P.S. 216 Arturo Toscanini in Gravesend celebrated its centennial on June 4, featuring a grand assembly with approximately 200 attendees, including parents, alumni, and former principals. Students, dressed in period attire, participated in the celebration, which included a film presentation on the school's history and student reflections. Principal Donna Neglia emphasized the importance of educators and expressed a commitment to fostering lifelong learning. Superintendent Isabel DiMola reflected on her nostalgia for the school and the profound impact of teachers. The celebration also included a photo exhibit and classroom projects highlighting the school's past and future aspirations.
We remember that teachers and educators built this school from the ground up," Neglia said. "A hundred years ago, our school was planted and it grew like a seed. The students' dreams are proof that American education is alive. As we begin our second century, we at P.S. 216 will not only prepare for tests, but prepare for life."
Whenever I'm here, I get nostalgic," said DiMola. "I'm forever grateful to my teachers and I have fond memories of them. Their memories support me in my blueprint for what I want education to be for the children I'm responsible for.
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