Please be aware that Road Work Ahead Inc. (516-997-0505) will begin road construction on Chestnut Street starting Monday, March 23rd. Work hours are 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.
Families may experience traffic delays during drop-off and pick-up. Please know that access to and from the school will remain open at all times, and alternate routes via surrounding side streets will be available. Please note that parking on Chestnut Street may be limited or unavailable during this period.
We ask that you encourage families to plan for extra travel time and use alternate routes as needed. Any questions can be directed to the school office.
The current plan is for construction in front of the school to take place during the break.
Families may experience traffic delays during drop-off and pick-up. Please know that access to and from the school will remain open at all times, and alternate routes via surrounding side streets will be available. Please note that parking on Chestnut Street may be limited or unavailable during this period.
We ask that you encourage families to plan for extra travel time and use alternate routes as needed. Any questions can be directed to the school office.
The current plan is for construction in front of the school to take place during the break.
🏅 WH Athletes Serving as Special Olympics Ambassadors — March 25th
We are thrilled to share that on Tuesday, March 25th, two West Hempstead student-athletes will proudly represent our district as Special Olympics Ambassadors at local Jersey Mike's Subs locations!
Mikaela Velez will be at the Jersey Mike's in West Hempstead (621 Hempstead Turnpike) from 3:15–3:45 PM, and Rafael Borja will be at the Lynbrook location (643 Sunrise Highway) from 4:30–5:00 PM. Both athletes will be greeting visitors and may even help make sandwiches!
We invite our entire West Hempstead community to stop by, grab a sub, and show your support for these two outstanding young people. Come celebrate them — they've earned it! 🖤💛
We are thrilled to share that on Tuesday, March 25th, two West Hempstead student-athletes will proudly represent our district as Special Olympics Ambassadors at local Jersey Mike's Subs locations!
Mikaela Velez will be at the Jersey Mike's in West Hempstead (621 Hempstead Turnpike) from 3:15–3:45 PM, and Rafael Borja will be at the Lynbrook location (643 Sunrise Highway) from 4:30–5:00 PM. Both athletes will be greeting visitors and may even help make sandwiches!
We invite our entire West Hempstead community to stop by, grab a sub, and show your support for these two outstanding young people. Come celebrate them — they've earned it! 🖤💛
At @WHGWashington, Every Day is a Great Day to Learn 🖤💛
Step inside George Washington Elementary this week and you would have found something truly special — classrooms filled with curiosity, determination, and joy.
From students proudly displaying their fraction work on personal whiteboards, to young learners discovering the magic of music, to teachers crouching down beside their students to offer guidance and encouragement — learning at @WHGWashington is anything but ordinary.
Our educators show up every day committed to meeting each child where they are, ensuring that every student feels supported, challenged, and celebrated. Whether WHe are working through a tough math concept or learning to read a new piece of sheet music, the energy in our building is infectious.
Just like the great leader our school is named after, our students are developing the courage, resilience, and work ethic that will carry them far beyond the walls of our classrooms.
💛 Great teachers. 🖤 Eager learners. Together, #WHeRiseTogether.
Step inside George Washington Elementary this week and you would have found something truly special — classrooms filled with curiosity, determination, and joy.
From students proudly displaying their fraction work on personal whiteboards, to young learners discovering the magic of music, to teachers crouching down beside their students to offer guidance and encouragement — learning at @WHGWashington is anything but ordinary.
Our educators show up every day committed to meeting each child where they are, ensuring that every student feels supported, challenged, and celebrated. Whether WHe are working through a tough math concept or learning to read a new piece of sheet music, the energy in our building is infectious.
Just like the great leader our school is named after, our students are developing the courage, resilience, and work ethic that will carry them far beyond the walls of our classrooms.
💛 Great teachers. 🖤 Eager learners. Together, #WHeRiseTogether.
