On April 2, Northeast Elementary School’s STRIVE staff in Amityville were recognized during World Autism Awareness Day for their tireless work and dedication of supporting the district’s youngest learners.

World Autism Awareness Day kicks off a monthlong effort for schools and organizations to focus on sharing stories and providing opportunities to increase understanding and acceptance of people with autism and fostering worldwide support. At Northeast, Principal Dr. Pauline Collins hosted a special luncheon in her office for all of the STRIVE staff members.

The district would like to thank Northeast’s STRIVE staff for continuing to go above and beyond for our students.

Photo caption: 1-6: On April 2, Northeast Elementary School’s STRIVE staff in Amityville were recognized during World Autism Awareness Day. Principal Dr. Pauline Collins hosted a special luncheon in her office for all of the STRIVE staff members.

Photos courtesy of Amityville Union Free School District

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Date Added: 4/3/2025

Students at Northeast Elementary School in Amityville concluded Literacy Month with a special surprise from the Book Fairies.

Students received a very generous donation from the Book Fairies as they got to bring home multiple books to enjoy and reinforce their love of learning. Founded in 2012, the Book Fairies gathers new and gently used books and places them into the hands of eager children living in under-resourced areas across Long Island, New York City and internationally.

Photo caption: 1-6: Students at Northeast Elementary School in Amityville concluded Literacy Month with a special surprise from the Book Fairies.

Photos courtesy of the Amityville Union Free School District

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Date Added: 4/2/2025

On March 19, Northeast Elementary School hosted its annual Spring Learning Night in Amityville.

Students and their families were welcomed to participate in several Dr. Seuss themed multi-curricular activities such as letter matching, flower measurement, planting, and one-to-one correspondence, among other programs. At the end of the night, students had the opportunity to build their own edible rainbows and take home a gift bag.

Photo caption: 1-10: On March 19, Northeast Elementary School hosted its annual Spring Learning Night in Amityville.

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Date Added: 3/24/2025

On March 17, students and teachers at Northeast Elementary School in Amityville wore different shades of green during the school’s annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

Classes throughout Northeast participated in several St. Patrick’s Day-themed activity centers to create crafts and to learn about the significance of the day. Students crafted leprechaun traps, they dressed up as four-leaf clovers, and participated in several fun STEM activities. The staff also held its annual Irish soda bread contest.

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1: On March 17, students and teachers at Northeast Elementary School in Amityville wore different shades of green during the school’s annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

2-5: Many of the students dressed up as four-leaf clovers.

6-7: Students teamed up to craft leprechaun traps.

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Photos courtesy of Amityville Union Free School District

From March 3-7, students and teachers at Northeast Elementary School in Amityville participated in several activities to celebrate National Read Across America Week.  

The purpose of National Read Across America Week is to motivate students to read, celebrating reading and literacy, and building a sense of community around books. The weeklong activities included a celebration of Dr. Seuss’ birthday, Wacky Wednesday, Crazy Socks Day, and Rainbow Colors Day. Additionally, Northeast kicked off their celebration of Women’s History Month.

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Date Added: 3/12/2025