After completing their SOAR board, Ms. Terveen’s class earned a well-deserved celebration—and they chose a snow day filled with creativity, collaboration, and fun.

Throughout the day, students rotated through snow-themed learning centers that encouraged imagination and hands-on exploration. They engineered snowflakes using marshmallows and toothpicks, painted wintery designs, built igloos out of sugar cubes, and even created “snow” using shaving cream and baking powder. Each activity reinforced teamwork, problem-solving, and joyful learning.

Math took on a winter twist with a “snowball fight.” Students tossed paper snowballs, then opened them to reveal fact families. The activity culminated in an adorable snowman fact-family craft, reinforcing math skills in an engaging, memorable way.

To wrap up the celebration, students cuddled up with blankets and stuffed animals, enjoyed warm hot chocolate, and watched Frozen together. Even Edward the Eagle joined the fun—wearing pajamas, snuggling under a blanket, and bringing along his favorite stuffed animal.

Moments like these highlight what it means to SOAR. This class demonstrated Safety, Ownership, Acceptance, and Respect every step of the way, and we are incredibly proud of them. We look forward to continuing to watch Ms. Terveen’s class soar all year long.

FJC and JAE will be joining schools across the country in participating in the Great Kindness Challenge from January 26–January 30.

The Great Kindness Challenge is a proactive, positive initiative that encourages students to practice kindness, empathy, and compassion in meaningful ways. Throughout the week, students are encouraged to perform simple acts of kindness—helping others, using kind words, showing gratitude, and including everyone—helping to create a more caring and connected school community.

To celebrate, we will also be holding Kindness Spirit Days throughout the week. Families are invited to review the schedule below and participate as they are able:

We look forward to a week filled with positive actions, thoughtful moments, and meaningful conversations as our students show how small acts of kindness can make a big difference. Thank you for supporting this important initiative and helping us reinforce kindness at home and at school.

The Rocky Point PTA is excited to invite families to the annual Sweetheart Dance, a fun and memorable evening for students and their special guests.

The Sweetheart Dance will be held on Friday, February 6, 2026, from 6:00–9:00 PM at the Rocky Point Middle School. Students from Frank J. Carasiti Elementary School and Joseph A. Edgar Intermediate School are invited to attend with a parent, grandparent, or another special adult escort.

Tickets go on sale January 19 and are priced at $15 per adult/child couple, with $10 for each additional child. Admission includes a DJ, photo booth, games, and a special treat for each child, including a carnation and candy bag.

Additional items will be available for purchase throughout the evening, including food, snacks, drinks, make-your-own ice cream sundaes from McNulty’s, Bloom flower bouquets, and raffles.

This event is a wonderful opportunity for families to spend quality time together, make lasting memories, and enjoy a festive night out with our school community. We hope to see many of our FJC and JAE families on the dance floor for this special celebration.

Week of 1/12-1/16

Week of 1/20-1/23

Frank J. Carasiti Elementary School is proud to kick off our annual SOUPer Bowl Challenge, a school-wide food drive led by our second grade classes that reflects the very best of our SOAR values: Safety, Ownership, Acceptance, and Respect.

From January 29 through February 9, 2026, all FJC students and families are invited to participate by donating non-perishable food items. Donations may be sent in with students and dropped off with classroom teachers.

This initiative provides a meaningful opportunity for students to take ownership of helping others, while learning how small acts of kindness can make a big difference. By supporting local families, our students demonstrate acceptance and respect for members of our community and an understanding that everyone deserves care and support.

All donated food will be shared with the Trinity Lutheran Church Food Pantry and AGAPE Meals for Kids, organizations that work to ensure children and families in our community have access to nutritious meals. Students will also practice safety by checking expiration dates and donating appropriate, unopened items.

We kindly ask families to ensure all donations are non-perishable and not expired. Suggested items include canned goods, pasta, cereal, peanut butter, soups, rice, juice boxes, and other shelf-stable foods.

Thank you for helping our students put SOAR into action. Through teamwork, generosity, and compassion, the FJC community continues to make a positive impact beyond our school walls.