South Huntington reports gains in Regents, Advanced Placement results

Board of Education President Nicholas Ciapeta said the South Huntington Union Free School District's curriculum instruction team presented an overview of Regents and Advanced Placement results at the Oct. 8 meeting, highlighting "continued gains in Regents' proficiency and mastery rates" and "an upward trend in advanced placement course participation and exam performance."

The presentation, described by Ciapeta as evidence of "continued academic growth and success across all content areas," was framed as reflecting students' efforts and the work of teachers, counselors and administrators. Ciapeta said the district remains "committed to supporting all learners, expanding opportunities, and ensuring that every student leaves South Huntington prepared for college, career, and life."

The board recap did not include numerical test scores, percentages, subgroup breakdowns or year-over-year comparisons in the spoken remarks. No formal motions or votes were recorded in the transcript excerpt related to the Regents or Advanced Placement presentation.

District officials said they will continue work on academic supports and course access; the transcript does not specify subsequent actions, timelines or staff assignments to follow up on the presentation.