For Edith L. Slocum Elementary’s PARP celebration, Mrs. Marrazzo led two engaging assemblies for grades K-2 and 3-5 in which she shared her journey to becoming an author and taught students how a simple idea can grow into a published book.

Mrs. Marrazzo is a second grade teacher and Mindfulness Club leader at Edith L. Slocum. She is also a kids’ yoga instructor and the author of Everyday Mindful Mantras for Minis and Mantras for Me: Stories of Calm, Confidence, and Courage.”

Through sharing her books, mindfulness exercises and interactive activities, she showed how positive words and mantras can help build confidence and calm.

Click here to view the Edith L. Slocum Teacher Shares Her Journey to Becoming a Published Author slideshow.

Date Added: 4/3/2025

On March 28, students in Mr. Nizewitz’s AP Microeconomics and Macroeconomics classes at Connetquot High School participated in the Economics Initiatives presentations, showcasing their in-depth analyses of the current economy and potential strategies for future growth.

Divided into groups, students tackled pressing economic issues such as corporate taxes, infrastructure spending, Medicare and student loan relief, presenting their findings and proposed policies to their peers.

Following the presentations, classmates engaged in a dynamic question and answer session, challenging one another’s perspectives and fostering critical discussions. The event concluded with breakout groups, where students reflected on the potential impact of their proposed policies. This initiative not only deepened students' understanding of economic policy but also contributed toward their achievement of the NYS Seal of Civic Readiness, recognizing their engagement in civic and economic discourse.

Date Added: 4/1/2025

On March 28, Edith L. Slocum Elementary fourth grader Arisha Asif shared a book about Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr with her class. She wanted to teach the class about the month-long holiday that she and her family celebrate every year. She also provided the students in Ms. Pinelli’s class with gift bags that contained food and treats that are traditionally served when celebrating Eid at the end of the month of Ramadan.

 

Date Added: 4/1/2025

Mrs. Guastella’s first grade class at Edith L. Slocum Elementary celebrated National Scribble Day on March 27 with creativity and kindness! The first graders were inspired by the book, “I’m Not Just a Scribble” by Diane Alber, a heartwarming story about acceptance and celebrating differences.

After listening to the story, students discussed how such a short story can have such a big impact and shared their thoughts about the author’s message. Students completed a reader’s response and had the chance to create their own unique scribbles, turning simple lines and colors into imaginative works of art.

Each student’s scribble was framed and proudly displayed in the classroom’s very own Scribble Gallery. Mrs. Guastella, a certified art teacher who brings her passion for art into the elementary classroom, loves incorporating artistic expression into her lessons to engage and inspire her students.

 

Date Added: 3/28/2025