English
A Message from the English Department
Welcome to the POB English Department! We are thrilled to have you visit our digital home, where the power of language and literature comes to life. Whether you're exploring classic works of literature, enhancing your writing skills, or discovering new ways to express your ideas, our department is dedicated to helping you unlock your full potential in the English language.
With a diverse range of courses, programs, and engaging opportunities, we offer a comprehensive curriculum designed to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and a deep appreciation for the written word.
We invite you to explore all that our department has to offer and look forward to guiding you through an enriching journey in English education.
Mr. Jeffrey Yagaloff
Chairperson Grades 7-12
Phone: (516) 434-3185
Email:
- Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK Resources
- Mattlin and Plainview-Old Bethpage Middle School Resources
- Contests & Opportunities for Students
- National English Honor Society (NEHS)
Plainview-Old Bethpage JFK Resources
- 2026-2027 Department Members and Teaching Assignments
- Useful Links and Resources
- Summer 26 Mandatory and Optional Assignments & Reading Suggestions
2026-2027 Department Members and Teaching Assignments
- Ms. Jessica Berry
- 11 Advanced Placement Language & Composition, 12 Advanced Placement Literature & Composition, Literacy Lab 11, Radio Fundamentals, and College Radio Production
- Ms. Katelynn Brandow
- 11 Advanced Placement Language & Composition and English 9R ICT
- Ms. Colleen Cho
- 11 Advanced Placement Language & Composition and 12 Advanced Placement Literature & Composition
- Mr. Paul Coluccio
- English 11 Regents ENL, English 11 Honors, and 12 Advanced Placement Literature & Composition
- Ms. Jamie Feder
- English 10 Honors and 12 Advanced Placement Literature & Composition
- Ms. Marissa Fullam
- English 9 Honors and 10 Advanced Placement Capstone Seminar
- Ms. Sophia Goodrich
- English 9 Honors and English 10R ICT
- Ms. Shira Harwood
- English 9 Regents, English 9 Honors, and 12 Advanced Placement Literature & Composition
- Ms. Kimberly Kerensky
- 10 Advanced Placement Capstone Seminar and English 11R ICT
- Ms. Misha Khan
- English 9 Honors and Literacy Lab 10
- Ms. Kimberly Longboat
- English 9 Regents and Literacy Lab 9
- Mr. Stewart McCloud
- English 9 Regents, English 9 Honors, and English 10 Regents
- Ms. Lauren Rollens
- English 12, English 12 ENL, College Contemporary Literature, Writing for College I, Literature of the Supernatural, and Creative Writing
- Ms. Donna Scully
- 10 Advanced Placement Capstone Seminar, 12 Advanced Placement Capstone Research, Public Speaking for Beginners, and Advanced Speech and Debate
- Ms. Lina Seaton
- 11 Advanced Placement Language & Composition, Writing for College I, and Public Speaking for Beginners
- Mr. Jeffrey Yagaloff
- 10 Advanced Placement Capstone Seminar
Useful Links and Resources
- Updated Fall 2026 Personal Narrative College Essay Guide:
- Level it Books:
- http://levelitbooks.com/
- The application (one that can be installed on all devices) gives you the ability to scan a book's ISBN # to view the Lexile, Guided Reading, Grade Level Equivalent, and/or DRA levels for the book.
- http://levelitbooks.com/
- Links to eLibraries:
- Community Library:
- University Libraries:
- Government Libraries:
- Curricular Resources:
Summer 26 Mandatory and Optional Assignments & Reading Suggestions
- Mandatory: English 10 AP Capstone Seminar
- Optional: AP Language & Composition (Grade 11)
- Optional: AP Literature & Composition (Grade 12)
- Optional: General Summer Reading Suggestions
- Optional: Summer 2026 Reading Comprehension / Multiple-Choice Modules
- We have created a number of modules for students to continue to develop their reading comprehension skills when reading works of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. To that end, please use the following weekly resources designed to give students immediate feedback:
Incoming Grade 9:
- Week 1
- Week 2
- Week 3
- Week 4
- Week 5
- Week 6
- Week 7
- Week 8
Incoming Grade 10:
- Week 1
- Week 2
- Week 3
- Week 4
- Week 5
- Week 6
- Week 7
- Week 8
Incoming Grade 11:
- Week 1
- Week 2
- Week 3
- Week 4
- Week 5
- Week 6
- Week 7
- Week 8
Mattlin and Plainview-Old Bethpage Middle School Resources
- 2026-2027 Department Members and Teaching Assignments
- Useful Links and Resources
- Summer Reading 2026
2026-2027 Department Members and Teaching Assignments
- Mattlin:
- Ms. Griffin Beck (English 8)
- Ms. Michelle Mifsud (English 7, English 8, Writing AIS 7, and Writing AIS 8)
- Ms. Caroline Migliaro (English 7)
- POBMS:
- Ms. Lauren Infranca (English 8 and English 8 ICT)
- Ms. Misha Khan (English 7, English 7 ICT, and Writing AIS 7/8)
- Mr. Michael Loicano (English 8 and English 8 ENL)
- Ms. Kimberly Longboat (English 7)
- Mr. Joshua Stone (English 7 and English 7 ENL)
Useful Links and Resources
- Common Sense Media's website has a number of links to writing applications and websites:
- Access Website Here
- According to their site, "These apps and websites cover several of the skills that kids need to become strong writers. Whether you have a preschooler just learning to form letters or an older kid who's learning the finer points of constructing stories and self-expression through writing, you'll find excellent learning tools on our list."
