Massapequa School District

To our Massapequa Family,

I hope you had a joyful and relaxing summer! As we prepare to welcome back our students for the 2025–26 school year, I am excited to share the incredible highlights from this past season and, most importantly, to unveil our theme for the year ahead:

🌟 A Paradigm of Potential: The Power of Connection and Community 🌟

This summer was filled with learning, creativity and joy. Thousands of students took part in enriching programs — from Extended School Year and Summer Recreation to the Teen Center, Summer Fine Arts, Sports Skills, Robotics and Camp Invention. Our schools were alive with energy, innovation and laughter, and I know that same spirit will carry into the new year.

Behind the scenes, our dedicated custodial, maintenance and administrative teams have worked tirelessly to prepare our nine school buildings. Their commitment ensures that when our students walk through the doors next week, they will be greeted by spaces that are ready for them to learn, grow and thrive.

Our theme this year, A Paradigm of Potential, celebrates the belief that every student holds unique strengths and possibilities. By fostering connection and community, we unlock that potential together — as educators, families and neighbors united in support of our children.

This belief in our students is also widespread and throughout our summer programs, and I am thrilled to share the summer editions of our Massapequa Minute and Massapequa Moment:

At this point, you should also have received your printed 2025-26 school calendar with key dates, including Back-to-School Nights, workshops and PTA meetings. A digital version is available on our website at www.msd.k12.ny.us.

As we step into this new year together, let’s embrace the power of connection and community in helping every child discover and realize their full potential.

Wishing you an enjoyable weekend and an inspiring start to the 2025–26 school year!

With gratitude and excitement,

Dr. William Brennan
Superintendent of Schools

about 2 months ago, Dr. William Brennan

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Thanks to the efforts of our technology team, the Parent Portal is now open earlier than planned for all parents and guardians. You now have access to important student information and resources, including student schedules, the Absence Notification Form, the Student Document Upload Form, bus information, child username/password information, Schoology parent account creation steps/code, and more.

Parent Portal Link: https://msdps.powerschool.com/public/home.html

If you need support, please visit https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/parentportal or email powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

about 2 months ago, Massapequa School District

Dear Parents/Guardians,

This is a reminder that on August 21, 2025, at the times listed below, parents will have access to the Parent Portal. The portal provides access to student schedules, the Absence Notification Form, the Student Document Upload Form, bus information, child username/password information, Schoology parent account creation steps/code, and more.

MHS-Main: 9:00AM
Berner Middle School: 9:30AM
MHS-Ames: 10:00AM
Birch Lane, East Lake, Fairfield: 10:30AM
Lockhart, McKenna, Unqua: 11:00AM

Parent Portal Link: https://msdps.powerschool.com/public/home.html

If you need support, please visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/parentportal or email powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

2 months ago, Massapequa School District

Dear Secondary Parents/Guardians:

Welcome to the 2025-26 school year! At this time, we invite you to explore all of our technology resources and support information located at www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech. In addition, we ask that you please note the following:

Stay Connected with MSD:

As the school year begins, we encourage you to stay connected by regularly accessing the following three key resources: MSD App with Rooms, Parent Portal, and Schoology. These are outlined in the mailed Stay Connected with MSD letter and available online at www.msd.k12.ny.us/connect. In addition, please take note of the following for the Parent Portal:
- On August 21, 2025 at the times below, parents will have access to student schedules, the Absence Notification Form, Student Document Upload Form, bus information, child username/password information, Schoology parent account creation steps/code, and more. If you need support, please email powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us.
  - MHS-Main: 9:00AM
  - Berner Middle School: 9:30AM
  - MHS-Ames: 10:00AM
  - Birch Lane, East Lake, Fairfield: 10:30AM
  - Lockhart, McKenna, Unqua: 11:00AM
Absence Notification Form: All BMS/AHS parents must use the Absence Notification Form in the Parent Portal to report absences, late arrivals, and early dismissals. All MHS parents must use the form to report full day absences and call all late arrivals or early dismissals into the MHS Attendance Office at 516-308-5920. This form is accessible by selecting Forms from the navigation menu.
Student Document Upload Form: All parents must use the Student Document Upload Ecollect Form in the Parent Portal to submit confidential documents. (e.g., physicals, doctor notes, etc.) If you already have an Ecollect account, sign in using your email address. If you’re creating an account for the first time, it will be set up when you submit your first document. Click Sign In, enter your email and Parent Portal password, then click Register, agree to the terms, and click Register again. You’ll then be able to upload documents for all children linked to your account.

Student Chromebooks:

All students are assigned a Chromebook, charger (for home use), protective cover and carrying case. Students must use the carrying case when transporting their Chromebook to/from and in school. All students must use their protective cover at all times. In addition, all students need to charge their Chromebooks nightly. Parents/guardians agree to the Chromebook Learning Anytime, Anywhere agreement in the new/returning student form. For detailed resources and support, visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech.
- All new students will receive their Chromebooks, username/password information, and accessories when/if they attend the walk-the-schedule date(s). If not, please visit the Chrome Depot on the first day of school.

The Clever Portal:

All online resource links are available on the Clever Portal: www.msd.k12.ny.us/clever. Students sign into the Clever Portal using their Google account (username@msd23.org) and password. Student usernames and passwords are located on the Parent Portal Student Portfolio page. For detailed resources and support, visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech.

We wish you all the best this school year!