At @wh_secondary, Everyone is a Learner 🖤💛
From the art room to the library to the math classroom, one thing is clear this week — West Hempstead's secondary school is a place where curiosity thrives, and hard work is celebrated.
Students are sculpting Neanderthal heads as part of a rich cultural anthropology study, wrestling with challenging math problems alongside their teachers, and exploring the power of the written word. Meanwhile, our dedicated educators are carving out time to collaborate, reflect, and grow — because great teaching never stops evolving.
At West Hempstead, #WHe believe learning is for everyone. Students and adults alike show up each day ready to stretch their thinking and produce a little mental sweat — and that commitment to growth is what makes our community truly special.
💛 Students learning. 🖤 Educators growing. Together, #WHeRiseTogether.
From the art room to the library to the math classroom, one thing is clear this week — West Hempstead's secondary school is a place where curiosity thrives, and hard work is celebrated.
Students are sculpting Neanderthal heads as part of a rich cultural anthropology study, wrestling with challenging math problems alongside their teachers, and exploring the power of the written word. Meanwhile, our dedicated educators are carving out time to collaborate, reflect, and grow — because great teaching never stops evolving.
At West Hempstead, #WHe believe learning is for everyone. Students and adults alike show up each day ready to stretch their thinking and produce a little mental sweat — and that commitment to growth is what makes our community truly special.
💛 Students learning. 🖤 Educators growing. Together, #WHeRiseTogether.
During a visit to Cornwell Avenue Elementary School earlier this week, it was inspiring to witness our young learners fully engaged in the art and science of mathematics. Students were collaborating on interactive digital activities, working through problem-solving worksheets in small groups, and receiving attentive, hands-on guidance from their dedicated teachers — all with enthusiasm and focus that filled every room.
Moments like these reflect the heart of the West Hempstead Union Free School District's commitment to academic excellence, student collaboration, and teacher dedication. WHe are proud of every student and educator at @CornwellAveES who showed up and gave their best.
Together, WHe Rise. 🖤💛 #WHeRiseTogether
Visit our website regularly for updates, highlights, and stories from across the district.
Moments like these reflect the heart of the West Hempstead Union Free School District's commitment to academic excellence, student collaboration, and teacher dedication. WHe are proud of every student and educator at @CornwellAveES who showed up and gave their best.
Together, WHe Rise. 🖤💛 #WHeRiseTogether
Visit our website regularly for updates, highlights, and stories from across the district.
🖤💛 Morning Magic at @WHChestnut
Dreary day? Not a chance. The morning routines at @WHChestnut are a testament to what purposeful early childhood education looks like in action. From whole-group instruction and interactive learning at the board, to individualized art and literacy experiences, to collaborative hands-on exploration — every corner of the classroom reflects our commitment to growing the whole child.
Social. Emotional. Academic. These aren't just words in a mission statement — they are the foundation of every single morning at @WHChestnut, brought to life by dedicated educators and eager young learners who arrive each day ready to grow.
WHe are proud. WHe are grateful. And WHe Rise Together. 🖤💛
#WHeRiseTogether
Dreary day? Not a chance. The morning routines at @WHChestnut are a testament to what purposeful early childhood education looks like in action. From whole-group instruction and interactive learning at the board, to individualized art and literacy experiences, to collaborative hands-on exploration — every corner of the classroom reflects our commitment to growing the whole child.
Social. Emotional. Academic. These aren't just words in a mission statement — they are the foundation of every single morning at @WHChestnut, brought to life by dedicated educators and eager young learners who arrive each day ready to grow.
WHe are proud. WHe are grateful. And WHe Rise Together. 🖤💛
#WHeRiseTogether
Lights. Camera. Rise!
Our incredible maintenance team just leveled up our broadcasting room with a brand-new green screen — and we couldn't be more proud! This is what #WHeRiseTogether looks like in action.
When every team member — no matter their role — shows up for our students, amazing things happen. Our future broadcasters, filmmakers, and storytellers now have the tools they need to shine.
