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District 21 will be hosting a Middle School Showcase for our current 5th graders to highlight the many wonderful academic programs our District has to offer. Fourth grade families are encouraged to attend. Staff members from each Middle School will be in attendance to provide information about their school’s unique programs.

District 21 is excited to invite our current 8th graders to the High School Showcase, where we will highlight the many outstanding academic and Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs our high schools have to offer.

Good morning Cavallaro families,

We had a very successful kickoff to the 2026-2027 school year last week, as we welcomed back our Cavallaro families and students.

Students will engage in following activities: 3D Printing, Lego WeDo, Lego EV3, Hydroponics, Flight Simulators.

The Cavallaro STEM program with a concentration in Technology will focus on several major concepts relating to STEM and building 21st Century skills.

STEM ENGINEERING at IS 281 is all about preparing you for the Challenges of the Future.  Students learn and implement the Engineering Design Process in their everyday lives.

The STEM Math Talent Program is a perfect opportunity for students to learn about financial literacy, investing and entrepreneurship.

Through a formal study of a range of styles, techniques and genres, including their own social dances, students expand their perception of dance and demonstrate a variety of skills.

Students learn the fundamental building blocks of art and how it relates to all art media. Those that have prior experience with art will have opportunities to advance their level to suit individual needs, while beginners will be able to accomplish new goals.

Our Athletics talent program is aligned with the New York State Learning Standards for Physical Education.