It was an afternoon of honor and respect for those who served during the Jr.-Sr. High School’s annual Veterans March and assembly.

Local veterans lined up behind the Jr.-Sr. High School marching band and paraded through from the building’s rotunda through the academic wing as students lined the hallways and cheered and clapped for the men and women who served, including social studies teacher Thomas Hayes and Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction Dr. John Christie.

During two assemblies, students also received the opportunity to hear from these heroes firsthand. During his opening remarks, student Brendan Fabian’s said, “Veterans remind us that freedom is not guaranteed. It is safeguarded by those who answer the call to defend it. Their stories, experiences, and sacrifices are the foundation of the liberties we enjoy each day.

After each veteran made their introductions, they answered questions about their motivations for joining the armed force and how the military has impacted their civilian careers. They also gave advice to those students looking for a career in the military.

Dr. Christie said his time in the military taught him lessons he’s taken with him throughout his life. “Who I am today is a direct impact from the lessons I learned in the military,” he said.

Click here to view the A Day of Honor and Respect: District Holds Veteran Tribute slideshow.

Show Dates:
November 21 and November 22 at 6:00 PM
JSHS Auditorium

Admission:
Cash at the door or purchase tickets online.
- Adult tickets: $10
- Senior citizen (62+) tickets: $8
- Student tickets: $8

Click this link to log on to purchase tickets.

About the Show:
When powerful newspaper publishers raise prices at the newsboys' expense, the charismatic Jack Kelly rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions. Together, the newsies learn that they are stronger united and create a movement to fight for what’s right.

Tuttle Avenue students participated in the democratic process and took to the polls on Nov. 5 to vote. The school’s voting booth was prominently located in the hallway and decorated with patriotic symbols and voting information.

Students first completed a voter registration card. Student ambassadors then explained to each class the voting process and that each individual will vote for a favorite special, which included physical education, ESM time, STEAM, social emotional learning, art and library. Students then entered the voting booth one-by-one to cast their vote and were given an “I Voted” sticker.

The results were not at all surprising. The students voted physical education as their favorite special, followed by art and STEAM.

Click here to view the Tuttle Avenue Casts a Vote slideshow.

 

Our District Social Workers are here to assist families in need at the Holidays. Please reach out to the social worker in any building for community outreach referrals.
 
JHS
Lori Franchi, LCSW 631-801-3282
Pamela Camacho, LMSW 631-801-3294
Alyssa Marinelli, LMSW 631-801-3275
 
DAS
Corey Briggs, LCSW 631-801-3111
 
EES
Nina Leonard, LCSW 631-801-3183
 
SSS
Helen Gardella, LMSW 631-801-3101

TAS
Alyson Heimann, LMSW 631-801-3072

 

Date Added: 11/7/2025

Jr.-Sr. High School students studying government and criminal justice recently had an insightful lesson about the court system thanks to a visit from New York State Supreme Court Justice Deanna Panico.  

Justice Panico, who was elected to serve in November 2024 and took the bench in Suffolk County this January, hears civil cases related to negligence and breach of contract cases.     

She explained what her job entails, but also spoke about the importance of studying the U.S. Constitution. “This document impacts our lives on a day to day basis, and it is important to know its history,” she said.  

Justice Panico also delved into the history of the Declaration of Independence, Continental Congress, Bill of Rights and the government’s checks and balances. 

The district would like to thank Justice Panico for taking time to discuss how these important historical documents affect the lives of citizens and the country’s legal processes 

 

Date Added: 11/6/2025