Tuesday, May 3.

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

April 2022

  • Second grade students at Daniel Street Elementary School in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District recently culminated a math unit on April 25 in a unique and fun way. After weeks of learning about the value of each coin, counting on using coins, and giving back change, the children created their very own stores.

    They worked in groups to create store names, priced the items to sell, created receipts, store slogans, and used “cash registers” to store the coins. Play money was used to "purchase" items such as pencils, glow sticks, bouncy balls, erasers and so much more.

    Parents of the class graciously donated the items to be sold.  

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  • The Lindenhurst Union Free School District held a successful dual-language family event on April 26 at Albany Avenue Elementary School.

    There were over 120 participants from our K-2 program and parents continue to be very supportive of the programs’ growth.

    Students and their families participated in three spring themed stations, including a Yoga at which students learned different poses and techniques; a Planting station where they were able to decorate a pot and plant a small seedling and a craft station where they made their own bug jar and bug mask.The Lindenhurst Public Library was in attendance and students ended the night with some educational games that were raffled off while everyone enjoyed light refreshments and snacks.

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  • Fifth grade students of Alleghany Avenue Elementary School recently took part in the National Circus Project’s Circus Week as an extension of the school’s physical education program.

    National Circus Project professionals, Joyce Kung and Rob Loc, worked with the students throughout the week and prepared them for a culminating performance in which they would demonstrate the skills taught. The fifth graders practiced circus skills such as walking on stilts, spinning plates and frames, and juggling diablos and devil sticks. They were able to fine tune their hand-eye coordination and motor skills while having fun.  

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  • The Lindenhurst Middle School gymnasium was transformed into a gallery of research as the school hosted its annual science fair. Sixth- and seventh-grade students presented their projects using the scientific method – including their hypotheses, findings, research, data and conclusions – in a variety of interesting topics.

    This year, in addition to the most innovative category, the school added video categories for Best Academic Film, Best Representation of NGSS Phenomenon and Best Animated Feature Film.The district congratulates all of this year’s winners at the science fair.

    Sixth-grade winners:

    1st Place – Shawn Hart – Organic Power

    2nd Place – Kyra Peckholdt – Germs? You Bread-er Believe It

    3rd Place – Tristan Olivio – Riding the Wind

    Most Innovative – Joseph Connell – Vehicle Aerodynamics

    Best Academic Film – Daniel Lemmermann – May the Magnetic Force Be With You

    Best Representation of NGSS Phenomenon – Jonathan Kahana – Crow Intelligent Study

    Seventh-grade winners:

    1st Place – Anthony Posillico – Error_Request_Time Out: How Stroop Effect Makes Your Brain Work Harder

    2nd Place – Nicholas Innamorato – Winds of Change

    3rd Place – Katerina Rueb – Water Cleaning Machines

    Most Innovative – Maciej Lewicki – The Amazing Plant Maze Race

    Best Academic Film – Alexandra Gervasio – Nuclear Explosions

    Best Animated Film – Eowyn Wang – The Life of a Helper T Cell and a Regulatory T Cell 

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  • On May 4, the Lindenhurst High School will host the LHS Union Trades Fair 2022.

    The event is open to grades 10 through 12 and registration is required. This is not a drop off event. Parents and students should travel together. During the event which will be held from 4 pm to 7 pm at the Lindenhurst High School, students will have the opportunity to explore career path in skilled trades and speak with members of the trades.

    Scan the QR Code to sign up.

    Date Added: 4/4/2022

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March 2022

  • The community is welcome to attend a special meeting of the Board of Education which will be held tomorrow, Thursday, March 31 at the McKenna Administration Building at 7pm. 

    At this meeting, the Board anticipates that they will appoint and welcome your next superintendent of schools to the district. 

    Additionally, you can watch the meeting via livestream by clicking the link below: LUFSD Special Board Meeting 3/31/2022: https://youtu.be/lYBkX7pUCiU

    Further details will be shared with the community after the appointment is made.

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  • The district is pleased to announce that Mr. Anthony Davidson, of Greenlawn, has been appointed as superintendent of schools, effective July 1, 2022. 

    “With 25 years of experience in education, the Board of Education is confident that Mr. Davidson has the leadership skills, understanding and vision to continue to move the district forward,” said Board President Donna Hochman.

    Throughout the tenure of his career, Mr. Davidson has served students at every professional level. He began his career in education as a teacher of English language arts in the Commack School District and then went on to become the Commack chairperson of English language arts. From there, he held the positions of assistant principal and principal of Commack High School and Commack Middle School, respectively.In 2018, Mr. Davidson accepted the position of assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction in the Locust Valley Central School District, a role he currently holds. Additionally, Mr. Davidson currently serves as an adjunct professor at the State University of New York at Stony Brook.

    Mr. Davidson has enhanced the school communities he’s worked with in myriad ways that demonstrate his leadership, such as the expansion of the career exploration program in Locust Valley CSD to include externships, nearly tripling the number of dual-enrollment opportunities; creating, staffing and overseeing the district’s K-6 remote learning academy; leading the K-5 implementation and grade 6 exploration of the Teacher College Readers and Writers Program Framework (TCRWP); initiating and guiding the expansion of special education services to include integrated co-teaching in Locust Valley; and supervising the creation and design of curricula in serving as the IB Head of School in Commack for the first Middle Years Program on Long Island and one of the Largest in North America.

    “Throughout the search process, the more I learned about Lindenhurst, the more enamored I became,” said Mr. Davidson. “I've learned that the people of Lindenhurst surround and support each other and have great pride in their town and schools.  I am grateful for the confidence and commitment the Board has extended tome and am excited for the opportunity to lead in a community where people genuinely care about and demonstrate a commitment to each other and to making their district the best it can be for all children. I look forward to many years together as we build upon the long-standing tradition of excellence in Lindenhurst." 

    Mr. Davidson has been honored with a number of professional recognitions, including the Commack Middle School Teacher of the Year, PTA Advocate-in-Action Award and Long Island BOCES Fred Podolski Leadership and Innovation Award. He has also presented at several American Middle Level Education National Conferences, as well as the Long Island Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development Annual Conference and the Long Island Technology Summit.

    When not working or shuttling their combined family of six children from the fields to the courts, you can find Mr. Davidson and his fiancé Dr. Christina Moran, principal of Elwood Middle School, enjoying the outdoors with their rescue dog Sammy, at the beach or on the slopes.

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  • BOE Business Meeting and Budget Adoption April 6 - 8 PM McKenna Administration Building

    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Please be advised that the meeting will also be live streamed using the following link: LUFSD Board Meeting 4/6/2022: https://youtu.be/F7_-Xy0I63E

    As such, any home viewers interested in asking questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Tuesday, April 5.

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

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  • CLICK HERE for the Budget Information page to review important information and presentations pertaining to the 2022-23 School Budget Vote on May 17, 2022.

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  • Reminder: BOE Community Forum will be held at the McKenna Administration Building on Wednesday, Mar. 16, 2022.  

    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Participants are reminded that any behavior that may be deemed disrespectful could result in ejection from the meeting. 

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  • Lindenhurst High School symphonic band, under the direction of teacher Kevin Pike, recently took part in a virtual clinic led by Staff Sgt. Tyler Hsieh, clarinetist in “The President’s Own” Marine Band.

    Throughout the interactive session, Hsieh explored various practicing techniques to assist the students’ performances and help them to avoid boredom while practicing. He emphasized the importance of setting goals and mastering the fundamentals of the instrument by performing scales, practicing long tones and articulation exercises.

    Additionally, he shared with the students some of his personal experience performing with the “President’s Own,” America’s oldest continuously active professional musical organization, including his performance during the presidential inauguration of 2020.

    Date Added: 3/8/2022

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  • Lindenhurst High School has announced the names of the students with the top 20 highest grade point averages of the Class of 2022. These elite students are to be commended for their dedication, effort and perseverance:
    * Atahan Yetimoglu
    * Randy Ramsuchit
    * Oleksandra Blyshchak
    * Justin Silva
    * Franchesca Rodriguez
    * Taylor Santha
    * Alyssa Wronski
    * Jenni McPadden
    * Everett Hinckley
    * Bevin Gao
    * Michelle Kurianowicz
    * Sarah Irfan
    * Ibelle Madera
    * Meghan Dawnkaski
    * Angela Marie Sessa
    * Samuel Ogunwale
    * Hallie Holzwarth
    * Brenden O’Connor
    * Angelina Mavros
    * Tianna Marti
    Date Added: 3/8/2022

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  • Fifth grade students at Albany Avenue Elementary School in Melissa Arm’s class recently worked with kindergarten buddies in Michelle Dirr’s class to complete a STEM activity designed to reflect the Olympic theme. In small teams, using materials such as cardboard tubes, pipe cleaners, and washers, students created plans and constructed bobsleds.

    While at Daniel Street Elementary School, first grade students worked with the Challenge Island company, combining STEM with a study of penguins and the location, climate and natural habitats of the continent of Antarctica. Students were challenged to design a toboggan that decreased run times by reducing friction and maximizing velocity. Using the scientific method, the students tested their equipment, made modifications and retested until they were confident that they had achieved their goals.

    Date Added: 3/4/2022

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  • Students throughout the district celebrated national Read Across America on March 2 in a myriad of ways. The day honors the birthday of the late Dr. Seuss, author of many famous children’s books including Horton Hears A Who, Oh, the Places You’ll Go and There’s a Wocket in My Pocket. 

    Lindenhurst High School student council members recently organized an virtual event in which the high school student-volunteers gathered in their school library throughout the day and used chrome books to read virtually to the district’s elementary school students.           

    At Lindenhurst Middle School, many teachers and administrators served as guest readers and acted out various stories, essays and poems throughout the day for students. A variety of Dr. Seuss books were read, along with other selections.           

    First grade students in Lisa Cognato and Evelyn Portillo’s dual-language English Spanish class at Albany Avenue Elementary School spent the day working on Dr. Seuss themed activities in both languages to strengthen their skills.

    (Posted 3/4/22)

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  • Reminder: BOE Business Meeting will be held at the McKenna Administration Building on Wednesday, Mar. 2, 2022. 

    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Participants are reminded that any behavior that may be deemed disrespectful could result in ejection from the meeting.

    (Posted 3/1/22 1:58PM)

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February 2022

  • Please be advised that elementary swim lesson registration will be held on Saturday, Mar. 5 from 8 am - 10 am at the high school pool.

    $50 per child and checks/money orders should be made out to "Lindenhurst Public Schools." Please note that cash will not be accepted.

    Registration is first come, first served.

    Please bring:

    -Child’s birth certificate

    -Child’s school report card

    -Proof of residency (bill, mortgage/rent statement)-Be flexible with times (First come, first served)

    SWIM LESSONS ARE FOR LINDENHURST SCHOOL DISTRICT RESIDENTS ONLY!

    The child MUST also be in grades KINDERGARTEN - 8th grade.

    Classes run on Saturdays. Schedule is as follows: 9 am, 9:45 am, 10:30 am, 11:15 am.

  • While many schools celebrate the 100th day of school, firstgrade students at Daniel Street and Alleghany Avenue elementary schools took a different approach and honored the 101st full day of school as well.

    The day was marked with a celebration in which students, donning black and white to pay homage to Disney’s “101 Dalmatians,” worked diligently at Dalmatian-themed English language arts and mathematics centers. Centers included activities such as creative writing, a number search and the construction of their very own Dalmatian with 101 spots. In same cases, students collected and shared with their classes 101 of their favorite objects from home.

    Date Added: 2/22/2022

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  • West Gates Avenue Elementary School fifth graders together with the school’s social worker Lisa Boticelli, and the Albany Avenue Elementary School COMPACT committee with support from the fifth grade students, organized a “Souper Bowl” food drive event to benefit the local food pantries in Lindenhurst including the Long Island Cares, Inc. Harry Chapin Food Bank.

    The mission was to capitalize on the Super Bowl weekend to help fight hunger and poverty in the community. During the course of their respective collections, the collective efforts resulted in more than 2,000 donations of canned goods from the student body and members of staff.

    Date Added: 2/16/2022 

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  • Students throughout the district recently took part in P.S. I Love You Day.

    The day of awareness and acceptance was established in 2010 when at the time West Islip student Brooke DiPalma lost her father to suicide. His last words to her were “I love you.”

    Throughout the district, students donned purple the color of the movement and spread messages of kindness to show their support for those who feel alone because they do not feel accepted.

    Date Added: 2/16/2022

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  • Here’s to the 100 days of learning!

    100th Day of School Slideshow

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  • Reminder: BOE Community Forum will be held at the McKenna Administration Building on Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022.

    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Participants are reminded that any behavior that may be deemed disrespectful could result in ejection from the meeting.

    Date Added: 2/11/2022

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  • Students in grades one through three and fourth and fifth-respectively, of William Rall Elementary School recently took part in the school level of the annual Scripps National Spelling Bee. The students qualified to participate in the school-level bee after winning their class bees.

    This year’s events were recorded such that Rall families would have the opportunity to watch as well. Students from both grade level groupings took on many complicated words with confidence.

    After several rounds with their respective age groups, only two contestants remained. The school-level winners were – third-grader Ava Facilla who correctly spelled “dependable” and fifth-grader Katelyn Rynn who correctly spelled “Darwinism.” The runners up for each grade range were siblings fifth-grader Amelia and second-grader Thomas Stankiewicz.

    Date Added: 2/10/2022

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  • Date Added: 2/8/2022 

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  • The Adult Education classes will be held in person.

    Please note that if a class does not have enough participation, it is subject to cancellation.

    Review the spring brochure for registration details.

    Click here to visit the Adult Education Page

    CLICK HERE to view the 2022 Adult Education Spring brochure.

    Date Added: 2/3/2022

January 2022

  • Fifth grade student council members at Daniel Street Elementary School have been busy raising money to help leave behind their legacy as they prepare to move to Lindenhurst Middle School.

    In preparation for Friendship Month, the students have been selling friendship bracelets. They raised more than $500 and plan to use their earnings to purchase a replacement Daniel Street Flag to gift to the school.

    Additionally, the students hope to use the funds to replenish the little library on the playground with new books and more playground balls.

    Date Added: 1/31/2022

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  • Date Added: 1/28/2022

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  • Attention all Lindenhurst High School seniors!

    Please be advised that the local scholarship bulletin is now available.

    Please CLICK HERE to access the bulletin online.

    All applications are due March 4, 2022.

    Please be advised that all applications must be typed with the exception of signatures, which are to be hand-written in ink.

    Should you have any questions please reach out to your guidance counselor.

  • The Lindenhurst Union Free School District is happy to announce the Universal Pre-K lottery for the 2022-2023 year. Applications will be accepted from Monday, Jan. 24, 2022 through Friday, Feb. 18, 2022. Applications received after the Feb. 18 deadline will automatically be placed on the waitlist.

    This will be a full day program, running Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. There is NO COST to participate in this program, however, you are responsible to provide your own transportation.

    Seats are limited and students will be selected for the program on a lottery basis. The lottery is not on a first-come, first-served basis. Once all seats are filled, children will be placed on a waiting list. Eligible candidates must meet the following criteria.

    · Be a Lindenhurst resident

    · Be 4 years of age on or before Dec. 1, 2022

    Click here to print an application for the UPK lottery or you can pick up a copy at the McKenna Administration Building, 350 Daniel St. Once fully completed, the form should be mailed to:

    Dr. Lisa M. Omeis

    Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Curriculum & Instruction

    Lindenhurst UFSD

    350 Daniel St.

    Lindenhurst, NY 11757

    Students who are selected through the lottery process will be notified of their acceptance and will be required to complete the registration process at that time. Students on the waitlist will also be notified.

    Date Added: 1/18/2022 

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  • Students in Daniel Fressle and Matthew Elfassy's business classes at the Lindenhurst High School recently participated in a “Shark Tank” style competition in which they were charged with creating a fundraising idea that could benefit local businesses struggling during a global pandemic.

    Two finalists were selected to present their ideas to the Lindenhurst Advisory Council comprised of district teachers, local business owners and members of the district administration. The winning group pitched the idea of a volleyball tournament to help raise money for local businesses. That winning team consisted of student Scott Beloff, Jack Mazziotti (absent from photo) and Brandon Romero.

    Date Added: 1/18/2022

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December 2021

  • As always, we are proud of our performing ensembles and look forward to sharing their talent with the community, however, this year, so as to ensure the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families, we were unable to host an audience for each performance.

    As such, the Department of Fine and Performing Arts, in collaboration with the district’s IT department, recorded the performances and are happy to share them with you. 

    Enjoy watching these performances with your families and have a wonderful, safe, and healthy holiday break.

  • Students of Lindenhurst Middle School Family and Consumer Science club recently took part in the annual “Gingerbread House Holiday Workshop.”

    The club members got into the holiday spirit while listening to seasonal music, and using their favorite techniques to decorate a pre-made gingerbread house using the various candy decorations provided.

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  • Throughout December, a great emphasis was placed on making sure that the holidays were merry for all families. Second grade students in Shaina Fischer’s class at West Gates Avenue recently read “The Mitten Tree,” by Candace Christiansen. The class brainstormed ways in which they could serve their community while making a personal connection to the literature. With the support of school social worker Lisa Botticelli, the students established a Mitten Tree drive within the school. The Tree was decorated with mittens, gloves, hats and scarves, which were then donated to those in the community in need of warm winter wear. 

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  • Staff members of Albany Avenue Elementary School recently took part in an “Ugly Holiday Sweater” themed fundraiser to benefit families within the school who are in need of additional support this holiday season.

    Participants donated $5 and donned festive sweaters on Wednesday, Dec. 8. Together they raised over $300 to purchase gifts from the school’s “Giving Tree.” Staff paper ornaments describing the needs and desires of certain members of a school family anonymously adorn the tree. Using the money raised, gifts will be purchased, wrapped and delivered to those families in time for the holidays.

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  • Middle school students who study French, along with the middle school’s French Club, recently took part in National French Appreciation Week. The goal of this annual event, which is coordinated by the American Association of Teachers of French, is to celebrate the French language and culture.

    Throughout the week, middle school students wore French sweatshirts designed for the occasion and ate authentic French foods. They also shared French words and facts about the country with classmates during the morning announcements. All French students took part in a National trivia contest. Seventh grade student Sabrina Disla and eighth grade student Caroline Verrier tied for the highest score in the school and were recognized with awards.

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November 2021

  • Reminder: BOE Business Meeting will be held at the McKenna Administration Building and Live Streamed on Wednesday, Dec. 1, 2021.

    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.
    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Participants are reminded that any behavior that may be deemed disrespectful could result in ejection from the meeting.

    Please click the link below to join the live stream: https://youtu.be/6CYVb2JBxTg

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  • Registration for the district's elementary swim program will be held on Saturday, Nov. 20 from 8-10 am at the high school pool. Cost is $50 per child. You can pay by check or money order made out to Lindenhurst Schools. No cash will be accepted.

    For more information, please join the Google Classroom with code xwe5ukc.

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  • Please be advised that the OWL Policy Meeting will take place virtually today at 4:30 pm.

    Those interested in participating can do so using the following information:

    Click on this link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/76312176825

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  • The department of fine and performing arts recently held the Orchestra Pops Concert featuring Lindenhurst High School string and symphony orchestra students under the direction of Kristin Lombardo.

    Throughout the evening, the audience enjoyed performances of popular songs such as “Waving Through A Window” from Dear Evan Hansen arranged by Larry Moore, “This is Me” from The Greatest Showman arranged by James Kazik, and “Blinding Lights” from The Weekend arranged by Michael Kamuf.

    “This was the first public performance we’ve held in the music department since December 2019. I couldn’t have thought of a better way to begin the concert season here in Lindenhurst” said Jon Trapani, director of fine and performing arts. “The musical selections for the evening highlighted the amazing talents of our student musicians and were enjoyed tremendously by friends and families attending the concert.”

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  • Seven Lindenhurst High School seniors have committed to play their respective sports at the collegiate level. Joseph DeGregorio (boys lacrosse), James Howe (boys lacrosse), Keelynn Kelly (softball), Kaylin McDonald (softball), Brendan O’Connor (boys lacrosse), Nick Pennsavale (soccer) and Timothy Vine (Soccer) will share their talents with new coaches as they explore the next steps in their futures.

    Joseph, James and Brendan are fortunate to still play lacrosse together when they attend Dominican College. Keelynn and Kaylin will also remain teammates at Suffolk County Community College, Grant Campus in the fall. Nick will play soccer at St. Joseph’s College in Patchogue and Timothy will share his skill set at the University at Albany.

    Parents, coaches and administrators proudly recognize the students’ accomplishments as well as their commitment decisions.

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  • Please support the PTA Council's Blood Drive on Friday, November 19 from 3:15 -8:30 pm in the Lindenhurst HS library. For all details, please see the flyer below. 

    Attachments: 

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  • The fastest way to register is online by following these 3 easy steps:

    1)   First, fill out the application online at: LUFSD Online Registration Form

    2)   Next, download the packet at: Lindenhurst Union Free School District Central Registration

    3)   Then, fill out the packet and return required documents by email to: registration@lufsd.org

    If you are unable to use our online registration and you prefer to register in person you must bring the entire registration package completely filled and bring the required documents. Please contact the registration office via email at registration@lufsd.org or call (631) 867-3055 to request a registration packet.

    Required documents: Proof of birth, immunization records, physical exam, photo ID of parent or guardian and proof of residency for owners or renters.

    Dual Language: If you are interested in placing your child in the district’s 2022-23 Kindergarten Spanish Dual Language program, please visit the district’s website under “Dual Language Program Information” and fill out the Google form.

    Lindenhurst UPK parents do not need to re-register.  You will receive information in the mail directly from the Central Office.

    CLICK HERE - English Flyer

    HAGA CLIC AQUÍ - Spanish Flyer

  • Please be advised that elementary swim lesson registration will be held on Saturday, Nov. 20 from 8 am - 10 am at the high school pool.

    $50 per child and checks/money orders should be made out to "Lindenhurst Public Schools."

    Classes run on Saturdays. Schedule is as follows: 9:30 am, 10:15 am, 11 am, and 11:45 am.

  • Reminder: BOE Community Forum will be held at the McKenna Administration Building and Live Streamed on Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021.

    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.
    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Participants are reminded that any behavior that may be deemed disrespectful could result in ejection from the meeting.

    Please click the link below to join the live stream: https://youtu.be/DWoGcpJmN-s

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  • New York State has released the scores, and parent reports, for last year's grade 3-8 ELA and Math, and grade 4 and 8 Science exams. Interested parties can access the results by logging into the Parent Portal at https://parentportal.eschooldata.com/.

    Instructions for accessing the scores and parent reports can be found by CLICKING HERE.

  • In compliance with the Commissioner of Education's Regulations for the State of New York, each school district is required to prepare and have adopted by their school board a written Emergency Management Plan. This plan is to aid the administrators of the school district in dealing with emergency situations from a variety of natural and man-made causes.

    As part of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District's Emergency Management Plan, we must test our plan once every school year. As per our guidelines, this early dismissal should occur not more than fifteen (15) minutes before normal dismissal time.

    This letter is to inform you that we will be conducting our yearly dismissal drill on Thursday, Dec. 23, 2021. This is the day before the holiday recess. What this means to you is that all elementary, middle and high school students will be dismissed fifteen (15) minutes earlier than their normal dismissal time. Any student who receives transportation will be transported fifteen (15) minutes earlier.

  • Alleghany Avenue Elementary School students in grades K-3 recently had the opportunity to listen to and speak with authors Ganit and Adir Levy, who wrote the popular, “What Should Danny Do?” and “What Should Darla Do?” books.

    Throughout the Zoom visit, the authors not only read aloud one of the books, but also explored the writing process with students, answered any questions they had and shared the important messages about the choices people make.

    “The same way you made choices for Danny, you can make them for yourselves,” said Adir. “In life you have choices, and when you make good choices, you feel empowered. When you feel empowered to make good choices, it will lead to having a good life.”

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  • In recognition of “National Red Ribbon Week” from Oct. 25-29, students throughout the district took part in age-appropriate activities that reinforced this year’s theme, “Drug Free Looks Like Me.”

    The Red Ribbon Week campaign is celebrated nationally and emphasizes the need to make healthy choices and live a drug free life. The campaign also serves as a visual reminder that together, school communities stand united against drug use.

    During the week, students demonstrated their spirit and commitment to making healthy choices by participating in a series of designated mini-themed activities assigned to the school days such as wearing wacky socks to school to “Sock” it to drugs, or donning superhero gear to illustrate that students have the power to say no to drugs.

    At West Gates Avenue Elementary School such messages were reinforced during physical education classes in which teacher, Anthony Montavani established thematic exercise activities such as using resistance bands to resist temptation, jump ropes to skip over drugs, and relay races as a reminder to chase after your dreams.

    Some schools within the district incorporated guest speakers including popular children’s authors and Suffolk County Police Department School Resource Officer, Jeannie Osias who spoke to fourth and fifth-grade students at Alleghany Avenue Elementary School.

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  • The students at Alleghany Avenue Elementary School in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District have been learning what it means to be a good citizen who celebrates diversity and shows kindness and respect to others. Second-grade students in Kara Kilmeade’s class recently took part in a class citizenship project in which they collected school supplies to support the Liberia Project.

    The Liberia Project was started by Doc Lawson, a former professional U.S. soccer player, who was born in a small village in Liberia. He made it his mission to go back to Liberia and help his community. The Liberia Project is building a school for the children of Tosor, a small village in the State of Cape in Liberia, West Africa. The village is 178 years old with a population of 650 citizens. Construction on the school is said to be completed by Nov. 6, 2021.

    The school, which will accommodate students in grades kindergarten through six, will be the first school in the entire state that will have electricity and running water. Additionally, the school will have a library and a modern kitchen that will supply lunch for all the students at no cost.

    “We collected so many things for the school,” said student Lucy Baumbach. “We got to show that even if you’re really young, you can still make a difference.

    Additionally, the Lindenhurst Union Free School District has approved the donation of Wonders Reading materials that are no longer used by the district to support the Liberia Project’s mission. 

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  • The Lindenhurst High School National Art Honor Society is raising funds for Wreaths Across America. A wreath can be sponsored for $15 and will be designated to a fallen soldier.

    All orders can be made through Wreaths Across America-NY0088P. The following ID numbers are required on each order so that the wreaths will be delivered to the Long Island National Cemetery on Wellwood Avenue. The Location ID number is NYLINC and the Group ID number is NY008P. Orders will be taken until Nov. 13.

    On Dec. 18, National Wreaths Across America Day, the members of the class will place the sponsored wreaths on the graves of the fallen soldiers, as will numerous volunteers throughout the country.

    This is the seventh year that Lindenhurst High School students have supported the cause. Last year, 220 wreaths were sponsored. They are hoping to surpass that impressive number this year. All are encouraged to sponsor at least one wreath so as to demonstrate gratitude to the fallen heroes.

  • The Lindenhurst High School Key Club will be hosting a Movie Night Fundraiser on Friday, Nov. 12, in memory of Dominik Gonzalez and in support of his family. All proceeds from the evening will go directly to his family.

    Dominik’s favorite movie was ‘Iron Man’, so on Friday, Nov. 12, all are invited to don their pajamas or favorite Marvel gear, grab a blanket or sleeping bag to sit on, and meet at the Lindenhurst High School Gymnasium at 6:30 pm.

    Donations are encouraged at the door, and concessions will be sold on site. Please note that masks are required for this event

    This event has already received much support in the way of donated goods, which will be raffled, and services by many local vendors, and now we encourage you to show your support for one of Lindenhurst’s own.

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  • Reminder: BOE Business Meeting will be held at the McKenna Administration Building and Using Zoom Conferencing on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021.

    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.
    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Participants are reminded that any behavior that may be deemed disrespectful could result in ejection from the meeting.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting
    and use Meeting ID: 953 2651 6246 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/95326516246

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  • We are aware that districts are receiving questions from parents regarding the ePBT benefits. Below is some helpful information that you can share with parents expecting benefits. For additional information please visit NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance P-EBT Benefits Information Page: https://otda.ny.gov/SNAP-COVID-19/

    New York State is providing Pandemic EBT (P-EBT) food benefits to all households with children who are eligible to receive free school lunch under the National School Lunch Act and whose school was closed or operating with reduced in-school attendance due to COVID-19 during the 2020-2021 academic year.

    Issuance of the food benefit will continue for several months, due to a large number of eligible children and schools participating in the National School Lunch Program across the state.

    If your child(ren) is eligible and has not received P-EBT benefit by November 2021, you may fill out the P-EBT Information Form.

    If your child(ren) is newly enrolled in their school and/or you believe they qualify for free or reduced-price school meals, please contact your child’s school to ask about the program requirements.

    If you have misplaced a P-EBT Food Benefit card issued to your child[ren], you may order a replacement card by calling 1-888-328-6399. If your child[ren] received P-EBT benefits on a Medicaid card and you need to order a replacement NYS Medicaid card or select a PIN, click on this link for more information.

    Once you have set up a PIN to access your P-EBT food benefits, you can check your family’s P-EBT food benefits balance by visiting www.connectebt.com or by calling 1-888-328-6399.

    For additional information please visit NYSOTDA P-EBT Benefits Information Page - https://otda.ny.gov/SNAP-COVID-19/.

  • Please be advised that the Lindenhurst High School pool will be open as of Thursday, Nov. 4 between the hours of 6pm and 8pm.

    Those interested in purchasing a pool pass can do so using myschoolbucks.com or in-person, at the pool between the aforementioned hours.

    It is important to note that masks are required on the pool deck, on the bleachers or in the locker rooms.

    The pool will only be open on Tuesday and Thursday nights.

October 2021

  • Reminder: BOE Community Forum will be held at the McKenna Administration Building and Using Zoom Conferencing on Wednesday, Oct. 20, 2021.

    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.
    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Per a recent directive from the New York State Department of Health, all individuals are required to wear a mask while indoors, regardless of vaccination status. Additionally, participants are reminded that any behavior that may be deemed disrespectful could result in ejection from the meeting.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting
    and use Meeting ID: 934 6128 3712 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/93461283712

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  • Lindenhurst High School students recently took part in a two-day mini-college fair. The high school hosted the event to assist students in their exploration of postsecondary educational options.

    Representatives from approximately 85 colleges and universities were on hand to speak with students about their schools’ programs, the application process and acceptance criteria and procedures.

    The staff and faculty of the high school also joined in the efforts by wearing the shirts of their alma maters to further encourage students to explore their options.

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  • Fifth-grade students at Daniel Street Elementary School in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District explored the culture of the Plains Indians with the assistance of the “Journeys into American Indian Territory” program.

    The unique and interactive presentation lead by guest presenters Monica Colberg and program director Bob Vetter, enabled students to learn about the daily life experiences of Plains Indian children through hands-on activities, role play and a traveling museum of authentic artwork and artifacts including a reconstructed teepee.

    They also played Native American games such as Shinny and hoop and stick, which taught skills, respect and teamwork, and important principals in the Native American culture.

    Just like in modern day school, there were always goals beneath the fun. Students learned how the games improved fine and gross motor skills and prepared children for their life and their survival.

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  • First grade students in Leighann Hollweg’s class at Harding Avenue Elementary School recently learned about American pioneer Johnny Appleseed.

    The young students celebrated Johnny Appleseed Day on September 26, by charting and graphing their favorite apples, making paintings using apple stamps they created and preparing homemade applesauce together in class. The students then completed a “how to” writing activity and finished the day by sampling the applesauce they made.

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  • BOE Business Meeting will be held at the Lindenhurst High School and Using Zoom Conferencing on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021.

    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Per a recent directive from the New York State Department of Health, all individuals are required to wear a mask while indoors, regardless of vaccination status.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 953 2651 6246 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/95326516246.

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  • Engel Burman Artist Renderings Slideshow.

  • The district is pleased to announce that Lindenhurst Middle School eighth grader Hadrian Cacace was selected to perform in the NYSCAME/SCMEA Middle School All-County Jazz Concert on Nov. 6 at East Islip High School. Middle School and high school students in vocal and instrumental jazz ensembles will perform at the annual SCMEA Day of Jazz and Hadrian is one of only five trumpet players from Suffolk County in grades 7-9 to be chosen. “We are so proud of Hadrian,” said teacher Albert White. “He is an incredibly advanced talent, who works very hard at his craft. It shows.” 

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September 2021

  • The Lindenhurst Union Free School District is pleased to announce Lindenhurst High School senior Alyssa Wronski and 11th grader Lauren Walker were accepted to perform in the NYSSMA All-State Winter Conference from Dec. 2-5 in Rochester.

    Alyssa Wronski was selected as an Alto 1 in the mixed chorus, as well as, an alternate for the band, and Lauren Walker was selected as an alternate clarinet player for the band. The students were among the thousands of students who auditioned for the honor last spring at solo and ensemble festivals throughout the state.

    “Once again, we are very proud to recognize these two outstanding musicians,” said Director of Fine and Performing Arts Jon Trapani. “This is a tremendous achievement and honor for our students, teachers and district."

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  • Reminder: BOE Community Forum Meeting will be held at the Lindenhurst High
    School and Using Zoom Conferencing on Thursday, Sept 22, 2021.
    Meeting begins at 8 p.m.
    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)
    PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT RECOMMENDATION 7.1 HAS BEEN REMOVED FROM THE BOARD
    AGENDA FOR THIS EVENING.
    Per a recent directive from the New York State Department of Health, all
    individuals are required to wear a mask while indoors, regardless of
    vaccination status.
    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 933 3504 6044 to join:
    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)
    Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/93335046044.

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  • Please be advised that elementary swim lesson registration will be held on Saturday, Sept. 11 from 8 am - 10 am at the high school pool.

    $50 per child and checks/money orders should be made out to "Lindenhurst Public Schools."

    Classes run on Saturdays. Schedule is as follows: 9:30 am, 10:15 am, 11 am, and 11:45 am.

  • Please be reminded that ParentSquare is the district's main source of communication. Check for ParentSquare messages frequently to avoid missing any important notifications.

  • The classrooms have been prepared, the buses are on the road and the sound of laughter has returned to the hallways and playgrounds of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District. September 2 began another school year for the district and students smiled as they reunited with friends, met new teachers and familiarized themselves with their surroundings. 

    The first day of school was not only the start of a new academic year, but for many in the district, it was the start of a new chapter of their lives. Kindergarten students entered classrooms for the first time, leaving behind the security of their parents. Sixth-graders entered the middle school and were introduced to the idea of changes classes and getting to know multiple teachers. Ninth-grade students officially became “high-schoolers,” and the twelfth graders experienced the last “first day” of their Lindenhurst education.

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August 2021

  • The OWL Parent University Online is offering a series of remote learning sessions introducing K-12 parents to the basics of the most common applications used by teachers in remote and face to face learning.

    This year, we have added workshops that address various social/emotional issues our students may be dealing with as they re-enter school. We are all acutely aware of the effects the past year and a half have had on our children. In order to support you as you send them back to school, we are offering workshops on depression, anxiety, and other behaviors you may be noticing. Register today!

    CLICK HERE to register.

  • Please be advised that to provide the most cost-effective services to the community and simplify the free and reduced application process, the district has made the decision to utilize the free MySchoolApps service.  The service guides parents through the application process and confirms that all necessary information has been provided before submission.
     
    The cost savings are not the only benefit.  Parents will appreciate the convenience of being able to apply for the free and reduced meals securely, from anywhere, using any device that is connected to the internet.  Additionally, the MySchoolApps service accommodates users who are fluent in both English and Spanish.
     
    Due to current safety regulations, if you wish to apply for free and reduced meals and do not have access to the internet or a facility which offers internet usage, such as a local library, MySchoolApps kiosks will be made available at both the Lindenhurst High School and at the McKenna Administration building by appointment only beginning September 9, 2021. 
    Michele Claud; mclaud@lufsd.org or (631) 867-3796

    Paper applications are also available in the main offices of each school building.

     To schedule an appointment to use a kiosk please see the information listed below:

    * Lindenhurst High School office:  between the hours of 7:30-2:30 M-F
    Michele Claud; mclaud@lufsd.org or (631) 867-3796
     
    * McKenna Administration Bldg: between the hours of 8:30-3:30 M-F
    Zachary Nyberg, znyberg@lufsd.org or (631) 867-3022

     
    If you have any questions regarding the MySchoolApps service please contact Michele Claud in the high school at (631) 867-3796.

    Free and Reduced School Lunch Application - Available By Mid-August For The 2021-22 School Year.

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  • Please be advised that to provide the most cost-effective services to the community and simplify the free and reduced application process, the district has made the decision to utilize the free MySchoolApps service.  The service guides parents through the application process and confirms that all necessary information has been provided before submission.
     
    The cost savings are not the only benefit.  Parents will appreciate the convenience of being able to apply for the free and reduced meals securely, from anywhere, using any device that is connected to the internet.  Additionally, the MySchoolApps service accommodates users who are fluent in both English and Spanish.
     
    Due to current safety regulations, if you wish to apply for free and reduced meals and do not have access to the internet or a facility which offers internet usage, such as a local library, MySchoolApps kiosks will be made available at both the Lindenhurst High School and at the McKenna Administration building by appointment only beginning September 9, 2021. 
    Michele Claud; mclaud@lufsd.org or (631) 867-3796

    Paper applications are also available in the main offices of each school building.

     To schedule an appointment to use a kiosk please see the information listed below:

    * Lindenhurst High School office:  between the hours of 7:30-2:30 M-F
    Michele Claud; mclaud@lufsd.org or (631) 867-3796
     
    * McKenna Administration Bldg: between the hours of 8:30-3:30 M-F
    Zachary Nyberg, znyberg@lufsd.org or (631) 867-3022

     
    If you have any questions regarding the MySchoolApps service please contact Michele Claud in the high school at (631) 867-3796.

    Free and Reduced School Lunch Application - Available By Mid-August For The 2021-22 School Year.

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  • Reminder: BOE Business Meeting will be held at the Lindenhurst High School Building and Using Zoom Conferencing on Monday, Aug 23, 2021.  

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Mask use is no longer required for those who are fully vaccinated. Although no longer a mandate, the local health department strongly recommends that face coverings are worn in all indoor settings.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 927 7880 4514 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/92778804514

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  • Reminder: BOE Business Meeting will be held at the Lindenhurst High School Building and Using Zoom Conferencing on Monday, Aug 23, 2021.  

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Mask use is no longer required for those who are fully vaccinated. Although no longer a mandate, the local health department strongly recommends that face coverings are worn in all indoor settings.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 927 7880 4514 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/92778804514

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  • The Adult Education classes will be held in person.

    Please note that if a class does not have enough participation, it is subject to cancellation.

    Review the spring brochure for registration details.

    Click here to visit the Adult Education Page

    CLICK HERE to view the 2021 Adult Education Fall brochure.

  • The Adult Education classes will be held in person.

    Please note that if a class does not have enough participation, it is subject to cancellation.

    Review the spring brochure for registration details.

    Click here to visit the Adult Education Page

    CLICK HERE to view the 2021 Adult Education Fall brochure.

  • Reminder: BOE Special Meeting will be held at the McKenna Administration Building on Wednesday, Aug 18, 2021.  

    Meeting begins at 7 p.m.

    Please be advised that this meeting will only address Board schedules (staffing)

    REOPENING PLANS WILL NOT BE DISCUSSED.

    Mask use is no longer required for those who are fully vaccinated. Although no longer a mandate, the local health department strongly recommends that face coverings are worn in all indoor settings.

  • Students of Lauren Whitenack’s class in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District’s Extended School Year program housed at Daniel Street Elementary School studied the life cycle of butterflies while raising caterpillars. The students observed changes and journaled about their observations.

    Once the butterflies were ready, the students released them into the Daniel Street garden.

  • As a district, we are working hard to prepare for the upcoming academic year, and I know that many of you in the community have questions about what to expect with regard to social distancing, mask-wearing and in-person versus remote learning.Earlier in the week the CDC recommended that anyone, regardless of vaccination status, wear a face covering indoors in areas with substantial and high transmission. Additionally, they made the recommendation that all staff, visitors and students in kindergarten through grade 12 should wear a mask indoors at school when the new year begins.  

    At this time, school districts are awaiting guidance from the New York State Education Department, and until that guidance is offered, we simply cannot provide you with the answers that you seek. I appreciate how frustrating this is and I share in your frustration. When the CDC makes a recommendation, it is first reviewed and considered by the state and local health departments prior to a determination being made for the residents of the state.

    At this time, we have yet to receive any guidance from the state as to what will be required in September. It is important to note, however, that at this time, the Board of Education has composed a letter to the Governor to advocate for local control over such decisions. 

    CLICK HERE to review the letter to the Governor.

    The district will keep you informed of any information received regarding decisions at the state level.

    Thank you for your continued support and I hope you continue to enjoy the remainder of your summer. 

July 2021

  • The district welcomes Mrs. Meghan Shore to her new role as principal of Alleghany Avenue Elementary School effective July 1.

    Mrs. Shore comes to the district by way of Ulysses Byas Elementary School, in Roosevelt where she held the position of Assistant Principal. Prior to that she was an Assistant Principal at P.S. 199x The Shakespeare School in Bronx, NY. Her previous experience included the position of ELA Instructional Lead in the Bronx Borough Office as well as elementary school teacher in both the general and special education setting.

    “I have been teaching and leading for the past 18 years, working with elementary school and middle school students from diverse backgrounds and developmental stages. I am incredibly excited to bring that experience and knowledge to Lindenhurst and to work with the dedicated faculty and staff of Alleghany Avenue as we continue to move forward and provide our students with high quality instruction and a ‘Lindy strong’ sense of community. Together we can accomplish great things.”

    A lover of learning, Mrs. Shore has earned a Master of Science Degree in school building leadership from Mercy College, in Dobbs Ferry, New York and received New York State Certifications in Childhood Education Grades 1-6 and School Building Leadership.

    When she is not serving the children of Alleghany Elementary School, Mrs. Shore enjoys spending time with her husband and three daughters, visiting family in Florida and relaxing at the beach.

    The district extends its congratulations and is confident that Mrs. Shore will excel in this leadership position as she has in others.

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  • Superintendent Daniel E. Giordano has announced his retirement, effective June 30, 2022. 

    “The job of the superintendent is extremely important,” said Giordano. “Because I have such great respect for this Board of Education, I believe that the right thing to do is to allow them the maximum amount of time to fill the position.”

    Giordano began his career in Lindenhurst in 1997 as an assistant principal at Lindenhurst High School. After serving in that role for five years, he was appointed principal in 2002.In April 2014, the Board of Education unanimously appointed Giordano to become the district’s superintendent of schools, a role he assumed officially in July of that year.  

    Board of Education vice president Edward Langone commented "Dan was exactly what Lindenhurst needed when we asked him to lead our district, making great strides in improving the quality of education, finances, and facilities. He leaves behind a great legacy of Lindenhurst alumni, and big shoes to fill for our next superintendent. As a friend and as a leader, he will be missed."

    As superintendent, Giordano oversaw the implementation of significant advancements in the district such as the introduction of the Lindenhurst Academy for middle and high school students, the dual language program for students in kindergarten through second grade and increased early intervention services.

    The district’s ABA program expanded, as well as its course offerings, which now include American Sign Language, among others. Additionally, the high school added the AP Capstone diploma program from the College Board and the district implemented CSE chairpersons at the elementary, middle and high school levels. Furthermore, the district introduced bilingual guidance counselors at the secondary level, mental health professionals districtwide, a director of special education and pupil personnel services and an assistant superintendent for elementary curriculum and instruction to bring more consistency to the elementary buildings.

    When asked about Giordano, Board of Education Trustee Michael DiGiuseppe said, “He’s the most caring human you’ll ever meet.” Trustee Mary Ellen Cunningham added that Giordano, will “bleed green” for the district.

    “We are grateful to Mr. Giordano for going above and beyond for our students and community,” said board president Donna Hochman. “For 24 years, he has made a huge difference in our lives and will remain forever a ‘Lindy bulldog.”

    The board will carefully consider the qualities needed in a new superintendent to succeed Giordano and will keep the community informed throughout the process.“I am grateful to every student who passed through this district and the family members who supported them, for allowing me the opportunity to be a part of their experience. I will never forget that they, and you, were a part of mine,” said Giordano.

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  • The A.R.M.S. Club of Lindenhurst Senior High School has compiled a number of backpacks complete with school supplies to be donated to families within the community who need the support. Please note, supplies are received as donations and may be gently used.

    If you are interested in donating school supplies to the A.R.M.S. Club, please fill out this Donation Form.

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  • Reminder: BOE Organizational Meeting will be held at the McKenna Administration Building and Using Zoom Conferencing on Wednesday, July 14, 2021.  

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 6 p.m.)

    Mask use is no longer required for those who are fully vaccinated. Although no longer a mandate, the local health department strongly recommends that face coverings are worn in all indoor settings.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting

    and use Meeting ID: 989 4267 5626 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/98942675626

  • This year’s Lindenhurst High School valedictorian Aliya John and salutatorian Isabella Pedone have certainly earned their titles, challenging themselves with honors, college credit and Advanced Placement courses. They have both demonstrated remarkable levels of hard work and dedication throughout their schooling and still managed to find time for extracurricular activities and community service.

     With a weighted grade point average of 104.03, Aliya is ranked first in her class. She is the vice president of the Key Club and a member of the National Honor Society, the Science Research Symposium Club and the Tri-M Music Honor Society. She has been recognized for her scientific research and was awarded honorable mention for her contributions to the Stony Brook Young Investigators Review, an undergraduate research journal at Stony Brook University.

    At the New York State School Music Association solo competition, Aliya earned her place in both the All-County and All-State choruses as a vocalist. Her contributions to the youth choir at Our Lady of Grace Church have been second to none. Additionally, Aaliyah volunteers her time at Good Samaritan Hospital where she focuses on patient support.

     An AP Scholar with Distinction who has also earned the AP Capstone diploma, Aliya will be attending Stony Brook University in the fall to study biology.

    Class salutatorian Isabella Pedone shares many similarities with Aliya. She too is an AP Scholar with Distinction, earned an AP Capstone certificate and will major in biology in September. However, she will do so at Williams College in Massachusetts.

    While attending Lindenhurst High School, Isabella explored her love of science in the school’s AP Biology LEFT program and her passion for music by developing an exquisite résumé of musical experiences, including scoring a 100 at the highest level of NYSSMA and performing as principal chair flautist in the Gemini Youth Orchestra and Wind Ensemble at Lincoln Center.

    Congratulations to both of these talented and dedicated women.

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  • Lindenhurst Middle School eighth graders Kate Sniffen, Melina Canales, Isha Garcia, Enzo Britos, who were enrolled in Erik Eve’s Honors social studies class, were recognized with an honorable mention designation in the Private Frontier Essay Contest.

    The national competition’s topic involved entrepreneurs reconsidering what private enterprise might do better than the government. Students were asked the following questions: Is this the future? Is society better served with greater involvement from entrepreneurs? If so, who pays and who profits?

    The students offered unique and thoughtful perspectives, and each received a $50 prize for their honorable mentions.

    The district congratulates them on this achievement.

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June 2021

  • As of Tues., June 29, all students (and all children aged 18 or under) will be able to receive a free 7-day Meal Kit consisting of a week's worth of meals throughout the duration of the summer recess.  Each Meal kit will contain a daily breakfast and lunch for the seven-day period.

    7-day Meal Kits will be distributed every Tuesday from 7am-11am at the High School outside the kitchen back doors starting on June 29 and ending on Aug. 31.  The meals can be picked up by a parent/guardian.  The student does not need to be present at the time of pickup.

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  • The mix of rain and sun was the perfect weather to match the emotion of the day, as the Class of 2021 officially became the newest Lindenhurst High School alumni on June 22.

    Through tears and smiles, the procession of students, led by the district’s administration, faculty and members of the Board of Education, made their way into the Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium at Stony Brook University to the sound of “Pomp and Circumstance.”

    The Marine Corps JROTC stood at attention while class vice president Anthony Chiarelli led the salute to the flag. The senior members of the high school chorus sang “The Star-Spangled Banner,” accompanied by the Senior American Sign Language students who signed the lyrics. Superintendent of Schools Dan Giordano welcomed proud family, friends and distinguished guests to the 102nd commencement ceremony and the first to be held at Stony Brook University. Assistant Principal Daniel Noviello introduced class valedictorian Aliya John and class salutatorian Isabella Pedone, who presented beautiful commencement speeches to their peers. In her address, Isabella spoke of the “courage to continue” as encouraged by Winston Churchill. She reminded her peers that “our senior year was filled with uncertainty. We all had to adapt and find new ways to learn in very little time and it was the ‘courage to continue’ that has landed us where we are now.” Aliya offered her peers the following advice: “Tomorrow is not guaranteed, and destiny is not preordained. Do not merely recognize a challenge. Funnel as much positive energy into that challenge to get to the outcome that you know will make you happy.”

    Similarly, Principal Dr. Candice Brodie addressed the Class of 2021, emphasizing their positivity, and recognized the members of the senior class who have attained a high level of proficiency in listening, speaking, reading and writing in one or more languages, earning them the New York State Seal of Biliteracy.

    Board of Education Vice President Ed Langone and trustee Josephine Martino presented Pride of Lindenhurst Awards to graduates Patrick Lopez, Amy Hilsenbeck and the Class of 2020. Patrick Matthews then addressed his peers in what would be his last task at Class President.

    Board of Education members then proudly presented diplomas to an eager class of students, after which the Class of 2021 performed the symbol of graduation and moved their tassels over to the left side of their caps in a final act of unity led by Superintendent Giordano.

    Click here to watch the commencement ceremony.

    Lindenhurst High School Class of 2021 Slideshow.

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  • Reminder: BOE Community Forum at Lindenhurst High School and Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, June 16, 2021.  

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Seating is limited for in-person attendance.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting

    and use Meeting ID: 987 6289 0697 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/98762890697

  • Congratulations to all of the seniors who were recognized during the 2021 Senior Awards.

    CLICK HERE to watch the ceremony.

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  • June 7, 2021

    Dear Lindenhurst Community,

    Earlier today, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced that New York State will eliminate its statewide outdoor mask requirement for students and adults on school property at the discretion of each school district. Students will however still be required to wear face coverings when inside school buildings.

    According to the Governor, the CDC “are not going to change their guidance for several weeks,” but as infection rates have fallen in New York State and vaccination rates have risen, he feels that this is a step that New York can safely take. 

    As the district has consistently adhered to the guidelines provided by the state, effective Tuesday, June 8, 2021, all students and adults on school grounds will have the option to remove their face coverings when outdoors. 

    While this news may be disappointing for many who were expecting that masks would no longer be required indoors, we, as a district, must adhere to the state mandates. We must also recognize that there are some members of the school community who may feel more comfortable continuing to wear their masks. It is imperative that we continue to respect the decisions of those around us.

    Similarly, I must reiterate the importance of continued social distancing and frequent hand washing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.

    Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • Since the last message was sent on May 24, the district was made aware of the following students/staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Lindenhurst High School -- 2 students: These students were not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student: This student participates in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing is required.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • In-Person Registration will take place at the Lindenhurst High School Pool on June 28, 2021: 

    Level 1 and 2 (5-6 pm)

    Level 3 and 4 (6-7 pm)

    Level 5 and 6 (5-7 pm)

    Class Schedule Block:

    July 6 - 16

    July 19 - 30

    August 2-13

    Class Times:

    40-minute sessions between 8-11 am

    8 am - Levels 1, 3 and 5

    8:45 am - Levels 2, 4 and 6

    9:30 am - Levels 1, 3 and 5

    10:15 am - Levels 2, 4 and 6

    Payment Information:

    Payment can be made using a check or money order made out to Lindenhurst Public Schools in the amount of $50.

    Parents may sign up for ONLY 1 Schedule Block.

    Swim lessons will take place at the Lindenhurst High School Pool.

    Parents may not wait in or enter the pool area.

    Instructors will meet students at the door.

    Instructors will wear masks on the pool deck, but NOT in the water.

    A Google classroom code will be provided to you at the time of registration.

    Please email dpollard@lufsd.org or mkreppein@lufd.org if you have any questions or concerns.

  • Reminder: BOE Business Meeting at Lindenhurst High School and Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, June 2, 2021.  

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 6:30 p.m.)

    Seating is limited for in-person attendance.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting

    and use Meeting ID: 921 3266 4939 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/92132664939

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  • Use the information below to access the Albany Avenue Virtual PTA Meeting.

