Fourth graders are coast-to-coast experts now that they have completed their state research projects at Martin Avenue Elementary School. They got to showcase their splendid work during a presentation for family members on June 18.

As part of the social studies curriculum, fourth graders in Lauren Fasano and Tiffany Joosten’s classes studied the 13 colonies and American expansion. Each student was assigned a state and used books and online resources to find important facts such as its capital, major cities, founding date, landmarks, population size, famous people and historical events.

Students wrote written reports and created colorful posterboard presentations. The tri-fold boards included a regional map of the state and its neighbors, images associated with it like the state bird and professional sports teams, and its flag. Fourth graders set up their boards in the cafeteria and welcomed their special guests to learn more about United States geography.

Click here to view the Martin Avenue Fourth Graders are State Experts slideshow.

Date Added: 6/25/2025

They graduated from elementary school on June 24, 2019 and came back as high school graduates on June 18, 2025. North Bellmore alumni returned to their roots for the inaugural clap-out, which were held throughout the district on June 18 and 20, and were celebrated by students, teachers, staff and retirees.

In the intervening six years, graduates continued their educations Grand Avenue Middle School and Mepham High School. For the clap-out, many showcased their future plans by wearing shirts representing the colleges they will attend.

The goal is for the clap-out to become an annual tradition to celebrate the successful culmination of 13 years of education. At each school, students lined the hallways holding handmade signs that welcomed back the now two-time graduates congratulated them on their most recent accomplishment. Sixth grade ambassadors led the seniors on through the hallways.

“It was an incredible success that left a lasting impact on everyone involved,” said North Bellmore Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Janet Pollitt. “Watching the high school Class of 2025 return to their elementary schools, welcomed with signs, cheers, music and heartfelt applause, was a powerful, full-circle moment. It not only celebrated their accomplishments but also inspired the younger students lining the halls. The energy and emotion of the day made it clear that this will become a cherished annual tradition in our district, one that highlights the strength of our community and the pride we share in our students’ journeys.”

The graduates hugged former teachers, took pictures with younger siblings and neighbors, and reminisced about their elementary school days. John G. Dinkelmeyer Elementary School Principal Danica Brugge, who came to school in January 2019, remembered her former students fondly even though they only spent six months together. She said her first graduating class as principal, and learning of their future plans, validates the work that is done in the elementary schools to build their foundation of knowledge.

“They spend so much time with us – seven years – and we really watch them grow,” she said. “To have this opportunity to be able to see them as young adults brings so much pride and so much excitement for their futures. We love the kids from the moment they enter these doors to the moment they leave, so to have the ability to see them again is a blessing. I think they enjoyed it just as much as we did.”

Click here to view the Class of 2019 Returns for Inaugural Clap-Out slideshow.

Date Added: 6/20/2025

Students were feeling just ducky at the marquee field day event on May 29 at Martin Avenue Elementary School. The Adventure Bound game show featured trivia questions and physical challenges that engaged youngsters in friendly competition.

The prizes for the winners were rubber duckies. There were two assemblies – kindergarten through second grade, and third through sixth grade. The program was hosted by the PTA.

Four students per grade came up to answer trivia questions and earn points for their team. The grade-level questions ranged from general knowledge to the various academic subjects. Physical contests included a hula-hoop challenge, cup-in-ball contest, Simon Says game and more.

Click here to view the A Battle of Minds and Moxie at Martin Avenue slideshow.

Date Added: 6/9/2025

With their future high school standing tall in the background, sixth graders from the North Bellmore School District had a picturesque day for the annual track meet on May 19. The sun was shining and a steady breeze was a delight for the runners who participated in several different competitions.

The event brought together nearly 300 soon-to-be graduates from John G. Dinkelmeyer, Martin Avenue, Newbridge Road, Park Avenue and Saw Mill Road elementary schools. Students proudly wore their respective Class of 2025 shirts. The setting was the track at Mepham High School, a place they will become familiar with following a two-year stop in middle school.

Physical education teachers coordinated the track meet, which consisted of short- and long-distance races. The events spanned from 50-meter sprints to the 800-meter race that was two laps around the track. There were also four-person relay races. Students practiced for their different events in the weeks prior during physical education classes.

Parents and family members were invited to sit in the bleachers and cheer on the students. Sixth graders left with pride for their elementary schools and with excitement for a future together with all their North Bellmore peers.

Click here to view the Track Meet Unites North Bellmore Sixth Graders slideshow.

Date Added: 5/27/2025

From their first day of kindergarten, students in the North Bellmore School District are nurtured to become joyful lifelong learners. Please view the district’s spring newsletter and Kindergarten Experience video to learn more about all facets of the program:

Spring 2025 Newsletter:
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Kindergarten Experience Video:

Date Added: 5/14/2025