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Joseph McNeil School was filled with music, joy, and holiday spirit during its annual Holiday Concert. Scholars took to the stage to showcase their talents through a festive selection of songs that celebrated the season and brought our school community together.

Joseph A. McNeil School recently hosted a festive Thanksgiving and Student of the Month celebration for scholars and their families. The event brought our school community together to share a warm meal, reflect on gratitude, and recognize the hard work and positive character of our outstanding students.

The Hempstead Union Free School District is pleased to announce that scholars enrolled in after-school programs at select schools will now receive a nutritious dinner as part of their extended-day experience.

Hempstead Public Schools is offering Summer Learning Activities for Grades K–8 in Reading and Math to help scholars stay engaged and prepared for the upcoming school year. Grade-level packets are available for download and in print at any elementary or middle school. Families can also support their child’s progress through i-Ready personalized lessons, with parent guides available in English and Spanish. Additional resources across all content areas are available to further enrich summer learning.

We are writing to inform you about an important update regarding our school’s policy related to students and personal electronic devices. This policy will take effect at the start of the new school year in September 2025. As required by Education Law 2803, and as a part of Governor Hochul’s Distraction-Free Learning Initiative, student use of personal internet-enabled devices is prohibited from “bell-to-bell.”