    Join Zoom Meeting

    Meeting ID: 861 2130 7811

    Passcode: PTA

  • The district is excited to announce that we have been granted funds for a Universal Pre-K program to begin in September 2021. This will be a full-day program, running Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. at locations still to be determined. There is NO COST to participate in this program; however, you are responsible for providing your own transportation.

    Seats are limited and students will be selected for the program on a lottery basis. The lottery is not on a first-come, first-served basis. Once all seats are filled, children will be placed on a waiting list. Eligible candidates must meet the following criteria:

    • Be a Lindenhurst resident.
    • Be 4 years of age on or before Dec. 1, 2021.

    Interested parties should CLICK HERE to print and complete the UPK Lottery Application. Once fully completed, the form should be returned to:

    Dr. Lisa M. Omeis

    Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Curriculum and Instruction

    Lindenhurst UFSD

    350 Daniel Street

    Lindenhurst, NY  11757

    All eligible submissions received by Friday, June 18, 2021, will be considered. Students who are selected to participate through the lottery process will be notified of their acceptance in early July and will be required to complete the registration process at that time.

May 2021

  • Please be advised that elementary swim lesson registration will be held on Saturday, Mar. 5 from 8 am - 10 am at the high school pool.

    $50 per child and checks/money orders should be made out to "Lindenhurst Public Schools."

    Classes run on Saturdays. Schedule is as follows: 9:30 am, 10:15 am, 11 am, and 11:45 am.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following staff member who has reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 student:  This student was not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Lindenhurst UFSD is proud to announce our FREE Summer Enrichment Literacy Camp for ENL students entering grades 1st - 8th.  Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

    If you have any questions, please join our ENL Parent Information Zoom Meeting on Tuesday, May 25th at 6:00 pm. We will have Spanish and Polish translators on hand.

    Join Zoom Meeting click here.

    Meeting ID: 912 2739 3904
    Passcode: 393215

  • The Budget Has Passed. Thank You.

    591 Yes

    366 No

    Proposition 1 to utilize Capital Reserve Fund to finance projects for the acquisition and installation of new windows in the Daniel Street School has passed:

    635 Yes

    310 No

    Congratulations to Mary Ellen Cunningham, Kevin Garbe and Donna Hochman on winning the Board election.

    Mary Ellen Cunningham - 710

    Kevin Garbe - 680

    Donna Hochman - 652

    Presupuesto Aprobado

    591 Si 

    366 No  

    La Propuesta 1 para utilizar el Fondo de Reserva de Capital para financiar proyectos para la adquisición e instalación de nuevas ventanas en la Escuela Daniel Street ha sido aprobada:

    635 Si 

    310 No

    Felicitaciones a Mary Ellen Cunningham, Kevin Garbe y Donna Hochman por ganar la elección de la Junta.

    Mary Ellen Cunningham - 710

    Kevin Garbe - 680

    Donna Hochman - 652

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  • Please be advised that the OWL Policy Meeting will take place virtually today at 4:30 pm.

    Those interested in participating can do so using the following information:

    Join Zoom Meeting click here.

    Meeting ID: 759 6589 0227

    Passcode: 4eZK8W

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student: This student participates in the district's full remote instructional program. Although no contact tracing was required during the school day, the student also participated in an extra-curricular activity after school hours. Contact tracing for the extra-curricular activity is complete and all close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.    

    William Rall Elementary School -- 2 students:  The contact tracing investigation for these student cases is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Reminder: BOE Community Forum Meeting Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Tuesday, May 18, 2021.  

    Service begins at 9:30 p.m.

    (Executive Session 8:30 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting

    and use Meeting ID: 947 8413 4550 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/94784134550

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and there were no close contacts identified. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Lindenhurst High School  -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Lindenhurst Middle School  -- 1 student: This student is enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was not required. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Great news! 

    The district will be offering a free summer enrichment program beginning July 12, 2021 and ending August 12, 2021. 

    The program, housed at William Rall Elementary School, will offer students an opportunity to strengthen their academic skills while engaging in a variety of activities with their peers in a “summer camp” style program. The program will foster a sense of community, focusing on themes such as friendship, kindness, courage, curiosity, confidence, belonging, and hope.  

    Please note that availability is limited. Additionally, bus transportation will not be provided to students, however participants will receive breakfast and lunch throughout the day.

    Information and registration forms can be found using the appropriate links below:

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Lindenhurst High School -- 2 students: These students were not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • CLICK HERE to view the following virtual TAL Awards video.

    Congratulations to all of the students who received recognition!

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  • Lindenhurst SEPTA invites you to attend a virtual workshop on Understanding Support and Services Through OPWDD on May 17, 2021. Currently all meetings are to be held at 7pm via Zoom.  ID: 751 240 1303 Password: SEPTA **ID/password applies to all scheduled meetings**

    Check our e-board and Join our FB page @Lindenhurst SEPTA, for up-to-date information and fun events.

    Any questions please call SEPTA President, Diane Gorumba at 718-506-7552, SEPTA Vice President, Maria Rella at 347-865-9259 or email -  SEPTALindenhurst@gmail.com

  • The members of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District’s Board of Education recently penned a letter to state and local officials advocating for a relaxation in rules related to end-of-year events such as prom and graduation. The letter was sent to Governor Andrew Cuomo, in addition to the Commissioner of Education, the Board of Regents, the New York State and Suffolk County Departments of Health, and local politicians including Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean Pierre and Senators Phil Boyle and John Brooks.  

    All nine members of the Board signed the letter which states that while they believe that “the health and welfare of our students, their families and the New York State population at large is of utmost importance,” they feel that the requirements to attend prom and graduation go too far. Requirements include all attendees to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 test within three days of the event (six hours if a rapid test is taken), proof of full vaccination status, or proof of a previously confirmed positive case with a release from quarantine notice. 

    CLICK HERE to review their letter.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student: This student is enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Harding Avenue Elementary School -- 3 students: The contact tracing investigation for these three student cases is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Lindenhurst High School -- 2 students: Both of these students are enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program. One (1) of the two (2) students also participated in after school athletics and therefore a contact tracing investigation was required for this case. The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Reminder: BOE Community Meeting Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, May 5, 2021

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting

    and use Meeting ID: 957 0259 7872 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Or iPhone one-tap:
        US: +1 929 205 6099

    Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/95702597872

April 2021

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.    

    Harding Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Upon learning about some influential Americans throughout history during class, students in Alyson Ferreby's second grade class at Daniel Street Elementary School, read biographies and completed art projects depicting their chosen notable American. Students then donned the costumes of the figure they studied presented their projects in character, sharing interesting facts about themselves to their classmates. 

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  • In recognition of Earth Day on April 22, students in Leighann Hollweg’s first grade class at Harding Avenue in the created robots constructed of recycled household items. Additionally, the students wrote about their new robots and presented them to their classmates.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Harding Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and no close contacts were identified. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Below you will find the public links needed to participate in the CLASS WARS being held on Wednesday, April 28 and Thursday, April 29 at 7 pm.

    Students do not need to use the Zoom App. The event can be accessed directly from the browser. 

    LUFSD Class Wars 4/28/2021

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/97600891563

    Webinar ID: 976 0089 1563

    Or Call 888 788 0099

    LUFSD Class Wars 4/29/2021

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/93036072230

    Webinar ID: 930 3607 2230

    Or Call 888 788 0099

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 staff member:  This staff member was not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Harding Avenue Elementary School -- 3 students: One (1) of the student cases related to a student who has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other two (2) student cases, the contact tracing investigations are complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Reminder: BOE Community Meeting Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Thursday, Apr. 27, 2021

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting

    and use Meeting ID: 989 3442 8230 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Or iPhone one-tap:
        US: +1 929 205 6099

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/98934428230

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.    

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student: This student who was not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen

  • On April 15, second grade students at Daniel Street Elementary School took part in a grade level spelling bee. The students qualified to participate after winning first or second in their class bees.

    Students took on many complicated words with confidence. After several rounds, only two contestants remained, Dylan Simicich and Uliana Melnyk. In the end, Uliana emerged as the winner by correctly spelling “perfume.”

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    Harding Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.   

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student: This student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and no close contacts were identified. 

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student: This student participates in the district full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    William Rall Elementary School -- 1 student: This student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 2 students: For one (1) of the student cases, the student was not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  For the other student case, the contact tracing investigation is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 2 staff members: The contact tracing investigation for these staff member cases is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    Lindenhurst High School -- 3 students: All three student cases involved students who participate in after school athletics and attend in person instruction. The contact tracing investigation for these student cases is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • BOE Special Business Meeting Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Thursday, Apr. 15, 2021

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting

    and use Meeting ID: 916 6731 9118

    to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Or iPhone one-tap:
        US: +1 929 205 6099

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/91667319118

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19. 

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student: This student is enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program, however this student also participates in after school athletics. The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of 4 total cases of students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19, including 1 case which was a result of district covid-19 testing for high risk sports. 

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    Lindenhurst  High School -- 2 students: For one (1) of the two (2) student cases, the student attended classes remotely within the 48 hour window of time for which contact tracing would be required. However since the student participated in after school athletics within the 48 hour window, contact tracing was required by the district. The second student case also required contact tracing as this student attended class in person within 48 hours of symptom onset. The contact tracing investigation for both these student cases is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Registration of eligible kindergarten students for the 2021-2022 school year will be performed remotely online due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In accordance with established policy of the Lindenhurst School District, children must be 5 years of age on or before Dec. 1, 2021, to be enrolled in kindergarten for the upcoming year. If your child has received or is currently receiving preschool special education services, you will still need to register for kindergarten. 

    The fastest way to register is online by following these 3 easy steps:

    1. Complete the application online by CLICKING HERE.

    2. Next, download the packet below: 

    3. Then, complete the packet and return the required documents by email to: registration@lufsd.org

    Required documents: Proof of birth, immunization records, and health appraisal form (physical) for each child.

    Paper registration packets are available upon request.

    Contact registration@lufsd.org or call (631)867-3055.

    For your child to be included in kindergarten screening and orientation, it is asked that you make every effort to register your child as soon as possible. Children who have not been registered by the screening and/or orientation dates scheduled by the individual elementary schools will not be allowed to attend the screening and/or orientation.

    As a specific number of kindergarten seats exist in each elementary school, the district must utilize a first-come, first-served procedure. Please note that students registering later during the year may be enrolled in an overflow school within the Lindenhurst Union Free School District.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. 

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School-- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Lindenhurst High School -- 2 students: These students are enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The student is enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • To date, since the district began the spring break on Mar. 29, 2020, there have been a total of 20 district staff members and students who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. These numbers have been broken down by building below. It is important to note that all of the contact tracing investigations for these cases have been completed and there is no further action required on the part of the district.

    Total summary of cases reported over Spring Break (16 total):

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School: 2 students, 1 staff member

    Daniel Street Elementary School: 1 student, 1 staff member

    Lindenhurst Middle School: 1 student, 1 staff member

    Lindenhurst High School: 8 students, 1 staff member

    Summary of cases reported yesterday (4/5) and today (4/6):

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 2 staff members: These staff members were not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 2 students: These students were not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Reminder: BOE Business Meeting and Budget Adoption Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, Apr. 7, 2021

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

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    Recordatorio: La reunión de negocios de BOE y la adopción del presupuesto mediante Zoom Conferencing se llevarán a cabo el miércoles 7 de abril del 2021 

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March 2021

 

 

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. 

    Albany Ave -- 4 studentsOne (1) of the student cases related to a student who was not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other three (3) student cases the contact tracing investigations are complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 1 staff member:  The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Middle School -- 1 student: This student is enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program but was in the building after school one day for a limited amount of time to participate in after school athletics. The  contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and no additional close contacts were identified.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. 

    West Gates Ave -- 1 student:  This student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • The district's spring recess is scheduled for Monday, March 29 through Friday, April 2. As such, the district will be offering bagged “to go” meals, containing breakfast and lunch for the week to all district students. Those meals will be available for pick up at the Lindenhurst High School (outside of the back doors to the kitchen) on Friday, March 26 between the hours of 8 am-10 am and Wednesday March 31 between the hours of 8am and 10am.We hope that you enjoy a safe and much needed recess.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. 

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 staff member: This staff member has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.    

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student: This student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student: This student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    William Rall Elementary School  -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. 

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School -- 2 studentsThe contact tracing investigations for these student cases is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 staff member:   The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.   

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. 

    Daniel Street Elementary School-- 2 students: These students have not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student:  The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. 

    Senior High School -- 7 students: Four (4) of the student cases related to students enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other three (3) student cases the contact tracing investigations are complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. 

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: This student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member: This staff member has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Harding Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member:  The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 4 students:  One (1) of the student cases related to a student enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required. Another one (1) of the student cases, the student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the last two (2) student cases, the contact tracing investigation is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    Lindenhurst High School -- 3 students:  One (1) of the student cases related to a student enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required. Another one (1) of the student cases, the student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the last student case, the contact tracing investigation is complete, and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases.

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Lindenhurst SEPTA invites you to attend a virtual workshop on Mental Health Advocates with Gabrielle Giacomazzo on March 22, 2021. Currently all meetings are to be held at 7pm via Zoom.  ID: 751 240 1303 Password: SEPTA **ID/password applies to all scheduled meetings**

    Check our e-board and Join our FB page @Lindenhurst SEPTA, for up-to-date information and fun events.

    Any questions please call SEPTA President, Diane Gorumba at 718-506-7552, SEPTA Vice President, Maria Rella at 347-865-9259 or email -  SEPTALindenhurst@gmail.com.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. 

    Lindenhurst High School -- 3 students: Two (2) of the student cases related to students who are enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other student case the contact tracing investigation is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.    

    William Rall Elementary School -- 2 students:   One (1) of the student cases related to a student who has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other student case, the student is enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. 

    Lindenhurst High School -- 3 students: Two (2) of the student cases related to students who are enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other student case the contact tracing investigation is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.    

    William Rall Elementary School -- 2 students:   One (1) of the student cases related to a student who has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other student case, the student is enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Lindenhurst High School has announced the names of the students with the top 20 highest grade point averages of the Class of 2021. These elite students are to be commended for their dedication, effort and perseverance:

    • Aliya John
    • Isabella Pedone
    • Alexander Snit
    • Grace Barbara
    • Connor Colford
    • Jarred Navarro
    • Hailee Shehu
    • Robert Hager
    • Adrian Bak
    • Dina McGinley
    • Tatana Leonovich
    • Kamil Galazka
    • Gabriel Chodon
    • Kevin Herbst
    • Brooklyn Ratel
    • Phillip Bullock
    • Julia Messina
    • Alexis Provenz
    • Leanna Birsner
    • Kaitlyn Taveras
    • Nicole Cardino
  • Reminder: BOE Community Forum Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Thursday, Mar. 18, 2021 

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 995 5351 3314 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)Or iPhone one-tap:    US: +1 929 205 6099

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/99553513314

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Ave -- 2 students:  The contact tracing investigations for these student cases are complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.

    Lindenhurst  High School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Harding Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student:  This student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.    

    Lindenhurst High School -- 3 students: These students have not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. 1 staff member: This staff member has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.      

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student: This student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: This student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 3 students: The contact tracing investigation for all three (3) of these student cases is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 1 staff member:  This staff member has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 9 students: Two (2) of these student cases related to students enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Two (2) of the student cases related to students who have not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other five (5) student cases, the contact tracing investigations are complete, and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. Four of the aforementioned student cases were student-athletes who were tested on-site on Saturday as part of the district's high-risk sports covid-19 testing program. 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.

    Harding Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.    

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student: The student is enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • CLICK HERE - This section is dedicated to providing residents with up-to-date, detailed information on the school budget. 

    Including Budget Presentation Videos, available now for review.

    2021-2022 Información de Presupuestaria

    HAGA CLIC AQUI - Esta sección está dedicada a proporcionar a los residentes información actualizada y detallada sobre el presupuesto escolar.

    Incluidos los videos de presentación del presupuesto, disponibles ahora para su revisión. 

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address

    Senior High School -- 2 students: One (1) of the student cases related to a student who has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other student case the student is enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required. 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Students throughout the district celebrated national Read Across America Day on March 2 in a myriad of ways. The day celebrates a love of literacy in conjunction with the birthday of the late Dr. Seuss, author of many famous children’s books including Green Eggs and Ham and Oh, the Places You’ll Go. Student council members of Lindenhurst High School organized a virtual literacy event in which the high school students volunteered to read some of their favorite books from childhood to the district’s elementary school students using the Google Meet virtual platform.             

    At Albany Avenue Elementary School, first grade students in the Spanish Dual language program explored math, as well as literacy, when they sorted and added packets of goldfish snacks after reading the book One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish in both English and Spanish.          

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  • The flutists of Lindenhurst High School recently had the unique opportunity to explore their instrument further with assistance from Flutist Gunnery Sergeant Ellen Dooley of “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band during a virtual clinic.

    During the interactive clinic, Gunnery Sergeant Dooley shared with the students her experiences performing in the oldest continuously active professional music organization and performing at the inaugurations for the last four Presidents of the United States. She then shared with the students some information on vibrato and tone and how to better control the notes they played. 

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Alleghany Avenue -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

     

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Throughout the district, students at the elementary level recognized the 100th day of school as a major milestone.

    Students read books about the 100th day of school, took part in myriad 100th day activities including the 100th Day Rodeo and stringing Froot Loops® necklaces using sets of 10 Froot Loops®. Some activities included exercising by taking 100 steps down the hall, creating projects made from 100 items, such as T-shirts. In some cases students even dressed as 100-year-olds.  

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  • While the students of the district compiled a list of good deeds done for Kindness week, others compiled letters of gratitude for members of the community. 

    At Daniel Street Elementary School, students created cards for the local healthcare workers at Good Samaritan, Southside and Montefiore Hospitals. Fifth-grade students in Laura Colosa’s class decided to send their messages to essential healthcare workers directly connected their class including the father, aunt and uncle of student Nick Rueb. Their efforts and research are helping to make the world a healthier and safer place for all of us.

    Third-grade students in Stacey Bressi’s class at William Rall Elementary School heard that there was a class of first grade students at the North Ridge Primary School in Commack who were disappointed to learn that their annual Valentine’s Day Party was cancelled due to the pandemic. The William Rall students wrote friendly letters to the class in hopes of cheering them up. “We didn’t want any kids to feel sad, especially on a holiday,” said third-grader Amelia Stankiewicz.

    The idea of spreading joy through writing was also shared by the National Junior Honor Society students at Lindenhurst Middle School who recently started a “letter drive,” in which they, along with other students, aides, and teachers wrote letters to some of the elderly members of the community, who may be feeling alone and down during these difficult times.

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  • Enhancing their study of ancient Egypt, sixth-grade students at Lindenhurst Middle School recently took part in a virtual field trip to the Penn Museum in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

    With the help of Outreach Program Manager, Allyson Mitchell and School Visit Coordinator, Beth Potens, the students explored the mummification process step by step. Throughout the interactive video conference session, students reviewed Egyptian artifacts and replicas and discussed the myth behind mummies.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 2 students: The contact tracing investigation for these two student cases is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 3 students: One (1) of the student cases related to a student enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other two (2) student cases the students have not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. 

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 2 students:  One (1) of the student cases related to a student enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other student case, the student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.    

    Lindenhurst  High School -- 2 students: One (1) of the student cases related to a student who has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other student case the contact tracing investigation is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.    

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student:  The student is enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    William Rall Elementary School-- 2 students:   One (1) of the student cases related to a student who has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other student case, the contact tracing investigation is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Reminder: BOE Business Meeting Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, Mar. 3, 2021

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting

    and use Meeting ID: 982 5752 0867

    to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Or iPhone one-tap:
        US: +1 929 205 6099

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/98257520867

February 2021

  • Graduation will be here before you know it! It is time to place your cap and gown order. In lieu of a representative visiting the school, you will be placing your order, with appropriate measurements, on the My School Bucks website starting Thursday, February 25th.  

    If you already have a My School Bucks account, you will log in with the same account. If you do not have an account, go to MySchoolBucks website to create one. Once you have an account, you will:

    1.    Click "School Store" tab at the top of the page

    2.    Click "Browse All Items"

    3.    Click "Graduation Cap and Gown"

    A copy of what you will see on the page and the information requested is attached.  The cost is $20. This covers:

    1.    Class of 2021 Medallions

    2.    Tassel

    3.    Any expenses related to graduation/end of year activities

    4.    Additional tassel, key chains can be purchased for $5 each

    5.    A Mega Tassel can be purchased for an additional $6.

    The Cap and Gown Store will close on Friday, March 25th.  Please be sure to place your order by then.  If you have any questions, regarding My School Bucks, please call Michele Claud.  For questions about Caps and Gowns, please call Karen Ramonetti. Both can be reached at 631-867-3700.

    Looking forward to an exciting time of year!

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.    

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 student:   The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Harding Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 3 students:  One (1) of the student cases related to a student enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other two (2) student cases the contact tracing investigations are complete, and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    William Rall Elementary School -- 1 student:   The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member:  The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Reminder: BOE Community Forum Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021

    Service begins at 8 p.m. (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting

    and use Meeting ID: 927 2060 8285 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Or iPhone one-tap:
        US: +1 929 205 6099

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/92720608285

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  • To date, since the district began the winter break on Feb. 15, 2021, there have been a total of 4 district staff members and 10 district students who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. These numbers have been broken down by building below. It is important to note that all of the contact tracing investigations for these cases have been completed and there is no further action required on the part of the district.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School:

    Staff- 1

    Daniel Street Elementary School:

    Staff- 2

    William Rall Elementary School:

    Students-1

    Lindenhurst Middle School:

    Students-3

    Lindenhurst High School:

    Staff-1

    Students-6

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases.

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    I thank you for your continued support and diligence as together we work to keep our infection rates low.

  • Students in grades one through three and fourth and fifth-respectively, of William Rall Elementary School in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District recently took part in the school level of the annual Scripps National Spelling Bee. The students qualified to participate in the school-level bee after winning their class bees.

    This year’s events, which included students in-school and learning remotely, were recorded such that their families would have the opportunity to watch as well. Students from both grade level groupings took on many complicated words with confidence. After several rounds with their respective age groups, only two contestants remained. The school-level winners were – third-grader Barbara Ziniti who correctly spelled “Scandinavia” and fifth-grader Jamel Gibbons who correctly spelled “sheathed.”

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  • Students of Christin Mansfield’s eighth-grade Global Foods class at the Lindenhurst Middle School recently explored the blended culture of New Orleans. Students listened to classic Dixieland Jazz music, discussed traditional Cajun and Creole food as well as the history of Mardi Gras.  The lesson culminated in students making beignets from scratch.

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  • Throughout the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, students and staff took part in Kindness Week. They challenged themselves to participate in various acts of kindness such as saying hello to three people, paying someone a compliment or writing a thank-you note to someone in the school.

    At Alleghany Avenue Elementary School, where the theme was Spreading Kindness Alleghany and Beyond, students took part in classroom lessons from the Beyond Our Neighbors curriculum supporting empathy and compassion for others. Lessons revolved around virtual read-a-louds including one from school social worker, Florri Krefsky, who read “The Forgiveness Garden” by Lauren Thompson. 

    Students put together a large banner to thank the school’s custodians for their hard work in keeping the school clean and safe. Additionally, students contributed messages of appreciation for their teachers on purple hearts that were posted on the school’s “Appreciation Station” bulletin board.

    At Lindenhurst High School, Principal Dr. Candice Brodie and the school’s assistant principals showed their appreciation for the staff and demonstrated kindness by serving them hot chocolate throughout the day on Feb. 12.

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  • Lindenhurst SEPTA invites you to attend a virtual workshop on Education Records Organization on February 22, 2021. Currently all meetings are to be held at 7pm via Zoom.  ID: 751 240 1303 Password: SEPTA **ID/password applies to all scheduled meetings**

    Check our e-board and Join our FB page @Lindenhurst SEPTA, for up-to-date information and fun events.

    Any questions please call SEPTA President, Diane Gorumba at 718-506-7552, SEPTA Vice President, Maria Rella at 347-865-9259 or email -  SEPTALindenhurst@gmail.com.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  

    William Rall Elementary School -- 1 students:   The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    William Rall Elementary School -- 1 student:   The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student:   The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 2 staff members: The contact tracing investigation for these staff member cases is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.   

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  

    William Rall Elementary School -- 3 students:  Two (2) of the student cases related to students who have not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. For the other student case the contact tracing investigation is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 2 students:   These students are enrolled in the full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 2 students:  One (1) of the student cases related to a student who has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. The other student case related to a student enrolled in the full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member:  The staff member has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member:  The staff member has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Late yesterday, the district was made aware of a deeply troubling incident concerning two female students, ages 14 and 16. While walking, the girls were approached by a middle-aged white male in a white SUV pretending to be a police officer. The man lured the two girls into his car with the offer to drive them to their destination. According to Suffolk County Police, the man later asked the older girl to get out of his vehicle but proceeded to drive to a second location with the younger female, where she managed to escape. The Suffolk County police have made an arrest today.

    We are extremely thankful that our students were able to escape and that they reported the incident immediately to a neighbor, who called 911. We are also grateful for the SCPD’s immediate response and continued investigation into this crime.

    Please continue to reinforce with your children all of the necessary basic stranger safety protocol, including walking in groups and being watchful for strangers. As a district, we will reinforce safety measures with our students, as well.

    This situation is especially upsetting given the fact that the students put their trust in someone who said he was a police officer. It is important to note the distinction between officers dressed in a full uniform, with a badge and driving a marked police car and those who are not. If someone identifies themselves as a police officer in plain clothes, driving an unmarked car and without a badge, they should be treated as a stranger. Please discuss this important distinction with your children and reinforce that they should never get in the car with a stranger.

    As always, please encourage your children to report any unusual encounters with a trusted adult immediately.

    Thank you for your assistance and we will continue to keep you updated with any important developments.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 3 students:  One (1) of these student cases related to a student who participates in the district's full remote instructional program, one (1) case relates to a student who has not been in the building since before the holiday beak, and one (1) case related to a student who has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset. No contact tracing investigation was required.

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student:  The student participates in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  1 staff member:  The staff member has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.    

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member: The staff member has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Harding Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.     

    Lindenhurst High School -- 2 students:  One (1) of these student cases related to a student who was not in school within 48 hrs of symptom onset. The contact tracing investigation for the other student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.   

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Reminder: BOE Community Forum Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting

    and use Meeting ID: 978 1756 5015 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Or iPhone one-tap:
        US: +1 929 205 6099

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/97817565015

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  • Please be advised that the Lindenhurst High School will hold the annual Local Scholarship Night virtually on February 4 at 7:00 pm.

    You are invited to attend the Zoom webinar by utilizing the link below:

    Join Zoom Meeting by clicking here.

    Webinar ID: 919 8122 0991

    Via iPhone one-tap:
        US: +19292056099,91981220991# or +13126266799, 91981220991#

    Or via Telephone:

    Dial (for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):   

    US: +1 929 205 6099 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 669 900 6833 or 833 548 0282 (Toll Free) or 877 853 5247 (Toll Free) or 888 788 0099 (Toll Free) or 833 548 0276 (Toll Free)

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January 2021

  • In anticipation of the inclement weather conditions, Lindenhurst Union Free School District will be closed Monday, February 1. There will be no remote instruction. This will be a traditional snow day. If a school closing or delayed opening is necessary for Tuesday, a message will be sent either Monday evening or Tuesday morning. 

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 staff member:  The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and no close contacts were identified.

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  

    William Rall Elementary School -- 1 student:  The student is enrolled in the full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Daniel Street Elementary School  -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    Harding Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.      

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 2 staff members: For (1) of the staff member cases the contact tracing investigation is complete and there were no close contacts identified.  For the other staff member, no contact tracing was required because the staff member has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset.

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building since within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Harding Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student:  The contact tracing investigation for this student case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 staff member:  The staff member has not been in the building since within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  1 student: The student is enrolled in the district's full remote instructional program and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building since within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Attention all Lindenhurst High School seniors!

    Please be advised that the local scholarship bulletin is now available.

    Please CLICK HERE to access the bulletin online.

    All applications are due March 1, 2021.

    Please be advised that all applications must be typed with the exception of signatures, which are to be hand-written in ink.

    Should you have any questions please reach out to your guidance counselor.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 2 staff members: The contact tracing investigations for these staff member cases have been completed and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student:  The student has not been in the building since within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation for this staff member case is complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 1 student: The student has not been in the building since within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    William Rall Elementary School-- 2 students:  The contact tracing investigations for these student cases are complete and all close contacts have been informed by the district that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Due to the Covid Pandemic the ELL and the GED classes have been postponed until further notice.

    Debido a la pandemia de Covid, las clases de ELL y GED se han pospuesto hasta nuevo aviso.

    Z powodu Covid Pandemic zajęcia ELL i GED zostały przełożone do odwołania.

    The Adult Education classes will be held virtually only.

    You can register either on-line or by mail.

    There is no in-person registration.

    Additionally, there will be no senior discount as the cost of each class has been discounted drastically.Please note that if a class does not have enough participation, it is subject to cancellation.

    CLICK HERE for online registration as of January 25, 2021.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Alleghany Ave Elementary School -- 1 student: The student has not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student:  The contact tracing investigation for this student case has been completed and all close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    • West Gates Ave Elementary School -- 2 students: The contact tracing investigations have been completed for both student cases and all individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days.
    • Lindenhurst High School -- 2 students:  One (1) of the student cases required contact tracing. The contact tracing investigation for that case has been completed and all of the close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  One (1) student case was related to an individual who was not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  1 staff member: The staff member has not been in the building within 48 hours of the symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.   

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Ave Elementary School -- 1 student: The student had not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student: The student had not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student: The student had not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.

    West Gates Ave Elementary School -- 2 students: One (1) of the student cases required contact tracing. The other student case was related to an individual who was not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required.  The contact tracing investigation for the one (1) student case has been completed and all close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

     

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 2 staff members & 1 student: The contact tracing investigation for these three cases has been completed and all individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member:  The contact tracing investigation has been completed and no additional individuals were identified as close contacts.   

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student:  The contact tracing investigation has been completed and all individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 3 staff members:  Two (2) of these staff member cases required contact tracing. The contact tracing investigation for these two (2) cases have been completed and all close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days.  One (1) staff member case related to an individual who was not in the building since before the holiday break and therefore no contact tracing was required. 

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 staff member: The staff member has not been within the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. 1 student: The student has not been within the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. 

    William Rall Elementary School -- One (1) of these student cases required contact tracing. The other student case related to an individual who was not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required. The contact tracing investigation for the one (1) student case has been completed and all close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Lindenhurst SEPTA invites you to attend a virtual workshop on Lindy Cares on January 25, 2021.

    Currently all meetings are to be held at 7pm via Zoom. 

    **ID: 751 240 1303 Password: SEPTA ID/password applies to all scheduled meetings**

    Check our e-board and Join our FB page @Lindenhurst SEPTA, for up-to-date information and fun events.

    Any questions please call SEPTA President, Diane Gorumba at 718-506-7552, SEPTA Vice President, Maria Rella at 347-865-9259 or email -  SEPTALindenhurst@gmail.com.

  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 5 students: Three (3) of these student cases required contact tracing. The contact tracing investigations for the three (3) cases has been completed and all close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days. One (1) student case was related to a student who is fully remote, and the other student case was related to a student who was not within the building within 48-hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing was required for either case.

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation has been completed and all individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 2 students: One (1) student case related to a student who is fully remote, and the other student case related to a student who was not within the building since before the holiday break and therefore no contact tracing was required for either case. 

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: The student has not been within the building since before the holiday break and therefore no contact tracing was required. 

    McKenna Administration Building -- 1 staff: The contact tracing investigation has been completed and all individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days. 

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Alleghany Ave Elementary School -- 1 staff member:  The staff member has not been in the building since before the holiday break and therefore no contact tracing required.  

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 student: The contact tracing investigation has been completed and all individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student: The student has not been in the building since before the holiday break and therefore no contact tracing required.

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 staff member:  The staff member has not been in the building within 48 hrs of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing required.

    West Gates Ave Elementary School -- 1 staff member: The contact tracing investigation has been completed and all individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they need to quarantine for 10 days.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Reminder: BOE Community Forum Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 6 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting

    and use Meeting ID: 981 4353 7513 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Or iPhone one-tap:
        US: +1 929 205 6099

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/98143537513

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  • Please note that a correction is required regarding the number of cases reported at the Lindenhurst Academy in yesterday’s message. It was reported that there were 3 cases at the Academy, however, there was only 1. 

    Additionally, since the last report, the district was made aware of the following members of staff and students who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. 

    Lindenhurst High School -- 

    • 1 staff member: This individual was quarantined already due to a previous school investigation. The contact tracing investigation determined no additional individuals were in close contact with them requiring quarantine.
    • 2 students: These students have not been in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset and therefore no contact tracing is required.  

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: contact tracing has been completed and the individuals identified as close contacts will quarantine for 10 days; 1 staff member: contact tracing has been completed and the individuals identified as close contacts will quarantine for 10 days

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member: contact tracing has been completed and the individuals identified as close contacts will quarantine for 10 days 

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 student: contact tracing has been completed and the individuals identified as close contacts will quarantine for 10 days

    Harding Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: has not been in the building since before break - no contact tracing required.   

    Lindenhurst Academy -- 3 students: contact tracing has been completed and the individuals identified as close contacts will quarantine for 10 days

    Lindenhurst High School -- 2 students: neither of the 2 students have been in the building within 48 hrs of symptom onset - no contact tracing required. 

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 4 students: none of the 4 students have not been in the building within 48 hrs of symptom onset - no contact tracing is required.  1 staff member: contact tracing complete, individuals identified as close contacts will quarantine for 10 days        

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student:  contact tracing has been completed and the individuals identified as close contacts will quarantine for 10 days

    William Rall Elementary School -- 1 staff member: has not been in the building since before break - no contact tracing required.   

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • January 8, 2021

    Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    William Rall Elementary School -- 3 students:  All contact tracing is complete for the three cases, and the individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they will need to quarantine for 10 days.   

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 staff member:  Contact tracing is complete, and the individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they will need to quarantine for 10 days.      

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 student:  Contact tracing is complete, and the individuals identified as close contacts have been informed they will need to quarantine for 10 days.    

    Lindenhurst High School -- 1 student & 1 staff member: Neither of these individuals have been in the building since prior to the holiday break and no contact tracing is required.   

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student: This individual has not been in the building since prior to the holiday break and no contact tracing required. 1 staff member from the district’s busing company: Contact tracing is complete and individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they will need to quarantine for 10 days.        

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: This individual has not been in the building since prior to the holiday break and no contact tracing required. 1 staff member from the district’s busing company: Contact tracing is complete and individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they will need to quarantine for 10 days.

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Lindenhurst High School -- 2 students: contact tracing has been completed for 1 of the cases, individuals identified as close contacts will quarantine for 10 days; the other student has not been in the building since before break - no contact tracing required.   

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 1 student: This individual has not been in the building since prior to the holiday break and no contact tracing required. 

    Albany Avenue Elementary School -- 3 staff member:  Contact tracing is complete, and the individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they will need to quarantine for 10 days.     

    William Rall Elementary School -- 1 students:  All contact tracing is complete for the three cases, and the individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they will need to quarantine for 10 days.   

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • Since the last message was sent, the district was made aware of the following students and staff members who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address.

    Lindenhurst Senior High School -- 2 staff: contact tracing complete, individuals identified as close contacts will quarantine for 10 days; 5 students: have not been in the building since before break - no contact tracing required.

    Lindenhurst Middle School -- 3 students: for 2 of the cases, contact tracing complete, individuals identified as close contacts will quarantine for 10 days; other student has not been in the building since before break - no contact tracing required.   

    Daniel Street Elementary School -- 1 student: contact tracing complete, individuals identified as close contacts will quarantine for 10 days 

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School -- 1 student: has not been in the building since before break - no contact tracing required. 

    Harding Avenue  -- 1 student: has not been in the building since before break - no contact tracing required.   

    William Rall Elementary School -- 1 student: has not been in the building since before break - no contact tracing required.   

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    I remind you to please report positive cases directly to the established COVID19Positive@lufsd.org email address and not to your child’s teacher. Additionally, if when you complete the health screening electronically, you receive a red stop sign screen on your display, please know that you cannot come to school on that day.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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  • To date, since the district began the holiday break on Dec. 24, 2020, there have been a total of 16 district staff members and 24 district students who have reported testing positive for COVID-19 directly to their school buildings or using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address. These numbers have been broken down by building below. It is important to note that all of the contact tracing investigations for these cases have been completed and there is no further action required on the part of the district.

    McKenna Administration Building: Staff- 2

    Albany Avenue Elementary School: Students- 2

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School: Staff- 2

    Daniel Street Elementary School: Students- 2

    Harding Avenue Elementary School: Students-2

    West Gates Avenue Elementary School: Students-2

    William Rall Elementary School: Students-1

    Lindenhurst Middle School: Staff-4, Students-6

    Lindenhurst High School: Staff-8, Students-8

    Lindenhurst Academy: Student-1

    As a district, we have taken all of the necessary precautions to keep our staff and students safe. It is imperative that as a community we remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (click here to go to their website), when we are outside of school as well to avoid an even greater increase in positive cases. 

    It is important to review the SCDHS website with frequency, as recommendations and protocols change as the current situation evolves. Specifically, the SCDHS has recently notified the district of a Change in quarantine protocol, effective immediately. Quarantine for individuals exposed to COVID-19 can end after ten (10) days from the date of exposure if no symptoms have been reported during the quarantine period. There is no testing requirement. Individuals must continue to monitor symptoms daily through day 14 and strictly adhere to all recommended non-pharmaceutical interventions, including hand hygiene and use of face coverings. If symptoms develop, they must immediately self-isolate and contact their healthcare provider or local Health Department.

    I thank you for your continued support and diligence as together we work to keep our infection rates low.

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  • Reminder: BOE Business Meeting Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting

    and use Meeting ID:  917 2556 0026 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Or iPhone one-tap:

        US: +1 929 205 6099

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/91725560026 

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  • Dear Parent/Guardians:

    I hope this message finds you well and enjoying this last day of the school break. As we prepare to return to school tomorrow, it is my wish that we do so with much happiness and good health.Thank you to all of the parents and staff who reported positive COVID-19 cases using the Covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address over the break. This has allowed the district to take the appropriate actions to better maintain the health of our school community as we return. We request that the community continues to share positive test cases with the district using the aforementioned email address. Please note that as of 5:30 pm this evening, 13 members of staff and 12 students reported testing positive for COVID-19 since December 24, 2020. 

    The district also asks that we, as a community, remain vigilant and follow the recommendations and protocols provided by the Suffolk County Department of Health Services, https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Health-Services/Health-Bulletins/Novel-Coronavirus/SCDHS-COVID19-Guidance-and-Services.

    It is important to note that the SCDHS has recently notified the district of a Change in quarantine protocol, effective immediately. Quarantine for individuals exposed to COVID-19 can end after ten (10) days from the date of exposure if no symptoms have been reported during the quarantine period. There is no testing requirement. Individuals must continue to monitor symptoms daily through day 14 and strictly adhere to all recommended non-pharmaceutical interventions, including hand hygiene and use of face coverings. If symptoms develop, they must immediately self-isolate and contact their healthcare provider or local Health Department. 

    We look forward to being together again tomorrow but must continue to do so safely.  Please note that for secondary students returning tomorrow, Monday, January 4, it will be a Yellow, Bulldog, A Day. Additionally, if your child will be switching to or from full remote learning in 2021, you must email your school principal to inform them of that information so that preparations can be made. 

    Once again, I hope you all had a restful break and would like to wish you and your families a very Happy New Year filled with joy, peace and health.

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  • Happy New Year from the Lindenhurst Union Free School District and the Lindenhurst High School Orchestra. 

    We wish for you all a 2021 filled with good health, happiness and prosperity. Please enjoy this virtual performance of 'Auld Lang Syne.'

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December 2020

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  • This is a special holiday performance that was filmed over 3 zero-period sessions by the members of the seventh and eighth-grade orchestra, band and chorus. Special thanks to Mr. White, Mrs. Knudsen, Mrs. Reilly, Mrs. Rice and Mr. Janover. Enjoy!

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  • December 14, 2020

    Dear Lindenhurst Community:

    As we celebrate the holiday season, it is my hope that this message finds you and your family well. With the increased number of positive Covid-19 cases reported in Suffolk County, it is not surprising that we have seen an increase in the number of positive cases reported throughout the district among our students and staff. This is despite our best efforts to mitigate the spread by following the required safety protocols.

    It is with this in mind, and the goal of proactively reducing the risk of spreading the virus even further by reducing the volume of people in the buildings, that the decision was made to move the district to a full remote learning program for only the three days prior to the holiday break. Monday, Dec. 21, Tuesday, Dec. 22 and Wednesday, Dec. 23, all students will attend school remotely from their homes.  

    We are hopeful that such measures will minimize potential exposure that could further jeopardize the health and wellbeing of our students, staff and their families and result in a smaller number of students and staff requiring quarantine due to close contact with those who test positive. 

    Additionally, the 15-minute Emergency dismissal drill previously scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 23, will now take place in February. Further details to follow.

    I thank you for your continued vigilance and wish you a safe and healthy holiday.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel E. Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

    December 14, 2020

  • Due to the district operating remotely on December 21, 22 and 23, the following revisions have been made to the daily meal pick up protocols:
    While families can still pick up individual meals daily at the High School outside of the back doors to the kitchen between the hours of 8AM-10AM, Monday – Friday, additionally on Monday, December 21 families can collect meals in advance for the week since the building will be closed on Thursday and Friday for Christmas.
    Please be advised that breakfast and lunch meals are temporarily FREE for all district students. This emergency service will continue until June 30, 2021 unless the federal funding runs out prior to that date.
    All students can obtain breakfast and lunch at no charge on days when they are in school or learning remotely. Additionally, on in school learning days, students can take meals to go, for consumption on virtual learning days and weekends. The service is provided by all district schools.

  • Dear Lindenhurst Community:

    William Rall Elementary School: 

    • The district was informed today that two students tested positive for Covid-19. Both students were last in the building on Friday, December 11th. The contact tracing investigation is complete and all close contacts were informed they need to quarantine for 14 days.
    • The district was informed today that one staff member tested positive. The staff member was last in the building on Tuesday, December 15th. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and there are no staff or students who were deemed to be close contacts.

    Lindenhurst Senior High School:  

    • The district was informed today that one student tested positive for Covid-19. The student was last in the building on Tuesday, December 8th. No contact tracing investigation was required.

    Daniel Street Elementary School:  

    • The district was informed today that one staff member tested positive for Covid-19. The staff member was last in the building on Friday, December 11th. No contact tracing investigation was required.  

    Harding Ave:  

    • The district was informed today that one staff member tested positive for Covid-19. The staff member was last in the building on Monday, December 7th. No contact tracing investigation was required.  

    It is important to note that any quarantine orders issued with a last date of exposure of today, will include Dec. 25. As such, we want to reemphasize the importance of following all recommended safety protocols, including but not limited to, maintaining social distance of at least six feet from others. Once again you are reminded that any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are reminded to contact their school directly via email at COVID19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. 

    We thank you for your continued vigilance and remind you that the decisions made by each individual may have a direct impact on the health and safety of others in the community.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • As you are probably aware, the forecast is calling for snow this week. As such, I want to review with you the district’s plans for any emergency school closing due to inclement weather. 

    Should the district need to close schools due to inclement weather, we will adhere to the current plan as outlined in the 2020-21 district calendar and utilize the two previously scheduled snow days first. In the event that all scheduled snow days have been utilized, the district will then adopt the New York State pilot plan of switching to remote instruction for any additional emergency closures. 

    Doing so will allow us to avoid the need to alter scheduled vacation time.

    Thank you and stay safe.

  • Dear Lindenhurst Community:

    Daniel Street:  The district was informed this morning that a student tested positive for Covid-19. The student was last in the building on Friday, December 11th. No contact tracing investigation was required, as the student was not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset /test administration date.

    Albany Ave:  The district was informed this morning that a student tested positive for Covid-19. The student was last in the building on Friday, December 11th. No contact tracing investigation was required, as the student was not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset /test administration date.

    High School:  The district was informed this morning that a student tested positive for Covid-19. The student was last in the building on Friday, December 11th. No contact tracing investigation was required, as the student was not in the building within 48 hours of symptom onset /test administration date.

    Middle School:  The district was informed this morning that a student tested positive for Covid-19. The student was last in the building on Friday, December 11th. The contact tracing investigation has been completed, and all individuals who were required to quarantine for 14 days were already informed as part of a previous school investigation.

    It is important to note that any quarantine orders issued with a last date of exposure of today, will include Dec. 25. As such, we want to reemphasize the importance of following all recommended safety protocols, including but not limited to, maintaining social distance of at least six feet from others. Once again you are reminded that any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are reminded to contact their school directly via email at COVID19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. 

    We thank you for your continued vigilance and remind you that the decisions made by each individual may have a direct impact on the health and safety of others in the community.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • The district was informed of the following positive COVID-19 cases:

    Daniel Street Elementary School

    • Last night, the district was informed that a student tested positive for COVID-19. The student had not been in the building within 48 hrs of symptom onset and as such, no contact tracing required.

    William Rall Elementary School

    • The district was informed this afternoon that a student tested positive for COVID-19. The student has not been in the building within 48 hrs of symptom onset and as such, no contact tracing required.  

    Middle School

    • The district was informed last night that a student tested positive for COVID-19. The student was last in the building on Thursday, December 10th. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and those deemed as close contacts have been informed that they will need to quarantine for 14 days.

    High School

    • The district was informed last night that a student tested positive for COVID-19. The student was last in the building on Thursday, December 10th. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and those deemed as close contacts were informed that they will need to quarantine for 14 days.  

    • The district was informed this morning that a student tested positive for COVID-19. The student was last in the building on Wednesday, December 9th. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and those deemed close contacts were informed that they will need to quarantine for 14 days. 

    It is important to note that any quarantine orders issued with a last date of exposure of today, will include Dec. 25. As such, we want to reemphasize the importance of following all recommended safety protocols, including but not limited to, maintaining social distance of at least six feet from others. Once again you are reminded that any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are reminded to contact their school directly via email at COVID19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. 

    We thank you for your continued vigilance and remind you that the decisions made by each individual may have a direct impact on the health and safety of others in the community.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Twenty-nine members of the Lindenhurst High School DECA club recently took part in the virtual DECA 2020 All-County regional competition. DECA testing was conducted virtually this year. There were approximately 1,500 competitors in Suffolk County this year.

    Congratulations to the following sixteen members of the club who were recognized as All-County winners.

    Nicole Cardino- Apparel & Accessories Marketing Series

    Patrick Lopez- Business Finance Series Event

    Oleksandra Blyshchak- Business Services Marketing

    James Villota- Business Services Marketing

    Joseph Simile- Entrepreneurship Series

    James Beloff & Brendan Monahan- Hospitality Services Team Decision Making

    Daniel Poplowski- Human Resources Management Series Event

    Veronica Merchelski- Marketing Communications Series

    Rachel Thangavelu- Personal Financial Literacy

    Angelina Mavros- Principles of Finance

    Broc Brown- Principles of Hospitality & Tourism

    Julia Topsidakis- Principles of Hospitality & Tourism

    Lauren Walker- Principles of Marketing

    Sean Garvey- Quick Service Restaurant Management

    Michelle Kurianowicz- Retail Merchandising.

    "I am so proud of all of our students who competed this year,” said teacher and club adviser Kevin Cullen. “These students have shown our entire community how obstacles can be overcome by hard work and determination.  It is an honor to teach in this district, and have such amazing students and colleagues.”

  • On Friday, Dec. 11, the district was informed of the following positive COVID-19 cases:

    Lindenhurst Middle School: 

    • A staff member tested positive for COVID-19. The staff member was last in the building on Friday, Dec. 11. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and close contacts have been informed they need to quarantine for 14 days.

    • A staff member tested positive for COVID-19. The staff member was last in the building on Thursday Dec. 10. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and close contacts have been informed they need to quarantine for 14 days.

    On Saturday, Dec. 12, the district was informed of the following positive Covid-19 cases:

    Albany Avenue Elementary School:

    • A student tested positive for COVID-19 and was last in the building on Thursday, Dec 10. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and all of the members of the student’s classroom will be quarantined for 14 days.   

    • A student tested positive for COVID-19 and has not been in the building since before Thanksgiving. As such, no additional contact tracing investigation is required.     

    Daniel Street Elementary School:

    • A student tested positive for COVID-19 and was last in the building on Wed, Dec. 9. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and all of the members of the student’s classroom will be quarantined for 14 days.

    Lindenhurst High School:

    • A student tested positive for COVID-19 and was last in the building on Wed, Dec. 9.  The contact tracing investigation has been completed and a small number of close contacts have been informed they need to quarantine for 14 days.

    Lindenhurst Middle School: 

    • A student tested positive for COVID-19 and was last in the building on Wednesday, Dec. 9. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and close contacts have been informed they need to quarantine for 14 days.

    It is important to note that any quarantine orders issued with a last date of exposure of today, will include Dec. 25. As such, we want to reemphasize the importance of following all recommended safety protocols, including but not limited to, maintaining social distance of at least six feet from others. Once again you are reminded that any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are reminded to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. 

    We thank you for your continued vigilance and remind you that the decisions made by each individual may have a direct impact on the health and safety of others in the community.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • The district was informed today that a Lindenhurst High School student tested positive for Covid-19. The student has not been in the building since 48 hours prior to the onset of symptoms and as such, no further action is required on the part of the district. 

    Additionally, the district was informed that a student of Harding Avenue Elementary School has tested positive. The student was last in the building on Monday, Dec. 7. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and those deemed close contacts were informed they would have to quarantine for 14 days. 

    It is important to note that any quarantine orders issued with a last date of exposure of today, will include Dec. 24 and those received with a last date of exposure of tomorrow will include Dec. 25. As such, we want to reemphasize the importance of following all recommended safety protocols, including but not limited to, maintaining social distance of at least six feet from others.

    Once again you are reminded that any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are reminded to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. We thank you for your continued vigilance and remind you that the decisions made by each individual may have a direct impact on the health and safety of others in the community.If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • The district was informed late last night that a Lindenhurst High School student tested positive for Covid-19. The student was last in the building on Friday, December 4th. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and the staff/students deemed close contacts were informed they would have to quarantine for 14 days.

    Additionally, the district was informed this afternoon that a staff member of the Lindenhurst Middle School has tested positive. The staff member was last in the building on Wednesday, December 2nd. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and staff deemed close contacts were informed they would have to quarantine for 14 days. No students were determined to be close contacts.

    The district was informed this afternoon that a student tested positive at Alleghany Avenue Elementary School. The student was last in the building on Monday, December 7th. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and those students/staff deemed close contacts were informed they would have to quarantine for 14 days. 

    Lastly, the district was informed this afternoon that a student of West Gates Avenue Elementary School tested positive. The student was last in the building on Monday, December 7th. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and those students/staff deemed close contacts were informed they would have to quarantine for 14 days.   

    Once again you are reminded that any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are reminded to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. We thank you for your continued vigilance and remind you that the decisions made by each individual may have a direct impact on the health and safety of others in the community.If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • The Lindenhurst Thespians will be performing a radio play of the holiday classic It's A Wonderful Life during two radio presentations on Dec. 18 & 19 at 7pm.

    Tickets for the broadcast have been reduced to $10 per family device and can be purchased by using the following link:

    Lindenhurst High School Virtual Events

    Please show your support for our talented students and purchase your tickets today!

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  • The District was informed last night that a staff member of Alleghany Ave Elementary School tested positive for Covid-19. The staff member was last in the building on Friday, Dec. 4. That individual did not have close contact with any additional staff or students and as such, no additional quarantines required. 

    Additionally, the district was informed today of a student from the Senior High School who tested positive however, that student participates exclusively in the district’s remote learning program and as such, no additional action is required by the district. 

    It is important to note that those who test positive are not permitted to return to their respective buildings for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.  

    Once again you are reminded that any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are reminded to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. We thank you for your continued vigilance and remind you that the decisions made by each individual may have a direct impact on the health and safety of others in the community.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • The District was informed last night of a student at the Lindenhurst High School who tested positive for Covid-19. The student was last in the building on Friday Dec 4th. The contact tracing investigation process has been completed and those individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they will need to quarantine for 14 days.

    Additionally, the district was informed today of a second high school student who tested positive, however, that student participates exclusively in the district’s remote learning program and as such, no further action is required by the district. 

    The district was informed this morning that a Lindenhurst Middle School student tested positive. The student was last in the building on Thursday Dec 3rd. The contact tracing investigation has been completed and those individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they will need to quarantine for 14 days.

