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FJC Updates 5/30/2025

Posted Date: 5/30/25 (9:00 PM)
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Frank J. Carasiti Elementary School

"The Place to be is Always FJC!"

Field Day Sign

Let the Games Begin: You’re Invited to Field Day!

We are thrilled to invite our families to join us for one of the most exciting events of the year—Field Day! Get ready for a morning full of energy, laughter, and outdoor fun as our students take part in a variety of games and activities.

Field Day Schedule
All events begin at 9:45 AM and end at approximately 11:15 AM:
  • Kindergarten: Tuesday, June 3rd
  • First Grade: Wednesday, June 4th
  • Second Grade: Thursday, June 5th
Rain dates will be announced if necessary.

What You Need to Know
To help ensure a smooth and safe event, please review the following guidelines:
  • Parking opens at 9:30 AM. Please do not arrive earlier, as the lot is used for school bus drop-off.
  • Field Day will be held on the large fields behind FJC.
  • Please enter and exit through the gates located between the High School track and District Office, which will open at 9:35 AM.
  • All guests must bring a valid photo ID to enter.
Once inside, look for the class wearing your child's colored t-shirt to meet up and enjoy the fun!

Student Reminders
  • Please have your child wear sneakers and their Field Day shirt for safe and easy participation.
  • We kindly ask that parents apply sunscreen at home the morning of Field Day, as students will be outside for the duration of the event.
A Few More Reminders for Guests
  • Please stay behind the cones and lines to keep students safe as they rotate through activity stations.
  • Do not bring bags, chairs, or additional equipment to the event.
  • If you plan to take your child home after Field Day, please complete the tear-off form that was back-packed home last week and give it to your child’s teacher ahead of time.
  • Students must be signed out with the teacher and will be given a ticket to hand in at the gate when leaving.
  • If someone other than a parent will be picking up your child, written permission and photo ID will be required.
We are so grateful for your partnership and look forward to sharing a joyful day of sunshine, smiles, and school spirit. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
 

Students Bring Stories to Life with Stop-Motion Animation!

In recent weeks, our first and second graders have been hard at work in the STEAM Lab, diving into the fascinating world of stop-motion animation—with a special focus on the magic of sound effects. This engaging unit has allowed students to discover how sound can bring animated stories to life, adding depth, emotion, excitement, and lots of laughter to every scene.

Working collaboratively, each class is creating its own stop-motion video. Students are learning how to brainstorm ideas, write scripts, and design characters and backgrounds, all while experimenting with creative ways to produce sound effects. Using everyday objects, they’re finding out just how fun and imaginative sound design can be!

This incredible hands-on experience has been made possible by the 2024–2025 New York State Educational Media Technology Association (EMTA) Media Literacy Grant, which provided funding for iPads to support student learning. With these new tools in hand, our young creators are combining storytelling, technology, and media literacy in truly inspiring ways.

We are so proud of our future filmmakers and deeply grateful to Ms. Sicurella and Ms. Stueber for their leadership and commitment to innovative learning. Stay tuned for a special showcase of these fantastic stop-motion creations—you won’t want to miss them!
Students working on a stop -motion project
 
2nd grade students releasing butterflies

Second Graders Experience the Magic of Metamorphosis

Students in Ms. Zimmer and Ms. Fisher’s second grade class recently had a front-row seat to one of nature’s most amazing transformations—the life cycle of a butterfly!

Thanks to the generous donation from the Castano family, the class received a special butterfly kit containing eight caterpillars. Over the course of several weeks, students observed with excitement and curiosity as the caterpillars grew, formed chrysalises, and eventually emerged as beautiful butterflies.

This afternoon, the class gathered outside to take part in the most memorable moment of all—releasing all eight butterflies back into nature. It was a joyful and meaningful experience that brought their learning to life in a truly unforgettable way.

We’re so grateful to the Castano family and Ms. Zimmer and Ms. Fisher for making this hands-on science lesson possible. It was a powerful reminder of the wonders of nature and a perfect example of learning beyond the classroom walls.
 
June Calendar of Events 2025

Upcoming Events

5/22- PTA Mtg & Election, MS Library, 7pm
5/23-5/26- Memorial Day Weekend (School Closed)
6/3- Kindergarten Field Day, FJC backfield, 9:45am
6/4- First Grade Field Day, FJC backfield, 9:45am
6/5- Second Grade Field Day, FJC backfield, 9:45am
6/6- Field Day Rain Date if needed
6/18- 2nd Grade Moving Up Ceremony, FJC backfield, 10:00am
6/19- Juneteenth (School Closed)
6/24- End of Third Trimester
6/25-6/27- (K-5) Student Half Days
6/27- Last Day of School