“This is the best kept secret in Bayside!” is a common phrase among parent’s new to this pre-k to 8th grade school. Among the reasons for saying that are the following: Pre-Kindergarten classes teach social and Kindergarten readiness skills. The 4th grade state test results are fantastic! Eighth graders can graduate with three credits for high school courses. Additionally provided is a plethora of afterschool activities to keep students involved. Some of them are dance, art, sports, chess and computers. LSF&B understands parent’s busy schedules and they provide an afterschool care program until 6pm. Here students receive homework help, a light snack and lots of opportunity to practice their social skills. Facilities include a full gymnasium, an outdoor playground, a computer lab and all the classrooms are air-conditioned for those hot and humid days. This year’s additional new and exciting programs available include an Early Childhood Summer Camp, Spanish as a Second Language (k-8th grade), ESL classes, a Guidance Counselor and a revamped Web site with homework available online. The active Parents’ Association helps keep students involved and excited by providing various assemblies and activities. The P.A. provides parents with a voice and an opportunity to be actively involved in their child’s education. LSF&B is a conservative Christian school with children from many denominations. The student body is truly multicultural. These offerings combined with the fully qualified and experienced teaching staff exemplify the school motto, “Big enough to challenge, small enough to care.” For further information or for Open House dates, visit www.lsfb.org or call (718)225-5502. Open House on May 10 and June 14— second Saturday of each month. Enrolling for summer and fall 2008 call for more info.