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Dear Parents and Guardians, This is a reminder that the “Rooms” communication feature in our Massapequa School District app will be ready on April 30th. With this new feature, all of our instructional staff and parents will be able to communicate through this common platform to streamline communications. With Rooms, you’ll have access to even more exciting features like: • Stream: A place where teachers and staff can post announcements and communications • Messages: Direct communication between teachers/staff and parents On April 30th, you will receive a text message and email with detailed instructions on accessing your account through our app and/or the web. If you haven’t downloaded our app yet, please visit the Apple or Google Play store and search for the “Massapequa School District” or visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/app. Sincerely, The Massapequa School District

BMS Homeroom Announcements 4/23/25: https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/bmsannouncements

Dear Berner Parents and Students: Please see the attached link for important information regarding the administration of Session II of the NYS English Language Arts (ELA) Assessment. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PCUbJ1CMzvOUKmBsCG5fzl6Zd6tZJ9-y/view?usp=sharing Thank you, Jason Esposito, Beth Mullins, Keri Wing, Rob Tucker, Kristen Meoli, Ken Petersen & Ed Hoffman

Dear BMS Parents and Students of Algebra I, Kindly click the link to discover the upcoming Algebra Regents review sessions at Berner. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N_JLNx2fXLozZgTrMH5CBwe-Yqxa5noQ/view?usp=drive_link All necessary materials will be distributed in your algebra class, so you’re all set to succeed! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to your child's Algebra teacher. Thank you, John Watson Massapequa Public Schools Math Supervisor, 6 - 12 516-308-5972

Dear 8th Grade Earth Science Students and Parents, Kindly click on the link for information pertaining to the upcoming Earth Science Regents Review Sessions available at Berner: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11UvHPSBYwaqyeyl19LjvqtUH2W20l0kd/view?usp=drive_link Thank you, Daniel Mezzafonte Supervisor of Science 6-12 Massapequa Public Schools

Dear 8th Grade Parents, Please see the upcoming schedule of Review Sessions for the https://drive.google.com/file/d/1szUNt-cBjCmWatPO8OWlev9R9rLScgYC/view?usp=drive_link and the https://drive.google.com/file/d/11WDw9ZXTruXuGWAxXzpKb7S-9mhAmH9g/view?usp=drive_link . Review for the Checkpoint A German and Mandarin Exams will take place during the Teachers’ extra-help sessions. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s World Language Teacher. Best regards, William C. Anderson Curriculum Associate, K-12 Department of World Language and English as a New Language Massapequa School District

BMS Homeroom Announcements 4/22/25: https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/bmsannouncements

Dear Berner Parents, Students and Staff, Let's start the 4th quarter off on the right FOOT! The 6th Grade Class will be selling Fruit by the Foot for $1.00 each during all lunch periods on Wednesday, April 23rd and Thursday, April 24th. Please click for more information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l62550MbgfjexizssVaDwP5c7d92Sjkj/view?usp=drive_link Thank you, Mrs. Ferreira & Mrs. Kiley 6th Grade Class Advisors

Dear Parents of Grade 3-8 Students, Last week we paused our ELA assessments due to technical issues with the state. We understand this was disappointing and frustrating for everyone involved. We have received assurances that the system is ready to go, and we are committed to completing the assessment as planned. Session II of the New York State English Language Arts (ELA) Assessment is scheduled to take place on April 23, 2025. You can expect additional follow-up from your buildings on Tuesday, April 22. Thank you for your patience and attention to this matter. Sincerely, The Massapequa School District

BMS Homeroom Announcements 4/11/25: https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/bmsannouncements

Dear Parents and Guardians, We would like to thank you for your ongoing support with our new website and app! If you haven’t downloaded our app yet, please visit the Apple or Google Play store and search for the Massapequa School District. As a reminder, our district app currently offers: • District, school, and community communications • Access to our spotlight, events/calendar, lunch menus, and district/school webpages As we shared at the end of last school year and throughout this school year, we are excited to announce the launch of our “Rooms” parent-teacher communication app/website feature! After ongoing district planning and training, the “Rooms” communication feature will be ready on April 30th. With this new feature, all of our instructional staff and parents will be able to communicate through this common platform to streamline communications. With Rooms, you’ll have access to even more exciting features like: • Stream: A place where communication/announcements can be posted by teachers/staff • Messages: Direct communication from teachers/staff to parents and parents to teachers/staff We will be sharing additional information and directions on how to access your account in the near future! Sincerely, The Massapequa School District

