Student singers from Islip High School and Islip Middle School embarked on their caroling rounds across the district on Dec. 19, making cheerful stops at Commack Road, Sherwood, Wing and the district office, as well as over the high school’s PA system. Led by Dr. Rich Harris, who accompanied the singers on keyboards, the approximately 100 choral students worked hard to prepare for this exuberant annual celebration of holiday music and community spirit.

“This is one of our favorite Islip traditions, and a reminder of music’s ability to connect us all, especially during the holidays,” Director of Fine and Performing Arts Michael Hershkowitz said.

Date Added: 1/9/2025

First graders in Justin Lollo’s class at Wing Elementary School continued their annual goodwill tradition on Dec. 19, making 170 bologna sandwiches to donate to the Bethany House shelter at St. Patrick Church in Bay Shore. This year, their efforts were aided by Sal Coppola, the owner of Villa Sorrento restaurant in St. James.

“Our class moms had difficulty finding a local deli who was willing to donate the bologna needed to make the sandwiches,” Lollo said. “However, Mr. Coppola went out to purchase and slice the necessary amount of bologna needed to make all the sandwiches. Thanks to him, the children were able to take part in this wonderful learning experience of giving and helping to feed members in their community.”
 
Date Added: 1/6/2025

Wing Elementary School welcomed approximately 20 student volunteers from Islip High School’s Book Buddies and Buccaneer University organizations on Nov. 25. The IHS students visit the school once a month during lunch and recess with the goal of fostering a love of literacy through reading aloud to kindergarten and first grade students. Book Buddies, an English Honor Society initiative, has been participating in these monthly read-aloud activities and has recently been joined by Buccaneer University.

“The afternoon was seamless,” Islip High School counselor Nicole Hall said. “The Wing students were so well behaved and our high school students had a blast. Our students were asking when they can return before they even left.”

Date Added: 12/18/2024