The Lion’s Pride W.I. Where Education Shines! of West Islip Schools

Offi cial Publication of the West Islip School District www.wi.k12.ny.us February/March/April 2009

5K Fun Run: Making Strides in Community Summit Celebrating Education and Community Tuesday, April 28th 7:30pm Close to 800 resi- at Beach Street Middle School Auditorium dents participated The West Islip Summit Coalition will host its fi rst in the West Islip Community Forum at the Beach Street Middle School District An- School Auditorium on Tuesday, April 28th, at nual “Fun Run, Walk 7:30 p.m. The Forum will provide information and Jogathon” on about the Summit, which is scheduled for later Sunday, March 8th, which had its this year, while also allowing residents the oppor- largest turnout to date. The event was tunity to raise the issues that they feel are impor- sponsored by West Islip Drug Educa- tant to the future of West Islip. tion (WIDE) and raised funds for the The Summit Coalition, comprised of district’s substance abuse educational West Islip Board of Education trustees, school programs. district offi cials, members of numerous commu- Of the many participants nity organizations and local business owners, has who completed the 5K run, the fi rst BoardBoard ooff Education member SharonSharon Bieselin, Rich Hujik,Hujik, Board ofof held several meetings to establish a mission state- fi ve participants to cross the fi nish Education member Annmarie LaRosa, Chris Rummo, Kayla La., Maria ment, develop subcommittees, and outline the key line included students Patrick F. at R., Samantha R. and Joe R. participated in West Islip’s 5K Fun Run on issues and challenges facing West Islip. 18:04; Nick M. at 18:41; Robert C. Sunday, March 8th. During the Community Forum, local resi- at 18:41; Mike S. at 19:08; and Ali F. dents will not only have a chance to hear the goals at 19:56. Jim W. fi nished as the fi rst Bosse came in at 27:23 for fi rst district Administra- of the Coalition and Summit, but they will also adult at 20:29. Nick Grieco fi nished as fi rst coach tor (with son in stroller). Linda Bergquist (Oque- have an opportunity to meet with members of each at 22:33. Udall’s Chris M. fi nished as the fi rst nock) clocked in at 28:23 fi nishing as fi rst Special subcommittee and get involved with the Coalition. middle school student and his brother, Oque- Education teacher. Bill Young was the fi rst Secu- nock’s Devin M., fi nished fi rst for the elementary rity Guard to cross the fi nish line, and Annmarie school division. Nancy Yost fi nished fi rst teacher LaRosa came in as fi rst Board of Education partici- with her daughter Maggie (in her stroller). West pant. PAWS 2009 Dinner Gala Islip’s Buildings and Grounds Director James Special thanks to: the custodial and groundsg crew; volunteersv including thet district’s PTAs, studentss (represent- ingin The National HonorH Society, DECA, HSH Student Senate, anda the Earth and OutdoorsO Club), WITA,W WIASA; and thet entire West Islip TheThe fi rst fi ve participants to cross the fi nish line at West Islip’s 5K Fun Run were West communityc for mak- Islip High School students (pictured l-r) Patrick F., Nick M., Rob C., Mike S. and Ali F.. ing the run such a huge success. To view more Fun Run Photos go to: www.wi.k12.ny.us PicturedPictured (clockwise(clockwise fromfrom lowerlower left):left): PAWSPAWS SecretarySecretary Kather-Kather- ine Fix, Gala Chairperson and PAWS Vice President Jamie Winkler, PAWS President Tom McAteer, Gala Honoree West Anti-Bias Awareness Presentations Islip High School Principal Kenneth Hartill, PAWS Journal Chairperson Rachel Camillery, Dan Galasso (representing On Tuesday, February 24, 2009, Michael Zotto, who can build your network of support.” his late wife Honoree Cindy Galasso), PAWS Treasurer Mary Beth Jacaruso, Board of Education member Annmarie LaRo- former NYPD Detective and Advisor to the New “If you see someone being bullied, don’t sa and West Islip Superintendent Dr. Beth Virginia Blau. York State Deputy Secretary of Public Safety, join in. Don’t participate or encourage their along with New York State