JLE Awards Malandu Badila Martin Luther King, Jr. Service Award

On Monday May 14th, JLE Awarded Mr. Malandu Badila the Martin Luther King, Jr. Service Award for painting the “African Griot Wall of World Stories” on our library wall. An African Griot is a cherished member of the ancient and current African Village. The Griot is the keeper and teller of the ancient stories and the History of the village people. All of JLE and Mr. Badila’s family are proud of his beautiful mural painted and presented as a gift to the JLE Family.

Illustrator and Author Jacqueline Rogers visits JLE

The Hudson Family Literacy Program welcomed illustrator and author Jacqueline Rogers on Thursday afternoon. Ms. Rogers read from two of the books she illustrated, and did a drawing workshop with the literacy program’s Early Childhood and After School Program children. Jacqueline Rogers is the illustrator of several children’s books,
including The Ghost of Sifty Sifty Sam and the series The Littles. She has also written several children’s books, including Kindergarten ABC and Best Friends Sleep Over. For more information on Jacqueline Rogers, visit her website at: www.jacquelinerogers.com.

John Farrell and the JLE second graders perform at the Hudson Book Fair

John Farrell and the JLE second graders were a show stopping delight as they perform “Together” and “Love Goes Round” at the Hudson Book Fair this past Saturday.

Arron Nigel Smith dazzled the JLE students

Arron Nigel Smith dazzled the JLE children performing a one-man singing / movement / rhythm concert. The children sang and danced with joy and delight. The program was provided by the Hudson Book Festival as another motivating kick off for the Book Festival.

Doug Snelson reads to JLE students

Mrs. Brown’s class is enchanted by Doug Snelson author of “Who's Got the Face?” He came to read to a number of JLE classes as a kick off to our Hudson Book Fair.

Little Hawk Drawing Winners

Congratulations to Mrs. Frederickson’s class - The Little Hawk Class of the Week

Little Hawk Drawing Winners

Congratulations to Mrs. Rutkey’s Class- The Little Hawk Class of the Week

Congratulations to our Little Hawk Drawing Winners this week!

Thula Sizwe visits JLE

Thula Sizwe delighted the children of John L. Edwards this past Friday with the songs and dance of Zulu South Africa. Bringing Thula Sizwe to JLE was the singer, songwriter and creator of Bridges of Peace and Hope, John Farrell. The event was a joyful multicultural celebration of song and dance.

Students receive a lesson in African dance

John Farrell teaches Mrs. VanDyke's second
grade about life in South Africa

John Farrell performs for students

McTeacher Night

On Tuesday April 3, Mr. Spicer and the JLE Teachers were burger flipping, French-frying, floor sweeping and cash register ringing employees of the Hudson McDonald’s. Our annual McTeacher Night fundraiser was a huge success and Mr. Spicer would like to thank our Hudson McDonalds and wonderful Teachers, parents and community members for all their support.  

NYU Dental Team Visits JLE

On Monday April 2nd, The NYU Dental Program with special orders from the Tooth Fairy made a visit to JLE. With gentile care and all the tools to drill & fill cavities to performing extractions they provided free dental care to the JLE kids and their families. On behalf of the JLE Family Mr. Spicer would like to thank our NYU partners in their support of our dental health.

Little Hawk Drawing Winners

Congratulations to Mrs. Hom’s Class our Little Hawk Class of the Week.

Congratulations to our Little Hawk Drawing Winners this week!

Little Hawk Drawing Winners

Congratulations to Mrs. Brown’s Class our Little Hawk Class of the Week.

Congratulations to our Little Hawk Drawing Winners this week!

Agricultural Day at JLE

On March 27th, Mrs. Cathy Drum, Director of HCSD’s Food Service came to JLE to read to Mrs. VanDyke's Class as part of the Agricultural Day Program. The purpose of the program is to teach the children how agriculture, nutrition and making good food choices are all connected to help them live healthier lives.

Little Hawk Class of the Week

Congratulations to Mrs. Chalavoutis' Class for earning the most Little Hawks and becoming the Little Hawk Class of the Week.

Curious George Night Resounding Success!

Congratulations to the Hudson Literacy Program and its staff and Director Sophie Becker for the outstanding Curious George Night hosted at JLE on Wednesday, March 14th. Over three hundred children and parents attended the event and a great time was had by all. The parents worked with their children moving from station to station of arts & crafts and learning activities. And of course the children formed a long line to meet and get a photo with Curious George and the Man with the Big Yellow Hat! The program was also supported by teachers, staff and Hudson Literacy Youth volunteers. On behalf of the PTA and the entire JLE Family, Mr. Spicer would like to thank the Hudson Literacy Program for supporting the district’s goal of community outreach and family support.

Mrs. Cartwright Teacher of the Month

On Monday, March 12, Mrs. Cartwright was surprised by Bill Williams of 98.5 The Cat Radio Station, Mr. & Mrs. Wieg and Mrs. Logue. Mr. & Mrs. Wieg and Mrs. Logue wrote letters on behalf of their children to the radio station nominating Mrs. Cartwright for this honor. The letters praised Mrs. Cartwright for her caring teaching style and the personal support she provides each child, allowing the children in her Kindergarten class to flourish in a very nurturing environment. Mrs. Cartwright’s class cheered for her as she received a plaque, flowers and gift prizes. Congratulations Mrs. Cartwright, we are all proud of you!

Little Hawk Class of the Week

Congratulations to Mrs. Zito's Class for earning the most Little Hawks and becoming the Little Hawk Class of the Week

Congratulations to all of our Little Hawk Drawing Winners!

Little Hawk Class of the Week

Congratulations to Mrs. Zito's Class for earning the most Little Hawks and becoming the Little Hawk Class of the Week

Congratulations to all of our Little Hawk Drawing Winners!

Mrs. Sleezer's Class Wins Lunch with Mr. Spicer

Congratulations to Mrs. Sleezer's Class, winners of the Win A Lunch With Mr. Spicer weekly drawing

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