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Plainview-Old Bethpage honors 'No Place for Hate' ambassadors, peer mentors and art winners
Summary
The district recognized elementary and middle school student leaders, including No Place for Hate ambassadors and peer mentors; first-grade student Sam Adler and student Emily Tong (honorable mention in a NYS art contest) were singled out by staff.
District leaders spent the first portion of the meeting recognizing student leadership and schoolwide character initiatives.
Matlin Middle School student government president Ayan Fessle began the night with announcements about student trips and spring concerts. Mr. Bolan, assistant superintendent for curriculum and instruction, introduced No Place for Hate ambassadors from across the district. "Kindness, inclusion, and respect are not something just words hanging on a wall," said Judy Jacobs Parkway principal Jonathan Clan as he described the ambassadors' student-led activities and read the names of students being honored.
Cindy Dempsey, a district school social worker, recognized Sam Adler, a first-grade peer mentor, praising his work volunteering during lunch and helping classmates develop social skills. Principal Mrs. Cord highlighted Character Captains who led initiatives such as student-made videos, holiday card drives for hospitals and mental-health-awareness posters.
The board also noted an honorable mention in the New York State Art flag contest for student Emily Tong. After the recognitions the board recessed briefly to allow families to depart before the budget hearing began.
The recognitions emphasized the district's focus on character education and student leadership across elementary and middle schools; officials encouraged families to attend events and continue supporting school programs.
