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Seaford students showcase research, seals of biliteracy and civic readiness at budget hearing event
Summary
Students presented capstones and program achievements at the Seaford Union Free School District event: 39 seals of biliteracy recipients, more than 80 Seal of Civic Readiness earners this year, AP Research capstones and science research (including a student preparing for journal publication); the student council donated $1,720 to Angela's House.
Students and teachers used the district’s public budget night to showcase student work across language, civic and research programs; district leaders framed the demonstrations as evidence of the programs supported by the budget request.
An emcee (staff member) announced the student council’s donation of $1,720 to Angela's House, a local nonprofit serving medically fragile children, and thanked the student volunteers and advisors who organized the 'Battle for a Cause' event.
Teachers and program leads described achievements in the Seal of Biliteracy and Seal of Civic Readiness programs. A presenter said the district recorded 39 Seal of Biliteracy recipients this year — the largest cohort in the five‑year program — and staff later noted more than 80 seniors earned the Seal of Civic Readiness.
Students gave condensed versions of year‑long projects from AP Research and science research. Jackson Pignataro summarized a survey‑based project on social media’s links to political affiliation and polarization among high‑schoolers, concluding there were measurable correlations between political content exposure and perceived political knowledge. Gabby (surname not specified) reported mixed‑methods research on artificial intelligence as assistive technology, saying teachers observed decreased prompting and greater student independence when AI tools were incorporated.
Science research teachers highlighted Michelle Evangelista, whom they said will publish her research in a scientific journal; Mia Kranas presented laboratory work on UV radiation and coenzyme Q10 in yeast models. AP Art students also presented portfolio previews showcasing themes from camouflage to Romanian cultural motifs.
Student board member Matt gave a year‑end report noting AP exams, College Decision Day and a new Seaford Scholar recognition for students who complete AP Seminar, AP Research (or science research) and additional AP coursework.
Teachers and board members closed the segment by congratulating students and inviting recipients to receive certificates and photos with the board.
