West Hempstead Union Free School District

🚀 Amazing to see these young innovators @CampInvention led by Mr. Johnsen! Diving deep into STEM challenges-from engineering projects to robotics adventures. Love watching their creativity and problem-solving skills shine! #CampInvention #STEMEducation 🔬⚙️

📚✨ EXCITING NEWS, Ram Family! ✨📚

Our first-ever monthly literacy newsletter, The Golden Fleece, is now LIVE on all district sites! 🎉 Find it under the "District Literacy" page for practical tips and insights from across our amazing school community.

From our early childhood team at Chestnut and Cornwell to our intermediate educators at George Washington—plus incredible contributions from our Humanities Office, ENL Department, and Pupil Personnel Services—this resource is packed with ways to make reading and writing a joyful part of your family's daily life!

🙌 HUGE thanks to our literacy dream team: Dr. Minicozzi, Ms. Sinito, Ms. Milliner, Ms. Andrejko, Ms. Gegerson, Ms. Reilly, Dr. DiGregorio, Ms. Karis, and Ms. Scollo for sharing their expertise and passion!

Ready to make literacy a family adventure? Check out The Golden Fleece and let's nurture lifelong readers and writers together!

#WHeRiseTogether #RamPride #LiteracyMatters #RamFam #TheGoldenFleece 📖💛

🌿Our students wrapped up their amazing week-long RamPowering Academy with an adventure at Tanglewood Preserve! From exploring nature trails to meeting adorable furry friends, they discovered the wonders of our local ecosystem—perfect way to celebrate learning!📚 #WHeRiseTogether

🍎 Teaching Opportunities at WHUFSD! We're hiring for:

SpedEd ICT - Leave (Full-Year) - CA
GenEd - Gr. 4 - Leaves (2) (Sept-TBD) - GW

Ready to make a difference in students' lives?
📝 Apply on OLAS: https://olasjobs.org/WestHempsteadUFSD

#WHEAreHiring

#WHeOverMe

What an incredible final week for RamPathways 2025! 🌟 From outdoor yoga & art projects to cooking adventures & team celebrations - our students wrapped up an amazing summer of learning & fun! Thank you to our dedicated staff & families! 💛 #21stCCLC #WHeRiseTogehter

🏥 NOW HIRING: School Registered Nurse 🏥

The WHUFSD is seeking a licensed and registered nurse to join Gersh Academy for September 2025!

📍 Location: West Hempstead, NY
⏰ Application Deadline: August 25, 2025
💼 Apply online at: www.olasjobs.org

Requirements:
✅ Must be licensed and registered
✅ Subject to Nassau County Civil Service Commission rules

Ready to make a difference in students' health and well-being? Submit your letter of interest and updated resume today!

#SchoolNurse #HealthcareJobs #WestHempstead #NursingCareers #SchoolJobs #RegisteredNurse #EOE

# RamFam, we need YOU to make Policy 5130 a success! 📱

Our new student device policy isn't just about rules - it's about creating the best learning environment for ALL Rams! When we #WHeRiseTogether, we support each other in staying focused, engaged, and connected to what matters most: our education and community.

How YOU can help make it work:

✅ Lead by example - show younger Rams the way
✅ Support your classmates in making good choices
✅ Embrace face-to-face connections during school hours
✅ Use your voice to encourage positive change

Strong policies work best when the whole RamFam is on board. Let's show everyone what #RamPride looks like! 💪

#WHeRiseTogether #WHeOverMe #StudentLeadership #Policy5130

🍎 Teaching Opportunity Alert! 🍎 The West Hempstead Union Free School District is seeking dedicated Teacher Assistants for our Kindergarten 8:1:2 special education classrooms starting September 2025. What we're looking for: NYS Certification required Passion for supporting young learners in a specialized setting Commitment to inclusive education Position Details: Probationary positions available Small classroom environment (8 students, 1 teacher, 2 assistants) Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children's educational journey Ready to join our team? Submit your letter of interest, resume, and certification by August 29, 2025 at www.olasjobs.org Contact: Dina Reilly, Assistant Superintendent West Hempstead UFSD | 252 Chestnut Street, West Hempstead, NY 11552 We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive educational community. #Teaching #SpecialEducation #TeacherAssistant #WestHempstead #EducationJobs #NYSTeaching

🗣️ Join the RamFam! Sept '25:

📚 K-12 Monitors (Full Time)
🎯 Speech Language Pathologist (0.8 FTE)
🏥 School Registered Nurse (Secondary)

Help students find their voice & thrive! #WHe value equity, wellness & every student's potential.

