Hauppauge Public Schools

Congratulations to the Smithtown-Hauppauge Boys Swimming & Diving team! On Tuesday, January 28th they captured their 3rd consecutive League 1 Championship! Hauppauge-Smithtown won the 200-yard Medley Relay with a New York State qualifying time of 1:37.67 This relay was led by Junior Noah Hutzler of Hauppauge who swam the backstroke to capture the early lead. Hutzler was also in the 100-yard backstroke(56.20 4th place) and 50-yard freestyle(23.20 8th place). Noah was a member of the 400-yard Freestyle Relay that clinched the championship for Hauppauge-Smithtown to close out the meet. Freshman Joseph Kaydonov took 4th in diving with a score of 182.15. Seventh-grader, Luke Orioles, swam in the 200-yard Individual Medley (2:17.97 12th place) and the 100-yard Butterfly (1:03.81 11th place). Hauppauge-Smithtown will now move on to the Section XI Championships on February 8th at Stony Brook University where they will defend their championship.

Hauppauge Middle School had its annual science fair on Tuesday, January 21st. Students enrolled in science research grades six through eight participated. The competition was also available to any Hauppauge Middle School student that wished to participate. After selecting the top students from each grade, students were interviewed to determine their placement. Select students will move on to regional competitions such as “Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovation Challenge,” the “Long Island Science Congress,” and the “Brookhaven National Laboratory Elementary Science Fair Competition.” Students did a great job and will be very competitive in these regional competitions. Here are the results: Grade 6 First Place - Khushi Shah “Battle of the Sunscreens” Second Place - Aiden Napolitano “The Effects of Aging on Reaction Time” Third Place - Ella Oury “CO2, Is it Harming You?” Honorable Mention - Jack Corso “Are there varying levels of toxicity in the Nissequogue River?” Honorable Mention - Aleena Vasquez “Purify Life: One Drop at a Time. What substance can filter water the best?” Grade 7 First Place - Aditri Arun “Slow Release Fertilizer vs. Fast Release Fertilizer” Second Place - Rehan Ali “How can hydrogels conserve water in farming?” Third Place - Regan Ashby “Magnet Dropping” Honorable Mention - Pranav Ramkumar “Can AI Predict and Help Us Manage Air Quality Issues? Honorable Mention - Chris Michels “The Flight of Fascination” Honorable Mention - Ella Muilenburg “Facemask Face-off” Grade 8 First Place - Mihir Sathish Kumar “Future in Every Drop: Harvesting Blue Energy from Rainwater” Second Place - Vaibhavi Hegde “Eco-Friendly Hydrogels: A Sustainable Solution for Water Consumption in Farming” Third Place - Ishaan Maheshkumar “Eco-Safe and Strong Concrete” Honorable Mention - Bruce Langlois “Burning Water” Honorable Mention - Crosby Cadmus “Catch the Wave! The Science of Tsunamis”

Congratulations to Tiana Yip and Nathan Fernandes for their acceptance into the Long Island String Festival. They were chosen from musicians throughout Suffolk County where they earned a spot in the LISFA orchestra violin sections. These students rehearsed with their respective orchestras for 10 hours and then performed in the LISFA concert on January 12th. Congratulations on your hard work!

Congratulations to the Girls Track and Field Team for finishing 2nd at their League Championship! League Champions were: Amelia Vitale in the 600 Rachel Budke in the long jump (Rachel broke the school record in the long jump and finished 2nd in the 55) Katherine Dituro in the 1500 racewalk. Alex Wetterhahn was 3rd in the 55 Other individual athletes placing in the top 6 included: Ava Dellicurti Katherine Pistritto Emma Tjersland Julie Stopanio Julianna Heck Ella Murphy Rowan Ashby Emily Catalan Castro Abbey DeSantis Kate Marietta Medal winners in the relays included: Paige Theodorellis Alex Wetterhehn Chloe Coughlin Rachel Budke in the 4x200 relay Kylie McGuire Sofia Mariani Kate Marietta Charlotte Derby in the 4x400 relay Amelia Vitale Julianna Heck Emma Tjersland Ava Lingen in 4x800 relay

