Welcome Hempstead Tigers! I am so glad to see students and staff. Welcome to the David Paterson family new Teachers and students. It's a brand new day. This year I encourage everyone to make new friends, join at least one of our clubs or after school activities that will inspire you to achieve greatness. Today marks a new beginning with new opportunities and privileges to be a better you. Make the best out of it. #gettingtogreater

Email: dwilliams@hepsteadschools.org
Website: https://www.hempsteadschools.org/site/Default.aspx?PageID=15
Location: David Paterson Fulton School, Fulton Avenue, Hempstead, NY, USA
Phone: 516 434-4456

The David Paterson School is committed to building partnerships with students, staff, parents, and the community to develop life-long learners. Through rigorous inquiry and empowerment, our learners will be equipped to become college and career ready and exemplify attributes and skills of a 21st century global citizen.

The David Paterson School philosophy is to support our students to be inquirers and thinkers through strategic learning engagements that promote student agency and inspire them to be global contributors as 21st century learners.

1. Be aware and informed about child developmental milestones. If your child is not meeting these milestones, contact your school social worker and special education team to get your child the support they need. The earlier these issues are identified and services are provided the better. This will ensure long-term success for your child as they progress in elementary school.https://www.socialworkers.org/Events/Campaigns/School-Social-Worker-Toolkit/10-Ways-Parents-Can-Support-Elementary-Age-Children

We show empathy, compassion and respect. We have a commitment to service, and we act to make a positive difference in the lives of others and in the world around us.

Social and emotional learning (SEL) is an integral part of education and human development. SEL is the process through which all young people and adults acquire and apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to develop healthy identities, manage emotions and achieve personal and collective goals, feel and show empathy for others, establish and maintain supportive relationships, and make responsible and caring decisions.

Every October, schools and organizations across the country observe National Bullying Prevention Month. The goal is to encourage schools, communities and organizations to work together to STOP bullying AND cyberbullying and put an end to hatred and racism. David Paterson School is a place where everyone feels safe and accepted and has a sense of belonging. Bullying will NEVER be tolerated at David Paterson. Our teachers, faculty members, students and parents will work in collaboration to prevent ALL forms of bullying. All month long we will be sharing how you can Be a Leader, Risk Taker and put an END to Bullying and Cyberbullying.

Life can be overwhelming, anxiety producing, and stressful. Every once in a while we need to take time out to escape. Please check out these virtual calming videos that will allow you to experience a moment of renewed calm.

I hope you enjoyed my virtual newsletter. Please remember that you are not alone, we are here for you and just breath.

Peace & Love