Apply by Aug 15-19: www.olasjobs.org

Join the NCPD 5th Precinct for National Night Out Against Crime! When: Tuesday, August 5th, 6-8 PM Where: Rath Park, 849 Fenworth Blvd., Franklin Square The Nassau County Police Department 5th Precinct invites all residents from Elmont, Franklin Square, Garden City South, North Valley Stream, Valley Stream, South Floral Park, West Hempstead, and Lakeview to our annual National Night Out event. About National Night Out: This nationwide campaign takes place on the first Tuesday of August, bringing together millions of neighborhoods across all fifty states. The goal is simple: strengthen relationships between law enforcement and residents while fostering genuine community connections and partnerships. What They're Building Together: Stronger police-community relationships Neighborhood connections and friendships Partnerships with local organizations and businesses A safer, more caring place to live Family Fun Awaits: Food and refreshments Prizes and giveaways Touch-a-truck activities Home Depot kids workshop Games and much more! This is your opportunity to meet neighbors, discover community resources, and connect with local businesses in a positive, welcoming environment. With your participation, we can create a memorable evening that truly brings our community together. Bring the whole family for an evening of community spirit and fun! To participate, email: 005POPPOLICEOFFICERS@PDCN.ORG

📱 WHUFSD Policy 5130 Reminder: Students are discouraged from bringing personal devices to school. If brought, devices must stay in lockers all day. Parents can reach students via school office, students can call parents from main office. Full policy: whufsd.com/page/technology

Join the NCPD 5th Precinct for National Night Out Against Crime! When: Tuesday, August 5th, 6-8 PM Where: Rath Park, 849 Fenworth Blvd., Franklin Square The Nassau County Police Department 5th Precinct invites all residents from Elmont, Franklin Square, Garden City South, North Valley Stream, Valley Stream, South Floral Park, West Hempstead, and Lakeview to our annual National Night Out event. About National Night Out: This nationwide campaign takes place on the first Tuesday of August, bringing together millions of neighborhoods across all fifty states. The goal is simple: strengthen relationships between law enforcement and residents while fostering genuine community connections and partnerships. What They're Building Together: Stronger police-community relationships Neighborhood connections and friendships Partnerships with local organizations and businesses A safer, more caring place to live Family Fun Awaits: Food and refreshments Prizes and giveaways Touch-a-truck activities Home Depot kids workshop Games and much more! This is your opportunity to meet neighbors, discover community resources, and connect with local businesses in a positive, welcoming environment. With your participation, we can create a memorable evening that truly brings our community together. Bring the whole family for an evening of community spirit and fun! To participate, email: 005POPPOLICEOFFICERS@PDCN.ORG

🌟 Summer vibes are in full swing at RamPathways 21st CCLC! ☀️

Our students are diving deep into creativity and learning this summer with hands-on art projects, collaborative workshops, and engaging math, science, and mindfulness sessions. From painting masterpieces to exploring new books, building teamwork skills to discovering new passions - every day brings fresh opportunities for growth and fun!

Watch our Rams shine as they create, learn, and connect with their community. There's nothing quite like seeing young minds engaged and excited about learning! 📚🎨

#RamPathways #WHeRiseTogether

📱 Important Update: New Personal Electronic Device Policy Starting September 2025 📱

Our district is implementing a new policy to help students stay focused and engaged during the school day while supporting their mental health and safety.

Key Points:
🏫 Elementary: Personal internet-enabled devices (smartphones, tablets, smartwatches) should not be brought to school
🎓 At the secondary school level, student devices must be silenced and stored in student lockers; designated centralized device holders, homeroom device caddies, or classroom-by-classroom device caddies

We Still Stay Connected! 📞

Parents can reach students through:

School office phone calls
District email addresses
Our communication app
District web portal

Important Exceptions: We accommodate students with IEPs, 504 plans, healthcare needs, translation services, and family care responsibilities on a case-by-case basis.

This policy helps create a focused learning environment while ensuring emergency communication remains possible. Questions? Contact your building principal.

#StudentSuccess #FocusedLearning #DistrictUpdate #September2025 #WHeRiseTogether

🚀 Amazing summer @ RamPathways! @AdephiU Physics partnership continues to inspire! Rising Sr. A. Zambuto led NASA wheel projects w/@WH_secondary & bridge building w/@WHGWashington. #WHeRiseTogether https://cosmicpathways.org/2025/07/24/21st-century-success-in-west-hempstead-ny/

🚧 CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: @wh_Secondary School Projects Underway! 🏫
Big things happening at our secondary school! Work has officially begun on two important projects:

🛢️ Oil Tank Replacement - Crews are safely removing and replacing our aging underground heating system with new, environmentally-compliant tanks. You may notice excavation equipment in the parking area over the coming weeks. Thank you to former Legislator Darling for securing the grant funding that made this essential project possible!

🎨 Art Gallery Renovation - Our art gallery space is getting a complete makeover! The demolition phase is underway to create a modern, enhanced learning environment for our visual arts students. We're grateful to former State Senator Thomas for the grant that's bringing this exciting renovation to life!

Both projects are designed to minimize disruption to daily school operations and will be huge improvements for our students and staff.

Thanks for your patience as we invest in our school's future! 💪

#SchoolImprovement #CommunityInvestment #FutureReady #WHeRiseTogether #ThankYou

At the elementary school level, students may not bring internet-devices to school.

At the secondary school level, student devices must be silenced and stored in student lockers; designated centralized device holders, homeroom device caddies, or classroom-by-classroom device caddies.

The full policy is available at https://www.whufsd.com/page/technology.

#WHeRiseTogether to have ALL students succeed.

From interactive learning sessions to creative projects, our students explore, create, and grow every day! Whether it's collaborative problem-solving, hands-on activities, or library adventures, every moment is a pathway to discovery! #RamPathways #Summer2025 #WHeRiseTogether