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

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

The Lynbrook Public Schools Board of Education honored several students and one educator who have recently enjoyed high level accomplishments at the April 23 meeting.

The staff of Lynbrook High School’s Horizon newspaper were honored for continued accolades at the New York Press Association Better Newspaper Contest. They won third place in Best Overall Newspaper or Online News Platform, third place in Best News Story for Cassandra Levinson’s article “Learning with Each Other: The Genesis of ‘Let’s Talk!,’” second place in Best Feature Story for Kerry Cullen’s article “The Sephora Kids Epidemic,” and third place in Best Photography for Sean Strohofer’s photograph “Senior Frank Sirufo Earns Spot on Newsday’s ‘Top 100.’”

Key Clubbers recently received several accolades at their district conference in Albany, including the Perfect Paperwork Award, the Early Bird Dues Recognition Award, second place in Service Hours Per Member Award, second place in Public Relations for the Camp Kiwanis fundraiser, first place in the Interclub Award and diamond level in the Distinguished Club Award. Additionally, members Skylar Wolkoff and Liam Gallagher won the Key Club’s Distinguished Vice President and Distinguished Junior awards, respectively.

Students in the Virtual Enterprise course helped facilitate the hosting of more than 1,000 students at Lynbrook High School for the Virtual Enterprise Trade Show. Student-led firms Revive and Snooze were one of the many simulated businesses on display. The team behind Snooze won gold medals in Social Media, Sales Material and Professionalism, while the Revive team won gold medals in Sales Materials and Impact Marketing.

Lynbrook High School’s Lady Owls girls varsity basketball team was honored for achieving an undefeated conference season. In wrestling, Zach Tinyes competed in the New York State Championship. Dan Quinlan qualified for the New York State Swimming and Diving Championship to perform in the 200-yard freestyle.
Lastly, West End Elementary School teacher Chelsea Gundrum was applauded for being named the 2025 Mathematics Teacher of the Year by the Nassau County Mathematics Teachers Association.

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1) The Horizon newspaper staff from Lynbrook High School were recognized for their wins at the New York Press Association Better Newspaper Contest during the April 23 board of education meeting.
2) Students Skylar Wolkoff and Liam Gallagher won the Key Club’s Distinguished Vice President and Distinguished Junior awards, respectively.
3) Members of the Key Club we applauded for receiving several accolades at their district conference in Albany.
4) Students in the Virtual Enterprise course were recognized for their performance at the Virtual Enterprise Trade Show hosted at the high school.
5) The Lady Owls enjoyed an undefeated conference season.
6) Wrestler Zach Tinyes received recognition for competing in the New York State Championship.

Click here to view the High-achieving Owls celebrated at Lynbrook board meeting slideshow.

Photos courtesy Lynbrook Public Schools

 

Date Added: 4/28/2025

Girl Scouts Brownie Troop 2600, comprised of 20 third graders who attend all three Lynbrook elementary schools, had a fantastic experience visiting Lynbrook High School’s Robotics Club!  Students advised by Mr. Dusman led an impressive and engaging presentation about their equipment. The girls asked many questions and were thrilled for the hands-on experience. The Robotics Team helped the Girl Scouts earn their Showcasing Robots Badge, which required them to learn about robotics competitions, robotics teams and see robots in action. #OwlProud #OwlLearns

 

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Date Added: 4/24/2025

 

Kicking off Earth Day celebrations, members of the Lynbrook High School Culture and Diversity Club, along with their advisor Karen Smith, visited West End Elementary School on April 11. The high school students led second and third graders in a fun and educational arts and crafts activity centered around caring for the environment. Each session began with an interactive PowerPoint presentation that sparked curiosity and discussion about the Earth and ways to protect it. The elementary students were fully engaged, enthusiastically brainstorming ideas on how they can make a positive impact on the planet. #OwlProud #OwlCares #OwlLearns

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Date Added: 4/21/2025

The Lynbrook School District is pleased to announce that West End Elementary School educator Chelsea Gundrum was selected as the 2025 Elementary Level Mathematics Teacher of the Year by the Nassau County Mathematics Teachers Association.
Mrs. Gundrum, a third grade teacher at West End, was nominated by her peers for her contributions to the education profession and the talent and creativity she brings to her classroom. Each year, the NCMTA recognizes an elementary, middle and high school mathematics teacher. Mrs. Gundrum will attend the association’s annual reception on April 30 in Farmingdale.

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1) Chelsea Gundrum, pictured with her third grade class at West End Elementary School, was named the 2025 Elementary Level Mathematics Teacher of the Year by the Nassau County Mathematics Teachers Association.
2) In her classroom, Mrs. Gundrum assisted a student with a reading activity.

Photos courtesy Lynbrook Public Schools

Date Added: 4/8/2025