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(opens in a new tab)Buckley Country Day School is an independent, coeducational day school providing a superior elementary education.
Enjoy these throwbacks of past Buckloweens! We can’t wait to see everyone in their costumes tomorrow! See a friend? Tag them!
Extended Day Session I is in full swing! Take a peek into our classrooms to see Buckley students and teachers getting creative and spreading kindness throughout the school.Ms. Susan and her students are turning everyday cupcakes into one-of-a-kind edible masterpieces! Today they put their personal touches on a spooky spider design for Halloween.Down the hall, Ms. Lane and her students are moving and grooving at their weekly dance party! They listen to a song and come up with fun choreography as a group to keep the good vibes going all afternoon.In our Pre-K classroom, Ms. Rebecca and her Buckley Bookworms dive into a story and then craft their own costumes and props to bring it to life. Today’s craft was a pumpkin, just in time for Halloween.And finally, our very own Sunshine Squad led by School Counselor Mrs. Horton paused for a pic in front of their Affirmation Station! This display in Buckley’s Lower School hallway encourages students to stay positive, and remind themselves of an affirmation when they need a pick-me-up. They were enthusiastically working on Halloween puzzles when I stopped by Mrs. Horton’s office.Get in on all the Extended Day action when Session II starts in January 2027!#BuckleyCountryDaySchool #LongIslandPrivateSchools #AfterSchoolEnrichment #IndependentSchoolLife #SocialEmotionalLearning
Our third grade scientists are seen testing objects to find out if they are conductors and insulators during our electricity unit. They made predictions and then tested to find out if they were right. They will apply their knowledge of conductors, insulators, and circuits when they design and build their own switches to turn a lightbulb on and off in shelters they create in Ms. Vera’s class.
Meet our panelists for tomorrows Open House:Mark ‘27, Adriano ‘28, Willie ‘28, Victoria ‘28, Emma ‘27, Gabrielle ‘27 Our students will speak about their Buckley experience and answer questions. It’s not too late to register to join us! buckleycountryday.com/admissions/how-to-apply/
What a weekend! Saturday brought chilly, overcast skies, while Sunday delivered beautiful sunshine and crisp fall air. Through it all, Buckley’s 53rd annual Fall Fair was a wonderful reminder that nothing outshines the spirit of our school community!Thanks to the generosity, enthusiasm, and hard work of our parents, faculty, staff, alumni, friends, and student volunteers, this year’s Fair was a tremendous success! More than anything, it was a weekend of fun, friendship, and the connections that make Buckley such a special place.A special thank-you to our Parent Association Presidents, Salvatrice Acquista and Eleni Mathioudakis Kaynak ‘99, for their leadership, dedication, and all they do to bring our school community together.Visit our Link in Bio to read the full story and enjoy photos from the Friday night Kickoff Party and a whole weekend of Fall Fair fun!#BuckleyCountryDaySchool #BuckleyFallFair #LongIslandPrivateSchool #LongIslandFamilies #NassauCountyParents
Buckley News
Buckley’s Fall Fair—A Sky-Scraping Success!
What a weekend! From Saturday’s chilly, overcast skies to Sunday’s beautiful sunshine and fresh fall air, Buckley’s 53rd annual Fall Fair was a reminder that nothing outshines the spirit of …
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at Buckley!
9 Octubre, 2026 El Mes de la Herencia Hispana se celebra del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre. Este año, para nuestra Asamblea del Mes de la Herencia …
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Bestselling Author Jen Calonita Inspires Buckley’s Young Writers
October 8, 2026 Buckley’s third graders enjoyed a special visit on Thursday from New York Times bestselling author Jen Calonita, who shared her journey as a writer, offered a …
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Upper School Takes on Club Getaway
September 23, 2026 Last week, Buckley’s Upper School traded classrooms for the woods of Kent, Connecticut, during an action-packed trip to Club Getaway! Seventh and eighth graders departed …
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BCDS Opening Assembly: Painting a Better Tomorrow!
September 10, 2026 On September 10, the Buckley community celebrated the official start of the 2026-27 school year with our Opening Assembly! Student Council Co-Presidents Artemios G. and Emma …
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Faculty and Staff Reunite to Begin the 2026–2027 School Year
September 2, 2026 Buckley’s faculty and staff returned to campus today, reconnecting with colleagues and preparing for the start of the 2026–2027 school year. Following a beautiful hot …
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From Prague to Venice: an unforgettable journey
A few days after graduation, on June 14, thirty-five seventh- and eighth-grade students, accompanied by Mrs. Chillianis, Mrs. Fortuna, Dr. Glennon, Mrs. Piedmont, Mrs. Rosenthal, and Head of School, Dr. …
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Commencement 2026
June 10, 2026 Families, faculty, and friends gathered under the white tent on the Roby Young Field, beaming with pride; the familiar opening chords of Pomp and Circumstance; everyone …
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BCDS Celebrates Spring Soirée Honoring Board Chair Chris Lee
April 25, 2026 On a rainy and chilly Saturday evening, Buckley’s Spring Soirée proved that not even the weather could dampen the spirit of this remarkable community. Guests arrived …
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Buckley Students Place in Long Island Science Fair
April 25, 2026 Buckley students brought curiosity, collaboration, and scientific thinking to the forefront at the 2nd Annual Dr. Audrey Hebling Invitational Science Fair hosted by Long Island Lutheran …
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