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Winganhauppauge Road
Islip, NY 11751

School Hours: 9:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.

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wingnotes@islipufsd.org

 

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Main Office: (631) 650-8450
Fax: (631) 650-8458
Principal’s Office: (631) 650-8455
Health Office: (631) 650-8475
Attendance Office: (631) 650-8450

 

Principal's Message

Dear Parents and Loving Caregivers,

It is with great enthusiasm and excitement that I write this letter welcoming you back to the start of a new school year! I am honored to be the principal of Wing Elementary School and look forward to working together to advance the achievement of all students. During my time as an educator, I have had the opportunity to serve various communities as a teacher assistant, special education teacher, founding member of a new school, and assistant principal. Working together, I am confident that we will continue to provide our students with a truly rigorous and enriching school experience.

The elementary years are critical times for children. What happens during these years will have a lasting impression on their growth and development. My goal as principal is to provide leadership that will facilitate a school environment that is safe, encouraging, and fun for your child to receive the best possible instruction and encourage them to become lifelong learners. 

I believe that all children can and will learn to their greatest potential in a positive, nurturing environment. I think it is essential to encourage our students to understand their mistakes and obstacles are a part of life, but how students persevere, learn, and grow from these difficulties will encourage them to develop into successful adults and lifelong learners. I look forward to spending time this year getting to know and learn from staff, students, and families at Wing.

I believe in the importance of two-way communication and encourage you to reach out if you have any questions, concerns, or ideas throughout the year as my door is always open to the school community. If there is anything I can assist you with, please let me know.

Sincerely,

Catherine Glaser, Proud Principal



Wing’s Community Reader Day Helps Instill Love of Reading

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Wing Elementary School welcomed local community members to Community Reader Day on the morning of March 5. The annual event, part of the Pick a Reading Partner program, invites guests to read favorite books to Wing students in support of the school’s initiative to instill a love of reading.

Guest readers visiting the Wing classrooms this year included Islip Board of Education Vice President Paul Austin and trustees Eric Buehler, Matthew Clareen, Tom Leggio and Laura Rogacki; Superintendent Dr. Dennis P. O’Hara; Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Michael Giacchetto; Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, Administrative Services and Operations Donna Brower; Fine and Performing Arts Director Michael Hershkowitz; Technology, Innovation and Information Systems Director Dr. Chad Walerstein; World Language/ENL Coordinator Rabia Hirji; Science and Technology Coordinator Dan Oggeri; English Language Arts, Family and Consumer Sciences, and Cosmetology Coordinator Barbara Wagner; Islip High School Principal Dr. Lara Gonzalez, Islip Middle School Dean of Students Jamie Wright; Commack Road Elementary School Principal Jacqueline Beckmann; Maud S. Sherwood Elementary School Principal Briana James; Islip Town Councilman James P. O’Connor; Islip Town Clerk Linda Vavricka; Islip Town Receiver of Taxes Andy Wittman; and several of the district’s counselors, social workers and teachers.  

“Community Reader Day is one of our favorite events at Wing,” Principal Catherine Glaser said. “We are deeply grateful to the members of our Board of Education, central office administration, district and building administrators, and local elected officials who took time out of their morning to read to our UPK, kindergarten and first-grade students.”

Date Added: 3/11/2025

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Multicultural Night Highlights District Diversity

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The Islip School District held its annual Multicultural Night on March 4, celebrating the school community’s 20 different languages and numerous vibrant cultures through performances and displays.

The evening began with an exciting performance showcase in the Islip High School auditorium by multicultural clubs and the student population. The audience of over 200 attendees then moved to the school cafeteria to explore cuisine and displays, led by high school students. Family and consumer science classes cooked and served food, the functional academics students who operate the Bucs Brew beverage cart sold coffee, and cosmetology students offered face painting and henna. Three local eateries – Bubba’s Burrito Bar, Pizza Corner and The Pizzeria of Islip – also donated food for the event.

“Our students have been learning about different holidays and cultures through our multicultural clubs,” said Rabia Hirji, Islip’s administrator for ENL and world languages. “They were excited to show the displays they had created and eager to share what they’ve learned with the community. We are proud to highlight the diversity in our district.”

Date Added: 3/11/2025

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