Wenonah Elementary School

251 Hudson Ave
Lake Grove, NY 11755
Principal: Thomas J. Desmond, Ed.D.
Principal's Aide: Deena Kay
Secretaries: Mrs. McCusker & Mrs. Beisel
Nurse: Mrs. O'Connor
Phone: (631) 471-1880
School Hours: 8:50 am - 3:20 pm
Elementary Half Day Hours: 8:50 am - 12:00 pm

Sachem Transportation: (631) 471-1380
S.C.O.P.E. (Before/After Care): (631) 360-0800

Please note that in the case of a 2-hour delayed opening, students should be at bus stops 2 hours from their regular pick up time and students will be able to enter the building at 10:50 a.m. Instruction will begin at 11:00 a.m.

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Wenonah is a Great Place to Learn:

Wenonah is one of ten elementary schools that help comprise the Sachem Central School District located on Long Island, New York. Wenonah was built in 1967 and serves the Lake Grove, Lake Ronkonkoma, and Nesconset Communities. Please feel free to browse our pages to learn more about our exciting school.

Sachem School District's Mission:

The mission of the Sachem School community is to graduate students who will be motivated, respectful, life-long learners, well prepared to succeed and contribute to their society.

A competent, enthusiastic staff, in cooperation with parents and community members, will provide a challenging, comprehensive, relevant curriculum in a safe, nurturing environment.

Wenonah's Mission Statement:

To provide a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate curriculum to diverse learners in our school community. To provide instruction under guidance of an informed, caring, enthusiastic community. Support the academic, social, emotional, and physical needs of all students in a safe, secure, and welcoming environment.

In the News

Sachem Students Celebrate ‘Old Glory’

Wenonah Elementary School third graders put on a patriotic performance for Flag Day on June 14. Students paraded into the cafeteria with American flags in hand as they were welcomed by their families. Classes took turns stepping on stage to share the history of the flag, the meaning behind the Pledge of Allegiance and the rules of properly displaying the flag.

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Date Added: 6/18/2024

Community Spirit Blossoms at Wenonah Garden

In a heartwarming display of community spirit, fifth grade students from Wenonah Elementary School and their parents came together to plant flowers in the school's community garden. This collaborative effort not only brightened the garden with vibrant blooms but also strengthened the bonds between families and the school.

The students learned valuable lessons about teamwork, responsibility and the environment, while parents enjoyed quality time with their children. The community garden now stands as a testament to the power of unity and the beauty of working together toward a common goal. Wenonah students and teachers will add vegetables to the garden in hopes of harvesting throughout the summer.

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Date Added: 6/11/2024

Wenonah Day with the LI Ducks

Wenonah Elementary School musicians gave it their all on June 2, coming together for a day filled with baseball, music and family fun as they celebrated Wenonah Day with the Long Island Ducks. The talented fifth grade band rocked the crowd with a pre-game concert in front of the visiting team's dugout. This memorable event, organized by the PTA, was not just a fundraiser, but a joyous way to celebrate the end of the school year.

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Date Added: 6/7/2024