Prodell Middle School recognized its Wildcats with Character students of the month for November. These students were nominated by staff members for exemplifying the trait of gratitude.

“We are very proud of these students for demonstrating this trait and highlighting the importance of being thankful for what we have,” Assistant Principal Lauren Biscardi said.  “This time of year is a special opportunity to reflect on all we are grateful for, and we encourage all of our students to use this time to reflect and appreciate all the blessings in their lives.”

Congratulations to November’s Students of the Month: Elaina Blanchard, Stella Buckley, Toby Cahoon-Pilat, Eve Calvert, Arianna Carnovale, Charlotte Coster, Ashley Esnes, Casie Fioretti, Derek Gonzalez Fernandez, Rowan Heavey, Berat Kahraman, Masab Khan, Dylan Lanza, Jack Lipani, Adelaide Merz, Riley Murphy, Isabella Nobre, John O’Neill, Jayden Perez, Skylar Pons and Charlotte Tricarico.

 

 

Date Added: 11/26/2024

Pikachu, Olaf, Minions, Baby Shark and others were in the sky as the second grade classes at Miller Avenue School celebrated Thanksgiving with their annual Balloons Over Miller Avenue Parade. The halls were lined with spectators from the younger grades as each class led the way with their themed balloon signs, reminiscent of the famed New York City parade. Thanks to Mr. Verbeck for serving as the photographer with his VIP grandstand pass!

Click here to view the Balloons Over Miller Avenue! slideshow.

Date Added: 11/26/2024

Sixteen Shoreham-Wading River High School students represented the district’s music program in the New York State Council of Administrators of Music Education Suffolk All-County Music Festival. Students Annalia Clemente, Natalee Cortina, Jake Donnelly, Lila Grosso, Abigail Haverty, Ava Hernandez, Ray Hidaka, Eden Hu, Reilly Kenneally, Leyton Mangiamele, Liam McQuade, Damien Perez, Aubrey Russo, Kyle Schiff, Charlie Tacke, Forrest Tepfenhardt and Erin Vedder were nominated by choir teacher Dennis Creighton, band teacher Kevin O’Brien and orchestra teacher Ashley O’Connor.

The Shoreham-Wading River School District congratulates these students on this musical achievement.

 

Date Added: 11/26/2024

SWR senior Emily Herr has made history! She captured the New York State Public High School Athletic Association State Championship and the New York State Federation Championship in the 200-yard Individual Medley with an incredible time of 2:03.60. Her outstanding performance places her among the nation’s elite as she is now under consideration for All-American honors.

Emily didn’t stop there—she followed up her championship victory with a bronze medal in the 100 Butterfly, clocking an impressive time of 55.85.

Her journey as a Wildcat continues next year at Division I Villanova University next September. Same great swimmer, different Wildcats!

Congratulations, Emily, on your incredible achievements, GO WILDCATS!

 

 

Date Added: 11/25/2024

Four Shoreham-Wading River High School students have completed Regeneron Science Talent Search applications this year. The process of developing and submitting a Regeneron application represents one of the most challenging and prestigious accomplishments available to high school scientists. Each application requires students to conduct original research, often over multiple years, write an extensive research paper, complete a comprehensive application, and submit their work for review by some of the nation’s top scientists.

The students’ research topics showcase both their intellectual ambition and their commitment to addressing important contemporary issues. Student Julianna O’Neill investigated microplastic contamination in marine snail tissue in Long Island salt marshes. Katelyn Schaefer conducted a comparative analysis of pet food plans, examining protein sources, bacterial content and ingredient quality. Anna Minetti studied lichens as bioindicators of microplastic pollution on Long Island. Sasha Seletskaya performed chemical characterization of the Northwest Africa 12748 meteorite, comparing it to the Murchison meteorite.

 “Simply completing a Regeneron application puts these students in an elite group of young scientists nationwide,” Superintendent of Schools Mr. Gerard Poole said. “The process requires exceptional dedication, countless hours of laboratory work, sophisticated data analysis and the ability to communicate complex scientific concepts clearly and effectively. These students have demonstrated remarkable persistence, intellectual curiosity and scientific rigor in their work, representing the best of what Shoreham-Wading River High School’s science research program aims to achieve.”

 

Date Added: 11/22/2024