SCHOOL NEWS

from The Roslyn News 7/05/23 edition is published weekly by Anton Media Group

by antonmedia2023

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Class Of 2023 Senior Walk

The Roslyn High School Senior Class of 2023, dressed in their blue caps and gowns, returned to their elementary schools for the district’s much anticipated Senior Walk. The nostalgic procession began at Heights, then continued on to East Hills and Harbor Hill Elementary Schools. They were welcomed back by Superintendent Allison Brown, Assistant Superintendents Michael Goldspiel and Karina Baez, school principals, teachers, and staff. Children lined the hall to cheer as they walked by, waving pom-poms and putting out their hands for a high-five. Pictured here are images from the event.

—Submitted by Cynthia Younker for the Roslyn School District

Moving Up Ceremonies

East Hills Elementary School and Harbor Hill Elementary School hosted their fifth grade moving up ceremonies on Wednesday, June 21. Both ceremonies, packed with parents and family members, were held in the Roslyn High School auditorium.

With beaming smiles, the fifth-graders entered the auditorium to Pomp and Circumstance. Roslyn Board of Education President Meryl Waxman Ben-Levy gave remarks at both ceremonies, which were attended by Superintendent Allison Brown and Assistant Superintendents Karina Baez and Michael Goldspiel. Roslyn Middle School Principal Craig Johanson was also on hand to congratulate the fifth graders and tell them how much he was looking forward to seeing them in the fall.

Principal Sherry Ma and Assistant Principal Jennifer Sheehan presided over the East Hills ceremony, which began at 9:30 a.m. Remarks were made by PFA Co-Presidents Shuli Lubin and Jen Steinberg. The students sang “Somewhere Only We Know,” and “The East Hills Song,” before being presented with their promotion certificates.

Principal Michelle Hazen and Assistant Principal Justin Gabrus presided over the Harbor Hill ceremony, which began at 11:30 a.m. Remarks by PFA Co-Presidents Amy Zuflacht and Bindya Melwani were followed by the presentation of promotion certificates and a student performance.

—Submitted by Cynthia Younker for the Roslyn School District

(Contributed photos)

The Special Education Parent Teacher Association (SEPTA) hosted its 2023 Awards Celebration at Harbor Hill Elementary School on Friday, June 16. The SEPTA breakfast ceremony is held each year to celebrate inspirational individuals who have made unique and meaningful contributions on behalf of Roslyn’s special education students and families. The ceremony was led by SEPTA President Kelly Hershkowitz and Director of Pupil Personnel Services Barbara Schwartz, who introduced each presenter. The recipients of the awards are kept secret until the ceremony.

Athletic Director Dr. Michael Brostowski presented The Helping Hand Award to teacher Tara Berkowitz for her consistent innovation in physical education and for striving to give students the confidence to succeed and reach their full potential.

Assistant Director of Pupil Personnel Services Cindy Samide presented the Extra “Special” Educator Award to teacher

END-OF-YEAR CELEBRATION

Deborah Copper for her tireless work tailoring education to meet the diverse and unique needs of all her students.

SEPTA President Kelly Hershkowitz presented student Adam Gitlin with this year’s Student Appreciation Certificate for his graphic design work on behalf of their organization.

Superintendent Allison Brown presented the Golden Award to Roslyn Board of Education President Meryl Waxman BenLevy. This award acknowledges people who are champions for inclusion, outstanding supporters of special education, and/or individuals who have created a program/ found paths for special education students to be assimilated and included, beyond day-to-day expectations. It was established in 2018 to honor the contributions of former SEPTA member Jodi Golden, who passed away in 2017.

In addition to the many administrators, faculty, and staff who attended the

(Contributed photo) ceremony, the families of the awards recipients were on site behind a partition, waiting to surprise their loved ones after their names were announced. Several members of the Roslyn Board of Education waited in the wings, alongside Ms. Waxman BenLevy’s husband and two children, which added to her great surprise at being chosen for the honor. NYS Senator Jack Martins also presented her with a proclamation in honor of her exemplary service to her community and the state.