Investigator Kim behavior. Subtle messages can create big change. PAWS (Partners Advancing August, presented an Anti- Help that person being West Islip Students) recently Bias Awareness Presentation bullied and tell someone. If “All you may need to do celebrated its Fourth Annual to 7th and 8th grade students you think it’s funny you are Dinner Gala on March 13th, at Udall Road Middle School. to stop someone from being giving the bully power and at the Venetian Yacht Club On February 10th, they pre- bullied is to not react. encouraging their behavior. located in Babylon Village. The honorees for the sented a similar program dis- Silence can be deafening.” All you may need to do to evening included West Islip Principal Ken Hartill, cussing many issues dealing stop someone from be- honored for his forty years of commitment and -Offi cer Michael Zotto with anti-bias and self-aware- ing bullied is to not react. service to education, and Cindy Galasso, honored ness to Beach Street Middle Silence can be deafening,” posthumously, for her outstanding contributions to School students. Following said Offi cer Michael Zotto. the West Islip community. the presentations, group discussions took place “What I witnessed at today’s assembly In addition to the Gala dinner and dance, among students, teachers, counselors, administra- were young ladies and gentlemen who were business-donated off erings were raffl ed to raise ad- tors and the law enforcement offi cers. focused and attentive, and concerned about the ditional funds. Raffl e donations were graciously re- “It’s all about choices,” said Offi cer Kim many sensitive topics discussed. It is my belief ceived from POSH, Plesser’s, The Fitness Incentive, August. “You have the power to make the right that inviting the law enforcement community Drew Patrick Spa, IE Personal Training, and Suff olk choices. Surround yourself with good people Continued on page 2 Transportation Services.

Budget Public Hearing: May 12th, 7:30pm at Beach Street Middle School Auditorium Bond Update Science Olympiad OnO February 7th, West Islip’s Science Team Bond construction will begin this summer with an anticipated completion date of tookto home medals at the Science Olympiad Fall 2010. The majority of the work will be done during the summer months of whichw took place at Half Hollow Hills East High 2009 and 2010. The following construction projects will begin this summer: re- SSchool. West Islip placed in six of the events, placing boilers in schools, construction of the artifi cial turf fi eld and construction earninge a 5th place medal in ‘Forensics,’ thanks of new track, curbs and sidewalks. Masera Learning Center’s major renovations to the eff orts of Elena V. and Jennifer P. West will start this summer with additional work to be completed next summer. IsIslip placed 8th out of 40 teams in Cell Biol- ogy, 10th out t of f 36 tteams iin FFossils, 12th out of 35 teams in Astronomy, 12th College Fair out of 37 teams in Chem Lab, and 14th out of 36 teams in Physics. Pictured above, (l-r) Jennifer P. and Elena V.. On March 26th, the West Islip High School Counseling Offi ce sponsored a College Fair with “Refl ections” Winners over 100 colleges participating. In Students at Udall Road Middle conjunction with the College Fair, School were awarded merit for College Awareness Day took place their artistic accomplishments district-wide on March 26th to in- in the National PTA Refl ections crease awareness of college choices Program, which encourages among students at all levels within students in grades K-12 to West Islip. express their thoughts and feelings through the creative arts. The theme of this year’s Bright Light Award competition was “Wow!” Pictured (l-r) are award recipients Kaitlin M. for Visual Arts, Lilyan G. for Photography, Kathryne G. for Photography (which UdUdall Road Middle School Librarian Kathleen Chinkel has been submitted for state judging), Eric B. for Literature, and Udall Prin- is the recipient of the Suff olk Asset’s 2009 Bright Light cipal Bernadette Burns. (Not pictured, Samantha L. for Visual Arts.) AwAward. Suff