At the December 10 Board of Education meeting, the community was treated to a festive holiday performance by our talented high school students. The ensembles included the string orchestra, brass ensemble and chamber singers, directed by Amanda Segale, Andrew Hochler and Daniel Santangelo, respectively. It’s always the highlight of the December meeting – and we thank these talented students for bringing us joy through music this holiday season. Additionally, the Board invites students to make a presentation about their school, and this month the community was privileged to hear from the senior high student government. They spoke about the many achievements, events, honors, and ongoing activities of the fall and winter seasons, accompanied by a photo slideshow for everyone to enjoy...
A huge acknowledgment of gratitude goes out to our very generous community for always stepping up to the plate when it comes to those in need and helping others. Student council members and advisors from the elementary schools, Goosehill Primary students, and the Junior High Natural Helpers Club all collected non-perishable food donations districtwide for Thanksgiving to help those in need in our surrounding neighborhoods. All donations were delivered to the Helping Hands Rescue Mission in Huntington Station and the Parish Outreach-Trocaire Food Pantry at the Church of St. Patrick in Huntington.
This #CSHUnites collaboration was celebrated all week honoring World Kindness Day on November 13. Students participated in many heartfelt moments of kindness and gratitude just prior to the Thanksgiving break. The goal districtwide was to further the message of creating an inclusive and kind community. This “chain” reaction of kindness literally was built with paper chains of kindness messages written by students and hung in hallways and at the district office. Kindness Grams were also a beloved activity where students secretly wrote messages to classmates, staff or family members - bringing joy to each other with positive, caring words...
They had us at Hello! If there was a time to watch a Board recording – well, this would be it! Goosehill students stole the show as they presented for the first time in history at the November 12 Board of Education Meeting. They had us at Hello! Aside from the cuteness factor, the needle tipped the scale when hands rose to hearts for the Pledge of Allegiance; their proud, patriotic voices shattered the volume dial amongst the crowd – it was priceless! Our youngest shared some big ideas, and showed us we have a lot to learn from these students...
Schools may have been closed to students on Nov. 5, but staff and administration led the charge for the second Superintendent’s Conference Day of the 2024-2025 year. Superintendent Conference Days are a time to gather with colleagues for workshops and discussions to further learning opportunities and best practices that help connect staff districtwide for professional growth, both as individuals and team members. It is a unique platform to come together, share experiences and gain valuable insights – harnessing new ideas and innovative approaches.
The Cold Spring Harbor School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Michelle Lempenski as the new Assistant Principal of Cold Spring Harbor Jr./Sr. High School. Ms. Lempenski brings a wealth of experience and a strong educational background to her new role, having dedicated over 15 years to academic excellence and student success in her previous roles.
Goosehill Halloween Parades are a family favorite where students debut their costumes and lead the charge with the Ghostbusters Dance-a-Long. Festivities and pumpkin crafts were enjoyed throughout the week - you look fabulous Goosehill students! (And a huge shout out to our staff - you always dress to impress on Halloween!)
