Free Backpacks, School Supplies To Be Given Away In Brentwood

The free event will offer backpacks and school supplies to students, but advance registration is required.

Brentwood Schools Ranked Among America’s Best Employers For Women: Report

District officials said Brentwood was the only New York public school district included on the 2026 Forbes list.

Brentwood Teacher Honored After Middle Schoolers Nominate Her In Applebee’s Contest

West Middle School teacher Priscilla Olberding was one of four Long Island educators selected in the annual “Above and BEEyond Teacher Essay

Brentwood Voters Approve $727.1M School Budget

Residents decided on the spending plan for Long Island’s largest school district.

Central Islip Voters Approve $316.7M School Budget

Residents voted for the district's next spending plan.

Islip Historian Inspires South Shore Charter Scholars During Engineering Day Celebration

Students designed and built 3-dimensional models of historic structures while learning about sustainability, architecture and engineering.

Central Islip Names New Special Ed, Humanities Directors

Anthony Coggiano and Dr. Andrew Canlé will step into new district leadership roles beginning July 1, officials say.

Brentwood Breast Cancer Walk Honors Survivors, Raises Scholarship Funds

More than 500 attend Brentwood walk dedicated to Elizabeth “Lila” Marrero, supporting awareness and student scholarships.

Brentwood HS Counselor Earns State Honor For Expanding College Access

Melissa Ferguson was recognized with the NYS College Application Month Award of Excellence for boosting applications and FAFSA completion.

Central Islip Valedictorian, Salutatorian Head To Harvard This Fall

Leticia Kim and Kamila Sarmiento Romero, top students in the Class of 2026, will both study engineering at Harvard University.

Brentwood Students Shine In Middle School Productions Of ‘The Addams Family’

Performances featured strong ensemble work, creative staging and standout musical moments.

4 Brentwood Musicians Earn Statewide Honors At Syracuse Symposium

Brentwood musicians chosen through auditions, NYSSMA scores for elite ensembles.

Brentwood Trio Honored With Top SCOPE Awards For Impact On Students

District leaders, educators, and support staff members earn top recognition for service and commitment to students.

Brentwood Green Machine Leads Spirited St. Patrick’s Day Celebration

Community came together in full force, with Brentwood’s Green Machine and color guard leading a spirited St. Patrick’s Day parade.

Brentwood’s ‘EmpowerHer’ Summit Inspires Next Generation Of Women Leaders

Students connect with mentors, hear from accomplished women and build confidence through leadership-focused workshops, school officials say.

Central Islip Elementary Students Welcome Sen. Monica Martinez For PARP Reading

The New York state senator visited students as part of the school’s PARP (Pick a Reading Partner) celebration.

Central Islip Students Shine In ‘Little Shop Of Horrors’ School Musical

The Central Islip High School musical department performed the annual production March 6 and 7, drawing strong community support.

Brentwood JROTC Cadets Serve Meals To Veterans At American Legion Post

Cadets from Brentwood High School’s Air Force JROTC program volunteered to serve meals to veterans at American Legion Post 1006.

No Screens, Just Smiles: Brentwood Kindergartners Celebrate National Day Of Unplugging

Kindergartners and their families celebrated the National Day of Unplugging at East Elementary School.

Brentwood Students Inspired By Interactive Black History Month Performance

Jamel Hudson, Ph.D., used music and storytelling to engage Laurel Park Elementary students.

Laurel Park Elementary Receives $2,500 TangerKids Grant For School Thrift Shop

Funding will provide clothing, shoes, and hygiene items for students and families facing financial hardship.

Long Island Student Who Learned English 4 Years Ago Wins $3K Optimum Essay Scholarship

A Brentwood eighth grader earned a $3,000 scholarship as a grand prize winner in Optimum’s Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest.

Central Islip High School Class Of 1984 Hosts Panel For Upcoming Graduates

Panelists from the military, law, education, and business shared life advice with students.

School Supplies And Haircuts Offered At Brentwood Event

Senator Monica Martinez and Liga de Justicia Abogados are bringing free school supplies, barber services and more to Long Island.

Brentwood's 2025-26 School Budget Results Are In

See whether the Brentwood Union Free School District budget passed this year.

Central Islip's 2025-26 School Budget Results Are In

See whether the Central Islip Union Free School District's budget passed this year after residents across Long Island voted on Tuesday.

Central Islip School Budget Vote Tuesday: What You Need To Know

Long Island residents are voting on 2025-2026 school budgets. Here's everything you need to know before casting your vote in Central Islip.

Brentwood School Budget Vote Tuesday: What You Need To Know

Long Island residents are voting on 2025-2026 school budgets. Here's everything you need to know before casting your vote in Brentwood.

'Best Feeling Ever': LI Teen Elected New York State Student Governor

A Brentwood High School student has been elected to represent New York State at National Student Governors Conference.

Suffolk Sheriff Student Ambassadors Graduate

Thirty students graduated from the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Student Ambassador Program​ at Central Islip High School.

Brentwood Students Serve As Legislators for a Day

Brentwood students debated and voted in a mock legislative session hosted by the Suffolk County Legislature.

Brentwood High Senior Named Regeneron Scholar

Award-winning projects in the prestigious competition cover topics in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, and mathematics.

Brentwood Teen Missing For More Than 1 Week: Police

A Brentwood teen has been missing since November, Suffolk County Police Department announced Monday.

Brentwood School District Celebrates AP Scholar Students

Fifty-one Brentwood High School students earned the prestigious title of AP Scholar.

Central Islip High Choir Performs At Queen's College

Central Islip High School's concert choir performed at Queens College for a high school choral festival.

'It All Started With Family': LI Student Trumpeter Invited To NYSSMA

A Central Islip High School trumpet player will perform in the annual NYSSMA All-State Festival Performing Ensemble in upstate New York.

Brentwood Students Help Restore Eelgrass Beds In The Great South Bay

Students in Brentwood High's STEAM program partnered with conservationists to restore eelgrass beds in the Great South Bay.

Teacher Spotlight: Elaina Cusumano Puts 'Heart And Soul' Into Teaching

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

Woman Trespasses At East Islip Middle School Via Locked Door: PD

The woman entered the East Islip Middle School without permission, police say.

300+ Backpacks Stuffed With School Supplies Up For Grabs Saturday

Suffolk police and Pickleball Express will give away 300 backpacks stuffed with school supplies to students on Saturday, August 31.