Hicksville Middle School Builds Community With Jenga Tournament

Hicksville Middle School recently wrapped up an exciting and community-building Jenga tournament that began in March and culminated in a high-energy finale on April 9. The event brought together students and staff in a spirited competition that promoted fun, friendly rivalry and schoolwide connection.

Each advisory class kicked things off by holding their own mini tournament to determine a representative to move on to the schoolwide competition. Students in grades six, seven and eight then competed in bracket-style tournaments with each grade ultimately crowning a Jenga champion.

The final matches were held in the school auditorium in front of a live audience of cheering classmates and staff, making for a thrilling conclusion to weeks of block-stacking battles. “The Jenga tournament was more than just a game—it was a fantastic way to bring our school community together,” said Hicksville Middle School Assistant Principal Jonathan Silkowitz, Ed.D. “It created moments of teamwork, laughter and connection across all grade levels and between students and staff.”

Hicksville Middle School continues to find creative ways to engage students beyond the classroom, and the Jenga tournament is just one example of how fun and community spirit go hand in hand in the school’s mission to create a positive learning environment.