The New York State Education Department requires all schools to have policies and procedures for the safe evacuation of students, staff, and visitors in the event of an emergency. These plans include our evacuation route, shelter sites, and protocols to ensure everyone's safety.
This year, we will extend our practice to include the actual evacuation from Fairfield to our designated evacuation site, Massapequa High School.
We are working closely with our emergency response team—comprised of district and school personnel—to ensure that in the case of a real emergency, we are fully prepared.
Please note that due to inclement weather, the Emergency Evacuation Drill originally scheduled for Thursday, September 25, 2025, has been rescheduled to Thursday, October 16, 2025. All students and staff will evacuate Fairfield and depart the premises via school bus to Massapequa High School. The drill will not interfere with our normal lunch routine.
We ask for your assistance with the following:
Please bring your child to school on time. Arrival begins at 9:15.
Late arriving students should enter the lobby as usual. Accommodations have been made for these students, and they will be supervised at Fairfield by a teacher.
In the event of a real evacuation, you would be notified as soon as safely possible. We anticipate that the drill will run smoothly and will use it as an opportunity to reflect on our procedures to ensure safe and effective plans. Additional safety drills will continue throughout the school year.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Should you have any questions, please contact the main office at 516-308-5301.
Sincerely,
Kristi Gerhard
Kristi Gerhard
Please click the link below to access a letter regarding Family Connect Night.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_MmJe-nKmeGWq7QC4JnY6F7aDv1BNDqTCDUmLsHX5lI/edit?usp=sharing
Sincerely,
Dr. Gerhard & Ms. Pavlick
The Fairfield Fun Run is happening tomorrow, and we are so excited to see our students come together for this great event!
Thank you for your continued support of our school and our students. Please see the original flyer attached.
Sincerely,
Dr. Gerhard
Dear Fairfield Families,
Due to inclement weather, we must cancel today's planned evacuation drill to the high school.
The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, and we will be rescheduling the drill for a new date in October. We will notify you with the updated schedule as soon as it is confirmed.
Thank you for your understanding.
Sincerely,
Dr. Gerhard
This email is a reminder about our upcoming full evacuation drill, which will take place on Thursday, September 25th.
As a reminder, our students and staff will be evacuating Fairfield Elementary and traveling by bus to our designated site, Massapequa High School.
We ask that you please have your child arrive at school on time, with arrival beginning at 9:15 AM.
Thank you for your cooperation as we work to ensure our school is prepared for any emergency. If you have any questions, please refer to the letter or contact the main office at 516-308-5301.
Sincerely,
Kristi Gerhard
Principal
Please see the linked letter regarding report cards: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XVqeJcsMMnxaA2k2SEveDzHKCywA5Fuj/view?usp=sharing
Dear Fairfield Families,
This email contains important information regarding club registration for your student(s).
Please click the link below to access our letter that details the available clubs, meeting dates, and registration process. The letter is two pages. The deadline to complete this form is September 25, 2025.
You will receive confirmation of your child’s enrollment in these clubs.(*) Approval by club advisor or elections needed. Space may be limited for some clubs.
Club Information Letter
Sincerely,
Dr. Gerhard & Ms. Pavlick
When: Friday, September 19th after dismissal
Where: Tables in front of the school
Cost: $2 each
All proceeds go directly to help fund the class of 2026's 5th-grade events.
This email is to inform you that you will be receiving an important email tomorrow, Tuesday, September 16th, around 3:00 PM, with all the information you need about Fairfield's upcoming clubs.
Please be aware that club registration is on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage you to review the email as soon as you can.
We hope you have a wonderful evening!
Sincerely,
Dr. Gerhard, Principal
Ms. Pavlick, Assistant Principal
Hi Fairfield Families,
This is a friendly reminder that the Fairfield PTA Fall Plant Sale ends this Sunday, September 15th!
Don't miss out on your chance to order beautiful mums, daffodils, pansies, tulips, hanging baskets, and more. All orders are online only and can be placed at the link below.
Order Online: FFEPTA.mycheddarup.com
Pickup:
Your online orders will be available for pickup on Thursday, September 18th, in the Fairfield courtyard.
Thank you for your support!
Sincerely,
The Fairfield PTA
Dear Fairfield Elementary Families,
This is a friendly reminder that our annual Back to School Barbecue is happening today! We have a fun-filled afternoon planned with delicious food, great music, and good times.
