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On Wednesday, June 4th, JFK Elementary School hosted its annual Field Day, a tradition that brings students together for a day of outdoor activity, teamwork, and school spirit.

Students in Kindergarten through 5th grade participated in a variety of fun and engaging stations, including relay races, basketball, tug of war, water bucket challenges, and parachute games. Each child was assigned a team color, encouraging unity and friendly competition across grade levels.

The 5th grade musicians at JFK put on an exceptional 5th Grade Spring Concert on Thursday, May 15th. Led by Mr. Rosario Fuschetto, instrumental music teacher, and Mrs. Jessica Altieri, chorus and general music teacher, the students first performed for the 2nd and 3rd grade students during the school day, and again in the evening for their families and school community. The students demonstrated remarkable dedication and skill in their performances with the band, orchestra, and Morning Chorus, showcasing the product of their diligent practice. The grand finale, featuring the entire 5th grade chorus, was a powerful testament to their collective effort and talent. We are so incredibly proud of each and every one of these talented young musicians!

Last night’s Math Night was a huge success! Families came together for an evening filled with fun, learning, and hands-on exploration. Students participated in a variety of engaging math activities, using different math manipulatives to solve problems, play games, and discover new strategies. The event created a lively atmosphere where kids were excited to explore math in creative and interactive ways. It was a wonderful night of learning and laughter for all who attended!

Our Pre-K students had a blast at this year’s Field Day! The rain didn't stop the fun, spirits were high as little feet raced through a colorful obstacle course, cheered each other on during relay races, and giggled with joy using the giant parachute. It was an event full of laughter, teamwork, and excitement. A truly unforgettable celebration of play and movement for our youngest learners!

We were all in it together! 
JFK’s talented 4th and 5th grade students lit up the stage with their incredible performance of Disney’s High School Musical Jr. Their catchy tunes, fantastic choreography, and boundless school spirit wowed the crowd—but it was their dedication and hard work behind the scenes that truly made the show a success.

From rehearsals to dress rehearsals, every student brought their best, and it showed in every moment on stage.
We couldn’t be prouder of our Wildcats!

Third graders in Mrs. Yakuel and Mr. Ferrara's class recently invited parents to a special Publishing Party, celebrating the culmination of their "Art of Information Writing" unit. As part of this project, students wrote nonfiction expert books. 

The process began with brainstorming a list of possible expert topics, where students explored writing about subjects they were passionate about and had knowledge of. After selecting a topic, each student filled out a graphic organizer, planning their book with four chapters, two subheadings per chapter, and three to five technical terms per chapter.

Next, students used these organizers to draft their books, incorporating main ideas and supporting details. Writing partners collaborated to revise and edit each other's work, ensuring clarity and accuracy. Finally, the books were published using Book Creator, allowing students to structure their books like "real" nonfiction books you might find in a library. To enhance their projects, students even included video links to complement their text.

The books were a huge success, and the students thoroughly enjoyed using Book Creator to transform their drafts into polished, visually stunning books!

Great Neck North High School’s Student Book Discussion (All Booked UP) came to JFK to share their love of reading. The goal of this group is to read and discuss literature to deepen understanding of the written word, self, and the world. NHS students read with JFK students and engaged in meaningful literary conversations.

In celebration of Nowruz (Persian New Year), parent volunteers from the JFK Elementary school put together a morning of festivities. A big thank you to our parent liaison, Mr. Daniel Rad!

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