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East Lake Students Create Valentines for Veterans
Our East Lake first-grade students met with their fifth-grade "buddies" to work together on their Valentines for Veterans project. Each pair wrote a card for a veteran, thanking them for their service and wishing them a happy Valentine's Day.
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East Lake Journeys into Native American History
East Lake fourth graders took an in-house trip to learn about the history and lifestyles of Native American Indians. "Journeys into American Indian Territory" immersed our students in the ways of life of Native Americans, both past and present, with hands-on activities reflecting the depth of traditions and histories
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Second Grade Designs Robots at East Lake
Recently, in Mrs. Krakoff's art classes, second grade students embarked on an imaginative journey as Robot Creators. Each student designed their own unique robot, focusing on giving it a positive purpose.
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Submerged Storytelling at East Lake
The fictional story of Trevor Cool came to life for students at East Lake Elementary School in the Massapequa School District as they participated in an interactive storytelling experience.
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All-County Music Selections Reaches Triple Digits
The Massapequa School District is proud to announce that 105 student-musicians have been selected to participate in the 2025 All-County Music Festival. The annual event is hosted by the Nassau Music Educators Association.
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The holiday season has served as inspiration for young writers at East Lake Elementary Schoo
The holiday season has served as inspiration for young writers at East Lake Elementary School.
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East Lake Gingerbread Houses
The holidays are a time for cherished traditions, and at East Lake Elementary School, nothing embodies the spirit of the season quite like Gingerbread House Decorating Day. On December 12th and 13th, the cafeteria transformed into a whimsical workshop as first-grade students and their parents gathered to unleash their inner architects.
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East Lake Reindeer Poem on Grinch Day
During Holiday Spirit Week, students dressed each day with a special theme. On one day, the theme was to wear their "Grinchiest" green or holiday colors.
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East Lake Learns Hanukkah Traditions
During one of Mrs. Himmelmann's weekly 'Secret Reader' sessions, a different student's parent/family member comes in for 15 minutes to share a story with us. This activity helps foster family involvement and engagement in our classroom community.
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Reindeer Facts at East Lake
Mrs. Lindroth's class embarked on a festive learning adventure with a dedicated "Reindeer Day." Together as a class, the students read a nonfiction passage about reindeer. As they read, they discovered facts, from the remarkable adaptations that allow reindeer to thrive in the Arctic to their unique behaviors.
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East Lake Annual Holiday Fair
The East Lake School PTA's Annual Holiday Fair was a magical experience for the children. With twinkling lights, festive decorations, and tables brimming with treasures. The children's eyes lit up as they explored the various tables, eager to find the perfect gifts for their loved ones
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East Lake Annual Balloons Over Broadway Parade
Recently, our second grade students read the inspiring book Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet.
“Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one has learned in school.”
-Albert Einstein
Before anything else, preparation is the key to success.
-Alexander Graham Bell
“There are two types of education... One should teach us how to make a living, And the other how to live.”
-John Adams
