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The East Meadow Board of Education recognized the district’s Terrific Kids during its April 9 board meeting at the Salisbury School.

W.T. Clarke Middle School Dean of Students Ryan Catterson and Woodland Middle School Principal Kristi Detor announced the Terrific Kids from their respective schools for the months of December, January, February and March. Terrific Kids is a student recognition program sponsored by the East Meadow Kiwanis Club that promotes character development, self-esteem and perseverance. This character-building program encourages students to become the best version of themselves as they determine what being terrific means to them.

The district would like to congratulate all of the recipients.

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1: W.T. Clarke Middle School’s Terrific Kids for the months of December, January, February and March were recognized during the East Meadow Board of Education’s April 9 meeting.

2: Woodland Middle School’s Terrific Kids for the months of December, January, February and March were recognized during the East Meadow Board of Education’s April 9 meeting.

3: Woodland Middle School’s Brass Ensemble, under the direction of music teacher Sam Pollenz, performed “The Star-Spangled Banner” during the East Meadow Board of Education’s April 9 meeting.

4: Additionally, Woodland Middle School’s bassoon duet, under the direction of Woodland’s music chairperson Jessica Shenker, performed “America the Beautiful.”

Photos courtesy of the East Meadow Union Free School District

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