James H. Boyd Brings out the Polka Dots for International Dot Day

Members of James H. Boyd Intermediate School in the Elwood Union Free School District celebrated a journey of self-discovery by dressing in polka dot clothing and dot stickers.

The International Dot Day assembly, held on Thursday, Sept. 17, brought students and faculty together to celebrate the global initiative that aims to promote creativity, collaboration and courage among young learners.

The celebration, led by Principal Dr. Denise Toscano, was inspired by the children’s book “The Dot” written by Peter H. Reynolds.

The book shares the story of a girl who begins a journey of self-discovery and risk-taking after her teacher challenges her to “make your mark and see where it takes you.”

During the school-wide event:

• Students listened to an audio reading of “The Dot” on a projector screen and received words of advice from Dr. Toscano.
• Students and faculty harmonious sang and waved their arms to the song “I Believe I Can Fly” by R. Kelly.
• Students were dismissed to their classrooms where they continued the celebration by participating in International Dot Day themed lessons and activities.
• Students received a bracelet with the word “believe” to encourage them to remember the story and believe in themselves.

“Make your mark,” Toscano said. “You can all do it if you work really hard and know that we believe in you.”

Photo Caption: Students at James H. Boyd Intermediate School with Principal Dr. Denise Toscano showed off their polka dot clothing on International Dot Day.

Photo courtesy of the Elwood Union Free School District