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The Applebee's Flapjack Fundraiser is back!!

We are excited to announce that the Applebee's Flapjack Fundraiser is returning to SMS! This event will be held at Applebee's in New Hyde Park. It’s always a fun event and a fantastic opportunity to engage with our community while raising funds for a great cause. Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 27th, from 8 AM to 10 AM. 

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The Community Closet is now accepting donations

In an effort to support the students and families of SMS, a Community Closet was created in 2020.  This enables us to store donations & provide access to clothing for families in need within our local community. We are beginning to collect donations with some specific events in mind.  Concert season will soon be upon us so donations of white shirts & black pants are always in demand.  We would also love donations of winter wear (coats, scarves, hats, gloves, boots) in preparation for our sixth-grade trip to Frost Valley.  With Halloween approaching, costumes of all sizes are much appreciated as well.  

As always, we accept donations of any type of clothing, shoes, and outerwear.  

Donations can be left in the front lobby donation bin near the security desk. 

Students and teachers at the Club Fair
Club Fair, 2024

On Thursday, 9/20, South Middle held its annual Club Fair, a great opportunity for students new to the building to see what our school has to offer.  Here, students chat with Ms. Bazzani about the Community Action Club.  

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School is back!!

First day of school vibes from our three administrators! Our principal, Dr. Cartolano, is flanked by our two APs, Mr. DiBiase (L) and Mr. Nadherny (R).

Students arriving on the first day
A tradition continues!!

Students arriving on the first day of school are greeted by pom pom waving staff members.

Photo from No Place for Hate event in NYC
No Place For Hate

South Middle has once again been recognized as a No Place for Hate school by the ADL! Co Advisors Mrs. Dervin and Ms. Kuhn are pictured here with one of our Assistant Principals, Mr. Nadherny, along with student members of the Adolescent Advocates club. Hate has no place at South Middle.  

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South Middle Club Fair

Another successful Club Fair at South Middle!! The Club Fair is held every year at South Middle to introduce sixth graders as well as new students in seventh and eighth grade to all of the wonderful extracurricular activities offered here.  

Bulletin Board with works of art from the artists of the month
Artists of the Month

Congratulations to our final three Artists of the Month for the 2023-2024 school year...Jessica Yang -Grade 6, Amy Sun - Grade 7, and Evelyn Chang - Grade 8. These talented young artists took tremendous pride in their work to create a true masterpiece!

Student dancers from the Cultural Heritage Celebration
South Middle Cultural Heritage Celebration

Another successful Cultural Heritage Celebration is in the books!!  Here, students perform a traditional Fan Dance.  

Teach Peace mural
Teach Peace Mural

The "Teach Peace" mural emerged from a collaborative effort between the Art Club and the No Place for Hate initiative. Students contributed their handprints to create the vibrant background, while the Art Club members skillfully painted the "Teach Peace" imagery on top.

Announcements & Events

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  • Eighth grade teams will be taking individual trips to Adventure Park in Wheatley Heights.  Permission slips have been sent home.   
  • The Fall Sports Season has begun. Check out the "Athletics" site for dates and times of games.  
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The Community Closet is accepting donations. We are beginning to collect with specific events in mind.  Concert season will soon be upon us, so donations of white shirts & black pants are always in demand.  We would also love winter wear (coats, hats, gloves, etc.) in preparation for our 6th grade trip to Frost Valley.  With Halloween approaching, costumes of all sizes are appreciated as well. Donations can be left in the front lobby donation bin near the security desk.    

Calendar

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Meeting ID: 593 435 1265

Passcode: SMSPTA 

News & Accolades

Photo of students honored by the Great Neck Rotary Club

The Rotary Club of Great Neck annually recognizes South Middle and North Middle students who demonstrate an exemplary level of community service and a commitment to “service above self,” which is the Rotary Club's motto. Congratulations to this year's Rotary Youth Merit Award recipients: Enkhjin Altankhuyag, Kala Jagoda, and Annabella Kang from South Middle School (pictured above) and Paige Klein, Zoe Rios, and Sharon Shirazian from North Middle School. Teachers and administrators from the four schools spoke on behalf of their students' accomplishments.  Award winners were applauded by Rotary representatives, proud family members, school administrators and faculty during a ceremony. 

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