
Countdown to Kindergarten
Centennial Avenue School is excited to welcome our newest learners! Join us on Thursday, June 6th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM for a special Kindergarten Meet & Greet event.
Incoming kindergarten students and their families are invited to bring their Kindergarten Readiness Bags to meet the team of dedicated kindergarten teachers in a warm and welcoming setting. This is a wonderful opportunity for families to begin building a connection with our school community and ease the transition into the exciting world of elementary school.
The evening will include:
A friendly introduction to the kindergarten teaching team
Light refreshments for families to enjoy
Opportunities to ask questions and prepare for a successful start to the school year
We look forward to seeing our future students and their families as we kick off this important milestone together.




On Friday, May 16, 2025, Centennial Avenue School hosted a vibrant and unforgettable Spring Dance for our 4th to 6th grade students. The event was a celebration of community, friendship, and school eagle spirit. This dance was filled with music, laughter, and lasting memories.
The Spring Dance was designed to encourage social connection, student confidence, positive peer interaction, and school pride. It provided students with an opportunity to bond with their classmates outside the classroom in a fun and festive environment.





Join the Roosevelt Public Library in Celebrating the 2nd Annual Roosevelt Community Children's Day Festival & Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday June 21st starting at 12:00PM.
For further information please contact the library: (516)378-0222.


🎉 Happy Birthday to Board of Education Trustee Dr. Regina L. Williams! 🎂
Thank you for your leadership and commitment to Roosevelt UFSD. Wishing you a fantastic day! 💙💛



On Friday, May 16, 2025, Centennial Avenue School’s FACE (Family and Community Engagement) team proudly organized a heartwarming “Moms Supporting Moms” Social . This uplifting event was designed to bring together mothers within the school community for an afternoon of connection and support.
This social aimed to foster networking, socialization, resource sharing, self-care, and family bonding. Moms from across the school community gathered in a welcoming space where they shared stories, exchanged helpful parenting tips, and built new friendships. The event highlighted the strength and unity of our parent community. While offering a much needed opportunity for relaxation and encouragement.




Centennial Avenue School’s FACE (Family and Community Engagement) team, in partnership with Champions of Martial Arts, hosted an exciting Family Taekwondo Session on Thursday, May 22, 2025.
The event brought together students and their families for an energetic and fun-filled evening focused on physical activity, self-care, and family bonding. The Taekwondo session was led by expert instructors from Champions of Martial Arts, who guided participants through basic techniques and interactive exercises in a safe and supportive environment.
Families of all ages participated enthusiastically, with students showing great interest and energy throughout the event. It was exciting to see parents and children learning side-by-side, promoting health and wellness here at Centennial Avenue School.










Ready! Set! Kindergarten!
We’re excited to welcome the Pre-K students and their families to a special event called “Ready, Set, Kindergarten!” happening on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. This will take place here at Centennial Avenue School.
This event is a great opportunity for families to explore the kindergarten classrooms, meet the Kindergarten team of teachers, and prepare our young learners for the school environment.
There are two session times:
🕗 Morning Session: 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
🕧 Afternoon Session: 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
✅ Be sure to bring your child’s Kindergarten Readiness Bag!
This event is all about helping our little learners feel confident and ready for this important next step. We can’t wait to welcome you and celebrate the beginning of your child’s kindergarten journey!


The Annual Town of Roosevelt Memorial Day Parade will be on Monday May 26, 2025. The Parade will start at 10:00AM at The Corners of Nassau Road & Pennywood Avenue.
Please click the link below to RSVP to the Memorial Day Celebration:
https://www.rooseveltnychamber.org/events-1/town-of-roosevelt-2025-annual-memorial-day-parade-2




Happy National School Nurse Day! 💙 Thank you to our amazing nurses for keeping our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn!


💐 Happy Mother’s Day from the Roosevelt Board of Education!


Happy Birthday to our 1st Vice President of our Board of Education, Mrs. Belinda Monroe! Wishing you a wonderful year ahead filled with happiness, health, and continued accomplishments. We’re grateful for your dedicated leadership and service to our district!



Have a Wonderful Spring Break, from the Roosevelt Board of Education!



Happy Women's History Month from the Board of Education!




The Board of Education will be having an Action Meeting on Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 starting at 7:00PM, at Centennial Ave Elementary School. If you have any questions please reach out to our District Clerk: districtclerk@rufsd.org or (516)-345-7005

The Roosevelt Union Free School district has an important update to share with you; for more information, please click the link or read the message below:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tqnBuISxbxEBgP9IDEnYALWi1K8BM_IV/view?usp=sharing.





Please check our latest updates from the Superintendent for information about Roosevelt's response to the PowerSchool Data Breach.



The Board of Education will be having a Special Action Meeting on Friday, January 17th, 2025 starting at 9:00AM. If you have any questions please reach out to out to our District Clerk.
districtclerk@rufsd.org

Happy Birthday, to our Board of Education President Rose Gietschier! Wishing you a year filled with continued success, joy, and fulfillment. Thank you for your leadership and dedication to our district!



Happy Birthday to our Board of Education Trustee Dr. Emily Moore! Thank you for everything you do for our district and for the Roosevelt Community!



Happy Holidays from the Board of Education!

