Contacting the District Office

Here are the many ways you can reach out to the District Team:

• call the District 26 Office

• send us an email

• call our Family Leadership Team

(between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM)

January 2025 

Dear District 26 Community,

I am excited to start 2025 with continued optimism and renewed energy to continue the school year strong. This is a perfect opportunity to remind us of our goals and the path we have planned for our district. Our dedication to excellence remains the cornerstone of our commitment, as we continue to deliver outstanding educational experiences for every student across District 26. Let's continue this momentum and keep collaborating to achieve our goals.

This year, our goal is to further elevate our students' reading abilities. With the support of our literacy programs, from Heggerty and Fundations to HMH Into Reading and Into Literature, along with targeted interventions and the continued strengthening of our MTSS framework, we are positioned to meet each student's unique needs. Our focus on continuous professional learning ensures that our teachers remain at the forefront of educational excellence, equipped to inspire and engage every learner. Our schools will continue to improve our progress monitoring practices to ensure that our instruction remains dynamic and data-driven throughout the year.

We are steadfast in our commitment to fostering a nurturing atmosphere where all students feel safe and valued. By intensifying our focus on social-emotional learning we will continue to build a community where students thrive both emotionally and academically. Our ongoing staff training in emotional support and crisis management will further reinforce our safe school environments. Our monthly SEL, guidance and social worker meetings provide the Student Services Team the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations regarding the progress of SEL work in our schools, targeted training on appropriate and useful SEL resources, and a space where our schools’ SEL teams can collaborate and network to continue improving the great work in which they engage.

Our journey with the Illustrative Math curriculum continues as we deepen student understanding and engagement with math through consistent, high-quality instruction. This curriculum supports equitable learning opportunities and promotes lively student discussions and robust math routines, all supported by thorough training to ensure our schools are prepared to meet the needs of our students. When visiting classrooms, rich discourse and powerful mathematical reasoning shared by students is evidence of the hard work and dedication of our teachers to leverage their strong instructional practice through implementation of high quality instructional materials.

Preparing our students for the future is more crucial than ever. We are expanding our programs in advanced coursework and career readiness, especially increasing access to STEM fields and integrating cutting-edge technology. These initiatives are designed to open new doors for our students, particularly those from underserved backgrounds.

Recognizing the critical role of our families and community in our educational community, we are set to broaden our outreach. This year will see more workshops and resources aimed at empowering parents to support their children’s educational journeys at home. Enhanced communication strategies will ensure that every family member is informed, involved, and inspired by the opportunities we offer. From Early Childhood Developmental Milestones to A Parent’s Guide to Social Media, from Math Routines to NYC Reads in District 26, from Parent Yoga to Spring Break Mindful Morning Crafts–whether in-person or virtual–our wide range of offerings this year empower our parents and families. We also believe in providing opportunities for students to build resilience, develop positive relationships and learn about teamwork through various sports. The district organizes leagues at both grade levels. Elementary school students have the ability to participate in COED basketball, Cheer, and COED soccer. Middle school students are able to participate in leagues for COED soccer, basketball, cheer, and volleyball. Middle School students also have the option to participate in Unified Bocce.

At the core of our mission is the cultivation of student leadership. Through initiatives like our Student Leadership Program and Civics for All Priorities, we are dedicated to nurturing a generation of proactive, engaged, and informed leaders who are ready to make a positive impact in our community and the world. In the Student Leadership Project, student leaders engage in various initiatives like Cards for First Responders, food and necessity drives, and Community awareness events based on both school and community needs. Student leaders also learn the tools needed for college and career readiness. In Civics, as students engage in projects such as SoapBox, Participatory Budgeting, and Take Action, students learn valuable skills of self advocacy, champion their voice, and make a tremendous difference and impact within their communities.

With these strategic initiatives, and with your support, I am confident that we will see remarkable achievements in the year ahead. Thank you for your dedication to our shared goals and for your continued partnership in education. Together, we will reach our goals and set new benchmarks for success.

Here's to a year filled with learning, growth, and success!

Sincerely,

Anthony M. Inzerillo

Superintendent

Community School District 26

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District 26 Office

51-60 Marathon Parkway

Little Neck, NY 11362

718-631-6943 (phone)

Located inside of Louis Pasteur Middle School (M.S. 67).