The stage is set. Now, Rise! 🎬
#WHeRiseTogether
#StudentSuccess
#FutureReady
#Broadcasting
#WestHempstead
#OurMaintenanceTeamRocks
Our incredible maintenance team just leveled up our broadcasting room with a brand-new green screen — and we couldn't be more proud! This is what #WHeRiseTogether looks like in action.
When every team member — no matter their role — shows up for our students, amazing things happen. Our future broadcasters, filmmakers, and storytellers now have the tools they need to shine.
The stage is set. Now, Rise! 🎬
#WHeRiseTogether
#StudentSuccess
#FutureReady
#Broadcasting
#WestHempstead
#OurMaintenanceTeamRocks
Growing Minds and Moving Feet at @WHChestnut
There is a vibrant energy at @WHChestnut as our students engage in the work of discovery! It is WHonderful to observe our learners mastering the art of managing impulsivity and showing growth in their focus.
Beyond building word banks and sharpening spelling skills, students are successfully activating prior knowledge to apply to new situations. And of course, WHe can’t forget the rhythmic excitement in the air as students prepare to dance. It’s a perfect balance of scholarship and fun! 🖤💛
#WHeRiseTogether
There is a vibrant energy at @WHChestnut as our students engage in the work of discovery! It is WHonderful to observe our learners mastering the art of managing impulsivity and showing growth in their focus.
Beyond building word banks and sharpening spelling skills, students are successfully activating prior knowledge to apply to new situations. And of course, WHe can’t forget the rhythmic excitement in the air as students prepare to dance. It’s a perfect balance of scholarship and fun! 🖤💛
#WHeRiseTogether
Less than 2 hours and counting. Don't miss it!
🎭 West Hempstead Drama Club presents Curtains — the musical comedy whodunit! 🔍
📅 March 12, 13 & 14, 2026 @ 7PM
📍 400 Nassau Blvd Auditorium
🎟️ $10 advance / $12 door
📞 516-390-3272
#WheRiseTogether @FPCAWest
📅 March 12, 13 & 14, 2026 @ 7PM
📍 400 Nassau Blvd Auditorium
🎟️ $10 advance / $12 door
📞 516-390-3272
#WheRiseTogether @FPCAWest
"Rising together means that we get to make new friends every day."
Focused and Flourishing at @CornwellAveES
It has been a WHonderful week of growth! Our students have firmly established their daily routines and are approaching their education with a remarkable sense of purpose.
Walking through the halls, it’s clear that our young learners have set their intent to learn. Whether diving into the nuances of literary genres or solving complex problems, they are showing a level of focus and poise that is mature beyond their years. WHe are so RamProud of the scholarship and maturity on display! 🖤💛
#WHeRiseTogether
It has been a WHonderful week of growth! Our students have firmly established their daily routines and are approaching their education with a remarkable sense of purpose.
Walking through the halls, it’s clear that our young learners have set their intent to learn. Whether diving into the nuances of literary genres or solving complex problems, they are showing a level of focus and poise that is mature beyond their years. WHe are so RamProud of the scholarship and maturity on display! 🖤💛
#WHeRiseTogether
Accepting Differences at @CornwellAveES 🖤💛
On March 11, 2026, Ms. Addonizio's class at @CornwellAveES embarked on a meaningful Social Emotional Learning journey — one rooted in empathy, self-awareness, and the celebration of what makes each of us one of a kind.
The lesson, "Accepting Differences and Questioning & Posing Problems," guided students through a series of thoughtfully designed experiences: a vocabulary deep-dive into the word unique, personal sharing circles where students highlighted their own traits (including the diverse languages spoken in their homes), a creative character-analysis activity using familiar faces like Superman and SpongeBob, and a live peer compliment exchange that filled the room with warmth and connection.
Students wrapped the session with a reflective exit ticket — demonstrating not just comprehension, but genuine growth.
