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Dear Massapequa School Community, We ask that you please check your email for a message from the Superintendent of Schools. Thank you, The Massapequa School District

To All Parents/Guardians of Students Currently in Grades K - 5: Please see the linked flyer containing information about Camp Invention, a summer program that inspires confidence as campers collaborate in creative problem-solving challenges led by qualified educators to bring their biggest ideas to life! Flyer: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UTRRMdsI5SuRM501YcbbnbhQ3cIho4BvdSQPGnC3Vn8/edit?tab=t.0 The program will run from August 4 - 8, 2025 at Unqua Elementary School. The registration link goes live at 9:00am on March 20, 2025. PLEASE NOTE: Information regarding other summer programs and opportunities will be shared in the near future. Sincerely, The Massapequa School District

Dear Parents, Please see the link below regarding Bingo on April 5, 2025. https://drive.google.com/file/d/13NLnAsWRix7w815qPt1txGFV1rwaBHXe/view?usp=drive_link Thank you, The Massapequa School District & SEPTA

Dear School Community, This Friday, March 21, 2025, is World Down Syndrome day. Please view the link below for more information. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1J2OOmQtjRkpvF3D32De0TtqSjM3hXJur/view?usp=drive_link Thank you, Massapequa School District & Massapequa SEPTA

Dear School Community, Please see the following from SEPTA: Game Night on March 26th at 7PM! Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cB_-In3ddAjPEHequWD5u-xGil4xLWTy/view?usp=sharing SEPTA Game Night Tickets: https://massapequasepta.givebacks.com/store/items/1162196 Sincerely, The Massapequa School District

Dear Massapequa Community, Please see the following from the PTA: Massapequa Community Night at UBS Arena with the Islanders! Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JBI-w73Bh4U0Pn5RVR8yR4M9-rTQWeCa/view Sincerely, The Massapequa School District

Dear Parents, There will be a SEPTA meeting this evening in the McKenna Senior Center at 7:00 PM. Please see the attached flyer for additional information. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dbfbRzZQdsJ5YQDMTtfCIIpohjl-fknG/view?usp=drive_link Thank you, Massapequa School District & Massapequa SEPTA

Dear Massapequa Community, Have you downloaded the new Massapequa School District app yet? It's the easiest way to stay updated with all district, school, and community notifications. If you haven't installed it yet, now's the perfect time! Download the app today – Search Massapequa School District or visit the links - iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/massapequa-school-district/id6736627355 / Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.apptegy.massapequaps&pli=1 Once you have the app, you will be prompted to set your notification preferences. We highly recommend including community notifications to stay informed about important events, activities, and updates from our school community partners – like the PTA, SEPTA, Athletic Boosters/Organizations, and more! If you need support, please visit www.msd.k12.ny.us/connect or www.youtube.com/massapequaps. Stay connected and informed! Sincerely, The Massapequa School District

Dear Parents, Please join us of the 20th Annual World Language Festival this year on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 from 7:00-8:30 pm at Massapequa High School. Thank you for your support. Sincerely, The Massapequa School District

Dear Parents/Guardians, We ask that you please check your email for a letter from the Superintendent of Schools. The Massapequa School District

Dear Parents, Sibshops provide young brothers and sisters (ages 8-13) of students with disabilities peer support and information in a lively, recreational setting. Please see the linked flyers for additional information. https://drive.google.com/file/d/19A8376w5KTzqbeuUf4bI_5rNf7MCgZ8H/view?usp=drive_link https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DC0qWm4T2Ocl-En4ZHkZpT8skq5EkrkE/view?usp=drive_link Thank you, Special Education Department

Dear Parents/Guardians, please click the following link for information regarding the upcoming New York State Grade 3-8 Assessments in ELA, Math and Science: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1--P3PYaclvmQf-TLKWvEP98mJ2blT91y/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=103218991010757996846&rtpof=true&sd=true

