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Upcoming Events
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Today
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM LAK Gr. 2 Principal's Tea & Talk
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2:45 PM - 4:45 PM SH SDMC
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Tomorrow
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM NH ENL Parent Mtg
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM UPTC Presidents Council at NH
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Wednesday
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM SR Photo Day
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Thursday
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM SR Photo Day
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10:00 AM - 11:00 AM SR 5th Grade Group Photos
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3:00 PM - 4:00 PM NM SDMC Meeting
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7:00 PM - 9:00 PM SM Frost Valley Mtg
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Friday
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Saturday
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October 9, 2023
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October 10, 2023
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM LAK ENL Parent Mtg
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October 11, 2023
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7:00 PM - 9:00 PM SM PTA Mtg
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October 12, 2023
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM PARK PTO Parent Mingle Dinner & Silent Auction
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7:00 PM - 9:00 PM SH Piano Recital
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October 13, 2023
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6:30 PM - 7:30 PM LAK Blacktop Bingo
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7:00 PM - 9:00 PM SH Coffee House I
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October 14, 2023
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9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Saturday Rec. Programs Begin: Gr. K-8 at SM
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October 15, 2023
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sunday Rec. Programs Begin: Gr. K-8 at NM
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October 16, 2023
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM LAK Gr. 3 Principal's Tea & Talk
District Announcements
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Board Appoints Trustee to Fill Vacancy
At the public Board meeting on Sept. 20, trustees voted unanimously to appoint Steve Chen to fill a vacant Board seat until the next annual election in May 2024. Click on the announcement title to read a letter to the community from President Rebecca Sassouni, on behalf of the Great Neck Public Schools Board of Education.
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2023–24 Board of Education Goals
At the public meeting on Sept. 20, trustees presented their Board Goals for 2023–24, which focus on three areas: Extraordinary Student Experiences, Enhanced Communication/Community Engagement, and Effective Transitions. Visit the Board Goals web page for more details.
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Superintendent Dr. Bossert Launches Survey for Community Input
A community-wide survey is now open using ThoughtExchange, a collaborative platform that uses a unique two-way process to allow participants to share their ideas confidentially and rate thoughts that other participants have submitted. The survey has one question: “What priorities and/or insights would you like the new Superintendent of Schools to be aware of?”
Health and Wellness
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Mental Health Resources
The District has partnered with Northwell Health to provide additional mental health resources and services, including access to the Behavioral Health Center at Mineola for urgent care. Visit our Mental Health & Community Resources page for more information, including the September 2023 Mental Health Newsletter.
Registration Information
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Registration for 2023–24 Kindergarten & UPK
All applications to register for Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) and Kindergarten for the 2023–24 school year will be processed online.
Universal Pre-K
The District offers a UPK program to all Great Neck School District residents at no cost. UPK Online Registration is currently open. To enroll, children must be 4 years old by Dec. 1, 2023.
Kindergarten
Kindergarten Online Registration will open on Jan. 17, 2023. All children who will attend public or private school kindergarten in Sept. 2023 must be registered. Any child who legally resides within the school district and will be 5 years old on or before Dec. 1, 2023 is eligible for kindergarten.
For more information, visit our Office of Registration home page or call the Registrar’s Office at (516) 441-4080.
Featured Video
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The Great Neck Public Schools is proud to offer exceptional programs in support of S.T.E.A.M. education (science, technology, engineering, art, and math). This new video series, “Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead,” celebrates our innovative programs and activities that inspire inquiry, encourage discovery, and spark creativity as students connect their problem-solving skills to real-world solutions.
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GNPS/TV Current ProgramsPrograms currently airing on Great Neck Public Schools Television (GNPS/TV) are the June 2023 commencement ceremonies for North High, South High, and Village School. GNPS/TV programming reflects the offerings of the Great Neck Public Schools and the achievements of its students and staff. Programs may be viewed within the incorporated villages of Great Neck on Optimum Channel 75 and on Verizon Fios Channel 32. Programs are also available on-demand, 24/7, on the GNPS/TV web page.
For more information, please visit the GNPS/TV homepage or contact Robert Zahn, director of educational television and broadcast media, by e-mail at rzahn@greatneck.k12.ny.us, or by phone at (516) 441-4676.
GNPS Community Education
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Community Ed Fall 2023 Catalog
The Great Neck Community Ed Fall 2023 catalog is available online and registration is underway. Offerings include a variety of in-person and online courses. Visit the Community Ed web page for more details about course offerings and registration.
Accolades
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National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists
Forty-two students in the Great Neck Public Schools have been named Semifinalists in the prestigious 2024 National Merit Scholarship Competition (NMSC). Semifinalists represent less than 1% of U.S. high school seniors nationwide.
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South High Named NYSPHSAA School of Distinction
South High School has been honored by NYSPHSAA as a recipient of the 2022–23 School of Distinction Award, as 100% of varsity teams qualified for the Scholar Athlete Team Award during their respective seasons.
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GNPS Musicians Selected for All-State Ensembles
Seven highly talented musicians from North High School and South High School have been selected for the prestigious and very competitive 2023 NYSSMA All-State Conference, and an additional 14 students have been named as Alternates for the event.
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Great Neck Among U.S. News & World Report’s 2023-2024 Best High Schools
On the nationwide list of Best High Schools, South High ranked #205 and North High ranked #463. Both schools are also ranked among the top 250 public schools in the nation for STEM education.
Recent News
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Administrative Appointments for 2023-24
Over the summer, the Great Neck Board of Education approved three administrative appointments for the 2023-24 school year: Diana Haanraadts, Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education; Jennifer Andersen, Director of Community Ed; and Brendan Nelson, North Middle Assistant Principal.
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Board of Education Honors GNPS Security Guard
During the Board of Education meeting on July 6, Board Trustees recognized GNPS security guard Brian Oliver for his commitment to the safety of students, staff, and the greater community.
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Great Neck Board of Education Holds Organizational Meeting
Joanne Chan and Rebecca Sassouni were each sworn in for a three-year term on the Board. Board officers were elected and individuals were appointed to serve in various roles for the 2023–24 school year.