    Lastly, the district was informed this afternoon that a student at Alleghany Avenue Elementary School tested positive for Covid-19. The student was last in school on Monday, Dec. 7. At this time, the contact tracing investigation has been completed those individuals identified as close contacts have been informed that they will need to quarantine for 14 days.

    It is important to note that those who test positive are not permitted to return to their respective buildings for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.  

    Once again you are reminded that any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are reminded to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. We thank you for your continued vigilance and remind you that the decisions made by each individual may have a direct impact on the health and safety of others in the community.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Earlier today, the district was made aware of a student at the Lindenhurst High School who tested positive for Covid-19. The student has not been in school since Thursday, Dec. 3, and will not be permitted to return for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.

    The contact tracing investigation has taken place and no additional follow up is required, as the student was not in the building 48 hours prior to the onset of symptoms. It is important to note that those who test positive are not permitted to return to their respective buildings for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.  

    Once again you are reminded that any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are reminded to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. We thank you for your continued vigilance and remind you that the decisions made by each individual may have a direct impact on the health and safety of others in the community.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Over the course of the weekend the district was made aware of 6 positive cases of COVID-19. 

    Albany Ave Elementary School: 

    • On late Friday night, the district was informed that a student tested positive. The student was last in the building on Wed, Dec 2nd; the contact tracing investigation is complete and it has been determined that the student’s teacher and members of the class will also require quarantine. That particular class will operate on remote instruction for that period of time. 
    • Additionally, the district was informed this evening that an unrelated second student tested positive. The student was last in the building on Wed, Dec 2nd. The contact tracing investigation is complete and it has been determined that the student’s teacher and members of the class will also require quarantine. That particular class will operate on remote instruction for that period of time. 

    Harding Ave Elementary School: 

    • On Saturday, the district was notified that a staff member tested positive. The staff member was last in the building on Wed, Dec 2nd; the contact tracing investigation is complete and a small number of students will be required to quarantine.

    Senior High School:

    • The district was informed this evening that a teacher tested positive. The staff member was last in the building on Friday, Dec 4th.  The contact tracing investigation is complete, and those deemed close contacts have been informed that they will need to quarantine for 14 days.
    • Additionally, the district was informed this evening that two students tested positive. The students were last in the building on Friday, Dec 4th.  The contact tracing investigation is complete, and those deemed close contacts have been informed that they will need to quarantine for 14 days.

    Please note that, with the exception of the aforementioned students and staff, all buildings will be open for in-person instruction tomorrow, Dec. 7, 2020.

    It is important to note that those who test positive are not permitted to return to their respective buildings for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.  

    Once again you are reminded that any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are asked to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. 

  • Yesterday, we were informed that a student at William Rall Elementary School tested positive for COVID-19. Since the student has not been in school since Nov. 20, additional follow-up is not required. 

    It is important to note that those who test positive are not permitted to return to their respective buildings for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.  

    As a reminder, please contact your school directly via email at covid19positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community.

  • December 3, 2020

    Dear Lindenhurst Community:

    I would first like to thank our parents and staff for their quick response to the recently shared Willingness to Test survey. While our community has not yet been designated as a microcluster, we are nearing the criteria to be designated as a yellow zone. In order to keep our school buildings open if we fall into a yellow zone, the district would be required by the state to test 20% of our student and staff population for COVID-19. The information you provided will assist us in our preparations for this likely scenario. 

    Parents who agreed to have their child tested will be receiving a consent permission form and a postage-paid return envelope. We are kindly asking those parents to physically sign the form and return it to the district. If the district receives 100% of those consent forms, we will have reached the required percentage needed in order to remain open for in-person instruction. Upon receiving the consent form, we ask that you please sign and return it no later than December 11. As the number of positive cases are rising throughout Suffolk County, it is imperative that we receive the signed consent forms quickly.

    Despite the increase in cases of COVID-19, the district has been successful in reducing the risk of transmission in the school setting. It is, however, becoming apparent that COVID-19 is spreading via outside gatherings - both large and small, throughout the state. 

    This is a cause for concern and action. Now that we’ve entered the winter months along with the cold and flu season, I remind you that it is crucial that we as a community remain vigilant and adhere to the New York State Guidelines and safety protocols put into place in our schools.

    I strongly encourage you to continue performing the following practices in school:

    • Maintaining social and physical distance is key – close contact is defined by the health departments as being within six feet for ten minutes or more over a 24-hour period even if masks are worn and barriers are on desks.
    • Masks are essential. While mask breaks are allowable, it is important that they are kept to a minimum. 
    • It is imperative that when students and staff alike are interacting with each other or in a shared space, they are wearing their mask at all times. 
    • Meetings in which six-feet of social distancing are not possible should be conducted virtually.
    • Students or staff exhibiting any symptoms of COVID-19, even those similar to the regular seasonal influenza such as fever, coughing and shortness of breath, runny nose, sore throat, nausea, and lethargy; lack of appetite, vomiting and diarrhea, should NOT attend school. Please instead contact a medical provider to report the illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office or hospital. A negative COVID-19 exam may be required in order to return.

    As we assess the impact the Thanksgiving holiday may have had on the increase in cases, there is concern about the potential impact the upcoming winter holidays could have on our community as well. While we cannot tell you how to celebrate the season, we can remind you of the importance of abiding by the NYS guidelines and travel restrictions and ask that you not attend school until cleared via testing after three days of quarantine, or by quarantining for fourteen days upon return from out-of-state holiday travel. 

    This reminder comes at a time when the SCDHS has announced that the increased number of community cases has impacted their ability to respond quickly to school district inquiries. 

    For this reason, it is imperative that the District health screenings are completed daily. Additionally, all parents and staff are asked to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. 

    We must remain mindful that our decisions and actions can have a direct impact on the health and well-being of others around us. We want this holiday season, and all seasons following, to be healthy and happy for all.

    Thank you for your continued support and understanding.

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  • Today the district was made aware of four additional positive cases of COVID-19. 

    • A student at the Daniel Street Elementary School and a staff member of Harding Avenue Elementary School both tested positive. These individuals were not in their respective schools 48 hours prior to the onset of their symptoms. As a result, no contact tracing is required, and no additional staff or students will need to quarantine.
    • A staff member at the Lindenhurst High School tested positive. This staff member was last in the building on Wednesday,  December 2. Our contact tracing investigation is complete and no additional staff or students were determined to have been in close contact with the individual. 
    • A student at Harding Avenue Elementary School tested positive. This student did not have any contact with the Harding Avenue Elementary School staff member who tested positive and the district does not believe these two cases are related. The student was last in the building on Tuesday, December 1. Our contact tracing investigation is complete and all individuals required to quarantine have been notified. They will quarantine for 14 days from the time of last contact with the individual. 

    Please note that all buildings will be open for in-person instruction tomorrow, Dec. 3, 2020.

    It is important to note that those who test positive are not permitted to return to their respective buildings for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.  

    Once again you are reminded that any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are asked to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. 

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • As you are aware, the number of positive COVID-19 cases are increasing statewide. The Lindenhurst Union Free School District has also seen an increase in the number of positive cases reported by parents and staff via the covid19Positive@lufsd.org email address, or through direct contact to school administrators. 

    With that, the district has been notified that 5 students at Lindenhurst High School, 2 students at Lindenhurst Middle School and 1 student at Harding Avenue Elementary School have tested positive for COVID-19 since yesterday evening. All contact tracing investigations have taken place and no additional follow up is required, as all of the students are either learning remotely or have not been in their respective buildings since 48 hours prior to the onset of symptoms. 

    It is important to note that those who test positive are not permitted to return to their respective buildings for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.  

    Once again you are reminded that any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are reminded to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. 

    We thank you for your continued vigilance and remind you that the decisions made by each individual may have a direct impact on the health and safety of others in the community.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

November 2020

  • Reminder: BOE Business Meeting Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, Dec. 2, 2020 

    Service begins at 8 p.m. (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 988 5602 5561  to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/98856025561

    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting, the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail. Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to  boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Tuesday, Dec. 1. 

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

  • November 30, 2020
    Dear Lindenhurst School Community,

    Today, we learned of several new COVID-19 cases within our district:

    • At Lindenhurst High School, a student has tested positive. The student was last in school on Monday, Nov. 23. Our contact tracing investigation is complete and no additional individuals are required to quarantine.
    • At Albany Avenue Elementary School, a student has tested positive. The student was last in school on Monday, Nov. 23. Our contact tracing investigation is complete and all individuals required to quarantine have been notified. They will quarantine for 14 days from the time of last contact with the individual.
    • At Lindenhurst Middle School, a staff member has tested positive. The staff member was last in school on Tuesday, Nov. 24. We are currently in the process of conducting our contact tracing investigation. All individuals deemed to be close contacts will be notified today. 

    Please note that all buildings will be open for in-person instruction tomorrow, Dec. 1, 2020.

    As a reminder, all parents and staff members are asked to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community.

    Thank you for your continued vigilance and cooperation.

    Sincerely,
    Daniel Giordano
    Superintendent of Schools

  • Please view the letter below regarding an update on the NYS microcluster plan and information on COVID-19 testing within the schools.

    To participate in the Willingness to Test survey for your child, please click please click here

    Attachments

  • Please view the letter below regarding an update on the NYS microcluster plan and information on COVID-19 testing within the schools.

    To participate in the Willingness to Test survey for your child, please click here

    Attachments:

  • CLICK HERE to order a 2021 Lindenhurst Senior High Yearbook using order # 3579.

    All online ordering must be by 4/15/2021 OR Ordering through Lindenhurst High School-use form found on the Lindenhurst High School Web Page.

    Checks made out to Lindenhurst High School Bulldog 2021 submit to Mr. Finder in the High School coordinator’s office.

    Mr. Finder will issue a numbered receipt. Keep it in a safe place. At the end of the year you turn in the receipt and he gives you a book.

  • Today, the Lindenhurst Union Free School District was notified that two students at Lindenhurst Middle School have tested positive for COVID-19. The students were last in the building on Thursday, Nov. 12 and Monday, Nov. 16 respectively. They will not be permitted to return for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation. 

    It is important to note that the students are in different grades and their class schedules do not overlap with each other. As such, the district has no reason to believe these two cases are related to each other. 

    The district’s contact tracing investigation has been completed and those individuals identified as having close contact with the positive case have been informed by the district. These individuals will also be contacted by the SCDHS as they will be required to quarantine at home for 14 days from the date of exposure to the infected individual. The identification of close contacts begins 48 hours before the student became symptomatic, or 48 hours before the individual was tested for the COVID-19 virus if asymptomatic.

    Once more, I remind you that the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing, and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. Additionally, all parents and staff are asked to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. 

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Today, the Lindenhurst Union Free School District was notified that a student at Lindenhurst High School has tested positive for COVID-19. The student was last in the building on Monday, Nov. 9 and will not be permitted to return for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation. The district’s investigation has determined that no further contact tracing is required.

    Additionally, today, a staff member at West Gates Avenue Elementary School tested positive.  The staff member was last in the building on Thursday, Nov. 12. The required contact tracing investigation is complete and determined that the staff member was not in close contact with anyone in the building.

    Both buildings will be open for in-person instruction tomorrow, Nov. 18, 2020.

    Once more, I remind you that the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing, and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are asked to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Reminder: BOE Community Forum Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020 

    Service begins at 8 p.m. (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID:  995 3675 6354 to join:

    + 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/99536756354

    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting, the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail. Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Tuesday, Nov. 17.

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting. 

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  • As you are aware, the number of positive COVID-19 cases are increasing statewide. The Lindenhurst Union Free School District has also seen an increase in the number of positive cases reported but remains vigilant in the adherence of the safety protocols and guidelines provided by the state. The district is confident that with community support we can continue to mitigate exposure to others in the school community. 

    It is important to note that those who test positive are not permitted to return to their respective buildings for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.  It is also important to note that not every reported case of COVID-19 will require a contact tracing investigation to take place. 

    When cases are reported, the district determines whether contact tracing is necessary based upon the guidelines provided by the SCDHS.  If deemed necessary, the identification of close contacts begins 48 hours before the onset of symptoms, or 48 hours before the individual was tested for the COVID-19 virus, if asymptomatic. A list of probable close contacts is provided to the SCDHS by the district. 

    With that, the district has been notified of the following staff members/students who tested positive for COVID-19 but do not require a contact tracing investigation or any additional followup.

    • A member of the Albany Avenue Elementary School staff tested positive for COVID-19 on Nov. 13, but was not in school since Monday, Nov. 9.
    • A member of staff at the Lindenhurst Middle School was last in the building on Nov. 12 but was not in the building within the 48-hour period prior to becoming symptomatic.
    • A student of Daniel Street Elementary School has also tested positive however, has not been in the building, as the school has been operating remotely, and will continue to do so until Nov. 20. 

    The district has been also notified of the following staff members/students who tested positive for COVID-19 and required a contact tracing investigation to take place. 

    • A student of the Lindenhurst Academy tested positive and was last in school on Monday, Nov. 9.
    • A student of the Lindenhurst Middle School reported testing positive for COVID-19 and was last in the building on Nov. 12.
    • Lastly, an evening staff member of the Lindenhurst High School, who had no contact with students, tested positive for COVID-19 on Saturday, Nov. 14. 

    The investigations have since been completed and the close contacts identified have been contacted by the district and will be contacted by the SCDHS within 24-48 hours. They will be required to quarantine at home for 14 days from the date of exposure to the infected individual. All schools will be open for in-person instruction tomorrow.

    Once again you are reminded that any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    Additionally, all parents and staff are asked to contact their school directly via email at covid19Positive@lufsd.org or over the phone upon notice of a positive case. This will allow the district to expedite the contact tracing investigation and minimize the impact on the school community. 

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • CLICK HERE to review information regarding Kindergarten Registration for 2021-22.

    Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Kindergarten registration is only available online.

    The fastest way to register is online by following these 3 easy steps:

    1)   First, fill out the application online at: the application page.

    2)   Next, download the packet at: the registration page.

    3)   Then, fill out the packet and return required documents by email to: registration@lufsd.org.

    Required documents: Proof of birth, immunization records, and health appraisal form (physical) for each child.

    Paper registration packets are available upon request.  Contact registration@lufsd.org or call (631) 867-3055 

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  • Today, the Lindenhurst Union Free School District was notified that a student at Albany Avenue Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19. It is important to note that at no time during the 2020-21 academic year has the student entered the school building, as the individual was participating in our full remote learning program. 

    Out of abundance of caution, we contacted the New York State Department of Health, who assured us that since the student has not been inside the building, we do not need to take any further precautions or start contact tracing procedures. We will continue to follow all necessary protocols and our custodial staff continues to work diligently to clean and disinfect all school spaces, so as to mitigate any exposure to students or staff. As always, the health and safety of our students and staff is our foremost priority.  

    Once more, I remind you that the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing, and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • November 11, 2020

    Dear Lindenhurst Community:

    Since being made aware of the positive test cases at Albany Avenue Elementary School, William Rall Elementary School and the Lindenhurst Middle School and making the determination to operate remotely in those three schools, the district has been collaborating with the local Department of Health Services (DHS). A full investigation and contact tracing interviews at this point have been completed. These interviews have more accurately identified the impact of any potential exposure to the schools’ communities. 

    Those staff and students who were concluded by DHS to require quarantine orders have been notified and as such it has been determined that all three schools will be open for in-person instruction tomorrow, Nov. 12. 

    Once more, I remind you that the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing, and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital and do not send them to school.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel Giordano

  • Late in the afternoon of Nov. 9, the district was informed of a staff member at Lindenhurst Middle School who tested positive for COVID-19. The staff member was last in school on Friday, Nov. 6, and will not be permitted to return for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation. 

    We have been in contact with the SCDHS, who is aiding us in the contact tracing investigation and are providing them with a list of probable close contacts. Unfortunately, because of the late notice in the day, neither the district nor the local health department have enough information to accurately determine the impact of the staff member’s exposure to the school community.

    As such, it has been determined that the safest course of action is for Lindenhurst Middle School to operate remotely tomorrow Tuesday, Nov. 10 while the investigation continues. There will not be any in-person instruction tomorrow, all classes will be taught remotely. You will be notified of any additional remote learning days, if necessary.  

    Also, please be reminded that on remote learning days, students will still have access to school meals. Those meals are available to be picked up at the High School outside of the back doors to the kitchen between the hours of 8AM-10AM, Monday – Friday.  

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • As you know, the district was required to make the difficult decision to operate remotely on Monday Nov. 9 so as to maintain the safety and well-being of our students and staff after two students tested positive for COVID-19 over the weekend resulting in not enough time to determine the impact of those students’ exposure to the school community. 

    At this time, the contact tracing investigation will continue and as such William Rall will continue to operate remotely tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov. 10. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, however the safety and well being of our students and staff is our utmost priority. 

    Also, please be reminded that on remote learning days, students will still have access to school meals. Those meals are available to be picked up at the High School outside of the back doors to the kitchen between the hours of 8AM-10AM, Monday – Friday.

    Thank you for your continued patience and understanding.

  • The district was just informed of a student at Albany Avenue Elementary School who tested positive for COVID-19. The student began exhibiting symptoms today and will not be permitted to return for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.

    Unfortunately, because of the late hour, neither the district nor the local health department have enough information to accurately determine the impact of the student’s exposure to the school community.

    As such, it has been determined that the safest course of action is for Albany Avenue Elementary School to operate remotely tomorrow, Tuesday, Nov. 10 while the district conducts its contact tracing investigation with the help from the SCDHS. There will not be any in-person instruction tomorrow - all classes for Albany Avenue will be taught remotely. You will be notified of any additional remote learning days, if necessary.  

    Also, please be reminded that on remote learning days, students will still have access to school meals. Those meals are available to be picked up at the High School outside of the back doors to the kitchen between the hours of 8AM-10AM, Monday – Friday.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • As you are aware, we were informed on Friday that a staff member of Daniel Street Elementary School tested positive for COVID-19. We have since learned of a second staff member who tested positive. The second staff member was last in school on Friday, Nov. 6, and will not be permitted to return until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.

     

    The district’s initial contact tracing investigation has uncovered that a significant number of staff were deemed to have had close or proximate contact with the COVID positive staff members. Those individuals are required to quarantine and monitor their health for 14 days from the date of last contact with the positive staff members. It is important to note that at this time, none of those contacts are exhibiting any COVID symptoms.

    The district will continue its investigation in collaboration with the SCDHS so as to determine the potential impact of the second positive case and further quarantine orders may be issued. Out of an abundance of caution, and to maintain the health and well-being of those at Daniel Street Elementary School, it has been determined that the safest course of action is to operate remotely for the next two weeks while the investigation takes place and the quarantine orders are determined. There will not be any in-person instruction for the students of Daniel Street Elementary School beginning Monday, Nov. 9 and ending Friday, Nov. 20. All classes will be taught remotely during that time frame and students will be allowed to return to in person instruction on Monday, Nov. 23.  

    As always, we will continue to follow all necessary protocols and our custodial staff continues to work diligently to clean and disinfect all school spaces, so as to mitigate any exposure to students or staff. As a reminder, the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office or hospital.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Over the weekend the district was informed that two students of William Rall Elementary School who reside in the same home, tested positive for COVID-19. The students were last in school on Friday, Nov. 6, and will not be permitted to return for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation. 

    We have been in contact with the SCDHS, who is aiding us in the contact tracing investigation and are providing them with a list of probable close contacts. Unfortunately, because of the weekend hours, neither the district nor the local health department have enough information to accurately determine the impact of the students’ exposure to the school community.

    As such, it has been determined that the safest course of action is for Rall to operate remotely tomorrow Monday, Nov. 9 while the investigation continues. There will not be any in-person instruction tomorrow, all classes will be taught remotely. You will be notified of any additional remote learning days, if necessary.    

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • Today, we were informed that a staff member of Daniel Street Elementary School tested positive for COVID-19. The staff member has not been in school since Thursday, Nov. 5, and will not be permitted to return for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation. 

    We have been in contact with the SCDHS, who is aiding us in the contact tracing investigation. We are providing the SCDHS with a list of probable close contacts. The identification of close contacts begins 48 hours before the staff member became symptomatic, or 48 hours before the individual was tested for the COVID-19 virus if asymptomatic. Those individuals identified through contact tracing will be contacted by the SCDHS and will be required to quarantine at home for 14 days from the date of exposure to the infected individual. As always, we will continue to follow all necessary protocols and our custodial staff continues to work diligently to clean and disinfect all school spaces, so as to mitigate any exposure to students or staff. 

    As a reminder, the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office or hospital.If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

  • On Nov. 4, after six months of closure and two months of a hybrid learning model, the Lindenhurst Union Free School District happily welcomed back it's elementary students at 100% capacity. Once again, classrooms were filled with students donning masks, but thrilled to be back together with friends and faculty. 

    The increase in capacity was the result of the strict adherence to safety protocols coupled with the enhanced use of masks and desk barriers. The remote learning program will still be made available to families who are uncomfortable with a full return to school at this time.

    “The safety and well-being of our students and staff have always been at the forefront of our decision making,” said Superintendent of Schools Daniel E. Giordano. “We are grateful to the members of the community who have shared their input and remained patient as we worked through the reopening process.” 

    On Monday, Nov. 9, the district will increase capacity at the secondary level from 25% to 50%. 

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  • In recognition of “National Red Ribbon Week” from Oct. 26-30, students throughout the Lindenhurst Union Free School District took part in age-appropriate activities that reinforced this year’s theme, “Be Happy. Be Brave. Be Drug Free." 

    The event kicked off when the Lindenhurst Community Cares Coalition invited community members to join them as they decorated the village with large red bows.During the week, students demonstrated their spirit and commitment to making healthy choices by participating in a series of designated mini-themed activities assigned to the school days such as wearing wacky socks to school to “Sock” it to drugs, or donning super hero gear to illustrate that students have the power to say no to drugs. At Lindenhurst Middle School, students took part in the week by creating drawings and writing poetry reflecting the Red Ribbon theme. 

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  • November 5, 2020

    Dear Lindenhurst Community:

    Today, the Lindenhurst Union Free School District was notified that a student at Lindenhurst High School has tested positive for COVID-19. It is important to note that at no time during the 2020-21 academic year has the student entered the school building, as the individual participates in our full remote learning program.

    Out of abundance of caution, we contacted the New York State Department of Health, who assured us that since the student has not been inside the building, we do not need to take any further precautions or start contact tracing procedures. We will continue to follow all necessary protocols and our custodial staff continues to work diligently to clean and disinfect all school spaces, so as to mitigate any exposure to students or staff. As always, the health and safety of our students and staff is our foremost priority.

    Once more, I remind you that the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing, and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel E. Giordano

  • Yesterday evening, we were informed that a staff member at Lindenhurst Middle School tested positive for COVID-19. 

    We have been in contact with the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS), who has advised us that no contact tracing is necessary in this case, as the individual became symptomatic yesterday and has not been in school since Friday, Oct. 30. According to SCDHS guidelines, the identification of close contacts begins 48 hours before the teacher became symptomatic. 

    The staff member will not be permitted to return to school for at least 10 days and until the SCDHS releases them from isolation.

    As a reminder, the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office or hospital.

    As always, we will continue to keep you updated with information concerning positive COVID-19 cases within our district. Thank you for your continued vigilance and efforts to keep our school community safe. 

  • BOE Business Meeting Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020

    Service begins at 8 p.m.

    (Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 958 2882 1200 to join:+ 1 888 788 0099 (Toll Free)

    Please click the link below to join the webinar:

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/95828821200

    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting, the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail. Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Tuesday, Nov. 3.

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting. 

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October 2020

  • October 29, 2020

    Dear Lindenhurst Community,

    Later this afternoon, we were informed that a student of Lindenhurst Middle School tested positive for COVID-19. The middle school student has not been in school since Tuesday, Oct. 27, and will not be permitted to return for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.

    We have been in contact with the SCDHS, who is aiding us in the contact tracing investigation. We are providing the SCDHS with a list of probable close contacts. The identification of close contacts begins 48 hours before the student became symptomatic, or 48 hours before the individual was tested for the COVID-19 virus if asymptomatic. Those individuals identified through contact tracing will be contacted by the SCDHS and will be required to quarantine at home for 14 days from the date of exposure to the infected individual. 

    As always, we will continue to follow all necessary protocols and our custodial staff continues to work diligently to clean and disinfect all school spaces, so as to mitigate any exposure to students or staff. 

    As a reminder, the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office or hospital.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • October 27, 2020

    Dear Lindenhurst Community,

    Earlier today, we were informed that a student at Lindenhurst Academy tested positive for COVID-19. The student has not been in school since Thursday, Oct. 22, and will not be permitted to return for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.

    The identification of close contacts begins 48 hours before the student became symptomatic, or 48 hours before the individual was tested for the COVID-19 virus if asymptomatic. We have been in contact with the SCDHS, who is aiding us in the contact tracing investigation. As a precautionary measure the students and staff of the Lindenhurst Academy have been sent home while the contact tracing investigation takes place. Individuals identified through contact tracing will be contacted by the SCDHS and will be required to quarantine at home for 14 days from the date of exposure to the infected individual. At this time, no decision has been made as to whether students will return to the Academy for in-person instruction tomorrow, Oct. 28. Those students will be notified once the decision has been made.

    As a reminder, the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office or hospital.

    We will continue to monitor this situation and will provide more information as necessary. Thank you for your continued attention and vigilance.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • October 23, 2020

    Dear Lindenhurst Community,

    Earlier today, we were informed that a staff member at Lindenhurst Middle School tested positive for COVID-19. The middle school employee has not been in school since Wednesday, Oct. 21, and will not be permitted to return for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.

    We have been in contact with the SCDHS, who is aiding us in the contact tracing investigation. We are providing the SCDHS with a list of probable close contacts. The identification of close contacts begins 48 hours before the member of staff became symptomatic, or 48 hours before the individual was tested for the COVID-19 virus if asymptomatic. Those individuals identified through contact tracing will be contacted by the SCDHS and will be required to quarantine at home for 14 days from the date of exposure to the infected individual. 

    As a reminder, the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office or hospital.We are closely monitoring this situation and will provide more information as necessary.

    Thank you for your continued attention and vigilance.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • Plans are underway to return all elementary students (K-5) to the classroom at 100% capacity for in-person instruction five days per week. We know that some families are not comfortable with a full return to school; therefore, we are asking that each parent or guardian complete and submit the attached survey in order to help us plan. We are asking that you complete the survey by October 26th for an anticipated start date of November 4th.
    There are some things you need to know in considering whether you will allow your child to return to school full time, or keep your child in a full remote learning program. Please be mindful of the following:

    • Students on full remote learning must remain full remote for the remainder of the trimester.  The new trimester begins on March 1st, 2021. 
    • Specials such as art, PE, music, and library will be delivered in an asynchronous manner for full remote students.  Teachers of these specials will have planned lessons for students provided through Google Classroom.  If feasible, the lessons will be delivered synchronously at times.  
    • Full remote students will remain with their current teacher and we ask that you continue to adhere to the protocols distributed regarding remote learning.
    • Students who receive Resource room, AIS, and ENL services will continue to work with their current teacher, as well as students currently in special education self-contained programs.
    • Plastic barriers have been received and will be placed at each student’s desk.
    • All students will be required to wear masks and will be given mask breaks throughout the day.
    • Students will have snack in alternating shifts in the classroom 
    • We continue to plan for the best way to implement our lunch schedule, as different buildings have different amounts of space available.  

    We thank you for your continued support and patience as we continue to reassess our reopening plan and make changes to create a safe return for everyone. Please click here to complete the survey.

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  • Dear Lindenhurst Middle School and High School Community,
    We are pleased to announce that as a result of our successful reopening at the secondary level, we will be moving forward with our phase-in plan and transitioning to a 50% hybrid model beginning on Monday, November 9th. This date corresponds with the start of the second marking period. Students at the secondary level will now be divided into 2 groups based on the alphabet (last name) and attend school in-person every other day.
    The school day will continue to be a full 9 period day. The original groups A and B will be combined to form ‘Lindy Group.” The Lindy Group will consist of students with the last names from letters A-L and will be represented by a green dot in the portal. The original Teams C and D will be combined to form “Bulldogs Group.” The Bulldogs Group will consist of students with the last names from letters M-Z and will be represented by a yellow dot in the portal.
    The days that students are not receiving in-person instruction they will continue to be involved in asynchronous learning or synchronous learning remotely. Attendance will be taken by the teacher every day, whether the student is attending in-person or remotely.
    We know that some families are not comfortable with a 50% return to school. Therefore, we are asking that a parent or guardian complete and submit the attached survey in order to help us plan. We are asking that you complete the survey by October 26th for an anticipated start date of November 9th.
    When considering whether you will allow your child to return to the hybrid, 50% model or keep your child in a full remote learning program, please be mindful of the following:

    • Students on full remote learning must remain full remote for the entirety of the second quarter.  The second quarter is from November 9, 2020 to January 29, 2021
    • Plastic barriers have been received and will be utilized throughout the day.
    • All students will be required to wear masks and will be given mask breaks throughout the day.

    Please click here to complete the survey.
    We thank you for your continued support and patience as we continue to reassess our reopening plan and make changes to create a safe return for everyone.

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  • Yesterday, the district was informed that a member of the district’s Network Operations staff tested positive for COVID-19. The staff member has not been in the McKenna Building since last Wednesday, Oct. 14, and will not be permitted to return until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation. It is important to note that at no time was this person in contact with any students or faculty. 

    The district will support the SCDHS as it conducts its contact tracing investigation. The identification of close contacts begins 48 hours before the staff member became symptomatic, or 48 hours before the individual was tested for the COVID-19 virus if asymptomatic. At this time, those who share an office space with the staff member have been asked to remain home to monitor their health while the investigation is completed. Individuals determined to be “contacts” of the positive case by the SCDHS will be required to quarantine at home for 14 days from the date of exposure to the infected individual. 

    As a reminder, the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office or hospital.

  • In spring 2020, several French students from Lindenhurst Union Free School District took part in the National French Contest remotely sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of French.

    More than 68,000 French students nationwide took part in the competition and several Lindenhurst students placed in the top 10 in Suffolk County and in the top five nationally.

    Grade 7 (at time of test):

    Natalia Kazimierczyk - first in Suffolk County and fifth nationally.

    Isha Garcia - fifth in Suffolk County.

    Grade 8 (at time of test):

    Arthur Chrzanowski – first in Suffolk County and 3rd nationally.

    Keira Murphy – eighth in Suffolk County.Julia Wlodkiewicz - eighth in Suffolk County. 

    Maria Avlonitis - ninth in Suffolk County.

    Grade 9 (at time of test):

    Lauren Walker - fourth in Suffolk County and fifth nationally.

    Under typical circumstances all of the students placing in the top 10 in Suffolk County would have been invited to the American Association of Teachers of French chapter's annual awards ceremony. However, due to the global pandemic, this could not occur. The district wishes to extend its congratulations to all of these talented students.

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  • Reminder: BOE Community Forum Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2020

    Service begins at 8 p.m. (

    Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 981 0297 3015 to join: +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)

    Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/98102973015

    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting, the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail. Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Tuesday, Oct. 20.

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

  • October 8, 2020
    Dear Lindenhurst Community,
    As you know, based upon a collaborative investigation between the district and the Suffolk County Dept. of Health Services, a decision was made that the Albany Avenue, Harding Avenue and William Rall elementary schools would resume the Hybrid Learning Model.
    The investigation also identified that certain individuals had contact with an Albany Avenue teacher who had tested positive for COVID-19, putting them at a higher risk of contracting the virus. Those individuals were given quarantine orders and were asked to remain home to monitor their health. Two of them have since tested positive for COVID-19.
    Because the decision was made to move the three schools to a remote learning model on Sunday evening, none of the aforementioned staff, or any staff who were asked to remain home, have been in their respective buildings since Friday, October 2 and have had no physical contact with students.
    As such, the district was advised by the SCDHS that no further action is required on the part of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District.
    By law the district must report all positive cases of COVID-19 to the New York State Department of Health, and those cases are then reflected on the district’s COVID-19 report card, found on the NYSDOH website. If you see a spike in the number of cases reported on the district’s report card over the next few days, you would be right to assume that they are directly related to this specific investigation.
    You will, however, be notified by the district of any new and unrelated positive test cases identified.
    We take very seriously the health and safety of our school community. As always, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
    Sincerely,
    Daniel Giordano
    Superintendent of Schools

  • October 8, 2020
    Dear Lindenhurst Community,
    Earlier today, we were informed that a teacher at Lindenhurst Middle School tested positive for COVID-19. This case is related to the positive case of an Albany Avenue teacher earlier this week. The middle school teacher has not been in school since last Friday, Oct. 2, and will not be permitted to return for at least 10 days and until the Suffolk County Department of Health Services (SCDHS) releases them from isolation.
    We have been in contact with the SCDHS, who is aiding us in the contact tracing investigation. We are providing the SCDHS with a list of probable close contacts. The identification of close contacts begins 48 hours before the teacher became symptomatic, or 48 hours before the individual was tested for the COVID-19 virus if asymptomatic. Those individuals identified through contact tracing will be contacted by the SCDHS and will be required to quarantine at home for 14 days from the date of exposure to the infected individual.
    As a reminder, the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office or hospital.
    We are closely monitoring this situation and will provide more information as necessary. Thank you for your continued attention and vigilance.
    Sincerely,
    Daniel Giordano
    Superintendent of Schools

  • The Lindenhurst High School National Art Honor Society is raising funds for Wreaths Across America. A wreath can be sponsored for $15 and will be designated to a fallen soldier.  

    All orders can be made through Wreaths Across America-NY0088P . The following ID numbers are required on each order so that the wreaths will be delivered to the Long Island National Cemetery on Wellwood Avenue. The Location ID number is NYLINC and the Group ID number is NY008P. Orders will be taken until Dec. 1.             

    On Dec.19, National Wreaths Across America Day, the members of the class will place the sponsored wreaths on the graves of the fallen soldiers, as will numerous volunteers throughout the country.

    This is the sixth year that Lindenhurst High School students have supported the cause. Last year, over 200 wreaths were sponsored. This year they are hoping to surpass that impressive number. All are encouraged to sponsor at least one wreath so as to demonstrate gratitude to the fallen heroes.

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  • October 6, 2020

    Dear Lindenhurst Community,
    I want to thank you for your patience these past several days – especially to the members of our Albany Avenue, Harding Avenue, and William Rall communities who were required to transition to virtual learning for a portion of the school week due to a staff member testing positive for COVID-19. 
    Based upon a collaborative investigation between the district and the Suffolk County Dept. of Health Services, all buildings will be open for in-person instruction tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 7. We’ve remained in close contact with the Suffolk County Department of Health Services, and individuals who may need to quarantine have been contacted. These staff members will not return to school until cleared by the SCDHS or upon the completion of quarantine.  The Suffolk County Dept. of Health Services has determined that no students need to quarantine.
    The health, safety and wellness of our school community are the Lindenhurst School District’s top priority. We are unwavering in our commitment to maintaining a safe, nurturing and successful academic environment. We thank you for your continued patience and cooperation.
    As always, if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.
    Sincerely,
    Daniel Giordano
    Superintendent of Schools

  • Reminder: BOE Business Meeting Using Zoom Conferencing will be held Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2020Service begins at 8 p.m.(Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 961 6455 3128 to join:+1 646 558 8656US (New York)

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/96164553128

    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting,the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail.Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Tuesday, Oct. 6.T

    o the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule,regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

  • October 5, 2020

    Dear Lindenhurst Community:

    Since being made aware last night of the positive test result of an Albany Avenue Elementary School staff member and making the determination to operate remotely in three schools today, the district has been working with the local Department of Health Services as they conduct their contact tracing interviews. These interviews will more accurately identify the impact of any potential exposure to the aforementioned staff member on the schools’ communities. 

    As the staff member had proximate contact with several employees at three different schools for staff development purposes, the contact tracing interview process will take longer to complete. We are still in the process of working with the Department of Health Services as they continue to investigate. However, at this point, William Rall Elementary School will be open for in-person instruction tomorrow, Oct. 6. The limited number of staff who had proximate contact with the Albany staff member have been notified, will remain home until otherwise instructed and the appropriate coverage of their duties has been put into place. Harding Avenue and Albany Avenue elementary schools will remain on full remote learning for another day as the DHS investigation continues. 

    Once more, I remind you that the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing, and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact your child’s medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • The district is pleased to announce that students Aliya John (mixed chorus) and Isabel Camacho (treble chorus) will represent the Lindenhurst High School in the 85th annual New York State School Music Association All-State Winter Conference. 

    Unfortunately, NYSSMA will be unable to assemble these students to rehearse and perform, as the December Winter Conference in Rochester has been canceled. NYSSMA, however, does plan to assemble the All-State ensembles in a virtual format to record a 2020 Virtual All-State Concert.

    This is a great honor for our students, teachers, and district. Thousands of students auditioned to be a part of this ensemble and the district is proud of these talented students who will represent the district. 

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  • Lindenhurst High School student Aliya John, grade 12 recently earned the title of "Honorable Mention," for her submission “Bracing For the Future: A Literature Analysis on the  Solutions to Economic and Personal Restrictions Caused by Environmental Regulation in the U.S.” to the Stony Brook Young Investigators Review (SBYIR), undergraduate research journal from Stony Brook University’s, writing competition.

    A letter from the university to Aliya stated, “We commend you on putting in the time and effort to research a scientific controversy, digest the topic, and present it in a novel and comprehensible form for the public. The act of research is in itself incredibly difficult, but the act of synthesizing that information for those not in the scientific community is one that many professionals today find difficult. To be able to submit a completed entry to the Young Investigators Writing Competition is a feat that deserves much recognition.”

    This district wishes to congratulate Aliya on this recognition.

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  • October 4, 2020

    Dear Lindenhurst Community:

    Today, the Lindenhurst Union Free School District was notified by a staff member of Albany Avenue Elementary School that they had tested positive for COVID-19. It is important to note that this member of staff, who is asymptomatic, has not been in the school building since Wednesday, September 30.  

    The Department of Health has assured the district that as the staff member has not been inside the building since prior to the 48 hour incubation period used to conduct a contact tracing investigation, no further action is needed on the part of the district and the building will remain open. In all cases involving a positive COVID-19 result, the infected party cannot return to school without producing a ‘Release From Isolation’ letter from the local Department of Health.

    The district will continue to follow all necessary protocols and the custodial staff will continue to work diligently to clean and disinfect all school spaces, so as to mitigate exposure to students or staff. As always, the health and safety of our students and staff is our foremost priority.   

    Once more, I remind you that the symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to the regular seasonal influenza and include fever, coughing, and shortness of breath. Some have reported additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea. If your child is exhibiting any symptoms such as those listed above, please contact their medical provider to report the illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • NEW- HEALTH ALERT

    October 4, 2020

    Dear Lindenhurst Community:

    Shortly after sending the last message regarding an Albany Avenue staff member who tested positive for COVID-19, the district received word of an unrelated second Albany Avenue staff member who also tested positive.

    The second staff member was recently involved in staff development sessions at Albany Avenue, Harding Avenue and William Rall Elementary Schools. The Department of Health has been notified and will begin a contact tracing investigation; however, at this time based on the late hour, neither the district nor the local health department have enough information to accurately determine the impact of that staff member’s exposure to the school community.

    As such, it has been determined that the safest course of action is for Albany, Harding and Rall elementary schools, to operate remotely tomorrow Monday, Oct. 5 while the investigation takes place. There will not be any in-person instruction at these schools, tomorrow, all classes will be taught remotely. You will be notified of any additional remote learning days, if necessary.

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • October 1, 2020 

    Dear Lindenhurst Community:

    The Lindenhurst Union Free School District was notified yesterday by the BOCES Superintendent that a BOCES service provider who had contact with two district students (one at Lindenhurst High School and one at Daniel Street Elementary School) tested positive for COVID-19. BOCES contacted the local Department of Health, and the district contacted the parents of the two Lindenhurst students who were determined to have had proximate contact with the impacted student at BOCES. It is important to note that according to the interview provided by the infected individual, masks were worn, and a distance of 6-feet was maintained at all times while working with the students. These students are not currently exhibiting COVID-19 symptoms.

    In accordance with local Department of Health Services guidelines, the two students who had contact with the BOCES service provider will remain out of school until the health department completes their investigation and contact tracing procedures.

    Unrelated to the above situation, an additional high school student has tested positive for COVID-19. It is important to note that this individual, and his sibling, have not attended in-person classes since September 18. In all cases involving a positive COVID-19 result, a student cannot return to school without producing a Release From Isolation letter from the local Department of Health

    As a reminder, any district student who exhibits symptoms of COVID-19 including fever, coughing, and shortness of breath or additional symptoms, such as a runny nose, sore throat, nausea, lethargy, lack of appetite, vomiting, or diarrhea are advised to contact their medical provider to report their illness prior to seeking care at a clinic, physician’s office, or hospital. 

    As always, we will continue to follow all necessary protocols and our custodial staff continues to work diligently to clean and disinfect all school spaces, so as to mitigate any exposure to students or staff. Additionally, you will continue to be made aware of any new information. 

    If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

September 2020

  • CLICK HERE to read a Foodservice update from Aramark.

    Please be advised that breakfast and lunch meals are temporarily FREE for all district students. This emergency service will continue until June 30, 2021 unless the federal funding runs out prior to that date. 

    All students can obtain breakfast and lunch at no charge on days when they are in school or learning remotely. Additionally, on in school learning days, students can take meals to go, for consumption on virtual learning days and weekends. The service is provided by all district schools.

    For those students who have elected to participate in the remote learning model exclusively, meals are available to be picked up at the High School outside of the back doors to the kitchen between the hours of 8AM-10AM, Monday – Friday. 

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  • Good evening,

    This message is to inform you that the district’s Network Operations Center has determined the cause of last week’s intermittent Internet outages within the network.

    The outages were ultimately found to be the result of a Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) cyber attack against the district. A DDoS attack involves someone attempting to flood a system with data in an effort to overwhelm the internet rendering it useless to the user. These types of cyber attacks are not uncommon among businesses and government organizations and are intended to cause disruption as opposed to obtaining information. It is important to note that absolutely no personal data was breached in the process.

    Under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, such attacks are illegal and can result in imprisonment and up to $500,000 in fines. This crime has been reported by the district to the Suffolk County Police Department. As per the New York State plan, the SCPD are responsible to report the attack to the Department of Homeland Security, who will investigate. 

    The district’s Network Operations Center has been working tirelessly to improve the quality of the internet service for this week and will continue to do so.

    Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through this together. 

    Sincerely,

    Daniel E. Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • Good afternoon,

    As you are aware, throughout the week the district has been experiencing intermittent Internet outages within the district’s network. We are aware that the outages are causing myriad challenges for students and teachers alike and we apologize for the inconvenience. 

    Please know that the district’s Network Operations Center has been working diligently to rectify the situation and that no students will be penalized as a result of the outages. 

    Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work through this together. 

    Sincerely,

    Daniel E. Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • Registration for the fall driver's ed program is now open. For all details, please visit the Driver's Ed eBoard Driver's Ed eBoard website.

    Registration can be completed through MySchoolBucks website

  • Public Meeting Using Zoom Conferencing Wednesday, September 23, 2020

    Service begins at 8 p.m.(Executive Session 7 p.m.)

    Please click the link to join the webinar: https://zoom.us/j/93779953621

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 937 7995 3621 to join:

    +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)

    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting,the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail.Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Tuesday, Sept. 22.To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule,regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

  • The classrooms have been prepared, the buses are on the road and the sound of laughter has returned to the hallways and playgrounds of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District. September 9 began another school year for the district albeit one with a slightly different feel to it.

    After six months, students have returned to their buildings and logged into virtual classrooms to reunite with friends, met new teachers and familiarized themselves with the new safety protocols. As students have been arranged in cohorts, so as to reduce the number of daily attendance different groups have experienced their first in-person days of school on different days throughout the week.

    “This first week back was a great first step toward normalcy,” said Superintendent of Schools Daniel Giordano. “We will continue to assess our program as we move forward in hopes of all being back together again in school.” 

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  • Section XI to Postpone All Interscholastic Athletics Until 2021, Will Operate with Three Seasons from January through June

    In conjunction with its Athletic Council, County Athletic Directors, Safety Committee and Suffolk County Executive Board, Section XI will be postponing all sports until January 4 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.   

    Among the reasons for this decision are the potential for increased positive cases of COVID-19, the health and safety of our student-athletes, coaches, officials and staff members, a reduced number of spectators, a lack of locker room and facility use, increased costs in transportation and security for school districts and equity among all school districts.

    Section XI’s Athletic Council voted unanimously this week to postpone the fall season and condense all three seasons – fall, winter, spring – from January through June. Section XI will run three complete seasons for the varsity, junior varsity and modified levels. These seasons will allow for all teams to play an adapted season with a culminating championship event.

    “While this was a difficult decision, we feel it was the best move for the health and safety of everyone involved,” said Section XI Executive Director Tom Combs. “We still have a lot of hard work ahead in planning and executing on the three seasons across six months in 2021, but we look forward to the challenge and collaboration with our member schools and providing an impactful experience for our student-athletes and coaches.”

    The seasons will run as follows:

    Varsity and JV

    • Season 1 (Winter), January 4- February 27
    • Season 2 (Fall), March 1- May 1
    • Season 3 (Spring), April 26- June 19

    Modified sports

    • Season 1 (Winter), January 4- February 6
    • Season 2 (Late Winter), February 8- Mar 20
    • Season 3 (Fall), March 22- May 8
    • Season 4 (Spring), May 10- June 12

    Section XI will continue to provide information on health and safety in accordance to rules and regulations provided by the New York State Public Health Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA). Along with the NYSPHSAA, we continue to gather information pertaining to COVID-19 and are committed to maximizing the interscholastic athletic opportunities for students across our county.

  • Due to the Covid Pandemic the ELL and the GED classes have been postponed until further notice.

    Debido a la pandemia de Covid, las clases de ELL y GED se han pospuesto hasta nuevo aviso.

    Z powodu Covid Pandemic zajęcia ELL i GED zostały przełożone do odwołania.

    The Adult Education classes will be held virtually only.

    You can register either on-line or by mail.

    There is no in-person registration.

    Additionally, there will be no senior discount as the cost of each class has been discounted drastically.Please note that if a class does not have enough participation, it is subject to cancellation.

    CLICK HERE for online registration as of September 21, 2020.

  • It is with the utmost sadness that I inform you that Sofia Garbe, Lindenhurst High School student and daughter of Board of Education trustee Kevin Garbe, passed away.
    This is a shocking loss for our school community and we extend our deepest condolences to all of Sofia’s friends and family. According to a statement shared by her family, Sofia donated her liver and kidneys to three different people. They noted, “While our beautiful girl didn’t get her miracle, someone else did. She left this world a hero and with her goodbye, she brought life. May she forever be remembered as the star she was. A girl so full of life, and with a passion for adventure that some of us can only dream of.”
    Counseling services are available to any Lindenhurst student or staff member who needs assistance during this time. As we reopen our doors to students, we are mindful that some high school students may be struggling with this loss. Now, more than ever, we will support our students, show kindness and compassion, and make sure they know that we are there for them.
    Arrangements are as follows:
    Wake:   Monday, September 7. 2:00 to 4:30 pm and 7:00 to 9:30 pm
                 Tuesday, September 8  2:00 to 4:30 pm and 7:00 to 9:30 pm
                 Claude R. Boyd – Spencer Funeral Home
                 448 West Main Street
                 Babylon, NY 11702
    Funeral Mass:  Wednesday, September 9    9:45 a.m.
                             Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church
                             210 South Wellwood Avenue
                             Lindenhurst, NY  11757           
    Messages of Condolence can be sent to:
    The Garbe Family
    c/o Superintendent of Schools
    350 Daniel Street
    Lindenhurst, NY  11757

  • Virtual BOE Meeting - Tuesday, September 8, 2020
    Please be advised that the Lindenhurst Board of Education will host a special meeting on Tuesday, September 8 at 6 p.m. Please also be advised that the regular Board meeting originally scheduled for Wednesday, September 9 has been postponed until Wednesday, September 16.
    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting on September 8, the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail. Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Tuesday, September 8.
    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.
    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 917 4312 8855 to join: +11 646-558-8656.

August 2020

  • CLICK HERE to complete the Elementary Classroom Meal To-Go Distribution Authorization Form. This will allow for meals to be distributed to students in the classroom prior to dismissal for consumption during virtual learning days. Please note that this form must only be completed once.

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  • CLICK HERE to access the remote learning request form.

    If you decide to take advantage of full remote learning, you must commit to remain on remote learning for the duration of the quarter for secondary school or the duration of the trimester for elementary schools. You will not be able to opt back in until the marking period has ended.

  • While parents are strongly encouraged to register their children electronically online, the district recognizes that there may be parents who are not able to do so. For those parents, we ask that you please follow this procedure:

    Come to the McKenna building to drop off registration forms from September 1, 2020 onward, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

    Upon arriving at the McKenna building someone will come to the door to accept the packets. 

    Please be advised that due to the possible spread of infection, out of an abundance of caution, any materials personally delivered to the district will be physically received, but not be processed until a full 24 hours has passed from the time of receipt.

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  • Dear Lindenhurst Community, 

    We understand that these are unprecedented times and as we continue to move forward with the reopening process, we recognize that in order to meet the individual needs of our community and their unique circumstances, we must remain flexible and continue to evaluate and adjust our plans as needed. 

    To that end, and in an effort to simplify the process for everyone, please note that the following changes have been made to the district’s previously announced Chromebook distribution process:

    • An additional distribution date of Tuesday, Sept. 8, between the hours of 8 am-3:30 pm, has been added to the schedule to accommodate those in the community who are unable to come on their previously assigned date/time. Again, those devices will be distributed at the McKenna Administration Building at 350 Daniel Street, Lindenhurst.
    • New students who were previously told to obtain devices from their respective school buildings, will now receive devices from the McKenna Administration building on Tuesday, Sept. 8, as well, during the aforementioned hours.

    As stated previously, to ensure a safe and efficient delivery process, we ask that you make every effort to please come on the day you are assigned. 

    The following information is intended to clarify some of points previously made, that may be causing confusion:

    • All attendees are required to bring with them any district Chromebook device and charger they are in possession of. The district will not be able to move forward with the registration process until the device and charger are provided. 
    • Attendees consist of all students in grades k,1,2,3,4,5,6,11 and 12. Students in grades 7,8,9 and 10 do not need to bring or re-register their devices.
    • If you are unable to attend on either your previously scheduled date/time or on the make-up date established, you can send someone in your place. They will be required to provide identification and to verify the name and address of the student for whom they are collecting. 

    Once more for your convenience, the distribution schedule is as follows:

    Tuesday, Aug. 25                                  A-B

    Wednesday, Aug. 26                           C-Del

    Thursday, Aug. 27                               Dem-Ga

    Friday, Aug. 28                                      Ge-J

    Monday, Aug. 31                                  K-Man

    Tuesday, Sept. 1                                   Mar-Ol

    Wednesday, Sept. 2                            Om-Roc

    Thursday, Sept. 3                                 Rod-Sta

    Friday, Sept. 4                                      Ste-Z

    Tuesday, Sept. 8                                Make-up Date

    Thank you again, for your patience and understanding as we work to reopening our schools successfully.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

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  • Please be advised that the Lindenhurst Board of Education Virtual Community Forum meeting and Budget hearing will take place on August 26, at 8pm. 

    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting, the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail. Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Tuesday, August 25.

