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ESM Junior-Senior High School

543 Moriches Middle Island Rd., Manorville, NY 11949

Phone: (631) 801-3250

Hours: 7:15 a.m. - 2:10 p.m.

Grades: 7 - 12

Principal: Salvatore Alaimo

Asst. Principal: Kari Von Voigt           

Asst. Principal: Daniel Franchese

Asst. Principal: Peter Caccavale         

Junior-Senior High School exterior building photo

 

Principal's Message

Welcome to Eastport-South Manor Junior-Senior High School! We are dedicated to graduating students of good character who are intellectually, physically, and socially prepared for their future. Our school offers a multitude of opportunities for students to take advantage of throughout their academic career to help each student reach their full potential. Students can take a rigorous course load of AP classes, obtain college credits through a variety of college partnerships, conduct research through our partnership with Brookhaven National Lab, explore interesting electives, or take advantage of career technical skills through our partnership with BOCES. The possibilities for students are endless with the goal being for students to find their path to the future.

ESM is more than academics; it's a place for students to meet new friends, discover new interests, and participate in events outside of the school day. We encourage students to join clubs, try out for teams, and meet new people to broaden their horizons. Becoming part of the ESM culture by supporting school teams and attending school events helps build lasting memories. These extra curricular opportunities can open doors and opportunities for our students as well.

This is all made possible because of the amazing faculty, staff, coaches, and advisers we have leading our young minds. Our team is ready to assist students in meeting the demands of their education and providing critical support in navigating an ever changing world. Collaboration is a cornerstone for future success, and communication between students, parents, families, teachers, and counselors is vital to meeting every student's individual needs. We believe that together we can provide a rewarding educational experience for every student and help them achieve their goals.

We are excited we can all take this journey together!

Salvatore Alaimo
Principal, ESM Jr. Sr. HS,
Eastport-South Manor CSD

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About Our School

The Eastport-South Manor Junior-Senior High School was built when two districts with a rich history (Eastport and Manorville) merged as one to become sharks. The Eastport-South Manor Jr-Sr High School opened its doors in 2003 for students within grades 7-12. The school continues to develop new traditions and seeks to provide all students with access to a rigorous academic foundation and the skills needed to be successful in the 21st Century. The school achieves this by providing unique opportunities for our student body in a collaborative and supportive environment. The dynamic classrooms foster communication, critical thinking, and creativity within a demanding curriculum. Students are provided access to college classes, work experience and other preparatory programs that will assist students for life after high school.

Our motto:
Building a better tomorrow by making a difference today!

Jr.-Sr. High School News

Meet ESM’s Ex-Officio Student Board Members

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The Board of Education has added two seats to the table during its monthly meetings. Jr.-Sr. High School juniors Sarah Benson and Payton Friede now serve as the district’s first ex-officio student members of the board of education for the 2025-2026 school year.

Board of Education President Jeffrey Goldhammer welcomed the students during the Aug. 27 meeting. “In this role, you join us in our shared commitment to supporting the students, families and community of our district,” Mr. Goldhammer said. “While this position is non-voting, your voice and perspective represent the heart of our mission, which is to educate, empower and inspire every learner.”

A New York State law effective July 1, 2025 requires school districts to appoint at least one non-voting student to their board of education to serve in an advisory capacity. The ex-officio student board member can participate in public meetings but are excluded from executive sessions. Sarah and Payton were selected by the board and superintendent of schools Joseph A. Steimel through an interview process.

Sarah is an Advanced Placement Scholar and a member of the National Honor Society and World Language and Tri-M honor societies. She is also a varsity athlete on the bowling and tennis team and is involved in the natural Helpers and robotics clubs. Off campus, Sarah volunteers with the Shirley Community Ambulance.

Payton is an AP Scholar with Honors and is also a varsity athlete on the girls volleyball team. Additionally, she is a member of the National Honor Society and the World Language Honor Society. With aspirations of becoming a doctor, Payton volunteers at Stony Brook University Hospital.

 

Paint Marks the Spot

Equipped with rollers, paint brushes, stencils and paint cans, Jr.-Sr. High School seniors arrived in the early morning hours to start painting their assigned parking spaces. thumbnail267498

Equipped with rollers, paint brushes, stencils and paint cans, Jr.-Sr. High School seniors arrived in the early morning hours to start painting their assigned parking spaces during the school’s annual Paint Day, held on Aug. 27. Some of the students were accompanied by peers, while others made the activity a family affair.Their designs provided a colorful tableau for the student parking lot during the 2025-2026 school year. 

Click here to view the Paint Marks the Spot slideshow.

 

Date Added: 8/27/2025  

Marching Band Prepared for New School Year

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The Jr.-Sr. High School marching band gave a sneak preview performance of their 2025-2026 school year show, held on the football field on Aug. 22. Parents gathered in the bleachers to listen to the student musicians’ rendition of songs by Green Day, a popular American rock band from California.

The performance, under the baton of drum major Bennett Lesselrod, followed an intense week of practice during the music department’s annual marching band camp in which the students learned the music and honed their choreographed marching skills. The marching band will showcase their music during the district’s Oct. 23 homecoming game and a culminating performance during the annual Newsday Marching Band Festival.

Click here to view the Marching Band Prepared for New School Year slideshow.

Date Added: 8/25/2025

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