In conjunction with Read Across America and the birthday of Dr. Seuss, Countrywood Primary Center invited many distinguished guests to participate in their annual Read-In on Thursday, March 2, 2023. This was a special day to celebrate our love of reading. Countrywood’s very own librarian, Ms. Catherine Korn, dressed as The Cat in the Hat to celebrate the birthday of this famous storyteller. South Huntington staffers including Superintendent Dr. D’Elia, Ms. Scileppi, Dr. Michaelian, Ms. Lopez, Ms. Van Tassell, Ms. Rice, Ms. Barbato, Ms. Quinlan, Ms. Rivas-Martinez, Ms. Villanueva, Ms. Weiss, Ms. Talledo, Mr. Bernadel, Ms. Hahn, Mr. Toto, Mr. Conway, Ms. Clancy, Dr. Murphy, Ms. Wilkinson, Ms. Poprilo, Ms. Protan, Mr. Costa, Dr. Centamore and Ms. Carey in this reading event.
In addition, Huntington Manor Fire Chief Brady, along with Board of Education members Mr. Ciappetta, Mr. Bronson and Ms. Meijer shared their love of reading with the students. Huntington Town Hall was well represented at the annual read-in with Town Supervisor Ed Smyth, Councilwoman Joan Cergol, Councilman Salvatore Ferro, and Councilman Dr. Dave Bennardo. We were also fortunate to have State Senator Mario Mattera join us this year.
As adults, we know that reading is one of the most significant learning experiences for children, as it inspires our youth to gain a love of learning. This program was enjoyable for students and teachers, as well as rewarding and memorable for its guest readers. Countrywood’s Read-In is our opportunity to make a difference and show the children of South Huntington that reading is FUNdamental! Thank you to everyone who joined us at this year’s event!
Thank you to the staff, teachers, BOE members, town officials and community members for taking the time to participate in this year’s community read-in at Countrywood, helping to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday and spreading the joy of reading!
Principal Ken Costa cam from the high school that morning to read one of his favorite Dr. Seuss books to Mrs. Trebour's class.
Students welcomed BOE President Nicholas Ciappetta to read a book of their choice in celebration of Read Across America Day.
Huntington Town Supervisor, Ed Smyth, was happy to read to students in Ms. Schwartz's and Ms. Attrino's class and answer their questions about what it means to be Town Supervisor.
NY State Senator Mario Mattera joined us at Countrywood to read to Ms. Lacagnina's first-grade class.
Students in Ms. Pawlowski's class were so excited for their visit with HMFD Chief Brady.
Councilman Ferro's book choice was a big hit with Ms. Nicolino's and Ms. Sullivan's class.
Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Vito D'Elia, always looks forward to being back in the classroom.
Assistant Supervisor of Data & Information Systems, Marlee Rice, had as great of a time reading to Countrywood's students as they did listening to her storytelling!