In recognition of National Fire Safety month, the District’s elementary-aged students focused on fire safety measures during assemblies with both the Eastport and Manorville fire departments.

After individual assemblies about being safe, preventing fires and establishing an exit plan and meeting place, students collected outside for demonstrations and a tour of the fire trucks. The firefighters demonstrated how equipment on the truck is used and some students even had the opportunity to try on gear. Most importantly, students are now more confident in knowing what to do in case of a fire.

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Date Added: 10/23/2025

At Tuttle Avenue School, Latin ballroom instructor Michelle Vicale-Smith treated students to a performance of various dances in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, held from Sept. 15-Oct. 15. Ms. Vitale-Smith discussed the various styles and history behind Latin dance, including the Merengue, guajira and sevillanas.  

Teacher Mitchell Johnson volunteered to demonstrate a dance with the instructor to the cheers of students. Students then danced to the music, demonstrating their newly learned skills. 

Date Added: 10/8/2025

Tuttle Avenue School had by far the friendliest campus in the District from Sept. 29-Oct. 3. The students hosted Start With Hello Week, a social program which encourages students to reach out to peers who may be suffering from social isolation and a lack of connectivity. 

On Monday, students signed the Start With Hello pledge and took time to say hello to someone new, while on Tuesday, the students wore their favorite shirt and tried to find peers with the same interests. Wednesday followed with everyone wearing their favorite Tuttle or ESM gear to demonstrate that they are on the same team. The week concluded with everyone wearing green to show their commitment to displaying kindness, empathy and inclusiveness. Students were also encouraged to play with someone who is sitting on the school’s Buddy Bench. 

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Date Added: 10/6/2025