BMS Homeroom Announcements 4/10/25: https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/bmsannouncements

Dear 8th Grade Earth Science Students and Parents, Kindly click on the link for information pertaining to the upcoming Earth Science Regents Review Sessions available at Berner: https://drive.google.com/file/d/11UvHPSBYwaqyeyl19LjvqtUH2W20l0kd/view?usp=drive_link Thank you, Daniel Mezzafonte Supervisor of Science, 6-12 Massapequa Public Schools

Dear Parents of Grade 3-8 Students, We are writing to provide an important update regarding the New York State English Language Arts (ELA) testing that resumed today, April 9, 2025. Unfortunately, NYS encountered another round of technical issues with its online testing platform this morning. Due to these issues, NYS instructed us to pause, and then later to resume testing. While many students at Berner and our elementary schools managed to complete their tests, some couldn't even start. We will contact those parents/guardians directly. Given these ongoing complications, we are pausing testing district-wide until after the break, awaiting further guidance from the state. Tomorrow, April 10, 2025, will be a normal school day without state assessments. We will provide updates on the continuation of the ELA assessment as soon as we receive details and assurances of testing capabilities from the state. This situation is incredibly frustrating due to the loss of instructional time and the time invested in preparing for this test administration. Additionally, there are now questions about the validity of this assessment which we hope will be addressed once we receive further guidance from the state. We will update the community as soon as more information becomes available. Thank you for your continued patience and understanding. Sincerely, William Brennan, Ed. D. Superintendent of Schools

Dear Parents of Grade 3-8 Students, We are writing to provide an important update regarding the New York State English Language Arts (ELA) testing that resumed today, April 9, 2025. Unfortunately, NYS encountered another round of technical issues with its online testing platform this morning. Due to these issues, NYS instructed us to pause, and then later to resume testing. While many students at Berner and our elementary schools managed to complete their tests, some couldn't even start. We will contact those parents/guardians directly. Given these ongoing complications, we are pausing testing district-wide until after the break, awaiting further guidance from the state. Tomorrow, April 10, 2025, will be a normal school day without state assessments. We will provide updates on the continuation of the ELA assessment as soon as we receive details and assurances of testing capabilities from the state. This situation is incredibly frustrating due to the loss of instructional time and the time invested in preparing for this test administration. Additionally, there are now questions about the validity of this assessment which we hope will be addressed once we receive further guidance from the state. We will update the community as soon as more information becomes available. Thank you for your continued patience and understanding. Sincerely, William Brennan, Ed. D. Superintendent of Schools

BMS Homeroom Announcements 4/9/25: https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/bmsannouncements

Dear Parents of Grade 3-8 Students, We are writing to inform you about an important update regarding the New York State English Language Arts (ELA) testing that was scheduled for today, April 8, and tomorrow, April 9. Due to a statewide technical issue with the NY ELA testing platform, testing is postponed for today, April 8. We will follow-up with additional communication once we confirm the issue is resolved and we receive further guidance from NY State. At this time, buildings will be resuming their regular schedules. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to ensure a smooth testing process for all students participating in the assessment. Thank you for your continued support. Sincerely, The Massapequa School District

BMS Homeroom Announcements 4/8/25: https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/bmsannouncements

BMS Homeroom Announcements 4/7/25: https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/bmsannouncements

To All BMS Students, Parents and Families, We are excited to begin the Berner Middle School Spring concert season! Concerts are coming up in May and we look forward to seeing our students share their talents during each performance. The dates and times for each concert are listed below: Thursday, May 1st Grade 8 Band and Rockestra at 7:00 pm Monday, May 5th Grade 7 Band, Flute Choir and Vocal Points at 7:00 pm Wednesday, May 7th Grade 6 Orchestra and Grade 6 Chorus at 6:30 pm Grade 7 Orchestra and Grade 7 Chorus at 8:00 pm Monday, May 12th Grade 6 Band and Select Singers at 6:30pm Grade 8 Orchestra and Grade 8 Chorus at 8:00 pm Due to the number of participants and in order for us to ensure there is a seat for each member of the audience, we ask that families limit guests to 4 attendees for each concert. With just over 800 seats in the newly renovated Berner Auditorium, we must comply with the fire safety code by not permitting standing in the aisles during performances. Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact our Fine and Performing Arts Office at (516) 308-5085. Thank you for your continued support. Jason Esposito, Principal Vincent Green, Director of Fine and Performing Arts