As they say, don’t judge a book by its cover. John Jay Middle School Library can help with that. The first things students see as they enter the library are shelves of books completely wrapped in blue, purple or orange paper. Look closely: there are also a few clues on each package, like: Sci-Fi | Escaping a Doomed Earth | Space Travel | Suspense.

Welcome to Blind Date with a Book! It’s one of many engaging ways that Library Media Specialist Jenn Useted and Library Clerk Susan O'Malley promote reading—and encourage students to read more widely. MORE

“It concerns both of us how everybody is aware of the earth’s condition, but no one is really trying to act or raise awareness of the consequences ahead,” said Mei-Mei, looking steadily at the completely booked workshop of educators.

“We want to find ways to bring awareness of our earth into our schools,” said co-presenter Avery. “Our ideas focus on younger grades because we ourselves are younger.”

The two poised fifth graders were among the 12 students who led a panel discussion on sustainability for teachers and administrators from all schools and levels at the district’s recent Superintendent’s Conference Day. MORE

Chris Marchini kicked out of the start and, leaning hard, cut down the south face of Hunter Mountain, slicing through the gates of the giant slalom. It was his second run in Sectionals. He knew it was a good one, but only at the bottom did he learn that he’d shaved 1.17 seconds off his time--enough that he qualified for States, along with teammates Rosie Binette (North Salem), James Bysshe and Luke Spieler.

In a season marked by a lack of snow and a lot of ice, John Jay/North Salem skiers have been consistently strong. What’s their edge? Commitment, on and off the slopes. MORE

John Jay High School is extremely proud to announce that Joseph Klettner and Michael O’Donnell are National Merit Scholar Finalists!

"Congratulations to these two outstanding students!" said Principal Steven Siciliano. "Their accomplishments are a testament to the high personal standards they have set for themselves and the commitment and perseverance necessary to achieve this level of distinction."

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