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 954 1313 8793 to join:

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    888 788 0099 US Toll-free 

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  • As was discussed at the recent Lindenhurst Union Free School District reopening town hall meetings, Chromebooks will be distributed to all students in grades Kindergarten, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 11 and 12. 
    Following the schedule outlined below, you will be asked to come to the McKenna Administration Building at 350 Daniel Street, Lindenhurst, to either exchange or receive a chromebook and charger. If you currently have a device, you are required to bring it with you so that the district can confirm that it is still the appropriate device for your grade level. Additionally, you will be required to bring personal identification/student identification. 
    You can exchange/pick up or register your device, between the hours of 8am and 3:30pm, at the tent located by the McKenna entrance nearest to the field by the blacktop. As the Governor’s Executive Order prevents the public from entering the building, all distribution will take place outdoors. 
    Please adhere to the following schedule by last name as outlined below:
    Tuesday, Aug. 25            A-B
    Wednesday, Aug. 26      C-Del
    Thursday, Aug. 27          Dem-Ga
    Friday, Aug. 28               Ge-J
    Monday, Aug. 31             K-Man
    Tuesday, Sept. 1              Mar-Ol
    Wednesday, Sept. 2       Om-Roc
    Thursday, Sept. 3            Rod-Sta
    Friday, Sept. 4                  Ste-Z
    If you are a new student entering grades seven through ten, you will obtain your device from your respective building on Tuesday, Sept. 8 following the schedule below:
    Lindenhurst Middle School      8 am-11 am
    Lindenhurst High School         12 pm-3 pm
    To ensure a safe and efficient delivery process, we ask that you make every effort to please come on the day you are assigned, or unfortunately, we cannot guarantee that you will receive your device before the start of the school year. 
    As the health and safety of our school community is of the utmost importance, we ask that you remain patient and understanding of the need to follow the district’s safety protocols and maintain a healthy social distance from others in attendance. 
    Thank you and we look forward to seeing you.

  • The district has implemented Parent Square, a new communication platform to simplify parent communication from the district. 

    You will receive your activation information via the contact information you have provided through eSchool. If you are unsure of the contact preference you have selected, you can revisit the information using the eSchool parent portal account.

    Below are the English and Spanish links to videos provided by Parent Square to assist you should your teacher choose this method of communication.

    English Video click here.

    Spanish Video click here.

  • Last week the Lindenhurst community was provided with zoom links, as well as, overflow Youtube links to accommodate the high rate of participation anticipated for the three upcoming town hall meetings to be held on August 18, 19 and 20.

    Since then, and in an effort to allow all community members access to submit additional questions to the administration and Board of Education using the Zoom chat feature, the district purchased a Zoom license that would not only support the chat feature, but would also simplify the process and allow for significantly larger numbers of participants.

    Unfortunately, doing so also means that the links previously provided, are no longer active.

    Below are the new links that will allow members of the community to listen to the town hall meetings at which the administration will provide an overview of the reopening plan and address the email inquiries they have received. At the conclusion of each town hall meeting, all participants will now have the opportunity to submit additional questions via the Zoom chat feature.

    The schedule and NEW LINKS for these meetings are as follows:

    Tuesday, August 18th, from 9:00am to 11:00am

    Link: Join Zoom Meeting by clicking here: https://zoom.us/j/94353120416

    Wednesday, August 19th, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm

    Link: Join Zoom Meeting by clicking here: https://zoom.us/j/93985319793

    Thursday, August 20th, from 12:00pm to 2:00pm

    Link: Join Zoom Meeting by clicking here: https://zoom.us/j/99119662896

    Or iPhone one-tap :
    US: +16465588656,,99119662896# or +13017158592,,99119662896#

    Or Telephone:
    Dial(for higher quality, dial a number based on your current location):
    US: +1 646 558 8656 or +1 301 715 8592 or +1 312 626 6799 or +1 253 215 8782 or +1 346 248 7799 or +1 669 900 9128

    Webinar ID: 991 1966 2896

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the administration and Board of Education will endeavor to address each question during the aforementioned Town Hall Meetings.

    To ensure that the information you are receiving is the most accurate and up to date, it is important that you obtain it directly from the district’s website or social media accounts. To avoid any confusion, the district will remove access to the previous links from those locations.

    We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause but felt it was imperative that all members of the school community have access to the chat feature.

    Thank you for your understanding.

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  • Town Hall Meetings To Be Held on August 18, 19 and 20

    The district will be holding three Town Hall Meetings to provide the community with an overview of the reopening plan and to address the inquiries they have received. 

    The schedule for these meetings is as follows:

    Tuesday, August 18th, from 9:00am to 11:00am        

    Link: Join Zoom Meeting by clicking here: https://e2ccb-gst.zoom.us/j/96237786601

    Wednesday, August 19th, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm

    Link: Join Zoom Meeting by clicking here: https://e2ccb-gst.zoom.us/j/91870908426

    Thursday, August 20th, from 12:00pm to 2:00pm

    Link: Join Zoom Meeting by clicking here: https://e2ccb-gst.zoom.us/j/99188058011 

    Please note that at the conclusion of each town hall meeting, participants using the Zoom links above, will have the opportunity to submit additional questions via the Zoom chat feature.

    The following are alternative overflow links to be used if the links are unavailable:

    Tuesday, August 18th, from 9:00am to 11:00am

    Link: Join Zoom Meeting by clicking here: https://youtu.be/TsB22JLGFzg

    Wednesday, August 19th, from 7:00pm to 9:00pm

    Link: Join Zoom Meeting by clicking here: https://youtu.be/eqklEyuGm3o

    Thursday, August 20th, from 12:00pm to 2:00pm.

    Link: Join Zoom Meeting by clicking here: https://youtu.be/QtDQkWV7AOA

    If you are participating using the Youtube links above, you will be required to submit questions via email using lindyreopening@lufsd.org. Those questions will be answered at a later date.

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy,

    the administration and Board of Education will endeavor to address each question  during the aforementioned Town Hall Meetings.

  • Please be advised that Lindenhurst Union Free School District will not be mailing a printed calendar to residents for the 2020-21 academic year. Given the uncertainty of the ongoing health pandemic and what lies ahead for the start of the school year, the district wants to be fiscally responsible by not incurring printing costs of a calendar that is likely to change. Please be assured that all school events and meetings will be posted to the district’s website and will be updated accordingly throughout the year. Thank you for your understanding.

  • Dear Lindenhurst Families: 

    Last Friday, Governor Cuomo announced that schools can reopen for in-person instruction in September. Our District has been planning for this reopening since prior to the Governor and The NYS Education Department’s requirements were published.  Our Lindenhurst Reopening Plan was posted for the community on our website. Since posting, an adjustment was made to the Lindenhurst Reopening Plan based on feedback from our staff and the community. 

    I would like to share this change and provide you with an option to have your child instructed remotely. If you decide to have your child instructed remotely, please complete the online form below. Please complete one form per child. In order to prepare schedules for our virtual school, we ask that you complete this form no later than August 21, 2020. Once received, you will be contacted by your child’s school. 

    We will be holding Town Hall Meetings to address any questions and/or concerns you may have.  Questions will be  submitted ahead of time to lindyreopening@lufsd.org reviewed at the public town hall meeting.   

    If you decide to take advantage of full remote learning, you must commit to remain on remote learning for the duration of the quarter for secondary school or the duration of the trimester for elementary schools. You will not be able to opt back in until the marking period has ended.

    Request for Remote Learning Form.

    Please click this link or visit the District website at www.lindenhurstschools.org for the most recent information related to our September reopening.

    Sincerely,

    Daniel Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • The district administration has received many phone calls and emails from parents with inquiries regarding the reopening plan that was posted on Friday, August 7, 2020.

    Please know that the district will be holding a series of town hall sessions next week on Tuesday, Aug. 18 from 9am to 11am, Wednesday, Aug. 19 from 7pm to 9pm and Thursday, Aug. 20 from 12pm-2pm.

    To simplify and streamline the process, the district has established a dedicated email account for questions only, specific to the reopening. Please send your reopening questions to lindyreopening@lufsd.org by Friday, August 14, and they will be addressed during the aforementioned town hall meetings. Follow up questions will also be reviewed.

    We appreciate your feedback and are working hard to help the community better understand the steps we are taking to provide a safe educational experience for the children, staff and faculty of Lindenhurst and their families.

  • Thank you for your patience as we worked diligently to establish a reopening plan for the state that would safely accommodate the needs of our students and staff, while simultaneously adhering to the 145 pages of guidance and requirements received from the State Education Department.

    Please be advised that, at this time, the Lindenhurst Union Free School District’s Reopening Plan has been shared with the New York State Education Department and Department of Health and the deadline has been met.

    CLICK HERE to review the LUFSD reopening plan that has been shared with the NYS Department of Education and the NYS Department of Health.

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  • Click here to visit the Graduation 2020 Page

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  • Virtual BOE Business Meeting Wednesday, August 5 at 8pm.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 928 5411 0741 to join:

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    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting,the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail. Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Tuesday, Aug 5.To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule,regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting. 

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July 2020

  • Attachments:

  • Due to the overwhelming response to Parent University Online, OWL is opening another section of workshops, which will run on Tuesday evenings from 7-8 p.m.

    Please click on the link for details and registration information.

  • Due to the overwhelming response to OWL Parent University Online, both sections of the workshops are filled. The intention is to open additional sections if the demand is there. Please add your name to the waitlist by clicking on the link below.  

    You will be notified when additional sections are opening.

    The OWL Parent University Online - Fall 2020-Wait List

  • The OWL Parent University Online is offering a series of remote learning sessions introducing parents to the basics of the most common applications used by teachers in remote learning. Each session is conducted via Zoom and will last one hour with additional time for questions and answers. Attendees need not attend all sessions. They may choose which ones are relevant to them. Access to a Chromebook is not required. However, it will be helpful for session

    1. Register now using the link below. Classes begin September 16.

    The OWL Parent University Online

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  • Please be advised that class placements for grades 1 through 5 will be posted to the parent portal on Tuesday, August 25, 2020. Additionally, kindergarten placement letters will be mailed on or about August 25th.  

  • Virtual BOE Business and Organizational Meeting Wednesday, July 15 at 8pm.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 916 4684 3078 to join:

    +1 646 876 9923 US (New York)

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    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting,the public participation portion of the meetingwill be conducted via e-mail.Members of the public who have questions regarding theBoard of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address theBoard of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Monday, July 13.To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule,regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

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June 2020

  • The A.R.M.S. Program of Lindenhurst Senior High School has compiled a number of backpacks complete with school supplies to be donated to families within the community who are in need of the support. Please note, supplies are received as donations and may be gently used.

    If you are interested in receiving school supplies for your child or in donating supplies to the program, please contact Danielle Bottachiari at dbottachiari@lufsd.org or Christine Sanfratello at csanfratello@lufsd.org no later than July 17th.

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  • Residents in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District voted via absentee ballot to support the 2020-21 school budget. On June 16 the votes were counted, and the budget passed by a vote of 2142 to 1589. Thank you to all residents who participated in this important and unprecedented vote.

    In addition to voting on the budget, three seats were available on the Board of Education and incumbents Michael DiGiuseppe and Josephine Martino who ran unopposed, were re-elected. DiGiuseppe received 2946 votes and Martino received 2930 votes.The seat held by Trustee Valerie McKenna, will now be held by Gabrielle Anzalone who received 1963 votes to Thomas Kalish’s 1242 votes. The terms of the three trustees will commence on July 1, 2020 and conclude on June 30, 2023.           

    Los residentes en el Distrito Escolar Libre de Lindenhurst Union votaron a través de una boleta de ausencia para apoyar el presupuesto escolar 2020-21. El 16 de junio se contaron los votos, y el presupuesto se aprobó por un voto de 2142 a 1589. Gracias a todos los residentes que participaron en este importante y sin precedentes voto. 

    Además de votar sobre el presupuesto, tres escaños estaban disponibles en la Junta de Educación y los titulares Michael DiGiuseppe y Josephine Martino, que se quedó sin oposición, fueron reelegidos. DiGiuseppe recibió votos 2946 y Martino recibió el 2930 votos.

    El escaño ocupado por la sínda Valerie McKenna, ahora será ocupado por Gabrielle Anzalone quien recibió 1963 votos a favor de los votos 1242 de Thomas Kalish. Los términos de los tres fideicomisarios comenzarán el 1 de julio de 2020 y concluirán el 30 de junio de 2023.

  • Please be advised that the Lindenhurst Board of Education Virtual Business meeting and Budget vote and election will take place on June 16, at 8pm. 

    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting, the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail. Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Monday, June 15.

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 929 9765 2655 to join:

    +1 646 876 9923 US (New York)

    888 788 0099 US Toll-free 

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    Tenga en cuenta que la reunión de negocios virtuales de la Junta de Educación de Lindenhurst y la votación del presupuesto anual tendrán lugar el 16 de junio a las 8 p. m. 

    Dado que no habrá acceso público en persona a la reunión, la parte de participación del público de la reunión se llevará a cabo por correo electrónico. Los miembros del público que tengan preguntas sobre el orden del día de la Junta de Educación y/o deseen dirigirse a la Junta de Educación pueden hacerlo enviando sus preguntas y/o comentarios por correo electrónico a boardofedquestions@lufsd.org antes de las 4 p. m., lunes 15 de junio.

    En la medida de lo posible y permitido por la ley aplicable, la regla, la regulación y la política del Distrito, la Junta de Educación se esforzará por abordar cada pregunta y/o comentario durante la parte de participación pública de la reunión.

    Utilice la siguiente información para marcar en la reunión de audio y utilizar Meeting ID: 929 9765 2655 para unirse:

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  • On Sunday, June 7, Gov. Cuomo issued an executive order regarding the upcoming school district budget vote, extending the deadline for absentee ballots to be returned by mail. The new deadline for school districts to receive school budget ballots via mail receipt is now June 16. Results will not be final until after June 16. 

    As such, the BOE Meeting Scheduled for June 9 has been canceled.

    Fecha extendida para que las boletas del presupuesto sean devueltas por correo al Distrito

    El domingo 7 de junio, el gobernador Andrew Cuomo emitió una orden ejecutiva con respecto a la próxima votación del presupuesto del distrito escolar, extendiendo el plazo para que las boletas en ausencia sean devueltas por correo. La nueva fecha para que los distritos escolares reciban boletas del presupuesto escolar por correo es ahora el 16 de junio. Los resultados no serán finales hasta después del 16 de junio.

    Como tal, la reunión BOE programada para el 9 de junio ha sido cancelada.

  • Please be advised that the Lindenhurst Board of Education Virtual Business meeting and Budget vote and election will take place on June 9, at 8pm. 

    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting, the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail. Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Monday, June 8.

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 929 9765 2655 to join:

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    Tenga en cuenta que la reunión de negocios virtuales de la Junta de Educación de Lindenhurst y la votación del presupuesto anual tendrán lugar el 9 de junio a las 8 p. m. 

    Dado que no habrá acceso público en persona a la reunión, la parte de participación del público de la reunión se llevará a cabo por correo electrónico. Los miembros del público que tengan preguntas sobre el orden del día de la Junta de Educación y/o deseen dirigirse a la Junta de Educación pueden hacerlo enviando sus preguntas y/o comentarios por correo electrónico a boardofedquestions@lufsd.org antes de las 4 p. m., lunes 8 de junio.

    En la medida de lo posible y permitido por la ley aplicable, la regla, la regulación y la política del Distrito, la Junta de Educación se esforzará por abordar cada pregunta y/o comentario durante la parte de participación pública de la reunión.

    Utilice la siguiente información para marcar en la reunión de audio y utilizar Meeting ID: 929 9765 2655 para unirse:

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May 2020

  • Please be advised that the Lindenhurst Board of Education Virtual Business meeting and Budget hearing will take place on June 2, at 8pm. 

    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting, the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail. Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Monday, June 1.

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meetingand use Meeting ID: 984 6240 4222 to join:

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    Tenga en cuenta que la reunión de negocios virtuales de la Junta de Educación de Lindenhurst y la audiencia de presupuesto tendrán lugar el 2 de junio a las 8 p. m. 

    Dado que no habrá acceso público en persona a la reunión, la parte de participación del público de la reunión se llevará a cabo por correo electrónico. Los miembros del público que tengan preguntas sobre el orden del día de la Junta de Educación y/o deseen dirigirse a la Junta de Educación pueden hacerlo enviando sus preguntas y/o comentarios por correo electrónico a boardofedquestions@lufsd.org antes de las 4 p. m., lunes 1 de junio.

    En la medida de lo posible y permitido por la ley aplicable, la regla, la regulación y la política del Distrito, la Junta de Educación se esforzará por abordar cada pregunta y/o comentario durante la parte de participación pública de la reunión.

    Utilice la siguiente información para marcar en la reunión de audio y utilizar el ID de reunión: 984 6240 4222 para unirse:

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  • CLICK HERE to review a message from Mr. Giordano regarding the dates for various end-of-year events events and property retrieval. 

  • Please be advised that on May 27, PTA council will be conducting a virtual meeting and Elections & Installations beginning at 7pm via Zoom. At 7:45 pm, this meeting will also serve as the annual Budget Presentation and Meet the Candidates night. Participants will include incumbents Michael DiGiuseppe and Josephine Martino, who are running unopposed, as well as, Gabrielle Anzalone and Thomas Kalish who are running for the seat held by Valerie McKenna.

    If you are interested in submitting a question for a candidate, the PTA Council requests that you please email your question to annmariethomson93@gmail.com no later than May 25th at 6pm.

    CLICK HERE to join the webinar or use the information below to dial into the meeting and use Meeting ID: 974 5149 9009 to join:

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  • Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting and use Meeting ID: 923 9363 2643 to join:

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    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting, the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail. Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Monday, May 18.

    To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

  • Please be advised that the district will continue to accept applications for free or reduced lunch while buildings are closed due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

    If you have had a recent change in your financial status and would like to apply for free or reduced lunch, please visit the district website under the School Lunch Program tab and apply online via the free MySchoolApp service.Paper applications will also be available for pick up and drop off at the back of the high school, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00am and 11:00am, near the cafeteria doors, where meals are currently being served.If you have any questions regarding applying for free or reduced lunch, please call 631-867-3796 for assistance.

  • District residents who are interested in running for a Board of Education position should contact Donna Milone, District Clerk, at 631-867-3001 or at dmilone@lufsd.org to request nominating petitions. Nominating petitions must be submitted to the District Clerk no later than Monday, May 11, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. in order to appear on the ballot for the June 9, 2020 election. In light of the restrictions imposed by COVID-19, petitions will be accepted by mail as well as by email. As per Executive Order 202.26, there is no minimum number of signatures required for the June 9, 2020 School Board Election. 

  • Please be advised that the Lindenhurst Board of Education Virtual Business meeting will take place on May 6, at 8pm.

    Since there will be no in-person public access to the meeting, the public participation portion of the meeting will be conducted via e-mail. Members of the public who have questions regarding the Board of Education’s agenda and/or wish to address the Board of Education may do so by e-mailing their questions and/or comments to boardofedquestions@lufsd.org by 4 pm, Tuesday, May 5.To the extent possible and permitted by applicable law, rule, regulation and District policy, the Board of Education will endeavor to address each question and/or comment during the public participation portion of the meeting.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio BOE meeting

    and use Meeting ID: 992 4446 6201 to join:

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    877 853 5247 US Toll-free

  • Please be advised that the OWL Policy Board meeting will take place virtually on May 20, at 4pm.

    Those interested in participating can do so using the following information:

    Join Zoom Meeting by clicking here.

    Meeting ID: 711 5097 5419
    Password: 007269

April 2020

  • Please be advised that the Lindenhurst Board of Education Community Forum Meeting will be held virtually using the ZOOM Conferencing Service at 8:00 pm on Tuesday, Apr. 28, 2020.
    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting by your location and use Meeting ID: 99039036293 to join: 
            +1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
            +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
            +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
            +1 253 215 8782 US
            +1 301 715 8592 US
            +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
            888 788 0099 US Toll-free
            877 853 5247 US Toll-free

  • Please be advised that on April 30, children’s masks will be distributed at Lindenhurst High School, donated by the district’s vendor Renu. The initiative was organized by Scott Colletti and Mike VanDenburg, who formed the Promise for Hope organization to help students in need.

    Since the closure of school due to Covid-19, the district has been providing meals for students’ families daily, with curbside pickup at the high school between the hours of 8am and 11 am. We will distribute the “grab and go” bags of three masks, in the same fashion. 

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  • CLICK HERE to view the 2020 Dual Language Program presentation by Coordinator of World Languages, ENL & Bilingual Education, Jill Schilling.

  • Please be advised that the list of Family Mental Health Resources found on the COVID-19 Resources and Information webpage has been update, and will be updated as new resources become available. You are encouraged to check the site list of resources frequently. 

    Family Mental Health Resources 

  • Please be advised that the Lindenhurst Board of Education Business Meeting will be held virtually using the ZOOM Conferencing Service at 3:30 pm on Thursday, Apr. 9, 2020.
    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting by your location and use Meeting ID: 488 223 955 to join: 
            +1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
            +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
            +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
            +1 253 215 8782 US
            +1 301 715 8592 US
            +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
            888 788 0099 US Toll-free
            877 853 5247 US Toll-free

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March 2020

  • If your child is scheduled for a Kindergarten screening during the school closure the screening will be rescheduled. Once the district is aware of when it can resume normal activities, your child's home school will communicate the updated screening schedule. If your child's screening is scheduled when school is in session, the screening will continue as scheduled.

  • All Lindenhurst School District buildings are physically closed until further notice in accordance with state guidance. This includes the McKenna Administration Building and the Central Registration Office. 

    Registration documentation will be accepted electronically going forward until which time the district buildings are re-opened for operation. As a reminder, to register your child you must provide (1) proof of residency, (2) a certified birth certificate, and (3) proof that your child has the required immunizations under NYS Health Law. 

    Please refer to the Registration webpage on the Lindenhurst UFSD district website at Lindenhurstschools registation page for further guidance on the types of documents acceptable for registration. The Registration webpage also contains a copy of the District Registration Packet. All documents, including the District Registration Packet, can be electronically submitted to the following e-mail address: Registration@lufsd.org. Please leave your name and contact information (i.e. best phone number and/or e-mail address to reach you at) with your e-mail so that a representative from the Registration Office can reach you if necessary.

    A representative from the Registration Office can also be reached at 631-867-3055 if you have any questions or need further guidance. 

    Stay safe,

    Lindenhurst Registration Office

    POLSKA

    ESPANOL

  • Please be advised that the Lindenhurst Board of Education Business Meeting will be held virtually using the ZOOM Conferencing Service at 8 pm on Wednesday, Mar. 25, 2020.

    Use the information below to dial into the audio meeting by your location and use Meeting ID: 420 911 329 to join: 

            +1 646 876 9923 US (New York)
            +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
            +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)
            +1 253 215 8782 US
            +1 301 715 8592 US
            +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
            888 788 0099 US Toll-free
            877 853 5247 US Toll-free

  • If you are having an issue with a Chromebook, WiFi or logging into Classlink you can contact the district’s Network Operations Center at 631-867-3094 between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm. 

    Please note that this number will not provide assistance with instructional inquiries and will not be answered after 4pm.

    Effective Mar. 19, 2020, if you are in need of a district Chromebook, or have to replace the one you’ve previously been given, please note that you can do so at the newly established ChromeDepot located at the first back entrance off of North Putnam Avenue at the back of the McKenna Administration Building located at 350 Daniel Street between the hours of 8:30 am – 11:30 am. A red cone has been placed outside of the entrance to help you locate the correct door.

    Contact 631-867-3093 upon arrival and the ChromeDepot Assistant will meet you at the back door to assist you.

  • At the request of the school district, SCOPE Education Services is pleased to provide emergency extended school age care during this difficult time. 

    Registration is limited to currently enrolled SCOPE families in the district and First Responders and Medical Personnel in the School District. This is a five day a week program (3/18/2020* – 3/27/2020). *Start dates will vary and program is dependent upon sufficient enrollment. 

    CLICK HERE for information regarding registration if you are:

    • A current SCOPE family in the district
    • A new SCOPE family in the district (First Responders and Medical Personnel only)
    • Registering for the district's Extended Day Program

    If you have any questions or problems, please call (631)360-0800, Barbara R. (ext.100) or Angela (ext. 123.)

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  • Please be advised that Aramark, the district's lunch service provider, will no longer prepare meals in the high school cafeteria for pick up after June 26, 2020.

    TEXT "Summer Meals" to 97779 or call 1-866-348-6479 for more information on Summer Feeding Programs.

    Until then, the meals will be bagged for pick up - there will be a table set up in the back of the Lindenhurst High School by the cafeteria doors between 8 am - 11 amUse the Charles Street entrance to the high school off Indiana Avenue. No students will be permitted inside the building. Aramark will have a roster of the Lindenhurst students, they only need to provide their name to pick up the meal.  All Lindenhurst students are eligible, not limited to the free and reduced students.Please be advised that it is curbside pick up and you do not need to park or leave your children to get these meals.

    PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT WHEN YOU PICK UP MEALS ON FRIDAYS, YOU CAN ALSO COLLECT BREAKFAST AND LUNCH FOR THE WEEKENDS.

    • Zasoby żywnościowe Należy pamiętać, że jest to krawężnik odebrać i nie trzeba zaparkować lub zostawić swoje dzieci, aby uzyskać te posiłki.
    • Recursos Alimentarios Tenga en cuenta que es recogida en la acera y que no necesita aparcar o dejar a sus hijos para obtener estas comidas.

    Additionally, here is a list of food pantries in Lindenhurst- Updated 10/3/19

    Our Lady Of Perpetual Help, 210 S. Wellwood Ave. Lindenhurst, NY 11757 631-226-7725 x234

    Mon/Wed/Fri. 9:00 AM-Noon, 1st & 3rd Saturday 1:30pm-3:00pm

    Long Island Cares South Shore Service Center, 163-1 N. Wellwood Ave Lindenhurst, NY 11757 631-991-8106

    Monday/Wed/Fri 9-3, Thu 9-5 Tuesday's only for veterans 9-5

    * closed weekends. Bring ID

    Evangel Church Of God, Inc., 12 West John St. Lindenhurst, NY 11757 631-226-1679

    Wednesday 8-830pm

    St. John's Lutheran Church Food Pantry, 36 E. John Street Lindenhurst, NY 11757 631-226-1274

    Tuesday & Thursday 10:00AM-11:30AM, Friday 5pm-6pm

    *Fridays at 5pm can eat a hot meal upstairs. Can come every week for hot food.

    *once a year register. Every two weeks can receive food from pantry.

    Grace Food Pantry

    Grace United Methodist, 515 S. Wellwood Ave. Lindenhurst, NY 11757 631-226-8690

    Mon. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Thu. 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    *Can only be once per month, to be used more under emergency situations

    LONG ISLAND CARES INFORMATION:

    Long Island Cares can deploy their Children’s Food Trucks to your neighborhood. Call them at 631-582-3663 (FOOD)

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  • CLICK HERE to review a message from Bret Kearney, Assistant Superintendent for Special Education and PPS regarding CSE meeting status updates.

  • Please be advised that for your convenience, a webpage dedicated to resources and information pertaining to COVID-19 and its impact on the district has been established.

    It can be found under the Parents/Students section on the district homepage or by CLICKING HERE

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  • CLICK HERE to read an updated message from the superintendent of schools Re: cancelation of extracurricular events.

    PLEASE NOT THAT SCOPE WILL BE OPERATING AS USUAL AND BOTH AM AND PM SESSIONS WILL TAKE PLACE.

  • Information regarding the 2020 senior prom will be provided to you when information becomes available.

  • CLICK HERE to order a Lindenhurst High School 2020 yearbook.

    Lindenhurst Senior High Order # 3579

    All online ordering must be by 4/28/2020 OR Ordering through Lindenhurst High School-use form found on the Lindenhurst High School Web Page.

    Checks made out to Lindenhurst High School Bulldog 2020 submit to Mr. Finder in the High School coordinator’s office.

    He will issue a numbered receipt. Keep it in a safe place. At the end of the year you turn in the receipt and he gives you a book.

  • Spring registration for swim lessons will be held March 7 from 8am-10am at the Lindenhurst High School Pool. The cost of registration is $50.00 per child and only check or money order will be accepted. You must be a Lindenhurst resident to register your child.

February 2020

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  • Lindenhurst High School senior Veronica Szygalowicz has been recognized  nationally and will receive a $2,500 scholarship as she advanced to Finalist standing in the National Merit Scholarship Program. 

    Finalists, like Veronica, place among the top students who are recognized for their exceptional academic promise. Throughout her time at Lindenhurst High School, Veronica has challenged herself with the most rigorous Honors and Advanced Placement courses. She is ranked number one in her class, resulting in her being named valedictorian. An exceptional athlete, Veronica is the captain of the track team, All-League in the 1500 meter, All-County in cross-country and the undefeated League III champion who qualified for the state and federation championships. 

    Additionally, Veronica plays the flute in the symphonic band, serves as the vice president of the National Honor Society, co-president of the school’s DECA club and has volunteered her time at Stony Brook University Hospital.

    “I am honored to have been chosen as a finalist for the National Merit Scholarship. At the same time, I am grateful for everyone who has helped me throughout the entire process, especially my parents, my guidance counselor, Mrs. Hocoluk, and my English teacher, Ms. Buechner, who have provided me with valuable assistance in completing the application portion of the competition. It is so rewarding to see all that hard work finally pay off.”

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  • CLICK HERE for the February edition of the My Lindy E-Newsletter.

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  • Below you will find links to a letter from the NYSED Department of Health Information Regarding the Novel Coronavirus Named 2019-nCoV. 

    CLICK HERE - English

    CLICK HERE - Spanish

January 2020

  • CLICK HERE to register for LUFSD Family STREAMS night at the Lindenhurst High School on February 10 from 6 pm to 8:30 pm.

    Come share a family experience that involves making, designing, problem solving, creativity and innovation. District families from grades k-5 are welcome to register.

    Registration open now through Jan. 31, 2020.

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  • CLICK HERE to view the January edition of the My Lindy E-Newsletter and learn about the wonderful things that took place in December.

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  • The district recently hosted an ENL family night. There were more than 150 people in attendance at the event, housed in the Lindenhurst High School cafeteria.

    Coordinator of World Languages, ENL and Bilingual Education Jill Schilling gave a presentation called "Celebrating Our Diversity" that included an interactive map that demonstrated the diverse population of students that were born in other countries (countries of birth), the various student languages that are spoken for ENL students (born in the US and other countries), a complete overview of the district’s ENL program and the benefits of being bilingual.  Parents and students played games, the library was there to promote their bilingual programs, there were give aways, a parent toolkit to take home and we had a google form survey. Students, their family members, teachers and district administrators took part in various activities designed to involve all family members. There was representation from the Lindenhurst Memorial Library who shared information on the bilingual programs offered there. Additionally, there were give away prizes and a parent tool kit to take home with them.            

    “It's wonderful to provide an opportunity that brings parents, teachers and the community together to celebrate our diverse ethnic and cultural groups,” said Ms. Schilling. “Our school community strives to support our students and encourage involvement to build a strong home-school connection. Lindenhurst aims to build partnerships with our families and sustain connections that are aimed at improving student achievement.”

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  • The eighth grade students of Lindenhurst Middle School schools received a special visit from Thanhha Lai, author of the novels “Inside Out and Back Again,” “Butterfly Yellow,” and “Listen, Slowly.”

    “Inside Out and Back Again,” which is required reading for all Lindenhurst eighth graders, is historical fiction, based on the author’s experiences as a refugee during the Vietnam War. She describes her journey to America, where she faced bullying and discrimination. “Her story is truly inspirational and helps to foster a sense of empathy in us all,” said English teacher Deborah Weinstein. “ Her visit really brought the book to life for our students who loved learning about which elements of the novel were true and which were fiction.”

    Thanhha Lai has won the Newbery Medal and the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature. 

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  • Registration of eligible kindergarten students for the 2020-2021 school year will take place at the McKenna Administration Building at 350 Daniel St. from Jan. 29 through Feb. 13. In accordance with established policy of the Lindenhurst School District, children must be 5 years of age on or before Dec. 1, 2020, to be enrolled in kindergarten for the upcoming year. If your child has received or is currently receiving preschool special education services, you will still need to register for kindergarten. Kindergarten registration packets are available at any elementary school in the district, the lobby of the McKenna Administration Building and available by clicking the link below:

    Kindergarten Packet

    Kindergarten registration will be held for the 2020-2021 school year on the dates and time listed below. APPOINTMENTS ARE NOT REQUIRED ON THESE DATES. If you are not sure which school your child will attend, call the Registration Office at (631) 867-3055.

    ALBANY                        Feb. 4 and 12                8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

    ALLEGHANY                  Feb. 7 and 13                8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

    DANIEL                         Feb. 3 and 10                8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

    HARDING                      Jan. 29 and Feb. 6         8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.         

    WEST GATES                 Jan. 30 and Feb. 7         8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

    WILLIAM RALL               Feb. 5 and 11                8 a.m.-12:30 p.m.         

    For your child to be included in kindergarten screening and orientation, it is asked that you make every effort to register your child on the designated dates. Children who have not been registered by the screening and/or orientation dates scheduled by the individual elementary schools will not be allowed to attend the screening and/or orientation. Please feel free to share this information with your friends, relatives and neighbors so we can have as many children as possible registered during this time.

    As a specific number of kindergarten seats exist in each elementary school, the district must utilize a first-come, first-serve procedure. Those students registering after the above dates may be enrolled in an overflow school within the Lindenhurst Union Free School District.

    In addition to the above dates and times there will be, by appointment only, two evening registrations from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 5 and Wednesday, Feb. 12 for all schools. Time slots for appointments are limited and will be filled as appointments are made. Appointments can be scheduled for these evening dates by calling the Registration/Residency Office at (631) 867-3055 after Jan. 30.

December 2019

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  • Lindenhurst High School students Angelina Mendell and Matthew Newman were selected as recipients of the Suffolk Zone Award. Sponsored by the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, this award recognizes one male and one female Suffolk County high school senior from each school district who exemplify outstanding scholastic ability, physical education performance and leadership qualities. 

    The district congratulates Angelina and Matthew on this outstanding athletic accomplishment.

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  • Members of the student council at Lindenhurst High School entertained senior citizens from local Lindenhurst senior programs during the high school’s annual holiday luncheon. The day began with musical performances by the Lindenhurst High School’s concert choir and symphonic band, whose presentations included holiday songs and familiar classics.

    Students greeted the invited attendees as they entered the library, which was decorated in a festive holiday motif. They shared conversation and served their guests lunch, which was prepared by the students in the food and nutrition, and baking and pastry classes in addition to the advanced culinary arts and hospitality class. 

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  • CLICK HERE to review an important message from the Suffolk County Board of Health regarding a case of Pertussis at the Lindenhurst Middle School.

  • It is with the utmost sadness that we inform you about the untimely loss of our friend and colleague, Mr. George Smawley. Mr. Smawley passed away last night as the result of a sudden illness. The entire Lindenhurst community extends its heartfelt sympathy to his family, friends and relatives.

    If you had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Smawley, you know what a kind person he was and how dedicated he was to the students of the district as a teacher and a coach. We are all deeply impacted by his passing.

    This morning, Principal Dr. Candice Brodie and Assistant Principal Dr. Daniel Noviello personally informed Mr. Smawley’s students at the high school with the support of a school social worker. Additional support staff will be available for faculty, staff and students in the guidance office, library atrium and social work office throughout the week.

    Below are a number of grief resources for parents, students and staff that you might find helpful.

    Again, we extend our deepest sympathies to all who had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Smawley – he will be deeply missed by the entire Lindenhurst community. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Dr. Brodie at 867-3700. 

    Sincerely,  

    Dan Giordano

    Dr. Candice Brodie

      Superintendent of Schools 

    Principal, Lindenhurst High School 

    Online Resources:

November 2019

  • Please be aware that there will be an Enrichment make-up class held on Saturday, December 21, 2019 (this class will replace the cancelled class from November 23rd).

  • Each year as part of a required health examination a student is weighed, his/her height is measured and a body mass index or ‘BMI’ is determined so medical staff could monitor and help maintain a healthy weight range.

    Recent changes to the New York State Education Law require that BMI and weight status group be included as part of the student’s school health examination.

    Each year a sample of school districts are required to participate in a New York State Department of Health survey. This year, Lindenhurst Union Free School District was among those districts selected to comply. Therefore, the district is required by law to report to the New York State Department of Health the information about students’ weight status groups by January 30, 2020. 

    Only summary information is provided and that no names or specific information regarding individual students is divulged. 

    The information submitted to the New York State Department of Health is used to assist health officials in the development of programs that will make it easier for children to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

    You do have the right to exclude your child’s information from the report. If you do not wish to have your child’s weight status group information included as part of the Health Department’s survey this year, CLICK HERE to print and sign the BMI Survey Opt-Out Form in English or CLICK HERE to print and sign the BMI Survey Opt-Out Form in Spanish.

    Forms must be submitted back to the McKenna Administration Building, 350 Daniel Street or emailed to  BMISurveyOptOutForm@lufsd.org before January 2nd, 2020 for students to be opted out from having their information included within the BMI survey submission.

    Should you have any questions please contact Assistant Business Director Michael Van Wart at 631-867-3024.

  • Students in Michelle Rollman’s third grade class at William Rall Elementary School recently welcomed U.S. Army veterans Alice Diacosavvas, Michael O’Donnell and Gene Plastino to their classroom.

    The students honored the veterans with a special rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” and prepared a homemade chili for the soldier’s lunch. The veterans answered the students’ questions and asked a few of their own.

    “It is so thoughtful and a real honor for them to do this for us,” said veteran Alice Diacosavvas.

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  • In true Lindenhurst fashion, the community came out in full force on Nov. 8 to recognize one of their own. Robert Dorner, a graduate of the Lindenhurst High School Class of 1964, was a well-loved equipment manager for the Lindenhurst High School varsity football team who died at war. A bulldog to be proud of, a ceremony was held to remember the veteran. 

    In July 1964, Robert joined the U.S. Marine Corp and was assigned to the supply company of the 3rd service Battalion in Da Nang. On March 24, 1966, only two years after his graduation, Robert was killed on a resupply mission when he was hit by sniper fire.

    Years later, Robert’s father, Henry Dorner, gave his son’s class football jacket to his childhood friend and neighbor Kevin Fowler. In September, Kevin brought the jacket back to Lindenhurst High School and left it in the care of security guard Bob Cropsey in hopes that the school would honor the memory of the fallen veteran and Lindenhurst alumnus.

    Mr. Cropsey took it upon himself to organize a small ceremony at the high school where Robert’s varsity jacket was framed by the Lindenhurst Football Alumni Association and presented to members of the district’s administration including Superintendent of Schools Daniel E. Giordano, High School Principal Dr. Candice Brodie and Director of Health, Athletics and Physical Education Anthony Amesti.

    Also in attendance were members of the varsity football team, coaching staff and alumni association, members of the Lindenhurst High School Classes of 1964, 1965 and 1966, local Vietnam veterans, representatives of the local VFW, U.S. Army and U.S. Marine Corps and local politicians including Lindenhurst Mayor Michael Lavorata, Village Administrative Clerk Douglas Madlon and Assemblyman Kevin McCaffrey. 

    “We can learn from his experience lessons of bravery, determination and courage,” wrote Edward Curry, Lindenhurst High School student and editor of the school paper. “From a small-town boy to a lost memory in Lindenhurst’s history, Robert shall not be forgotten.

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  • Alexandra Wysocki, a fifth grade student at Daniel Street Elementary School in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, recently placed third in the Town of Babylon’s Veterans Awareness Week essay contest. Alexandra attended an event honoring all winners at Babylon Town Hall, during which she had the opportunity to read her winning entry. 

    “I think it is important to thank our veterans because they sacrificed their lives for us and our freedom so we should do something back to show our gratitude,” Alexandra said.

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  • The Lindenhurst Union Free School District congratulates the 2019 winners of the annual fire safety poster contest, sponsored by the Lindenhurst Fire Department. Coordinated by firefighter Sarah Callahan, the annual contest invited all elementary students to participate.

    Students were asked to eithercolor or draw a picture based on the theme of fire safety. Submissions were then judged and five winners (one per grade) from each school were chosen. To recognize these winners, the fire department traveled to each school with a fire truck and presented the winning artists with certificates of achievement. 

    This year’s winners were:

    William Rall: Kyla-Mae Kobayashi-Pelo, Illya Pauk-Paglino, Kayleigh Barth-Bressi, Dominick Bilella-Ulrich and Brian Samojedny-Scala.  

    Daniel Street: Marissa Gaulrapp, Adam Kiernozek, Vladyslav Lucha, Joel Almante and Camryn Ferriso.

    Alleghany Avenue: Stella Baumbach, Piper Ruckert, Alexandra Foltynski, Dallas Bednarik and Kaya Wagner. 

    Harding Avenue: Niko Cinque, Eamon Ryan, Narciso Cantalupo, Lili Vorndamne-Cajigal and Julianna Chambers.

    West Gates Avenue: Julia Stanton, Lenna Mikolajczyk, Analisa LoDolce, Isabella Castelli and Elisa Lin.    

    Albany Avenue: Maria Blyshchak, David Guney, Dominic DiGeronimo, Ingrid Gomez Mejia and Belle Conigliaro.

  • Please be reminded that registration is still being accepted for the SCOPE Saturday Enrichment Program at Lindenhurst Middle School. This program is available for all Lindenhurst Students in grades K through five and will run from November 9 through December 14.

    For information on the courses available please CLICK HERE or contact SCOPE at 631-360-0800 ext 133.

October 2019

  • The Lindenhurst High School marching band recently won the Group 4A USBands New York State championships at Walt Whitman High School. The band won all-caption awards for best music, best color guard, best visual, best effect and best percussion. 

    Additionally, the band took the time to visit with all seventh and eighth grade band, chorus, orchestra and dance students at Lindenhurst Middle School and provided them with a brief demonstration as well as an overview of the marching band program. 

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  • Members of a Lindenhurst High School Drawing and Painting class led by Carmela Bode, hand painted and decorated pink pumpkins that were sold at the First Company Pink’s annual Pink Pumpkin Patch at the Town of Babylon Town Hall. All proceeds from the pumpkin sales benefited the “got checked?” award winning breast health education program and “got checked?” campaign initiatives.

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  • The Bulldog community came out in full force to support the varsity football team during the annual district homecoming festivities.       

    The events began on Oct. 18 with the middle school pep rally. Student-athletes from all teams showed their Lindy Pride, donning green and white and cheering from the bleachers. The homecoming fun continued into the evening as the high school pep rally brought together all sports teams, the marching band, dance teams and the cheerleaders to further illustrate a unified Lindenhurst. To conclude the high school pep rally, homecoming queen Sofia Petri and king Eric Hines were announced to the loud applause of their fellow schoolmates. The student council and athletic department coordinated the weekend’s activities.

    The parade on Oct. 19 began at Fireman’s Park, made its way down Wellwood Avenue and ended at Lindenhurst Middle School. Each class float represented a different Disney theme park. The freshman class float reflected “Hollywood Studios,” the sophomore class depicted “Animal Kingdom” and the junior and senior classes portrayed “Epcot” and “Magic Kingdom,” respectively.

    At half time, there were special performances from the school’s marching band, color guard, cheerleading squads and dance team. At that time, it was announced that the sophomore class won the competition with their beautiful float.

    In the end, the Bulldogs reigned victorious as they beat West Islip Lions 14-0.

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  • The district’s Board of Education was recently honored by the district’s administration for their dedication and commitment to the students of Lindenhurst. Each board member was presented with a certificate of appreciation for their hard work.

    The nine Lindenhurst School District Board members voluntarily devote many hours of service to the district and are constantly striving for improvement and excellence in the district.

    Thank you to Board President Donna Hochman, Vice President Edward Langone and board trustees Linda Aniello, Mary Ellen Cunningham, Michael DiGiuseppe, Kevin Garbe, Jaquelyn Herig, Josephine Martino and Valerie McKenna.

  • Several students from Lindenhurst High School have earned Advanced Placement Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement on AP exams. The College Board recognizes several levels of achievement based on students’ performance on these exams.

    The following students qualified for the AP Scholar Award by completing three or more AP exams with scores of 3 or higher: Adrian Bak (’21), Grace Barbara (’21), Ivan Betsko (’21), Connor Colford (’21), Robert Hager (’21), Andrew Ingles (’21), Dina McGinley (’21), Julia Orzechowska (’21), Brooklyn Ratel (’21), Nicole Stango (’21), Matthew Aydin (’20), Kaya Baldyga (’20), Kaylie Barrett (’20), Emily Bridglall (’20), Eric Dattalo (’20), Rachel Hanna (’20), Vanessa Igras (’20), Hope Li (’20), Alexander Mendez (’20), Dominic Merchelski (’20), Joseph Meyer (’20), Nathalia Rodriguez (’20), Noah Sherman (’20), Gianna Valela (’20), Taryn Zdenek(’20), Lily Barbara (’19), Michael Bradley (’19), Michael Cagigas (’19), Christina Columbo (’19), Dylan Craker (’19), Jonathan Crawford (’19), Yordano Gallipoli (’19), Kevin Gao (’19), Alex Garofalo (’19), Paige Gorman (’19), Katarina Henselder (’19), Aleah Irizarry (’19), Zain Jamil (’19), Maria John (’19), Joseph Leone (’19), Sandra Lesniewski (’19), Arianna Liebowitz (’19), Olivia Martone (’19), Darian Nusser (’19), Lilly O’Doherty (’19), Frank Orlando (’19), Monika Orzelowski (’19), Gizem Ozturk (’19), Kyra Pontecorvo (’19), Kayla Probst (’19), Joseph Rossiello (’19), Kayla Schmidt (’19), Novneet Singh (’19), Kasia Smolinski (’19), Dana Storm (’19), Danielle Swinick (’19), John Walter (’19), Marta Wiszowata (’19) and Karina Zavala (’19).

    These students qualified for the Advanced Placement Scholar with Honors Award by earning 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: London Emmerich (’20), Evan Fierro (’20), Sara Jablonska (’20), Jenna Johnson (’20), Naomi Layne (’20), Gabrielle Prevetti (’20), Luke Savinetti (’20), Nicolette Vita (’20), Emeli Argueta Martinez (’19), Arissa Chang (’19), Julia DiOrio (’19), Bohdan Fostakovskyy (’19), Jack Frischkorn (’19), Paul Henselder (’19), Cassandra Kulish (’19), Aaron Liebowitz (’19), Kimmarie Mccrann (’19) and Nicole Zielinski (’19).

    Peter Danaher (’20), John Ertle (’20), Stanley Guo (’20), Anthony Lindemann (’20), Forrest McMann (’20), Patryk Pszeniczny (’20), Jacob Santha (’20), Veronica Szygalowicz (’20), Victoria Boczon (’19), Kiernan Boettcher (’19), Cesar Bravo (’19), Timothy Cotroneo (’19), Lauren Dawnkaski (’19), Robert Fischer (’19), Nicholas Fleury (’19), Kayla Gretes (’19), Joseph Grogan (’19), Nicholas Hager (’19), Nicole Hayden (’19), Jenna Hoogervorst (’19), Shimiao Huang (’19), Jacqueline Kalish (’19), Efrain Laguna-Lopez (’19), Sabrina Lound (’19), Samantha Lound (’19), Mark McHugh (’19), Connor Miller (’19), Ethan Peralta (’19), Eric Pisowacki (’19), Adam Quintanilla (’19), Michael Rivera (’19), Ryan Stempel (’19), Hisham Tadfie (’19), Robert Tringone (’19) have qualified for the Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction Award 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.

    Joseph Grogan (’19), Nicholas Hager (’19), Shimiao Huang (’19), Samantha Lound (’19), Hisham Tadfie (’19) have qualified as National AP Scholars by receiving 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.

    The district congratulates all of these talented students.

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  • Join SEPTA for its Family Movie Night on Friday, Nov. 1. CLICK HERE for more information.

  • The Lindenhurst High School National Art Honor Society is raising funds for Wreaths Across America. A wreath can be sponsored for $15 and will be designated to a fallen soldier.  

    All orders can be made through Wreaths Across America-NY0088P. The following ID numbers are required on each order so that the wreaths will be delivered to the Long Island National Cemetery on Wellwood Avenue. The Location ID number is NYLINC and the Group ID number is NY008P. Orders will be taken until Nov. 15.             

    On Dec.14, National Wreaths Across America Day, the members of the class will place the sponsored wreaths on the graves of the fallen soldiers, as will numerous volunteers throughout the country. In honor of Veterans Day, everyone is encouraged to sponsor at least one wreath so as to demonstrate their gratitude to the fallen heroes.This is the fifth year that Lindenhurst High School students have supported the cause. Last year, 220 wreaths were sponsored. This year they are hoping to surpass that impressive number. All are encouraged to show their support. 

    CLICK HERE to sponsor a wreath.

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  • District athletic teams, coaches, administrators and community members, along with local and state politicians, joined members of the Renna family at the 13th annual Christina Renna Foundation Walk-A-Thon and Blood Drive held at Lindenhurst Middle School.

    Christina, a former student of the Lindenhurst School District, was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare form of cancer, and passed away in 2007. The walk supports the Christina Renna Foundation goal of  “supporting children's cancer research and increasing the levels of awareness and education through the support of cancer groups and outreach programs for the direct support of those in need,” as stated on the website, www.crf4acure.org. All money raised will benefit children’s cancer research at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. 

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  • Lindenhurst High School seniors Peter Danaher and John Ertle were recognized as Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Program. The students entered the 2020 National Merit Program by taking the 2018 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). This is an honor bestowed upon students who have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success.  

    Peter and John were presented with a Letter of Commendation from the school and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation, which conducts the program.

    “Those being named Commended Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success,” commented a spokesperson for the NMSC. “These students represent a valuable national resource; recognizing their accomplishments, as well as the key role their schools play in their academic development, is vital to the advancement of educational excellence in our nation. We hope that this recognition will help broaden their educational opportunities and encourage them as they continue their pursuit of academic success.” 

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September 2019

  • Community relations specialist for the Long Island Rail Road, Chrisann Fabio, was recently welcomed to speak to students in grades kindergarten through five at Daniel Street Elementary School.  

    Fabio spoke as a representative of the Operation Lifesaver program which provides age-appropriate railroad safety education to students across Long Island. During her visit, she shared with younger students the rules of railroad safety with the help of the program’s mascots, Sly Fox and Birdie. Older students explored facts about trains as well as the dangers of trespassing and track safety. 

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  • High School senior Veronica Szygalowicz was recognized as a semifinalist in the 65th annual National Merit Scholarship Program. Veronica was entered into the National Merit Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) and now has an opportunity to continue in the competition for one of 7,600 National Merit Scholarship awards that will be offered next spring, totaling approximately $31 million.

    “My parents have always taught me the importance of hard work and discipline, and my entire family has supported me in all of my endeavors,” said Veronica. “I think this academic success has a lot to do with that, coupled with the fact that I am an intrinsically motivated person who likes to challenge myself and who has been fortunate to have many wonderful teachers in my life along the way. I am grateful to them all and grateful for this opportunity to advance.”

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  • Below are the documents needed for the 2018-19 PTA Presidential Service Awards program. 

    Please note that submissions are to be made no later than Friday, September 13, 2019.

  • Incoming sixth-grade students experienced their first taste of Lindy Pride as they attended orientation at Lindenhurst Middle School held on Aug. 27 and 28. The students and parents were invited to roam the halls so as to familiarize themselves with the layout of their new school.

    Principal Frank Naccarato gave a presentation in which he reviewed the school’s policies and expectations of the incoming class. Dr. Ailene Cavaliere, coordinator of instructional technology and chief information officer, also joined Mr. Naccarato at the podium and the two explained the details of the district’s 1:1 Chromebook initiative.

    Upon the conclusion of Mr. Naccarato’s presentation, the students and parents dispersed to enjoy a bagel breakfast provided by the school’s PTA and to participate in guided tours led by members of the school’s National Junior Honor Society.

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  • On Aug. 29, the halls of the Lindenhurst High School were filled with the members of the Class of 2023 who were familiarizing themselves with their new surroundings during the annual ninth-grade orientation.

    Principal Dr. Candice Brodie introduced herself and welcomed the incoming class and their parents. Members of the Peer Leadership group offered their advise to the incoming class and adviser William McGroary addressed the class and informed them that the members of the Peer Leadership class were on hand to assist and give tours, advice and moral support to incoming students.

    Also, addressing the class were freshmen class advisers Sara McGuire and Rhonda Matera, Director of Guidance Andrea Judge, Master Sargent Magdolna Resker of the school’s Marine Corps JROTC leadership class and Ninth Grade Assistant Principal Matthew Boccanfuso who discussed expectations, policies and some of the opportunities available to the new students. 

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  • The sun was shining and so were the smiles on the faces of the staff and students of the Lindenhurst  who returned for the first day of school on Sept. 4.

    The day was not only the start of a new academic year, but for many in the district, it was the start of a new chapter of their lives. Kindergarten students entered classrooms for the first time, leaving behind the security of their parents. Sixth-graders entered the middle school and were introduced to the idea of changing classes and getting lockers. Ninth-grade students officially became “high-schoolers” and the 12th-graders experienced the last “first day” of their Lindenhurst education.

