John J. Daly Elementary School Of Port Washington Crafts Time Capsule

PORT WASHINGTON, NY — Students of John J. Daly Elementary School on Friday sealed items in a time capsule that will not be opened until 50 years from now, the Port Washington School District announced.

The time capsule was inserted in the wall of the new wing of their school. The capsule is filled with items that represent the students' experiences and interests in 2023. It will stay there until the 2070s.

Students from each grade level contributed drawings, letters, photographs, and other mementos that capture the spirit of Daly Elementary School to the time capsule.

"We are thrilled to be commemorating this addition with a time capsule today," said Lucia Laguarda, principal of John J. Daly Elementary School, in a news release. "This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to leave a lasting legacy for future generations to enjoy."

Students, teachers, district administration, and members of the Board of Education attended the ceremony.

Fifth-grade students in Tyler Mason’s chorus sang the National Anthem and "What a Wonderful World." After a brief presentation by two pre-K students who contributed to the time capsule, the capsule was placed into the spot it will remain for five decades.

"John J. Daly Elementary School is proud to have a new wing that will provide students with state-of-the-art facilities for years to come," the school district wrote. "The new wing at Daly Elementary School is scheduled to open in the 2023-2024 school year."