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Title III Parent Night Presentation

Announcements

  • Memorial Day Weekend 2025

    Dear Island Park Families,

    The District calendar adopted by the Board of Education identified Friday, May 23rd and Tuesday, May 27th as inclement weather make-up days.  If no inclement weather days are needed prior to May 23rd, schools will be closed on Friday, May 23rd and Tuesday, May 27th, in addition to Memorial Day, Monday, May 26th

    If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact your child(ren)’s school building principal.

    Thank you for your continued support of the Island Park Schools.

     

    Fin de semana del Día de los Caídos 2025

    Estimadas familias de Island Park:

    El calendario del Distrito, adoptado por la Junta de Educación, identificó el viernes 23 de mayo y el martes 27 de mayo como días de recuperación por mal tiempo. Si no se necesitan días de recuperación por mal tiempo antes del 23 de mayo, las escuelas permanecerán cerradas el viernes 23 de mayo y el martes 27 de mayo, además del Día de los Caídos, el lunes 26 de mayo.

    Si tiene alguna pregunta, no dude en contactar al director de la escuela de su(s) hijo(s).

    Gracias por su continuo apoyo a las Escuelas de Island Park.

    Island Park Public Schools
  • FXH Students Celebrate National Reading Month

    Students at Francis X. Hegarty Elementary School in Island Park recently capped off a week of fun and engaging activities for National Reading Month with a Vocabulary Parade, inspired by the children’s book Miss Alaineus: A Vocabulary Disaster by Deborah Frasier. The event served as a highlight of the school’s celebration of March as National Reading Month.


    Francis X. Hegarty Elementary
  • FXH students enjoy virtual author read and study

    Students at FXH recently had the opportunity to participate in a special Author Study and Book Reading event with renowned children’s authors Kwame Alexander and Mo Willems.

    The authors read from their beloved children's books, engaging students with the story and then guiding them through a brief lesson focused on character development. The session gave students a unique chance to learn directly from an accomplished author and explore the creative process.

    The virtual event provided an exciting opportunity for students to connect with two celebrated authors, enriching their understanding of literature and inspiring their own creativity.

    Francis X. Hegarty Elementary
  • Island Park kindergarteners show off their Spanish knowledge skills

    Under the guidance of Island Park Spanish teacher Diana Vazquez, kindergarten students at Francis X. Hegarty Elementary School proudly showcased their Spanish language skills during a recent FLES (Foreign Language in Elementary School) Showcase in their classroom, where special guests were in attendance. The FLES program immerses students in Spanish language and culture through engaging, interactive experiences.

    Francis X. Hegarty Elementary
  • Author and Illustrator Douglas Florian Visits Francis X. Hegarty School

    Students at Francis X. Hegarty Elementary School were treated to an unforgettable visit from acclaimed author and illustrator Douglas Florian on Feb. 26. Florian, best known for his engaging children’s books that blend art, poetry, and wordplay, spent the morning inspiring young minds with a lively and interactive presentation on the creative process behind his works.

    During his discussion, Florian captivated students by reading his poems aloud, incorporating elements of rhythm, alliteration, rhyme, and onomatopoeia. His energetic, rhyming interactions encouraged the students to participate, repeating his poems and embracing the joy of language. Florian’s engaging approach brought his stories to life as he showcased vibrant, larger-than-life illustrations from his books.

    A highlight of the assembly was when Florian invited students to guess the animals illustrated in several of his drawings. This hands-on activity not only sparked curiosity but also reinforced the importance of observation and creativity in both art and writing.

    Florian’s work often draws inspiration from the natural world, utilizing wordplay, neologisms, rhyme, and humor to captivate young readers. His celebrated books, including Insectlopedia, Beast Feast, UnBEElievables, and Dinothesaurus, are beloved by children and educators alike for their clever integration of art and poetry.

    Francis X. Hegarty Elementary
  • Parent Teacher Conferences Flyer

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • Parent Teacher Conferences Parent Letter

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • Girls Basketball 8th Grade 2024-2025

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • CTA Washington Trip Registration Instructions

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • Make Your Voice Heard - Contact Information for Governor Hochul and Elected Officials

    Restore Foundation Aid to Our Schools

    Click here to view the Superintendent's Letter

    What’s happening?

    At a time when expenditures continue to rise beyond the district's control, federal COVID funds are set to expire, and the school district continues to deal with the aftermath of the LIPA/Nassau County Tax Certiorari Settlement with respect to the E.F. Barrett Power Plant, the $118,000 reduction in state aid proposed by Governor Hochul could have long-lasting results for our schools.

