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Tuttle Avenue First Graders Stock Church Pantry

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Thanks to first graders at Tuttle Avenue School, Eastport Bible Church has a full pantry this winter. The students visited the church on Feb. 4 and stocked the pantry shelves with 1,000 additional cans of food.

As part of their civics lesson, the students were asked to address a local issue. The first graders decided that food insecurity was a problem among the community, so they set a goal to collect 1,000 cans of food. The food drive, called the Souper Bowl, encouraged the entire school community to participate.

Holding cans, the first graders then walked to Eastport Bible Church, where they were greeted by Pastor Kaleb Kemper and administrative assistant Judy Remski, and placed their cans on the pantry’s shelves. Ms. Remski thanked the students for their generosity and explained how important the food pantry is to the community.

Ms. Remski told the students, “Always remember that you can accomplish so much more when you come together.”

Date Added: 2/7/2025

Julia Taphouse Wins the Wyland National Art and Classroom Mural Challenge

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Eighth grade student Julia Taphouse is a winner in the annual 2024 Wyland National Art and Classroom Mural Challenge. Her winning entry is an acrylic mural of a whale and her interpretation of the natural world through art.

The challenge encourages students throughout the nation to give thought to the conservation issues the world faces and to interpret them artistically, thus gaining a greater understanding of their role as caretakers of the environment. This year’s art contest theme was environment and water conservation. Five hundred schools from 45 states participated, and there were 20,000 entries from students in grades K-12. There were three competition categories: classroom life size mural, photography and individual art, of which Julia was a grade winner.

Teacher Joe Bridgwood explained that Julia had been learning how to blend and mix colors in the aspect of the painter Wyland, who is famously known for painting life size marine life on the sides of buildings. Mr. Bridgwood also lauded Julia’s realism that exudes much of Wyland’s flair and realism, as well as his use of light to affect a painting’s depicted environment.

Julia’s winnings included a $50 gift card for art supplies from Blick Art Materials.

Date Added: 2/6/2025

Boys Varsity Track Takes Home County Championship

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On Feb. 1, the varsity boys track team won the Section XI Small School County Championship. The sharks edged out Shoreham-Wading River, 63- 51.

Justin Albanese, Jaiden Campbell and Riley Gimpel led the team with spectacular performances, which led to a victory. Congratulations

Date Added: 2/5/2025

 

Bowling Brothers Triumph

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Determination and teamwork have paid off for bowlers Logan Silbert and Alex Silbert this winter season.

On Jan. 15, Logan and Alex, both juniors, triumphed in the Section Xl High School Doubles Championship and proved their individual talents have come together to form an unstoppable duo. Having joined the team in eighth grade, the brothers have spent years refining their skills, and their seamless teamwork and complementary strengths were on full display throughout the tournament. Logan’s precision and Alex’s consistency blended perfectly, allowing them to dominate the competition. Their victory not only solidified their reputation as rising stars in the high school bowling scene but also showcased the powerful synergy between the two brothers, making them a force to be reckoned with on the lanes.

Additionally on Jan. 21, Logan accomplished the remarkable feat of bowling a perfect game, scoring a flawless 300. With each strike, his focus and precision were undeniable, demonstrating his skill and mastery of the sport. The atmosphere in the bowling alley was electric as Logan delivered one perfect shot after another, earning the applause and admiration of everyone watching. This achievement adds to his growing reputation in the bowling community and marks a memorable milestone in his bowling career.

Date Added: 2/4/2025

Eastport Elementary Schools Garners Top School Recognition

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U.S. News and World Report ranked Eastport Elementary School as one of New York State’s top elementary schools for 2025. Eastport ranked #594 out of the 103,369 schools reviewed, naming it as an educational institution which is not only high achieving but one that successfully educates all its students. 

Principal Thomas Fabian made the announcement during a school assembly on Jan. 31 and gave credit to the students and teachers for their hard work. “We are so proud of you,” Mr. Fabian said. “When you put in the hard work, it pays off. We won’t stop until we’re ranked number one.” 

Superintendent of Schools Joseph A. Steimel explained to the students that the board of education and faculty constantly put programs into place to improve education. “We measure education in a variety of ways,” he said. “We constantly want to improve all of our schools and now Eastport Elementary School is recognized as one of the best in the state.” 

 
Date Added: 2/3/2025