Fourth grade students from Ms. Toner’s class at Nassakeag Elementary and Mr. Gustafson’s class at Setauket Elementary recently joined forces for an exciting cross-school STEAM challenge called “Ship a Chip.”

With guidance from Ms. Janet Guglielmo and Ms. Toni Conlon in the science lab, students collaborated in small teams to design and build protective packaging capable of keeping a potato chip intact while being shipped through the mail to the other school. The challenge combined science, engineering and creative problem-solving as students tested materials and strategies to cushion the chip during transit.

Once the packages arrived, both classes livestreamed the grand unwrapping. Students eagerly examined the results, discussing which design elements were most successful, the challenges they faced and what improvements could be made for future attempts.

The “Ship a Chip” challenge not only brought science and engineering concepts to life but also fostered teamwork, critical thinking and collaboration across school communities.

Date Added: 4/30/2025

Setauket Elementary School has officially opened its new Indoor Recess Room. The adaptable space was designed with all students in mind, offering a welcoming environment that encourages engagement, creativity and connection regardless of the weather.

The project was made possible through the efforts of the School-Based Site Management Team, generous community donations, contributions from fifth and sixth grade students, and dedicated staff members who volunteered both time and resources.

In addition to providing a space for indoor play, the Indoor Recess Room is intended to positively impact student behavior by offering increased opportunities for meaningful engagement during recess.

Setauket Elementary expresses sincere appreciation to everyone who helped bring this vision to life.

Date Added: 4/22/2025

Ward Melville High School’s Level 3 American Sign Language (ASL) students recently took their learning beyond the classroom by sharing their storytelling skills with young students. As part of a special project, they created original books and visited Minnesauke, Nassakeag and Setauket elementary schools to read them in ASL to second graders.

This engaging experience allowed high school students to practice their signing while introducing younger students to the beauty of ASL. Through expressive storytelling, they fostered connections and encouraged a greater appreciation for sign language within the school community.

A big congratulations to the ASL students for making language learning fun and interactive for the next generation.

Date Added: 4/4/2025

Setauket Elementary School marked Pi Day with an exciting assembly filled with learning and laughter. Students started the celebration by learning the basics of pi, discovering the significance of the mathematical constant.

The fun continued as teachers competed to recite as many digits of pi as possible. The event took a hilarious turn when Principal Cindy Perrotta and Assistant Principal Nicole Farley stepped in to pie the teachers in the face, creating a memorable and lighthearted ending to the assembly.

Check out the photos capturing the fun moments as teachers braved the pies, and students cheered on their favorite contestants in this Pi Day tradition!

Date Added: 3/17/2025

Setauket Elementary School’s fifth and sixth graders took an important step toward becoming lifesavers on Wednesday, March 5. As part of their health and fitness unit, students partnered with the Setauket Fire Department to learn hands-only CPR.

With guidance from David Stern of the Setauket Fire Department, students were taught the proper technique for administering this essential emergency procedure. The hands-on training aimed to empower young learners with the confidence and skills needed to respond in critical situations.

The collaboration between the school and the fire department highlights the importance of early CPR education. By equipping students with lifesaving knowledge, the program ensures that even the youngest members of the community are prepared to make a difference in an emergency.

A heartfelt thank-you goes out to David Stern and the Setauket Fire Department for their dedication and commitment to teaching these vital skills. Their efforts in training the next generation of lifesavers are truly invaluable to the community.

Click here to view the Setauket Students Train to Become Certified Lifesavers slideshow.

 

Date Added: 3/5/2025