On March 28, Mineola High School student musicians from the eighth grade Orchestra class brought their violins, cellos and double basses to Jackson Avenue School for a special collaboration with the fourth grade Orchestra club.

During the visit, the high school visitors were paired with younger players for a rehearsal session where they acted as mentors, helping the novice players with their form and tone as they prepared for a performance.

Finally, it was showtime and the musical collaboration came to life in the school gym in front of an enthusiastic audience of third graders, teachers and administrators.

The show began with the two orchestras joining together as one and performing the song “Impulse” by American composer Brian Balmages. Next, third grader Grant Koo took center stage to perform his level 3 NYSMA piece “Gavotte.” Finally, the eighth grade orchestra closed the show with the song “The Carnival of The Animals: Royal March of The Lion” by Camille Saint-Saens.

Sarah Ramsingh, a music teacher at Jackson Avenue and Mineola High School, is thrilled with the opportunity to bring her learners together for this collaboration. “I am in the unique position where I can actually witness the evolution of my students, from first picking up their instrument in third grade, to becoming focused and enthusiastic teens with exceptional talent, poise and confidence,” said Ms. Ramsingh. “Combing the forces of my younger, impressionable learners with those who can help guide and share experience with them is truly a pleasure, and the music they make together is sensational!”

Date Added: 4/3/2025 

Seventh and eighth grade members of the National Junior Art Honor Society came together at the middle school on March 27 to use their creative talents to paint for the Empty Bowls Project.

The students glazed over 80 beautiful bowls, which will be sold at the district and high school art shows and after the NAHS and NJAHS induction ceremonies. Bowls are $12 each with all proceeds benefitting local food charities to help care for and feed families in our community.

Empty Bowls is a grassroots movement by artists and crafts people in cities and towns around the world to raise money for food related charities to care for and feed the hungry in their communities.

Date Added: 4/2/2025

Friends and family are invited to the final Long Island performance of our award-winning Winter Guard before they depart for the championships at Lehigh University on April 13.

Join us for the Winter Guard Friends and Family Show on Tuesday, April 8 at 8 PM in the high school gym. 

We will also be recognizing our incredible seniors at this event.  Come and show your support!

Date Added: 4/2/2025

The district congratulates the high school robotics team, “Mineola Wild Reds,” for taking home the Engineering Inspiration Award at the FIRST Robotics Long Island Regional Competition, which was held March 19-22 at Hofstra University.

The Engineering Inspiration Award celebrates outstanding success in advancing respect and appreciation for engineering and exemplifies the team’s commitment to science and technology education among the team, school and Mineola community. This award qualifies the team to compete in the 2025 FIRST National Championship, April 16-19 in Houston, TX.

Additionally, junior Igor DeSouza was recognized by FIRST with the Dean’s List Award, qualifying him as Dean’s List Finalist with the opportunity to compete in the Championships in the individual category. The FIRST Dean’s List Award honors outstanding team leaders who have also achieved a high level of personal technical expertise and accomplishment. As co-head of build and treasurer for the robotics team, Igor has put in countless hours as a leader and mentor and been instrumental in the team’s community outreach efforts.

Two team members, Makayla Apter-Quinn and Julia Manevitz, were also honored with the opportunity to open the Saturday competition with a soaring performance of the National Anthem.

We are #MineolaProud to recognize the learners and educators who bring dedication, creativity and teamwork to the robotics program throughout the school year. These teams aren’t just focused on competing but are also committed to a greater mission, sharing their knowledge, experience and love of STEM and inspiring future problem solvers, innovators and leaders.

The community is invited to the annual MINNeola Macaroni Night, benefitting the Mary Brennan Inn.

Thursday, April 10 from 5:00-6:30 PM at the Mineola High School Cafeteria

Admission is $5 (while supplies last)

Enjoy pasta dishes, along with salad, beverages and desserts, all for a great cause!

Mary Brennan Inn is a not-for-profit, volunteer-based organization that provides essential services to assist those challenged by hunger, homelessness and poverty on Long Island.

Date Added: 3/18/2025