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Gingerbread House Decorating Event Brings Holiday Cheer

The 2025 West Islip Health and Wellness Alliance annual gingerbread house decorating event was once again a success.

West Islip Community Celebrates at PTA Council Breakfast

West Islip Union Free School District hosted its annual PTA Council holiday breakfast on Dec. 11 at Oquenock Elementary School

Celebrating Holidays Around the World

Students at Oquenock Elementary School are learning all about holidays celebrated around the world. Throughout December, students explored a variety of cultural traditions and celebrations

Bayview Fourth Graders Bring Science to Life with Volcanoes

Fourth graders at Bayview Elementary School recently brought their science studies to life through an exciting hands-on STEM lab experience. After learning about different types of rock formations

Bayview Giving Tree Spreads Holiday Cheer

Bayview Elementary School is embracing the spirit of the season with its annual Giving Tree project, designed to support children and families in need throughout the local community.

‘Beetlejuice Jr.’ Comes to Life at Beach Street

Beach Street Middle School brought big energy to the stage with its lively production of “Beetlejuice Jr.,”

Guest Speaker Inspires Udall Students

On Nov. 19, Udall Road Middle School students had the opportunity to hear from Rohan Murphy, a nationally recognized motivational speaker,

Bellew Fourth Graders Journey Back in Time

On Nov. 19, fourth grade students at Paul J. Bellew Elementary School had the chance to deepen their understanding of Native American history

Music Students Experience the NY Philharmonic

On Nov. 6, approximately 50 West slip High School music students had the opportunity to attend an open rehearsal of the New York Philharmonic at Lincoln Center

Community Shines Bright at Second Annual Glow Run

The West Islip Health and Wellness Alliance recently hosted its second annual glow run, drawing more than 400 enthusiastic participants to the West Islip High School campus

Manetuck Honors Veterans with Heartfelt Ceremony

Manetuck Elementary School held a touching Veterans Day celebration to honor local heroes on. Nov. 12. The event began with a meet-and-greet breakfast, where students and their invited veteran guests

Student-Musicians Participate in Day of Tuba

Congratulations to the following student musicians from West Islip High School, Beach Street Middle School and Udall Road Middle School, who represented the district’s music program.

Udall Road Honors Veterans with Heroes Breakfast

In recognition of Veterans Day, students and staff from Udall Road Middle School came together to honor those who have served the country during a heroes breakfast on Nov. 10.

Oquenock Honors Local Heroes at Veterans Day Celebration

The Veterans Day celebration on Nov. 7 at Oquenock Elementary School was filled with emotion, gratitude and pride as students and staff came together to honor those who have served our country.

Red, White and Blue Spirit Shines During Veterans Day celebration

On Nov. 6, students and staff at Bayview Elementary School proudly celebrated Veterans Day with a special car parade honoring local heroes.

West Islip Senior Athletes Commit to Play in College

Congratulations to the West Islip High School Class of 2026 student athletes who have already committed to attend college and play competitive athletics.

Spooky Science and Stargazing

Elementary students and their families enjoyed an exciting and educational Astronomy Night hosted by the district on Oct. 30.

Pumpkins on Display at PJB

Prior to Halloween, the hallways of Paul J. Bellew Elementary School were filled with fall spirit! Students and their families decorated pumpkins and put them on display for all to see.

West Islip Hosts Fall College Fair

On Oct. 24, West Islip High School hosted its fall college fair, welcoming juniors and seniors to explore their postsecondary options.

Celebrating Unity at Bayview

Bayview Elementary School celebrated Unity Day on Oct. 22, joining together as a school community to promote kindness, inclusion and respect.

Kindergarten Pumpkin Investigations

Kindergarten students at Bayview Elementary School recently put their observation and investigation skills to the test

Bubbling Over at Bayview

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Paul J. Bellew Students Celebrate Unity Day

Unity Day was celebrated on Oct. 22 at Paul J. Bellew Elementary School, as students and staff came together to promote kindness, inclusion and friendship,

Oquenock Unveils New Buddy Bench in Honor of Former Teacher

Oquenock Elementary School held a dedication ceremony in its outdoor café to celebrate the installation of the school’s new buddy bench.

Congratulations Class of 2025

West Islip High School hosted its commencement ceremony on Friday, June 27th at 6pm. The event was a great celebration for all students and families