On March 2, 10th and 11th graders in Carolyn Paul’s and Megan Faeger’s English classes at Connetquot High School visited Helen B. Duffield Elementary School to help their younger peers celebrate the birthday of classic children’s author Dr. Seuss. Prior to this, the high schoolers spent a week meticulously planning Dr. Seuss-themed lessons catered to students at each elementary grade level. These ranged from decorating paper top hats with story elements from “The Cat in the Hat” to a planting activity inspired by “The Lorax” to writing letters to Horton from “Horton Hears a Who!”

Through leading the elementary schoolers in these activities, the high schoolers were challenged to think strategically like teachers, to develop their public speaking skills, and to act as positive role models. CHS and Duffield students alike enjoyed a day of creativity and fun, both of which epitomize Dr. Seuss.

Students throughout the district continue to enjoy a robust music education at all grade levels. To kick off national Music in Our Schools Month, CHS junior Paul Foschino shares how he used his talents to compose an original piece that he performed with his fellow Wind Ensemble members at the winter concert.

Connetquot High School recently hosted close to 200 students from 12 area high schools for its annual full-day Model UN Conference.

During the conference, participants simulated the structure and function of the United Nations organization. Each student-delegate was assigned to represent a sovereign nation, placed on a committee to discuss important current world topics and concerns, and asked to make recommendations. There were 12 standing committees for the student-delegates to join. According to CHS Model UN adviser Jennifer Bay, the event was a “huge success” thanks to the students who “put in countless hours preparing for this conference.”