Chestnut Street School

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Chestnut is fully embracing Global Play Day this afternoon! Remember, giving kindergarteners time to play freely helps them become more confident, creative, and socially skilled learners! #RamCulture

CS kindergartners learned about Groundhog Day. Through stories, discussions, and simple predictions, students practiced listening, speaking, and connecting seasonal changes to their experiences. #RamCulture

It might be cold outside today but inside Chestnut Street we are enjoying a snowed-in day. Be on the look out for snow themed activities throughout our day! #RamCulture

Chestnut is hosting a learning lab with some of our K-2 teachers to share best practices with building foundational reading skills during our literacy learning block. Take a look... #RamCulture

Join us Feb 2 at 8PM for "The Empowered Child" with Shimmy Trencher, LCSW! Learn about nurturing self-esteem & positive discipline. HANC Reinstein Campus, 240 Hempstead Ave. RSVP: dloike@hanc.org #WestHempstead #Parenting

A Week of Collaboration & Community 🖤💛

This week at @WHChestnut, @CornwellAveES, and @WHGWashington, the theme of teamwork, collaboration, and learning from one another came alive in powerful ways.

From welcoming new families to teaching foundational phonics skills, leading engaging morning meetings, beautifying learning spaces, and building reading proficiency, our elementary schools demonstrated what it truly means to be a learning community.

The takeaway? Education is a shared journey where everyone—students and adults alike—has something valuable to contribute and something meaningful to learn.

#WHe are #RamProud of the collaborative spirit that defines our elementary schools and grateful to the educators, staff, students, and families who make West Hempstead thrive.

Together, #WHeRiseTogether. 🐏

Join us Feb 2 at 8PM for "The Empowered Child" with Shimmy Trencher, LCSW! Learn about nurturing self-esteem & positive discipline. HANC Reinstein Campus, 240 Hempstead Ave. RSVP: dloike@hanc.org #WestHempstead #Parenting

Chestnut kindergarteners had a productive week of learning. We are practicing reading sight & CVC words while also crafting opinion writing responses! Check us out!

Join us Feb 2 at 8PM for "The Empowered Child" with Shimmy Trencher, LCSW! Learn about nurturing self-esteem & positive discipline. HANC Reinstein Campus, 240 Hempstead Ave. RSVP: dloike@hanc.org #WestHempstead #Parenting

Whether writing, fishing or matching....Chestnut kindergarteners are sounding out CVC words. Take a look at our excellent work this morning!

Chestnut Street had a productive first day back from break. Whether writing about learning goals or celebrating the new year, kindergartners were actively learning throughout the day! Take a look! #RamCulture

Welcome back! 🎒 We're excited to see everyone return on Monday, January 5th. Hope you had a wonderful break! Let's jump back in with energy and enthusiasm. Here's to new learning, friendships, and great moments ahead! #WHeRoseTogether

Happy New Year from the RamFam! As WHe welcome 2026, WHe want to extend our gratitude to our incredible community. This past year has been filled with growth, achievement, and countless moments of learning and connection, made possible by the dedication of our students, families, staff, and community partners. We’re excited about the opportunities that lie ahead in this new year. Together, we will continue to nurture curiosity, celebrate diversity, and empower every student to reach their full potential. Thank you for your ongoing support, collaboration, and commitment to excellence in education. May this year bring renewed hope, continued success, and joy to you and your loved ones. Here’s to a WHonderful 2026 filled with learning, growth, and endless possibilities! With appreciation and optimism, WHUFSD #WHeRiseTogether

Happy Holidays from all of us here at Chestnut Street! We wish our WH families lots of rest, love and peace!! We started the day with a joyful sing-along with the help of our SS friends! Thank you WH! #Ramculture

Chestnut kindergarteners are warming up their minds by writing about weekend news, leading letter sound drill lessons and crafting fun holiday decorations! Take a look!

Chestnut kindergarteners are fully engaged in literacy learning this morning! We are reviewing our sight words and reading with one another. Be sure to read every night at home!

Learning in action! 📚✨ From choir performances to phonics practice, from small group instruction to collaborative learning in the hallway—our students are thriving! Every space is a place to grow. #WHerRiseTogether

It might be cold outside but inside Chestnut Street, kindergarteners are warming up by using their cognitive abilities. We have started the day by matching letters with sounds and measuring objects around our classrooms!