Sincerely,

The Massapequa School District

2 months ago, Massapequa School District

Dear Elementary Parents/Guardians:

Stay Connected with MSD

As the school year begins, we encourage you to stay connected by regularly accessing the following three key resources: MSD App with Rooms, Parent Portal, and Schoology. These are outlined in the mailed Stay Connected with MSD letter and available online at www.msd.k12.ny.us/connect. In addition, please take note of the following for the Parent Portal:
- On August 21, 2025 at the times below, parents will have access to student schedules, the Absence Notification Form, Student Document Upload Form, bus information, child username/password information, Schoology parent account creation steps/code, and more. If you need support, please email powerschool@msd.k12.ny.us.
  - MHS-Main: 9:00AM
  - Berner Middle School: 9:30AM
  - MHS-Ames: 10:00AM
  - Birch Lane, East Lake, Fairfield: 10:30AM
  - Lockhart, McKenna, Unqua: 11:00AM
Absence Notification Form: All elementary parents must use the Absence Notification Form in the Parent Portal to report absences, late arrivals, and early dismissals.
Student Document Upload Form: All parents must use the Student Document Upload Ecollect Form in the Parent Portal to submit confidential documents. (e.g., physicals, doctor notes, etc.) If you already have an Ecollect account, sign in using your email address. If you’re creating an account for the first time, it will be set up when you submit your first document. Click Sign In, enter your email and Parent Portal password, then click Register, agree to the terms, and click Register again. You’ll then be able to upload documents for all children linked to your account.

Student Chromebooks:

All students are assigned a Chromebook, charger (for home use), and carrying case. Students must use the carrying case when transporting their Chromebook to/from and in school. Parents/guardians agree to the Chromebook Learning Anytime, Anywhere agreement in the new/returning student form. For detailed resources and support, visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech.
- Kindergarten and new students will receive their Chromebooks, sign in information, and accessories at the start of the school year, along with a Chromebook Information and Getting-Started printout.

The Clever Portal:

All online resource links are available on the Clever Portal: www.msd.k12.ny.us/clever. Students sign into the Clever Portal using their Google account (username@msd23.org) and password. Student usernames and passwords are located on the Parent Portal Student Portfolio page. For detailed resources and support, visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech.

We wish you all the best this school year!

Sincerely,

The Massapequa School District

2 months ago, Massapequa School District

Berner Parent/Guardian Grades 7 & 8:

Registration for the 2025 Berner MS Fall Sports Season is open on ArbiterSports using the link below. This process needs to be completed for your child to be eligible for participation. The season begins on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/massapequa-public-schools-athletics
Please contact the Athletic office if you need assistance.

Go Chiefs!

Sincerely,
Matt McLees, CMAA, Director of Athletics
Ed Hoffman, CAA, Berner Chairperson for PE & Athletics

2 months ago, Massapequa Athletics & Recreation

Good afternoon,

Registration for Varsity/JV/JV2 Fall Season 2025 sports is open on ArbiterSports https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/massapequa-public-schools-athletics
This process needs to be completed for your child to be eligible for participation when tryouts begin on August 25th.

Sincerely,
Matt McLees, CMAA
Director of Athletics

2 months ago, Massapequa Athletics & Recreation

Dear MSD Parents/Guardians,

In preparation for the new school year, we ask that you please check your child(ren)’s district-assigned Chromebook(s).

Reminder from our summer technology information email:

If your child needs a physical Chromebook repair over the summer months or prior to the start of the new school year, we ask that you please drop-off the Chromebook at the district office with the front monitor between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM. (If a non-physical repair, please follow the troubleshooting steps located at www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech > Student Chromebooks prior to drop-off.)

Update: If you need a repair, please drop-off the Chromebook in the district office by August 22. If after August 22, please ask your child to visit their elementary school Computer Lab or secondary school Chrome Depot on the first day of school.

Please note, all incoming elementary students (i.e. Kindergarten, school district transfers, etc.) will receive a Chromebook and account information in their class at the start of the new school year. All incoming secondary students will receive a Chromebook and account information during school orientation days or at the start of the new school year.

If you need additional support, we ask that you please visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/tech.

Sincerely,
The Massapequa School District

2 months ago, Massapequa School District

We are pleased to inform you that Massapequa UFSD will be implementing a meal certification option available to schools participating in the National School Lunch Program for 2025-2026. All students enrolled in Massapequa UFSD are eligible to receive a healthy lunch at school at no charge to your household each day of the 2025-2026 school year. No further action is required of you. Your child(ren) will be able to participate in these meal programs without having to pay a fee or submit an application. Learn more by viewing our parent letter: School Lunch - No Cost at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1dbtA2ycTPNjub18pePGF_T2wnuUWnOCKP7Xbca15LW4/edit?usp=sharing

2 months ago, Massapequa School District

The Massapequa Board of Education cordially extends an invitation to all community members who would like to serve on the Board's advisory committees. The Board has established standing advisory committees for Buildings and Grounds, Budget/Finance and the District Audit Committee. Currently there is a limited number of openings on the Buildings and Grounds and Budget/Finance committees. There are no openings on the Audit Committee. These committees provide valuable information and guidance to the Board which assists in goal setting and planning.

It is anticipated that the Buildings and Grounds Committee will have approximately 5 meetings and the Budget/Finance Committee will have approximately 8 meetings in the 2025-26 school year.

If you would like an application to serve on one of these committees or would like further information, please contact the District Clerk, Pamela Alvarado at (516) 308-5001 or email at palvarado@msd.k12.ny.us no later than August 25, 2025.

2 months ago, Massapequa Board of Education

Good afternoon,

Registration for all Varsity/JV/JV2 Fall Season 2025 sports is open on ArbiterSports https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/massapequa-public-schools-athletics
This process needs to be completed for your child to be eligible for participation when tryouts begin. Varsity/JV Football tryouts begin on August 18th. All remaining Fall Varsity/JV/JV2 sports begin on August 25th.

Sincerely,
Matt McLees, CMAA
Director of Athletics

2 months ago, Massapequa Athletics & Recreation