Ms. O'Neill

A bit about Ms. O’Neill:

Hi! My name is Kelly O'Neill, and I’m so excited to be joining Bardonia Elementary as a first grade teacher! This will be my first year teaching first grade, and I’m thrilled to begin my journey here.

I graduated from the University at Buffalo in 2024 with two bachelor’s degrees; one in Psychology and one in Health and Human Services, both with concentrations in Child and Family Studies. I continued at UB and earned my Master’s in Early Childhood and Childhood Education in 2025.

I have 2 cats named Willow and Stellaluna (yes after the book). A fun fact about me is that I grew up as a competitive Irish dancer, which helped me connect with the community and get to know Rockland County so well! I’m looking forward to an exciting year full of learning, growth, and fun!

Some of my favorites:

Favorite Color: Lavender

Favorite Food: Hibachi

Favorite Snack: Ice Cream

Favorite Drink: Starbucks coffee

Favorite Animal: Cat

Favorite Place: Ireland

Favorite Book: Pete the Cat and Junie B. Jones

Favorite Thing To Do: Spend time with friends, family, and of course my cats

CLASS SCHEDULE

Ms. O'Neill

8:25 – 8:45 Arrival

8:45 – 9:15 Phonics

9:15 - 10:15 Math

10:15 - 10:45 Recess

10:45 – 11:30 Read Aloud / Lunch

11:30 - 12:00 Reading

12:00 - 12:30 Content

12:30 - 1:30 WIN / Intervention & Enrichment

1:15 - 1:30 Snack

1:30 – 2:15 Special *See schedule provided

2:20 - 2:55 Writing

2:55 – 3:10 Pack Up / Dismissal

SPANISH: 2-3x/month (ONCE EVERY 6 DAYS)

CYCLE / SPECIAL SCHEDULE: 1:30 - 2:15

Cycle Day 1 - Gym

Cycle Day 2 - Library / Enrichment

Cycle Day 3 - Gym

Cycle Day 4 - Art

Cycle Day 5 - Gym

Cycle Day 6 - Music

Library – please read book throughout the week and return it on library day

Gym – wear sneakers, comfortable clothes, and no jewelry

Art – wear old clothes (even though smocks may be used)

You can always reach out to me via email at:

koneill@ccsd.edu