olk Asset is an association that strives to enenhance teaching and learning in Suff olk County school didistricts through the use of computers and other educa- Foreign Language Week titionalo technologies. Suff olk Asset promotes encouraging During the fi rst week in March the dis- ththe integration of technology into the K-12 curriculum, trict celebrated Foreign Language Week. ensuringthatstudentsaensuring that students arere provided with the educational opportunities they need Activities included cultural discussions, to prepare for the 21st century. sampling of foods and learning about the lifestyles of other cultures. “Foreign Language Week was a true manifesta- Mrs. Kennedy Receives Harvard Club Award tion of linguistic and cultural celebra- tion,” said Director of World Languages West Islip High School math teacher Melissa Kennedy Dr. Judith Toussaint. has been named Distinguished Teacher of 2009 by the Pictured right, students sample Harvard Club of Long Island, and was honored along foreign foods during Foreign Language with twelve Long Island teachers at the Harvard Club Week. of Long Island University Relations Brunch in March. Mrs. Kennedy teaches AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC (by independent study), Pre-Calculus Honors, and Students Attend Inauguration the new Integrated Geometry course, and has taught On January 20th, four West Islip for 33 years in the West Islip District. In 2007, she was HighH School students attended named Suff olk County Math Teacher of the Year and thet historic 2009 Presidential In- she has been named to Who’s Who in American Teaching. She also teaches AP augurationa in Washington, D.C. Computer Science and coaches Mathletes, West Islip’s competitive math team. “This“T was such a wonderful op- portunityp for these young people to see fi rsthand the transition of Anti-Bias Awareness Presentations powerp from one president to the next.n This was a learning experi- Continued from page 1 encee that they will remember for into our schools to speak a lifetimelifetime. We are very proud of themthem,”” said WWest Islip High School Principal with our students is a Ken Hartill. very eff ective means of Pictured (l-r) Jessica H., Jacqueline M., Natalia R. and Eric H.. providing them with real life issues facing society today and enabling them Coin Drive for Compassion to express their thoughts The Character Education Committee at about character building Bayview Elementary School celebrates a new strategies,” said program character trait every month. March’s trait was coordinator and West Islip Pictured above back row (l-r) Brandon W.r, Leanne S., compassion, and during the month Bayview Assistant Superintendent Charlotte S. and Brianna P.; front row (l-r) Daria M., Madeline M., Morgan L., EJ S. and Dan D. participated students and staff showed how much they for Human Resources in Udall Road Middle School’s Anti-Bias Awareness care about others by participating in the Island Louis Zocchia. Program. Harvest Coin Drive. Pictured (l-r) 2nd grade teacher Katherine Passamenti, Island Harvest repre- sentative Elisa Weick and students Taylor H., Jamie M. and Tommy L..

Chinese New Year at Oquenock Elementary Mr. David Haas’ third grade class at Oquenock Elementary School celebrated the Chinese New Year by welcoming the Year of the Ox on January 30th. Mr. Haas has celebrated the arrival of the Lunar New Year for the past eighteen years, Pictured above back row (l-r) West Islip Superintendent of Schools Dr. Beth Virginia Blau, and believes it is important to share and West Islip Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources Louis M. Zocchia Jr., Amy G. explore other cultures. Nicole H., Chris H., Raymond S., Anthony R., Robert A., Sam I.; front row (l-r) Victoria I., Kelly S., Kaitlin K., Philip A., Kara D., Beach Street Principal Anne Shierant and Offi cer PicturedPictured aboveabove (l-r)(l-r) Mr. David Haas, Grace D. and her parents, Jill Michael Zotto participated in Beach Street Middle School’s Anti-Bias Awareness Program. and John celebrate the Chinese New Year at Oquenock Elementary School.