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  • Pool passes are now available for purchase on MySchoolBucks. The elementary swim lesson registration is Sept 7 at 8 am outside the HS pool. The cost is $50-check or money order. The times are 9:30, 10:15, 11:00 and 11:45.

August 2019

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  • It has been brought to the attention of the district's communications department that a production glitch in the printing of the 2019-2020 district calendars has resulted in their delayed delivery. 

    We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you. Below, you will find a pdf of the 2019-20 District Calendar for your review.

    2019-20 Lindenhurst Union Free School District Calendar

  • Please be advised that there have been changes made to the zero-period middle school bus runs. CLICK HERE to review the revised routes. Zero-period will begin on Sept. 9,2019. 

July 2019

  • The A.R.M.S. program of Lindenhurst Senior High School has compiled a number of backpacks complete with school supplies to be donated to families within the community who are in need of the support. Please note, supplies are received as donations and may be gently used.

    If you are interested in receiving school supplies for your child or in donating supplies to the program, please contact Danielle Bottachiari at dbottachiari@lufsd.org or Christine Sanfratello at csanfratello@lufsd.org no later then August 16th.

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  • During the organizational meeting, the Lindenhurst Union Free School District Board of Education installed its officers for the 2019-2020 school year.

    Sworn in were trustees Linda Aniello and Edward Langone, district treasurer Zachary Nyberg, District Clerk Donna Milone and Superintendent of Schools Daniel E. Giordano.

    Donna Hochman was reinstalled as president of the board while Edward Langone was newly named vice president.

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June 2019

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  • The Lindenhurst Board of Education Community Forum on June 12, held at the McKenna Administration Building was a busy evening. Amid the newly decorated student art displays in the building’s All-Purpose room, several awards and recognitions were presented.  

    The Pride of Lindenhurst Award is presented annually in several categories by the members of the Board of Education in recognition of an outstanding contribution that inspires pride in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District. This year’s Pride of Lindenhurst in the community category was given to Mr. Gerard Sherlock who has spent over 20 years serving the children of Lindenhurst through the Lindenhurst National Little League Association.

    Sue Gorman, Office Assistant in the district’s Special Education Department, was recognized as the staff recipient of the prestigious award for the over 20 years of hard work and dedication she has put forth on behalf of the district’s students.

    Also recognized with a Pride of Lindenhurst Award, were the members of the Harding Avenue Book Cafe, who recently raised $1200 for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

    CLICK HERE to review a video of the students' 'Lemonade War' success.

    During the meeting, the Miller family, of Restoration Kitchen and Cocktails in Lindenhurst was recognized with the Yale Award and Lindenhurst High School Teacher and Student Council Advisor Megan Scharf, received the Harvard Award.

    Additionally, several teachers received tenure and approximately 85 Lindenhurst High School students were recognized for obtaining the New York State Seal of Biliteracy. The seal was established to recognize 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. 

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  • Dear West Gates First Grade Parents,

    Due to the inclement weather predicted for tomorrow, June 13, we have rescheduled our trip to Fireman’s Park to Friday, June 21 from 9:30am to 12:00pm.

    Thank you.

    Sincerely,
    The First Grade Teachers

  • The district is proud to report that it has established a stable, positive financial position, enabling the Moody’s Investors Service to grant the district an Aa2 Moody’s rating, raising the district’s credit score.

    “The benefit of this upgrade is that Lindenhurst will now be able to secure any required financing, such as Tax Anticipation Notes (TANs), at more favorable (e.g. lower) rates and can also issue bonds at lower coupon rates resulting in a decrease in interest charges,” said Assistant Superintendent for Business, Dr. Grace Chan.

    According to Moody’s, the Aa2 rating “is driven by the Lindenhurst UFSD’s strong operating performance and multi-year trend of positive tax base growth, which have collectively strengthened the district’s credit profile to a level sufficient for the higher rating category.”  

    CLICK HERE to review a Press Release regarding Moody's upgrade of Lindenhurst UFSD's (NY) GO bonds to Aa2.

    CLICK HERE for information regarding Update to credit analysis following upgrade to Aa2.

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  • Summer Swim Registration is Thursday, June 27 at 6PM outside the pool. The cost is $50- check or money order. The sessions are July 8, July 22 and August 5.

    The times are 9 AM, 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM and 11:15 AM.

    Thank You!

  • As the end of the school year is approaching, we would like to remind elementary parents that the last 3 days of school, June 24th, June 25th, and June 26th are half days for students.  Students will be dismissed at noon.  SCOPE will open their after school program beginning at noon and run until their regularly scheduled closing time.  

    If you would like your child to attend the extended day after school program with SCOPE, you must contact them directly to notify them.  Otherwise, students will be dismissed directly after school.

  • Lindenhurst Middle School students explored the world from their very own school’s gymnasium during the school’s 15th annual International Day. In small teams of two or three, approximately 300 middle school seventh and eighth graders, and sixth graders in a foreign language club, set up booths that detailed different countries around the world. Students displayed photos and memorabilia as well as served traditional foods from the countries they researched. They also played music native to these countries. Throughout the day, votes were cast and students were selected as the winner of various categories. 

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  • CLICK HERE to review the May edition of the MyLindy E-Newsletter.

May 2019

  • Approximately 85 students of the Adelphi Physical Education class at Lindenhurst High School recently took part in the 13th annual Bulldog Triathlon. The race consisted of an eight-lap, half-mile swim, followed by a five-mile bike ride and a two-mile run.

    Greyson Sladic and Veronica Szygalowicz were the first male and female competitors to cross the finish line, with their impressive respective times of 31.46 and 39.09.   

    The first 10 students to complete the event overall were as follows:

    Greyson Sladic – 31.46

    Tyler Purdy – 36.43

    Frank Orlando – 37.13

    Matt Pedone – 37.28

    Will Ruckert – 37.55

    Veronica Szygalowicz – 39.03

    Leo Cabrera – 39.08

    Austin Martinez – 39.14

    Mick Buckley – 39.37

    Rob Wetter – 39. 52a 

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  • Dear Parents,

    I was informed late last night that a crossing guard employed by the Suffolk County Police Department and assigned to our school district – specifically an intersection within the boundary of Alleghany Avenue Elementary School – has been arrested for forcibly touching and endangering the welfare of a 15-year-old girl.  

    The crossing guard in question has been removed from our district, as the safety, security and well-being of our students is the district’s top priority.  

    Suffolk County Police have requested that anyone with information about this case or knowledge of any other potential victims, contact them at 631-854-8152 or 1-800-220-TIPS.  

    Thank you for your attention.  

    Sincerely,

    Dan Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • To the Lindenhurst School Community,              

    Each year we are required to build days into the school calendar for the potential closing of schools due to inclement weather.            

    As we have been fortunate to not utilize any inclement weather days, schools will be closed on Thursday, May 23.            

    Enjoy the extra day with your families, and we look forward to seeing our students and staff back in school on May 28.  

    Sincerely,      

    Daniel E. Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools

  • With the current assessed value of your home, you may CLICK HERE on the Property Tax Calculator to estimate how your school taxes may have changed from last year to this year.
    Your home's assessed value is a 4 or 5 digit number that represents a percentage of your home’s fair market value. This can be located on the bottom of your tax bill in the section entitled Tax Details. Find the line labeled "Description" School District - Lindenhurst, and under the "Taxable" column you will find your 4-or-5-digit assessed value.
    Additionally, you could obtain your assessed value on the Town of Babylon website by CLICKING HERE.
    * Please note that the calculation is an estimate using the same assessed value for the 2018-19 and 2019-20 years.
    ** This estimator does not include exemptions for which you may qualify, such as Basic or Enhanced STAR, or the exemptions that are available to veterans, persons with disabilities and limited income, volunteer firefighters, ambulance workers, and senior citizens.
    *** It is also based on an estimate of what the district's assessed value and legislative based proportions will be for the 2019-20 school year. The final figures will not be available until later in 2019.
    **** Not all taxpayers will receive the same percentage increase or decrease, nor will they all equal the percentage increase that the district's estimated to increase by. Percentage increases and decreases are property specific, and depend on the value of each individual parcel of property.


    Con el valor actual evalucion de su propio casa, puede hacer CLIC AQUI en la calculadora de impuestos de propiedad para estimar  como sus impuestos escolar pueden han cambiado desde ano pasado hasta este ano. 
    El valor estimado de su casa es un numero de 4 o 5 digitos que representa un porcentaje de valor justo de mercado de su casa. Esto se puede encontrar en la parte inferior de su fractura de impuestos en la seccion titulado detalles de impuestos encuentre la linea denominada “descripcion” del distrito escolar de Lindenhurst y en la columna “imponible” encontrara su valor estimado de 4 o 5 digitos.  
    Adicionalmente, puede obtener su valor estimado en el sitio web de Town of Babylon haciendo CLIC AQUI.
    * Tenga en cuenta que el calculo es una estimacion que utiliza el mismo valor evaluado para los anos 2018-19 y 2019-20.
    ** Este estimador no incluye las exenciones  para los que calificar, como una  basica o STAR mejorada, o las exenciones que estan disponibles para veteranos, personas con discapacidades y ingresos limitados, bomberos voluntarios, trabajores de ambulancia, y personas mayores. 
    *** Tambien si basa en una estimacion de cual sera el valor evaluada del distrito y las proporciones basadas en la legislacion para el ano escolar 2019-20. Las cifras finales no estaran disponibles hasta final de 2019. 
    **** No todos las contribuyentes recibiran el mismo porcentaje de aumento o disminucion, ni tampoco seran todos iguales al aumento porcentual que el distrito se estima que aumento en. Porcentaje aumento o disminucion  son especifios de cada propiedad y dependen el valor de cada parcela individual de propiedad. 

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  • Just Kids, located at the Kellum Street School, is offering limited scholarships for general education children residing within the Lindenhurst School District to attend their preschool program beginning September 2019.

    Three-year-old classes will meet either from 8:30-11 a.m. (morning session) or 12-2:30 p.m. (afternoon session). 

    Four-year-old classes are only offered full-day and will be held from 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. 

    Please note that snacks/lunch will NOT be provided to the students and will be the responsibility of the parents. Parents must also provide transportation. Proof of residency must be provided to Just Kids upon acceptance into the program.Each class will consist of 18 students: nine general education and nine special education. One general education teacher and one special education teacher will co-teach classes, with an aide in each classroom.

    The program utilizes the Creative Curriculum that emphasizes academic readiness skills and social skills.Students entering the program in September 2019 must reach the age(s) of 3 or 4 by Dec. 1, 2019. Parents must provide birth certificate and proof of residency, and all students need a physical exam prior to beginning the program.

    A lottery will be held to select the students to be offered scholarships. If your child is receiving special education services, he/she is not eligible for this scholarship. The lottery is NOT conducted on a first come, first serve basis.

    Applications may be obtained by clicking the links below, or at the McKenna Administration Building. 

    Applications must be post marked NO LATER THAN Friday, May 24, 2019 to the address below:

    Lisa M. Omeis, Ed.D

    Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Curriculum and InstructionLindenhurst Union Free School District

    350 Daniel St.Lindenhurst, New York 11757 

    For questions, please call 631-867-3087.

    ​SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS:

    3-Year-Old Preschool Scholarship Application

    4-Year-Old Preschool Scholarship Application 

April 2019

  • Second grade students at West Gates Avenue Elementary School had the opportunity to experience marine life from the comfort of their classroom. Representatives from the Cornell Cooperative Extensions of Suffolk County brought the beach to the classroom through the Seashore Safari and Marine Reptiles and Their Land Buddies programs. Students were given hands on experience with local marine life and taught fun facts about each creature. Students explored seashore safari animals including hermit crabs, clams, mussels, oysters and a horseshoe crab, before switching classes to study a bearded dragon, leopard gecko, a diamond back terrapin and two snakes; a ball python and a corn snake.            

    Students who enjoyed the experience could further their understanding of the subject by visiting the programs website at www.SeaExplorersMarineCamp.com.  

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  • Seventh grade students in Sean Mcgevna’s art class at the Lindenhurst Middle School recently enjoyed a visit from portrait artist Gary Long. Long is a retired art teacher from NYC, who currently teaches and exhibits as a full-time professional artist on the east end.  During his visit he explored with students the mindfulness of portraiture and the ability to render a human face with a true "likeness." Long shared with students the “four valuable conceptual aids using the sight-size method of drawing/painting” which establish the foundation for accurate drawing. He encouraged students to train their sense organs to see things as they really are and shared examples of his work.            

    “When you are emotionally energized by something, there is nothing stoping you,” said Long. “You are only held back by you.”

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  • CLICK HERE to review the April edition of the MyLindy E-Newsletter.

  • Students selected for the All-Lindy performance groups held the annual All-Lindy Concert and showcased their skills and dedication to their love of music.

    To kick off the evening, teacher Andrew Kuftack directed the All-Lindy jazz band as they performed Cab Calloway and Irving Mills’ “Minnie the Moocher,” and “Moanin’” by Bonny Timmons.

    Paul Cronin then led the All-Lindy orchestra, as they performed Robert S. Frost’s “Echoes,” Bob Phillips’s “March of the Mathemagicians,” Stephen Sailer’s “Concert Fanfare” and “D String Boogie” by Michael Sweeney.

    The All-Lindy chorus, led by director Kathleen Reilly, serenaded the crowd with several entertaining selections including “O Wind” by Mary Lynn Lightfoot, “My Music” by Audrey Snyder, “When I Close My Eyes,” by Jim Papoulis and the familiar “Hallelujah,” arranged by Roger Emerson.

    The All-Lindy band, under the direction of Samantha Stainkamp, closed out the evening with performances of “Courtly Dance and Procession” by Brian Balmages, “Snakebite!” by James Conaway, “Bluesville,” by Eric Osterling and Johannes Brahms, “Finale from Symphony No. 1,” arranged by Timothy Johnson.

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  • Second grade students at West Gates Avenue Elementary School recently held their annual Wax Museums of historical figures. Upon reading biographies and researching figures throughout history, the students created reports and biographical tri-folds. Students then dressed the part and hosted an exhibit for their parents and peers.    

    Students took on the role of historical figures such as Amelia Earhart, Abraham Lincoln and Benjamin Franklin; sports figures, such as Babe Ruth and Bethany Hamilton; and others, including Dr. Seuss, Walt Disney, Michael Jackson, Jane Goodall and Georgia O’Keefe.

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  • Dear Members of the Lindenhurst Community,              

    Spring is a time often associated with growth and beauty. While we must contend with the dreariness of the occasional spring storm, we know that if we are patient, something beautiful will come from it.            

    At the district level, we place great emphasis on social and emotional learning, being an up-stander and not a bystander, and the fact that every student has the right to learn in a comfortable and supportive environment. But we are only one piece of the puzzle. If we are to truly reinforce these values and strengthen the character of our community, it is imperative that we continue to work together and be the example of the actions we expect of others. Together we have the power to grow something beautiful. Individually, we have the power help others in the community weather their storms.            

    As we head into the spring break session, I encourage families to have reflective conversations about how the year has gone so far. Has it been a time for growth and beauty? Or have certain choices and actions resulted in stormy weather for them or others around them?            

    In this digital age it has become easier for people to forget that all of the choices and actions we make create a domino effect and touch the lives of so many others. Something as simple as a repeated rumor, a “liked” comment on social media, or someone laughing at a joke made at someone else’s expense could have truly negative impacts on a person’s life.  From behind a screen, one can feel distanced from the emotional impacts of such decisions, which is why it is so important that we continue to treat others the way we wish to be treated – with kindness, thoughtfulness and respect.            

    As you share this time off with your community of friends and family, I want to remind you that, together, we make up a wonderful community. One that takes great pride in the way in which we demonstrate support. As a community of learners, staff and parents/guardians, we proudly support our teams, our students and our neighbors in crisis. We do this every day in so many little ways, like when we decide to talk to the person who is sitting alone, or when we choose to not share the gossip or believe in rumors that someone else has shared. While these seem like insignificant actions, I assure you that they have huge implications on the lives of people they impact – the lives of people in our community. People just like you and me.            

    I hope you enjoy the time off and soak in all of the beauty of this season as you reflect on these words. Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership in education.  

    Sincerely,     

    Daniel E. Giordano

    Superintendent of Schools  

  • In recognition of National Nutrition Month, students of Daniel Street Elementary School took part in the annual “Eat The Rainbow” Week. Each year the school encourages students to make healthy eating choices by wearing a designated color for each day of the week and exploring nutritional tips and food selections for fruits and vegetables that reflect that day’s color. Additionally, students sing songs and submit jokes about the various fruits and vegetables that are read aloud during the morning announcements.            

    This year, Lindenhurst Mayor Michael Lavorata, presented the students of Daniel Street Elementary School with an official proclamation declaring the last week in March as “Eat the Rainbow Week” in Lindenhurst going forward.            

    “It is good to have a week like this,” said second-grader Jenna Zadik. “It gets you to eat colorful food and then you will stay healthy and not get cavities too.” 

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  • Fifth grade students of West Gates Elementary School recently participated in the “Trial of Goldilocks,” a curriculum-based cultural arts program written and directed by Hofstra law professor Glen Vogel. The program introduces students to the basic elements of the legal system, strengthens developing skills such as higher order thinking, sequencing and public speaking and improves the students reading and writing skills. After a series of push-in lessons and preparation, the students, donned the costumes of familiar fairy tale characters and took to the courtroom, a gymnasium in which they acted out a scene in which Goldilocks is on trial, charged with criminal mischief, trespassing and petit larceny.

    The judge, a member of the West Gates staff, and members of the fourth-grade jury heard evidence from the prosecution and defense and delivered a verdict.

    “This was a good way to learn because it gave us a better understanding of how the court system works,” said student Aleena Pawa, who played the part of the attorney for the prosecution. “We had to ask reasonable questions. It was realistic and a lot of fun.”

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  • Throughout the Lindenhurst Union Free School District, staff and students demonstrated their support of World Autism Awareness Day on April 2 by taking part in the Autism Speaks “Light It Up Blue” campaign wearing blue. This topic is of great importance to the district, which has had an applied behavior analyst program in place for more than 20 years. 

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  • To the Lindenhurst School Community,

    As you know, each year we are required to build days into the school calendar for the potential closing of schools due to inclement weather.

    To date, we have been fortunate to not utilize any inclement weather days; therefore, schools will be closed on Monday, April 29.

    In the event that going forward, there is no inclement weather resulting in a school closure, schools would also be closed on Thursday, May 23. You will be informed as to whether or not the district will be closed on May 23, as we near the date.

    Enjoy the extra day with your families, and we look forward to seeing our students and staff back in school on April 30.

March 2019

  • This is a reminder that registration for the SCOPE pre-k program which will be housed at EW Bower School starting this fall is currently open. Half day and extended day classes are available. For information, please contact SCOPE at 631-360-0800 or CLICK HERE for the SCOPE Information page.

    CLICK HERE FOR SCOPE PRE-K PROGRAM INFORMATIONAL FLYER.

  • CLICK HERE to review information regarding the inaugural LUFSD Hosted Trade Fair on April 10, 2019 from 5-8pm and housed at Lindenhurst High School, 300 Charles Street, Lindenhurst.

  • To culminate a unit on the Civil War, fifth-graders at Harding Avenue Elementary School dressed up as Civil War characters as part of a “wax museum.” Students in Ginamarie Krumholz and Melanie Inzirillo classes worked together to research important figures from the Civil War, as well as, various battles and their locations, using their Chromebooks in class.                    

    Classes throughout the school took turns visiting the museum. As they passed through the exhibit, which included student-painted backdrops, visiting students were encouraged to push a student made “button” to hear a brief presentation including historical facts surrounding each of the figures.             

    Additionally, the fifth-grade students donning historical attire, presented brief skits before an audience of parents and guardians in which they introduced their character and shared their role in the civil war.

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  • Lindenhurst High School has announced the top 20 students of the Class of 2019. These elite students are to be commended for their dedication, effort and perseverance:  

    Nicholas Hager, valedictorian

    Joseph Grogan, salutatorian

    Samantha Lound

    Cesar Bravo

    Nicholas Fleury

    Sabrina Lound

    Adam Quintanilla

    Hisham Tadfie

    Monika Orzelowski

    Nadiya Dzhavala

    Kyra Pontecorvo

    Vincent Smith

    Sandra Lesniewski

    Julia Di Orio

    Dana Storm

    Ethan Peralta

    Efrain Laguna

    Shimiao Huang

    Lauren Dawnkaski

    Jacqueline Kalish

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  • Students throughout the district celebrated national Read Across in myriad ways. The day honors the birthday of the late Dr. Seuss, author of many famous children’s books including “Horton Hears A Who!,” “The Cat in the Hat!” and “There’s a Wocket in My Pocket!”

    Lindenhurst High School student council members recently organized an event in which high school students volunteered to visit the district’s elementary schools and read to the young students. Additionally, they shared Seuss-themed stickers, bookmarks and word searches with classes and gave each student in the class a certificate of participation in the day.

    At Lindenhurst Middle School, many teachers served as guest readers and acted out various stories, essays and poems throughout the day for students. A variety of Dr. Seuss books were read, along with other selections. Additionally, seventh-grade students in the Family and Consumer Science classes prepared Green Eggs and Ham.

    Students in Lisa Cognato’s first-grade class at Albany Avenue celebrated the author through a series of academic Seuss-themed centers to reinforce skills such as comparing and contrasting, writing number sentences and solving problems, and following directions. At the end of the day, students enjoyed a special “Thing One and Thing Two” treat. 

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February 2019

  • As you know, today’s students have access to a multitude of educational technologies that allow them to expand upon their learning. However, despite their many benefits, it is important to be aware of the potentially harmful influences that may also accompany such advancements.

    Most recently, the district was made aware of an online challenge referred to as the “Momo Challenge.” This “game” has been discovered on various electronic outlets.

    The game targets young adults and children as they are navigating sites such as YouTube and YouTube Kids.  Pop-up videos involving a character called Momo interrupt age-appropriate games. Momo encourages viewers to participate in a game by texting a number into an app and then completing a series of bizarre and dangerous tasks that are texted back to them.

    The longer the viewer “plays” with Momo, the challenges increase in frequency, severity and danger. It has been reported that the final challenge includes the horrifying directive to take one’s own life.

    To date, there have been no reports of a Lindenhurst student participating in such activity. I feel, however, that in our effort to ensure the safety of our students, it is imperative to inform the community of the challenge, which has been garnering the attention of schools and parents on a regional and national level.

    As always, the district remains committed to providing students with information about the dangers such behaviors and programs can have, while also promoting ways to proactively stay safe online. Additionally, the Internet filtering services, in district, aim to block access to such sites on district devices.

    I encourage you to take time to speak with your child on this topic and remind you of the importance to remain vigilant to your child’s technological activity and know what sites they are visiting and the apps they are downloading.

    Thank you for your continued partnership in education.

  • PLEASE BE ADVISED THIS MESSAGE IS FOR PARENTS OF FIFTH-GRADE STUDENTS ONLY!

    Our music and dance teachers are in the process of placing our Grade 5 students in an appropriate music and/or dance class in the sixth grade. Those students who are currently members of the performing ensemble(s) at each of the elementary schools and who have demonstrated the necessary maturity, commitment and musical growth needed to continue their musical enrichment, can continue in their CURRENT ensemble(s) at the Middle School (band or orchestra, and chorus).

    In addition, we now offer our dance program to students in 6th grade. Students involved in a musical group may elect to take dance as they occur on different days of the week.  

    Ensembles (band, orchestra, chorus, and dance) meet two to three times a week zero period (7:20am-8:00am) and musical ensembles (band, orchestra, and chorus) include a weekly group rotating lesson during the school day.   Transportation is provided to those students who qualify for bussing.  

    Please CLICK HERE to fill out the Google form needed to indicate your child’s choice(s) in the performing arts in Middle School by Friday, March 8, 2019.    

    If you have any questions or concerns regarding your child’s preference(s) in Middle School, please contact me in the Office of Fine and Performing Arts at (631) 867-3135, or send an email to jtrapani@lindenhurstschools.org.  

    We look forward to continuing to provide your children with an outstanding music, art, and dance program in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District.

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  • Members of the Lindenhurst school community were invited to celebrate diversity during the International Club’s seventh annual International Festival. The evening consisted of a series of student performances of traditional songs and dances reflecting myriad cultures including Italian, Ukrainian, Irish and Hispanic. Flags from around the world were proudly displayed during the Parade of Flags.  Also performing that evening were hip-hop dance group, "The Crazy Natives," who most recently shared their talents on Broadway in New York City.          

    Attendees enjoyed the international cuisine provided and took part in a basket raffle. 

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  • Throughout the district, students at the elementary level recognized the 100th day of school as a major milestone. Students read books about the 100th day of school, took part in myriad 100th day activities. Some activities included exercising by taking 100 steps down the hall, creating projects made from 100 items. In some cases students even dressed as 100-year-olds.

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  • While many schools celebrate the 100th day of school, first-grade students at Daniel Street Elementary School took a different approach and honored the 101st full day of school as well. The day was marked with a celebration in which students, donning black and white to pay homage to Disney’s “101 Dalmatians,” worked diligently at Dalmatian-themed English language arts and mathematics centers. Centers included activities such as creative writing, a number search and the construction of their very own Dalmatian with 101 spots.

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  • LEGAL NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to section 466-c of the Real Property Tax Law of the State of New York, entitled “Volunteer Firefighters and Volunteer Ambulance Workers Exemption,” the Board of Education of Lindenhurst Union Free School District will hold a public hearing on Wed., Mar. 6 at 8 p.m. at the McKenna Administration Building, 350 Daniel Street, Lindenhurst, NY 11757. The purpose of this public hearing is to hear all interested parties and citizens regarding the proposed adoption of the resolution authorizing in part the aforementioned Exemption (along with such exemption for un-remarried spouses of Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers as well).  This resolution authorizes an exemption of school taxes for Volunteer Firefighters and Ambulance Workers or their surviving spouses, as provided for in Real Property Tax Law Sections 466-c and 466-h. The adoption of such a resolution will likely result in a tax shift to those individuals not entitled to this exemption.  Upon the conclusion of this public hearing, the Board of Education intends to vote on the proposed resolution.  Said hearing may be adjourned from time to time as necessary.

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  • Robin Cahill’s Albany Avenue Elementary School fifth-graders, together with the members of the school’s Compact committee, organized a “Souper Bowl” food drive event to benefit the Long Island Cares food Pantry in Lindenhurst. The mission was to capitalize on the Super Bowl weekend to help fight hunger and poverty in the community. During the course of five days, the students collected more than 1,400 donations of canned soups from the student body and members of staff.            

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  • Fourth- and fifth-grade students of Albany Avenue Elementary School recently explored the writing process with S.G. Taylor, author of the “The Watchers of the Time” book series. Taylor shared with the students some of the history of Oyster Bay and the Culper Spy Ring. He discussed how important the ring was to George Washington’s success and explored the “domino effect of history.” “The events of the past shape who we are today,” said Taylor.                 

    Taylor read a selection from “The Ghosts of Raynham Hall” and answered students’ questions about his book, the history of Long Island and the writing process in general.

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January 2019

  • Albany Avenue Elementary School has received a grant for its kindergarten students from the Long Island Language Arts Council, “Plant a Library, Grow a Reader.”

    To encourage a love of reading by “growing their own library,” each kindergarten student was presented with a book basket and selected two books of their choosing from the books provided by the grant and the administration. The young students will continue to choose a new book each month to grow their home libraries and foster a love of reading.

    When asked why she thought this was a good thing for her class, kindergartener Maria said, “It is very good because if you have more books, you’ll read more.”

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  • Attention all Lindenhurst High School seniors!

    Please be advised that the local scholarship bulletin is now available.

    Please CLICK HERE to access the bulletin online.

    All applications are due March 1, 2019.

    Please be advised that all applications must be typed with the exception of signatures, which are to be hand-written in ink.

  • On Jan. 18 and 19, the Lindenhurst High School Thespian Troupe performed its winter musical with a production of “The Sound of Music” under the guest direction of Levittown teacher Paige Hardison.            

    The show, based on the 1959 stage musical and the popular 1965 movie starring Julie Andrews, tells the story of Maria (Kyara Dunleavy), a young woman who leaves an Austrian convent and cares for the seven children of Navy Captain George Von Trapp (Russell Ward), Liesl (Jacqueline Lawrence), Louisa (Sophia Raimondi), Friedrich (Brian Huggins), Kurt (Ryan Rodriguez), Brigitta (Brittany Parsons), Marta (Alexandra Wysocki) and Gretl (Ashley Hanson). Using kindness and patience, Maria taught the Von Trapp family about music, love and how courage and faith can help them overcome hardship.            

    The school’s orchestra, led by director Kevin Pike, along with musical director, Philip Ricciardi, performed familiar tunes such as “Do-Re-Mi,” “My Favorite Things” and “Climb Ev’ry Mountain” with great talent while the stage and lighting crews set the stage for wonderful performances and choreography.

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  • Lindenhurst’s Harding Avenue Elementary School teacher, Jeanette Walsh, was recently recognized by the Association of Suffolk Supervisors for Educational Technologies as a Bright Light Award recipient. The Bright Light award recognizes educators who integrate technology into the lessons and create an excellent learning experience for students.            

    “Jeannette Walsh effectively integrates technology not only in her classroom, but in her after school club, the Book Café, to the parents of her students and through sharing her innovative ideas to her colleagues,” said Principal Brian Chamberlin. “Her tireless work allows her colleagues, parents and administrators to reinforce critical reading skills through the use of technology. Her use of technology allows her to gear her instruction to meet the individual needs of each of her learners. She makes her reading activities more exploratory, interactive and visual to meet the needs of all of her learners.”              

    The district is honored to recognize Ms. Walsh as an ASSET “Bright Light” recipient.

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  • Join SEPTA for its Family Movie Night on Friday, February 1! Please see the attached flyer for more information.

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  • This district and community have a reputation of being altruistic and this quality is what helps to make Lindenhurst such a great place to work and learn.  We have much to look forward to in the upcoming months before spring arrives and the success of our students remains to be a number one priority. In addition to student success, we also pride ourselves on how the community that we live in assists in many philanthropic ways that includes toys for tots all the way to donating items to veterans.  

    In difficult economic times, we may find it challenging to donate in monetary ways.  However, on January 24, 2019 from 3:00 to 8:00 in the middle school cafeteria, the school will be sponsoring a blood drive in concert with the New York Blood Center.  One key piece to the success of this drive is to have full support of the parents, community members, teachers, administrators, and willing volunteers.   

    If you would like to donate or have any questions don’t hesitate to ask Mrs. Pat Natale at 631-867-3587 or pnatale@Lindenhurstschools.org.  

    The district cares greatly for others and can donate in order for us to reach the blood drive goal. 

  • Every year, the student members of the Lindenhurst Cares Coalition set measurable goals in accordance with a Drug Free Community Grant. The grant is used by the coalition to fund programs that benefit district students. In order to maintain that grant, assess needs, set goals and respond quickly to the needs of fellow students, a voluntary baseline survey of Core Measures (Alcohol, Tobacco, Marijuana and Prescription Drug Use without a prescription and questions about environmental quality) must be conducted. The data produced from the anonymous survey allows Lindy Cares, in cooperation with various youth clubs, to implement strategies that create awareness, enhance skills, change policy and increase protective factors in the school and in the community.

    On Thursday, Feb 14. the district plans to administer the Core Measures Survey to students in grades 8 through 12, who choose to participate by submitting this signed form to their social studies teachers no later than Wednesday, Feb 13.The survey will be given during social studies, as one branch of social studies is civics during which students study the way a local government works, as well as the rights and duties of residents. Civic responsibilities are the voluntary actions and attitudes associated with a democracy and social participation, such as volunteerism, or participation in government. Voluntary participation in a community survey falls under this category.

    Please CLICK HERE (Student Survey 2019) if you wish to review the survey instrument and/or instructional material used in connection with the survey. You have the right to review the survey and/or instructional materials before the survey is administered to students.

    As previously mentioned, in order to participate in the survey, the permission slip below must completed and submitted to the student’s social studies teacher no later than Wednesday, Feb.13.

    CLICK HERE to print the LHS permission letter.

    CLICK HERE to print the LMS permission letter.

  • The eighth-grade students of Lindenhurst Middle School schools received a special visit from Thanhha Lai, author of the novel “Inside Out and Back Again.” The novel, which is required reading for all Lindenhurst eighth-graders, is historical fiction, based on the author’s experiences as a refugee during the Vietnam War. She describes her journey to America, where she faced bullying and discrimination.

    “Her story is truly inspirational and helps to foster a sense of empathy in us all,” said English teacher Deborah Weinstein.

    Thanhha Lai has won the Newbery Medal and the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature.  

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  • Lindenhurst Middle School students in Missy Lewis and Jackie Korsen’s seventh- and eighth-grade art classes recently went to a wood working studio in Commack called LumberJax.    

    Students were provided with a wood pallet and exposed to various wood working materials. They were shown a variety of painting techniques including stencil which they used to paint positive messages and quotes on the boards they were given to work with. 

    The artist and business owner, Marie Cross, gave a demonstration on the machinery she uses, as well as the computer and accompanying programs. She also shared with students some of the information needed for owning your own business and becoming a successful artist.   

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  • Don't Miss the Lindenhurst High School performance of The Sound Of Music in the LHS Auditorium on Jan. 18 and 19 at 7 P.M. 

    The Sound of Music is a classic musical that not only reminds us of the joy of music and family but also about the strength of that family to stay together and escape Nazi occupation. We hope everyone will join us as the Lindenhurst Thespians "Climb Every Mountain."

    Using this link you can purchase and print your tickets at home, or present your ticket receipt on your phone the evening of the performance!

    Please click this link. 

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December 2018

  • Lindenhurst High School students Shay McCandless and Rob Commisso were selected as recipients of the Suffolk Zone Award. Sponsored by the New York State Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, this award recognizes one male and one female Suffolk County high school senior from each school district who exemplify outstanding scholastic ability, physical education performance and leadership qualities.

    The district congratulates Shay and Rob on this outstanding athletic accomplishment.

  • The Lindenhurst High School National Art Honor Society have been raising funds for Wreaths Across America. Each wreath was sponsored for $15 and designated to a fallen soldier. All orders were made through www.WreathsAcrossAmerica.org. The students efforts resulted in over 200 wreaths being sponsored.            

    On Dec. 15, members of the National Art Honor Society voluntarily visited the Long Island National Cemetery in Farmingdale and placed approximately 200 sponsored wreaths on the graves of the fallen soldiers, as did numerous volunteers throughout the country so as to demonstrate their gratitude to the fallen heroes.

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  • The Lindenhurst Middle School Student Council recently participated in an annual holiday stocking-stuffing event for the Pay It Forward With Jackie organization. Jackie was diagnosed with cancer on Christmas Eve at age 3 in 2006. After battling cancer twice in her young life, Jackie started the nonprofit organization to get stockings to children staying in local hospitals during the holiday as well as children in need. 

    Student council members collected donations of coloring books, puzzles, crayons and games as well as additional items such as play-doh, playing cards and crafts. Those items were then used to stuff approximately 100 stockings that will in turn be given to a child in hopes of bringing them holiday joy.

  • Throughout the district, students celebrated the season with school sing-alongs, in which they gathered and sang festive holiday tunes and read aloud holiday-themed books.            

    At Harding Avenue students enjoyed the ‘Mistletunes’ holiday concert performance from the Squeaky Clean Band, while at Daniel Street School and the Lindenhurst Middle School members of the district’s ABA after-school program and the Life Skills classes celebrated Hanukkah with by making dreidels and taste-testing latkes.            

    Student council members of Albany Avenue Elementary School celebrated the season by singing holiday carols to the residents of the East Neck Senior Facility and making cards for recovering American soldiers. 

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  • The Lindenhurst School District will be holding registration for all eligible kindergarten students January 30th through February 14th, 2019.  Registration takes place at the McKenna Administration Building, 350 Daniel Street.  In accordance with established policy of the Lindenhurst School District, children must be five (5) years of age on or before December 1st, 2019, in order to be enrolled in kindergarten for the coming year.

    Registration packets must be presented at the time of registration along with all required documentation.  Please complete the packet in its entirety, any incomplete registrations and failure to provide the proper documents will delay your child’s registration and will result in having to return to the office a second time to complete the registration.  Packets are available in the lobby of the McKenna Administration Building, at all District elementary schools and on the District web site.

    Please follow the schedule listed below. APPOINTMENTS ARE NOT REQUIRED FOR THE FOLLOWING DATES AND TIMES.  If you are not sure which school your child will be attending contact the Central Registration Office at 631-867-3055.  

    ALBANY                               February   1 & 13                           8:00am-12:30pm

    ALLEGHANY                       February   8 & 14                           8:00am-12:30pm 

    DANIEL                                February   4 & 11                           8:00am-12:30pm

    HARDING                            Jan 30 & Feb 6                               8:00am-12:30pm

    WEST GATES                      Jan 31 & Feb 7                               8:00am-12:30pm

    WILLIAM RALL                   February   5 & 12                            8:00am-12:30pm

    In addition to the above dates and times there will be by APPOINTMENT ONLY two evening registrations on Wednesday, February 6th and Wednesday, February 13th, 2019, from 4:00-8:00 pm.  Appointments can be scheduled for these evening dates by calling the Registration/Residency Office after January 28th 2019.  

    In order for your child to be included in Kindergarten screening and orientation, it is asked that you make every effort to register your child on the designated dates and times.  Children who have not registered by the screening and/or orientation dates scheduled by the individual elementary schools will not be allowed to attend the screening and/or orientation.  As a number of kindergarten seats exist in each elementary school the District must utilize a first come, first serve, procedure. Those students registering after the designated dates may be enrolled in an overflow school within the Lindenhurst District.


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  • On Nov. 28, the district hosted their fall ENL family night. There were more than 150 people in attendance at the event, housed in the Lindenhurst High School cafeteria.

    Students, their family members, teachers and district administrators shared food, explored further the ENL program and took part in various activities designed to involve all family members. Attendees also enjoyed a dance presentation from the Ukrainian Dance Ensemble “Horlytsia,” choreographed by Grygoriy Momot and Khrystyna Momot. The district’s MCJROTC members assisted in making the event a successful one.

    “We are always trying to maintain our home-to-school connection, welcome new families and affirm cultural diversity,” said Coordinator of World Languages Shelita Watkis. “Events such as this serve exactly that purpose.”

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November 2018

  • To view the district's November My Lindy e-newsletter, please click here.

    If you haven't subscribed to the monthly My Lindy e-news, please sign up here! This is a short e-newsletter highlighting school events, student achievements, etc. This is in addition to the regular Lindy Spotlight printed newsletter sent to all residents five times a year.

    Thank you for staying connected!

  • Please be advised that report cards will be posted to the parent portal at approximately 2 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 3.

  • New York Islanders professional ice hockey players Brock Nelson and Luca Sbisa paid an exciting visit to Lindenhurst Middle School on Nov. 19 for the building’s annual Islander School Day assembly. Lindenhurst was one of approximately a dozen New York schools selected by the program for its team and community spirit.

    Assistant Principal John Andruzkieiwicz, clad in an Islanders jersey along with the rest of the staff, pumped up the audience with an inspirational video before the players arrived. Nelson, a center from Minnesota, and Sbisa, a defenseman who grew up in Switzerland, introduced themselves to the rapt audience of sixth-graders and talked about their backgrounds as well as concepts like teamwork and health.

    The students had worked hard in advance to prepare questions for the two players, touching on topics such as their daily routine on game days, stress and diet, their views on fighting, their favorite hockey players, major obstacles they faced and the hardest game they ever played. Andruzkieiwicz finished the discussion by asking Nelson and Sbisa if they would bring the Stanley Cup to the middle school if the Islanders won the championship this season. They happily agreed, before sitting down to provide autographs for groups of lucky students.

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  • Daniel Street Elementary School fourth-graders explored the culture of the Eastern Woodland Indians with the assistance of the “Journeys into American Indian Territory” program.

    The unique and interactive presentation lead by guest presenters Maddie Cheers and Chuck Gosline allowed students to learn about the daily life of Eastern Woodland boys and girls through hands-on activities, games, role play and a traveling museum of authentic artifacts and artwork.

    Throughout the day, students explored the traditional gender roles of the boys and girls in the tribe and learned about the skills they would have acquired such as hunting, gathering and weaving. They shared traditional stories and played Native American games, that taught respect and teamwork, important principals in the Native American culture.

    Additionally, fourth-graders made their very own clay pots, pounded corn into flour and took part in a governing exercise that demonstrated to students the way the Native Americans viewed laws and leadership roles.

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  • Students in kindergarten through third grade at Daniel Street Elementary School took part in a series of educational games and interactive lessons focused on financial literacy as presented by the trained corporate volunteers of the Junior Achievement (JA) program.            

    Junior Achievement is a nonprofit organization whose community and corporate volunteers present lessons that focus on financial literacy, business and entrepreneurship, as well as college and work readiness.

    The programs presented are thematic, developed by K-12 educators and correlate to the New York State Social Studies Learning Standards.            

    Students in kindergarten began with a study of themselves, while first grade students explored families and how family members’ jobs and businesses contribute to the well being of the family. Second-grade students studied the community and explored the concepts of businesses and production, and third-graders discussed careers as well as businesses and the contributions they make to a city. 

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  • Congratulations to the Lindenhurst Varsity football team and their coaches who earned the title of Division II Suffolk County champions! 

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  • In an effort to raise awareness of the effects that bullying has on students, Lindenhurst Middle School hosted Ryan’s Story, an antibullying program based upon the life and death of 13-year-old Ryan Halligan. Ryan was a middle school student from Vermont who died by suicide in 2003 due to depression and constant bullying.            

    In an emotional presentation that included a slideshow of Ryan throughout the years, Ryan’s father, John Halligan, recounted to the sixth-grade students of Lindenhurst, the story of his son’s life and the ridicule he endured. In separate sessions for students and parents, he discussed the devastating impact his son’s suicide has had on his family, and the power of forgiveness.            

    “Ryan was so focused on the people who didn’t like him that he forgot all about those people in his life who loved him,” said Mr. Halligan. “I assure every one of you in this room, you are loved beyond belief.”            

    Mr. Halligan urged students to seek help from a trusted grownup if they, or someone they know are having similar bad feelings and to speak up if they know someone who is bullying a classmate. “Bullies tend to pick on people for the audience reaction. If you don’t give them the attention, or let them know you don’t think it is cool, they won’t have the same desire to do it.”

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  • To Members of the Lindenhurst School Community:

    I would like to take this opportunity to address a few important points regarding the way in which the district responds to potential threats involving a student, a group of students, staff members, or the school in general.

    When such information is reported, the district takes immediate steps to conduct an internal investigation. This is in addition to contacting and collaborating with the appropriate local authorities.

    Any potential threat reported to the district is taken seriously. We will always err on the side of caution when addressing a potential threat to student or staff safety. This may include, but is certainly not limited to, visible (and non-visible) police presence, as well as additional security measures.

    I recognize that for some parents, the presence of police in the district is unsettling. As such, the district proactively communicates their presence, when possible. Please be advised, however, that Suffolk County Police officers are making more routine visits to schools throughout the county given today’s social climate; therefore, please be advised that just because a police car is in front of a school does not mean that a threat exists or an incident has occurred.

    As a parent myself, I recognize that receiving the news of a potential threat in the district can cause concern. I also understand the frustration in not receiving the full details of an event or threat. Unfortunately, the district is bound by law in what information we can share with the public. We must also respect the wishes of the police as they conduct their investigation and not share information that could compromise their efforts.

    Please know that we also strive to communicate important information with parents in a timely manner. Unfortunately, in today’s digital age, rumors circulate throughout the community rapidly. In times of a threat or crisis, information shared on social media in many cases is full of misinformation. Please know that as a district, we work as quickly as we can to gather the facts before we communicate with parents. This, at times, cannot be as quick as the rumor mill spreads on social media. I understand that this can be frustrating; however, while we will work as fast as we can to communicate important information with parents, it cannot come at the expense of providing inaccurate or misleading information.

    I respectfully ask your cooperation in helping to stop the spread of the “rumor mill” on social media. The district’s website, Facebook page and Twitter account are the ONLY official sources for district information. If you have a question about something you read on unofficial social media sites, I encourage you to first review the district’s sites, or contact the district directly for the most accurate information.

    Our utmost concern is the safety of our students and staff. They deserve the opportunity to learn without fearing for their safety. We do all that we can to ensure that they have that opportunity.

    Thank you, as always, for your continued support.
    Sincerely,

    Daniel E. Giordano 
    Superintendent of Schools

  • The district has been made aware of an accident occurring this afternoon involving a seventh-grade Lindenhurst Middle School student on South Wellwood Avenue.

    The police are investigating the incident.

    The district extends its thoughts and prayers to the boy and his family at this time.

October 2018

  • Thank you to all of the district principals for your hard work, dedication and commitment!

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  • Students of Daniel Street Elementary School learned a lot about teamwork during a recent visit from “Sparky” the NY Islanders’ mascot and Dina Tsiorvas, an Islanders’ representative.

    The students watched a video in which members of the team shared what working as a team meant to them on the ice and in the community. The concept of teamwork was illustrated further when Lilly, a Daniel Street student, and teacher Melissa Terry raced to dress in hockey gear.

    Lilly had the help of a team, while Mrs. Terry did not. The students saw firsthand how working together can lead to success.    

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  • The Bulldog community came out in full force to support the varsity football team during the annual homecoming festivities.                   

    The events began on Oct. 19 with the middle school pep rally. Student-athletes from all teams showed their Lindy Pride, donning green and white and cheering from the bleachers.            

    The homecoming fun continued into the evening as the high school pep rally brought together all sports teams, the marching band, dance teams and the cheerleaders to further illustrate a unified Lindenhurst. To conclude the high school pep rally, homecoming queen Ally Napoleon and king Robert Commisso were announced to the loud applause of their fellow schoolmates. The student council and athletic department coordinated the weekend’s activities.            

    The parade on Oct. 20 began at Fireman’s Park, made its way down Wellwood Avenue and ended at Lindenhurst Middle School. Each class float represented a different board game. The freshman class float reflected Candyland, the sophomore class depicted Hungry, Hungry Hippos and the junior and senior classes portrayed Monopoly and The Game of Life, respectively.            

    At half time, there were special performances from the school’s marching band, color guard, cheerleading squads and dance team. At that time, it was announced that the senior class won the competition with their beautiful float.            

    In the end, the Bulldogs reigned victorious as they beat Half Hollow Hills East Thunderbirds, 23-13.

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  • During the Oct. 17 Lindenhurst Board of Education Community Forum, the board was recognized for their commitment to the district. Also recognized was former veteran board member, Robert Vitiello.            

    Vitiello became a board of education trustee in 2001. During his tenure, he has served a trustee as well as a vice president during. He had been a consistent presence at school functions and for 17 years a staunched advocate for the students and staff of the district.            

    Most recently, Vitiello has played a vital role in the establishment of the Lindy Grad Vets Wall of Heroes housed at the Lindenhurst High School. The fixtures recognize those members of the Lindenhurst school community who went on to bravely serve their country.           

     “Although he is no longer a member of the board, the result of his endless dedicated effort will be felt for years to come,” said Superintendent of Schools Daniel E. Giordano.             

    Vitiello received proclamations from County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, a representative from Sen. Phil Boyle’s office and Lindenhurst Mayor, Michael Lavorata, who declared Thursday, Oct. 18, 2018, Robert Vitiello Day in the village.

    During the regularly scheduled board of education community forum held on June 13, his fellow board members begrudgingly accepted the voluntary resignation of this veteran board member. 

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  • The Lindenhurst High School Career and Technical Education Department recently welcomed guest chef Savannah Campbell, a college senior in the Johnson & Wales College of Culinary Arts.

    During her two-day visit, Savannah conducted cooking demonstrations for all food and nutrition, baking and advanced culinary courses. Throughout the interactive lessons, Savannah shared a variety of culinary techniques that the students could use when preparing and plating meals.

    She discussed the various career opportunities available to students who pursue a degree in the culinary arts as well as answered questions about the college experience. The presentations concluded with students tasting the sweet potato aebleskiver with rum butterscotch sauce they had a hand in making.

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  • On Oct.  9, members of the Lindenhurst Community Cares Coalition in conjunction with the district took part in the third Lindenhurst Youth Summit.

    The event, held at Chateau La Mer, aimed to give students in grades six through 12, an opportunity to collaborate with their peers, share their thoughts and strengthen skills in problem-solving, communication, listening and leadership, as well as, the many ways to find common ground, build rapport and feel empowered.

    The students in attendance were a blend of Lindenhurst middle and high school students who were either members of the Lindy Cares Club or demonstrated an interest. They listened as keynote speakers Gabrielle Anzalone, a Lindenhurst alumna, and Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre, shared their empowering messages and encouraged students to become leaders in their community.

    Participants joined in three breakout sessions that support the Lindy Cares goal of inspiring students to work on reaching their highest potential and serving as a positive force for others who are working to achieve theirs.

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  • On Oct. 9, the students of Harding Avenue partook in an interactive, antibullying presentation “Be an Upstander Not a Bystander,” led by arts in entertainment professional Mike Speirs. Through his interactive assembly, Speirs, a former teacher, provided students with practical strategies for addressing myriad realistic bullying situations.            

    The presentation emphasized the “Five C’s” of being an upstander. The first is the “Cold Shoulder” in which you ignore the bully. The second is “Confidence.” Speirs explained that you need the confidence to respond maturely and not stoop to their level. The third C stands for “Compassion.” You need to be willing to show kindness to those around you. “You may not always know the right way to help, but you can always try to be nice,” said Speirs. “Never underestimate how much that could mean to someone.”            

    Next the presenter encouraged students to use “Cyber Sense” and make safe choices when they are utilizing social media. Lastly, Harding students were urged to summon the “Courage” needed to step up and do the right thing. “It is not always easy to stand up and go against the crowd, but there are always people you can go to for help so you won’t have to do it alone.”

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  • Lindenhurst High School senior Nicholas Fleury was recognized as a Commended Student in the 64th National Merit Scholarship Program. Nicholas entered the 2019 National Merit Program by taking the 2017 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). 

    This is an honor bestowed upon students who have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success. Nicholas placed among the top 50,000 scorers of more than 1.6 million students who entered the competition. He is one of only 34,000 commended students named nationwide.

    Nicholas credits his academic success to the strong work ethic encouraged by his parents. "I have always been driven by the mindset that there is always room for improvement. That idea, which they instilled, has motivated me to push myself further and I am grateful to my parents for sharing it with me.”  

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  • Please be advised that the NYS grade 3-8 Math, ELA and Science test results from last year have been posted on the Parent Portal. 

    CLICK HERE for Instructions on how to access the results and accompanying parent reports.

    CLICK HERE to log into the parent portal.

September 2018

  • The Fine and Performing Arts Department is pleased to announce that five Lindenhurst High School students were accepted to perform in the NYSCAME/SCMEA All-County High School Festival on Nov. 16 at Half Hollow Hills High School East.

    The district congratulates Nicole Harvey (treble chorus), Monika Orzelowski (mixed chorus), Felipe Rodas (symphonic orchestra - violin), Stephen Sailer (symphonic orchestra - violin) and Russell Ward (mixed chorus).            

    Felipe Rodas (symphonic orchestra - violin), Stephen Sailer (symphonic orchestra-violin) and Russell Ward (symphonic band – baritone saxophone), will also be representing the Lindenhurst High School in the NYSSMA All-State Winter Conference from Nov. 29-Dec. 2 in Rochester, New York.            

    Thousands of students auditioned to be a part of this ensemble and the district is proud of these talented students who will represent the district.

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  • On Sept. 23, the district's athletic teams, coaches, administrators and community members, along with local and state politicians, joined members of the Renna family at the 12th annual Christina Renna Foundation Walk-A-Thon and Blood Drive held at Lindenhurst Middle School.

    Christina, a former student of the Lindenhurst School District, was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare form of cancer, and passed away in 2007.

    The walk supports the Christina Renna Foundation goal of  “supporting children's cancer research and increasing the levels of awareness and education through the support of cancer groups and outreach programs for the direct support of those in need,” as stated on the website, www.crf4acure.org. All money raised will benefit children’s cancer research at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory.

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  • Several students from the high school have earned Advanced Placement Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement on AP exams. The College Board recognizes several levels of achievement based on students’ performance on these exams.            

