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Our 2nd-grade students had an amazing hands-on learning experience at the Apple Store in Manhasset! They explored the world of coding and music creation during engaging sessions on Coding and GarageBand, sparking creativity and problem-solving skills.

A special highlight of the trip—Mr. Gimondo, our principal, and Mrs. Haandraats, our superintendent of elementary, joined a session to learn alongside the students! It was wonderful to see our school leaders embracing technology and creativity with our young learners.

A huge thank you to Brandon and Lincoln from Apple for making this experience so interactive and inspiring. Our students left feeling like true digital creators! 🎶🚀 #JFKLearns #AppleEducation

JFK's third and fourth grade ENL students had an exciting visit to the
Alley Pond Environmental Center, where they eagerly explored the world of animals and their young. Guided by an APEC expert, they learned about a variety of species, such as birds, frogs, and turtles. The
children asked many questions and even interacted with live animals.
The day wrapped up with a fantastic nature walk, making it a memorable and educational experience for everyone as they discovered how animals nurture their offspring.

On March 12, the Kindergarten teachers at JFK hosted their annual Super Reader Teach-In, bringing together parents and students for a special reading experience. Students proudly showcased their Super Reading Powers while reading alongside their parents. A big shoutout to Mrs. Kishinevsky, Mrs. Romero, and Mrs. Skolnik for creating a fun-filled and engaging learning event!

Mrs. Kohlmier and Mrs. Twible hosted a 2nd Grade Math Bar Modeling Workshop, inviting families to learn together. The session began with a discussion on the philosophy behind bar modeling, highlighting its role in visually representing math problems. Parents were introduced to different types of bar models and taught strategies for choosing the right one for word problems. After working through a few examples, the children partnered with their parents to solve various word problems. They used bar models to show their work and double-checked their answers to ensure accuracy. 

On February 14, 2025, JFK's second grade musicians delivered a spectacular performance for the seniors at The Atria. Students prepared songs and choreography over the past several weeks and learned how performance etiquette is the cherry on top of a great concert! A big thank-you to Ms. Altieri and the second grade teachers for organizing this wonderful visit! We look forward to continuing our partnership with The Atria in the years to come!

The John F. Kennedy Elementary School celebrated Multicultural Day on March 4, 2025. Parent volunteers from diverse backgrounds helped organize the event and presented engaging, interactive displays. Students had the opportunity to learn about different cultures and admire beautiful artifacts from various countries.

Kindergarten students at JFK Elementary School marked the 100th day of school with a festive celebration and parade! A special thank you to our amazing Kindergarten teachers, Mrs. Kishinevsky, Mrs. Romero, and Mrs. Skolnik, for organizing such a fun-filled day.  

Today, JFK students embraced the power of unstructured play for Global School Play Day! 🏀🎲🎨 From building epic LEGO creations to strategizing board game victories and enjoying outdoor fun, our students explored, created, and collaborated—all without screens!

Play isn’t just fun—it’s learning in action! It builds problem-solving skills, teamwork, and creativity. 🧠💡 Thank you to our teachers and staff for supporting this special day!

In celebration of Lunar New Year, parent volunteers from the JFK Elementary school put together an amazing morning of festivities.   A big thank you to our parent liaison, Ms. Wenteng Shao, all JFK parent volunteers, JFK student performers and the SHS Asian Club.   Students from the SHS Asian Club performed a Korean Fan Dance and showcased Chinese Yo Yo skills.