The New York State Education Department nominated 25 high school seniors for the “U.S. Presidential Scholars Program.” Congratulations to Hauppauge High School’s own, Ayaan Shah, for earning this prestigious nomination. The “U.S. Presidential Scholars Program” was established in 1964, by Executive Order of the President, to recognize and honor some of the nation’s most distinguished graduating high school seniors. The White House Commission on Presidential Scholars selects students annually based on their academic success, artistic excellence, essays, school evaluations and transcripts, as well as evidence of community service, leadership, and demonstrated commitment to high ideals. Ayaan is a full IB Diploma candidate and an AP Scholar with Distinction. He has always taken and excelled in the high school’s most rigorous course load. Ayaan is the founder of the Science Bowl where students compete in a science-based trivia event against other schools at the Brookhaven National Laboratory. He was also a math and reading tutor in the Hauppauge High School library for 15 hours each week in grades 10 and 11. Ayaan was the treasurer of the Class of 2025 in grades nine and 10, officer of “Quiz Bowl,” starting in grade nine, president of the Science Olympiad from grades 6 through 12, and a member of the coding club, tennis team and orchestra. “Hauppauge High School’s Ayaan Shah reminds us of the dedication and drive that lead to excellence in academics, extracurricular pursuits, and community service,” Senator Monica R. Martinez said. “As a nominee for the ‘2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars Program,’ Ayaan shows what it means to strive for the highest standards in all areas of student life. Ayaan’s successes are a testament to what’s possible when you pursue excellence in everything you do, and the Fourth Senatorial District couldn’t be prouder of this achievement.” “Ayaan is the true embodiment of what we aim for our students to be,” Hauppauge High School Principal Joseph Wieckhorst added. “He is well-respected by his peers and his teachers, and I have no doubt he is going to make a major impact on our world. We are so proud of him and his accomplishments.” In April, the Commission on Presidential Scholars will evaluate the semifinalists and select up to 161 scholars. These scholars are recognized during an online National Recognition Program and receive the Presidential Scholars Medallion in June. Congratulations to Ayaan, on this prestigious recognition of his academic achievements.

While most have been relaxing during the holidays the Varsity Girl’s Track & Field Team has been hard at work! The team ventured to the City twice on the 20th and 23rd. Rachel Budke was a double medal winner placing in the 55-meter dash and long jump! Alex Wetterhahn continues to shine in the 55 and 300 setting new personal records! The 4x800 relay team of Amelia Vitale, Sofia Mariani, Julianna Heck, and Emma Tjersland also came home with medals. Katherine DiTuro had an amazing race in the 1500RW to take 2nd and break 8 minutes! Emma Tjersland had an incredible race in the 3000-meter run to come within 4 seconds of our school record! Congratulations to all of these outstanding athletes! The team will compete again on 12/30 back at The Armory in NYC!

Hauppauge Public Schools Recreational Swim Program Lifeguard Training Registration Thursday 12/12/24 Registration Residents - 7-7:15 Non-Residents -7:15-7:30 Cost: To be determined The course includes CPR, First Aid, and AED Wear a bathing suit and bring a towel!! Check or money order only! Students must be 15yrs old, by March 13, 2025 Proof of age required All inquiries should be directed to Rich Lionetti @ lionettir@hauppuage.k12.ny.us

The Holidays & Heroes Festival will take place on Saturday, December 14, 2024, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Please join us for an incredible afternoon of Holiday Festivities and more! We will have letter writing to Santa, and Holiday Cards to our U.S. Military members. At 1:30 p.m. we will have crafts, movies, concessions, and games. At 3:30 p.m. the Hauppauge Fire Department "Parade of Lights" and "Santa Send-Off" will take place in the front circle of the High School. All proceeds will benefit HHS Share & Care's Friends of Families. Admission of $5.00 per child includes a photo with Santa.

Hauppauge's commitment to fostering a high-quality learning environment is evident at every grade. The district is proud to highlight the continued success of its schools: Recently, Hauppauge High School earned prestigious accolades, including the 2024 College Success Award from GreatSchools.org, as well as a place on the AP School Honor Roll with Silver with Access status. These honors reflect the high level of academic rigor and support offered to students, preparing them for success both in higher education and beyond. Equally impressive is the recent recognition of Bretton Woods Elementary School by U.S. News & World Report, ranking 182nd out of nearly 4,000 elementary schools across New York State, placing them in the top five percent. The school also ranked 35th on Long Island and third in Suffolk County. These rankings are based on state assessments in mathematics and reading/language arts, as well as how schools support students from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that all students are achieving at high levels. This honor reflects the dedication of Hauppauge’s teachers, students, and staff, and is a testament to the innovative practices happening throughout the district. While this award highlights the incredible work of one of Hauppauge’s schools, it’s also a reminder of the amazing efforts taking place across all of Hauppauge!

The following high school student-athletes recently committed to continuing their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level. Pictured with High School Principal Mr. Wieckhorst , Superintendent of Schools Dr. Murphy, and Deputy Superintendent of Schools Mr. Tasman are: Jenna Romito - Misericordia University - Lacrosse Stephanie Braun - Marymount University - Flag Football Nick Kump - University of Vermont - Lacrosse Brielle Bilello - Mercy University - Lacrosse Michael Oliveto - Yale University - Baseball Ava Mansueto - Quinnipiac University - Lacrosse Meghan Goutink - Roger Williams University - Soccer Mackenna Hogan - Anderson University- Lacrosse Matt Sellitto - SUNY Oneonta - Lacrosse We congratulate them, thank them, and wish them the best of luck in their future academic and athletic endeavors!

