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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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.
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.
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.
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!
Five Questions with… Dr. Lauren Levenson
As the Coordinator of Psychological Services, you may recognize Dr. Lauren Levenson from her parent talks at Gaynor, or her one-on-one work with students. But you may not have known that, aside from helping students navigate the minefield that is elementary school, Dr. Levenson’s biggest passion project at Gaynor is the social and emotional learning curriculum implemented throughout the school. As part of our “Five Questions With…” series, we sat down with Dr. Levenson to learn more about her work at Gaynor as a psychology specialist, and what her journey at Gaynor has meant to her.
Culture in Motion with Dr. Drum
On February 20, members of the Gaynor community were invited to a special presentation, Cultura in Movimiento (Culture in Motion) with Jose Ortiz, also known as Dr. Drum. Presented by the BIPOC Family Affinity Group, this event celebrated Black History and Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Months by teaching the Gaynor community about the Puerto Rican music style “bomba,” and its African cultural roots.
“G” is for Gaynor Pride at February’s Breakfast My Way
On February 12, the Gaynor community celebrated the first Breakfast My Way of 2025 with the theme of Gaynor Pride!
The Joys of Southern Hospitality at December’s Breakfast My Way
The second Breakfast My Way of the year was held on December 18, and this time, the Gaynor community celebrated Southern cuisine!
Creating Warm Memories during Winter Concerts
The Winter Concerts were held on December 11 and 12, 2024. The Pink through Silver Clusters sang and performed skits centered around the theme of community.