As we approach December recess and the close of 2025, I’ve had the opportunity to be especially present across our schools — in classrooms, hallways, and auditoriums filled with learning, music, and conversation. There is a clear sense of momentum in Massapequa, as everything continues to build and move forward together — a true crescendo.
I’ve seen students proudly share their learning, performers take the stage with confidence, classmates support one another, and teachers guide moments that matter. These often-quiet interactions form the fabric of our schools, and two recent moments in particular have stayed with me.
After a championship game, I watched one student-athlete approach his team captain and simply say, “Thank you for your leadership. You led us to greatness.” It was a brief but powerful reflection of gratitude, character, and leadership that gave me the chills.
Just as meaningful was a recent conversation with high school students and staff about a new video broadcasting class and sports broadcasting club. As they shared their proposals for expansion, one senior remarked, “Even though I won’t be here to see the final result, I care deeply about making sure future students benefit from what we’re building.” That spirit of service and belief in something bigger than oneself is alive and well in our schools.
There are countless examples like these throughout our schools, and they bring to mind a simple truth captured by Carl Rogers: “We are always becoming, never arriving.” That idea comes to life every day in Massapequa — in our classrooms, on our stages, on our fields, and in the relationships that shape our students.
As we pause for December recess, thank you to the students, families, teachers, staff, and administrators who make Massapequa special. What we are building together matters.
We invite you to watch our Massapequa School District Holiday Video - located on our YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/massapequaps
On behalf of the Massapequa Board of Education and our administrative team, I wish you and your loved ones a joyful, restful, and healthy holiday season.
Warmest wishes,
William Brennan, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
REMINDER: To all Parents/Guardians of 8th Grade Students,
We invite you to please read the important Grade 9 Courses letter.
Grade 8 Parent Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b-pE1GWZv34Hf-HKHeqDra9t8PCyG_Ex_8k4LQPCzfg/edit?tab=t.0
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
REMINDER: To all Parents/Guardians of 7th Grade Students,
We invite you to please read the important Grade 8 Course Requests letter. After, please note and save the course selection date - Monday, 1/5/26.
Grade 7 Parent Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FmLNuhgDcPd62KZNpYEFWXDpg2SHISwy3dRm0Tu-GVg/edit?tab=t.0
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
Good Afternoon Parents/Guardians of Fifth Grade Students,
Please read letter below regarding information for the Fifth Grade Companion Night.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1I4_3qA5fLR_4_uUJ9hinT_9zUU3GArApiiFQnRFNZfA/edit?usp=sharing
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
Dear Elementary Parents/Guardians,
Elementary report cards will be available on the Parent Portal today 12/12 at 4:00PM. To access your child’s report card:
1. Sign in to the Parent Portal Web - https://msdps.powerschool.com/public (Report Cards not available through the Parent Portal App)
2. Click the Student Reports icon located in the navigation menu.
3. Under Archived Reports, select the report card.
If you need help accessing your Parent Portal account, please use the “Forgot Username or Forgot Password” link. If you continue to experience issues, email our PowerSchool support team at powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us. For questions about classes or grades, please contact your child’s teacher.
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
Dear MHS Families,
Please see your email regarding an important message from Dr. Brennan and Ms. Lowell.
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
Dear Elementary Parents/Guardians,
We invite you to please read the following revised elementary report card letter with corrected Report Card Posting Dates – 12/12/25 at 4:00PM (Updated), 3/20/26 at 4:00PM, and 6/26/26 at 10:30AM.
Updated Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Yo21Vt-luqFxOiISIi9C7bbHp2RIe0jMPSXoCqv-TTc/edit?usp=sharing
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
Dear School Community,
The Kindergarten online registration form and instructions will be available on December 15, 2025 at www.msd.k12.ny.us. Click on the link in our website “Featured” section to complete the 2026-2027 Kindergarten Registration Form.
Children turning age 5 by December 1, 2026 are eligible. Parents/Guardians are requested to register their child no later than January 31, 2026 for the District to best prepare for our incoming kindergarten class.
If assistance is needed, please contact the central registrar at (516) 308-5094 with questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District
To all Parents/Guardians of 8th Grade Students,
We invite you to please read the important Grade 9 Courses letter.
Grade 8 Parent Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b-pE1GWZv34Hf-HKHeqDra9t8PCyG_Ex_8k4LQPCzfg/edit?tab=t.0
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
To all Parents/Guardians of 7th Grade Students,
We invite you to please read the important Grade 8 Course Requests letter. After, please note and save the course selection date.
Grade 7 Parent Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FmLNuhgDcPd62KZNpYEFWXDpg2SHISwy3dRm0Tu-GVg/edit?tab=t.0
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
To all Parents/Guardians of 5th Grade Students,
As stated in the letter sent home with your child last week and emailed/posted on our website and app, the Parent Portal is now open for you to enter course requests for the Music and World Language courses your child will take at Berner Middle School next year. The window for entering requests is today, Monday, December 8th through Friday, January 9th.
Grade 5 Parent Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mnj73aNBVfqTwilg8cclYsILc0u9YCOomP5gNnRo8bM/edit?tab=t.0
STEPS:
Sign-in to the Parent Portal - Web Portal: https://msdps.powerschool.com/public/home.html (Not available through the App)
Click on the "Class Registration" icon located in the Navigation menu
Select a Music Course and World Language Course
If you have any questions about the Music programs, please contact Mr. Green at 516-308-5085. If you have any questions about the World Language programs, please contact Mrs. Kirschner at 516-308-5774. If you have any questions about the course request entry process through the Parent Portal, please email the PowerSchool Parent Portal support team at powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us.
