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CyberCats pose with the trophy

Three CyberCats Earn First Place Honors In Syracuse

Three members of the Commack High School CyberCats Super Smash Bros Ultimate team brought home a championship title recently after competing in the ELITE Cup Series Invitational HS Esports Tournament.
Second graders at Rolling Hills took on the role of junior botanists this week as they cared for an indoor Tower Garden in Mrs. Gallagher’s classroom.

Tower Garden Project Brings Hands-On Plant Biology to Rolling Hills

Second graders at Rolling Hills took on the role of junior botanists this week as they cared for an indoor Tower Garden in Mrs. Gallagher’s classroom.
students who achieved the Commanding level on the 2026 NYSED NYSESLAT (New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test) were honored at ENL Night

World Language Department Hosts ENL Night

The evening honored students who achieved the Commanding level on the 2026 NYSED NYSESLAT (New York State English as a Second Language Achievement Test) and gave opportunities to families to learn.
Second graders in Tara Mari-Ciniski’s class at North Ridge welcomed Commack alumni Ariana Ciniski for a special presentation focusing on the nursing profession and heart health.

Second Graders at North Ridge Learn Heart Health and Compassion From Commack Graduate

Second graders in Tara Mari-Ciniski’s class at North Ridge welcomed Commack alumni Ariana Ciniski for a special presentation focusing on the nursing profession and heart health.
Students Lucas W., Sofia T., and Caitlyn M. were selected to participate in the ensemble following their successful auditions.

Commack Middle School Vocalists Earn SCMEA All-County Jazz Honors

Students Lucas W., Sofia T., and Caitlyn M. were selected to participate in the ensemble following their successful auditions.
These talented students earned their selection through their NYSSMA solo evaluation scores and will represent Commack in the Suffolk County divisions of Band, Chorus, and Orchestra.

Student Musicians Selected to Represent Commack in NYSCAME Suffolk All County Ensembles

These talented students earned their selection through their NYSSMA solo evaluation scores and will represent Commack in the Suffolk County divisions of Band, Chorus, and Orchestra.
Executive Director of Technology and Innovation Alise Pulliam was given the surprise Wednesday morning that she would be this year’s recipient of the Council’s Advocate In Action Award.

Alise Pulliam Selected As PTA Council’s Advocate In Action Award Winner

Executive Director of Technology and Innovation Alise Pulliam was given the surprise Wednesday morning that she would be this year’s recipient of the Council’s Advocate In Action Award.
The hands-on lessons gave students an opportunity to connect directly with the cultural heritage and significance of the holiday.

Commack High School Students Explore Dia de los Muertos Traditions

The hands-on lessons gave students an opportunity to connect directly with the cultural heritage and significance of the holiday.
SEPTA families had a fantastic time exploring the iconic Commack haunt in an adapted, sensory-friendly, and less-scary setting.

Peppermint Chop Shop Welcomes Commack SEPTA Families

Our SEPTA families had a fantastic time exploring the iconic Commack haunt in an adapted, sensory-friendly, and less-scary setting.
Student ex-officio board member Cassidy Gill began her tours throughout the district with Superintendent Dr. Jordan Cox and CHS principal Carrie Lipenholtz at Sawmill on Thursday.

Student Board Representative Cassidy Gill Joins District Leaders to Visit Sawmill

Student ex-officio board member Cassidy Gill began her tours throughout the district with Superintendent Dr. Jordan Cox and CHS principal Carrie Lipenholtz at Sawmill on Thursday.
Students in Dana McNeill’s IB Dance class helped their peers get into the Halloween spirit Wednesday morning at Commack High School.

IB Dance Students Bring Thriller Routine to Commack High School Peers

Students in Dana McNeill’s IB Dance class helped their peers get into the Halloween spirit Wednesday morning at Commack High School.
Sports management students across several classes at Commack Middle School gained firsthand perspective on executive decision-making during classroom visits from former New York Islanders Senior Vice President Paul Lancey this week.

Former New York Islanders Senior VP Paul Lancey Shares Industry Insights With CMS Students

Sports management students across several classes at CMS gained firsthand perspective on executive decision-making during classroom visits from former New York Islanders Senior VP Paul Lancey.
Jose Avila Henao of Build Green Long Island visited CHS to speak with students about future opportunities in the growing green building sector.

