The Reinhard Early Childhood Center’s 100th day of school was filled with excitement, as Rising Star Leaders celebrated the milestone with engaging activities and an altruistic endeavor.
Building up to the day, classes competed to see who could bring in the most boxes of cereal to be donated to local families in need. The Reinhard community reached a feat of more than 1,100 boxes collected, which were toppled throughout the entire building like dominos. It was a thrilling event as each class waited outside their classrooms in anticipation. The cereal boxes were later donated to the Community Cupboard in the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District.
Additionally, students arrived at school wearing clothing covered in 100 items, such as fuzzy cotton balls, stickers or buttons. They engaged in 100th day themed challenges, including a scavenger hunt to find 100 numbers hidden throughout the halls. The important day marks a notable achievement by the Reinhard community while fueling excitement for the future.

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1) Ms. Comin’s preschool class at Reinhard Early Childhood Center celebrated the 100th day of school on Feb. 14.
2) Students watched with excitement as more than 1,100 cereal boxes were toppled like dominos.
3) Students came to school dressed in 100th day themed clothing.

Photos courtesy Bellmore Public Schools

Sixth graders at Shore Road School in the Bellmore School District adopted new mascots for a two-day event as they represented different colleges and universities for the annual College Olympics.
The exciting competition on Feb. 13 and 14 had sixth grade classes divide into teams that sported the colors and logos of educational institutions such as the University of California, Los Angeles, and the University of Maryland. On the first day, teams presented their intricate team banners and performed original songs in front of judges. Teams then faced off in rounds of timed basketball shooting, a fitness relay and volleyball. Cheers rang out from the gymnasium as teammates encouraged one another. Through the highly anticipated event, Shore Road Shining Star Leaders are reminded of the importance of collaboration and camaraderie in any competition.

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1) Shore Road students represented the University of Michigan during the annual College Olympics competition on Feb. 13 and 14.
2) The Maryland Terrapins presented their team banner to judges.
3) The team representing the University of California, Los Angeles, showed their excitement from the bleachers.
4) Each team performed an original song for judges.

Photos courtesy Bellmore Public Schools

Date Added: 2/26/2025

Winning Star Leaders at Winthrop Avenue School in the Bellmore School District unleashed their creativity throughout the week of Feb. 10-14 for the building’s annual Spirit Week.
Each day brought a new theme for students and staff to follow, boosting their schoolwide team spirit. Fresh off the Super Bowl, the week began with “Sports Day” which had students wearing their favorite team or player’s jersey. “Crazy Hair Day” brought the laughs, while the following days included “Class Color Day,” “Mix-Match Day” and a “Pink and Red Day” to celebrate Valentine’s Day. The week also included a Valentine’s Day sale organized by the PTA.

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1) Students and staff at Winthrop Avenue School celebrated “Crazy Hair Day” during Spirit Week from Feb. 10-14.
2) The week of fun also included a Valentine’s Day sale hosted by the PTA.

Photos courtesy Bellmore Public Schools

Date Added: 2/25/2025

First and second graders from Reinhard Early Childhood Center in the Bellmore School District showed their early coding skills through a special demonstration at the Feb. 11 board of education meeting.
Using Bee Bots under the guidance of library media specialist Julie Amoroso, Rising Star Leaders were challenged to navigate a small maze that would bring them from home to school and back again. Working cooperatively, students input each step of the way into their respective Bee Bots, creating the instructions needed to complete the path. Each group also had to make sure to stop at a “charging station” before completion. Bee Bots bring an innovative early start to coding to Reinhard’s first and second graders, who continue to develop their coding skills with Hatch! at Winthrop Avenue School and Python at Shore Road School.

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1) Reinhard Early Childhood Center students showed their early coding skills during the Feb. 11 board of education meeting.
2) Bee Bots bring an innovative early start to coding for first and second graders.
3) As teams overcame obstacles, Rising Star Leaders were celebratory.
4) Guided by library media specialist Julie Amoroso, students presented their knowledge to trustees and parents.

Photos courtesy Bellmore Public Schools

Date Added: 2/25/2025

A day filled with exciting activities at Winthrop Avenue School in the Bellmore School District immersed students into the lives and practices of American Indians on Jan. 24.

Experts with in-depth knowledge of American Indian culture from Journeys Into American Indian Territories visited Winthrop Avenue to give students an experience that shed light on the tools and skills American Indians used for survival. In the gymnasium, a museum showcased authentic artifacts, including tools used for hunting and gathering and a mural that displayed a story signifying the culture’s deep connection to nature. Denoting the roles typically taken by men and women in American Indian society, Winning Star Leaders named peers who stood out through kind deeds and leadership. In the art room, students crafted pots with clay, using the skills used by American Indians. The presentation gave Winthrop Avenue students a deeper understanding and appreciation of American Indians’ cultural practices.

Date Added: 2/5/2025