Bethpage's kindergarten students marked a major milestone on Thursday as they celebrated their 100th day of school with festive activities at both Central Boulevard and Charles Campagne Elementary Schools.
At Central Boulevard, the district's youngest learners began the day dressed as centenarians, complete with gray wigs, glasses and walking canes. The pint-sized senior citizens paraded through the school hallways to cheers and applause from older students who lined the corridors to celebrate their accomplishment.
Following the parade, kindergarteners gathered in the multipurpose room with special guests to create commemorative necklaces. Each student carefully strung together 100 beads – a hands-on activity that reinforced their counting skills while creating a keepsake from the memorable day.
Meanwhile, at Charles Campagne Elementary, kindergarten students showcased their creativity with a poster parade. Each child designed a unique display featuring 100 items of their choice, transforming the hallways into a colorful gallery of mathematical achievement. Posters boasted 100 stickers, pom poms, hearts, goldfish crackers, and countless other imaginative collections that demonstrated both artistic flair and number sense.
The 100th day of school is a cherished tradition in kindergarten classrooms across the country, providing a meaningful opportunity for young students to practice counting, recognize patterns, and celebrate their growth as learners. After the celebrations concluded, Bethpage's kindergarteners returned to their classrooms ready to tackle day 101 and beyond.