At West Hempstead UFSD, WHe believe that the foundations of academic excellence are built on social and emotional strength. Moments like these remind us Why WHe do this work every single day. 🖤💛
#WHeRiseTogether | #AcceptingDifferences | #WestHempsteadUFSD
On March 11, 2026, Ms. Addonizio's class at @CornwellAveES embarked on a meaningful Social Emotional Learning journey — one rooted in empathy, self-awareness, and the celebration of what makes each of us one of a kind.
The lesson, "Accepting Differences and Questioning & Posing Problems," guided students through a series of thoughtfully designed experiences: a vocabulary deep-dive into the word unique, personal sharing circles where students highlighted their own traits (including the diverse languages spoken in their homes), a creative character-analysis activity using familiar faces like Superman and SpongeBob, and a live peer compliment exchange that filled the room with warmth and connection.
Students wrapped the session with a reflective exit ticket — demonstrating not just comprehension, but genuine growth.
At West Hempstead UFSD, WHe believe that the foundations of academic excellence are built on social and emotional strength. Moments like these remind us Why WHe do this work every single day. 🖤💛
#WHeRiseTogether | #AcceptingDifferences | #WestHempsteadUFSD
A Week of Wonder at @WHGWashington 🖤💛
What a week it was at George Washington School! Our students were busy, engaged, and rising to every challenge. Aspiring authors researched and crafted non-fiction writing pieces, showcasing their knowledge on topics they're passionate about. In math, students partnered up to explore decimals hands-on, supporting each other every step of the way. Voices were heard loud and clear as students engaged in a thoughtful debate on the merits of homework — demonstrating critical thinking and respectful dialogue. Meanwhile, social studies came to life as students dove into the rich history of Ancient Egypt.
At West Hempstead UFSD, every week is an opportunity to grow, connect, and rise — together.
#WHeRiseTogether
What a week it was at George Washington School! Our students were busy, engaged, and rising to every challenge. Aspiring authors researched and crafted non-fiction writing pieces, showcasing their knowledge on topics they're passionate about. In math, students partnered up to explore decimals hands-on, supporting each other every step of the way. Voices were heard loud and clear as students engaged in a thoughtful debate on the merits of homework — demonstrating critical thinking and respectful dialogue. Meanwhile, social studies came to life as students dove into the rich history of Ancient Egypt.
At West Hempstead UFSD, every week is an opportunity to grow, connect, and rise — together.
#WHeRiseTogether
🎭 West Hempstead Drama Club presents Curtains — the musical comedy whodunit! 🔍
📅 March 12, 13 & 14, 2026 @ 7PM
📍 400 Nassau Blvd Auditorium
🎟️ $10 advance / $12 door
📞 516-390-3272
#WheRiseTogether @FPCAWest
📅 March 12, 13 & 14, 2026 @ 7PM
📍 400 Nassau Blvd Auditorium
🎟️ $10 advance / $12 door
📞 516-390-3272
#WheRiseTogether @FPCAWest
Global 9 Students Showcase Inquiry, Research & Scholarship
West Hempstead Secondary School Global 9 students are taking part in a remarkable interdisciplinary project-based learning initiative, designed and launched through our district's PLC collegial professional development model under the leadership of Ms. Geiger.
Students explore 12 major eras of human history, using age-appropriate children's literature as an entry point into complex historical themes. Each student group selects one era, identifies an enduring issue of significance, and analyzes it through multiple lenses — including Culture, Economy, Government, Society, and Technology.
Drawing on their analysis, students develop thesis-driven research papers, utilizing Khanmigo's AI-powered writing coach for structured academic support throughout the drafting and revision process. The initiative culminates in a Socratic seminar, where students present their findings and engage in thoughtful scholarly dialogue.
This initiative reflects the West Hempstead UFSD's deep commitment to inquiry-driven, student-centered learning — and stands as a testament to the creativity and dedication of our teachers and the intellectual courage of our students.