Good Afternoon, Registration for the 2025 Varsity, JV and JV2 Spring Sports Season sports is open in 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 March 17th. Please note, Girls Badminton, Girls Golf and Boys Tennis tryouts begin on March 24th. Sincerely, Ed Hoffman, CAA - Interim Director of Athletics

Dear Third Grade Parents, In the coming months, all third grade students will have the opportunity to select an instrument to begin playing next fall. The Inside Out Performance by the Massapequa Philharmonic is a wonderful way for your child to begin to explore possible instrument choices. Following the performance, students can participate in the Instrument Meet and Greet; a time to speak with teachers and students, see the instruments up close, and ask questions. For further information and a registration link, please view the invitation letter at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N1M-kWfdL8RWaV-YNb_sufqe0sKj_Hyf/view

To Our Massapequa Family, February may be the shortest month, but the Massapequa School District packed plenty into those 28 days! There was a bit of snow – just enough to get hopes up, but sorry, kids, not enough to cancel school. We invite you to experience these highlights in the latest edition of the Massapequa Minute and Moment: Massapequa Moment – February 2025 (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Yc92nQdnpcPMNR_9FdHKE8qB1SRHotlO/view?usp=drive_link) Massapequa Minute – February 2025 (https://youtube.com/shorts/j7L0qEjPx0U) Thank you for your continued support. Sincerely, William Brennan, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools

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 Secondary Parents/Guardians, We are excited to announce that Family Connect Night is expanding to include all K-12 students on March 5th! Please read this informational letter: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ntCfj7CzDyRF3kBfuKeQ3SCDKQnq19hc Sincerely, Dr. Brian Trapani

Dear Massapequa SEPTA Members, The Nominating Committee will be meeting soon to select a nominee for each office to be elected for the 2025-26 school year. We are seeking your input for consideration by the Nominating Committee during its deliberations. However, according to procedures, your suggestions and supporting information are advisory only and do not constitute a vote. You do not need to sign your name; all information will be held confidential. Of the current officers, Co-Presidents, Recording Secretary and VP of Fundraising, are eligible for re-nomination to serve a second term. The positions of VP of Programing, Membership, Corresponding Secretary and Treasurer are up for nomination. If you or someone you know would like to be considered, please use the Google form below to make recommendations. It must be received by 11:59 PM Sunday, March 2nd, 2025. Click Link Here: https://forms.gle/PYgWgLdqTcQe3WQE7 The Nominating Committee will announce its nominees at the March meeting. The completed google forms will remain unopened and will be opened only in the presence of the entire Nominating Committee at its meeting. Members of the Nominating Committee are: Debra O’Fee, Kimberly Gonzalez, Kasey Forst, Nancy Kallmeyer, Cara Klasson Thank you for your valuable assistance in this important task. Please contact Debra O’Fee at dofee1428@gmail.com with any questions. The Massapequa School District and SEPTA

Dear School Community, Do you have our new Massapequa School District app yet? If not, download it today at www.msd.k12.ny.us/connect or find "Massapequa School District" in the App Store. This will allow you to receive important communications from the district, schools, departments, and community/school organizations - all in one place! Sincerely, The Massapequa School District

Dear Parents/Guardians, Parent University is this Wednesday 2/26! Don't miss this opportunity to engage with our school community. Register today: www.msd.k12.ny.us/parentu Date: February 26, 2025 (Wednesday) Time: 6:30 PM - 8:45 PM • 6:30 PM: Doors Open - Meet and Greet / Elementary Parents: Register and bring your child(ren) • 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM: Workshop #1 (Register) • 8:00 PM - 8:45 PM: Workshop #2 (Register) Location: Ames School (MHS-Ames Campus) Workshop Flyer: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mSrt9lhq1wyimrr6Aw4BAFgauOS1vhYs/view?usp=drive_link (Workshop Video: https://youtu.be/QMedrs3xVak) We hope to see you there! Sincerely, The Massapequa School District