Dever Dentist Visit
In recognition of National Children’s Dental Health Awareness Month, James A. Dever students in grades kindergarten through second grade welcomed Summer from New Wave Orthodontics who spoke on...
View ArticleLearning About Journalism
The sixth grade gifted and talented class was involved in a very special journalism unit. In addition to working with a professional editor, the students traveled in small groups to experience several...
View ArticleB.E.A.R. Program Provides Free Books
Through the Willow Road School PTA's partnership with the Scholastic Literacy Program, B.E.A.R. (Be Excited About Reading), students each received a new book. Willow Road School librarian, Ms....
View Article100th Day of School Celebration
In recognition of their 100th day of school, James A. Dever students displayed special projects and participated in numerous activities to celebrate this milestone in their academic careers....
View ArticleHappy Birthday Dr. Seuss
Students at Willow Road School enthusiastically celebrated the birthday of Dr. Seuss. Classroom doors and hallways were beautifully decorated in honor of this clever writer and illustrator of...
View ArticleWillow Road PTA Reflections Assembly
On March 12th, the Willow Road School held its annual PTA Reflections Assembly. This National Arts Program was designed to encourage students to use their creativity in the arts for fun and positive...
View ArticleA Visit to Remember
Representatives from the Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter paid a special visit to kindergarten through second-grade students at the James A. Dever School. Gelsy and Michelle from the Humane Education...
View ArticleScientists and Surgeons for a Day
Sixth-grade students at Howell Road School had the unique opportunity to participate in an activity designed to enhance their science curriculum and provide valuable information about the heart and how...
View ArticleIt's Your Birthday Dr. Seuss
Kindergarten and first-grade students at James A. Dever School participated in a weeklong celebration of the birthday of Dr. Seuss. Students read many of his beloved books and had the opportunity to...
View ArticleBoard of Education Meeting - March 24, 2015 - Change in Location
The location for the Board of Education Meeting for March 24, 2015 has been changed to Willow Road School
View ArticleSpelling Bee Finalists Recognized
The Board of Education presented awards to four district spelling bee finalists, who each won the Scripps Spelling Bee competition held at each school in the district, on March 24 at its regular board...
View Article19 Art Students Recognized
The Board of Education recognized 19 student-artists on March 24 at its regular board meeting. Students earned the honor of having their artwork displayed at the Nassau County Art Teachers...
View ArticleJazz Up Your Life With Reading
The Howell Road PTA hosted its annual PARP (Parents As Reading Partners) program with a carnival. This year's theme was Jazz Up Your Life With Reading. The students were told about the reading program...
View ArticleFuture College Students
As part of a field trip to Molloy College, first grade students at Wheeler Avenue Elementary School stepped into the future and experienced firsthand how it feels to be a college student. The trip was...
View ArticleA Step Back in Time
James A. Dever fourth grade students experienced the unique opportunity to step back in time by visiting the Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum. The children learned about the whaling trade and what...
View ArticleEvery Penny Counts
During the month of March, members of the Willow Road Student Council focused their efforts on raising funds for the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society. The Pennies for Patients fundraiser has always been a...
View ArticleMusic Filled the Air
On March 26, the Willow Road School held its Salute to America spring concert. This year's concert theme was developed through a collaboration of the music department, the fifth-grade teachers and the...
View ArticleBoard of Education to Appoint Next Superintendent of Schools
On Tuesday, April 28 the Board of Education will vote to appoint a new Superintendent of Schools effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018. All community members are invited to attend the meeting,...
View ArticleStudent Artwork on Exhibit
During the April 28th Board of Education meeting, outstanding art students from each of the district’s four schools were recognized for their amazing artistic talents. Each student was presented with a...
View ArticleBoard of Education Appoints New Superintendent
On Tuesday, April 28, the Board of Education unanimously appointed Constance D. Evelyn Superintendent of Schools, effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018.“This appointment concludes a thorough and...
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