The East Meadow School District was once again able to commend their student artists in person at their districtwide art show at the Leon J. Campo Salisbury Center on June 1 and 2. Students, families and community members were invited to visit the show during specified times, allowing for a safe and enjoyable viewing.

“While viewing artwork in a virtual capacity is certainly wonderful, nothing compares to experiencing original works of art in person,” Art Department Chairperson Heather Anastasio said. “We are thrilled to be able to bring this experience to our student artists and their families.”

Art teachers from throughout the district were also in attendance to celebrate the work of their students. Each teacher chose 13 works of art from their classes, including those who were included in this year’s virtual All-County Art Exhibit but were unable to have their work displayed in person. The evening was also a welcome return for the community, which has always greatly supported the district’s art program.

“I would like to thank the East Meadow community for the continued celebration and support of our program,” Director of Music and Art Kelly Gelfer said. “The district’s commitment to the arts continues to be our biggest strength.”

In celebration of completing state exams, fourth grade students in Tricia King, Allison Brafman and John Sudano and Stephanie Pergola's classes Bowling Green participated in “Glow in the Dark Day.” Teachers transformed their classrooms to be glow in the dark, complete with black lights, glow sticks and highlighter paint. Each class had six different stations where teams of students worked on STEM, reading and social-emotional learning challenges. When students successfully completed a challenge, they played games such as cornhole, Jenga and ring toss. 

Third grade students at Bowling Green Elementary School have been learning about famous inventors and were inspired by the book The Gadget War to make inventions. The class identified problems they could solve, brainstormed ideas and found the best solutions. The students then tested their prototypes and made necessary changes to perfect their inventions.