Some teachers - and students - you never forget

It reads, almost, like a poem: "The only teacher that can climb a tree; the only teacher that can teach like no other teacher can; the only teacher who can let a student stay after school for fun ... the only ...

[JACK fUGELSANG]

Kathy,
You did not change over the 34 years. You were a treasure for me and our students in the Focus Program You played a special role in bringing success to a good number of students who would have been left by the roadside.You have done a lot of good in your life and knowing you, you will continue. God bless. Jack and Peg

[Regina]

Dear Kathleen Leahy,
Congratulations on your retirement .I had met you many years ago when my children attended Longwood. I had spoke to you about your Father He was the principal at Bicycle Path in Selden & You were in one or two of my classes. The apple does not fall far from the tree. He was a great man .He made school fun !! I remember he was in some of the school plays . What a talented man. All these years have passed & Only today I learn That my cousin Dennis had a connection to you . What a small world. I wish you all the best.
Regina Skidmore

[Ed OConnor]

Wow, I was just browsing the internet and came across the article in Newsday about your retirement. Congratulations! You deserve it. You were a tremendous impact on my life. You alway gave me a second chance even when I did not deserve it. Jack (I still get a kick out of calling him that) was right in saying what a treasure you were to the Focus program. I learned so much from your classes that stay with me till this day and not just educational but in life as well. I have never forgotten your support. You always carried yourself with class and grace. I just wanted to take this moment and say 'Thank You' for all you did for me. Good luck to you in the future. I will always have a warm place in my heart for you.