At FJC, we celebrated Autism Acceptance Day in a variety of meaningful ways that highlighted the importance of inclusion. Students were excited to receive rainbow-colored bracelets, a symbol of autism acceptance and awareness, which they proudly wore throughout the day. Thanks to the generous support of the Rocky Point SERC Committee and the hard work of 2nd-grade teacher Ms. Fasano, each student had the opportunity to wear a colorful reminder of the many experiences and strengths within the autism community. The rainbow colors represent the wide spectrum of abilities and talents, just as a rainbow shows a variety of colors.

In addition to the bracelets, Ms. McGuire (behavior specialist) created a stunning bulletin board that featured famous individuals on the autism spectrum, including Tim Burton, Albert Einstein, and Sir Anthony Hopkins. This display helped students understand that autism is a part of many unique and successful stories, encouraging everyone to celebrate differences.

It was a wonderful day to come together and embrace all the qualities that make each of us special. Autism Acceptance Day was a powerful reminder that everyone’s uniqueness should be celebrated!

Attention FJC Students and Families!

We are excited to invite you to our STEAM Dream Factory Night on April 8th from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM! This hands-on evening is an opportunity for students and their families to unleash their creativity, tackle engaging challenges, explore exciting technology, and discover the wonders of math and science.

In past years, students have had the chance to design and test their paper airplanes, explore 3D virtual worlds, try their hands at coding, and so much more! Who knows what fun activities this year will bring?

This event is perfect for sparking curiosity, promoting teamwork, and igniting a love for learning in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). So bring your creativity, your problem-solving skills, and your sense of adventure – we can't wait to see you there!

Date: April 8th

Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Location: Rocky Point High School

Come ready to explore, experiment, and dream big!

We hope to see you there!

A big thank you to the PTA for bringing the incredible Skydome assembly to FJC on Wednesday, April 2! All of our students had the unique opportunity to travel to space without leaving the school. They entered an inflatable dome that transformed into a planetarium-like experience. Inside, students gazed up at the stars, learning about astronomy and the wonders of our universe.

It was an exciting and memorable experience for both students and staff, sparking curiosity and inspiring many future astronomers. We are extremely grateful to the PTA for organizing this amazing activity and providing our students with such a special learning opportunity. Thank you for helping make this day truly out of this world!

We are thrilled to celebrate our Elementary Instructional Coach, Ms. Meschi, for her outstanding presentation at the Long Island Language Arts Council (LILAC) Spring Conference on Friday, March 28th. Ms. Meschi, alongside JAE ENL teacher Ms. Serpico, shared their expertise on the Science of Reading, offering Long Island teachers valuable ideas and resources to enhance their reading instruction.

This year’s conference saw record-breaking attendance, with over 350 educators joining in for this professional development event. Ms. Meschi and Ms. Serpico presented to a standing-room-only crowd, showcasing their deep knowledge and passion for education. Their session was a highlight of the conference, providing practical strategies that teachers could immediately apply in their classrooms.

We are so proud of Ms. Meschi and Ms. Serpico for their incredible work and dedication. Their leadership, creativity, and commitment to supporting teachers continue to inspire us all. We are lucky to have such talented educators in our Rocky Point community!

4/7-4/10- Kindergarten Screening (by appointment)

4/8- STEAM Celebration, RP High School, 6-8pm

4/9- FJC Shared Decision Making Mtg., 3:30pm

4/23- Budget Forum, RP High School, 6pm

4/23- Board of Education Mtg, RP High School, 7pm