Middle School Jazz Choir Performs the National Anthem

 

Sunrise Drive Science Fair

The students pictured above were recognized for representing Sunrise Drive with their Science Fair project at Brookhaven National Laboratories Elementary Science Fair in June.

Pictured are BOE Trustee Dr. James Bertsch, fifth-grader Paul Maimbourg, fourth-grader Dominick Padolecchia, third-grader Rory Jantzen, first-grader Lia Gallo, kindergartner John Jantzen, second-grader Ryan Fedelem, and Sunrise Drive Principal Dr. James Foy.

 

Sunrise Drive Eagle Scout

Student Dylan Colburn was recognized for completing his Eagle Scout project at Sunrise Drive Elementary School.

Pictured is BOE Trustee Dr. James Bertsch, student Dylan Colburn, and Sunrise Drive Principal Dr. James Foy. 

 

Suffolk Zone Physical Education Leadership Award

The students pictured above were recognized for receiving the 2024 Suffolk Zone Physical Education Leadership Award.

Pictured is BOE Vice President Ms. Kelly Sack, Cherry Avenue Principal Dr. Lisa Ihne, Palmer Breen, Jake Martin, Avery Martell, Griffin Lewis, Ryan Griffiths, Maggie Betzold, Sunrise Drive Principal Dr. James Foy, and Lincoln Avenue Principal Mr. Dominic Armano.

(Not available for photo; Angelina Beil)

 

Town of Islip Basketball Sharpshooter Participants

The students pictured above represented their respective elementary schools at the Town of Islip Basketball Sharpshooter Competition. Fifth-grader Avery Tracy of Sunrise Drive placed second in the competition. 

Pictured is BOE Vice President Ms. Kelly Sack, Cherry Avenue Principal Dr. Lisa Ihne, fifth-grader Avery Tracy, fifth-grader Anthony Babbino, fifth-grader John Kreuscher, fourth-grader Channing DeNigris, fifth-grader Palmer Breen, fourth-grader Kelson Kenny, fourth-grader Lily Rogers, fifth-grader Robinson Dalpiaz, fourth-grader Brayden Hahn, Lincoln Avenue Principal Mr. Dominic Armano, and Sunrise Drive Principal Dr. James Foy.

(Not available for photo; fourth-grader Jessica Devane, fourth-grader Camden Shivers, and fifth-grader Summer Grace)

 

Cherry Avenue Science Fair Winners

Congratulations to the students pictured above for being the Cherry Avenue Science Fair winners.

(Pictured is BOE President Mr. Thomas Cooley, third-grader Morrison Motta, fourth-grader Chase Hignell, fifth-grader, Lucas Foster, first-grader Harper Hudson, and Cherry Avenue Principal Dr. Lisa Ihne. 

(Not available for photo; second-grader Noah Stueve)

 

Lincoln Avenue Science Fair Winners

Congratulations to the students pictured above who won first place in their grade level at the Lincoln Avenue Science Fair and will be representing their school at the National Brookhaven Science Fair in June. 

Pictured is BOE Trustee Ms. Christine Sarni, fifth-grader John Whitehouse, third-grader Carly Cocchi, first-grader Drew Cocchi, kindergartner Theresa Plouffe, and Lincoln Avenue Principal Mr. Dominic Armano.

(Not available for photo; second-grader Collin Nelson and fourth-grader Joseph Frederick) 

 

Lincoln Avenue PTA Reflections Winners

Congratulations to the students pictured above for winning the PTA Reflections contest. Finley Wade won the PTA Reflections for Suffolk County in Intermediate Music Composition and won at the State Level. Olivia Donals won the PTA Reflections for Suffolk County in Intermediate Music Composition. Alexa Charles won the PTA Reflections for Suffolk County in Intermediate Photography and advanced to the New York State Level. Joseph Parisi and Lila Jones won the PTA Reflections for Suffolk County in Intermediate Literature. Keira Aarne won the PTA Reflections for Suffolk County in Intermediate Literature. Avery Moritt won the PTA Reflections for Suffolk County in Intermediate Literature and advanced to the New York State Level. Regan Britz won the PTA Reflections for Suffolk County in Primary Dance. Cody Rickert won the PTA Reflections for Suffolk County in Primary Music Composition and was chosen to advance to the New York State Level. Penelope-Rae Rasmussen won the PTA Reflections for Suffolk County in Primary Photography. Christopher Merlo and Blake Pintar won the PTA Reflections for Suffolk County in Primary Visual Arts. Hayden Britz won the PTA Reflections for Suffolk County in Intermediate Dance. 

 

Cherry Avenue Artists

 

Congratulations to Grayson Nyholm who had his work featured in the B.A.F.F.A. (Bay Area Friends of the Fine Arts) Art Show and Mia DePietto for her outstanding work on display throughout the district, including at the Sayville Library during the month of March. 

