The Hauppauge School District held its Senior Academic Awards ceremony on June 16, 2025, celebrating outstanding student achievements. A highlight of the event was the presentation of the New York State Comptroller Thomas Dean Polley Student Achievement Award to Kira Chiuinski.

This prestigious award is given to students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, potential, and a commitment to positively impacting their schools and communities. Comptroller Dean Napoli emphasized the importance of education and civic engagement, stating that they are crucial for youth to achieve success.

The ceremony underscored the district's dedication to recognizing and fostering student accomplishments, encouraging them to continue their contributions both academically and socially.