In on the yolk

Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights serve up songs ranging from folk to punk, making a really “Good Egg.” In her latest album, Leeds bares her Big Apple pride, imagining a Dino on the Upper West Side and gently needling the uber cool kids from her Williamsburg nabe in “Hipster in the Making”: “I ride my bike in my skinny jeans / that I bought at the thrift shop off Bedford you see.”

Speaking of the clothes making the man, er, boy, as Halloween approaches, in Leeds’s “Confusing Costume”; she sings about a penchant for sporting homemade disguises, despite bristling over the question: “Who are you supposed to be?”

And the delightfully geeky Leeds joins with the Pop Ups’s Jacob Stein in a tuneful discussion of idioms in “The World is Your Oyster” where she cheerfully egg-sploits every yolk, er, joke.”

“Good Egg” CD by Joanie Leeds and the Nightlights, $15, www.joani‌eleed‌s.com.

George Jackson Academy

GJA fosters a love for learning, instills resilience, and encourages curiosity, making it an ideal environment for boys to thrive academically and personally.&nbsp; GJA&rsquo;s comprehensive curriculum includes not only the sciences, humanities, math, and Spanish, but also classes that expand students&rsquo; horizons, such as Fencing, Muay Thai, and Percussion. Their strong emphasis on social-emotional programming provides students with the necessary tools and resources to navigate challenges and maintain a positive outlook. With small class sizes and individualized attention, students feel valued and supported. GJA&rsquo;s is a close-knit community and fosters a sense of brotherhood that lasts a lifetime. High School placement is an integral part of GJA&rsquo;s program. The process begins in seventh grade with initial school visits, test prep, mock interviews, and a preview of the high school admissions process. The guidance and support provided by the Director of High School Placement and the dedicated faculty ensure that each student finds the right match school. Graduates attend elite day and boarding schools and top parochial and selective public schools throughout the tri-state area. GJA accepts applications for grades 6 and 7. Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.gjacademy.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.gjacademy.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1701530891494000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2zFixhCUc3DIQ2kr2RSBX1">www.gjacademy.org</a> to apply by December 9.

Buckley Country Day School

Founded in 1923, Buckley Country Day School is a co-educational independent day school serving 350 children in grades Toddler through Eight. We focus on developing a rigorous curriculum and teaching evolving skills required for the students&rsquo; future, while remaining committed to a liberal arts, classical education dedicated to nurturing the &ldquo;whole child.&rdquo;

The Vincent Smith School

Vincent Smith School is a non-profit, coed, independent school for grades 1-12 that serves students from Nassau, Suffolk, and NYC since 1924. The school is most known for its small classes, supportive staff, and individualized programs for students with learning differences such as Dyslexia/Dyscalculia/Dysgraphia, as well as school anxiety, school reluctance, or ADHD.&nbsp; We emphasize academic, college-prep success through differentiated instruction and on-site services as needed for reading, speech, or OT in dedicated classrooms. VSS offers rolling admissions throughout the year at our scenic Port Washington campus. &nbsp;