    What can you do?

    Contact Governor Hochul and our elected officials and help advocate for the full restoration of state aid for the Island Park UFSD.

    Click here to send the Governor a message online.

    Assemblyman Ari Brown: browna@nyassembly.gov

     

    Senator Canzoneri-Fitzpatrick: canzoneri@nysenate.gov

    Island Park Public Schools
  • Island Park Elementary Students Recognized for Good Traits

    FXH students recently gathered in the school’s gymnasium for January’s monthly assembly to celebrate fellow peers being recognized for having tolerance, understanding, diversity, multiculturalism, respecting differences, understanding, and appreciating others. Throughout the school year, Monthly Character Traits Awards are presented to two students from each class for respect, perseverance, compassion, tolerance, honest, self-esteem, responsibility, loyalty, and good character.  

    Francis X. Hegarty Elementary
  • Puberty Video

    Click here to view the video.

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • Theatre Auditions Flyer

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • Uniforms

    Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s) of Students in Grades 6, 7, and 8: 

    Beginning in grade 6, our students are expected to change into “gym clothing” for their Physical Education classes.   This requirement addresses issues related to basic hygiene.   These concerns have indicated the need for specific attire to be worn during physical activities when young adults are prone to perspire.  Physical education attire at Lincoln Orens Middle School consists of navy blue athletic shorts (7” seam) and a grey short-sleeved cotton tee shirt. You may purchase these items in whatever store or through whatever catalog you choose. 

    PTA has made arrangements to organize these purchases at a reasonable price through the Island-Park vendor, E-Van Creations.  Items purchased will have the “Island Park Phys Ed” logo written on both the tee-shirt and the shorts.   Please see the attached flyer detailing the cost and available sizes.     

    If you would like to purchase either of these items, complete and forward your order form (see attachment) with a check, payable to “Island Park PTA”, by September 29th   and return to the school in an envelope marked, “Island Park PTA”.     When your order has arrived, it will be distributed to your child at the school.   If you have any questions, please contact Christina Torres at: islandparkpta11558@gmail.com. 

    Please be sure to mark your child’s name on all garments, using a permanent marker.    

    Our gym clothing dress code will begin November 1, 2023.   Please note, however, that students who order Island Park gym clothing are required to change into their own physical education attire until their uniform order arrives.   

    Sincerely, 

    Bruce Hoffman, Ed.D. 
    Principal 

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • Grade 6 Physical Education Demo

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • CTA Washington DC Trip Parents Presentation

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • Science Fair - January 30th, 2025 @ 7:00PM - 8:00PM

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • Letter re: Grades 5-8 Science Fair on January 30th, 2025

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • Superintendent's Letter re: Winter Concert - December 4, 2024

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • Important Information from Island Park Schools Re: Tax Bills

    Island Park Public Schools
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Activities that don't require a device! ¡Actividades que no requieren un dispositivo!

It's important to take a break from your screens. Here are some activities that you can do that don't require a phone, tablet, or computer!

1. Read a book. Think about the main idea, the characters, etc. Discuss it with your family!

2.  Draw a picture of something you see in your house or outside. Label the picture. Write a few sentences about what you see.

3.  Become an author and illustrator! Write and draw your own book. Use your imagination.

 

Es importante tomarse un descanso de sus pantallas.

¡Aquí hay algunas actividades que puede hacer que no requieren un teléfono, tableta o computadora!

1. Lee un libro. Piense en la idea principal, los personajes, etc. ¡Discuta con su familia!

2. Haz un dibujo de algo que ves en tu casa o afuera. Etiqueta la imagen. Escribe algunas oraciones sobre lo que ves.

3. ¡Conviértete en autor e ilustrador! Escribe y dibuja tu propio libro. Use su imaginación.

 
 
 

 

 

 

Extra Help

Extra help will be held  every Tuesday morning at 8:15!  

Calendar

  • FXH/LOMS Faculty Mtgs.

    Francis X. Hegarty Elementary
  • FXH/LOMS Faculty Mtgs.

    Island Park Public Schools
  • FXH/LOMS Faculty Mtgs

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • FXH/LOMS Faculty Mtgs

    Francis X. Hegarty Elementary
  • NYS Grades 3-8 ELA Assessments

    Island Park Public Schools
  • FXH/LOMS Faculty Mtgs

    Island Park Public Schools
  • FXH/LOMS Faculty Mtgs.

    Lincoln Orens Middle School
  • UPK Incoming Parent Orientation 7 p.m. @ LOMS

    Island Park Public Schools
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