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Merrick School District

Beginnings of a Bright Future

April 22, 2026

Chatterton First Graders Inspire Young Readers in Literacy Celebration

First grade authors from Mrs. Maloney and Mrs. Zaita’s classes at Chatterton celebrated their topic books by reading them aloud to their kindergarten buddies in Ms. Kalos and Dr. Green’s classes. 

It was an activity that included sharing stories, building confidence, and celebrating a love of literacy and writing across grade levels. 

Students smiling while reading books.   Students smiling while reading books.   Two young students look at papers at a desk in a classroom.   Three young students collaborate on a worksheet at a desk in a classroom.   Children gather around a desk, looking at artwork in a classroom setting.