Event Details:
Date: Today, Friday, September 12th
Time: 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM
Location: Fairfield Elementary Playground & Field
Tickets:
Tickets are $20 per person.
Pre-K and younger are free.
Every ticket includes food, entertainment, and fun!
We hope to see you all there!
Best regards,
The Fairfield Elementary School PTA
Get ready to smile! The Fairfield PTA is excited to announce our upcoming school Picture Day.
Event Details:
Date: September 30, 2025
Retake Day: November 18, 2025
You can order your photos online today! Simply use the QR code on the flyer or visit the website below and enter our school code.
Website: www.classactphoto.com
School Code: FAIRFIELD25
Please see the attached flyer for more details on photo packages and pricing.
For any questions, feel free to contact Kelly Rowland, our Chairperson, at kellyrowlandskincare@gmail.com.
Thank you,
The Fairfield PTA
The Fairfield Class of 2026 is hosting a pretzel fundraiser to support their upcoming 5th-grade events. We are excited to offer fresh Philly Pretzels for just $2 each.
Event Details:
Date: Friday, September 19th
Time: After dismissal
Location: In front of the school, near the main entrance
All proceeds will go directly to funding events for the Class of 2026. Your support is greatly appreciated!
Thank you,
The Fairfield Class of 2026 Fifth Grade Committee
This is a friendly reminder that our Back-to-School BBQ is tomorrow! We are excited to see everyone there.
Please note that this is not a drop-off event. All children must be supervised by an adult.
A special thank you to our PTA for hosting this wonderful event!
Sincerely,
Dr. Gerhard & Ms. Pavlick
Thank you,
Dr. Gerhard & Ms. Pavlick
As the first week of school comes to a close, we wanted to reach out and say a huge thank you for entrusting us with your children. It has been a truly wonderful week getting to know our new students, watching friendships begin to blossom, and seeing and hearing all about the adventures of the students we've missed so much over the summer.
As we settle into the school year, we also wanted to remind you of a couple of important upcoming events. Don't forget that our Back to School Night is next week on Tuesday, September 9th; the information that was sent home is also attached for your reference. Also, our first PTA meeting will be held on Monday, September 8th at 7:30 pm in the auditorium.
Thank you for sharing your children with us and for your trust. We are so grateful to have such a supportive and engaged community.
We are looking forward to a fantastic school year and can't wait to see all the amazing things we will accomplish together.
Warmly,
Kristi Gerhard, Principal
Megan Pavlick, Assistant Principal
Hello Massapequa!
It’s that time! After nearly a year in the making, we’re proud to share a video capturing the heart, spirit, and pride of Massapequa: our students, our staff, and our community.
More than words, this is the story of our commitment — a community built on connection, tradition, and the belief that together we can unlock a world of possibility for every child. In just 2 minutes and 43 seconds, this video reaffirms our vision: “Creating Leaders… One Child at a Time.”
I hope you enjoy it, and I invite you to share this inspiring message. Now, let’s get to the show. 💙💛
Video Link: https://youtu.be/crnazW8bCBg
All the best,
Dr. William Brennan
Superintendent of Schools
Over the first few weeks of school and throughout the year, your children will be practicing several emergency drills, including fire drills, as required by New York State and our district. The purpose of practicing these procedures is for your children and our staff to have familiarity and comfort with the routines. Within the next two weeks we will practice a lockdown drill and a fire drill.
It is necessary for us to be prepared for any type of emergency. The students will be advised and prepared for the drills in advance by their teachers in a sensitive and grade appropriate manner. Moving forward, some drills will be announced and others will be unannounced. If we do need to implement any procedure for an actual emergency, you will be notified.
Sincerely,
Kristi Gerhard, E.d.D
Principal
Medication Drop off for the 2025-2026 school year will be as follows:
Thursday, August 28th: 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Tuesday, September 2nd: 9:30am - 11:00am
All medications must be new and unopened, and must be dropped off by an adult.
Please have the “Administration of Medication in School” request form (linked below) completed and signed by the doctor AND a parent for each medication.
If any of the above times are not possible for you, please email Mrs. Healy at Lhealy@msd.k12.ny.us to arrange an alternate drop off time.
Thank you!