Page 2 West Islip’s Athletic Hall of Fame On May 16th, West Islip will induct this year’s former athletic achievers into the West Islip Hall of Fame at Captain Bill’s Restaurant in Bay Shore. “This is one of the most prestigious honors our athletes can receive. I want to thank the Hall of Fame Committee for their diligent work on this 6th induction ceremo- ny,” said Wayne Shierant, Director of Athletics, Physical Education, Health and Recreation. Hall of Fame recipients include: Lauren Affl ixio, 1999; Beth Arikian, 1999; Brooke Birmingham-Da Silva, 1998; Amanda Buonora-Jung, 1989; Rob Boily, 1999; Harold Cannon, 1959; Sal Cintorino, 1982; Robert DeSano, 1961; Ken Ferry, 1966; John Flandina, 1998; Kevin Henry, 1986; Phyllis Kroll, 1962; Basketball OfficialsOffi cials’’ Sportsmanship Award Thomas Latronica Jr., 1974; Dr. Eraina McDonald, 1998; Ken Muller, 1970; West Islip’s Varsity Boys’ Basketball Team has been awarded the 2008-2009 Guy Pelling, 1974; Marty Rolnick, 1974; Ray Serva, 1967; Bill Small, 1999; Suff olk County Basketball Offi cials’ Sportsmanship Award. The Suff olk Coun- ty Offi cials’ Association honored the team at their annual awards dinner on March 24th at the Watermill Inn. Pictured above (l-r) High School Principal Cheerleading Champs Ken Hartill; Team Captains Joseph W., William K. and Nicholas G.; Basketball On January 31st, the West Islip High Coach Tom C. and Administrative Athletic Assistant Tim Horan. School Cheerleading team placed fi fth in the Long Island Cheerlead- ing Coaches Association Finals (LICCA) held at Suff olk County Community College. Pictured front row (l-r) Carlie S., Captain Kristin D., Captain Sheila P., Annie L. and Jill S.; middle row (l-r) Elizabeth B. Emily S., Captain Julie W., Brianna R., Caitlin K., and Megan H.; back row (l-r) Coach Megan Ross, Maggie B. Lauren D. Lauren B., Coach Ariana Breitfeller, Victoria G. and Christen M.. Not pictured, alternates Sarah N. and Nicole H.. SwimmingSwimming AAwardward West Islip’s DECA Competes West Islip’s Boys’ Swim Team was recognized by the Long Island Swimming Of- From March 3rd through March 6th, West Islip High School Distributive Educa- fi cials’ Association for demonstrating the top Sportsmanship in Suff olk County. tion Club (DECA) students attended the 49th Annual New York State DECA Pictured above (l-r) Coach Robert Kollar, Director of Athletics, Physical Educa- Career Conference at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center in Rochester, tion, Health and Recreation Wayne Shierant, Thomas V. Giancarlo C.. Matthew New York. R., Kamil S. and Coach Kristi Lee Schubert. Students competing in State events included: Timothy B., Marketing Mathematics; Jessica F., Marketing Mathematics; Jaimie D., Public Speaking Pre- Girls’ Winter Track Finishes First pared; Amanda K. and Nora M., Travel and Tourism Management Team Decision West Islip High School’s Girls’ Winter Track Team was crowned League II Making; Ellen T., Sales Demonstration. Kevin K., Free Enterprise Economics and champions in January. Senior Katie F. fi nished fi rst in the 55 meter dash Heather R., Public Speaking Extemporaneous placed in the “top ten” fi nalists for and sophomore Ali F. fi nished fi rst in the 3000 meter run. Three school their competitive event. records were also set by Katie F. (7.69/ 55m dash), Krystyna O. (3:07.27/ On January 7th, West Islip’s DECA students participated in the Suff olk 1000m run) and the team of Kate B., Stephanie S., Megan C. and Katie F. in County Regional Competition held at Suff olk Community College in Selden. the 4 x 200 meter relay (1:51.5). Congratulations to Most Valuable Athlete The students were accompanied by Chapter Advisor Diana Saadat and chaper- Katie F. and the entire team on a great season. ones Joanne Hilbert and Christina Loggia. The competition involved over 1600 students from high schools throughout Suff olk County. Students competing in County events included: Timothy B., Steve C., Lady Lion’s Varsity Soccer 3rd in County Robert C., Paul S., Liam B., Cameron E., Steven T., Bill H., Lauren J., Nora M., Kris- Congratulations to Lady Lion’s Varsity Soccer for reaching the county title ten P., Jessica Z., Kelly V., and Christie R.. games, ranking 3rd in Suff olk County and 15th in New York State. “This DECA members learn and develop important values such as civic con- year’s team was so successful because everyone on the team contributed sciousness, social intelligence, leadership development, and vocational under- and their determination and athleticism allowed them to defeat the opposing standing, which are instituted throughout the competition. teams,” said Coach James Albert. Students who were