WHe are RamProud. 🐏
🎭 West Hempstead Drama Club presents Curtains — the musical comedy whodunit! 🔍
📅 March 12, 13 & 14, 2026 @ 7PM
📍 400 Nassau Blvd Auditorium
🎟️ $10 advance / $12 door
📞 516-390-3272
#WheRiseTogether @FPCAWest
📅 March 12, 13 & 14, 2026 @ 7PM
📍 400 Nassau Blvd Auditorium
🎟️ $10 advance / $12 door
📞 516-390-3272
#WheRiseTogether @FPCAWest
All in a Day at @WHGWashington 🖤💛
Step inside @WHGWashington on any given day and you'll find learning happening in every corner. Students are gathered in the library, discovering the inspiring story of Katherine Johnson, mathematician and NASA pioneer. In classrooms, young writers are bent over notebooks, pencils moving, ideas flowing. Across the building, students are researching on their Chromebooks — connecting digital tools to real-world understanding — while others are quietly absorbed in a great book during independent reading.
Reading. Writing. Researching. Presenting. It's all happening — and it's all happening every single day.
WHe are incredibly proud of the students and staff at @WHGWashington for bringing learning to life in such meaningful ways. This is what it means to rise together.
🖤💛 #WHeRiseTogether
Step inside @WHGWashington on any given day and you'll find learning happening in every corner. Students are gathered in the library, discovering the inspiring story of Katherine Johnson, mathematician and NASA pioneer. In classrooms, young writers are bent over notebooks, pencils moving, ideas flowing. Across the building, students are researching on their Chromebooks — connecting digital tools to real-world understanding — while others are quietly absorbed in a great book during independent reading.
Reading. Writing. Researching. Presenting. It's all happening — and it's all happening every single day.
WHe are incredibly proud of the students and staff at @WHGWashington for bringing learning to life in such meaningful ways. This is what it means to rise together.
🖤💛 #WHeRiseTogether
🍕 Support West Hempstead seniors! Dine at Gino's Pizzeria on the 1st Wednesday of each month (Jan 7-May 6) & 10% of proceeds go to WHCSF scholarships. Present this flyer—excludes delivery/coupons. 619 Woodfield Rd | (516) 292-0062 #CommunityFirst
Celebrating Differences & Developing Deep Thinkers at @CornwellAveES 🖤💛
This week, @CornwellAveES brought learning to life with a meaningful lesson on recognizing and accepting differences — a cornerstone of the caring, inclusive community WHe strive to build each and every day in West Hempstead Union Free School District.
Using Todd Parr's It's Okay to Be Different as an anchor text, teachers guided students through thoughtful discussions on identity, empathy, and belonging. The lesson was enriched by a focus on the Habit of Mind: Questioning and Problem Posing, empowering students to ask better questions, consider others' perspectives, and think critically about the world around them.
From whole-group instruction and interactive scenarios to small-group collaboration and exit-ticket reflections, students were actively engaged at every stage of learning — building the social-emotional and critical-thinking skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom.
This is what student-centered education looks like. This is what it means to invest in the whole child. And this is why, in West Hempstead, #WHeRiseTogether. 🖤💛
This week, @CornwellAveES brought learning to life with a meaningful lesson on recognizing and accepting differences — a cornerstone of the caring, inclusive community WHe strive to build each and every day in West Hempstead Union Free School District.
Using Todd Parr's It's Okay to Be Different as an anchor text, teachers guided students through thoughtful discussions on identity, empathy, and belonging. The lesson was enriched by a focus on the Habit of Mind: Questioning and Problem Posing, empowering students to ask better questions, consider others' perspectives, and think critically about the world around them.
From whole-group instruction and interactive scenarios to small-group collaboration and exit-ticket reflections, students were actively engaged at every stage of learning — building the social-emotional and critical-thinking skills that will serve them far beyond the classroom.
This is what student-centered education looks like. This is what it means to invest in the whole child. And this is why, in West Hempstead, #WHeRiseTogether. 🖤💛
