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Amagansett School’s first grade class launched a new initiative called “Kindness Counts,” designed to show how even the smallest acts of kindness can make a big difference. As part of the initiative, to coincide with Adopt A Shelter Dog Month, the students each chose a dog from the Animal Rescue Fund (ARF) to feature in a persuasive adoption ad and creative poster. Their efforts extended beyond the classroom with a Walk-A-Thon, where they raised awareness and collected donations of leashes, blankets, toys, and dog food. The project concluded with a special visit to ARF, where the first graders proudly hand-delivered their posters and donations. COURTESY AMAGANSETT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Amagansett School's teachers got into the Halloween spirit and dressed as Where’s Waldo. COURTESY AMAGANSETT SCHOOL DISTRICT
Liz Dobbs has joined the Eleanor Whitmore Early Childhood Center, bringing with her an accomplished career in food and a passion for feeding young people. Formerly she was head chef at Ross School, where she started as a line chef, later worked as a manager and culinary teacher, before becoming head chef in 2007. Over her 25 years at Ross, Dobbs created menus with a focus on fresh, regional and organic ingredients.
When it comes to feeding kids, her philosophy is “open palates, open minds.” Whether serving toddlers or teens, she says, “It’s important to offer variety. Children can be more open to trying new foods when their peers are trying them too.”
Before moving out east, Dobbs spent many years in the New York City food world. While in college, she worked for her uncle, who ran a catering business out of his apartment. “I fell in love with cooking right away, said Dobbs. “I liked the immediacy, being hands-on and creative.” That passion led her to the New York Restaurant School, where she later assisted and taught. She went on to work in several popular NYC restaurants and even opened the city’s first burrito spot, Bennie’s Burritos.
Staff Writer on Nov 11, 2025