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South Side High School’s Community Choir, under the direction of Doreen Fryling, performed six selections at Disney Springs’ Waterside Stage during the school’s inaugural Disney music trip, giving students an opportunity to share their talents with an unfamiliar audience.

Rockville Centre high school students perform at Walt Disney World

Fifty-two South Side High School students took their musical talents to Walt Disney World for the school's inaugural music trip, performing for a public audience while gaining valuable musical, educational and personal experiences. more

By Brian Kacharaba | 11/6/26

The entirety of Freeport High School’s Class of 2027 top ten has a weighted grade point average of 104 or higher.

Freeport High School names its top 10 students in the Class of 2027

The top ten students of Freeport High School's graduating class were named and celebrated by school staff. The official announcement and presentation of the students will occur at a Board of Education meeting in December. more

By Andrew Francis | 11/6/26

After five years of legal disputes between the Freeport school district and village officials over property on Cleveland Avenue, a State Supreme Court Appellate Division ruling has seemingly ended the conflict, awarding the village ownership of the parkland.

Appellate judge ends Freeport's Cleveland Ave. land controversy

Half a decade of litigation between Freeport Public Schools and the Village of Freeport government over a local park space officially came to an end after a State Supreme Court decision. more

By Andrew Francis | 10/2/26

Molloy University was ranked No. 85 among the nation’s top 100 colleges and universities in TIME magazine’s inaugural America’s Best Colleges list for 2026-2027.

Rockville Centre's Molloy University named Long Island’s best college by TIME

Molloy University has been named No. 85 on TIME magazine’s inaugural 2026-27 list of America’s Best Colleges, making it the only Long Island institution among the top 100 and one of 14 New York schools recognized. more

By Brian Kacharaba | 9/11/26

Board of Education President Michael Pomerico and Superintendent Fia Davis welcomed several new hires to the district as a part of several changes the new pair have begun instituting.

Contract termination with controversial consultants among several new Freeport school district changes

Freeport Public Schools' Board of Education announced several changes in district policy and hiring decisions during a recent meeting, including cutting the widely debated and costly contract with the Perkins Consulting Group. more

By Andrew Francis | 8/21/26

South Side High School has been ranked the No. 1 high school on Long Island in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026-27 Best High Schools rankings, rising to No. 494 nationally and No. 8 in New York.

Rockville Centre's South Side High School named No. 1 on Long Island

South Side High School has been ranked the No. 1 high school on Long Island by U.S. News & World Report, earning a 97.25 overall score and ranking No. 494 nationally. more

By Brian Kacharaba | 8/21/26

Freeport High School valedictorian Mia Martini, salutatorian Ava Smith and class president Angel Omokeni were just three of the many well-decorated Class of 2026 graduates.

Freeport High School graduates 555 students

Freeport High School celebrated its Class of 2026 during its commencement ceremony on June 25 at Hofstra University. more

By Andrew Francis | 7/3/26

Biology student Kristyn Gibney presented her project, "How Does Music Effect Memory?"

South Side High School students showcase science research at annual fair

South Side High School’s science research program showcased student biology, chemistry and independent projects at its annual science fair following participation in regional competitions, highlighting months of hands-on research and student achievement. more

By Alyssa R. Griffin | 5/22/26

School board Trustee Michael Pomerico, far right, was very vocal in his first board of education meeting since being elected on May 19.

Freeport school board hires three administrators and ends interim assignment of one

In another contentious board of education meeting, the Freeport school board announced its decision to hire three new district administrators, while ending the assignment of Marie Gaboton-Swift, interim executive director for personnel. more

By Andrew Francis | 5/21/26

Nearly 2,000 residents approved the Rockville Centre School District's budget plan Tuesday at South Side High School.

School budget passes in Rockville Centre; Dorrego, Joyce named to Board of Education

Residents approved the Rockville Centre School District’s $141.3 million 2026-27 budget Tuesday by a 1,915-1,195 vote, while electing challengers Mary Beth Joyce and Christa Dorrego to the Board of Education and also passing the Rockville Centre Public Library budget. more

By Brian Kacharaba and Alyssa R. Griffin | 5/19/26

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