    The following students qualified for the AP Scholar Award by completing three or more AP exams with scores of 3 or higher: From the Class of 2019: Emeli Argueta Martinez, Cesar Bravo, Timothy Cotroneo, Lauren Dawnkaski, Bohdan Fostakovskyy, Kayla Gretes, Nicole Hayden, Jenna Hoogervorst, Shimiao (Nickey) Huang, Efrain Laguna-Lopez, Arianna Liebowitz, Sabrina Lound, Samantha Lound, Kimmarie Mccrann, Connor Miller, Michael Rivera, Novneet Singh, Robert Tringone, John Walter and Russell Ward.            

    These students qualified for the Advanced Placement Scholar with Honors Award by earning 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: From the Class of 2019: Nicholas Fleury, Joseph Grogan, Jacqueline Kalish, Joseph Leone, Aaron Liebowitz, Monika Orzelowski, Eric Pisowacki, Hisham Tadfie and Nicole Zielinski.

    Class of 2019 member Nicholas Hager has qualified for the Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction Award 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.            

    Sahil Kapoor, Luke Korzenko and Adam Kulaczkowski from the Class of 2018 have qualified as National AP Scholars by receiving 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.            

    The district congratulates all of these talented students.   

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  • When the 2018 academic year began, students were not the only ones welcomed to the district. Andrea Judge, LCSW, and F. Shaun Sudama were welcomed to their respective roles as coordinator of guidance, and coordinator of career and technical education and library media specialists, respectively.

    Ms. Judge joined the district with more than 12 years of school counseling experience by way of the Queens Vocational and Technical High School in Long Island City. She holds her Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in educational leadership from the College of Saint Rose. Additionally, she obtained a Master of Social Work degree from Adelphi University, a Master of Science degree in school counseling from Long Island University and a Master of Science degree in secondary education from Dowling College. This was in addition to a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from Stony Brook University.

    Mr. F. Shaun Sudama joins the Lindenhurst Union Free School District by way of Nassau Boces in Westbury where he served as assistant principal. He also held the title of business teacher at Division Avenue High School in Levittown and the William Bryant High School in Long Island City. There he also served as the coordinator of CTE, student activities and parent support, and the school’s student achievement program.  Mr. Sudama took part in the Post-Masters Educational Leadership Program at Stony Brook University where he obtained his certifications as a New York State school Building and School District Leader. He earned a Master of Science in adolescent education from Dowling College in Oakdale and a Bachelor of Science degree in computer science and math with a major in business from St. Joseph’s College in Patchogue.

    The district is honored to welcome all of its new members and is confident that they will be successful in their endeavors. 

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  • On Sept. 5, a Connect Ed message was sent to the homes of all Lindenhurst High School students explaining that no longer will athletic equipment and food deliveries, such as McDonald’s or lattes, be accepted by the attendance staff during school hours.  

    It is important to note, however, that this policy does NOT preclude the delivery of necessary medical items that, as a matter of protocol, are to be delivered to the high school health office.  

    The safety and well being of our students are a main priority to the district. As we continue to enhance the district security protocols, we are attempting to minimize unplanned visits to our buildings throughout the day while also encouraging student responsibility for all other school related needs.  

    We appreciate your understanding and support in this effort.

  • Incoming sixth-grade students experienced their first taste of Lindy Pride as they attended orientation at Lindenhurst Middle School held on Aug. 28 and 29. The students and parents were invited to roam the halls so as to familiarize themselves with the layout of their new school. Principal Frank Naccarato gave a presentation in which he reviewed the school’s policies and expectations of the incoming class.

    “You are no longer members of your individual elementary schools,” explained Mr. Naccarato. “You are now all a part of the same Lindenhurst Middle School family. I encourage you all to introduce yourself today to someone you’ve never met. They may end up being a friend for life.”

    Dr. Ailene Cavaliere, coordinator of instructional technology and chief information officer, also joined Mr. Naccarato at the podium and the two explained the details of the district’s 1:1 Chromebook initiative. Upon the conclusion of Mr. Naccarato’s presentation, the students and parents dispersed to enjoy a bagel breakfast provided by the school’s PTA and to participate in guided tours led by members of the school’s National Junior Honor Society.

    The school’s gymnasium was flooded with eager sixth-graders who waited with much anticipation for their opportunity to retrieve a personal Acer device in preparation of the first day of school.     

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  • On Aug. 30, the halls of the Lindenhurst High School were filled with the members of the Class of 2022 who were familiarizing themselves with their new surroundings during the annual ninth-grade orientation.

    The morning began with introductions and a presentation from Principal Dr. Clinton Grant, who spoke about expectations, policies and some of the opportunities available to the new students. “Get involved,” said Grant. “We have so many wonderful opportunities for you to explore and involve yourself in. Plan for success. The choice is yours. You have even more independence to take charge of your path. Make positive decisions, manage your time properly and come to us if you need anything. We are here to support you through 2022 and after.” He encouraged students to use their social media as a tool for positivity. “If you wouldn’t write it and sign it, then don’t type it! Instead, choose to use your social media as a digital portfolio for colleges to explore.”

    Also, addressing the class were LHS Ninth Grade Assistant Principal James Campbell, senior class adviser Tom McCandless, Director of Guidance Andrea Judge and Master Sargent Magdolna Resker of the school’s Marine Corps JROTC leadership class. Representatives of the Lindy Cares Club spoke about the opportunities they afford and the services they provide.

    Peer Leader adviser William McGroary addressed the class and informed them that the members of the Peer Leadership class were on hand to assist and give tours, advice and moral support to incoming students.

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  • The sun was shining and so were the smiles on the faces of the staff and students of the district who returned for the first day of school on Sept. 5.

    The day was not only the start of a new academic year, but for many in the district, it was the start of a new chapter of their lives. Kindergarten students entered classrooms for the first time, leaving behind the security of their parents. Sixth-graders entered the middle school and were introduced to the idea of changing classes and getting lockers. They carried with them for the first time Acer Touch Screen Chromebooks, provided to them as part of the district’s 1:1 Chromebook Initiative which began with last year’s sixth-grade class. When asked what he was looking most forward to in middle school, incoming sixth-grader Ryan Rossiter said, “I’m really excited because we are no longer elementary students. We’ll have more independence and more responsibility and that is what I like.”

    Ninth-grade students officially became “high-schoolers” and the 12th-graders experienced the last “first day” of their Lindenhurst education.

    First Day For Lindy Slideshow 

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August 2018

July 2018

  • CLICK HERE to see the summer edition of the Lindy Spotlight. to see the summer edition of the Lindy Spotlight. 

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  • The district's Board of Education has installed its officers for the 2018-2019 school year during its reorganization meeting on July 11. Donna Hochman was reinstalled as president while Linda Aniello was named vice president of the board.

    Trustees Donna Hochman, Maryellen Cunningham and Kevin Garbe were also sworn in as well as district treasurer Zachary Nyberg, District Clerk Donna Milone and Superintendent of Schools Daniel E. Giordano.

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June 2018

  • The USDA and NYSED partner in many local communities to serve meals when school is no longer in session. Where available, free, healthy meals are offered to all children and teenagers, age 18 and under.

    Call NYS 1-800-522-5006 toll free or click here to visit Food and Nutrition Service website to find an open site near you.

  • On Friday, June 22, the soon-to-be graduates of the Lindenhurst High School Class of 2018 took to the Edward F. Kienle Memorial Field in a sea of green and white as the Lindenhurst High School Band played “Pomp and Circumstance.” The school’s Marine Corps JROTC members presented the colors and the senior music students, under the direction of Charles Pramnieks, led the audience in the singing of “The Star-Spangled Banner” while accompanied by members of the school’s American Sign Language class.             

    Brian Lanza, Class Council president, Christie Van Florke, vice president and Mae Vine, treasurer, addressed fellow classmates, in addition to remarks made by Sahil Kapoor, class valedictorian and Luke Korzenko, class salutatorian. In his valedictory speech, Sahil stated that “when we take advantage of our unique abilities, we create positive change and progress. When we devote our full focus to our goals, we can turn our visions into reality.”            

    In his salutatory speech, Luke Korzenko said, “As high school graduates, we have a responsibility to become productive citizens, we have a responsibility to address the problems facing our society and we have a responsibility to continue to educate ourselves about the world around us. Our teachers have given us the tools to achieve these tasks. It is now up to us to use what we have learned to think rationally, act compassionately and embrace truth.”            

    Also, imparting their words of advice and extending congratulations were Board trustee Kevin Garbe, Superintendent of Schools Daniel Giordano and, for the first time as principal of Lindenhurst High School, Dr. Clinton Grant, who reminded the students of the importance of caring for one another. “One small gesture can change a person’s life for better or worse.”            

    In his address, Superintendent of Schools Daniel Giordano chose to read “Be Brave Little One,” a children’s book written by Marianne Richmond. This was done to complete the students’ academic experience in Lindenhurst, in a similar fashion to the way in which it began – an educator using a class book to ease the transition.            

    Referencing the book, he explained to the graduates that it is now their time to be brave and explore. “Step outside of your comfort zone,” he urged. “Try new things. Do what feels right in your heart. Do it with bravery and do it with kindness.”            

    Before the members of the Board of Education presented the Class of 2018 with their diplomas, the Class of 2018 presented the Board with a donation to the First Responders Children’s Foundation, who will use the funds to establish the Lindenhurst Class of 2018 Scholarship, to be received by any student who meets the organization’s criteria.            

    Student Council recording and corresponding secretaries Fiona Buckley and Antonia Rice led their classmates in the turning of the tassels and gave the signal to throw their caps to symbolize their commencement as Lindenhurst High School alumni.

    Caps Off to the Class of 2018 Slideshow 

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  • Please be advised that the start of the 2018-19 school year will see a change in the application process for free and reduced meals within the Lindenhurst Union Free School District.            

    To provide the most cost-effective services to the community and simplify the process, the district has made the decision to utilize the free MySchoolApps service. The app guides parents through the application process and confirms that all the necessary information has been provided before it’s submitted. 

    The cost savings are not the only benefit, however. Parents will appreciate the convenience of being able to apply for free and reduced meals securely, from anywhere, using any device that is connected to the Internet. Additionally, the MySchoolApps service accommodates users who are fluent in English and Spanish. 

    If you wish to apply for free and reduced meals and do not have access to the Internet or a facility which offers Internet usage, such as a local library, MySchoolApps kiosks will be made available at the main office of the Lindenhurst Senior High School, located at 300 Charles Street in Lindenhurst from August 17,2018 through  August 31st, 2018 between 7:45am and 12:45pm Monday through Friday as well as the McKenna Administration Building, located at 350 Daniel Street. Additionally, paper applications in English and Spanish will be available for pick up at the main office of each district school.            

    Beginning September 4th, 2018 the Kiosks will be available for use at the McKenna Administration Building from 8am to 4pm Monday through Friday. The High School Kiosks will be available for use from 7am to 2:50pm Monday through Friday.            

    If you have any questions regarding the MySchoolApps service or use of a kiosk, please contact Michele Claud in the high school main office at 631-867-3704.  

  • Middle School 2018 Moving Up Ceremony slideshow

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  • Please be advised that elementary swim lesson registration will be held on Tuesday, June 26 from 6 - 8 pm at the high school pool.

    $35 per child and checks/money orders should be made out to "Lindenhurst Schools."

    Classes run Monday through Friday. Schedule is as follows: 9 am, 9:45 am, 10:30 am, and 11:15 am.

  • Lindenhurst students participated in the Nassau County Victory Challenge Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged, held recently at the Mitchel Athletic Complex in Uniondale. Athletes and student buddies participated in a series of activities and races including the 100-meter race and the discus throw. Faculty, parents, aides and administrators cheered the athletes as they worked to achieve their goals.

    The student-athletes, who wore tie-dyed green T-shirts to showcase their pride in the district, joined in the spirited competition against each other and other schools from across Long Island. The games were coordinated for Lindenhurst by teacher Karen Parpounas and Courtney Whalley, chairperson for the Elementary Committee on Special Education.

    “The Empire State Games provide a unique opportunity for our students to challenge themselves individually outside of the classroom setting, while still enjoying the social comradery that comes with being a part of something much larger,” said Ms. Whalley.

    On June 11, a ceremony was held at the Lindenhurst Middle School to honor both athletes and Buddies. 

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  • The Lindenhurst High School Student Council dramatized the consequences of drinking and driving with “Shattered Dreams,” a program that promotes responsible decision-making by high school students regarding drinking and driving.

    The event included a mock accident scene in which several students were seriously, and in one case fatally, injured as a result of a student’s decision to drive home while intoxicated after a party. The junior and senior classes looked on as various community entities, including local fire and police responded to the mock scene behind the high school. They watched as police officers tested and “arrested” their classmate whose decision to drive impacted the lives of so many others.

    On the second day of the event, the students watched Student Council members re-enact a memorial service for their fellow classmate emphasizing the gravity of situation and reinforcing the message that even one drink can destroy lives.

    As a culmination to the program, Certified Speaking Professional, Bobby Petrocelli, spoke with students and shared his experience with a drunk driver. The experience claimed the life of his young wife and changed him forever. He explored with students the power of each decision they make. He also encouraged them to recognize all of the ways in which they matter.

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  • 2018 LHS Athletic Banquet slideshow

    Every year, the varsity athletes and coaches of Lindenhurst High School are honored during its athletic awards banquet at the Melville Marriott. This year, the June 7 banquet showcased a tremendous pool of talented athletes and the coaches who guide them.

    Coordinated by the Varsity Club advisers, Janine Cheskay and Michael Cheskay, and the district’s athletic department, the evening recognizes their effort, dedication and achievements. 

    The banquet began with the grand procession of the Most Valuable Players for each team. Outstanding athletes were chosen for the Lindenhurst Hall of Fame and the Gold Key awards. Individual scholarships and recognition were presented to players throughout the evening.

    Winners:

    Athletes of the Year – Erika Breitfeller and Jeremy Ruckert

    Joseph Pritchard – Spirit of Lindenhurst – Nick Anzallone and Sophia Castellano

    Coach of the Year – Rick Caravaggio and Nick Lombardo

    Assistant Coach of the Year – Jessie Ward Ippolitto and Damon Sinicropi

    Superintendent’s Bulldog Award – Michael Cheskay

    Dellecave Suffolk Sports Hall of Fame Member – Erika Breitfeller and Jeremy Ruckert

May 2018

  • Earlier today, May 24, school officials at Lindenhurst Middle School were notified that a student made verbal and social media threats towards the district. School administrators immediately contacted the Suffolk County Police Department who came to the building to investigate the threat. The student in question is no longer in school and will be disciplined according to the district’s Code of Conduct. Please be assured that the district will fully cooperate in the police investigation.  

    Sadly, these incidents have become all too frequent of an occurrence in our society, but please know that we take such matters very seriously and each one is thoroughly vetted. Again, I commend the middle school students who brought this incident to the attention of school officials. Please understand, I appreciate the community’s concern and interest in knowing all of the details; however, New York State student privacy laws prohibit me from sharing the specifics of such incidents.  

    Be assured that the safety and security of our students and staff is our top priority and we will continue to communicate any incidents with the community.  

    Thank you for your continued cooperation.

  • In response to the statement issued yesterday afternoon, I appreciate that many of the parents in our community are requesting a more detailed account of what took place; however, I must balance informing the community of the necessary information with protecting student privacy under New York State law. I am not at liberty to discuss any additional details of what transpired but assure you that the district adhered to its protocols, as the safety of our students is our top priority.

    Please also be aware that in today’s digital age, rumors circulate throughout the community rapidly. In times of a threat or crisis, information shared on social media in many cases is full of misinformation. Please know that as a district, we work as quickly as we can to gather the facts before we communicate with parents. This, at times, cannot be as quick as the rumor mill spreads on social media. I understand that this can be frustrating; however, while we will work as fast as we can to communicate important information with parents, it cannot come at the expense of providing inaccurate or misleading information.

  • On Friday, May 18, district officials received a report that a student at Lindenhurst High School made verbal and nonspecific comments about a gun. Following district protocol, administrators immediately interviewed the student in question to gather more information. While district officials determined that the student was neither a threat to himself or the greater school community, we contacted the Suffolk County Police Department out of an abundance of caution. Detectives met with the student and his parents and have reinforced our findings that there is no threat against the school. 

    I would like to commend those individuals who shared this information with district officials. As we’ve said previously, the safety and security of our students and staff is the district’s top priority. Any potential threat against our schools must be taken seriously and reported to a trusted adult. 

  • The students of Daniel Street Elementary School took part in a presentation sponsored by PSEG Long Island and the National Theatre for Children regarding energy awareness.

    Throughout the 25-minute comedic performance, the students met a slew of characters including junior superhero Nikki Neutron, who was on a mission to stop energy from being wasted all over town by the show’s villain, the Sneaker. On her quest, Nikki explored with students the four major themes of the show: What is energy? What are the uses of energy? How is energy wasted? And what are ways to conserve energy? 

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  • Approximately 110 students of the Adelphi Physical Education class at Lindenhurst High School recently took part in the twelfth annual Bulldog Triathlon. The race consisted of an eight-lap, half-mile swim, followed by a five-mile bike ride and a two-mile run.

    Noah Daniels and Megan Steinman were the first male and female competitors to cross the finish line, with their impressive respective times of 39.09 and 51.30.   

    The first ten students to complete the event overall were as follows:

    Noah Daniels – 39.09

    Peter Moran – 41.23

    Colin Sherlock – 42.00

    Sean Kennedy – 42.35

    Tom Renick – 44.00

    Azem Azemi – 44.05

    Michael Varela – 44.23

    Patrick Konarski – 46.16

    Austin Martinez – 46.46

    Bohdan Fostakovskyy – 46.47

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  • Residents in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District voted to support the 2018-19 school budget on May 15 by a vote of 1200 to 762. Thank you to all residents who participated in this important vote.

    In addition to voting on the budget, community residents approved a proposition to establish a new capital reserve fund with a vote of 1231 to 691. This fund will be used to pay for future capital improvement projects, which helps to minimize asking residents for additional tax levy dollars. The capital reserve fund will not exceed $15 million over a 10-year period and will require voter approval to expend its funds at a later time.

    Four seats were available on the Board of Education and incumbents Mary Ellen Cunningham, Kevin Garbe and Donna Hochman, who ran unopposed, were re-elected. Cunningham received 1,347 votes, Garbe received 1339 votes and Hochman received 1287 votes.

    The seat previously held by Trustee Edward J. Murphy, Jr., who resigned earlier in the year, will now be held by Josephine Martino who received 1036 votes to Gabrielle Anzalone’s 747 votes. Martino was sworn in during the May 15 Board of Education Community Forum and will serve the duration of Murphy’s term that expires on June 30, 2020. The terms of the three incumbent trustees will commence on July 1, 2018 and conclude on June 30, 2021.

    “We are continually grateful for the support of the Lindenhurst Community,” said Superintendent of Schools Daniel E. Giordano. “The approval of this budget will not only result in the preservation of our full academic program and extra curricular offerings, but it also maintains our programs in athletics, music, performing arts, foreign language and career and technical education. Our ability to provide students with such robust opportunity, is what continues to make this district the home of excellent schools.”

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  • Just Kids, located at the Kellum Street School, is offering limited scholarships for general education children residing within the Lindenhurst School District to attend their preschool program beginning September 2018. Three-year-old classes will meet either from 8:30-11 a.m. (morning session) or 12-2:30 p.m. (afternoon session). Four-year-old classes will be held during those time periods as well, however, there will also be a full-day four-year-old program from 8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.  

    Please note that snacks/lunch will NOT be provided to the students and will be the responsibility of the parents. Parents must also provide transportation. Proof of residency must be provided to Just Kids upon acceptance into the program.   Each class will consist of 18 students: nine general education and nine special education. One general education teacher and one special education teacher will co-teach classes, with an aide in each classroom. The program utilizes the Creative Curriculum that emphasizes academic readiness skills and social skills.  

    Students entering the program in September 2018 must reach the age(s) of 3 or 4 by Dec. 1, 2018. Parents must provide birth certificate and proof of residency, and all students need a physical exam prior to beginning the program. A lottery will be held to select the students to be offered scholarships. If your child is receiving special education services, he/she is not eligible for this scholarship. The lottery is NOT conducted on a first come, first serve basis.  

    Applications may be obtained below or at the McKenna Administration Building. Applications must be mailed NO LATER THAN Friday, May 25, 2018 to the address below:  

    Lisa M. Omeis, Ed.D

    Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Curriculum and Instruction

    Lindenhurst Union Free School District

    350 Daniel Street Lindenhurst, New York 11757

    For questions, please call 631-867-3087.

    CLICK HERE for three-year-old application.

    CLICK HERE for four-year-old application.

  • The Wade-Burns Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7279 recently recognized several students from the district for their written contributions to the 2017-18 VFW Voice of Democracy Essay Contests. The student essays reflected the themes, “America, Our Hope for the Future.”A ceremony was held at the VFW Post in Lindenhurst honoring the students. Local politicians attended the event to applaud the students’ efforts as students were awarded with medals, certificates and monetary awards.             

    Lindenhurst High School students Jack Burton and Efrain Laguna took second and third place, respectively, for the 2017-18 Voice of Democracy competition.            

    The district congratulates all of these patriotic students. 

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  • Lindenhurst High School science research course students took a tour of Long Island Jewish Medical Center and the hospital’s pharmacy back in November where they were invited to participate in the Northwell SPARK Challenge. They were tasked with selecting one of the careers highlighted and designing a poster featuring and promoting the chosen career.

    Inspired by the in-depth visit they shared with many of the hospital’s pharmacists, the students chose pharmacy as the subject of their project and were just awarded a $3,000 prize for taking second place in the competition.

    Team members include: Sabia Akand (10), Kaylie Barrett (10), Maria John (11), Jenna Johnson (10), Claudia Kwasiborski (12), Dawid Luberski (12), Jessica Messina (12), Sandra Romero (10) and Gabriella SzczepoinsKa (11). 

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  • The Lindenhurst Union Free School District’s department of fine and performing arts recently presented its annual All-Lindy Concert at the Lindenhurst High School auditorium.

    To kick off the evening, teacher Andrew Kuftack directed the All-Lindy Jazz Band as they performed Duke Ellington and Irving Mills’ “It Don’t Mean a Thing,” Dean Sorenson’s “Please Don’t Climb on the Iguana” and “Tunes From ‘Toons” arranged by Roy Phillippe.

    Paul Cronin then led the All-Lindy Orchestra, as they performed Elliot del Borgo’s “Country Cookin,” Bracket and Harman’s “Simple Gifts” and Neal Hefti’ “Batman Theme” arranged by Bob Cerulli.

    The All-Lindy chorus was led by director Philip Ricciardi and accompanied by Yen Yen Haas. The group serenaded the crowd with several entertaining selections including the “Revolting Children” from Matilda the Musical written by Tim Minchin.

    The All-Lindy band, under the direction of Samantha Stainkamp, took to the stage with performances of “Imperium” by Michael Sweeney and “As the Eagle Flies” by James Swearingen among others that left the audiences wanting more.

April 2018

  • The district congratulated students who received special recognition at the annual Special Education PTA awards night held recently in the Lindenhurst High School auditorium.

    “This evening we recognize students throughout the district who have been selected by their teachers to be honored for their academic achievement, effort, work ethic and contribution to the school environment,” said Assistant Superintendent for Special Education and Pupil Personnel, Bret Kearney. “I am thrilled to be the first to congratulate all of the recipients and commend them for their dedication and commitment to their academics.”

    Students from each of the elementary schools, the middle school and the high school were then presented with certificates in recognition of their achievements.

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  • The Lindenhurst High School FIRST Robotics Team 533, the PSIcotics, recently competed in the FIRST/SBPLI Long Island Regional Competition #1 at Hofstra University in Hempstead. The team was ranked second overall with a record of 14-5-0, named regional finalists, and won the Excellence in Engineering Award sponsored by Delphi. Additionally the PSIcotics were awarded a wildcard entry position to the FIRST Championship in Detroit, Michigan, on April 25, 2018.

    The robotics program consists of students in grades nine through 12 who successfully implement STEM concepts as they construct a robot to achieve a specific task outlined in a global competition.

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  • Second-grade students at West Gates Avenue Elementary School recently held their annual Wax Museums of historical figures. Upon researching figures throughout history and creating biography posters, students dressed the part and hosted an exhibit for their parents and peers.   

    Students took on the role of historical figures such as Marie Curie, Albert Einstein and Amelia Earhart; sports figures, such as Babe Ruth and Mario Lemieux; and others, including Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Walt Disney, Steve Jobs and Coco Chanel.

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  • Students in Gina Krumholz’s and Caitlin Farrell’s fifth-grade classes at Harding Avenue Elementary School recently worked together to research important figures from the Civil War. They took part in projects such as the creation of biographical pamphlets, poems and the painting of historical scenery which served as a backdrop for the “wax museum” they created. Additionally, students wrote persuasive letters to the U.S. Stamp committee in an effort to have their chosen figure's image on a stamp. Students dressed up as Civil War characters and classes throughout the school took turns visiting the exhibit.

    Harding Avenue’s fifth-grade students also took part in the “Abraham Lincoln: From Rail Splitter to President” presentation with actor, singer and story maker Lou DelBianco. Dressed as President Lincoln, Mr. DelBianco shared stories of Lincoln’s life, acting out anecdotes and reading from historical documents. “My hope is that the students recognize the perseverance needed by Abraham Lincoln to not only educate himself but to become a legislator, a lawyer and then president of the United States.”

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  • Fifth-grade students of West Gates Elementary School recently participated in the “Trial of Goldilocks,” a curriculum-based cultural arts program written and directed by Hofstra law professor Glen Vogel. The program introduces students to the basic elements of the legal system, strengthens developing skills such as higher order thinking, sequencing and public speaking and improves the students reading and writing skills.

    After a series of push-in lessons and preparation, the students, donned the costumes of familiar fairy tale characters and took to the courtroom, a gymnasium in which they acted out a scene in which Goldilocks is on trial, charged with criminal mischief, trespassing and petit larceny.

    The judge, a member of the West Gates staff, and members of the fourth-grade jury heard evidence from the prosecution and defense and delivered a verdict.

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  • Fifth-grade students of West Gates Elementary School recently participated in the “Trial of Goldilocks,” a curriculum-based cultural arts program written and directed by Hofstra law professor Glen Vogel.

    The program introduces students to the basic elements of the legal system, strengthens developing skills such as higher order thinking, sequencing and public speaking and improves the students reading and writing skills. After a series of push-in lessons and preparation, the students, donned the costumes of familiar fairy tale characters and took to the courtroom, a gymnasium in which they acted out a scene in which Goldilocks is on trial, charged with criminal mischief, trespassing and petit larceny.

    The judge, a member of the West Gates staff, and members of the fourth-grade jury heard evidence from the prosecution and defense and delivered a verdict. 

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March 2019

  • On March 28, members of the district community enjoyed the 14th annual “Evening of Dance” performances held at Lindenhurst High School. The evening was filled with beautiful music, dancers and costumes. Members of the inaugural middle school dance program took to the stage this year joining the high school dancers for the first time. The Lindenhurst dance program is one of the few on Long Island taught by an accredited dance teacher, Kristine Lyons, and attracts serious dance students.

    Donning colorful costumes, and playing popular music, the students demonstrated dance genres including ballet, modern, lyrical, jazz, hip-hop and more. The dancers worked hard to present a show that was a varied representation of dancing styles. With close to 20 performances, they did just that.

    “I am in awe of these students and their talent,” said Ms. Lyons, who also serves as the director of choreography. “Watching them grow as dancers has been a transformation of love for me every day.”

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  • Earlier today, March 14, Lindenhurst High School conducted a number of activities in recognition of the victims of the Parkland, Florida tragedy. As detailed in an earlier letter to parents, the events were established with the input and cooperation of high school student leaders. Activities included a moment of silence at 10 a.m., a brief reading on mindfulness, a classroom discussion and a poster that students could sign in support of students and staff at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.

    Plans also called for a brief memorial to be held in the school’s courtyard for interested students. Unfortunately, due to the inclement weather yesterday, we were not able to allow students to gather in the courtyard. Instead, students were invited to exit their classrooms and link arms in solidarity in the hallway during the moment of silence before returning to the classroom to hold discussions for the remainder of the outlined seventeen minutes. 

    In a letter to parents, the district communicated that these activities were planned with the safety and security of our students in mind; therefore, a school walkout outside of the school building was not condoned. It was also communicated that the district’s Code of Conduct would be enforced.   

    Any Lindenhurst High School students who chose to walkout of school this morning, did so peacefully and respectfully; however, they were in violation of the Code of Conduct. The district must remain consistent – regardless of a student’s intent or cause – in enforcing the Code.  

    Initially, it was determined that the students would each face the outlined consequence for disruption to the school day, as the walkout required the redeployment of security throughout the building and complicated the teachers’ abilities to manage classroom attendance ensuring student safety. However, this decision has been re-evaluated based on a series of factors including a review of the students’ records, the peaceful nature of their protest and the fact that the poor weather conditions required a last minute deviation from the outlined plan with limited time to effectively communicate those changes. As such, the administration has downgraded the disciplinary action to reflect a less severe offense.  

    While we respect the students’ desires to make their voices heard, our paramount priority is always student safety. Our Code of Conduct outlines the rules we believe will aid in our mission to keep students safe, and as such, they must be adhered to.

  • The district congratulates this year’s top 20 students from Lindenhurst High School’s Class of 2018. These students have obtained the highest academic rankings among their peers. They are:

    • Sahil Kapoor - valedictorian
    • Luke Korzenko – salutatorian
    • Justyna Filipkowski
    • Kaylee Orellana
    • Richard Pawelkiewicz
    • Christopher Damone
    • Adam Kulaczkowski
    • Sara Husain
    • Carmen Shum
    • Natalie Ward
    • Danielle McInerney
    • Diana Hunt
    • Patrycja Ciemniewska
    • Carly McMann
    • Jonathan Sauer
    • Julia Gawronska
    • Vicki Guo
    • Julie McKenna
    • Alexandra Wyman
    • Sydney Alfano

    “On behalf of the entire Lindenhurst family, I would like to congratulate our top 20 students,” said Principal Dr. Clinton Grant. “We are extremely proud of you and the example you set for others. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.”

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  • Earlier this morning, March 8, a teacher at Lindenhurst Middle School overheard an exchange between students that included a verbal threat made by one of the students. School officials immediately contacted the Suffolk County Police Department, who is currently investigating the situation. The student in question has been removed from class and will be disciplined according to the district’s Code of Conduct. 

    There are rumors circulating throughout the community that the middle school is on lockdown. This is not true. The school was never placed on lockdown, as the student who issued the threat was immediately removed from class.  

    Please be assured that student safety is our top priority. Any threat of violence is taken extremely seriously and will be reported to the authorities. We commend the teacher who acted quickly to report the matter to school officials and continue to encourage the entire school community to report anything that might be of concern.

  • Students throughout the district celebrated national Read Across America on March 2 in a myriad of ways. The day honors the birthday of the late Dr. Seuss, author of many famous children’s books including “Horton Hears A Who!,” “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” and “There’s a Wocket in My Pocket!”

    Lindenhurst High School student council members recently organized an event in which high school students volunteered to visit the district’s elementary schools and read to the young students. Additionally, they shared Seuss-themed stickers, bookmarks and word searches with classes and gave each student in the class a certificate of participation in the day.

    At Lindenhurst Middle School, many teachers served as guest readers and acted out various stories, essays and poems throughout the day for students. A variety of Dr. Seuss books were read, along with other selections.

    Students in Lisa Cognato’s first-grade class at Albany Avenue celebrated the author through a series of academic Seuss-themed centers to reinforce skills such as comparing and contrasting, writing number sentences and solving problems, and following directions. At the end of the day, students enjoyed a special “Cat in the Hat” treat.

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  • The 2018 Olympic Games in Pyeongchang, South Korea have not only inspired patriotism among students in the district but also scientific curiosity. Fourth-grade students of West Gates Avenue Elementary School and third-grade students of William Rall Elementary School recently took part in STEM activities designed to reflect the Olympic theme. In small teams, using materials such as aluminum foil, pipe cleaners, and washers students created plans and constructed bobsleds, curling rocks and ski jumpers. Using the scientific method, the students tested their equipment, made modifications and retested until they were confident their creation would take the gold in a class competition.

    The fifth-grade students of Valerie Dietrich and Jen Villardi’s class at William Rall Elementary School got creative in a different way. Those students used their researching skills to create group Google Slide presentations in which they explored their favorite Olympic events in greater depth following a set criteria. Presentations, which included music, video clips and photographs, were researched, designed and presented by each group to their fellow classmates in front of a “panel of judges” (the classroom teachers).

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February 2018

  • Students in Malia Guzman’s and Alicia Walsh’s first-grade class at Alleghany Avenue Elementary School celebrated Valentine’s Day with some very special people. Students welcomed a parent, grandparent or other important person in their life to join them for the “Special Person Day” celebration in class. Each student read a piece of writing about their guest and presented their special person with a tissue paper flower. The guests were then invited to stay and enjoy snacks with the class.

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  • Ten district student-athletes have committed to play their respective sports at the collegiate level.                 

    Long Island football champions Nick Anzalone and Jeremy Ruckert will continue to play football next year: Anzalone at Bryant University and Ruckert at Ohio State University. Volleyball players Jason Koehler and Thomas Renick will find themselves on the courts of Springfield College in Massachusetts and St. Joseph’s College in Patchogue, New York, respectively.            

    In September, Lindenhurst girls varsity soccer players Erika Breitfeller and Lily Poplawski and boys varsity soccer player Sean Kennedy will attend Fairfield University in Connecticut, Adelphi University in Garden City and Lynchburg University in Virginia, respectively.            

    Megan Steinman will play basketball at SUNY Oswego, Christopher Kurtz will continue his fencing at Stevens Institute of Technology in New Jersey, and Daniel Micozzi will swim for Wilkes University in Pennsylvania come September.            

    Parents, coaches and administrators were pleased to recognize the students’ accomplishments as well as their commitment decisions. Additionally, Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics Anthony Amesti presented Jeremy Ruckert with a trophy for having also been named the Gatorade Player of the Year.

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  • Students of the district recently took part in the Valentines for Veterans program. Children were invited to decorate cards and add personal touches to their work in hopes of showing their support and offering their well-wishes for those brave servicemen and women who served the country. Assemblywoman Kimberly Jean-Pierre, who initiated the project, had her Community Relations Director, Lasheca Lewis, collect the cards to deliver them to the servicemen and women who live locally and those who are serving oversees. 

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  • Please be advised that elementary swim lesson registration will be held on Saturday, March 3 from 8 -10 am at the high school pool.

    $35 per child and checks/money orders should be made out to "Lindenhurst Schools."

    Please be advised that classes run on Saturday during the school year. 

  • Please be advised that Lindenhurst Union Free School District Board of Education Community Forum meetings will no longer will be held at district schools. Effective immediately, all business meetings and community forums will be held at the Margaret McKenna Administration Building located at 350 Daniel St., Lindenhurst. 

  • Each month, the students in Christine Locher’s positive behavior class at Lindenhurst Middle School explore character traits and social skills. While exploring the ideals of selflessness and charity, the students researched the American Heart Association and its Little Hats Big Hearts program which collects baby hats for babies born with congenital heart disease, in addition to raising awareness for living heart health.

    Expanding upon one student’s interest in crochet, the class took up the skill and put it to good use for the cause. The class set a goal to crochet 100 caps between the months of November and January and surpassed that goal by 29 caps.

    The hats were collected by Michele Gervat, director of community health for the American Heart Association, who explained to the students that the caps would be used on babies in numerous Long Island hospitals. 

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January 2018

  • The district congratulates the Lindenhurst High School DECA club for their performance during the Suffolk County Community College Regional Competition. The district is proud to announce that with more than 2,500 students from Suffolk County competing, Lindenhurst fared extremely well with 32 students as county champions. This reflects 12 more county champions in Lindenhurst than last year. The students can now move to the state championships in Rochester, New York.

    Olasunkonmi Agunloye- Basic Marketing
    Kacper Baldyga- Travel & Tourism Team
    Kabir Bareja- Job Interview
    Emily Bridglal- Visual Advertising
    Alihan Cakiralioglu- Principles of Hospitality & Tourism
    Sophia Castellano- Food Marketing
    Patrycia Ciemniewska- Automotive Services Marketing
    Stephanie Conway- Personal Financial Literacy
    Victoria Frangella- Job Interview
    Jack Frischkorn- Marketing Communications
    Michael Frischkorn- Basic Marketing
    Victoria Frischkorn- Public Speaking
    Sahil Kappor- Marketing Management Team
    Adam Kulaczkowski- Travel & Tourism Team
    Thomas LaBianca- Human Resources Management
    David Laziuk- Business Finance
    Victoria Low- Personal Financial Literacy
    Kimmarie McCrann- Quick Serve Restaurant Management
    Mark McHugh- Marketing Communications
    Angelina MenDell- Job Interview
    Adesuwa Osenmwegie- Public Speaking
    Krishnam Patel- Marketing Management Team
    Mya Proscio- Retail Merchandising
    Isabella Salinas- Apparel & Accessories Marketing
    Luke Savinetti- Marketing Management Team
    Colin Sherlock- Food Marketing
    Dana Storm- Business Management & Administration
    Veronica Szygalowicz- Accounting Applications
    Serkan Tabaru- Automotive Services Marketing
    Christie VanFlorcke- Apparel & Accessories Marketing
    Nicolette Vita- Marketing Management Team
    Jake Volmuth- Basic Marketing

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  • Please be advised that if your child will be attending a non-public or private school or will require before and/or after school childcare in the upcoming 2018-19 school year, you will be required to complete an on-line application provided by the Lindenhurst Union Free School District no later than April 1st, 2018.              

    The application can be found in the transportation section of this website.              

    New enrollees will be required to register by appointment with Central Registration in addition to completing the online application. Appointments can be made by calling 631-867-3055.              

    Please note that in order for the district to provide effective routing for eligible residents, the On-line application must be submitted by the aforementioned April 1st deadline, which this year falls on a Sunday. Please plan accordingly.

  • Fifth-grade students of Harding Avenue Elementary School in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District recently explored Long Island Geology with Tracy Marcus, a marine youth education specialist at Cornell Cooperative Extension.

    Building upon their science curriculum studies, the students learned that Long Island was formed by glaciers and then compared the resulting geology of the North and South shores. Throughout the interactive lesson, students learned new vocabulary, created a 3-D map of Long Island for their classroom and explored how sand migration and wave power are impacting Long Island beaches.

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  • The students of Caitlin Farrell’s 10:1:1 class at Harding Avenue Elementary School have been exploring the various holiday traditions celebrated in countries throughout the world.

    Using Google Earth, Mrs. Farrell showed the students their chosen countries, Sweden, Mexico, Ireland, Germany and South Africa, and discussed their locations in relation to the school’s location. Each student group completed a traditional holiday craft from the country they studied and used Google Slides to create a visual display showcasing the country’s customs, food and other holiday traditions.

    On the presentation day, Jan. 12, the students of Harding Avenue School cycled through Mrs. Farrell’s classroom visiting the various stations arranged for each country explored. The students answered their schoolmates’ questions and shared the information they discovered while researching the countries, including various greetings in the country’s native tongue as learned using Google Translate. 

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  • On Jan. 12 and 13, the Lindenhurst High School Thespian Troupe performed its winter musical with a production of “Footloose” under the guest direction of Levittown teacher Paige Hardison.

    The show, based on the popular 1984 movie, tells the story of Ren McCormack (Salvatore Coppola), a teenage boy moving from Chicago to a small mid-western town in which rock-and-roll music and dancing were made illegal after an accident that took the life of four young members of the community. Finding it difficult to acclimate to this rigid way of life, Ren uses the encouragement of his new friend Willard Hewitt (Ben Esposito) and love interest, Ariel Moore (Kyara Dunleavy) to go up against Ariel’s influential father Rev. Shaw Moore (Kevin Dyson) and the city council to get the law overturned.            

    The school’s orchestra, led by director Kevin Pike, along with musical director, Charles Pramneiks, performed familiar tunes such as “Footloose,” “Let’s Hear it for the Boy” and “Almost Paradise” with great talent while the stage and lighting crews set the stage for wonderful performances and choreography.

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  • CLICK HERE to review the January edition of the My Lindy e-newsletter. 

  • The 2018-19 Lindenhurst High School course selection book has now been made available. CLICK HERE to review the course offerings.

  • In December, fourth- and fifth-grade students of William Rall Elementary School took part in the school’s annual Scripps National Spelling Bee. The students qualified for a spot after winning their class bees.              

    Students took on many complicated words with confidence. After several rounds, only two contestants remained – fifth-graders Anthony Garland and Kerem Satar. Anthony emerged as the winner by correctly spelling “testament.”           

    As a school winner, Anthony will now be able to compete in the Hofstra Long Island Regional Spelling Bee in February 2018. 

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  • The students of Alleghany Avenue Elementary School in the Lindenhurst Union Free School District were recently visited by taekwondo instructor, “Master” Danny Foran of Grand Master Lee’s Tae Kwon Do studio, who shared with them some valuable information about being a leader and standing up to bullying.

    Master Danny, a nine-year veteran of the NYPD, explored with students in grades kindergarten through fifth, what it means to be a leader, and what characteristics a leader exudes. He encouraged students to think outside the box and explore what the bully may be feeling. He explained that students could be the difference in the life of the person being bullied, or the bully if they chose to be a leader.

    “You can make all the difference if you treat people the way you would like to be treated, only better.”

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  • The district recently recognized 87 students with the prestigious Presidential Service Award, given to those who complete a minimum of 50 hours of community service.

    The students were honored during a PTA council meeting at the Lindenhurst High School, and presented with a certificate, pin and a letter from the United States president written on official White House letterhead. Also in attendance at the ceremony were members of the district administration and several local politicians and their representatives.

    Thirty-nine students were recognized as Bronze Award recipients, 28 as Silver Award recipients and 20 students were recognized as Gold Award recipients. A special acknowledgement was granted to Lindenhurst students Kaitlin Solich (92.5 hours), Justyna Filipkowski (354 hours) and Jarred Navarro (649.5 hours), who accumulated the greatest number of hours of service for their respective age groups.  

    The district congratulates all of the service award recipients. 

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June 2012

  • Student-athletes from throughout the Lindenhurst School District were honored at a special awards ceremony for participation in the Nassau County Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged.

    The ceremony honored those athletes who participated in the games, as well as their buddies who helped them train and prepare. Student-athletes were recognized individually and given well-deserved medals and ribbons.

    “The games and the award ceremony are special for these students and their buddies,” said physical education teacher and coordinator Richard Price. Thank you to the games committee, the teachers, and classroom aides who helped to make the evening special.

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  • Lindenhurst High School students in Rich Weeks’ German class raised $1,680- for Police Officer Geoffery Breitkopf, who lost his life in a tragic accident in the line of duty as well as former student James Ossenfort, who sustained serious injuries as a result of a car accident.

    The students raised the money from bake sales and a weightlifting fundraiser, as part of "World Kindness Week" which the kids put together in May. “The students were awesome in raising the money,” said German teacher Mr. Weeks.

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  • Students from throughout Lindenhurst participated in the Nassau County Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged, held recently at the Mitchel Athletic Complex. Festivities began with a parade of athletes in the opening ceremony. Athletes, buddies, faculty, parents, aides, and administrators were all there to cheer on the athletes in various track and field events, as well as slalom, swimming, wheelchair basketball and ping pong.

    True Lindy Pride was evident, as participants wore green t-shirts. The students joined in spirited competition against each other and other schools from throughout Long Island. Students were excited to receive prizes for participation in various events. This year’s games were coordinated by Harding Avenue Elementary School’s Richard Price.

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  • The 2012 Senior Awards Ceremony, held in the Lindenhurst High School auditorium, honored students with various citations, honors, and scholarships. The testimonials recognized excellence and achievement by Lindenhurst High School seniors. Congratulations to all.

  • The Lindenhurst Council of Parent Teacher Associations presented scholarships to rewarding Lindenhurst High School graduating seniors, as a part of the end-of-year meeting. Congratulations to the following winners:

    Dr. Anthony J. Pecorale Highest Scholastic Average - John Rinaldi

    Lawrence Lobaugh Scholarship - Christopher Thomson

    Howard J. Triani Memorial - Danielle Vozzo

    Grace Marie McGraw Memorial - Matthew Reddington

    Further Studies -  Kayla Erb, Brittany Berrent, Samantha McPadden, Megan Donohue

    Additionally, Linda Williams, Laura Chapter and Daniel Giordano were recognized for their hard work and dedication and received special National PTA Awards. Congratulations to all of the award winners.

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  • Service with Pride

    Lindenhurst Middle School’s Breakfast for Champions for the month of June honored those students who gave a special effort in the areas of service. This special group served the school as runners, officers of the honor society and student council, as well as made announcements. “These students are an amazing asset to Lindenhurst Middle School,” said Principal Frank Naccarato.

    Lindenhurst Middle School continues to honor those students with a Breakfast for Champions at the Lindencrest Diner. Each month through the school year, select students are recognized for their excellent achievements in and out of the classroom. The breakfast included parents, teachers and administrators. This month’s special guest sponsor was Rocco Muratore, Vice President of Mutual, Inc, a financial planning company.

    Congratulations to the June Breakfast for Champions honorees: Marissa Anzalone, Gabi Barone, Samantha Caracciola, Vicky Castellano, Mary Cullen, Emma Gillam, Nick Governanti, Haley Gustavson, Paige McDonald, Kristin Puk, Danielle Saracino, Sabrina Scali, Nicole Schaumeyer, Bridget Shanley, and Taylor Trovato.

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May 2012

  • The William Rall Big Help and Student Council are having a charity garage sale

    Saturday June 2nd from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

    761 North Wellwood Avenue

    The event is happening rain or shine
     (rain=inside; shine=parking lot)

    If you would like to donate, please drop off to the boy's locker room

    Thank you for your support

    For additional information:
    jscala@lindenhurstschools.org
    vdietrich@lindenhurstschools.org

  • The Lindenhurst High School student council dramatized the consequences of drinking and driving with “Shattered Dreams,” a program that promotes responsible decision making by high school students regarding drinking and driving.

    This event includes a mock accident scene in which several students are seriously injured as a result of the decision to drink and drive. The dramatic reenactment behind the high school included a mock auto crash caused by drivers who drank. “I only had two beers,” yelled Nicole, as a part the reenactment.

    The junior and senior classes looked on as various community entities, the Suffolk County Police Department, two local Lindenhurst fire departments, EMS paramedics, and representatives from Johnston’s Wellwood Funeral Home, responded to the mock scene.

    This is the tenth year the student council has presented the program. “The purpose of the program is to promote responsible decision-making,” explained Student Council advisors Heidi Campbell and Megan Scharf.

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  • William Rall Elementary School held an Olympic Opening Ceremony, complete with speeches, a torch lighting, and a teacher synchronizing swimming event to begin the school’s annual field day festivities. There was plenty of spirit to be found in the Rall gymnasium. Each grade donned a different colored field day t-shirt.

    Fifth-grade students Shay McCandless and Corey Voonerveld, this year’s Suffolk Zone athletic winners, led the students with opening speeches, educating fellow students on the history of the Olympics.

    Teachers’ Association of Lindenhurst (TAL) award winners Andrew Orlando, Samantha Lam, Anthony Normile, Julia Orzechowska, Matthew Aydin and Austin Martinez led the torch ceremony.

    Rall teachers performed a synchronized swimming dance to the tune of One Direction’s “What Makes You Beautiful.” Teachers wore colorful bathing caps as students sang their hearts out with loud spirited voices. 

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  • Congratulations to the Lindenhurst Middle School students who go “above and beyond” and are “all-around outstanding people” who were honored at the May Breakfast for Champions at the Lindencrest Diner.

    Each month, selected students are honored for their achievements with a breakfast at the diner. This month’s breakfast was sponsored by the Teachers Association of Lindenhurst (TAL). Students, parents, teachers and administrators enjoyed a breakfast to recognize those students nominated by their teachers.

    The May champions were: Gabi Barone, Charles Bencivengo, Tim Clyne, Gabrielle Dellaro, Anthony Gagliardi, Jessica Hannah, Natalia Kijek, Paula Laziuk, Michelle Lemaire, Michael Margulis, Mikolaj Matyjaszek, Julien Rosario, Vincent Siciliano, and Kimberly Walters.

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  • Lindenhurst High School’s Physical Education department conducted a two-day workshop for all students on wheelchair basketball. Wheelchair basketball is considered one of the major sports played by disabled people. Jay Soricelli, the coordinator for the Town of Brookhaven’s Wheelchair Sports, gave an informative talk to students on his experience and the rules associated with the game. Students sat in supplied wheelchairs and played several five-minute basketball games.

    Mr. Soricelli is also a part of the New York Rollin’ Knicks, sponsored by professional basketball’s New York Knicks. The team practices once a week and averages 40 home and away games per season. Rollin’ Knicks athletes also visit communities such as Lindenhurst to promote wheelchair basketball. “Rollin’ Knick team members show sportsmanship, determination and commitment,” said Mr. Soricelli.

    The New York Rollin’ Knicks are a member of the National Wheelchair Basketball Association, which was founded in 1948 and has more than 200 men’s, women’s, and youth teams throughout the United States and Canada.

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  • The Lindenhurst Middle School Select Chorus and Jazz Band ventured to New Jersey and participated in the annual “Music in the Parks” festival. Students from both groups performed and competed against other schools in the tri-state area.

    After the performances, students spent the afternoon riding the rides and enjoyed Six Flags Great Adventure. The day concluded with an awards ceremony at which Lindenhurst was triumphant. The Select Chorus walked away with first place in their division and a rating of “Superior.” The Jazz Band also won first place in their division. Both groups won the coveted “Esprit de Corps” award for best school spirit and overall behavior.

    Music teachers Candice Rice, Kathleen Reilly, and Kelly Hayes said, “We couldn’t be more proud of the Lindy Pride exhibited by the students.” In addition, Jazz Band percussionist Ryan O’Connor won best soloist of the day.

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  • Elementary Summer Swim Registration

    Tuesday, June 26th, 6:00 pm outside High School pool

    $35 per child per session – please make check payable to Lindenhurst Schools

    Each two week session will have classes running at 9:00, 9:45, 10:30, and 11:15 am

    Sessions will begin on Mondays:

    • July 9th
    • July 23rd
    • August 6th
  • Vote now for Lindenhurst High School in the Mascot Dash.
    We made it to Heat Five. Please cast your vote.  Go Lindy!

    Click Here to Vote

  • Congratulations to the Lindenhurst High School
    New York State Public High School Athletic Association
    Spring Scholar-Athlete teams

    GIRLS TRACK & FIELD    Coach Steve Gosline             94.687
    BOYS TENNIS                  Coach Debi Bonanduci          93.861
    BOYS TRACK & FIELD     Coach George Smawley        93.799
    GIRLS LACROSSE           Coach Tom Carro                   93.255
    GIRLS BADMINTON         Coach Charles Brostowski    92.258
    SOFTBALL                        Coach Rick Caravaggio        91.636
    BOYS BADMINTON          Coach Charles Brostowski   90.000

  • Congratulations to the Lindenhurst High School Girls Volleyball and Football student-athletes who signed National Letters of Intent to play at the collegiate level and will be continuing their education on an athletic or academic scholarship.

    Girls Volleyball:
    Aly Marchino – Pace University
    Ajsha Mekulovic – Adelphi University
    Megan Pisciotta – Farmingdale State College

    Football:
    Carlos Arguello – State University of New York at Buffalo
    Joe Lukralle – State University of New York at Cortland
    Keith Meisner – Lebanon Valley College
    John Shaughnessy – Western Connecticut State University
    Ken Skon – Bowdoin College
    Matt Tait – Thiel College
    Alec Wrieth – Widener University

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  • Click Here to Vote for Lindenhurst High School's Samantha Berry for KJOY's Teacher of the Month. 

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  • Knighthorse Theatre Company, a Shakespearean troupe dedicated to making Shakespeare “cool,” performed various scenes for Lindenhurst High School students. Knighthorse is a non-profit traveling theater company dedicated to bringing live art into schools. The program was funded by Arts-In-Education through the Fine and Performing Arts Department.

    The workshops were led by Tyrus and Amy Lemerande, who combine Shakespeare with improvisation, storytelling and stand-up comedy. They strive to help students understand and relate Shakespeare to everyday life. There is no scenery, and props are kept to a minimum.

