The Bulldog Blast January 2025

Roslyn Elementary Schools participated in a fun week of reading activities in celebration of Pick-A-Reading Partner (PARP) Week from January 13-17. Students participated in reading quests, a bookmark-making activity, and a writing/drawing exercise.

At Heights School, administrators from across the district visited classrooms as mystery readers of the book, Interrupting Chicken, by David Ezra Stein.

On Thursday, January 16, 2025, East Hills and Harbor Hill elementary schools each hosted a visit by Tracey Hecht, author of The Nocturnals, a middle-grade and early reader series.

On Friday, January 17, 2025, East Hills Elementary School hosted mystery reader day, where administrators visited classrooms to read aloud the book, A Walk in the Woods, by Hudson Talbott.

Harbor Hill Elementary School will celebrate the love of reading with their students on National Read Across America Day in March.

Heights Elementary School hosted its annual Peace March in tribute of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Friday, January 17, 2025. The students carried hand-made peace messages through the hallways, then gathered in the gym to sing and attend an assembly dedicated to Dr. King's legacy.

Second-grade scientists in Ms. Puliafaco’s STEAM class at East Hills Elementary School had a blast exploring the exciting world of reversible and irreversible changes. Students got hands-on with crayons, breaking them into pieces, melting them in molds, and watching the magic unfold as they cooled. The excitement was contagious as the little scientists eagerly debated whether this colorful transformation was reversible or irreversible.

East Hills students in Ms. McAdams and Ms. Schlessel's classes celebrated the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. by exploring his character traits and reflecting on his iconic I Have a Dream speech. After learning about his message of hope and equality, the class brainstormed dreams for their school and community. In an open discussion, they shared ideas and then wrote their personal dreams on heart-shaped cutouts.

Ms. Kellan’s fourth-grade book club had great fun hunting through the heartwarming pages of Because of Mr. Terupt by author Rob Buyea. Channeling their inner detectives, they explored the personalities of the characters, jotted down traits, scoured the book for evidence, and shared their discoveries.

First-grade students from Harbor Hill School and Heights School came together for an evening of fun and learning, hosted by the PFA. The theme, Beach Party Math Trail, transformed the event into a lively seaside adventure. Families dived into engaging, hands-on math activities, exploring concepts while enjoying quality time together. Laughter and excitement filled the room as parents and students solved puzzles, played games, and celebrated the joy of math.

In Ms. Plant's STEAM class, students explored the fascinating process of photosynthesis and discovered what plants need to survive. Through hands-on learning, they worked collaboratively to create clay models that represented the scientific process. This creative activity not only deepened their understanding of how plants convert sunlight into energy but also fostered teamwork and problem-solving skills. It was an engaging and educational experience for all!

Students in Ms. Hintermeister's fifth-grade class teamed up with their second-grade buddies from Mrs. Palladino's class for a special collaborative lesson to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and write about their own dreams for the future.

Roslyn Middle School students embarked on a thrilling journey through history, transforming their knowledge of the American Revolution into dynamic and creative projects. With options to produce a newscast, write and perform a song, or craft a poem, the students brought the past to life in exciting ways. Their videos featured dramatic backdrops ranging from historic Revolutionary War battlefields to the sunny shores of Florida.

Seventh-grade science students at Roslyn Middle School designed and constructed elaborate paper roller coasters for display in the school’s Fifth Annual Paper Roller Coaster Carnival. Working in groups, students were tasked with creating coasters that transformed potential energy into kinetic energy. Many dozens were constructed, each with a creative theme.

On Friday, January 10, 2025, nine Roslyn High School students were inducted into the International Thespian Honor Society. The newly inducted students include: Abigail Cohen, Quin Kall, Emma Khanzadeh, Madeleine Klien, Gefen Portnoy, Dylan Sakaria, Emilia Sarcona, Liat Somekh, Cesar Zatar. The faculty advisor is Joseph Interrante. The leadership students who hosted the ceremony include: Uma Khurrum, Kira Diament, Lily Ahearn, Riley Danbusky, Niko Quadri, and Eliana Stuhl-Phelps.

On Wednesday, January 8th, the Bloomberg Portfolio Management class brought the intensity of the "boardroom" to life as they pitched their meticulously crafted financial portfolios to a panel of professional industry judges. This high-stakes event was the culmination of a semester's worth of hard work, where students took on the challenge of building financial portfolios tailored to the unique needs of their fictional clients. After intense deliberation, the first-place winners were Tyler Osit, Matias Ponzo, and Matthew Lee.

Roslyn High School senior Victor Chan has earned a coveted clarinet spot in the 2025 All-Eastern Honors Concert Band. This prestigious bi-annual event, sponsored by the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) Eastern Division, brings together top student musicians from across the Northeastern states. This year, over 2,000 talented students applied, making Victor’s selection an extraordinary achievement.

Victor is one of only 25 clarinetists and one of 35 musicians from New York State chosen to be part of the 146-member ensemble. His acceptance into All-Eastern was based on his outstanding performance in his New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) solo and his role as first chair, principal clarinet, in the All-State Symphony Orchestra. In April 2025, Victor will participate in four days of intensive rehearsals and a culminating performance in Hartford, CT.

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Registration for the 2025 Spring Adult Education Program will open on February 10, 2025, to all residents of the Roslyn, Herricks, and East Williston school districts. There are a lot of new classes this semester, including cooking demonstrations, Chinese calligraphy, canasta, genealogy, and crafting! Many classes begin the first week of March. Catalogs are currently on their way to the community, but you can also access it digitally on our website using the link below. Registration is by mail, fax, or online only. Click here for the Adult Education website page.

On Monday, January 27, 2025, the Roslyn Board of Education approved the school calendar for the 2025-2026 academic year. Click here to access our calendar page.

The Roslyn HS Color Guard and Roslyn Band Fans booster organization will host their second annual competitive indoor color guard showcase —A Celebration of Color—at the Pratt Recreational Center at LIU Post on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at 5:30 pm. Admission is $13 per adult and $10 for seniors (65+) and children (12 and under). The two-hour event will showcase over 150 talented performers from Long Island color guard programs, including: Roslyn, Brentwood, Hicksville, Mineola, Sachem, Malverne, and Walt Whitman High Schools. Click HERE for ticket information