- Here's a link to Level it Books, a really useful application that can be installed on to iPhones, iPads, and iPod touches:
- Access Website here
- The application gives you the ability to scan a book's ISBN # to view the Lexile, Guided Reading, Grade Level Equivalent, and/or DRA levels for the book.
- Links to eLibraries
- Community Library
- Government Libraries
Summer Reading 2026
Summer Reading 2026:
- For Incoming Grade 7 Students:
- For Incoming Grade 8 Students:
- Check out the website created by POB's library media specialists:
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Optional Summer Reading Comprehension / Multiple-Choice Modules:
We have created a number of modules for students to continue to develop their reading comprehension skills when reading works of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. To that end, please use the following weekly resources designed to give you immediate feedback:
Incoming Grade 7
- Week 1
- Week 2
- Week 3
- Week 4
- Week 5
- Week 6
- Week 7
- Week 8
Incoming Grade 8
- Week 1
- Week 2
- Week 3
- Week 4
- Week 5
- Week 6
- Week 7
- Week 8
Contests & Opportunities for Students
Contests and Opportunities for English Language Arts Students in Grades 7 to 12
As contests and opportunities are presented, they will be listed based on the due date for submission (later dates on top).
THE MID-ISLAND Y 26-27 POETRY SERIES
- One Sunday each month from 2:00 to 4:00 PM with a $3 donation charge
- For more information, please contact Alana Rosenstein at (516) 822-3535 ext. 385 or AROSENSTEIN@MIYJCC.ORG
- Featured readers and open mic opportunities:
- October 11, 2026 GREGORY CIOFFI
- November 8, 2026 GEORGE NORTHRUP
- December 13, 2026 JUDITH LEE HERBERT
- January 10, 2027 JILL DRUM
- February 7, 2027 DOREEN SPUNGIN
- March 7, 2027 IRIS LEVIN
- April 11, 2027 GAYL TELLER
- May 16, 2027 ROBERTA MCQUEEN
National English Honor Society (NEHS)
National English Honor Society
National English Honor Society is a national organization that rewards excellence of achievement in language, literature, writing, and media arts. This chapter, formed in 2021, provides students with an outlet and creative forum for sharing ideas through their work while also interacting with their school community and the POB community at large.
NEHS Executive Board 2026/2027:
- Mia Fins (President)
- Drew Stenzler (Vice President)
- Notiya Gore (Vice President / Community Service)
- Savina Alagna (Vice President / Fundraising)
- Lily Kettner (PR Secretary)
- Jayden Chong (Recording Secretary)
- Arman Choudhury (Treasurer)
- Shayne Jones (Historian)
Important Dates for 2026/2027:
- TBD
Interested in joining for the 2026/2027 school year?
- Admission to NEHS is open to juniors and seniors who, at minimum, have final course averages that meet the following academic requirements from their past two English classes:
- AP Course: 90
- Honors Course: 92
- Regents Course: 93
- The application process will consist of the following steps:
- Phase I (May/June 2026)
- Students must:
- Complete a Google Form survey indicating their interest.
- Obtain two teachers' recommendations (one must be from an English teacher)
- Students must:
- Phase II (September 2026)
- Students must complete a virtual writing sample
- More information regarding this portion of the application process will be provided to eligible students after Phase I.
- Phase I (May/June 2026)
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact: