Earlier this year, fifth grade students within the Bethpage Union Free School District were encouraged to use their creativity and design posters depicting different ways people can conserve water. The contest serves as an engaging activity that teaches students the importance of protecting and preserving Long Island’s sole-source aquifer. On June 11, 2024, the Bethpage Water District held a special ceremony at the Bethpage Public Library to recognize all the winners from this year’s contest.
“Water is our most precious natural resource,” stated Bethpage Water District Commissioner Teri Catapano Black. “It is critical that young children learn about water conservation, protecting our aquifer and all that goes into providing high-quality drinking water to their homes. This is why this poster contest and our ongoing partnership with the Bethpage School District, which also includes a tour of our facilities, is so important. We were inspired by of all the students that participated.”
Congratulations to the 2024 Water Conservation Poster Contest Winners:
Click each student's name below to view their entry, or click the "View Gallery" button at the bottom of the page to see all the winning entries.
Central Boulevard Elementary School
Charles Campagne Elementary School
Kramer Lane Elementary School
Bethpage Water District Board of Commissioners judged and selected the poster contest finalists based on creativity, design and the overall water conservation message. First, second, and third place winners from each of the three elementary schools were selected and they each received a trophy and personalized certificate.
As part of the Water District and School District partnership, fifth grade students took a behind the scenes tour of the Bethpage Water District’s state-of-the-art drinking water production facility. Students witnessed firsthand how the water treatment process works, where water comes from, and how to conserve water.
“This is more than just a tour for the students,” said Lorraine Marcis, Science Enrichment Director, Bethpage School District. “This is an integral part of our science curriculum. During these visits, students gain a deeper understanding of the environmental processes of how the clean water they consume every day is delivered to their homes and schools.”