On Saturday, November 23, 2024, the Hauppauge-Smithtown Girls Varsity Swim team won the New York State Public High School team championship at the Webster Aquatic Center in Rochester, NY. This is Hauppauge-Smithtown’s 2nd Championship in 3 years. Last year they were NYS Finalists. Hauppauge’s Mary Schroeder swam the breaststroke in Hauppauge-Smithtown’s Championship 200-yard Medley Relay winning with an All-American Consideration time of 1:45.01 to start the medal parade for the girls. Schroeder, a senior, also earned All-State honors with her 100-yard breaststroke with a time of 1:07.79. Teammate Avery Wilcox, a sophomore, swam the 3rd leg of the 200-yard freestyle relay that also took 1st place and swam to an All-American Consideration time of 1:35.79 which is a new Suffolk County record. Wilcox also earned All-State honors with her swim in the 500-yard freestyle with a time of 5:12.50. 7th grader Sylvia Bonn also earned All-State honors with Avery Wilcox in Hauppauge-Smithtown’s 400-yard freestyle relay with a time of 3:44.6 in Friday’s preliminaries. Senior Hailey Wilcox swam the freestyle leg of the 200-yard Medley Relay in Friday’s preliminaries putting the team into position to become state champions on Saturday. Hauppauge-Smithtown scored 208 team points. Nassau’s Long Beach HS was 2nd with 199. Congratulations girls!

There will be a Special Meeting of the Board of Education on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. The Board will adjourn into Executive Session at 6:00 p.m. Public Session will begin at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the District Office Board Room at 495 Hoffman Lane, Hauppauge, NY. The links to view the meeting are: Adjourn into Executive Session: https://youtube.com/live/2DsmmAoU6V4?feature=share Adjourn into Public Session: https://youtube.com/live/vMOoVbwO3ec?feature=share

Congratulations to the Hauppauge-Smithtown Girls Varsity Swim Team. On Sunday they captured their 4th consecutive Suffolk County Championship! Top performers were Mary Schroeder, Rowan Ashby, Mackenzie Clarke, Avery Wilcox, and Hailey Wilcox. Avery Wilcox was part of the 200 Freestyle Relay that set a new county record leading the way to the championship. The New York State top-ranked team will now compete in the state championship in Rochester, NY on November 22nd and 23rd. Good luck girls!

The Hauppauge High School Youth and Community Presents "Holidays & Heroes Festival." Join us as we celebrate the holidays with our Hometown Heroes on Saturday, December 14 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. in the high school commons. The Hauppauge Fire Department will begin its annual neighborhood parade of lights from the high school front circle at 3:30 p.m. Admission is $5 per child and includes a photo with Santa. 🧑‍🎄 Concession sales, arts & crafts, special performances, and games will be available. Proceeds will benefit our high school charity organization, Share & Care.

The Hauppauge-Smithtown Girls’ Varsity Swimming and Diving Team captured their 5th consecutive League 1 Championship on Wednesday, October 30th, completing another undefeated season! We are excited to share the remarkable achievements of the swimmers: Avery Wilcox Champion 200 yard freestyle relay with an All-American Consideration time of 1:36.68 Champion 400 yard freestyle relay 3rd 200 freestyle Mary Schroeder Champion 200 yard medley relay 2nd 100 yard breaststroke 3rd 200 yard individual medley Hailey Wilcox Champion 200 yard medley relay 4th in the 100 yard butterfly Sylvia Bonn Champion 400 yard freestyle relay 4th 100 yard freestyle Mackenzie Clark 2nd diving Adrianna Darcy 3rd 500 yard freestyle Rowan Ashby 5th 200 yard Individual Medley

There will be a Community Meeting of the Board of Education on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. The Board will adjourn into Executive Session at 7:00 p.m. Public Session will begin at 8:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the District Office Board Room at 495 Hoffman Lane, Hauppauge, NY. The links to view the meeting are: Adjourn into Executive Session: Public Session: Website: https://www.hauppauge.k12.ny.us Agenda:

Congratulations to high school guidance counselor, Marisa Wanatick! Marisa was honored on Monday, October 21st, at the Long Island Coalition Against Bullying (LICAB) School Hero Award Event. This award recognizes the extraordinary contributions of their school staff on the lives of Long Island students. Marisa was honored along with 21 others. In recognizing Marisa, the following was read, “Marisa Wanatick is a dedicated and compassionate educator who consistently goes above and beyond for her students, ensuring that their needs—both academic and personal—are met with care and attention. In numerous instances, Marisa has shown her unwavering commitment to students who face significant challenges, from helping students at risk of aging out of school complete their education to providing essential resources like food and clothing to those without stable housing. Her ability to form deep connections with her students and her tireless efforts to support them demonstrate the profound impact she has on their lives. Marisa’s empathy, dedication, and selflessness make her a remarkable advocate for her students and a true School Hero.” Congratulations again to Marisa Wanatick, a true school hero to the students of Hauppauge High School.

Congratulations to Hauppauge High School swimmer, Mary Schroeder! Mary is a new school record-breaker! 100-yd Breaststroke 1:08.7 We wish Mary the best as she continues her season!

Safe Halloween at the Arbors! Thursday, October 31st from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Residents will be handing out candy to trick-or-treaters!

The Hauppauge High School Drama Club presents: "A Midsummer Night's Dream" on Friday, October 18th, and Saturday, October 19th. Both performances begin at 8:00 p.m. in the high school auditorium. Please note that these performances were previously scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. and were changed to 8:00 p.m.