







A HUGE shoutout and heartfelt thank you to the incredible Fairview School District Administrators & Staff who gave their time and energy to make these two weeks absolutely magical for the students at Number Three School! 🥳❤️
You all helped create unforgettable reading adventures — the kids (and we!) are so grateful! 🙌📖🎉
Pictured: Maria Kushi, Sylvia Gonzalez, Betty Puente, Denise DelVecchio, Daniela McGrath, Chris Puente, Amanda Castaldo, Genesis Garcia, Irma Asto, Pauline Grandov Not pictured: ChrisAnne Nielsen









Throughout the week, classrooms welcomed police officers, family members, community members, and school staff! They all generously shared their time and love of reading with our students.
It was a great opportunity for children to see how reading connects us all ! Thank you to everyone who joined us at Lincoln Annex and our Head Start Pre-K location! All of our classroom visitors helped make this week so meaningful and memorable for our students! 📖💙









Our kindergarten students have been learning about the special traditions of Ramadan and the joyful celebration of Eid al-Fitr. Through stories, discussions, and activities, students explored how families around the world observe this meaningful time with kindness, reflection, and community.
They learned that Ramadan is a month when many people focus on helping others, being grateful, and spending time with family. We also talked about how Eid al-Fitr is a celebration at the end of Ramadan, filled with festive meals, giving to those in need, and sharing happiness with loved ones.
Our young learners enjoyed discovering different cultures and traditions while practicing respect and curiosity about the world around them. 🌎💙











Each month, our dedicated staff nominates and votes for an exceptional colleague who truly shines. This February, the prestigious Golden Apple goes to Mrs. Noelle Capano!
With 11 years of heartfelt service to the Fairview Public School District and 9 of them spent at #3 School, Mrs. Capano has inspired countless students as a classroom teacher in grades 3 and 4, while also supporting them through our Extended Day Program. Her unwavering commitment, warm spirit, and endless willingness to help—whether guiding a colleague or uplifting a student—make her a true cornerstone of our school community.
Mrs. Capano’s positive energy and upbeat personality light up the classroom every day, keeping students motivated, engaged, and excited to learn. She doesn’t just teach lessons—she builds confidence, fosters joy, and makes a lasting difference in every life she touches.
Congratulations, Mrs. Capano! We are so grateful for your passion, dedication, and the incredible positive impact you bring to Number Three School and beyond. You truly deserve this honor!

Maria Romero is Our February "Golden Apple" Winner!!!
Maria works as an aide in Mrs. Shepherd's PreK classroom at Number Three School Annex. She comes to work with a ready smile, a sense of humor and a positive attitude each day. Maria is willing to do whatever she is asked to do and will go above and beyond the call of duty. She is nuturing and kind with the young students she works with. They just love her! She works well with her colleagues and will lend a helping hand in other areas of rhe school. Maria is irreplaceable!

Today for the start of our Read Across America Celebration, we were thrilled to welcome AJ Marcucci, goalkeeper for the New York Red Bulls, to our school! 📚⚽
AJ stepped out from between the posts to share his love of reading and talk soccer with our excited students. He read a story about teamwork, perseverance, and chasing your dreams—lessons he lives every day!
The kids had a blast asking questions about saves, MLS matches, and how reading helps athletes stay sharp. Huge thanks to AJ for making literacy fun and showing that heroes come in cleats AND with great books!
#ReadAcrossAmerica #NYRedBulls #SoccerAndReading #NumberThreeSchool #MLS #GoalkeeperGoals





Her teamwork, reliability, and genuine care for students embody the very best of our school community. Thank you for all that you do! Congratulations on your Well Deserved Recognition!!









Ms. Roxana runs Number Three School Annex's lunchroom with love and care for our students each and every day. She greets the students with her ready smile each morning at breakfast and serves lunch with a positive attitude as well. She has been an aide for the Fairview School District for a number of years and has worked her way into this more responsible position. Ms. Roxana is a team player and is always willing to go above and beyond the call of duty. She is irreplaceable!




Number Three School is so excited to announce January's Staff Member of the Month!
Each month, colleagues cast their votes to select an outstanding team member, who is then honored with our prestigious Golden Apple. This month's well-deserved recipient is Mrs. Victoria Tarabokija!
Mrs. Tarabokija has proudly served the Fairview Public School District for an impressive 29 years. Over the course of her impressive career as an educator, she has been a classroom teacher in grades 1 through 5, assisted small groups of students understanding basic skills, and she now shines as the district's dedicated Literacy Coach.
Vickie is always ready to lend a helping hand to her colleagues and students alike. Her infectious upbeat personality brings energy and enthusiasm to every interaction, keeping our students motivated, excited, and fully engaged in their learning.
Congratulations, Mrs. Tarabokija—we're so grateful for your dedication and the positive impact you make every single day! 🍎