    Students were exposed to various acts and scenes from different Shakespeare plays that are studied per grade level each day. Monday was dedicated to the ninth-grade students, viewing various acts from Romeo and Juliet; Tuesday, the tenth graders enjoyed Macbeth; Wednesday, the eleventh-grade students watched Othello; and Thursday, the twelfth graders enjoyed Hamlet. Knighthorse also presented a special 40-minute workshop on teaching strategies for the English Department on “Teaching Shakespeare to 21st Century students.”

    “We want to make Shakespeare cool again,” Tyrus explained. “As an actor, I talk to the students, sit down next to them and hope students were able to think out of the box about Shakespeare.”

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  • Lindenhurst High School seniors Amanda Takach and Nicolas Deciutiis are the Grand Prize winners in the Long Island Family and Consumer Sciences Challenge 2012 for the “Let Them Eat Cake” contest. The competition is open to student entrants from high schools throughout Long Island. The LIFACS professionals started the competition three years ago with various culinary categories.

    Amanda and Nicolas’ creation was “A Walk through Candyland” and measured three feet by six feet. The students used modeling chocolate and fondant to craft characters and scenes from the board game Candyland.

    Amanda and Nicolas were presented with awards and certificates at a special end- of-year dinner. “Amanda and Nicolas truly deserved the special honor of Grand Prize,” said Culinary Arts teachers Stefana Lipari, Caroline Naluai and Heather Reismiller. Both Amanda and Nicolas will be attending Johnson & Wales University in the fall, studying Culinary Arts and Pastry Arts, respectively.

    "Let Them Eat Cake" Video

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  • The Lindenhurst Band Parent Association would like to welcome
    parents of 8th graders and current high school band members
    to attend the next meeting …

    June 12 at 7:30 P.M. in room 159 at Lindenhurst High School.

    Also, the Lindenhurst Band Parent Association is having an "Adventureland" day on July 3rd.
    They will be selling wristbands at a discounted price as a fundraiser.

    For More Information:
    Donna Triolo
    donna692@optonline.net

  • William Rall Elementary School students in Laura Raccomandato’s first-grade class had some extra fun with their reading. They went outdoors and enjoyed reading from their book baggies and taking in some sun. Students sat outside for 30 minutes engulfed in their books. “It was an awesome sight,” exclaimed teacher Laura Raccomandato.

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  • The Lindenhurst High School digital photography club held its annual Night of Photography in the school lobby to showcase various club member photos. In addition, the students held a Chinese auction and magnet sale to raise money for the club.

    Advisor Suzette Picozzi said, “The students worked extremely hard all year and the evening truly showcased their best works.”

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  • More than 300 students and over 60 countries were represented at Lindenhurst Middle School’s eighth annual International Day. In teams of two or three, middle school seventh and eighth graders set up booths that detailed different countries from around the world. Students displayed photos and memorabilia and served traditional foods from the countries they had researched. They also played music native to these countries.

    Click here for Slideshow

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  • The thirty-sixth annual Teachers Association of Lindenhurst (TAL) award ceremony was held on May 14 at Lindenhurst High School. This year’s theme was “Education: Your Window to the World.”

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  • Voters in the Lindenhurst School District approved the 2012-2013 budget proposal by a vote of 1836 to 1289. The budget reflects an estimated tax increase of 2.45% for the average Lindenhurst homeowner.

    Donna Hochman, Patty Ames, and Mary Ellen Cunningham were elected as Board Trustees.

    "We worked very hard on this budget, and it’s fiscally responsible while maintaining as much program as possible,” said Superintendent Richard Nathan  “We were able to maintain such programs as full-day kindergarten and a full sports program. We’ll be able to continue to be able to be the home of great schools.”

    Click Here to View the Budget Information Page

  • The eleventh annual Celebration of the Arts was held at Lindenhurst High School on May 12, showcasing the fine and performing arts from all of the district’s schools.

    Take a look at the slideshow from Celebration of the Arts 2012. Click here

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  • The Lindenhurst High School Business Department offers a Microsoft Office Specialist certification that gives students the ability to differentiate themselves in today's competitive job market and broaden their employment opportunities by displaying advanced skills. These professional-level examinations are challenging timed online assessments. More than 20 Lindenhurst High School students are now certified in Microsoft Word.

    The following students received specialist status by Microsoft for Word: Sean Biegen, Matthew Blumenthal, Paul Bosch, Anthony Brower, Jacky Chen, Amari Clanton, Rushik Desai, Nico Eden, Paula Estada, Charles Flynn, Lorelle Ginel, Daniel Giuglianotti, Julita Jablonska, Holly Kaiser, Ryan Kerr, Monica Kuil, Jonathan Locavre, Christian Lowe, Sara Masiello, Patrick McCann, Oleh Mir, and Shweta Pawa. Business Department teacher Rose Truglio said, “The certification program truly enables students to get ahead.” 

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  • William Rall Elementary School’s kindergarteners engaged in a wedding between the letters Q and U. The students dressed up and enjoyed a special ceremony for the letters. There were bridesmaids, groomsmen, and flowers, as they pronounced Mr. Q and Ms. U as husband and wife. After the ceremony, kindergarteners enjoyed wedding cake and apple juice.

    The students learned about why U must accompany Q in order to create words. Teacher Heather Paglino organized the big “Land of the Letter” wedding with the other kindergarten teachers and assistants. “The wedding helps kindergarteners remember that the letters Q and U always stay together in words,” exclaimed Ms. Paglino.

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  • The National Art Honor Society's Fashion Show Fundraiser successfully raised $1,500 for St. Jude's Childrens Hospital and donated more than 50 dresses to Sloan Kettering's Hospital Ball. Caroline Naluai’s culinary club provided the food and Mike on the Mic, the music.

    Many thanks to the evening’s chairperson Kayla Erb, co-chairperson Samantha McPadden, and Advisor Cecelia Mattera. A special thank you the LaMorte family.

    Click here for slideshow.

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  • Teacher's Association of Lindenhurst is sponsoring Stuff-a-Bus Food Drive

    Bring your non-perishables and food items.
    All donations will be given to a local pantry.

    Saturday, May 12, 2012 - 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
    King Kullen Shopping Center - 600 Wellwood Avenue

    When you give food, you give hope.

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  • The 11th annual Celebration of the Arts will be held at Lindenhurst High School on May 12, 1 - 4 p.m.

    Lindenhurst students will showcase the fine and performing arts.

    Families, friends, and community members are invited to view the talents of Lindenhurst students in the visual arts, theater, dance, instrumental and choral performance.

  • Lindenhurst High School baseball coach Mike Canobbio and Lindenhurst High School former wrestling coach Joe Russo were inducted into the Suffolk County Sports Hall of Fame. Canobbio won his 500th game last season and Russo served as a coach with the Bulldogs from 1979-2004.

    Congratulations to Mike and Joe! 

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  • Congratulations to the Alleghany Avenue Elementary School students who raised $4,676.43 in the annual math-a-thon to benefit the children at St. Judes Hospital. “These students should all be extremely proud of their accomplishments,” said AIS math teacher Darlene Metz.

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  • One hundred ten Lindenhurst High School students participated in the sixth annual Bulldog triathlon. The event was coordinated by Angelo Cioffaletti and the high school’s physical education department. Students swam 200 yards, biked five miles and ran/jogged/walked two miles.

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  • Chrisann Fabio, the Community Relations Specialist in the System Safety Department of the Long Island Railroad, visited Lindenhurst Middle School’s Family and Consumer Science classes and spoke about railroad track safety. The school program, called T.R.A.C.K.S. (Together Railroads And Communities Keeping Safe) is dedicated to addressing the issues and insuring the safety of the LIRR customers, employees, and communities.

    Each year, young children, teenagers, and young adults are injured and lose their lives as a result of train accidents. The lesson emphasized the importance of staying off the tracks, platform safety, railroad crossings, and the dangers of the third rail. “The key is control, always be in control of yourself,” said Ms. Fabio. “With trains, you can’t say ‘hold on a minute.’”

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  • West Gates Avenue Elementary students successfully raised more than $8,700 for the American Heart Association for the annual “Jump Rope for Heart” fundraiser.

    Students enjoyed working with Mark Rothstein and his “World of Jump Roping.” Mr. Rothstein is an educator, role model, and entertainer. His show consisted of various rope jumping exhibitions and interactive character building skits.

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  • The Teachers’ Association of Lindenhurst Spring Cleaning!

    Clean out your closets with a purpose!

    The Teachers’ Association of Lindenhurst will be holding a clothing drive for Dress for Success. Dress for Success is a not-for-profit organization that strives to assist financially disadvantaged women, succeed in the workplace. We will be collecting gently used, professional clothing, shoes, and accessories. All sizes are welcome.

    Boxes will be placed in each building for donations.

    For More Information:
    Jean Christiansen at LMS (x3500)

  • Join us at the premier Star-Studded faculty event of...

    Dancing with the Teachers

    Friday, May 4th - 7 p.m. at Lindenhurst Middle School

    $6 admission - Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

    Intermission will feature Snack Bar and Raffle Baskets.

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April 2012

  • Science Lights Up Lindy

    The district held its third annual “Evening of Science” at Lindenhurst High School attended by more than 800 elementary students and parents. Michael Polochak, with the assistance of high school science teachers and students from the Lindenhurst Science Club, created approximately two dozen hands-on science activities, demonstrations, and interactive stations for elementary students to explore.
    Stations included experiments on the senses of touch, smell and sound, a fossil dig station, a simulation of a sunken forest, and activities and demonstrations concerning insects and bugs, live reptiles, tornados, electricity, and the science of cooking.

    The hallways were filled with additional displays on centrifugal force, the human body, and magnetism. Attendees had the opportunity to make their own bird feeders and go magnet fishing. The students and parents also enjoyed a Mad Science Workshop during which they created “gak,” glow-in-the-dark “gunk,” and had fun with dry ice.

    “It’s great to see the hard work all the high school students put into creating these hands-on stations, which led to such a wonderful experience for our elementary students,” commented Lindenhurst School District’s Science Coordinator Janna Ostroff.

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  • West Gates Avenue Elementary School’s English as a Second Language (ESL) students were treated to a special lesson, as a part of their learning about community helpers.

    Suffolk County Police Officer Krolikiewicz and his canine partner Beamer came to the school to give a lesson about police dogs in the Canine Unit. Officer Krolikiewicz showed the students various skills Beamer is trained to perform. Beamer showed students his personality by entertaining with some clever tricks, such as jumping over the fence and opening the door of the police car.

    “Real-life experiences are especially important when learning a second language,” explained teacher Joanna Tofano. “The students were enchanted with the presentation about canine police responsibilities.”

    Click here for slideshow

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  • The Lindenhurst High School Thespian Troupe presents…

    The Diary of Anne Frank

    Friday, April 27 and Saturday, April 28 - 8 PM
    Lindenhurst High School Auditorium

    For additional information...

  • Lindenhurst Middle School held its annual blood drive, where they collected 58 pints of blood for the New York Blood Center. As a part of the volunteer program, students helped donors fill out forms, escorted them to chairs, and replenished liquids.

    “Giving blood takes so little of our time and effort, but it can save lives," said administrator and program coordinator Patricia Natale. “Thank you to everyone that took the time out to donate.” 

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  • Just Kids, located at the Kellum Street School, is offering limited scholarships for regular education children residing within the Lindenhurst School District to attend their half-day preschool program beginning September 2012. Classes will meet either at 8:30-11 a.m. (morning session) or 12-2:30 p.m. (afternoon session). Parents must provide transportation. Proof of residency will have to be provided to Just Kids upon acceptance into the program. A lottery will be held to select the students to be offered scholarships. If your child is receiving Special Education Services, he/she is not eligible for this scholarship.

    3-Year Old Preschool Scholarships

    4-Year Old Preschool Scholarships

    Applications are due by Monday, April 30, 2012.

    Please contact:
    Linda Kaye, Chairperson
    Preschool Special Education Office
    Lindenhurst Public Schools
    350 Daniel Street
    Lindenhurst, New York 11757

    For questions, please call 867-3110.

  • Congratulations to all the Lindenhurst High School photography students who participated in the Long Island Media Arts Show. The students bolded received "Best in Show" recognition.

    1. Brittany Berrent - Digital Photo Portfolio
    2. Kristina Boccalino - First year Photo
    3. Lauren Buynak - Digital Photo Portfolio
    4. Domonique Caggiano - First year Photo
    5. Melissa Capellini - Digital Photo Portfolio
    6. Jeff Garcia - Digital Photo Portfolio
    7. Kristi Geyer - First year Photo
    8. Briana Gonzalez - Digital Photo Portfolio
    9. Kimberly Lucas - Digital Photo Portfolio
    10. Ashlee Mastromano - Digital Photo Portfolio
    11. Destiny McCullough - Digital Photo Portfolio
    12. Patryk Muczynski - Digital Photo Portfolio
    13. Kaitlin Radziewicz - Advanced Photography
    14. Malania Rodgers - Digital Photo Portfolio
    15. Jenna Rollino - Advanced Photography
    16. Christopher Torres - Advanced Photography
    17. Jeanine Verderosa - Digital Photo Portfolio
    18. Julie Wendelken - Digital Photo Portfolio
    19. Francis Zuber - Digital Photo Portfolio

    "The student's enjoyed the show tremendously and they seemed to get a lot out of the experience," said teacher Suzette Picozzi.

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  • The Board of Education has postponed the budget adoption until Wednesday, April 18, 2012 at 8 p.m. at the McKenna Administration Building.

     

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March 2012

  • West Gates Avenue Elementary School’s second graders dressed up as their favorite character and hosted a wax museum exhibit.

    Second-Grade Wax Museum Slideshow

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  • The Lindenhurst School District and Board of Education held a special ceremony on Saturday, March 24 to rename the Lindenhurst Middle School fields after longtime varsity baseball coach Michael J. Canobbio.

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  • The Lindenhurst Middle School gymnasium was transformed into a gallery of research as the school hosted its annual Science Fair. Sixth and seventh-grade students presented their projects using the scientific methods in a variety of interesting topics.

    Science Fair at Lindenhurst Middle School Slideshow

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  • Lindenhurst High School launched a new program called “Face-It Week.” Throughout the week of March 19-23, students and staff hosted various events focused on issues such as 21st Century teaching, learning, and technology and also to confront the issues of cyber-bullying.

    Here are photos from Rohan Murphy and Tori Wilson's special presentations.

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  • West Gates Avenue Elementary School’s third-grade students participated in the “Journeys into American Indian Territory” program, as an in-school field trip.

    Students learned about Native American cultures from around the world, held Indian artifacts, and even built clay pots. The third graders also sang, danced, listened to a story and played Native-American games that stressed hand-eye coordination. Students were also given the opportunity to walk through the hands-on museum of material culture that included clothing, beadwork, quillwork, dolls, and drums.

    ‘Think before you speak’ was the recurring theme throughout the day. “The students loved making dream catchers and learning about the life of Native Americans,” said third-grade teacher Maria Ierardi.

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  • Tuesday, March 27 - 5:30 p.m.
    Lindenhurst High School
    Open to all students K - 5 

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  • Face-It Week:

    As a community of visionary thinkers, Lindenhurst High School will be hosting FACE-IT WEEK, an unprecedented week-long event that will promote Digital Citizenship and 21st Century Teaching & Learning. During this celebration, students at the high school will partner with their teachers, parents, and other adults to provide technology training (Facebook, Twitter, Skype, Tumblr, Moodle, etc.) and to confront the issue of cyber-bullying. 

    Lindenhurst High School - Friday, March 23, 2012 Schedule

    SPECIAL ASSEMBLIES

    NATIONAL RECORDING ARTIST TORI WILSON (CYBER BULLYING ASSEMBLY)
    Location: Auditorium
    Period: 5 (DANIEL STREET STUDENTS ONLY)
    Periods: 6,7,8 (OPEN TO ALL CLASSES)

    SOCIAL MEDIA FOR THE PROTECTION OF ANIMALS
    Location: Auditorium
    Period: 9 (OPEN TO ALL CLASSES)

    EVENTS FOR CLASSES & STUDENTS AND STAFF ON THEIR FREE PERIODS
    GANGS AND YOUTH (SOLD OUT)
    Location: LMC
    Periods: 3,4,6,7

    DISCUSSION: WHERE ARE YOU ON THE DIGITAL DIVIDE?
    Location: LMC
    Periods: 2 & 6 (Mr. Viggiano's classes only)
    Periods: 7 & 9 (Open to All. Call LMC for reservation)

    POETRY WORKSHOP (SHARE ORIGINAL OR FAVORITE POEMS)
    Location: LMC
    Period: 8

    ROTUNDA EVENT (DURING LUNCH PERIODS)
    Wild and Crazy Food Competition Lindenhurst H.S. Students for Children's Craniofacial Association

    PRIVATE EVENTS
    Peer Leaders Presentation to 9th Graders: Sexual Harassment and Gender Identity
    Location: 9th Grade Social Studies Classes

    Cyber Drama for 9th Grade Girls Only
    Location: TBA
    Periods: 4 & 5

    CELL Phones in the Classroom Debate
    Location: Room 229
    Periods: 4,7,8

    WORKSHOPS FOR STAFF ONLY

    Edmodo: 21st Century Teaching
    Location: LMC L Lab
    Period: 1

    275,000 Free Teaching Resources (Including 5,000 Videos) for Teachers by Teachers
    Location: LMC S Lab
    Period: 1

    Facebook for Educators
    Location: Room 210
    Period: 3

    FaceTime for Educators
    Location: Room 148
    Period: 3

    OoVoo in Classroom
    Location: LMC L Lab
    Period: 9

    * Note: Mr. LaStella's Tumblr Workshop was blocked yesterday. Please let Linda Flannelly know if you would be interested in attending this workshop in the future.

    *Note: Ms. Truglio's Facebook Workshop was blocked on Monday. Please let Linda Flannelly know if you would be interested in attending this workshop in the future.

    Photos from Motivational Speaker Rohan Murphy's Presentation on March 21:
    Rohan Murphy, who lost his legs at birth, started to wrestle his freshman year of high school and went on to wrestle at Penn State University. In addition to wrestling, Mr. Murphy is also an accomplished powerlifter who represents the USA in International competitions.

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  • The Lindenhurst Board of Education and Central Administration have initiated a fair funding email campaign directed at our representatives in state government. This campaign is intended to address the inequality in New York State aid distributed to local school districts.  Please add your voice to the call for equitable funding for Lindenhurst and Long Island.

    Click here for more information

  • Today is PTA Virtual Lobby Day…

    Please take one minute out of your day and call the Governor at 518-474-8390.

    Tell him Lindenhurst Long Island is tired of paying more than our share and
    only receiving back a smaller portion of our school taxes.

    Please take the time, the Lindenhurst students need our help!

  • Congratulations to the March Breakfast for Champions.

    Congratulations to this month’s Breakfast for Champions Jackie Blendermann, Jackie Farnham, Erik Hanke, Robert Kirkland, Anna Kurianowicz, Lisette Luna, Grace Mascio, Danny McKenna, Julia Quinn, Josh Sheridan, Carmen Shum, Yasmin Zohny.

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  • William Rall Elementary School’s Student Council coordinated March “Spirit Days” every Friday during the month of March, to keep children’s spirits up through the end of winter. In mid-March, Rall students celebrated crazy hat and hair day.  Other spirit days include pajama day and mix-it-up day.

    The Student council plans events and community service projects for the school throughout the year, such as Senator Fuschillo’s Toy Drive and Pennies for Patients. Many thanks to council advisors Valerie Dietrich and Dawn Masterson for all their hard work.

    Here are some photos from crazy hat and hair day:

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  • The Lindenhurst Middle School will sponsor a blood drive in connection with the New York Blood Center on March 27, from 3:00 to 8:45 in the middle school cafeteria.

    One key piece to the success of this drive is to have full support of the parents, community members, teachers, administrators, and willing volunteers. 

    Sixth-grade science classes were provided with a presentation of components of the circulatory system, the need for blood donors, blood types, and career exploration in this field. They will serve as "Little Doctors" at the blood drive.

    Please consider donating blood. Thank you for your support.

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  • Save Long Island Public Schools Rally - A Call to Action

    Long Island Schools Rally for Equitable Education Funding.

    Tell our representatives that we want Long Island Tax Dollars supporting Long Island Schools.

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  • The Lindenhurst Union Free School District’s Board of Education is inviting all residents to attend this year’s budget workshops. The workshops will be held at the McKenna Administration Building, 350 Daniel Street, at 7 p.m.

    Tuesday, March 27 - Finalize 2012-2013 Budget

    Wednesday, April 4 - Board of Education Business Meeting and Budget Adoption

    The district’s annual budget vote will take place Tuesday, May 15, from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Albany Avenue, Alleghany Avenue, Daniel Street, Harding Avenue and William Rall Elementary Schools.

    This is an important vote for the future of our schools.

    Budget Workshop Flyer

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  • Lindenhurst High School Environmental Club is hosting a LINGO and
    Chinese Auction night. All families are welcome for a night of games,
    prizes, and fun!

    What: LINGO & Chinese Auction Night
    Where: Lindenhurst High School Cafeteria
    When: Thursday, March 22, 2012 - Doors open at 6:30 pm\

    Click Here to View the Flyer

    For more information, please contact Angela Aiello at aaiello@lindenhurstschools.org

  • "Fiddler on the Roof"
    Friday, March 23 and Saturday, March 24

    Special Ticket Sales...
    Monday, March 19 and Tuesday, March 20
    6:30-8:30 p.m. at Lindenhurst Middle School,
    350 South Wellwood Avenue, Lindenhurst.

    Call Ellen Grimes at 884-8514 for more information.

    Click Here to View the Flyer

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  • Actor and actress Michael and Jillian (Jill) Zygo impressed Lindenhurst High School’s drama students in John Savastano’s classes with their talent and enthusiasm. The couple has performed together for more than 10 years.

    Michael will make his Broadway debut in March in “Once,” the celebrated new musical celebration of life and love, based on the Academy Award winning film by the same name. Jill is an actress and singer. Michael and Jill sang a duet to “Falling Slowly,” an Oscar-winning song from “Once” and “Maybe Leavings Not The Only Way To Go,” from Big River.

    Drama students asked questions about the audition process, rehearsal schedules, actor’s equity card, nerves, training, writing, back-stage, set designs, costumes, research, directors, and acting careers. Jill advised, “You must have a diverse life to bring something to the theater. Take risks and learn by doing.”

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  • Congratulations to the Lindenhurst High School Girls Varsity Basketball team on a great season!

    The Lindenhurst High School Girls’ Basketball team had a successful season, making it all the way to the semifinal round of the Suffolk County Championship. Unfortunately, the team lost to the Riverhead Blue Waves. The three-point game was ineffective against Riverhead, as the Lady Bulldogs were held to four, after averaging almost eight three-pointers per game. Earlier in the playoff rounds, the Bulldogs defeated Eastport-South Manor and Northport to advance to the semifinals.

    They concluded an amazing regular season, with a 14-0 record, completing its first undefeated season in League II since 1987. It was their best season in many years.

    “We were a great team, and we displayed our strengths all season,” said senior captain Colleen Ames. Coach Greg Flynn said,” These girls are a veteran squad and dominated many opponents this season. They wanted respect, and earned it.”

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  • The Daniel Street Student Council is selling tickets for a Long Island Ducks game for May 10th.

    This is a fundraiser for Mason Batz, a first-grade student at Daniel Street who was recently diagnosed with Leukemia.

    Let's show our Lindy Pride!

    Click here for flyer

  • www.schoolspiritmania.com

    MSG Varsity's version of March Madness has begun. Lindenhurst High School has been selected as one of the 64 finalists in the MSG Varsity School Spirit Mania contest.

    Please vote for Lindenhurst High School!

    Online voting begins Monday, March 5th at the above link. Visitors will narrow down the brackets with online votes until two schools remain. Two finalists will face off in the School Spirit Championship

    Please cast your vote for Lindenhurst High School.

  • March 2, 2012

    Earlier today, a suspicious person was spotted on the property of Harding Avenue Elementary School, claiming to be a security employee with the Village of Lindenhurst. When approached by school personnel and asked to present proper identification, the suspect could not produce ID. He was therefore asked to leave school grounds. The suspect never gained entrance to the school building.

    Harding Avenue staff recorded the suspect’s license plate number and immediately contacted the Suffolk County Police Department to report the incident. Staff also instituted a lockdown procedure. The district’s other seven schools were also notified as a precaution but were not placed on lockdown.

    The Suffolk County Police has informed the district that the suspect in question has been apprehended. Therefore, the lockdown at Harding Avenue has been lifted.

    As always, the Lindenhurst School District’s top priority is the safety and security of its students and staff. We are grateful that the staff of Harding Avenue acted swiftly to report the suspect and protect the well-being of its students.

February 2012

  • In compliance with Section 807-A of the N.Y.S. Education Law, notice is hereby given that the annual inspection of all school buildings of the Lindenhurst Union Free School District for fire hazards has been completed. The report thereof is available at the Main Office of each building and the Health & Safety Office @ 350 Daniel Street, for review by all interested persons.
    LUFSD

  • Saturday, March 3rd, 8:00 am at High School pool.  First come, first served.  Lessons cost $35 per child; please make check payable to Lindenhurst Schools.

    Lessons begin March 10th .  Available times are 9:30, 10:15, 11:00 & 11:45.

  • Congratulations to the February Breakfast for Champion winners. 

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  • The Lindenhurst School District held its sixth annual Legislative Breakfast on February 11, sponsored by the Parent Teacher Association Council, with more than 300 people attending. 

    Guests of honor included New York State Senators Charles Fuschillo, Owen Johnson and Robert Sweeney, New York State Assemblyman Philip Boyle, Suffolk County Legislator Wayne Horsley, and District Office Manager for Owen Johnson, Gordon Canary.

    The forum was an ideal opportunity for Lindenhurst residents to voice their opinions to lawmakers regarding important topics in the community. Issues that affect the Lindenhurst School District, such as Long Island getting back its fair share of tax dollars, consolidation of school districts, the Triborough Amendment, unfunded mandates, the tax cap, and pension reform were all discussed.

    Students, parents, and other community members were given the opportunity to ask the politicians questions and meet with them at the end of the program.

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  • Save the Date:

    All-Lindy Concert
    Thursday, March 22, 2012
    7 p.m.
    Lindenhurst High School Auditorium

  • The Lindenhurst High School Dance Ensemble presents...
    The 7th Annual

    Evening of Dance

    Thursday, March 15, 2012 - 7 p.m.
    Lindenhurst High School Auditorium

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  • Lindenhurst PTA Council and the Lindenhurst Memorial Library present a free workshop for parents of all students (K-12):

    Facebook for Parents

    Wednesday, February 29, 2012
    5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
    Lindenhurst High School Auditorium

    Click Here for More Information

  • Take a look at West Gates students and teachers dressed up in their favorite jammies.
    West Gates Pajama Day Slideshow

  • Congratulations to the Lindenhurst High School varsity cheerleaders who finished 11th in the country in its category (division 1, supervarsity, schools with more than 1,600 students) at the National High School Cheerleading Competition in Orlando, Florida. This was the team’s first appearance at Nationals.

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  • Daniel Street Elementary School students celebrated the 100th day of school on February 13 with various classroom activities. Kindergarten through second-grade students dressed up as 100-year-olds - complete with gray hair, glasses, old-fashioned stockings, canes, and walkers - as a fun tribute to their special day.

    Throughout the day, teachers incorporated the 100th day theme into the coursework. For example, students enhanced their math skills by counting and stringing 100 Froot Loops together and taking part in activities using a 100 number box chart. Writing skills were also reinforced with projects such as “If I had $100 I would…” and “When I am 100 years old I will…” Students also exercised by walking 100 steps, doing 100 jumping jacks, and clapping their hands 100 times.

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  • More than 300 people attended Lindenhurst High School’s 4th annual “Souper Bowl of Caring,” a charity cook-off fundraiser to benefit Island Harvest and Habitat for Humanity.  Students, teachers and administrators enjoyed the festivities, including the cook-off, Chinese auction, 50-50 raffle, D.J., and face-painting.

    The mission was to capitalize on the Super Bowl weekend to raise awareness and inspire people to help fight hunger and poverty in the community. Donations of nonperishable food and any voluntary monetary contributions directly benefited the charities, with the event raising more than $1,900.

    Lindenhurst High School students supervised the festivities. There were more than 30 cook-off participants in categories including soup, chowder, chili and baked goods. “The event was a huge success,” said teacher Caroline Naluai. “We raised money for some great charities.”

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  • Many Lindenhurst students wore purple on Friday, February 10th to support the day.

    Lindenhurst Middle School conducted a series of events and discussions on anti-bullying in conjunction with P.S. I Love You Day. The day was a time to honor those who have suffered from being bullied and to stand up to bullying. Students were asked to dress in purple.

    In their physical education classes, the middle schoolers worked together on cooperative learning games such as rope climbing. Health teachers conducted special lessons on how to report bullying, and a seventh-grade social studies class produced a skit on bullying modeled after John Stossel’s reporting style. Elsewhere throughout the school, students made purple ribbons for one another and the Character Education Club displayed numerous posters around the building about bullying.

    “Many thanks to sixth grader Cassidy Hofmann, who came up with the idea of promoting anti-bullying at the middle school in conjunction with P.S. I Love You day,” said Assistant Principal Dr. Bruce Hoffman.

    The special day was celebrated elsewhere throughout the district, as students in Mrs. Krumholz’s class at Harding Avenue constructed purple hearts, while those at William Rall Elementary School and Lindenhurst High School dressed in purple. During Rall’s annual Parents as Reading Partners (PARP) celebration on P.S. I Love You Day, students received purple bracelets or bookmarks. They also delivered personal letters to their “special someone.”

    YouTube Link

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  • Congratulations to Daniel Street Elementary School's teachers and staff for sponsoring the American Heart Association's "Wear Red" campaign and raising $330. The purpose is to educate and combat heart disease amongst women.

  • The Lindenhurst High School Engineering/Robotic Club is holding a fundraiser.
    An Evening with Psychic Jeffrey Wands on Friday, March 2 at the Lindenhurst High School Auditorium. 
    Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and show starts at 7:30 p.m.

    This event is for adult audiences only. 
    Tickets are $35 each and can be purchased at Brown Paper Tickets.

    Thank you for your support.

  • At the January Breakfast for Champions, Lindenhurst Middle School initiated 13 new students as official "Champions." Principal Frank Naccarato congratulated all the students for their exceptional effort in and out of school. 
    Congratulations to the Lindenhurst Middle School "Champions." The students honored were: Armando Arevalo, Evelis Casey, John Honahan, Nikkita Jensen, Mario Licari, Ryan McKeon, Robert Protano, Adriana Renick, Michael Simile, Taylor Trovato, Natalie Ward, and Sean Zenker. 

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  • Congratulations to all participants in the National Girls and Women in Sports Day.

    The day is a nationwide celebration that incorporates community-based events, ceremonies, and activities honoring the achievements, and encouraging participation of, girls and yound women in sports.

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January 2012

  • Click on the following link to download a copy of the 2012 Local Scholarship Bulletin.  Instructions are included in the application.
    Click to download the application

  • You are cordially invited to attend the 4th Annual

    Lindenhurst High School "Souper Bowl of Caring."

    Saturday, February 4, 2012 from 12pm to 2:00 pm.

    Everyone is invited to enter the Soup/Chili/Bake Off. 

    There will also be a Chinese auction, raffles, food, beverages and a DJ.

    All proceeds will go benefit Habitat for Humanity and Long Island Harvest.

    Souper Bowl Poster
    Souper Bowl of Caring Information Flyer
    Souper Bowl Participant's Letter - Entry Form

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  • The Lindenhurst High School Thespian Troupe Proudly Presents Curtains.

    Friday, January 20th and Saturday, January 21st - 8 p.m.
    Lindenhurst High School Auditorium

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  • The Suffolk County School Superintedent’s Association (SCSSA) is conducting a survey on the Tax Cap. The survey has been designed to allow easy access to all community members interested in sharing views on this critical issue. Thank you in advance for your participation.
    Tax Cap Survey

  • Lindenhurst SEPTA invites you to attend a workshop on
    Puberty: A Survival Guide for Parents

    Tuesday, January 31, 2012 - 7:30 p.m. at William Rall Elementary School

    For additional information: Lindenhurst SEPTA

  • Please join the Lindenhurst Council of PTAs for an evening of fun and laughter at the 3rd Annual Comedy Show at Governors Comedy Club in Levittown on Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 8PM. The evening will also offer raffle baskets, chinese auction items and a 50/50.
    Any questions? Contact Kathy Rubino at (631) 226-2119 or email at 1crzyhs@optonline.net

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  • West Gates Avenue Elementary School celebrated its 50th birthday recently with a special sock hop at the school. Students dressed up in their finest 50’s outfits including pink ladies satin jackets, bobbie socks, poodle skirts, cat eye glasses, saddle shoes, and greaser jackets. Students enjoyed hula hoops and dancing contests. Everyone sang Happy Birthday West Gates and the candles were blown out as the finale.

    Happy 50th Birthday West Gates Slideshow

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  • Congratulations to Lindenhurst High School seniors Colleen Ames, Kyle Cropsey and Nicholas Doran who signed letters of intent for academic and athletic basketball and lacrosse scholarships.

    Colleen will attend St. Thomas Aquinas College in Sparkill, New York on a basketball scholarship. Kyle and Nicholas will attend Adelphi University in Garden City, New York, where they will continue their lacrosse careers at the collegiate level. 

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  • Allstate agent Steve Foray presented “Students of Honor” awards to Lindenhurst High School senior Rebecca Wright and junior William Kienle for their outstanding achievements in the Driver Education course. “These students were selected for continuous hard work and exemplifying what true role models are,” explained Lindenhurst High School Driver Education teacher Frank Devenuto. “These students are the leaders of tomorrow.” Each winner will receive a free defensive driving class.

    Mr. Devenuto presented Mr. Foray a certificate of achievement for completing ten years of service to the high school driver education program. Mr. Foray has addressed the driver education classes three times a year for the past ten years. In his recent visit, he explained about insurance premiums and various methods to lower rates.

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  • The Lindenhurst School District is proud to announce that nine students have been selected to participate in the Long Island String Festival. These students rank among the most accomplished string students in Suffolk County.

    Elementary

    Lauren Dawnkaski                                Viola                Alleghany Avenue
    Nicole Hayden                                      Bass                Harding Avenue
    Joseph Leone                                       Viola                Harding Avenue
    Maria John                                           Violin               William Rall

    Lindenhurst Middle School
    Raymond Huang                                   Viola
    Anna Kurianowicz                                 Violin

    Lindenhurst High School
    Allison Perna                                        Violin
    Caroline Rakus-Wojciechowski            Violin
    Jessica Wong                                       Viola

    The elementary concert will take place on January 22, 2012 at 1:00 pm at Elwood Middle School in East Northport. The secondary concert (high school) will take place on February 5, 2012 at 1:00 pm at Ward Melville High School in East Setauket.

     “Congratulations to all of the students who have been selected,” said Coordinator of Fine & Performing Arts Rose Marvel. “I wish them a wonderful experience working and performing with students throughout Suffolk County.”

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  • The Lindenhurst School District will be holding registration for all eligible kindergarten students February 1st through February 16th, 2012. Registration takes place at the McKenna Administration Building, 350 Daniel Street. In accordance with established policy of the Lindenhurst School District, children must be five (5) years of age on or before December 1st, 2012, in order to be enrolled in kindergarten for the coming year.

    Registration packets must be presented at the time of registration along with all required documentation. Please complete the packet in its entirety, any incomplete registrations and failure to provide the proper documents will delay your child’s registration and will result in having to return to the office a second time to complete the registration. Packets are available in the lobby of the McKenna Administration Building and at all District elementary schools.

    Please follow the schedule listed below. If you are not sure which school your child will be attending contact the Central Registration Office at 631-867-3055.   

    ALBANY                    February   1 & 8                      8:00am-12:30pm
    ALLEGHANY             February   2 & 9                      8:00am-12:30pm
    DANIEL                     February   3 & 10                    8:00am-12:30pm
    HARDING                  February   6 & 13                    8:00am-12:30pm
    WEST GATES            February   7 & 14                    8:00am-12:30pm
    WILLIAM RALL         February   9 & 16                    8:00am-12:30pm

    In addition to the above times and dates there will be by APPOINTMENT ONLY two evening registrations on Wednesday, February 8th and 15th from 4:00pm-8:00pm.  Time slots for appointments are limited and will be filled as appointments are made.  Appointments can be scheduled for these evening dates by calling the Central Registration Office after January 3, 2012.

  • Learn what you need to know to keep your child safe.

    Tuesday, January 17 - 7 p.m.

    Alleghany Avenue Elementary School –

    250 South Alleghany Avenue
    All Purpose Room

    Sponsored by the Alleghany Avenue PTA

    Click here for more information

  • Congratulations to the following teams on being named Fall Scholar-Athlete teams, recognized by the New York State Public High School Athletic Association. These teams have met the criteria for a designated number of athletes within each sport and maintained an overall unweighted G.P.A. of 90 or higher for the 2011 fall season.

    Team                                         G.P.A.                          Coach

    Cheerleading                             95.85                            Michelle Corcoran/Anne Wishniak

    Girls Cross Country                   95.40                            Dave Carlson

    Boys Cross Country                  95.38                            George Smawley

    Boys Volleyball                          94.53                            Kevin Muscarello

    Girls Volleyball                           94.25                            Kellie Block

    Dance Team                              93.21                            Lisa Ancona

    Girls Soccer                               92.88                            Ed Colgan

    Girls Tennis                                92.28                            Debi Bonanduci

    Girls Swimming & Diving           92.02                            Diane Pollard

    Football                                     91.60                            Nick Lombardo

    Field Hockey                             91.36                            Ralph Tubello

    Girls Gymnastics                       90.97                            Nicole Briscoe

    Boys Soccer                              90.49                            Rich Kloska

    The following Lindenhurst teams were recognized by Section XI as winners of the Outstanding Sportsmanship Team Award:

    Team                                                                           Coach

    Girls Volleyball                                                              Kellie Block

    Boys Volleyball                                                             Kevin Muscarello

    Girls Cross Country                                                      Dave Carlson

    Boys Cross Country                                                     George Smawley

    Boys Golf                                                                      Lou Yampiro

    Boys 8th Grade Football                                               Mike Cheskay/Lou Landers

  • The Lindenhurst High School Chamber Ensemble performed holiday music at the East Neck Nursing Home in West Babylon. Every year, this ensemble prepares holiday music to perform throughout the school and community as a way to add cheer and musical warmth. The chamber ensemble, directed by Elyse Gellert, is a group that consists of string students in all high school grades.

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  • Fifteen Lindenhurst Middle School students participated in the “Our Kids in Action Youth Conference.” The focus of the event was on self-respect and respect for others, with the goal to bring awareness about bullying and discuss ways to help stop it. More than 30 schools and 2,500 students attended this year's conference. Thank you to Patricia Natalie, Ancy Paulose, and Donna White for coordinating the event for the middle school students.

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December 2011

  • Daniel Winter Wonderland Slideshow

  • German students in Mr. Week’s class at Lindenhurst High School, along with members of the school’s German club, visited Daniel Street Elementary School to educate fifth-grade students about the German culture. The high school students gave the fifth graders a brief lesson on numbers, days of the week, and months. Students then made cards using various German words and learned how to sing “Ten Little Indians” in the language.

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  • Take a look at the slideshow of the West Gates Avenue kindergarteners sing-a-long.
    West Gates Kindergarten Sing-along Slideshow 

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  • The Lindenhurst schools will be closed for the holiday recess, December 26 through January 2. School's will reopen on Tuesday, January 3.
    Have an enjoyable and safe holiday.

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  • Members of the Spanish Club entertained senior citizens at the Lindenhurst Rainbow Center.

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  • Fifth Graders Sing at Just Kids Preschool Slideshow

  • William Rall Elementary School students are participating in Senator Charles J. Fuschillo’s “Extend the Holiday” toy drive to benefit the Pediatric Ward at Winthrop University Hospital. Senator Fuschillo visited the school to give advice to the fifth-grade student council members on how to conduct a successful toy drive. For the campaign, students and staff are asked to donate a new, unwrapped toy or game.

    Extend the Holiday is an annual program that collects toys for children in the hospital. The toys will be collected through Thursday, December 23 and delivered shortly after New Year’s Day so that children can continue experiencing the joy of receiving gifts after the holiday season. 

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  • Forty-eight students from the Lindenhurst School District were recognized with the prestigious Presidential Service Award, given to students who complete a minimum of 50 hours of community service. Many students have donated their time to volunteering in our community. Students were honored at a recent PTA Council meeting, during which Assemblyman Robert Sweeney presented the certificates.

    These award recipients are leading their young lives by example, the proof being how this program has encouraged others to volunteer their time. Some of the tasks the students have completed include a beach clean-up, a food drive, elder companionship, and safety. Thank you to Gina Berrent and Julie Cicchetti for coordinating the event.

    Congratulations to the service award recipients.

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  • Congratulations to the December Champions: Fiona Buckley, Kyle Doner, Brooke Halper, Samantha Joseph, Michelle Lemaire, Kayla Montaniz, Salar Qureshi, Erich Ruckert, Jeremy Ruckert, Mae Vine, Salvatore Yannacone, Natalie Zabrocka, and Adam Zimmerman.

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  • Attached are letters from the Suffolk Division of Public Health in reference to Whooping Cough in the Lindenhurst School District.
    Click here to view the LHS letter
    Click here to view the LMS letter
    Click here to view the Rall letter

  • More than 100 Lindenhurst Middle School students and staff decorated houses in the “Gingerbread House Holiday Workshop,” sponsored by the Family and Consumer Science Department and Gingerbread University. 

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  • Alleghany Avenue Elementary School students participated in a special assembly on anti-bullying featuring Lexxi Saal, a 14-year-old freshman from Deer Park High School. A talented singer, Lexxi entertained students as part of her tour entitled “Beat It Bully.” The theme of her songs was “Don’t bully or gossip.”

    Lexxi began her presentation by delivering a brief introductory speech, and read aloud the book Stop Picking on Me, a first look at bullying. She also led an interactive paper exercise and sang four songs, three of which - “Gossip Girl,” “Just Breathe,” and “Winner” - are her original compositions. In one of her songs, Lexxi tells people “Know who you are and don’t let anyone knock you down.”

    Lexxi’s career as a young songwriter began after she performed the national anthem in fifth grade. “I enjoy talking to children about bullying and how it hurts our society,” said Ms. Saal. She advised Alleghany students to talk to someone about bullying if they see someone acting up against another person. “If you see something, say something” is one of her mottos. The students pledged, “I promise to live my life with compassion and tolerance because inside, we are all the same.”

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  • Students at Lindenhurst High School have earned Advanced Placement (AP) Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement on AP Exams. The College Board recognizes several levels of achievement based on students’ performance on these exams.

    Lindenhurst High School’s Advanced Placement Scholars Jackie Chen, Emily Crichton, Megan Donahue, Gerard Gigante, Adam Jedlicka, Allison Perna, Cassandra Price, John Rinaldi, Michael Rinaldi, and Danielle Vozzo with Principal Daniel E. Giordano.

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  • Please be aware that the hours for the public swim session has been changed to 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

November 2011

  • Saturday, December 10th, 8:00 am
    High School pool
    $35 per child (payable by check)

    Classes will run at 9:30, 10:15, 11:00 and 11:45 am.
    Lessons begin on Saturday, December 10th.

    Space is still available, and registration has been extended until Saturday, December 10th.  Parents may register their children at the beginning of swim class on that day.

  • Congratulations to this year's winners in the Lindenhurst Fire Department's Fire Poster Contest and to Daniel Street Elementary School for receiving the "Most Efficient" fire drill award.

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  • Teachers and students at West Gates Elementary School welcomed parents into their classroom as part of American Education Week, an invitation that emphasized the importance of parental involvement in a children’s education.

    Third-grade students enjoyed a range of lessons. Mrs. Ale’s class furthered their classroom instruction by making a landfill with clay. Mr. Fiori’s students participated in an educational game of “Jeopardy.” With the show’s theme music in the background, parents and students learned various facts in the categories “Parts of Speech,” “Science,” “Social Studies,” “Math” and “School.” Mrs. Ierardi’s class enjoyed mathematical games in which parents and students competed against each other and worked together.

    West Gates was just one of many elementary schools throughout the district that opened its doors to parents during American Education Week.

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  • Liz Gallagher’s second-grade students at William Rall Elementary School enjoyed a special visit from Marine Jalil F. Pulgarin, the uncle of classmate Mellisa Perez. Mr. Pulgarin spoke about how he started his career in the United States Marines with boot camp in South Carolina where he received his basic training before going on tour in Afghanistan.

    “Training is not easy,” Mr. Pulgarin explained. “We trained day and night to improve at the job.” Mr. Pulgarin discussed the strictness of the Marines’ discipline in comparison with other branches of service. “We must be extremely careful and follow orders,” he said.Mr. Pulgarin advised students to follow instructions and do well in school. The visit was tied into the school’s celebration of Veterans Day, reminding students to honor those who have died for our country as well as all those who protect our nation every day.

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  • “This breakfast honors the children that come into school each day and smile. It is for the students who do their homework, who listen. You are Lindy Pride!” exclaimed Lindenhurst Middle School Principal Frank Naccarato.

    The Breakfast of Champions each month honors those students who always try their best and go “above and beyond.” Every month, selected students are honored for their achievements with a breakfast at the Lindencrest Diner. Students, parents, teachers and administrators enjoy a full breakfast to recognize those students nominated by their teachers.

    Congratulations to this month’s winners: Joe Angelini, Kathryn Byron, Robert Conti, Timothy Fleming, Caelyn Garbe, Emma Gillam, Mario Licari, Brooke Lynch, Johnathan Mencarelli, Kayla Rhodes, Sydney Schnaars and Senna Tadfie.

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  • Lindenhurst School District’s Harding Avenue Elementary School and Lindenhurst High School were selected as recipients of the Optimum Lightpath Transforming Education with Technology grant. Each school received $10,000 for iPads to use in the classroom.

    More than 157 schools on Long Island applied for this grant. Harding Avenue Elementary School and Lindenhurst High School were selected for their innovative approach to leveraging technology for enhanced learning. Two checks were presented at an awards ceremony, as a part of the Long Island Education Technology Conference.

    “It is exciting to begin to use iPads in the classroom, as we expect this model to become common in schools over the next several years,” explained Dr. Robert Tymann, Lindenhurst’s Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction. “We hope student achievement will improve and we will have a more efficient use of funds with the use of iPads.”  

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  • Congratulations to the Lindenhurst High School varsity cheerleaders who won the UCA Northeast Regional Tournament to qualify to compete in the national tournament in Disneyworld. 

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  • Superintendent Richard Nathan sent out an S.O.S. (Save our Schools) at the Board of Education Community Forum. His presentation was to help the community understand the impact a tax cap is going to have on the Lindenhurst School District. 
    Here is the video: 

    The video was created by the students in the Lindenhurst High School Media Program.

    Click Here for the Budget Information Page 

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  • Alleghany Avenue Elementary School students created a painted handprint mural on their gymnasium wall in celebration of Red Ribbon Week, a program that emphasizes making positive, healthy choices. “Being connected to each other and to our school helps us make the best choices,” said social worker Florri Krefsky.

    This year’s theme was “Don’t Monkey Around with Drugs.” Various age- appropriate activities were held in the classrooms throughout the week. There were bookmark, sticker and pencil giveaways and the week ended with all the students and staff wearing red on Friday.

    Red Ribbon Week is designated as a symbol of intolerance towards the use of drugs, as well as a symbol of support for children to reach their full potential by building strong character.

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  • West Gates Elementary School first-grade students recently performed their Thanksgiving Play.
    West Gates First-Grade Thanksgiving Play Slideshow

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  • More than 65 students involved in the Family and Consumer Science (FACS) program at Lindenhurst Middle School coordinated the distribution of goody bags to OLPH Food Pantry and Grace’s Food Pantry, both in Lindenhurst, for their annual Halloween celebration.

    "The food pantries were so happy to receive the sweets before Halloween,” said coordinator and middle school teacher Rosanne Giugliano.

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  • Congratulations to the Lindenhurst High School Varsity Boys Volleyball team on becoming the Suffolk County Class AA Champions by defeating Northport on Wednesday, November 9th at Longwood High School. The team lost in the Long Island Championship against Massapequa at Hofstra University.

    Thank you Ed Langone for the photos from the Suffolk County Championships.

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  • The Lindenhurst Board of Education was honored at a recent Council of PTAs meeting at Albany Avenue Elementary School for their hard work and dedication to the district. In celebration of School Board Recognition Week, each Board member was presented with a black or red cape, symbolizing the “super” job he or she does as an officer or trustee of the Board of Education.

    Thank you to Board President Edward Murphy, Jr., Vice President Donna Hochman, and trustees Patricia Ames, JulieAnn Bartolomeo, Mary Ellen Cunningham, Raymond Doran, Edward Langone, Valerie McKenna, and Robert Vitiello for their consistent striving for improvement and excellence of the Lindenhurst School District.

    School Board Recognition Week is observed by more than 700 schools statewide. It acknowledges the contribution and commitment of a school district’s board members, who volunteer their time to serve the district.

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  • Congratulations to our Fall Sports winners...
    BOTH Boys and Girls Varsity Cross Country won the "Babylon Bowl"
    Girls Gymnastics are LEAGUE CHAMPIONS
    Boys Volleyball defeated Northport for the Suffolk County Championship  and will now play for the Long Island Championship on Saturday, November 12th at noon at Hofstra University. 
    Girls Volleyball will play Smithtown East for the Suffolk County Championship Thursday, November 10, 8:00 pm (at St. Joseph's College)

  • Lindenhurst High School’s statistics class, administered in conjunction with Dowling College, recently analyzed various facts in conjunction with the month of October. The students were assigned with researching specific historical dates in October to which they could relate. These facts were transferred onto handcrafted pumpkins.

    For example, on October 13, 1775, the United States Navy was established; on October 8, 1971, John Lennon released his megahit “Imagine.” Students developed unique facts for each day of the month.  

    “The students did an amazing job,” said teacher Maureen Garofalo.

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  • Children throughout Lindenhurst gathered at Lindenhurst High School for the annual Safe Halloween celebration. Sponsored and organized each year by the Student Council, the festivities provided a safe and fun environment for children to collect treats, play games, and enjoy the holiday.

    Various clubs and student government organizations set up mazes and games for the younger children in different rooms at the high school. There was a dance with a DJ, a magician, and Halloween skits performed by drama students. Many students enjoyed dressing up and trick-or-treating in the halls of the high school.

    “Safe Halloween was not only fun for the younger children, but a great experience for the high school students,” said Student Council co-advisors Heidi Campbell and Megan Scharf.

    Safe Halloween Serves Up Spectacular Spooks Slideshow

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  • Varsity Girls Field Hockey  

    Lindenhurst Bulldogs DEFEATED Huntington in Round One and

    ADVANCE to play Sachem East

    -Wednesday, November 2, 2011 at 2:30pm – AWAY

    Varsity Swimming and Diving

    Lindenhurst Bulldogs at League Championships

    -Thursday, November 3, 2011 at 4:30pm – AWAY Sachem North

    Varsity Boys & Girls Cross Country

    Lindenhurst Bulldogs at Section XI Championships

    - Friday, November 4, 2011 at 1:30pm – Sunken Meadow

    Varsity Boys Football

    Lindenhurst Bulldogs vs. William Floyd Colonials

    - Saturday, November 5, 2011 at 2:00pm – AWAY

    Varsity Girls Volleyball

    Lindenhurst Bulldogs vs. TBD

    - Saturday, November 5, 2011 at 2:30pm - HOME

    Varsity Boys Volleyball

    Lindenhurst Bulldogs vs. TBD

    - Monday, November 7, 2011 at 6:00pm – HOME

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  • Seventy-seven Harding Avenue Elementary School first-grade students visited the senior citizens at the Rainbow Center for its annual Halloween show. The students paraded in costumes, sang songs and poems, presented senior citizens with small pumpkins, and danced the Chicken Dance and Electric Slide.

    Seniors citizens, first-grade students, teachers, aides, Principal Brian Chamberlin and Superintendent Richard Nathan all joined together to sing “Proud to Be an American.” Thank you to teachers Stacey Antonelli, Jessica Ciampi and Karen Newman for coordinating this year’s festivities.

    “This year was the largest group ever,” said Superintendent Nathan. “All generations singing and dancing together was truly amazing.”