awarded Honorable Mention in their competitive events Honorees at the county dinner included: Katie F. for All Conference; include Mike T., Accounting Applications; Heather R., Public Speaking – Extem- Mikala W., Lexi P. and Paige E. for All League; Kasey E. and Jackie M. for All poraneous. County; Jackie M. and Rebecca G. for All County Academic; and Jackie M. who received the Coaches’ Association $500 Scholarship. Special Surprise Guest at Paul J. Bellew Winter Sports Accomplishments Wayne Shierant, Director of Athletics, Physi- cal Education, Health and Recreation for the BOYS VARSITY WINTER TRACK: Coach Nick West Islip School District proudly announces Grieco - All County: David K. and Jeff G.; Large the following students have received post School County Champion 55 hurdles – David season recognition for their participation in the K. All County: Nick M. – Pole Vault. School Re- Winter sports program: cords: Chris P.– 800m; David K. – 55 Hurdles; Chris P. – Triple Jump; Joe M., David K., Jason BOYS VARSITY BASKETBALL: Coach Tom Cross B. and Steve D. - 4 x 200 relay; Joe M., Jason B., - All League: Nick G. and Billy K.; All Confer- Steve D. and Chris P. - Sprint Medley. ence: Nick G. and Billy K.. GIRLS VARSITY BOWLING: Coach Tom Loudon GIRLS VARSITY BASKETBALL: Coach Chris - All League: Kerri F.. Pictured clockwise (l-r) West Islip Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Scharf - All League: Lindsay A.; All County Aca- Joseph Stern (far left), Mrs. Janet Renganeschi and her fourth grade class, Stephanie N. demic: Jackie M. and Olivia Z.; Team Award: BOYS VARSITY BOWLING: Coach Paul Vecchi- (center dark jacket), Sergeant Ost’s daughters Danielle and Kacie, Staff Sergeant George New York State Scholar/Athlete Team. one - MVP: Chris C.. Ost (back right), Sergeant Ost’s parents Barbara and George Ost, News12 Reporter Ken VARSITY WRESTLING: Coach Nick LaGiglia - All BOYS VARSITY SWIMMING and DIVING: Coach Grimball, News12 Cameraman Greg Corso and Stephanie’s mother Kellie Neglia at- League: Steve C. fi rst place; Dan M. second Bob Kollar - All League: Rafal B., Giancarlo tended the surprise guest presentation at Paul J. Bellew Elementary School. place; Steve W. third place; Andrew N., Mitch C., Collin M., James M., Thomas M., Matthew R., Kamil S., Thomas V., Derek W. and Kyle W.. In February, Stephanie N. was nominated Student of the Week in Mrs. Janet P., and Greg F. fourth place. All County: Steven C. sixth place. Team Award: New York State Team Award: New York State Scholar/Athlete Renganeschi’s fourth grade class at Paul J. Bellew Elementary School. The Scholar/Athlete Team. Team. nomination allowed her to invite a special guest to speak to the class. As a surprise to Stephanie, Stephanie’s mother, Kellie, invited Stephanie’s uncle, GIRLS VARSITY WINTER TRACK: Coach Chris Kaigh - All League: Ali F., Katie F.. School Re- Staff Sergeant George Ost, who is back from Iraq for a brief stay, to attend cords: Katie F.– 55m broke record twice; Kry- as the special “surprise” guest. On February 23rd, Mrs. Renganeschi’s fourth styna O. – 1000m broke record twice; Kate B., grade class, as well as a News12 reporter and cameraman, enjoyed a ques- Stephanie S., Megan C. and Katie F. – 4 x 200 tion and answer session with Staff Sergeant Ost, who is in the United States relay. Team Award: New York State Scholar/ Army’s Helicopter Unit in the 42nd Division. Athlete Team. Page 3 West Islip School District Freyer Administration Bldg. Non-Profi t Org. 100 Sherman Avenue U.S. Postage West Islip, NY 11795 PAID Permit #4 Superintendent of Schools Dr. Beth Virginia Blau West Islip, NY 11795 Board of Education *****ECRWSS** George K. 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Captree’s Be Aware of Graduation Date Change Wellness Fair The date of Graduation is Saturday, June 27th at 9am Captree Elementary School and not Friday June 26th at 7pm as listed on the calendar held its 9th Annual Well- You are cordially invited to attend the ness Fair, sponsored by Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Dedication of the Paul E. Kirdahy Center, on February 24th. Additional participants in the Elementary School at Captree fair included orthodontist Dr. on Tuesday, May 12th at 4:15pm Tichler, All 4 Sports Gym, Pictured (l-r) front row Jonathan Colascione, Luke The dedication ceremony will be followed by a Cocktail Reception at Sherry’s Health Food Store, A., Jillian C. and Adriane C.; back row Captree PTA Captain Bill’s in Bay Shore from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. Tickets are $50pp. the West Islip Fire Depart- President Naz Afzal, Captree School Nurse Trish Please RSVP at 631-504-5620 by May 1st to