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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

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!