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Lindsey Astle

Title: Music Teacher
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School: 203-341-1865
Mobile: 203-341-1794

Katherine Kozinski

Title: Orchestra Teacher
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School: 203-341-1869

Amy Laurino

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School: 203-341-1898

Danielle Merlis

Title: Teacher
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General Music Classes

Statement of purpose:Music education should provide the opportunity for students to perform, create, and respond to music.Through singing, playing instruments, moving to and creating music, the students will acquire musical skills and knowledge. Learning to read and notate music allows students to explore music independently and with others. The study of music develops self-awareness through aesthetic experiences. It develops an appreciation for the students’ own history and cultural heritage and that of the global society.

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Band, Chorus, Orchestra

String Orchestra instruments and Chorus instruction and ensembles begin in the 4th grade, and Band instruments and ensembles are available beginning in the 5th grade. Group lessons are included as part of the instrumental music program. Nearly 100% of Westport's 4th and 5th graders participate in the Orchestras and Bands, a tradition of which Westport is most proud. These 4th and 5th graders, as well as the provided pre-K-5 classroom general music program, are the foundation for the exceptional Bands, Orchestras, and Choruses to be found Westport's middle schools and at Staples High School.

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As an end of year celebration in Spanish class, Kings Highway School 5th graders had the opportunity to try authentic dishes from Spain. They learned about the dishes in class including the ingredients and the recipes to make them. Then, they had the opportunity to make a dish at home and bring it in to share with their classmates. They discovered new foods they had never tried and, of course, everyone loved the churros! Felicitaciones to all of the 5th graders on their moving up to middle school! ¡Adios!

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Kings Highway School students were recently recognized for their talent in the 2025 Area 9 Cable Council Access Awareness Awards! This year, KHS students stood out in the Elementary School General Interest Story category. First place was awarded to Conor Sullivan and Avish Punia for “Cheetah Vision Special Edition: St. Patrick's Day.” Second place went to Hazel Eliot and Sydney Hollander for “Cheetah Vision Special Report: Passover.” Congratulations to these students!

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