For this year’s powerful pep rally on Sept. 20, the high school moved the exciting event from the gym, where it had been held in previous years, out to the high school’s football field. Students wearing maroon and white filled the bleachers as this year’s varsity and JV athletic teams – including the first-place varsity football Falcons – as well as the homecoming court were announced, while enjoying performances by the cheerleaders and kickline team.

Students returned to the district on Sept. 4 to begin the new school year and take the next step in their educational adventure.

“It was so exciting to welcome our students back for the new school year,” said Robert Frost Principal Eliana Levey. “Students and staff were eager to get back to Robert Frost, and we couldn't have been happier with how the first day of school went.”

“There’s really nothing quite like seeing the smiling faces, excitement and intrigue of primary school-age students,” said Philip Paniccia, the new principal of May Moore. “It’s already been so much fun getting to know these young learners.”

“The first day of school is always one of wonder and excitement, and this year did not disappoint,” said JQA Principal Christopher Molinelli. “We had a wonderful day filled with awesome activities and lots of fun. JQA is off to a great start to the 2019-2020 school year.”

“Our first day went incredibly smoothly thanks to all the faculty, staff, PFC, parents and students,” said Kelly Benson, JFK’s new principal. “Everyone is ready and excited to start the new year and we are looking forward to the adventures in store for us.”

Prior to their recent graduation, high school seniors Deana DiPreta, Tanzina Haque and Sana Nadeem attended a special luncheon ceremony at Hofstra University to recognize their third-place finish out of nearly 1,000 teams participating in the spring 2019 Stock Market Game.

“The Lady Falcons demonstrated a shrewd knowledge of investing,” said teacher Matthew Murphy.

The SEPFC recently sponsored a Paint Night for district students, held in the high school cafeteria. Participating students had the opportunity to create beautiful portraits on canvases, showcasing their creative skills and abilities.