Keyword: 'Wantagh High School' | Herald Community Newspapers

Keyword: Wantagh High School

144 results total, viewing 1 - 10

Richard Colavita has spent over 30 years teaching science to students at Wantagh High School. Early this year, Colavita received a letter from the Harvard Club of Long Island, recognizing him as a distinguished teacher.

Wantagh High School educator discusses career, Harvard Club recognition

When Melanie Volz graduated from Wantagh High School as the Class of 2021 valedictorian, she wanted to find a way to give back to the teachers who helped shape her education. more

By Charles Shaw | 3/29/24

Heather Naughton, an English teacher at Wantagh High School, has been accepted into the state education department’s VITAL educator program to train colleagues on virtual learning. In addition, Naughton received the Harvard Club of Long Island’s Distinguished Teacher Award.

Wantagh High School English teacher discusses Harvard award and training colleagues

During this school year, Naughton, who has been a teacher in the district for 22 years, was accepted into the New York State Education Department’s Virtual Implementation of Teaching and Learning educator program. more

By Charles Shaw | 3/22/24

Students from Morgan’s Message and the Physical Education Leaders club at Wantagh High School organized activities for P.S. I Love You Day on Feb. 9.

Kind-hearted students make a positive impact at Wantagh High School

The joy was noticeable at Wantagh High School on Feb. 9 as the school celebrated P.S. I Love You Day, an initiative dedicated to eradicating the stigma around mental health. more

3/8/24

Wantagh High School sophomores Brianna McLaughlin, left, and Tyler Santomauro were both born on leap day, and will celebrate their 16th birthday on Feb. 29. It will be the fourth time they’ve celebrated their birthday on their actual birth date.

Wantagh sophomores celebrate their leap day birthdays

Birthdays can be exciting, even more so when it comes around once every few years. Wantagh High School sophomores Tyler Santomauro and Brianna McLaughlin are similar in one unique way: They were … more

By Charles Shaw | 3/1/24

Wantagh High School seniors Maylani Lee, left, and Catherine Ibrahim are the valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively, of the Class of 2024.

Wantagh High School valedictorian and salutatorian discuss their academic achievements

Ever since they met in sixth-grade French class, Wantagh High School seniors Lee and Ibrahim have been friends. Over the years they have shared a number of classes, and both said that their friendship developed naturally because of how often they saw each other. more

By Charles Shaw | 2/16/24

A summer project for Wantagh High School student Damien Crowley turned into a passionate interest in understanding sediments, and how that knowledge can be used to help the environment.

When a summer project leads to a newfound passion

Internships are a chance to learn, but for Damien Crowley, an internship put him on the path to a potential career as a scientific researcher. Last summer, Crowley, a junior at Wantagh High … more

By Charles Shaw | 1/12/24

The cast of ‘Peter and the Starcatcher’ is preparing for four performances of the show from Nov. 17-19.

Bring your imagination and catch a show at Wantagh High

A tale of imagination, adventure and the power of dreams comes to the Wantagh High School stage on Nov. 17, 18 and 19 as the drama club will present “Peter and the Starcatcher.” The show … more

11/10/23

The Wantagh Warriors took the field for their homecoming football game against the Bethpage Golden Eagles on a beautiful afternoon on Oct. 28. It would be a 35-0 victory for the home team.

Blue skies and black and gold pride for Wantagh homecoming

Wantagh students, staff and community members breathed a sigh of relief on Oct. 28 when they woke up to bright sunshine, meaning this year’s homecoming celebration would be uninterrupted by … more

11/3/23

Using objects such as mats, rubber dots and bases, each team had to get across the field without stepping on the turf.

Freshmen bond in friendly competition

For Wantagh High School’s Class of 2027, the next four years will feature the most challenging work of their lives. That’s why they didn’t feel guilty about a few hours of fun on … more

9/29/23

Wantagh students visit the FDNY Ten House to show their appreciation to the first responders.

High school students moved by 9/11 memorial tour

The events that unfolded on Sept. 11, 2001 were an unforgettable experience for many, but for younger generations, the tragic ordeal may be more difficult to comprehend. Wantagh High School … more

By Charles Shaw | 9/15/23

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 … 15 | Next »

Currently viewing stories posted within the past year.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.