Pictured is BOE Trustee Christine Sarni, Grayson Nyholm, Mia DePietto, and Art Teacher Ms. Dianne Messing. 

 

Lincoln Avenue Artists

Congratulations to Lincoln Avenue students Penelope Brownstein and Carly Cocchi who were recognized for their outstanding artwork. Penelope was recognized for her outstanding use of pastel, paint, and collage to create artwork inspired by Vincent van Gogh's Starry Night. Carly Cocchi was recognized for her outstanding artistic skills across all media. 

Pictured are BOE Trustee Christine Sarni, Carly Cocchi, Penelope Brownstein, and Lincoln Avenue Art Teacher Mr. Richard Michaels. 

 

Sunrise Drive Artists

Congratulations to Sunrise Drive students Evelyn Bonilla and Colby Gavin who received citations for their excellence in art. Evelyn was recognized for receiving the Art Leadership Award and Colby was recognized for his excellence in the Art Room. 

Pictured are BOE Trustee Christine Sarni, Evelyn Bonilla, Colby Gavin, and Sunrise Drive Art Teacher Ms. Jeanette Ainslie.

 

Middle School Artists

Congratulations to Middle School students Katherine Sinacori, Kayla Berman, and Rylee Flynn who were recognized for spearheading a new mural club at the Middle School and have been hard at work on beautification projects at the Middle School. 

Pictured is Sunrise Drive Art Teacher Ms. Jeanette Ainslie, BOE Trustee Christine Sarni, High School Art Teacher Ms. Jen Berotti, Rylee Flynn, Kayla Berman, Katherine Sinacori, Cherry Avenueb Art Teacher Ms. Dianne Messing and Lincoln Avenue Art Teacher Mr. Richard Michaels.

 

High School Artist

Congratulations to high school student Sadie Nelson who was recognized for her service to the Sayville Community through the arts. 

Pictured are BOE Trustee Christine Sarni, Sadie Nelson, and High School Art Teacher Ms. Jen Berotti. 

 

Art Scholarship Winner

Congratulations to high school freshman Helena Pirozzi who was recognized for winning the Donald G. Horn, Jr. Scholarship Award in Long Island's Best: Young Artists at the Heckscher Museum 2024.

Pictured are BOE Trustee Christine Sarni, Helena Pirozzi, and High School Art Teacher Mr. Evan Hammer. 

 

Achievement Award Winner

Congratulations to high school senior Emma Dean-Stahl who was recognized for winning an Achievement Award in Feminist Art in Long Island's Best: Young Artists at the Heckscher Museum 2024. 

Pictured are BOE Trustee Christine Sarni, Emma Dean-Stahl, and High School Art Teacher Mr. Evan Hammer.

 

B.A.F.F.A. Scholarship Winner

Congratulations to high school student Morgan Carberry for representing Sayville at the B.A.F.F.A. (Bay Area Friends of the Fine Arts) Gallery. Morgan won the Women Sharing Art Scholarship for her body of work in photography. 

Pictured is BOE Trustee Christine Sarni, Morgan Carberry, and High School Art Teacher Mr. Evan Hammer.

 

Wrestling Honors

Congratulations to high school student Leo Mongiello who was recognized for earning 2nd Team All-Long Island Honors for wrestling. 

 

1,000 Points Scored in Basketball Career

High school student Richard Carmody was recognized for scoring 1,000 points in his basketball career.

 

Girls Winter Indoor Track and Field

Congratulations to members of the Girls Winter Indoor Track and Field Team who were recognized for their accomplishments during the season. Mullane Baumiller was recognized for being a National Qualifier in the 4 x Mile and Distance Medley Relay. Megan Lankowicz was recognized for being a National Qualifier in the 4 x Mile and Distance Medley Relay. Marianna Duffy was recognized for being a National Qualifier in the 4 x Mile and Distance Medley Relay. Olivia Gerena was recognized for being a National Qualifier in the Mile Race walk. Gianna Wallce was recognized for being a National Qualifier in the Middle School 60m Dash. Sophia Buffardi was recognized for being a National Qualifier in the Distance Medley Relay. Carly Strining was recognized for being a National Qualifier in the Distance Medley Relay. Carly Brady was recognized for being a National Qualifier in the 4 x Mile.

Pictured are Coach Thomas Duffy, Megan Lankowicz, Marianna Duffy, Carly Strining, Olivia Gerena, Gianna Wallace, and Director of Health, Physical Education, and Interscholastic Athletics Dr. Ryan Cox.

(Not available for photo; Sophia Buffardi, Carly Brady, and Mullane Baumiller.)