Under the direction of Toni Borkowski and producer Adriana Aracri, Jr.-Sr. High School thespians delivered powerful performances of “The Crucible,” held in the high school auditorium on Nov. 8-10. Based on Arthur Miller’s Tony Award-winning play, the school production paralleled the sense of doom, tension and intrigue of the time in which the play was written (1953) and accurately portrayed the tragedy of the Salem Witch Trials of Salem, Massachusetts in the late 1600s. 

Mrs. Borkowski, who researched the sites related to the trials, congratulated the actors for their dedicated countless hours of their lives to bring this story to life. “Having the opportunity to explore these stories and history through Miller’s lens has been an exciting and enriching experience for all,” she said. 

The district congratulates cast members: Kevin Ackerman, Keira Albanese, Sophie Barnes, Coleman Blackler, John Costanza, Pamela Crenshaw, Noah DaSilva, Gianna Fazzolari, 

Chelsea Gallagher, Emma Gallagher, Jack Gallagher, Douglas Grimmett, Samantha Hayes, Aaron Isaacson, Bennett Leselrod, Kailyn Marra, Steven Noethiger, Logan Penkower, Damian Schmidt, Bella Tesoro and Abigail White. 

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Date Added: 11/15/2024

The Junior-Senior High School National Honor Society inducted 81 new members during a traditional candlelight ceremony, held in the auditorium on Oct. 12.

After Kailyn Marra sang the national anthem, Principal Salvatore Alaimo described the inductees as “future leaders whose membership is a responsibility,” while Society Co-President Camryn Warsaw explained, “Leadership is about inspiring others and wanting to make a difference.”

Officers Camdyn Glover and Camryn Warsaw (co-presidents), Gianna Fazzolari (vice president), John Costanza (secretary) andCharlotte Rozycki (treasurer) then lit a corresponding candle as they each described the tenets of the society: leadership, character, service and scholarship.

Each of the new inductees then lined the auditorium’s perimeter with lit candles as they recited the honor society pledge, and then walked across the stage to receive their certificates, marking their membership in the National Honor Society. The officers then presented Eastport-South Manor Jr.-Sr. High School social studies teacher Christopher Costanzo with an honorary membership into the society for being instrumental in the success of the inductees and other members and for truly embodying the ideals of the Society.

Date Added: 10/22/2024

The District recognized students from South Street School and the Jr.-Sr. High School during the Oct. 9 board of education meeting. 

The Jr.-Sr. High School Honors Concert Choir opened the meeting by performing the national anthem, under the baton of student-musician Emma Gallagher. Additionally, South Street School students in Brielle Colello’s class led the community in the Pledge of Allegiance. 

During the recognition period of the meeting, Jr.-Sr. High School senior Amanda Seligman was then recognized for being named a National Commended Student in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program. French horn player Aaron Isaacson, alto singer Emma Gallagher and double bass player John Schroeder were also congratulated on being selected to participate in the New York State School Music Association All-State Winter Conference, to be held in Rochester on Dec. 5.  

Lastly, Jr.-Sr. High School ambassadors Ashley Andresen, Kaitlin Andresen and Isabelle Grucci-Petersen informed the trustees, administration and community on happenings and achievements around the district.    

Superintendent of Schools Joseph A. Steimel congratulated the students on their achievements and thanked each of them for taking time in their schedules to attend the board of education meeting.  

Date Added: 10/10/2024

The District is proud to announce that three top student-musicians were selected to participate in the New York State School Music Association All-State Winter Conference Honors Ensembles, to be held in Rochester on Dec. 5-8.

Aaron Isaacson (French horn) was selected for the Symphonic Band on French Horn and Emma Gallagher (alto I) was selected into the Mixed Chorus. Double bass player John Schroeder had the rare distinction of being selected to perform in two NYSSMA All-State ensembles. John elected to participate with the Instrumental Jazz Ensemble over the String Orchestra.

Each year, more than 6,800 New York State students auditioned for spots in the All-State Honors Ensembles, the Eastport-South Manor music department is incredibly proud of these musicians and their accomplishments and extends best wishes for success at the NYSSMA All-State Winter Conference.

Date Added: 10/9/2024

The District is proud to announce that Jr.-Sr. High School senior Amanda Seligman has been named a Commended Student in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program.

About 34,000 Commended Students throughout the nation, like Amanda, are being recognized for exceptional academic promise. Although Amanda will not continue in the competition for National Merit Scholarship awards, she still holds the distinction of being among the top 50,000 students who entered the 2025 competition by taking the 2023 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.

Amanda is one of 29 students who was designated as an Advanced Placement Scholar with Distinction and one of 11 seniors who have qualified to receive an AP Capstone Diploma upon graduation. She plays the viola in the honors orchestra Symphonia, is a member of the National Honor Society, is a Student Ambassador and a news reporter for the school newspaper ‘Shark Bites.” Amanda’s plans are to pursue a career as an electrical engineer.

The district congratulates Amanda on this outstanding honor and extends best wishes for success in the 2024-2025 school year.

Date Added: 10/7/2024