Commack High School Students Explore Careers in Green Building

Commack High School students explored sustainable architecture and construction pathways during a presentation on Wednesday morning.
Wood Park students welcomed members of the Commack Fire Department on Tuesday morning for an interactive presentation focused on staying safe during Halloween celebrations this weekend.

Wood Park Students Learn Halloween Safety Tips from Commack Fire Department

Wood Park students welcomed members of the Commack Fire Department on Tuesday morning for an interactive presentation focused on staying safe during Halloween celebrations this weekend.
Kindergarten students at Rolling Hills in Ms. Sorgie's class recently stepped into the role of scientists during an investigation into pumpkins.

Hands On Pumpkin Exploration Sparks Scientific Discovery at Rolling Hills

Kindergarten students at Rolling Hills in Ms. Sorgie's class recently stepped into the role of scientists during an investigation into pumpkins.
On a beautiful Saturday morning, our high school and middle school students were buzzing about at the Marion Carll Farm to get the hives ready for winter!

Hands-on Learning at Marion Carll Farm Prepares District Beehives for the Season

On a beautiful Saturday morning, our high school and middle school students were buzzing about at the Marion Carll Farm to get the hives ready for winter!
Kindergarten students in Krista Meyers and Brianna Leoutsakos’ classes at Wood Park Primary School joined together Friday morning for a special lesson centered on inclusion and communication.

Giving Every Voice a Turn: Wood Park Kindergartners Explore AAC Devices Through Storytelling

Kindergarten students in Krista Meyers and Brianna Leoutsakos’ classes at Wood Park Primary School joined together Friday morning for a special lesson centered on inclusion and communication.
Burr students and staff came together on Wednesday afternoon for a Unity Walk to celebrate Unity Day, a national initiative dedicated to promoting kindness, acceptance, inclusion, and bullying prevention.

Burr Community Comes Together for Unity Day

Burr students and staff came together on Wednesday afternoon for a Unity Walk to celebrate Unity Day, an initiative dedicated to promoting kindness, acceptance, inclusion, and bullying prevention
Dr. Jordan Cox and other district and CHS administration welcomed the Founder of Anatomage Dr. Jack Choi and his team to tour the hands-on real world spaces at Commack High School.

Anatomage Founder Visits Commack High School Ahead of Transformative Medical Lab Opening

Dr. Jordan Cox and other district and CHS administration welcomed the Founder of Anatomage Dr. Jack Choi and his team to tour the hands-on real world spaces at Commack High School.
Wood Park Primary School Library Media Specialist Kristin Corso received a nomination for the Long Island School Hero Award during a ceremony hosted by the Long Island Coalition Against Bullying on Monday evening.

Kristin Corso Recognized Among Long Island Educators for Anti-Bullying Leadership

Wood Park Primary School Library Media Specialist Kristin Corso received a nomination for the Long Island School Hero Award during a ceremony hosted by the Long Island Coalition Against Bullying
Commack High School Italian Students Practice Traditional Seed Cultivation

Commack High School Italian Students Practice Traditional Seed Cultivation

Ms. Zitarosa’s Language & Culture 1 students at Commack High School brought their studies of Italian geography and traditions to life!
Commack Middle School hosted their PBIS kick-off event Friday morning with the students participating in various team-building activities.

Commack Middle School Hosts PBIS Kick-Off Event to Promote Core Values

Commack Middle School hosted their PBIS kick-off event Friday morning with the students participating in various team-building activities.
Sue Hermer

Sue Hermer Appointed As Board Of Education Trustee

At last week’s Board of Education meeting, Sue Hermer was appointed and sworn in as trustee to fill the vacant board seat. She steps into the role following the resignation of Dana Schultz.
Tunnel To Towers Truck Heads To Commack High School

Commack High School Welcomes Tunnel to Towers 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit

Commack welcomed the Tunnel to Towers 9/11 Never Forget Mobile Exhibit on Thursday afternoon at Commack High School as part of the district’s 25th Year of Remembrance.
Commack teacher, coach and alumni Matt Weinstein spoke with sports management classes at Commack Middle School this week about broadcasting and share his professional experiences.

Commack Alum Matt Weinstein Speaks to CMS Sports Management Students

Commack teacher, coach and alumni Matt Weinstein spoke with sports management classes at Commack Middle School this week about broadcasting and share his professional experiences.