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Students recognized: yearbook editors, musicians, science researchers and Olympiad finalists
Summary
Board members and administrators highlighted student achievements at the June 17 meeting, including the high school string ensemble’s selection to perform the national anthem at Yankee Stadium, Metro Awards honors for the musical production, Regeneron and Genius Olympiad finalists, and a student yearbook presentation.
The board devoted opening time on June 17 to student achievements across the district. The high school string ensemble was announced as selected to perform the national anthem at Yankee Stadium the following night (Yankees vs. White Sox), and the district production of 'Lay Miz' received multiple Metro Awards nominations and individual performance honors.
Students involved in the yearbook program presented the 2026 yearbook and described their theme, "Leave Your Mark." Yearbook adviser Anthony Shay introduced student editors and said the club combines student photographers and editors to create the annual book. Student eighth‑grade editor Maya Patapatia said, "Our yearbook theme this year was leave your mark," and co‑president Matthew Hardy described the theme as a reflection on skills and community.
Administrators also called attention to science research accomplishments: Regeneron finalists and semifinalists were recognized, and a student project that aligned research with fundraising to build wells abroad was cited as an example of applied student work. The debate team’s national finishes and a school 'coffee house' with dozens of student performances were also highlighted.
The board thanked advisers and teachers who supported these activities and encouraged the community to celebrate student successes over the summer.
