St. James Elementary 5th Graders recently put on quite the show at their annual Broadway Bonanza directed by teachers Maryanne Horvath, Michelle Wilk and
Christa Braunreuther. The show highlighted songs from Peter Pan, Bye Bye Birdie, Annie, and The Lion King. Bravo to all!
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Nesconset Elementary Visit Benner’s Farm
Nesconset Elementary School first graders visited Benner’s Farm in East Setauket where they were introduced to the daily life of a child during colonial times. They learned of colonial children’s chores, games, and responsibilities. They also became acquainted with the many animals on the farm and were able to feed some furry friends.
BB PARTICIPATES IN THE FOURTH GRADE FORESTERS USA PROJECT
In recognition of Earth Week which was celebrated April 20 to the 26th, Branch Brook Elementary fourth graders participated in the Fourth Grade Foresters USA Project. The project’s goal is to help revitalize a remarkable idea-obeservation packaged tree, packaged by workers with disabilities for the Fourth Grad Foresters USA Project. Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Petrozzela, parents of BB fourth grader, covered the cost of taking car of the earth by planting the tree and becoming an official forester. The students took the tree home and planted it.
The Nissequogue River State Park Foundation is holding its 4th Annual 5K Sunset Run/Walk for the Park & 1K Summer Fun Run for Kids on Saturday, June 9th. Both the 5K and 1K events will begin at the William T. Rogers Middle School in Kings Park and will travel through the scenic grounds of the Nissequogue River State Park. The 1K Fun Run begins at 5 PM and the 5K Sunset Run kicks off at 5:30 PM. There will be free food and beverages and live entertainment beginning at 4 PM. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top 3 male and female finishers and to the top male and female masters winners of the 5K Sunset Run. Awards will also be given out to the top 3 finishers in 15 separate age categories.
All participants of the fun run will receive a ribbon. All runners and walkers who pre-register will also receive a free T-shirt and gift. The entry fee for the fun run (children 12 and under) is $10. The pre-registration fee for the 5K Run/Walk is $20. The day of race registration fee is $25. To register by mail or online, please log onto www.ourstatpark.com.
All proceeds from the event will be used to help enhance and beautify the park.