    First Graders Wow Seniors Slideshow

October 2011

  • This past week, words describing a threat to our High School that was to take place on Monday, October 31, were found. While we do not believe this to be a credible threat, as a precautionary measure we will implement emergency procedures on Monday, October 31. The building has been searched and remains safe.

    The health, safety and welfare of our students always remain a priority. The district is working with the Suffolk County Police Department as they investigate this matter. Safe Halloween will occur as scheduled on Monday, October 31st at 4PM at Lindenhurst High School.

  • Click Here for More Information

  • The Lindenhurst Varsity Field Hockey team beat the Huntington team 1-0.

    From Newsday:

    Lindenhurst 1, Huntington 0: Alyssa Lopresti scored a goal with 15:00 left in the first half to break the 0-0 tie and lead No. 9 Lindenhurst (9-7) to a win over No. 8 Huntington (7-8) in the first round of the Suffolk County Tournament. Lindenhurst will face No. 1 Sachem East in the quarterfinals on Wednesday at 2:30 at Sachem East.

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  • Homecoming Parade 2011 Slideshow

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  • LHS Pep Rally Slideshow

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  •  LMS Pep Rally Slideshow

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  • Lindenhurst High School is currently in a voting contest in MSG Varsity's "Large School" category.

    To cast a vote for Lindenhurst, you go online, type a 4 digit code that is there on the page, and click the vote button!

    Lindenhurst's page can be found at the below link:

    http://www.msgvarsityhfa.com/gallery-profile.php?ID=661

    You can vote as many times as you want.
    Go Bulldogs!

  • The Lindenhurst School District has cancelled all emergency procedures for today, Tuesday, October 18. Certain procedures were originally instituted following a threatening message that was recently found; however the student responsible for the message has been apprehended and the threat is non-credible. The district will continue to follow its routine safety and security protocol to ensure the safety and well-being of all students and staff. The health, safety and welfare of our students and staff is always our top priority. Please be assured that the Lindenhurst High School is, and will continue to be, a safe place for our students and staff.

  • You are cordially invited to the Lindenhurst Special Education PTA (SEPTA) meeting on Monday, October 24, 2011, at 7:30 p.m. at Alleghany Avenue Elementary School (250 South Alleghany Avenue). There will be a Special Games Presentation and an overview of a previous Self-Directed Guardianship workshop.

  • All activities scheduled on site at Lindenhurst High School are cancelled for this afternoon, Monday, October 17, 2011. Athletic practices and games that are taking place at other locations, will continue as scheduled.

  • Albany Avenue Elementary School students enjoyed a special enrichment presentation with Dinosaurs Rock, sponsored by the Parent-Teacher Association.

    The hands-on lesson transformed the school gym into a museum of dinosaur fossils and prehistoric items, including dinosaur eggs and footprints. Students were able to see and touch minerals and bones.

    Students also participated in a fossil dig and discovered dinosaur bone, shark teeth and petrified wood. As a reminder of their day, children were allowed to bring home their findings. “Everyone loved the interactive dinosaur exhibit!” remarked Principal Lisa Omeis.

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  • Senior Marine Instructor Sergeant Major Frank W. Grotschel is pleased to announce that senior Kristen A. Stumpf was appointed to the position of Commanding Officer of the Lindenhurst High School Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) Unit. This year, the high school has more than 100 students participating in the program.

    Kristen will be involved in all aspects of the operation, including personnel assignments, appointments, promotions, and disciplinary action.

    “The appointment is the direct result of Kristen’s demonstrated leadership ability, academic achievement, dedication, and growth potential,” said Sergeant Grotschel. “She truly commands the respect of everyone she comes into contact with.”

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  • Third-grade students at Daniel Street Elementary School conducted a special awards ceremony to promote character education. Prior to the celebration, each student picked the name of a fellow student and was assigned to “watch” that person and document something at which he or she excelled.

    Students created special medals for their fellow students, explaining why they had given the award and filling in the blank for “I like the way you….” Responses included “read in our reading group,” “are always so nice,” “make people laugh,” “listen to others,” “help me,” “pay attention” and “tell a story.” The program was based on the book Ronald Morgan Goes to Camp, in which the main character, Ronald, gets recognized by fellow campers for being a good friend.

    Consultant teacher and program coordinator Kristen Moore said, “The students enjoyed presenting their fellow students with special awards.” All of the third-grade classes worked together on this project. Thank you to third-grade teachers Alana Buffa, Heather Burgoyne, Donna Costello and Elizabeth Junz.

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  • Please note that the Public Swim session scheduled for Monday, October 31, 2011 from 7-9 PM, at the high school, has been cancelled.

  • The Lindenhurst High School Marching Band hosted six schools for the New York State Field Band Conference Competition on Sunday, October 2, at Lindenhurst Middle School’s athletic field. The other school districts that performed were Levittown, Sachem, Garden City, Copiague, Brentwood and Arlington.

    Lindenhurst’s marching band impressed the audience with an entertaining performance entitled “Transcendent Journey.” The color guard also gave a stellar performance. This year’s drum majors were seniors Naomi Asch and Ryan Young.

    The band, color guard, and dancers put in many hours over the summer for this competition. “The commitment and energy was awesome!” exclaimed Band Director Kevin Pike. “We thank everyone for their support of the fine music program here in Lindenhurst.”

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  • Lindenhurst High School’s annual club and activity fair, held on October 4, provided students in all grades with opportunity to learn about the extracurricular groups that are available to them at the high school.

    “The clubs at the high school are becoming more and more popular,” said fair coordinator and Assistant Principal Linda Flannelly. “Students should pick an activity that reflects their interests.” The clubs must have a minimum of 18 meetings per school year and meet for 50 minutes. Colleges are looking closely at the extracurricular activities of their applicants. The newest club is the Lindenhurst Glee Club, for those who enjoy singing.

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  • Six of our high school students were chosen to participate in the Mixed Chorus and Women’s Chorus of the NYSCAME (New York State Council of Administrators of Music Education) and SCMEA (Suffolk County Music Educators’ Association) All-County High School Festival which will take place in mid-November. This is a very prestigious concert in which to participate, as many of the students selected have also been chosen to perform in the NYSSMA All-State Conference in Rochester, NY this December.

    The selected students will rehearse and perform with the finest musicians from Suffolk County under the direction of Dr. Steven Ulrich, Professor of Music at Lehigh University, and Ms. Rebecca Reames, Associate Professor at SUNY Potsdam.

    Congratulations to Hailey Berkowitz, Doriann Lewis, Naomi Asch, Josh Bodah, Abigail Gillam and Cassie Price.

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September 2011

  • On September 21, 2011, William Rall Elementary School in Lindenhurst took part in an international art and literacy project, Pinwheels for Peace, by “planting” pinwheels with messages of peace at the school.

    Students at Rall created pinwheels. As part of the creation process, the students wrote their thoughts about war and peace, tolerance and living in harmony with others on one side. On the other side, they used art forms such as drawing, painting and collage to visually express their feelings. On International Day of Peace, they planted their pinwheels with special pencil bottoms in the Rall courtyard. Many thanks to art teacher Valerie Maguire for all her hard work in making this project a success.

    Pinwheels for Peace is an art installation project started by two art teachers from  Coconut Creek, Florida, as a way for students to express their feelings about what’s going on in the world and in their lives. In the first year, approximately 500,000 pinwheels were planted in over 1,325 locations. Last year, more than 3.5 million pinwheels were spinning in over 3,500 locations throughout the world.

    Keep a lookout for the pinwheels – the spinning of the pinwheels in the wind will spread thoughts and feelings about peace throughout the country and the world!  

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  • The Christina Renna Foundation held a walkathon and blood drive on Sunday, September 18, at the Lindenhurst Middle School track. Athletes from Lindenhurst Middle School and Lindenhurst High School came out and walked around the track to raise more than $3400 in support of the Christina Renna Foundation.

    The Christina Renna Foundation is dedicated to supporting childhood cancer research and furthering awareness and education through the support of cancer groups and outreach programs for the direct support of those in need.

    Christina was a Lindenhurst High School athlete who passed away from cancer a few years ago. Her father, Philip Renna, is a former president of the Lindenhurst School District’s Board of Education. The Renna family donated gold shoelaces to all fall sports athletes to heighten the awareness of children’s cancer. 

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  • How do I apply for Disaster Assistance – English and Spanish.

  • Lindenhurst Middle School students wore red, white and blue to commemorate the events of September 11, 2001. 

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  • Speech by Patti Castine, Principal, William Rall Elementary School, Lindenhurst School District.

    September 11, 2001 was a defining moment in American history. A few years ago, President Barack Obama signed a law making September 11th a National Day of Remembrance. We gather here on Rall’s front lawn to honor and remember those who lost their lives that day.

    To commemorate the 10th anniversary of 9-11, many communities around the country, like ours, will host special events focused on themes of home, love and the human spirit. Some communities will be ringing bells in honor of people lost, others will engage in a moment of silence. At Rall, we are wearing red, white and blue to show that we are united and committed to one another, we are a family. Please look at the person you are standing next to and think about how you might make their year a better one. What can you do as a child of the world to make our community a better place to live?

    Today I ask everyone to think about how they can shine light on the people we see everyday here at William Rall and the neighborhood. What kinds of thinks can we do to make someone else’s day a little brighter? If each person takes the time to make a little effort, a big difference can be made and then we will be honoring the American spirit that was present after the events of September 11, in 2001. 

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  • Welcome Back to the 2011-2012 School Year

    On September 7, the Lindenhurst School District welcomed back students, staff and administration at all eight schools. Students filled the buildings with smiling faces, eager to begin what promises to be another successful school year.\The new year brings some changes to the district, as a few new administrative appointments have been made.

    • Frank Picozzi will be the new Associate Principal at Lindenhurst High School, working closely with Principal Daniel Giordano.
    • Derek Schuelein is the new Assistant Principal at Lindenhurst High School.
    • Janna Ostroff is the new Science Coordinator.
    • Linda Domanico is the Interim Principal of Daniel Street Elementary School.
    • Donna Smawley is the Principal of West Gates Elementary School.
    • Lisa Omeis is the Principal of Albany Avenue Elementary School.
    • Doug Ward will be working with the practical arts department at the Middle School and Derek Schuelein will be working with the practical arts department at the High School.

    The district will continue to raise the academic standards to ensure Lindenhurst students are not only excelling on state testing, but are prepared with the skills needed to become college and career ready. 

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  • The Presidential Community Service Award is a great honor to receive.
    The Lindenhurst Council of PTA is looking for students who performed 50 or more hours of community service during the 2010-2011 school year. Please submit a description of your community service, dates of service and number of hours, along with your name and grade by September 20, 2011.  Children 15 and over need a minimum of 100 hours.

    Gina Berrent
    354 39th Street
    Lindenhurst, NY 11757

    For more information, please call Gina at 225-0478 or Julie Cicchetti at 225-4102.

  • Classes begin Saturday, September 17th – space still available in all sessions
    $35.00 per participant
    Must bring proof of Lindenhurst residency to register
    Class times:
    9:30, 10:15, 11:00, 11:45

  • Senior High School
    Middle School
    Elementary School

August 2011

  • The Lindenhurst School District released the federal guidelines for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program. This year for the first time, all applications are being processed at central administration. “We believe this will further enhance confidentiality, as all applications are processed through the business office,” explained Assistant Superintendent of Business Jacqueline Scrio. “The entire process has been made more efficient.”
    Due to an uncertain economy, many families are turning to school programs for help. To apply for the program, each household must complete an application, previously sent to all households within the district. Additional forms are available at each school. The district encourages parents and guardians to review the application carefully for eligibility requirements.
    All information contained in the application is kept confidential. Students are given an identification card and with electronic processing, there will be no differentiation between students receiving free/reduced and those receiving prepaid meals. All participants of the Lindenhurst Schools Free and Reduced Lunch program will remain anonymous.

  • The Lindenhurst School District recently announced changes to the high school attendance policy. The new policy no longer allows students to make up absences, however students are still required to make up all missed work and it is the student’s responsibility to initiate make-up assignments.
    The new policy also calls for the initiation of additional communication between parent/guardian, administration and students when course credit is in jeopardy as a result of poor attendance record prior to students exceeding the number of allowable absences. Conferences will be held to advise students of these excessive absences.
    Regular school attendance is vitally important to a student’s academic achievement. It is important for students and parents to be familiar with the Lindenhurst School District’s High School attendance policy. The objective of the policy is to establish minimum attendance requirements for the granting of academic credit for all courses.
     

  • The Lindenhurst School District announced results for the New York State Math and English Language Arts (ELA) assessments taken by all students statewide in May 2011 for
    grades 3-8.
    Lindenhurst students performed better than the Suffolk County average on most exams.
    “We are continuing to raise the bar for student achievements,” said Superintendent Richard Nathan. “The district is always striving for higher standards to ensure all our students succeed.”
    The State Education department made changes to this year’s exams to make them better predictors of college and career readiness. The tests were longer, with more multiple-choice and essay questions on the ELA exams.
    The percentage of Lindenhurst students who met or exceeded state proficiency standards are as follows: 

    Grade 3 Grade 4  Grade 5  Grade 6 Grade 7 Grade 8
    English Language Arts (ELA)
    Lindenhurst
    67.60% 64.40%  61.9%  65.80% 57.80% 60.30%
    Suffolk County
    63.60% 64.10% 61.40% 66.30% 57.10% 57.40%
    Math
    Lindenhurst
    65.50% 74.10% 75.60% 77.60% 77.30% 65.70%
    Suffolk County
    65.90% 72.90% 73.00% 71.90% 74.90% 70.30%

July 2011

  • Space is still available in the last two sessions of our summer swim program.  The cost for lessons is $35.00 per child; please bring a check or money order payable to Lindenhurst Public Schools.

    The schedule for summer classes is as follows:

    Session 2 – July 18th – July 29th (not too late to sign up!)
    Session 3 – August 1st – August 12th

    Classes will run at 9 am, 9:45, 10:30 & 11:15.

    Please contact the pool directly at 867-3465 between the hours of 9:00 am – 12:00 pm if you have any questions.

  • Congratulations to the Class of 2011 which enjoyed the 92nd annual commencement ceremony at Edward Kienle Memorial Field on June 24, the first time the ceremony was ever held on a Friday night. A light rain held steady throughout the evening, but the festivities continued as planned.

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  • Congratulations to the Lindenhurst Middle School eighth-grade students, who celebrated their promotion ceremony on June 23, at the Edward Kienle Memorial Field. Postponed from the day before, due to inclement weather, the ceremony went off without a hitch. “We only mentioned Lindy Pride nine times…make that 10!” exclaimed Principal Frank Naccarato.

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  • Alleghany Avenue Elementary School students enhanced their school by painting the playground.

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  • Click here to view slideshow

  • 2011-12 Middle School Supply Lists

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  • 2011-12 Elementary Supply Lists

  • Scenes from Elementary Promotions June 2011
    Albany Avenue
    Alleghany Avenue
    E.W. Bower
    Daniel Street
    Harding Avenue
    West Gates Avenue
    William Rall

     

  • Here is a copy of the 2011 - 2012 School Calendar.

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June 2011

  • The Lindenhurst Middle School promotional ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, June 23, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. at the Athletic Field.

    Click Here for More Information

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  • Alleghany Avenue Elementary School kindergarten students performed their traditional end of school year play, Musical Books. The students sang songs and danced with their knowledge of the alphabet, weather, and books.

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  • Every year at the Board of Education June Community Forum, special awards are presented to deserving students, faculty and administrators in honor of their service to the Lindenhurst School District.

    Congratulations to Lindenhurst School District’s Assistant Superintendent for Business, Jacqueline Scrio, who received this year’s Harvard Award for her dedication and commitment to the district. Board of Education trustee Robert Spero received the Yale Award for his 15 years of dedication to the Board of Education. The Pride of Lindenhurst Awards went to West Gates Principal Lisa Omeis, the Lindenhurst High School Peer Leaders, and the E.W. Bower Parent-Teacher Association. Administrators and staff received certificates for their 20-plus years of service to the district.

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  • Student-athletes from throughout the Lindenhurst School District were honored at a special awards ceremony for Lindenhurst’s participation in the Nassau County Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged.

    The ceremony honors those athletes who participated in the games, as well as their buddies who helped them train and prepare for the games. Student-athletes were called up individually and given well-deserved medals and ribbons. The ceremony also thanked the community and donors for their continued support of the Empire State Games.

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  • Congratulations to Kacper Domanski from Jennifer Ramon's fourth-grade class at Alleghany Avenue Elementary School. Kacper won first place in Covanta Energy's Fifth Annual Recycling Poster Contest. He was honored at a ceremony where he received a trophy for his artwork. “We are very proud of Kacper,” said Mrs. Ramon.

  • Registration for summer swim classes will be held on Wednesday, June 29th at 6:00 pm outside of the high school pool.  This will be a first-come, first-served process until classes are full.  The cost for lessons is $35.00 per child; please bring a check or money order payable to Lindenhurst Public Schools.

    The schedule for summer classes is as follows:

    • Session 1 – July 5th – July 15th
    • Session 2 – July 18th – July 29th
    • Session 3 – August 1st – August 12th

    Classes will run at 9 am, 9:45, 10:30 & 11:15.

  • June’s Breakfast for Champions honored those students who gave a special effort in the areas of service. This special group served the school as runners, made announcements, officers of honor society and student council. “These students are a true example of what Lindy Pride is all about,” exclaimed Principal Frank Naccarato.

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  • It was a proud evening for parents of Lindenhurst High School students, as the 63 newest members were inducted into the National Honor Society. Holding the celebratory lit candles, the inductees streamed into the school's cafeteria to join parents, friends and teachers for the special ceremony and celebration.

    Students of this year’s National Honor Society Executive Board gave speeches and conducted the official induction of new members. Principal Daniel E. Giordano and administrators congratulated the students. Speeches were made for leadership, character, service and scholarship, the qualities that placed the students in this prestigious group.

    The National Honor Society is the nation’s premier organization to recognize outstanding high school students. The organization honors those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service and character.

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  • Students from throughout Lindenhurst participated in the Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged, held recently at the Mitchel Athletic Complex. New York State withdrew funding for the games, but the committee to Save the Games reached its fundraising goal and the games continued for the 26th year.

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  • Congratulations to Lindenhurst High School senior Stephen Skon for winning the Dellecave Award, as the top male athlete in Suffolk County. Skon will play football for Georgetown University in the fall. He played both football and baseball for the Lindenhurst Bulldogs.

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May 2011

  • National Junior Honor Society Inducts Seventy

    Congratulations to the 70 newest members of the National Junior Honor Society, who were inducted at a special ceremony recently held at Lindenhurst Middle School.

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  • William Rall Elementary School’s Fun Day had a Disney theme this year.  Rall students enjoyed four blow-ups, an obstacle course, slides and sports centers. Principal Patricia Castine dressed up as Minnie Mouse for the festivities. 

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  • The thirty-fifth annual Teachers Association of Lindenhurst (TAL) award ceremony was held recently at Lindenhurst High School. Former Lindenhurst student and actor Dan Lauria was the guest speaker. “Whatever you do in life, do it with passion and make sure there is a little left for the other guy,” he stated, paraphrasing Vince Lombardi, whom Lauria has played on Broadway.

    Teachers selected one student in each grade level from every school for recognition. “Tonight we are here to honor students,” stated co-chairperson and teacher John Savastano in his welcoming remarks.

    Congratulations to all of this year’s winners. The Geraldine Cuneo Scholarship was awarded to Hayley Geyer; the Teachers Association of Lindenhurst Scholarship was bestowed on Valerie SanFilippo; the Joseph Pozowicz Scholarship was given to Vinessa Soluri; and the John Canestraro Scholarship was presented to Megan Aquilina.

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  • At the recent Town of Babylon Teen Theater Awards,  the Lindenhurst High School thespians held true to their reputation, taking home the most awards! 

    • Best Ensemble in a Play
    • Dance Performance in a Musical
    • Best Ensemble in a Musical
    • Lead Actor in a Play- Leo Piscioneri
    • Lead Actress in a Musical- Lis Grueniger
    • Best Play- Arsenic and Old Lace

     Congratulations to all of the award winners.

  • EVENT RESCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY, JUNE 14TH
    Calling all who enjoy fun with the family, saving people’s lives, and walking for a cause; this event is for you! On Tuesday, June 14, 2011, the Lindenhurst Middle School’s Gifted & Talented students along with Sydney Kalish are hosting a JDRF Kids Walk for juvenile diabetes.
    Juvenile diabetes is an incurable disease that children are born with. In 1975, parents of children with juvenile diabetes founded JDRF to conduct research with hopes to find a cure. Their quest continues.
    All members of Lindenhurst Schools: students, faculty, staff, parents, board members and administration are encouraged to participate in this charitable event. The walk is from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Middle School Track and Field. Even if you are unable to attend the event, your donation will be greatly appreciated. You can make donations online at: http://jdrfkidswalk.donordrive.com/event/lindenhurstmstrackandfield/
    If you are interested in helping out at the event, please email Nancy Bracht at nbracht@lindenhurstschools.org. We hope you will help us in helping JDRF find a cure!
  • Congratulations to the May Breakfast for Champions for all their accomplishments at Lindenhurst Middle School. Thirteen students, nominated by their teachers, were rewarded with a breakfast at the Lindencrest Diner. Coordinated by Debbie Gloor, this is the thirteenth year the middle school has conducted this event.

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  • Congratulations to the ten Lindenhurst High School students who were inducted into the New York State Business and Marketing Honor Society. A special ceremony was recently held in the Lindenhurst High School library, at which inductees received their certificates.

    “We are proud of all the students inducted into the Business and Marketing Honor Society,” said advisor and coordinator Joanne Williams.

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  • A special showcase was held at E.W. Bower Elementary School to commemorate the school’s 59th anniversary during the annual Spring Exhibit, an event in which parents, siblings and relatives are invited to view the work students have been doing in class, including writing and art projects. The building was open for tours and Bower memorabilia were displayed in the gymnasium. Old photos, yearbooks, memory books, proclamations, certificates, collages and programs were shown.

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  • Congratulations to Varsity Baseball Coach Mike Canobbio. He became the fifth coach in Suffolk County history to win 500 games, as Lindenhurst defeated Whitman to take the Suffolk League II baseball title.

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  • Lindenhurst Middle School students enjoyed the school’s first “Green Fair,” held on the tennis courts on a sunny day in late April. Coordinated by teacher Steve Divisconti, students enjoyed educational kiosks, exercise from playing “Simon Says,” interactive booths involving trust activities and games, water and energy displays and lessons on environmental issues.

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  • The Lindenhurst High School vocal group, the Songbirds, entertained residents at the May Board of Education Community Forum. They sang "Suddenly I See" and "Forget You."

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  • William Rall Elementary School went crazy with PARP this year. The theme, “Rall Goes Wild for Reading” was a huge success. With a great deal of hard work and dedication, the students exceeded the 90% goal set for them. Principal Patti Castine had to meet their challenge. The students clapped and laughed as the principal rode around on a scooter dressed like Michael Jackson. 

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  • Lindenhurst SEPTA seeks high school students as volunteers looking for community service for the upcoming Ice Cream social on May 26. The hours are from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. 

    Must be responsible, reliable and sensitive to those with special needs. Please email Mary Ellen Rama at ramatommyboy@msn.com.

  • Voters in the Lindenhurst School District passed the 2011-2012 budget by a vote of 2,154 to 2,026. The budget reflects an estimated tax increase of 6.89% for the average homeowner. The Board of Education and administration limited the expenditure increase to 2.23%, while still presenting a budget that provided for the needs of all Lindenhurst students.

    Edward J. Murphy, Valerie McKenna, and Julie Bartolomeo were elected as Board of Education Trustees.

  • Lindenhurst SEPTA invites you to attend an

    Assistive Technology Workshop

    Presented by Lindenhurst School District's Speech and Language Department

    Monday, May 23, 2011 - 7:30 p.m.

    Daniel Street Elementary School

    For additional information contact SEPTA at septa.lindenhurstschools.site.eboard.com

  • Please join us for the Second Annual "Night of Photography" May 18th at Lindenhurst Senior High School,  hosted by Mrs. Picozzi's Digital Photo club.  There will be over 300 photographic pieces on display, a Chinese Auction of framed student images as well as photographic items for sale.  All proceeds go to the Digital Photography Club and the Digital Photography Scholarship the club has established. 

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  • Congratulations to the April Breakfast for Champions for all their accomplishments at Lindenhurst Middle School. Eleven students, nominated by their teachers, were rewarded with a breakfast at the Lindencrest Diner. Coordinated by Debbie Gloor, this is the 13th year the middle school has conducted this event.

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  • The first and second graders in Erica Padden’s class at Daniel Street Elementary School wore green in celebration of Earth Day.  The children read stories about recycling and collected recyclable materials to create "Recycle Robots." The students also learned how plants help the environment and enjoyed planting seeds.

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  • More than 70 students participated in the 5th annual Bulldog Triathlon at Lindenhurst High School. Coordinated by Angelo Cioffaletti and the high school Physical Education Department, the students swam 200 yards, biked 5 miles and ran/jogged/walked 2 miles.

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  • Friday, May 20, 2011 ...Doors Open at 6:30 p.m. for the 7:00 p.m. show.

    $5 Admission - Tickets available at the LMS Guidance office in advance, or at the door.

    Come and see Middle School Faculty and Staff shine at this Star Studded event.

    The show will feature 8 teachers and a supporting dancer from Arthur Murray Dance Studio.

    Intermission will offer a snack bar and raffle baskets. 

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  • Lindenhurst High School business students participated in a two-day program called “Right Start,” supported by a grant from Wayne Horsley’s office, which taught students financial literacy. The mission was to “educate young adults in personal finance in order to become more responsible members of the community.” 

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April 2011

  • Lindenhurst Middle School Recycling Club and advisor Steve Divisconti will be conducting a "Green Fair" on Friday, April 29th.  The fair will take place from 10 am – 7 pm on the tennis courts at the Middle School.  This event is to educate the students and community about "going green" and to inform the public of the energy efficient options that are out there for all of us to use.  The Green Fair is sponsored by the Lindenhurst Schools Business Advisory Board (LSBAB) and Suffolk County Legislator Wayne Horsley.  The attached posters promoting the Green Fair were all designed by Lindenhurst High School students.

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  • Lindenhurst Public Schools invites our entire Lindenhurst community to participate in an exciting literary and community service awareness project called Lindy’s Big Read. For the second year in a row, Lindenhurst Public Schools and Lindenhurst Public Library are joining together for a celebration of reading and community service. The goal of Lindy’s Big Read is to encourage our entire Lindenhurst Community to read one book. This year’s selection is Garth Stein’s, The Art of Racing in the Rain.*  

    If you have questions about Lindy’s Big Read, please contact Linda Flannelly, LHS Assistant Principal at (631) 867-3770.

    Click here to view the flyer

  • Please Click here for additional information on the show.

    Lindenhurst High School Auditorium

    Friday, April 29th, 8:00 pm

    Saturday, April 30th, 8:00 pm

    Call 631-867-3700 for $10 tickets.

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  • West Gates Elementary School kindergarteners enjoyed Crazy Hat Day.

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  • Doreen Earl's first graders at E.W. Bower Elementary School completed an egg hunt in conjunction with lessons on money, bird facts and egg coloring.

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  • “The Recruit” is Lindenhurst High School’s version of the popular television show The Apprentice. Now in its seventh year of the restaurant portion of the program, four teams of students turned the faculty cafeteria into a themed restaurant and performed the tasks involved in restaurant management. Money raised from tips was donated to a scholarship fund to be awarded to senior business students enrolled in the program. 

    “The students learn about every aspect of managing a restaurant,” explained teacher and program coordinator Nick Lombardi. 

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  • Lindenhurst Middle School’s recent performances of Bye Bye Birdie were amazing. From the opening number to the final curtain call, more than 70 students sang and danced their hearts out. Students in all grades were also involved in rehearsals, costume design, and set production. The show was directed by Marie Simmons and Karen Kanavas. The musical director was Candice Simmons.

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  • Attached you will find the Scholarship Applications for Just Kids Preschool.

    Three-Year-Old Program

    Four-Year-Old Program

  • Please note that the final budget workshop and special meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, April 13th at 8:30PM, in the Lindenhurst Middle School auditorium, 350 South Wellwood Avenue.

    All staff and community members are invited.

  • The Lindenhurst Union Free School District received a notice from the New York State Education Department (SED) informing us of threats of violence that were made against state legislature, state office buildings, and school buses throughout the state. It is our understanding that all districts throughout the state have received this notice. In the Lindenhurst School District, student safety is always of paramount importance. As a result, any potential threat, however remote, triggers an obligation to act in our students’ best interests.

    Upon receipt of this information, we immediately notified our pupil transportation contractor, central office administrators, safety director, and building administrators. Our bus company was directed to issue written and verbal notification of the threat to their drivers and technicians, along with a review of appropriate safety protocols, and that no one from their company was to operate a vehicle until this information was clearly understood. Moreover, all principals have alerted employees supervising students to remain vigilant regarding any unusual activity, and to communicate any suspicious activity immediately.

    According to the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services – State Office of Counter Terrorism, although law enforcement authorities are treating this threat seriously and continue to investigate, they are not considering this a credible threat at this time.

  • Congratulations to Harding Avenue third-grade teacher Kim Konecny, who was the “Featured Teacher” on KJOY Radio.

March 2010

  • Continuing the tradition, the Breakfast for Champions honors students who characterize “Lindy Pride.” Each month, selected students are honored for their excellent achievements with a breakfast at the Lindencrest Diner. Students, parents, teachers and administrators enjoy a breakfast to recognize those special students nominated by their teachers. The March breakfast was sponsored by Victoria Kelly of Linden Florist.

    “These students do great work. They do the right thing!” exclaimed Principal Frank Naccarato. “We are honoring one student who volunteered to help a new student become a part of the community.”

    Congratulations to the March champions!

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  • Daniel Street Elementary School gym turned into an afternoon of performers as the fifth graders performed their own version of Ringling Brothers and Barnum Bailey Circus acts for the younger grades. Walking on stilts, giant hula hoops, jump ropes and various balancing acts were a part of the circus performance. “Everyone seemed to love the fifth graders performance,” exclaimed Physical Education teacher Andrew Kramer.

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  • The Lindenhurst School District’s Department of Fine and Performing Arts presented its annual All-Lindy Concert on March 24 to a packed house at the Lindenhurst High School Auditorium. “It is a wonderful experience for all of the participating students,” said Fine and Performing Arts Coordinator Rose Marvel.

    Director John McLendon’s All-Lindy Jazz Band kicked off the evening. They played classics such as “All Blues” by Miles Davis and “Frankenstein” by Edgar Winter. Next was the All-Lindy Chorus, led by Director Philip Ricciardi, who sang “One Short Day” by Stephen Schwartz and “Dona Nobis Pacem” by Bach. Then, Director Paul Cronin and the All-Lindy Orchestra took to the stage. They impressed the audience with a variation on the American folk song “When the Saints Go Marching In.” Last up was the All-Lindy Band, led by Albert White. Selections played included “Procession of Heroes” by Robert Smith and “Festival of the Gladiators” by Mark Williams.

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  • Lindenhurst Patch Story....

    MSG Varsity covered the Long Island Robotics competition at Hofstra University.
    Here is a link to the photos…

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  • The Pride of Lindenhurst Award is presented each year to an individual (or organization) in recognition of an outstanding contribution that inspires pride in the Lindenhurst School District.

    One award in each category will be presented annually: 

    Category 1      Student or group of students 

    Category 2      Employee or group of employees of the Lindenhurst Public School system

    Category 3      Community organization or individual who makes an outstanding effort to enhance pride in the Lindenhurst School District

    We have an abundant amount of talented, dedicated and hardworking people here in Lindenhurst. We would appreciate it, if you would nominate candidates you believe are deserving of this prestigious award. 

    Kindly forward nominations to your school principal, who will forward them to the Superintendent's Office, prior to the deadline of Friday, May 6, 2011.

  • Congratulations to Naomi Asch, Lauren Biazzo, Cassandra Price and James Terrell for their participation in the Long Island Monologue competition this past weekend. All participants represented Lindenhurst High School proudly. A special commendation to Lauren Biazzo for taking first place and Cassandra Price for taking second place in the competition!

  • Lindenhurst High School students placed fifth overall in the recent Regional History Bowl and qualified for the National History Bowl competition in Washington D.C. in mid-April. Congratulations to the history bowl team of Dariusz Adamczyk, Brandon Ahl, Andrew Astore, Harrison Cullen and Rich DeMaio. In addition, Brandon Ahl qualified for the individual National History Bee competition.

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  • William Rall Elementary School’s instrumental group, under the leadership of orchestra teacher John MacLendon, performed “Greensleeves” on the school’s public announcement system, to assist students in preparing for upcoming concerts.

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  • The district held its second annual “Evening of Science” at Lindenhurst High School, with more than 630 elementary students and parents in attendance. Under the leadership of Michael Polochak, and the assistance of many high school science teachers, students from the Lindenhurst Science Club created approximately 40 hands-on science activities, demonstrations, and interactive stations for students to explore.

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  • Francesco Illardi from Pizza Poet on Sunrise Highway visited Rosanne Giugliano’s Family and Consumer Science Club for a special pizza-making demonstration. In addition to discussing his background and how he got into the pizza-making business, Mr. Illardi showed students and staff how to make dough and roll out pizza. More than 35 students enjoyed making their own pizzas, complete with toppings, baking and then eating them. They also made separate batches of pizza dough.

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  • E.W. Bower Elementary School’s third-grade students in Casey DeNatalie’s class invented board games based on Chris Van Allsburg books that were read in class and at home. Parents were invited to the classroom for a game afternoon to play the games with their children.“Students and parents enjoyed the afternoon with the games they had made themselves,” said Ms. DeNatalie.

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  • Harding Avenue Elementary School students learned about bullying prevention in a special classroom intervention push-in program with school social worker Florri Krefsky. The program is a part of the building-wide Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program, which teaches students to express and regulate emotions.

    According to national statistics, bullying or harassment occurs twice as frequently in the elementary grades as in middle school levels. When one child makes life emotionally distressing for another, it is not acceptable.

    The multimedia program utilized the SMART Board, a video, and an interactive exercise entitled “The Torn Heart.” The exercise showed students that words and actions can leave a scar on someone’s heart, which cannot be taken back. The program created awareness among students and reinforced ideas about responsibility and respect to prevent bullying.

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  • The district encourages Lindenhurst residents to take an active role in letting our legislators know that education must remain a top priority when discussing the State budget.

    Our elected officials can be reached through the following ways;

    Senator Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr.

    fuschill@senate.state.ny.us

     (516) 882-0630

     5550 Merrick Road, Suite 205

    Massapequa, NY  11758

    Senator Owen H. Johnson

    ojohnson@senate.state.ny.us

    (631) 669-9200

     22-34 Argyle Square

    Babylon, New York 11702

    Assemblyman Robert K. Sweeney

    Sweeney@assembly.state.ny.us

     (631) 957-2087

    640 West Montauk Highway

    Lindenhurst, New York 11757

February 2011

  • Senior football and baseball standout Steven Skon has signed a National Letter of Intent to play football at Georgetown University in the fall. The multisport star wasn’t sure which sport he would focus on at college, but his decision was made recently.

    Steve was the two-time winner of the Boomer Esiason Award, given to the best quarterback in Suffolk County. He also won the James LaBue Award, given to Suffolk County’s top scholar-football player. He was a second-team All-Long Island selection, as well as a three-year starter for the Lindy Bulldogs. He has contributed to the team for the past four years, has been one of the team’s all-star players, and is a true leader on and off the field.

    “I am excited for the opportunity to play football at Georgetown,” exclaimed Steve. “It is a great school.” His coaches think highly of Steve, as well. Head Football Coach Nick Lombardo said, “He has been the offensive leader and has a desire to constantly improve. He is a true student-athlete and Georgetown is a perfect fit for him.”

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  • Albany Avenue Elementary School first-grade students performed a winter play filled with songs, jokes, poems, and telling facts about winter. Students from Mrs. Giunta’s, Mrs. O’Connell’s, Mrs. Scaicca’s and Miss Dicicco’s classes participated. Parents were invited to be a part of the festivities.

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  • Lindenhurst Residents Meet Legislators to Discuss Issues

    The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Council sponsored its fifth annual Legislative Breakfast at the Lindenhurst High School auditorium recently, with more than 200 people in attendance.

    The forum was an ideal opportunity for Lindenhurst residents to voice their opinions to local and state lawmakers regarding important topics in the community. Issues that affect the Lindenhurst School District, such as the use of reserve funds, pension reforms, and Long Island getting back its fair share of tax dollars, were all discussed. Students, parents, and other community members were given the opportunity to meet the local politicians, as well as ask questions.

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  • Congratulations to the February Breakfast for Champion winners! Each month the Breakfast for Champions honors those students who always try their best and go “above and beyond.” Students are honored for their achievements with a breakfast at the Lindencrest Diner.

    The February breakfast was sponsored by the Teachers Association of Lindenhurst. Middle school students, parents, teachers and administrators enjoyed a breakfast to recognize those students nominated by their teachers.

    “Some of these students had a huge jump in their academic average, exclaimed Principal Frank Naccarato. “And some are just the best all-around students they can be.”

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  • Registration for spring swim lessons will take place on Saturday, March 5th at 8:00 am at the high school pool.  Cost for each child is $35.00.  Classes will run for 40 minutes, beginning at 9:30, 10:15, 11:00 and 11:45.

  • Want ot leave a gift that lasts and help celebrate the 50th birthday of West Gates Avenue Elementary School?  Be a part of the memorial celebration display...Order your personalized Brick.

    Click Here for Form

  • Lindenhurst Middle School celebrated National Girls and Women in Sports Day with a special breakfast to honor 170 seventh and eighth-grade female student-athletes. These students were honored for their achievements on and off the field, in leadership and dedication to their teams.

    The theme of this year’s celebration, now in its eleventh year, was “Play, Believe, Achieve.” Middle school athletes were awarded certificates and hot pink T-shirts. The guest speaker this year was E.W. Bower Elementary School Principal Donna Smawley.

    “I would not be who I am today without participating in athletic programs,” said Mrs. Smawley. “Being a part of a team gives girls self-confidence, motivation, and assists in time management.”

    National Girls and Women in Sports Day is a nationwide celebration that incorporates community-based events, ceremonies, and activities honoring the achievements, and encouraging participation of, girls and young women in sports.“This program is a special day honoring our female middle school athletes,” said co-organizer Andrea Curran.

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  • Daniel Street Elementary School faculty and staff united in wearing red to support the American Heart Association.

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  • Alleghany Avenue Elementary School students participated in the annual pajama day festivities by collecting money for pediatric cancer research.

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January 2011

  • Seniors: Click here for our local scholarship application. Please download the file and save a copy to your computer.  Complete the application in MS Word and return it (according to the instructions) to your guidance counselor by March 4th, 2011.

  • The Lindenhurst Middle School Physical Education Department is happy to announce the winners of its 2011 Lindy Pride Volleyball Night. Fifteen teams entered this year's tournament and the competition was quite tough. More than 150 students showed up for intense volleyball matches. Congratulations to the night’s winners, Team Nine.

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  • Students in Nicole Fellin’s kindergarten class at Daniel Street Elementary School recently held a party to conclude a learning unit on penguins. The unit included lessons on where penguins eat, sleep, and live. The students researched information on the computer, as well as enjoyed reading books and watching movies on the subject.

    For the festivities, students dressed in black pants and white shirts and made tuxedo-like necklines and masks to look like penguins. They made an edible penguin using Oreo cookies, complete with wings, eyes, and beaks. Students enjoyed eating flavored goldfish, as penguins enjoy eating fish. Students also designed personal paper penguins and ice skates.

    “Everyone had a great time learning all about penguins,” commented Ms. Fellin. 

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  • The Lindenhurst High School Thespian Troupe performed The Music Man in the school auditorium on January 21and 22 before a full audience. More than 100 students were involved in the production. The cast also involved the community, as many of the district’s fifth-grade students also participated. The show’s music and lyrics were composed by Meredith Wilson, who also wrote the story with Franklin Lacey.

    The story follows the character of Harold Hill, a quick-talking traveling salesman who attempts to swindle the citizens of River City, Iowa into buying instruments, instruction booklets, and uniforms with the promise of forming a young boy’s band. The problem is that he has no idea how to teach the children. He intends to skip town, but “falling in love” changes everything.

    “This show is filled with catchy tunes and fun characters and represents all that is good about musical theater,” explained Director John Savastano. “The cast really came together to create the amazing production.” Producer Carmine Carnevale added, “Thank you to all the people who put in the time and passion for a successful musical.”

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  • Students from E.W. Bower Elementary School, Lindenhurst Middle School, and Lindenhurst High School teamed up for a morning of preparing, eating and cleaning in the kitchen. The high school culinary arts students educated the younger students about handwashing, cleanliness, safely using equipment, presenting food so it is appealing and general nutrition.

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  • Kindergarteners at William Rall Elementary School recently learned about Mr. Z as a part of Land of the Letter People, a program designed to teach children about the alphabet. To learn all about “Z”, students took part in a Zumba lesson as one of their activities. Kindergarten teacher Leighann Hollweg is certified to teach Zumba, so she led the students in Zumba exercises for the event.

  • West Gates Student Council members participated in Senator Charles J. Fuschillo’s “Extend the Holiday” toy drive to benefit the Pediatric Ward at Winthrop University Hospital. Extend the Holiday is an annual program that collects toys for children in the hospital. The toys were collected before the holidays and delivered throughout the month of January so that children can continue experiencing the joy of receiving gifts after the holiday season.

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  • Lindenhurst Council of PTA Awards

    It’s that time of the year again when we look to honor those outstanding individuals for their committed service to our youth. Below is a listing of awards we will be handing out at Founder’s Day.

    NYS PTA Honorary Life Membership Award ~ The purpose of this award is to recognize individuals for their contributions to the welfare of children and youth. Eligibility: Must be a PTA Member of any unit.

    NYS PTA Distinguished Service Award ~ The purpose of this award is to recognize outstanding contributions to the welfare of children and youth, or to a PTA association. Eligibility: Recipients must be PTA members who have been awarded a New York State PTA Honorary Life Membership and must submit letter explaining why the applicant should be honored.

    Friends of the PTA Award ~ The purpose of this award is to recognize outstanding individuals or businesses who have made contributions to the community. There are no eligibility requirements.

    At this time, we are looking for recommendations from all units. If you know of someone you would like to recommend, simply fill in all information needed and return to your PTA President as soon as possible.


    Recipients Name: _______________________________________

                    Address: _______________________________________

                     Phone #: _______________________________________

    Please Circle One: NYS PTA Honorary Life Membership Award

                                    NYS PTA Distinguished Service Award (Must enclose letter.)

                                    Friends of the PTA Award

    Your Name (Optional): ____________________________________                     

    DEADLINE FOR ALL SUBMISSIONS 01/26/11

    Any questions, please contact Julie Bartolomeo 631-957-1319 or Barts67@aol.com.

  • You are cordially invited to the 5th annual Legislators Breakfast -

    Saturday, February 12, 2011 - Registration begins 8:30 AM -

    Lindenhurst High School Auditorium.

    Click here for event flyer.

  • An evening of Family Science at Lindenhurst High School

    Please note new date: Tuesday, March 15, 2011 - 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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  • Members of the Buildings and Grounds crew at Harding Avenue Elementary School adopted a local Lindenhurst family to spread some happiness for the holiday season. The unit collected money, toys and clothing for the family. They coordinated their efforts with Harding social worker Florri Krefsky. “It’s a great feeling to do something good for others who are having a hard time,” observed Adopt-a-Family Committee Chairperson Tom Frey.

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  • Students, staff, administrators and parents came together to provide Albany Avenue families with food, clothing, toys and gift certificates through the school’s annual “Holiday Happenings.” This year’s event raised $1,646.

    The program, in its 19th year, raised the money for needy families within the Albany Avenue community. One of the program highlights was a Chinese auction, which offered more than 100 different donated items such as toys, dolls, games and gift cards. Many students were recipients of the raffled items. 

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  • Lindenhurst Middle School Team Stony Brook students and faculty brought in stockings filled with crayons, markers, coloring books, candy canes, chocolate, Play-Doh, gum and playing cards for children spending the holiday in local hospitals and shelters.

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December 2010

  • Congratulations to the December Breakfast for Champions for all their accomplishments at Lindenhurst Middle School. Eleven students, nominated by teachers, were rewarded with a breakfast at the Lindencrest Diner.

    Champions: Tom Cunningham, Oksana Fostakovska, Kimberly Makowski, Sheila Malone, Inna Mankevych, Samantha McCarthy, Eileen McNulty, Lexis Meehan, Tyler Nygren, Sabrina Scali, and Sergio Silva. 

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  • William Rall Elementary School’s fifth-grade choral students, under the leadership of music teacher Virginia Cardiello, performed in the annual holiday concert for Just Kids Preschool. Fifty-one students sang songs they performed at the Winter Concert in celebration of the holiday season. They led a sing-a-long after with popular holiday songs. 

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  • Students, staff, administrators and parents came together to provide Albany Avenue families with food, clothing, toys, and gift certificates through the school’s annual Holiday Happenings. This year’s event raised $1,646.

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  • The West Gates Student Council is participating in Senator Fuschillo's "Extend the Holidays" toy drive.
    These new and unwrapped toys will be given to children at Winthrop Hospital.  Toys will be given out after the holidays so children can continue to experience the gift giving joy of the holiday season throughout the new year. Toys will be collected until Thursday, December 23rd.  Thank you for your support.a
  • The Lindenhurst High School Business Department, along with the Business Honor Society is again hosting a Toy Drive for the Little Flower Orphange in Wading River. Please bring any toys to the Business Department Office at the High School. Thank you for your support.

  • E.W. Bower Elementary School’s fifth graders hosted “Ye Old Colonial Fair.”

    The Colonial Fair showcased a Schoolhouse, Blacksmith’s Shoppe, Carpenter’s Shoppe, Shoemaker, Candle and Soap Maker, Quilting Bee, Laundry Women, Games and Toys area, Bake Shoppe, Typical Colonial Home, General Store, Doctor’s Office, Musicians, and Townspeople.

    Students used a researcher’s notebook to guide them in the learning process. They researched what typical colonial life was like from 1609-1776. Students were assigned actual “colonial people,” and researched information on their person.

    “The enthusiasm the children brought to this project was amazing,” said fifth-grade social studies teacher Patricia Swanson. “Thank you to all the parents, grandparents and other relatives that donated food, costumes and props to help make the fair a successful learning experience for the children.”

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  • Harding Avenue kindergarteners collected toiletries, food, games, magazines, and other items and sent two big boxes to soldiers.

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  • Attention Parents of Seniors!! 

    There will be a FAFSA Workshop on Saturday, January 8, 2011 at 9:00 am in the High School Cafeteria.  At this time, we will “walk” participants through the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid).  A professional Financial Aid Representative will be here to work with you on filling out these forms.  Please bring your 2009 tax returns with you.

  • Registration of eligible kindergarten students will take place at the McKenna Administration building, 350 Daniel Street.

    The completed packet should be presented at the time of registration along with all required documents. Please complete the registration packet in its entirety, any incomplete registrations and failure to provide the proper documents will delay your child’s registration and will result in having to return to the office a second time to complete the registration. Registration packets may be obtained at any elementary school in the district and at the McKenna Administration building, 350 Daniel Street.

    In accordance with established policy of the Lindenhurst School District, children must be five (5) years of age on or before December 1st in order to be enrolled in kindergarten for the coming year.

    Kindergarten Registration will be held for the 2011-2012 school year on the dates and times listed below. If you are not sure which school your child will be attending contact the Central Registration Office at 631 867 3055. Please follow the schedule:

                       ALBANY                      February 1 & 7           8:00am-12:30pm

                       ALLEGHANY               February 2 & 8           8:00am-12:30pm

                       DANIEL                       February 3 & 10          8:00am-12:30pm             

                       HARDING                    February 2 & 8            8:00am-12:30pm

                       WEST GATES              February 3 & 10          8:00am-12:30pm

                       WILLIAM RALL           February 4 & 11          8:00am-12:30pm

    In addition to the above times and dates there will be an evening registration BY APPOINTMENT ONLY from 4:00pm-8:00pm on WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2011 for all schools. Please call the Central Registration Office at 631 867 3055 to schedule an appointment for this date. 

  • Congratulations to Lindenhurst High School senior Stephen Skon on receiving the Boomer Esiason Award as Suffolk County's most outstanding quarterback at the coaches' award dinner.

November 2010

  • “This breakfast honors the children that come into school each day and smile. It is for the students who do their homework, who listen. You are Lindy Pride!” exclaimed Lindenhurst Middle School Principal Frank Naccarato.

    Now in its 13th year, the Breakfast of Champions each month honors those students who always try their best and go “above and beyond.” Every month, selected students are honored for their achievements with a breakfast at the Lindencrest Diner. Sponsored by the Lindenhurst Middle School Student Council, students, parents, teachers and administrators enjoy a full breakfast to recognize those students nominated by their teachers.

    Congratulations Nicholas Abbazio, Donald Bangs, Gabriela Betancourt, Arleen Delgado, Ari Espino, Jackie Farnham, Kira Indellicati, Sarah Infante, Jessica Longarello, Marissa Manno, Luca Matajy, Conor McGowan, Samantha Munsey and Justin Nicolellis.

  • Harding Avenue Elementary School’s physical education teacher Rich Price put together a Walk, Jog, Run Against Hunger to raise awareness and enjoy physical activities together.  

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  • With songs of thanks, costumes and great big smiles, E.W. Bower Elementary School's first-grade students performed their annual Thanksgiving Play. The students marched into the auditorium one by one wearing Pilgrim and Native-American costumes and then sang a medley of songs.

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  • As a part of the Social Studies unit, Jeffrey Ventura’s fourth graders at Albany Avenue Elementary School created special Native American projects.

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  • Scenes from the West Gates Fourth Grade Thanksgiving Feast.

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  • To raise money for the Gerri Chimenti Memorial Art Scholarship, the scholarship is awarded to a Lindenhurst High School senior who has chosen to attend college for an art-related field.
    Just a reminder that Tuesday January 18 is a Dine to Donate for the Art Scholarship is at Lighthouse on the Bay on Wellwood Avenue in Lindenhurst. 
  • The Senior High School will host a blood drive on November 19th from 8:00 to 2:00pm for faculty and 11th and 12th grade students.

  • Lindenhurst Middle School P.T.A.

    Funds used for clothing paid directly to the school P.T.A.

    Please participate and inform your relatives, friends, and neighbors about the opportunity to donate their unwanted used clothing and domestics throughout the year.Items acceptable are any children, women, and men attire such as:

    Blouses, shirts, sweaters, skirts, pants, jeans, slacks, shorts, skirt sets, pantsuits, lingerie, undergarments, pajamas, nightgowns, robes, hats, dresses, suits, sweat pants, sweat shirts, swimsuits, gloves, scarves, coats, jackets, socks, ties, belts, sandals, sneakers, slippers, boots, handkerchiefs, pocketbooks, wallets, sheets, curtains, panels, pillowcases, bed spreads, towels, tablecloths, toys, stuffed animals, etc…

    Container located near north side of building.

  • Lindy’s Big Read Committee is seeking book recommendations for this year’s Lindy’s Big Read.  Any fiction or non-fiction book that can be discussed and embraced by our community will be considered.  Please e-mail your picks (including title and author(s) of each book) to: hslibrarymediacenter@lindenhurstschools.org

    Deadline for recommendations is November 19, 2010.

  • Congratulations to this year's winners in the Fire Safety Poster Contest:

    1st Grade:

    Ewelina Sokolowski, Daniel

    Michelle Kurianowicz, Alleghany

    Samantha Salvia, Bower

    2nd Grade:

    Grace Barbara, Albany

    Annabelle McCabe, Alleghany

    Michael Serrao, West Gates

    3rd Grade:

    Angeline Botero, Albany

    Sandra Gandy, Bower

    Zachary Baldessare, Harding

    4th Grade:

    Stephen Sailer, Daniel

    Nicole Zielinski, West Gates

    Devin Scali, Bower

    5th Grade:

    Kayla Rust, Daniel

    Isaiah Johnson, Rall

    Julia Bryant, Alleghany

    Thank you to Harry Pro for coordinating this event for the past 17 years!

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  • Various photos from the Albany Avenue Halloween Parade.

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  • Various photos from this year's Halloween Parade at Alleghany Avenue Elementary School...

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October 2010

  • Many thanks to the West Gates PTA for the wonderful Pumpkin Patch.

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