On May 16, Chatterton School hosted its annual STEAM Day, where students participated in a variety of activities that incorporated science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

STEAM and sixth-grade teacher James Keenan, along with other staff members, helped coordinate these interactive, hands-on activities, ensuring they were both enjoyable and educational.

Sixth graders led different stations for younger students to engage with and enjoy. Additionally, students were entertained by an interactive science-themed show titled "The Great and Powerful Dave."

“They were an integral part of the day's success,” noted Keenan.

Click here to view the Chatterton Hosts STEAM Day Full of Discovery and Creativity slideshow.

Date Added: 5/20/2025

STEAM Day at Birch School on May 16 was filled with science, technology, engineering, arts, and math activities that sparked curiosity and promoted ingenuity in young students.

The day kicked off with an interactive, high-energy Wacky Science assembly that captivated students with thrilling demonstrations and sparked scientific curiosity.

“Following the assembly, students rotated through interactive stations where they experimented with rocketry, engineered structures, and expressed their artistic flair using watercolors and patterns,” explained one of the day’s organizers, teacher Deb Vernice.

Some classes delved into problem-solving adventures in escape rooms, where students collaborated to crack codes and solve puzzles.

Back in their classrooms, teachers presented engineering challenges such as building the longest possible paper chain using just one sheet of paper and 12 inches of tape and designing structures to withstand simulated earthquakes.

“Not only did the students learn something new, but they left with excitement and lasting memories,” added one of the day’s organizers, teacher Trish Germann.

Click here to view the Birch Students Dive into Hands-On Learning During STEAM Day slideshow.

Date Added: 5/19/2025

Ms. Pikowsky, Mrs. Scavelli, and Mrs. Maloney’s classes at Chatterton teamed up for a STEAM Day adventure. Students combined science and creativity by turning coffee filters into vibrant butterflies with just markers, a spray of water, and piper cleaners.

Click here to view the Chatterton Students Team Up for STEAM Adventure slideshow.

Date Added: 5/19/2025

Merrick Schools are once again among 935 districts nationwide named a Best Community for Music Education by the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation. 

The district was selected for the 11th year for its role in supporting music as part of a well-rounded education. Dr. Richard Nasto, the district’s music coordinator based in Chatterton School, said the recognition is an honor. 

“The key to a successful music program is having talented and passionate teachers, supportive parents and staff, and of course, dedicated students,” noted Dr. Nasto. “In Merrick, we are grateful to have all these components. The honor of earning the Best Communities for Music Education Award is a wonderful recognition of the team effort that we share with all stakeholders." 

This award program recognizes schools committed to ensuring music learning opportunities are available for every student and provides an example for other communities to follow. 

Date Added: 5/14/2025

Fifth graders worked hard this May, creating a Volume Zoo in their classrooms.

Students were challenged to create their own animal out of boxes and craft supplies, in turn, find the totalvolumeof their creation.

This fun activity incorporated math, science, and reading into a lesson.

Click here to view the Chatterton Fifth Graders Build Volume Zoo slideshow.

Date Added: 5/14/2025