East Lake News from the Nest January 12 - January 16, 2026 with Harrison and Brayden
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East Lake News from the Nest January 12 - January 16, 2026 with Harrison and Brayden
https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/o/eles/page/news-from-the-nest-embedded-playlist
East Lake News from the Nest January 5 - January 9, 2026 with Sophia and Gabriella
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Final REMINDER: To all Parents/Guardians of 5th Grade Students,
The window for entering requests for the Music and World Language courses you would like your child to take at Berner Middle School next year closes tomorrow Friday, January 9, 2026. If you have not already done so, please log into the Parent Portal and enter your child’s course requests as soon as possible. Please note: Beginning Saturday, January 10, 2026, the course request feature will no longer be accessible via the Parent Portal. 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
Good Afternoon East Lake Community,
The East Lake PTA, the Library Department, and the Reading Department are proud to welcome author Jen Calonita to an in-school assembly on Monday, February 2nd.
If you would like to have Jen Calonita autograph one of her books, please have your child bring in their own copy no later than Friday, January 30th to Ms. Schwen. Please make sure that the book is clearly labeled with your child’s name and teacher.
Please see the attached flyer for a list of her books. East Lake's PARP Kickoff Author Visit
Sincerely,
The Library and Reading Department
East Lake News from the Nest January 5 - January 9, 2026 with Sophia and Gabriella
https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/o/eles/page/news-from-the-nest-embedded-playlist
Dear Parents -
Please click below to read the MSD Career and Technology Education Department's Winter 2026 Newsletter. This newsletter gives you an opportunity to see what our students have been learning this Semester in their Business, Technology and Family and Consumer Science courses. In addition, you will see the other extracurricular opportunities offered to BMS, Ames and MHS students.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lDC5gSVUeJJ0vpiMPYa3hH3tVNUjihcJ/view?usp=sharing
Regards,
Patricia LiVecchi
CTE Supervisor
Massapequa School District
plivecchi@msd.k12.ny.us
(516) 308-5975
Dear Massapequa Students & Families:
Please see the link below for information on our K-8 Science Discovery Fair to be held at Berner Middle School on Saturday, March 21st - 8:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Discovery Science Fair Flyer
Registration is now open and will close on March 6th - We look forward to seeing you there.
Thank You,
Katie Fasano
Supervisor of Elementary STEM
Massapequa Public Schools
East Lake News from the Nest January 5 - January 9, 2026 with Sophia and Gabriella
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Important REMINDER: To all Parents/Guardians of 5th Grade Students,
The window for entering requests for the Music and World Language courses you would like your child to take at Berner Middle School next year closes this Friday, January 9, 2026. If you have not already done so, please log into the Parent Portal and enter your child’s course requests as soon as possible. Please note: Beginning Saturday, January 10, 2026, the course request feature will no longer be accessible via the Parent Portal. 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
East Lake News from the Nest January 5 - January 9, 2026 with Sophia and Gabriella
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East Lake News from the Nest January 5 - January 9, 2026 with Sophia and Gabriella
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East Lake News from the Nest December 22 - December 23, 2025 with Owen and Daniella
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Our 5th grade students in Advanced Chorus, Advanced Band, and Advanced Orchestra collaborated with their teachers—Dr. Aspetti (Chorus), Mrs. Burkart (Orchestra), and Ms. Collins (Band)—to create a beautiful holiday ensemble.
On behalf of our talented students and staff, we are excited to share the link to the Holiday Concert. Please enjoy it at your convenience and feel free to share it with family and friends. Thank you for supporting your children and their musical interests. Each performer truly shined!
Wishing you a joyful holiday season filled with health and happiness. We look forward to seeing you in the New Year!
East Lake News from the Nest December 22 - December 23, 2025 with Owen and Daniella
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Dear Parents and Guardians,
Please find attached an important memo regarding a recent flu outbreak in the Massapequa School District. The letter includes guidelines to help you determine whether your child should stay home from school and tips for preventing the spread of illness.
We kindly ask that you review the information carefully and follow the recommended precautions to ensure the health and safety of all students and staff.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.
Thank you for your cooperation and support in keeping our school community healthy. Please click on the link below for the attachment: Health Notice
Sincerely yours,
Thomas A. McKillop, III
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Please find attached an important memo regarding a recent flu outbreak in the Massapequa School District. The letter includes guidelines to help you determine whether your child should stay home from school and tips for preventing the spread of illness.
We kindly ask that you review the information carefully and follow the recommended precautions to ensure the health and safety of all students and staff.
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact the school office.
Thank you for your cooperation and support in keeping our school community healthy. Please click on the link below for the attachment: Health Notice
Sincerely yours,
Thomas A. McKillop, III
Dear East Lake Families,
Come join us for the Chiefs Alumni Hockey Game in Honor of Connor Kasin!
Event Details:
Date: Sunday, December 21, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Bethpage Ice Rink
Entry Donation: $10
Game Matchup:
Massapequa Elementary Schools vs Massapequa Elementary Schools
Special Activities for Fans:
Massive Raffle Prize Room
Game Room Open for All
20% of Snack Shop Sales Donated
Bake Sale
CK37 Merchandise Available
For regular updates, visit CK37.org.
Thank you in advance to all attendees and supporters. We look forward to seeing you there!
Sincerely yours,
Thomas A. McKillop, III
East Lake News from the Nest December 15 - December 19, 2025 with Sienna and Meadow
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East Lake News from the Nest December 15 - December 19, 2025 with Sienna and Meadow
https://www.msd.k12.ny.us/o/eles/page/news-from-the-nest-embedded-playlist
