Dear Lockhart Families: We are so proud of all our students for reaching our school-wide reading goal of 50,000 minutes read during PARP week. Because of this, the top readers from each class get to cover Mr. DeLuca in silly string! This will take place tomorrow at 2:15. The entire school will gather in the gym and claim their prize! Again we want to thank all parents who helped us make PARP Week the best one yet.
Dear Lockhart Families: Each year, the placement process for making future classes is one of the most important, time consuming jobs we have. Multiple staff in the building discuss best placements for our students. Parents are also given the opportunity to give some input into the process, but understand that nothing is guaranteed and the overall decision lies with the school. Please click on the link to gain more information and use the google spreadsheet to enter your input. All responses are due by April 4.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/182JWM6KNzqtLUmkghcU_QCUGMP-fUeWx/view?usp=sharing
Dear Lockhart Families: After a discussion with numerous people, we are unfortunately cancelling the 5th Grade Ducks game event. At no fault of anyone, it was scheduled on the same night as the All Elementary Concert practice. This was the only date provided to the 5th grade committee by the LI Ducks, but the All Elementary Concert is an important, district-wide event that cannot be conflicted with. Having the kids choose between the two is also unfair to them. We wish that both events were possible but unfortunately, that is not the case. We are looking forward to watching our students perform at the All Elementary Concert!
The district is happy to announce that the Massapequa Public Schools Annual Science Discovery Fair is scheduled for Saturday, March 15, 2025 at Berner Middle School. The event is open to all young scientists in grades K-8. This is a great opportunity for our budding scientists to investigate, explore, and report on those natural phenomena that stimulate their young, creative minds.
As a reminder, registration closes tomorrow, March 1, 2025.
Please click the following link for more information: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1pdQX0tGTZiGYsHUMdpYM7NrycQaGIr_x/view?usp=sharing
Dear Lockhart Families: It is with great pleasure to announce that Lockhart Elementary is hosting its 2nd annual First Responder Appreciation Day on June 3! With the help of Mrs. Delwey and the PTA, First Responder Appreciation Day will give our school the chance to thank and learn from the amazing emergency workers that we have right here in our community. Last year was one of the most special days in Lockhart history and we are looking forward to welcoming the entire NCPD and all of their departments once again. Also, we need you! We are looking for our Lockhart Police Officers, Firefighters, EMS workers, Health Care workers, or anyone else in the First Responder category to come to and join us for the morning. If you are one or you have someone in your family that is a First Responder, we would love to have them come to Lockhart that morning and talk to the class. More information to come but save the date, June 3! We know you will need time to ensure you have the availability.
Dear Lockhart Families: The last week of PARP was Random Acts of Kindness Week. Because that was also our PARP Week, we will celebrate what we call Respect/Kindness Week next week. We feel that kindness should not be random, it should just be the way we are. Also, everyone deserves to be respected and it’s important that we teach our students this. Each day, our teachers will remind their students of all the conversations and hard work we are doing to display respect and inclusivity for all. They will also talk about the little things they could do each day to make our school a happy and safe place to learn and grow. We have put together some fun, non intrusive, activities that can be done each day. Something as simple as a student giving another student a compliment can go a long way. Please read the memo below which gives more information. We are also bringing back the highly popular Mix It Up Day, which was thought of by last year’s Student Council. On Friday, March 7, during all lunch periods, students will get the opportunity to sit with different people and strike up conversations to get to know each other. With the help of our Social Worker, Ms. Pusateri, all students will be given a different color index card, which signals the lunch table they will sit at. Questions and conversation starters will be on the tables to help students. These are all fun and important messages for our kids to learn. The more opportunities we take to display the positive traits in ourselves, the better our children will be.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18Hm97IjdVsWAAmUYuR3agPaK3Jkui2D4/view?usp=sharing
Dear Lockhart Families: We are excited to announce the winners of this years PARP reading contest. As a school, we surpassed our goal of 50,000 minutes read, by topping 62,000 minutes! Because of this, the top two students from each class who logged the most minutes read will get to cover Mr. DeLuca in silly string in front of the whole school next week! We announced the winners at the end of the day over the loud speaker and list is below. Also, the top 3 classes will get a pick a class prize. Those classes are - #1 - Mrs. Hoehn's class - 8648 minutes read, #2 - Mrs. Kohlhoff's class - 6382 minutes read, #3 - Mrs. Birney's class - 4455 minutes read. Congratulations to all of our students for doing a wonderful job all week. Keep up the great reading!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/18A8a3vtSFdcCbxSu1bIzem278Q9GbnUh/view?usp=sharing
Dear 2nd Grade Families: Beginning in March, our wonderful Social Worker, Ms. Pusateri, runs a second grade program called "Think First & Stay Safe," with all 2nd grade classes. These lessons teach kids about being kind to others, staying safe, and relying on grown ups to keep them safe. Please read the memo with more information.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/17mIUra20PmKrLiiIDAfEujOju1Ul5Abk/view?usp=sharing
Dear 2nd Grade Families: Every year, our wonderful Social Worker, Ms. Pusateri, runs a 5 week program called Mindful Kids. This program is designed to help students deal with stress and anxiety related to every day living. There are two 5 week sessions, beginning on March 10. Spots are limited for each group and it is a first come, first serve basis. Please use the link below to register before March 4.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/17inKoIQaPJqDNJ5o0y_U8t8jPFo5yW2f/view?usp=sharing
Dear Lockhart Families: On Monday, February 24, we will be celebrating our 100th Day of School! All students, especially our Kindergarten will be doing special activities during the day, we have giveaways for the children, and we are inviting everyone to dress like they are 100 years old! Our Kindergarten will have their annual parade through the hallways as well! We hope everyone has an wonderful break and we look forward to seeing you on the 100th Day of School!
