Eleven students from East Quogue Elementary School were selected to participate in the Hampton Music Educators Association Middle School Festival.

The students showcased their musical skills in the areas of world drumming, chorus and band during rehearsals on Jan. 6. The festival culminates with a concert, to be held at Westhampton Beach on Jan. 13.

HMEA is a music organization which strives to provide high quality music opportunities for students attending school districts on the east end of Long Island.

The district congratulates the following HMEA participants:
World Drumming: Gianni Jenkins AJ Kenny and Alexander Wegman
Chorus: Lindsay Alban Cardenas, Emmy Gregor, Noelle Lynch, Georgica McConnell, Mia Rybak and Althea Ziccardi
Band: Mia Correa (Flute) and Elijah Moran (Trumpet)

Date Added: 4/10/2024

The East Quogue Elementary School gymnasium was converted into a hands-on children’s museum focused on STEAM education (science, technology, engineering, arts and math).

An in-house field trip hosted by Mobile Ed Productions, not only augmented the students’ existing STEAM curriculum, but introduced them to new areas of focus. Students experienced several stations including robots, virtual reality, art and engineering.

Date Added: 4/10/2024

The Drama Club performed the legendary musical “The Little Mermaid” on March 7 in the school cafetorium. Director Penni Russo reported that this year’s cast of 65 student thespians delivered a performance like no other.

Auditions for the show were held in October, and students and crew perfected their acting skills along the way. Superintendent of Schools and Principal Michael Miller said the students were extremely talented. “Broadway will be calling for these stars,” he said.

Prior to the show, the district offered an immersive experience with a fairytale atmosphere. Students and community members who attended the production engaged in activities related to “The Little Mermaid” theme, which were designed to set the stage for the big event – the musical itself – and to put the audience in the mood.

The show’s success was also due to the efforts of Ms. Russo, Mrs. Baltazar, Mrs. Prisco-Kerns, Ms. Rosenberg, Ms. Schmitt, Mrs. Jarzombeck, Mrs. Najdzio, Mrs. Hogan, the PTA and all of the parent/guardian support for this great performance.

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Date Added: 4/10/2024

East Quogue Elementary School students perfected their hoop skills while raising money for the American Heart Association through participation in the Kids Heart Challenge held on Feb. 2. In all, the school raised $11,142.

As students registered for the challenge, they wrote their name on the Registration Hall of Fame. Each morning, the school made announcements about the fundraising efforts. Students in grades 3-6 participated in four competitive stations (jackpot Shot, Super Shooter 6, Shooting Knockout and a Skills Obstacle Course). Winners received paper crowns for being top three Super Shooter 6 scorers and for being the top boy and girl shooters in the Jackpot Shot.

Students in K-2 also participated in four stations, which included dribble pit, practice shot, the Rebounder and the Super Shooter 6 Station. The top three shooters also received crowns for their shooting skills.

The district congratulates the Kids Heart Challenge top fundraisers: Rhonin Collins ($618), Jack Grant ($476), Julianna Valez ($465), James Chih ($409) and Quinn O’Connor ($364).

Lauren Schmitt’s fifth grade class was the top fundraising class ($1,314), and Bridget Caliendo’s third grade class had the most students registered for the challenge. The fifth grade was the top fundraising grade, and the third and fifth grades had the most students registered.

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Date Added: 4/10/2024

The Drama Club held a cast and crew party to thank all those who were involved with the production of “The Little Mermaid,” held on March 7. It was a nice way to end a great year with pizza and popcorn, The students also watched their great performance on the big screen.

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Date Added: 3/18/2024