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
REMINDER: To all Parents/Guardians of 5th Grade Students,
We invite you to please read the important Grade 6 Music and World Language Course Requests letter. After, please note and save the course selection date - Monday, 12/8/25.
Grade 5 Parent Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mnj73aNBVfqTwilg8cclYsILc0u9YCOomP5gNnRo8bM/edit?tab=t.0
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
To our Massapequa Family,
We invite you to view the November Massapequa Minute and Moment by clicking the links below.
November Massapequa Minute: https://youtu.be/7C6TzUPOPVY?list=PLFAcODhUNm2tDvCa9p2L5PZKuJJcbmPtk
November Massapequa Moment: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vyYrdxix6UvtLMcSOToaIqBLziXf7x4C/view?usp=drive_link
Sincerely,
Dr. William Brennan
Superintendent of Schools
Dear Grade 5 Parents/Guardians,
On the morning of Wednesday 12/3, we will be completing a scheduled Grade 5 student password update. As such, your child’s classroom teacher will be distributing a new password at the start of the school day.
Please note the following:
Students will not be able to sign-in on 12/3 with their old password.
If a student is absent from class on this day and needs access to their account, please visit the Parent Portal Portfolio Tab to access your child’s password.
Thank you for all your support. If you have any questions, please contact your child’s teacher or your building Computer TA.
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
To all Parents/Guardians of 5th Grade Students,
We invite you to please read the important Grade 6 Music and World Language Course Requests letter. After, please note and save the course selection date.
Grade 5 Parent Letter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1mnj73aNBVfqTwilg8cclYsILc0u9YCOomP5gNnRo8bM/edit?tab=t.0
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
Students in grades 10-12 are invited to attend the 16th Annual Career Fair on Friday, December 5th during Periods 2, 3 & 4.
In the Upper Gym, students will have the opportunity to visit tables and speak directly with representatives from a wide range of business, colleges and industries. This event is designed to help students explore possible career paths, learn about different educational opportunities, and gain valuable insight to the skills and experiences needed for success in various fields. Students can attend this portion of the event with their class or with a pass from their teacher.
Students also have an opportunity to sign up for one of our career panel sessions. Please read the Career Fair Flyer for more information about the career panels we are offering this year and how students can sign up: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uV6MKN6P37AjBQ3SNRB_6FU69vqRtPHc/view?usp=sharing.
Preregistration is required for these panels and students will be excused from class to attend.
Thank you,
Patricia LiVecchi
CTE Supervisor
Massapequa School District
To our Massapequa Family,
It’s hard to believe that Thanksgiving is just two days away. Time seems to have a way of speeding up just when we wish it would slow down. As the holiday approaches, I’ve been reflecting on our district theme—A Paradigm of Potential: The Power of Connection and Community—and how beautifully it continues to unfold all around us.
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been reminded of just how much is happening across our district—the impressive accomplishments in our classrooms, on our fields, courts, and stages, and throughout our entire community. Everywhere I look, our students are performing at the highest levels, showing that true success is never achieved alone but through preparation, teamwork, and collective effort.
What has moved me most, though, is the spirit of service that continues to define Massapequa. Across our schools, students and staff come together for food drives, fundraisers, backpack and coat collections, and countless quiet acts of kindness—living proof of our vision of Creating Leaders, One Child at a Time. This is leadership at its best—service born from gratitude and a sincere desire to lift others.
To our extraordinary faculty, staff, and administration: thank you for creating the conditions where these moments can flourish—you lead, uplift, and spark possibility every day.
To our remarkable students: your generosity, resilience, and commitment to each other inspire us daily and strengthen the heart of this community.
To honor and celebrate these moments, I invite you to watch our Thanksgiving video on our YouTube channel—a beautiful reflection of the gratitude and spirit that define Massapequa.
MSD YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com/massapequaps
On behalf of our Board of Education and district leadership team, I wish you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving and time well spent with those you love.
Sincerely,
William Brennan, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
The Massapequa Board of Education will hold a special public meeting on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the Board of Education room. It is anticipated that, immediately upon opening the public session, the Board will entertain a motion to convene into executive session to discuss personnel matters before later returning to public session to vote on public action items. There will be no public comment period at this meeting.
Students in grades 10-12 are invited to attend the 16th Annual Career Fair on Friday, December 5th during Periods 2, 3 & 4.
In the Upper Gym, students will have the opportunity to visit tables and speak directly with representatives from a wide range of business, colleges and industries. This event is designed to help students explore possible career paths, learn about different educational opportunities, and gain valuable insight to the skills and experiences needed for success in various fields. Students can attend this portion of the event with their class or with a pass from their teacher.
Students also have an opportunity to sign up for one of our career panel sessions. Please read the Career Fair Flyer for more information about the career panels we are offering this year and how students can sign up: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uV6MKN6P37AjBQ3SNRB_6FU69vqRtPHc/view?usp=sharing.
Preregistration is required for these panels and students will be excused from class to attend.
Thank you,
Patricia LiVecchi
CTE Supervisor
Massapequa School District
Dear Massapequa Community, Parents and Staff,
Please read our fall edition of the Insight publication highlighting homecoming, 9/11 learning experiences and our strong connection with school PTA organizations.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10-O0nKelWpnkmtH--jqgiRwsvtBxn9za/view?usp=drive_link
Sincerely, Massapequa School District