Come join us to learn more about the curriculum and instruction that is in practice at the
East Rockaway Public Schools.

Curriculum Presentations will be given at the beginning of selected Board of Education meetings from October through May.

The presentations will take place at East Rockaway High School
at 7:30 p.m.

October 19, 2010 (Tuesday)
Board Appreciation
Board of Education Appreciation Video
The East Rockaway Board of Education represents the community’s beliefs and values. It is the advocate for the community when decisions are made about your children’s education. Members of the Board of Education volunteer their time to set appropriate policies for the schools and to support the activities and events that enrich the students’ lives. Join us to acknowledge, and show our appreciation to our trustees that serve on the East Rockaway Board of Education.

November 16, 2010 (Tuesday)
Technology
View Presentation
Robotics is an integral part of the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) program. In 2009 East Rockaway’s first robotics team took 1st place overall among 90 Long Island teams. Learn how our 7th grade Technology students research, build and program their own robots.

December 14, 2010 (Tuesday)
Music
Join us for a musical interlude and an opportunity to enjoy the musical talents of the children of the East Rockaway Public Schools.

January 18, 2011 (Tuesday)
Foreign Languages
Learn about the 5 C’s in Foreign Language instruc- tion: Connections, Communication, Communities, Cul- tures, and Comparisons. Discover how our Foreign Language instruction is critical in preparing students for life in an increasingly global community.

February 15, 2011 (Tuesday)
English
An introduction to AP Language and Composition – Learn how this new course in rhetoric and argument will improve critical thinking strategies across the content areas.

March 15, 2011 (Tuesday)
Health
“Police And Communities Together” is a community prevention education system designed to deal with existing drug issues and rapidly respond to emerging drug threats. The goal is to help reduce illicit drug use and accompanying criminal behavior and improve the safety and quality of life in the community.

April 12, 2011 (Tuesday)
Elementary Computer Program
Come see a demonstration of new “Smart Classroom” technologies that are being used across the curriculum in our elementary classrooms.

May 10, 2011 (Tuesday)
Business
Are you curious about the new 9th grade course Business Skills for the 21st Century? See how the Business Department incorporates new research and exciting technology skills into the curriculum for this graduation requirement.

MAY 17, 2011 (Tuesday)
BUDGET VOTE
Come view the annual art show which displays student work from grades K-12. Also, on the same evening, enjoy the sounds of our annual high school concert.