The bookends of the Lynbrook School District came together on June 12, as some of Lynbrook's oldest students went back to the Kindergarten Center to read to Lynbrook's youngest students.

The seniors in Mr. Kirchenberg's English classes wrote and illustrated their own original children's stories. Kirchenberg has been doing this project for a few years, but this year, the students asked him if they could go read their books to kindergarteners. The Kindergarten Center principal and all the teachers were all very quick to welcome the opportunity to have the 12th graders come there to read their stories to the children.

Kirchenberg explained, Many of the themes my students wrote about are the themes students first learn about in kindergarten: acceptance, diversity, friendship, sharing and overcoming obstacles. It was beautiful that the seniors wanted to share those messages with the little ones.

High School principal Matt Sarosy attended the event and noted, The 'full circle' optic of having our oldest and youngest students together hits hard, especially in June.

Lynbrook Superintendent Dr. Paul Lynch also got to see this first-hand, and he was moved by seeing the graduating seniors sharing something meaningful with the Kindergarten Center students, stating, It was the epitome of the Lynbrook spirit. #OwlProud #OwlCares #OwlLearns

Click here to view the LHS seniors visit Kindergarten Center for ‘Story Time’ slideshow.

Date Added: 6/13/2025

Lynbrook Public Schools is proud to announce that it has been honored as one of the Best Communities for Music Education by the NAMM Foundation for the 13th consecutive year! This prestigious recognition celebrates the district’s unwavering commitment to providing exceptional music education and fostering a strong culture of creativity, collaboration, and artistic excellence.

The award highlights the dedication of Lynbrook’s music educators, administrators, students and families who work together to ensure music remains a vital part of the educational experience. Lynbrook continues to stand out as a leader in arts education, inspiring young musicians and enriching the community through the power of music. #OwlProud

Date Added: 5/12/2025

A melting pot of cultures was on display at the Lynbrook Kindergarten Center on April 25 when high schoolers, community guests and kindergartners themselves entertained during the annual Multicultural Festival.

Throughout the event, Kindergarten Center classes gathered in front of the audience to perform dances to music, including the song “Funga Alafia,” a Korean fan dance and concluding with “It’s a Small World.” Students were wowed by the cultures on display from various guests, such as June Bridges’ Irish step dancing and Thomas Behan’s bagpipes performance, before joining a Greek group dance. Older peers from Lynbrook High School also displayed their cultural backgrounds, as Aurore Baptiste led a Haitian musical performance, Paula Rojas danced to “Danza de los Viejitos” and Juanita Martinez sang a Colombian song. A makeshift museum also displayed authentic cultural artifacts and students and guests enjoyed food brought in by Kindergarten Center families. The Multicultural Festival – a tradition at the Kindergarten Center – shows students the deep diversity that can be found right in their community.

Photo caption:
1) A Korean fan dance was part of the fun at the Kindergarten Center on April 25 as students celebrated cultural diversity for the annual Multicultural Festival.
2) June Bridges entertained students with Irish step dancing.
3) Thomas Behan, a member of the New York City Fire Department, played the bagpipes.
4) Aurore Baptiste led a Haitian musical performance with fellow Lynbrook high schoolers.
5) Kindergartners joined in various performances throughout the event.
6) Lynbrook High School student Juanita Martinez sang a Colombian song.

Photos courtesy Lynbrook Public Schools

Click here to view the Cultures combine at Kindergarten Center for Multicultural Festival slideshow.

Date Added: 5/2/2025