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Erin Nastri To Assume Role As Principal At Deasy Elementary In July 2023
The Glen Cove City School District Board of Education has appointed Erin Nastri to assume the role of principal of Deasy Elementary School for the 2023-2024 school year, effective July 1, 2023. Ms. Nastri will succeed Melanie Arfman who will be retiring at the end of June. Ms. Nastri visited the school on Tuesday, June 13, 2023 and enjoyed meeting everyone.
Erin Nastri has 20 years of experience working in education as a teaching assistant, elementary classroom teacher, summer school Assistant Principal in Great Neck School District, and most recently as an Assistant Principal in Three Village Central School District. Throughout her ca- reer, she has focused on advocating for the whole child. Ms. Nastri said, “I believe that all children should have access to a safe, secure, and enriching learning environment. In keeping with this philosophy, I have piloted initiatives which seek to promote self-regulatory strategies for students including a sensory hallway, therapy dogs visiting classrooms through Paws for Positivity, and a PBIS bus program.” She believes deeply in creating strong relationships with all members of our school community. Ms. Nastri is honored to continue the many great traditions of sparking curiosity and embracing inclusivity that the Glen Cove community values.
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“Please join me in warmly welcoming our new elementary school principal to our district. With her vision, dedication, and experience, I am confident that our students will thrive under her leadership. We look forward to working together to provide the best possible education for our children,” said Superintendent Dr. Maria L. Rianna.
For more information about the Glen Cove City School District, visit the district’s website at www.glencoveschools.org and follow their Facebook page @glencovecityschools.
Randy Arnold To Assume Role As Principal At Gribbin Elementary In July 2023
The Glen Cove City School District Board of Education has appointed Randy Arnold to assume the role of principal of Gribbin Elementary School for the 20232024 school year, effective July 1, 2023. Ms. Arnold will succeed Francine Santoro who will be retiring at the end of June.
Randy Arnold is a dedicated educational leader with extensive experience and expertise in elementary education and educational leadership for more than 20 years. She has a passion for fostering student success and driving innovation and creativity both for educators and students. Ms. Arnold has made significant contributions throughout her career, particularly with a focus on literacy and STEM-based initiatives.
Arnold holds a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Educational Leadership from Long Island University / C.W. Post Campus, a Master of Science in Elementary Education from Queens College CUNY, and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Molloy University. She is a highly certified professional, with credentials including NYS Certification as a School Building Leader, NYS Literacy Certification, and NYS Certification in Elementary Education.
It is with great enthusiasm that Arnold embraces the Gribbin School community to collaborate with students, teachers, and families to grow lifelong learners. She looks forward to contributing to the continued growth and success of the Glen Cove edu- cational community.
“We are delighted to introduce our newly appointed elementary school principal to the district. We are confident that her exceptional skills, dedication, and experience will greatly benefit our students. Together, we will work towards providing the highest quality education to ensure the success of our children,” said Superintendent Dr. Maria L. Rianna.
For more information about the Glen Cove City School District, visit the district’s website at www.glencoveschools.org and follow their Facebook page @glencovecityschools.
—Submitted by the Glen Cove City School District
Innovative Oyster Bay-East Norwich Library Media Specialist Earns Nastar Award
James H. Vernon School’s library media specialist teaching assistant, Elizabeth McGee, from the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District, was recognized as a NASTAR (Nassau Association of School Technologists Award Recipient) during the Fifth Annual NASTECH NASTAR Celebration on June 8. She was honored by the Nassau Association of School Technologists for her innovation, leadership and support of technology initiatives in the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District.
McGee is passionate about educational technology. She is well-known at James H. Vernon School for being co-adviser of the newspaper club and adviser of two book clubs and the school’s makerspace program. McGee is also dedicated to advancing the use of technology in education. Along with school librarian Erin Dubon, McGee applied and was presented with the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Technology Innovation Grant which allowed the duo to add two state-of-the-art MakerBot 3D printers to Vernon’s library media center.
In addition, she has made significant contributions to promoting literacy through her management of a literary pumpkin contest and is a leader in teaching digital citizenship to all grade levels. The Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District congratulates McGee on this well-deserved recognition!
—Submitted by the Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District
