District News

Our high school students reinforced the No Place for Hate message.

Four students in Mr. DeMaio’s class at Bayview Elementary School were honored for their submission to the PSEG Long Island’s I Am EM-Powered.

The Board of Education and Principal Andrew O’Farrell recently recognized the Top 10 students in the Class of 2026 during a Board of Education meeting.

The district celebrated the teachers, administrators, and teaching assistants who were awarded tenure during the June 4 Board of Education meeting.

The district recently hosted its annual STEM Research Symposium on June 1, celebrating the creativity, dedication and achievements of students involved in research programs across the district.

On May 29, students in the Model UN class at Beach Street Middle School, taught by Ms. Probert, had the opportunity to visit the United Nations Headquarters in New York City.

West Islip High School senior Max Tate has been selected as the recipient of the inaugural Northwell Health Scholar Athlete Scholarship, presented in conjunction with Section XI...

West Islip High School hosted a career fair on May 29, providing students with the opportunity to explore a wide range of career pathways and connect with professionals from across the community.

Bayview Elementary School students took center stage on May 28 as they proudly presented their production of “The Jungle Book Jr.” after months of hard work and preparation.

In recognition of Memorial Day, fifth grade students in Mr. Schmalenberger’s class at Manetuck Elementary School recently participated in a meaningful project.

On May 19, West Islip High School seniors Cindy Lin and Abigail Richardelli were recognized at the Long Island Business Teachers Association luncheon.

The West Islip Athletic Hall of Fame Committee inducted 17 outstanding former student-athletes whose achievements, dedication and contributions have left their legacy on West Islip athletics.

Congratulations to West Islip senior Cara Thaxter on being awarded a $2,000 Babylon Rotary Scholarship.

West Islip High School has announced its two Academic Leaders in the Class of 2026 as Anthony “AJ” DeMaio and Dana Shi, who have distinguished themselves through outstanding academic achievement.

West Islip High School’s Ron Weber has been named the recipient of the LISTEMELA STEM Star Teacher Award.

Students at Manetuck Elementary recently put their skills, teamwork and creativity to the test.

West Islip High School is proud to announce that five additional senior student-athletes from the Class of 2026 have committed to continue their athletic careers at the collegiate level.

The West Islip girl's lacrosse program hosted a Mental Health Awareness game during Mental Health Awareness Month in honor of Steven Battista.

West Islip High School senior Justin Anderson earned first place in the HVAC competition at the 60th anniversary New York State SkillsUSA Leadership and Skills Conference.

On May 8, Udall Road Middle School welcomed students from across Long Island for its annual Math Masters Competition, a full-day event celebrating mathematics, teamwork and academic excellence.

West Islip Union Free School District is one of 1,008 school districts across 43 states to be named as a 2026 Best Community for Music Education by the NAMM Foundation.

West Islip High School hosted a Business Bridge event on April 17 in the school’s auditorium, providing business students with a unique opportunity to connect with local industry professionals.

On April 17, Paul J. Bellew Elementary School held its annual “Mile for a Smile Walk” at the high school track in recognition of Disabilities Awareness Month.

West Islip Union Free School District’s science department hosted an out-of-this-world STEM evening in celebration of May the Fourth, transforming the school cafeteria and planetarium into a galaxy th

West Islip High School hosted a College Fair on April 24.