To Parents/Guardians of Students in Grade 5 - 11,
This is a reminder that the ability to view your child's 2025-2026 course requests is now available via the parent portal. To view the list of courses, please click on the "Class Registration" icon located in the navigation menu on the left side of the parent portal screen. Please note, if your child has an IEP, all recommendations will be discussed and courses finalized at your child’s CSE annual review meeting.
Parents of Students in Grade 5: If you have questions regarding a recommended support class, please contact your child’s current 5th grade teacher or Patricia Quinn-Hendry, Comprehensive Literacy Chairperson K-12, at 516-308-5153. Any other schedule questions or concerns can be made directly to the Berner Guidance Department by Friday, February 14, 2025.
Parents of Students in Grade 6: If you have questions regarding regents/accelerated level designations or recommended support classes, please contact your child’s current sixth grade teacher. Any other requests for a course change must be made directly with the Berner Guidance Department by Friday, February 14, 2025.
Parents of Students in Grades 7 - 8: Any questions or concerns should be directed to your child's guidance counselor. Requests for a course change must be made Friday, February 14, 2025.
Parents of Students in Grades 9-11: If you have any questions after reviewing the course requests listed, please contact your child’s guidance counselor as soon as possible.
If you have any questions in reference to the scheduling process, please do not hesitate to contact the guidance office at Berner, MHS - Ames Campus or MHS - Main Campus.
Sincerely, The Massapequa School District
Dear Lockhart Families: As part of our PARP Week, we are running a Book Fairies collection. If you are looking to get rid of some old books, Book Fairies is the best way to clean them out and give to a great cause at the same time. There are boxes in the main lobby for the rest of the week.
Dear Lockhart Families: We continued our 2025 PARP Week this morning with our Book Reunion Event! All students visited last year's classes for a reunion and our Kindergarten met with their 5th grade teaching buddies. The entire staff helped by being in the classrooms as well. Everyone loved being back together for this amazing event. Please continue to log those reading minutes and send in the Reading Slips everyday. We are over 32,000 minutes already!
Dear K-8 Parents and Guardians,
Kindly click the link to read an important letter regarding the release of Winter iReady assessment reports.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/160wKztELk1U4gEBsAfSs3d9ajhfy4Vwlnm2Irjh58cs/edit?usp=sharing
Thank you,
The Massapequa School District
Dear Lockhart Families: Be sure to log your minutes every night using the QR code on the PARP parent letter. Our school wide goal is 50,000 minutes by the end of the week. Also, remind your kids to bring in the At Home Reading Activity slips everyday. We pull 10-20 winners everyday for a Homework Pass! Tomorrow is Pajama Day and our Book Reunion Day! All students will go back to last year's teacher for a short time to talk about the year and read a book together. Let's continue to make this the best PARP week ever.
Dear Lockhart Families: Be sure to sign up to be a secret reader in your child's classroom. A hard copy of the form was sent home with the PARP packet and it was also emailed home with the recent PARP emails. Click on the link below to access the form and it is also attached to the email. Fill it out and sent it in to your teacher asap so you don't miss out! Also, scan the QR code to RSVP to our PARP Kickoff night on Thursday. We would love to see everyone there. Friday is also our Book Character Dress Up Day! Come in costume or creative clothing of your favorite hero or villain. https://drive.google.com/file/d/16Pvwp-D6wsCJIhlu26hJ-mmw2iMe5kA6/view?usp=sharing
Dear Lockhart Families:
Be sure to sign up to be a secret reader in your child's classroom. A hard copy was sent home with the PARP packet and it was also emailed home with the recent PARP emails. There is a link below and also attached to this email. Fill it out and send it in to your teacher asap so you don't miss out!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16Pvwp-D6wsCJIhlu26hJ-mmw2iMe5kA6/view?usp=sharing
Dear Lockhart Families: Tonight is a Massapequa Family Connect Night. There will be no homework and we encourage all families to spend time together! We know how busy life can be, so being able to have a special dinner, an ice cream party, or a movie/game night is always so important. Enjoy the time together! Sincerely, Mr. DeLuca & Mrs. Vecchione
Dear 5th Grade Parents: Below is a link to a list off all the upcoming events for our 5th grade students. Please make sure to keep these dates in mind.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1799pOiiwK9HDA6M4OWbQe9kcgYGjpzVS/view?usp=sharing
Lockhart's PARP Week starts on Thursday 2/6 with our PARP Kickoff Event at 6:00. Please RSVP using the QR Code in the email.