Our kids, our future
We are proud to celebrate the next generation that will shape our neighborhoods, schools and communities for years to come. Take a look at these delightful young students who begin their school journey with excitement, curiosity and endless potential.
The kindergarten years are filled with important firsts — first classrooms, first friendships, first lessons and unforgettable memories. This special K-Kids commemorative section captures a moment in time that families will treasure in the years ahead as these children grow, learn and discover who they are — on their way to adulthood.
Within these pages, you’ll find smiling faces, joyful personalities and the enthusiasm that makes our community so special. We are sure parents, grandparents, teachers and loved ones will treasure this opportunity to recognize and celebrate these remarkable children as they begin an exciting new chapter.
We also extend our sincere appreciation to the superintendents, principals, teachers and school staff whose dedication, encouragement and support help every child thrive. Their commitment to education and to our community makes K-Kids possible.
The Herald is honored to celebrate this year’s kindergarten class and share in the excitement of this milestone with our readers. Congratulations to the Class of 2038 — your future is just beginning!
Maurice W Downing
Mrs. Brown's Class
and Teacher Aide - Ms. Christian
You were born with 300 bones, but grown-ups only have 206! Some of your bones slowly join together as you grow
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Abdul - Fireman
• Annaleah - Teacher
• Ariel - Singer
• Ariya - Singer
• Ashley - Teacher
• Chloe - Teacher
• David - Zoo Keeper
• Deniz - Vet
• Emiliano - Painter
• Ezekiel - Artist
• Gianfranco - Cop
• Isaiah - Cop
• Jaycen - Cop
• Luke - Astronaut
• Maverick - Teacher
• Olivia -Teacher
• Remi - Doctor
• Sarah - Teacher
• Sincere - Army Soldier
• Sophia - Vet
• Thiago - Soccer Player
• Zoelle - Surgeon
Maurice W Downing
Mrs. DeFranco's Class
and Teacher Aide - Mr. William
Your brain never stops working — even when you sleep! It keeps busy having dreams and helping your body rest.
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Alexander - Police Officer
• Ariah - Nurse
• Ashton - Firefighter
• Aurora - Bunny
• Elizabeth - Bunny
• Emmanuel - Firefighter
• Gabriella - Doctor
• Gail - Farmer
• Gerald - Artist
• Gianna - Dentist
• Hannah - Unicorn
• Hope - Teacher
• Jose - Police Officer
• Liam - Paleontologist
• Maxwell - Police Officer
• Maya - Teacher
• Mikaela - Doctor
• Mila - Scientist
• Muhammad - Firefighter
• Owen - Police Officer
• Walker - Pilot
• Zyir - Firefighter
Mrs. Janosel & Mrs. Paolillo's Class
and Classroom Monitor- Mrs. Flynn
Your tongue is covered in tiny taste buds — about 10,000 of them! They help you tell if something is sweet, salty, or sour.
What
do you
• Caleb - Police Officer
• Carlos - Police Officer
• Charlie - Fireman
• Chelsea - Teacher
want to be when you grow up?
• Da'Miyah - Ballerina
• Eli - Doctor
• Elijah - Baker
• Finn - Ninja
• Gurbax - Engineer
• Hannah - Musician
• Jiana - Dentist
• Kasai -Police Officer
• Leah - Hair Stylist
• Luka - Firefighter
• Mary - Actress
• Mateo - Police Officer
• Olivia - Physical Therapist
• Olivier - Police Officer
• Ruya - Singer
• Skylar - Hair Stylist
W Downing
Ms. Pellegrino's Class
and Teacher Assistant - Ms. Witowski
Babies
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Kereem
Basketball player
Aubrey - Doctor Maurice
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Maurice W Downing
Mrs. Rosalia's Class
and Teacher Aide - Mrs. Singh
Sneezes are super speedy! The air from a sneeze can travel as fast as 100 miles per hour — that's faster than a race car on the highway!
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Alex - Pilot
• Amari - Car Driver
• Ava - Doctor
• Caden - Construction Worker
• Damian - Astronaut
• Dominic - Doctor
• Elijah - Doctor
• Emma - Doctor
• Isaiah - Fireman
• Jiselle - Doctor
• Julian - Policeman
• Kent - Police Officer
• Kenzie - Teacher
• Menelik - Doctor
• Mira - Doctor
• Nathaniel - Vet
• Olivia -Vet
• Reya - Chef
• Ryan - Artist
• Shamara - Doctor
• Xolani - Hair Stylist
Marurice W Downing
Mrs. Susi's Class
and Teacher Aide - Ms. Dziardziel
Your heart is about the same size as your fist! Make a fist and look at it — that's how big your heart is right now!
What do you want to be when you grow up?
• Aiden - You-Tuber
• Ayat - Teacher
• Ceyonna Princess
• Chi - Firefighter
• Christian - Construction Worker
• Devraj - Baseball Player
• Dylan - Singer
• Egypt - Basketball Player
• Elijah - Police Officer
• Ellie - Candy Maker
• Gianna - Basketball Player
• Harley - Nurse
• Junior - Policeman
• Liam - Donut Maker
• Meryem - Dancer & Singer
• Noel - Policeman
• Rolan - Train Conductor
• Savannah - Pizza Maker
• Sebastian - Soccer Player
• Sophia -Teacher
• Tremaine - Firefighter
• Violet - Teacher
• Zara - Teacher
Maurice W Downing
Ms. Vaglica's Class
and Teacher Assistants - Ms. Adduci, Ms. Holmes and Monitors - Ms. Vargas, Ms. Bowman, Ms. Patterson
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At Mount Sinai South Nassau, patient safety isn’t just a priority—it’s a standard, one we work on every day. And the experts agree.
We’ve earned national recognition for patient safety, including an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group and the Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award.
That means better outcomes for our patients with lower risk of infections or hospital acquired conditions.
When it comes to your health, nothing matters more than knowing you’re in a place where patient safety matters most.
Learn more at mountsinai.org/southnassau