Aspiring young musicians at Manetuck provided their fellow students with joy on the morning of Dec. 16, delivering a delightful selection of holiday sounds courtesy of the band, directed by Avery Yurman; chorus, directed by Karen Isaksen-Taylor; and orchestra, directed by Patricia Rosenthal. This winter concert program was also performed that evening for an audience of family and friends.

Udall's chorus paid a welcome visit to Manetuck, where inhospitable weather had brought the Festival of Lights fun inside the building. Manetuck’s PTA sold baked goods and offered free hot cocoa, the gym held photo booths, props and crafts, and the younger students sang in the cafeteria. The Udall vocalists then performed in the gym during Manetuck’s tree lighting ceremony.

The high school’s band brought some holiday cheer to Manetuck on Dec. 13, performing seasonal music during a lunch session. Manetuck students also enjoyed a special holiday boutique during the day.

Students and staff at Manetuck recently celebrated the 50th anniversary of the iconic PBS educational television series “Sesame Street,” wearing clothes reflecting many of the show’s most beloved characters.

The West Islip Fire Department recently held a fire safety presentation at Manetuck. Students listened to firefighters speak, watched a teacher gear up in full gear and then toured a fire truck.