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Lynbrook Public Schools named among ‘Best Communities for Music Education’ for 13th consecutive year

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Lynbrook Public Schools is proud to announce that it has been honored as one of the Best Communities for Music Education by the NAMM Foundation for the 13th consecutive year! This prestigious recognition celebrates the district’s unwavering commitment to providing exceptional music education and fostering a strong culture of creativity, collaboration, and artistic excellence.

The award highlights the dedication of Lynbrook’s music educators, administrators, students and families who work together to ensure music remains a vital part of the educational experience. Lynbrook continues to stand out as a leader in arts education, inspiring young musicians and enriching the community through the power of music. #OwlProud

Date Added: 5/12/2025

Artists and musicians honored at board meeting

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The Lynbrook School District and Board of Education was honored to celebrate this year's All County Artists, All County Musicians, Long Island String Festival Musicians and PEAK Musicians before the May 7 board meeting. Congratulations to our incredibly talented artists and musicians! #OwlProud

Date Added: 5/9/2025

Lynbrook middle schoolers innovate with STEAM projects

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Students at both Lynbrook North and South Middle Schools recently put their creativity, problem-solving and critical thinking skills to the test through an exciting series of hands-on projects developed in their schools’ STEAM Labs.

Under the guidance of Peter McNally at North Middle School and James Fanning at South Middle School, students were encouraged to think outside the box as they brainstormed, designed and built their own unique creations. The initiative aimed to deepen students’ understanding of science, technology, engineering, art and math through experiential learning and real-world application.

Students began the process by identifying challenges or needs, then collaborated in teams to generate ideas and explore possible solutions. Using a variety of materials — including cardboard, paper, tape, popsicle sticks and recycled objects — they transformed their ideas into physical prototypes. Projects ranged from intricate architectural models and bridges to simple machines and interactive games.

Throughout the process, students demonstrated the core skills central to STEAM education. They analyzed problems, tested ideas and refined their designs based on trial and error. The result was not only a wide range of imaginative projects, but also a boost in students’ confidence and enthusiasm for learning.

“Our STEAM Lab gives students a space to experiment and learn from failure, which is essential for developing critical thinking,” Mr. McNally said. “It’s inspiring to see how they push themselves to come up with innovative solutions.”

James Fanning echoed that sentiment: “The students aren’t just building projects — they’re learning how to think creatively, collaborate effectively and solve problems in ways that will serve them far beyond the classroom.”

The success of the program highlights the importance of STEAM education in preparing students for the future — and just how powerful learning can be when imagination leads the way. #OwlProud #OwlLearns

 

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Date Added: 4/24/2025


 

Lynbrook middle schoolers connect with professionals for Career Fair

Middle schoolers in the Lynbrook School District networked and formed connections with professionals in a range of fields on April 4 for the annual Career Fair.  thumbnail265598

Middle schoolers in the Lynbrook School District networked and formed connections with professionals in a range of fields on April 4 for the annual Career Fair. 
Hosted at Lynbrook South Middle School, 14 guests spoke to students about their career experience in fields that included art, real estate, dentistry, forensic science, law enforcement and marketing. Each guest shared valuable insight and guidance with students, inspiring them with the many paths open to them after graduation. The district thanks all guests who participated, who included: 

Natalie Katz – Artist/Entrepreneur 
Joseph Toscano – Licensed Associate Broker/Sales Manager for Douglas Elliman
Karen Dooling – Forensic Scientist
Rosanne Bogard – Social Worker and Transition Coordinator
Dr. Nena Khan – Dentist
Brian Ladd and Clint Hurst – Suffolk Credit Union Branch Manager
Heather Dall’Aste – Marketing Director for The Smilist
Jarryd Ruff – Nassau County Police Officer
Claudia Hernandez – Assistant Nurse Manager for St. Francis Hospital
Judge Karline N. Wilson Schmeider – Administrative Judge for the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance
Robert Cremmins – Assistant Director of Admissions at Farmingdale State College
Robert Bennett – Contractor/Home Inspector
Daniel Potash – Restaurant Owner
Albert Marrazzo – Teacher/Coach

 

Click here to view the Lynbrook middle schoolers connect with professionals for Career Fair slideshow.

 

Date Added: 4/9/2025

 

Lynbrook middle schoolers excel in math challenge

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Twenty students from Lynbrook North and South middle schools recently sharpened their problem-solving skills by voluntarily tackling an advanced math challenge. thumbnail265064

Twenty students from Lynbrook North and South middle schools recently sharpened their problem-solving skills by voluntarily tackling an advanced math challenge, the AMC 8 exam. 

The AMC 8 is an exciting 25-question, 40-minute multiple-choice exam that provides the opportunity for students to develop a love for analytical thinking and mathematics, which can pave the way for future career success. In a supportive and friendly environment, students tackle unique problem-solving challenges using their classroom knowledge.

Covering a wide range of topics from the middle school math curriculum, the AMC 8 includes counting and probability, estimation, proportional reasoning, elementary geometry like the Pythagorean Theorem, spatial visualization, everyday applications and interpreting graphs and tables.

For the second year in a row, Lynbrook middle school students have been selected to compete in this prestigious national exam, showcasing their mathematical prowess. Every participant received a certificate of participation. The district congratulates top scorers Sofia Soroka from North Middle School and Timmy Ezagui from South Middle School. 

From North, talented participants include Devin Georgoulas, Leo Krokoff, Christian Cueto, Marcello Malcangi, Vera Saccone, Lucas Pollin, Shannon Clausen, Owen Ceglie and Sophia Goumennyi. Representing South are Julia Jin, Asher Stukov, Gabrielle Lerner, Sebastian Lerner, Antonio Kret, Rhys Murphy, Matthew Ambery, Audrey Bauer and Kaydie Fine.

 

Date Added: 3/20/2025