purchase tickets to the reception. ment and Captree PTA. The Reimer, Good Samaritan Hospital Chief Administra- All proceeds will go to the Paul E. Kirdahy Memorial Fund. goal of the fair is to foster tive Offi cer Charles Bove, Good Samaritan Hospital good health habits in students, Community Health Coordinator Briana Tutino and Join Us to Good Samaritan Hospital Community Health Assis- and to encourage students to tant Christine Martin participated in Captree Elemen- make “healthy choices!” tary’s 9th Annual Wellness Fair. Celebrate Education on Tuesday, May 19th at West Islip High School from 4:30pm-8:00pm Town of Islip Anti-Bias Committee Over 30 exhibits will be on view for the community. In March, Islip Technology, Music and Art showcases will be on display and Town Supervi- special presentations will take place throughout the evening. sor Phil Nolan Refreshments will be provided by our PTAs. invited West Islip students to Elizabeth McNamee Memorial 5K Run participate in the Sunday, May 10th Town of Islip Starting time is 9:00am for the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk Anti-Bias Task- and 9:30am for the 5K Run force Ambas- Starting location: West Islip High School sador’s Summit. Localal schoolsschools participatedparticipated inin discussionsdiscussions on waysways studentsstudents can bring anti-bias programs to their schools. Pictured above: Anti-Bias Task West Islip Force Chairperson Rabbi Steven Moss, Town Supervisor Phil Nolan, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources Louis Zocchia and West Islip students. Chamber Breakfast Community Reader’s Day at Oquenock In January, mem- bers from the West Islip School Dis- trict attended the West Islip Cham- ber of Commerce 2009 Inauguration Pictured (l-r) Chamber of Commerce President Joseph Breakfast held at DiPalma, School Board President George Smith, School Board member Annmarie LaRosa, Congressman Peter King, Villa Monaco Res- School Board Vice President Steven Gellar, Superintendent taurant with keynote of Schools Dr. Beth Virginia Blau, Chamber of Commerce Ex- speaker Congress- ecutive Vice President Raymond Rendina and Vice President Oquenock Elementary celebrated their Community ReaderReader’s’sDayonMarch Day on March man Peter King. of Programs Nancy Donohue. 12th. Community members were invited to attend an assembly and then were assigned to classes to share their favorite book with students. During the as- sembly, students from Mrs. Cirasole’s music class performed. Oquenock’s PTA Founder’s Day PTA hosted refreshments for the event. Pictured above, Community Reader’s West Islip Schools celebrated the anniversary of the founding of PTA in New Day participants including administrators, Board of Education members, stu- York State, the largest and oldest volunteer organization working exclusively on dents, family and friends. behalf of children. Among the purposes of the PTA is to foster a closer relation- ship between home and district so that parents and teachers may cooperate intel- ligently in the education of students. This month, the West Islip School District Manetuck Fundraising Activities for Breast Cancer marked their PTA anniversary with a celebration at the High School, which was Mrs. Laprarie’s class raised money through bake sales and popcorn pops, to attended by over 200 guests, and presented a number of dedicated workers with help fi nd a cure for breast cancer. In doing so, the class learned how to mar- the Honorary Lifetime Membership Award. ket their products. They created banners, made announcements and sold their products. They raised $1,115, breaking their previous goal of $1,000. National Geography Bee Attention Parents: Student Release Information Congratulations to W.I.S.E. Geography Bee District Champions, who par- Under Title 45, US code, Part 99, The Right of Parents and Students, parents who do not desire ticipated in the National Geographic Geography Bee, sponsored by the release of student information to the public media must make that request in writing to District Pub- National Geographic Society. The fi rst place winner was James K. (grade licist Sarah Anker. Mail your request to: West Islip Schools Administration, 100 Sherman Avenue, West Islip, NY 11795 or email to: [email protected]. Without notifi cation, West Islip Schools 5) from Westbrook Elementary. The Second Place winner was Matthew M. will release and/or publish in the district newsletters, newspapers and other publications and on (grade 5) from Bayview Elementary. The Third Place winner was Anthony R. the website information relating to school achievements, programs, athletics, music and art events. (grade 5) from Paul J. Bellew Elementary.