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Second graders bring ‘The Gingerbread Baby’ to life

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Hampton Bays Elementary School second grade students recently delighted audiences with an annual Reader’s Theater performance of “The Gingerbread Baby,” inspired by their study of author Jan Brett. Guided by their teachers, the students practiced fluency, expression and collaboration as they prepared for the performance. Their hard work and enthusiasm were on full display as they confidently shared the story with classmates and guests.

Holiday cheer for veterans

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Hampton Bays Elementary School students recently spent time penning holiday cards to Hampton Bays alumni who are serving in the military. Cards will be sent to South Carolina, Texas and Japan, among other places.

Date Added: 12/19/2025

Hampton Bays students spread holiday cheer to local seniors

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Members of the Hampton Bays Middle School Interact Club and Tri-M Music Honor Society recently came together to spread holiday cheer by creating handmade holiday cards for residents of the Hampton Bays Senior Center. The collaborative service project gave students the opportunity to give back to the community while sharing kind messages and festive artwork with local seniors.

Date Added: 12/18/2025

Hampton Bays K-Kids spread warmth through community coat drive

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Members of the Hampton Bays Elementary School K-Kids service club recently hosted a successful drive to collect warm coats for those in need. All items will be donated to local community members in need.

Date Added: 12/17/2025

Holidays around the world

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Hampton Bays Elementary School first grade students celebrated the holiday season with their annual “Holidays Around the World,” a festive annual production staged for family and friends. Dressed in colorful holiday outfits, each first grade class stood to recite facts and poems about the various holidays they had studied in class. They also entertained the audience by singing holiday songs.