Hispanic Heritage Month takes place from September 15 through October 15, 2025. As part of Gaynor’s celebration of this month, Gaynor Librarian Dionne De Lancy made a list of books that she recommends to our students and families. This list contains a range of genres and styles, appropriate for a wide variety of ages!
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Professionals in Education Open House, October 7, 2025
Stephen Gaynor School is hosting an Open House for Professionals in Education. During the visit, participants will have a chance to hear about our individualized curriculum, view classes in session, and meet our students and faculty. Refreshments will be served.
Five Questions with… Erika Bentsen
Beginning her career at Gaynor in 2011, Erika Bentsen was a Blue Cluster teacher for many years before making the switch to the Admissions department as Admissions Associate and Educational Evaluator in the 2024-25 school year. While to some that might seem like a big difference, to Erika it’s the best place she can be to showcase just how special Gaynor teachers are.
Celebrating the Class of 2025
After several events devoted to celebrating their accomplishments, members of the Class of 2025 are officially Gaynor alumni.
NYSAIS Approves Stephen Gaynor School Accreditation
On May 15, 2025, Stephen Gaynor School was recommended for accreditation by the NYSAIS Commission on Accreditation and approved by the NYSAIS Board of Trustees.
A Joyful Pride at June’s Breakfast My Way
On the sunny morning of June 4, parents gathered in the EC Garden to celebrate Pride at Breakfast My Way! This breakfast included members of Gaynor’s Blue Cluster and Green Cluster Rainbow Alliances speaking about what Pride means to them.
Balloons, Bubbles, and Bounce Houses: An Afternoon of Nonstop Fun at Gaynor’s Spring Carnival
On Sunday, May 18, over 600 members of the Gaynor community came together for a day filled with laughter, excitement, and joy at the annual Spring Carnival. Current students and their families mingled with incoming families and faculty and staff families, as all enjoyed a variety of fun activities.
Out for Delivery: a Letter from the Pink Cluster Post Office!
Thursday, May 15, marked the grand opening of the Pink Cluster Post Office! Taking place in the Yvette Siegel-Herzog Performing Arts Center (PAC), the Pink Cluster Post Office was full of visitors waiting their turn at different stations spread throughout the space, all with the goal of mailing letters to members of the Gaynor community.
Gaynor Students Amplify Their Voices at Dyslexia Advocacy Day in Albany
Stephen Gaynor School was honored to participate in the 10th Anniversary of Dyslexia Advocacy Day at the New York State Capitol in Albany on May 14, 2025. Among those who were Simone G., a Blue Cluster student, and Liora R., from the Silver Cluster, who represented Gaynor by sharing their personal journeys with dyslexia and how their experiences at Gaynor transformed their outlook on learning.
A Memorable Relatives and Special Friends Day!
On May 2, Stephen Gaynor School opened its doors to nearly 500 guests for its annual Relatives and Special Friends Day, a Gaynor tradition in which guests are welcomed into the school to witness Gaynor’s mission at work. From choral performances and an alumni panel, to a visit to the SMART Faire, visitors were in for a treat!