Bellport High School
News Releases
Art Portfolios Receive Highest Rank
Ms. Suzette Fandale, Art Department Chairperson for the South Country Central School District is proud to announce that four students from Bellport High School participated in the Annual Portfolio Project sponsored by LIATA (Long Island Art Teacher Association) and NYSATA (New York State Art Teachers Association). The event was held at Babylon High School and hosted students from Suffolk County. Student Portfolios are evaluated by Art teachers from the county.
Megan Cassidy, Erika Lamuto, Lindsay Petrocelli and Casey Leach from Bellport High School all scored the highest rank for their portfolios.
Bellport Latin Students Score High at Stony Brook University
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On March 26, Latin students in Mrs. Ellams’ classes at Bellport High School
participated in the 2012 edition of the Latin Certamen (competition) at Stony
Brook University. The students scored high (340 and 360/400) ending in the top
one-third of all the schools offering Latin from Nassau and Suffolk Counties.
Students competing were Brendan Bone, Connor Cipp, Kristina Foley, Lea McCray,
James Mizvesky, Byron Suarez and Caitlyn Thompson.
Mercy College President Visits BHS Math Class
Mr.
Robert Galasso, Mathematics Teacher at Bellport High School, encourages his
students to succeed beyond the walls of the classroom. In order to promote a
college-going culture, one of the traditions he has in his Advanced Placement
(AP) Statistics class is to contact every college or university that his
students have decided to attend and request something from that school to
proudly display in his classroom. Most schools send the traditional collegiate
pennant and several have sent miscellaneous posters, decals, stickers, pencils,
etc.
This year, Mr. Galasso was proud to learn that one of his AP Statistics students
had decided to join Mercy College in the fall. In April 2012, to Mr. Galasso’s
pleasant surprise, he received a response from the President of Mercy College in
Dobbs Ferry, New York, Dr. Kimberly Cline. Dr. Cline expressed that she was
very inspired by his passion for his students and that she wanted to personally
drop off some items for his class.
On Tuesday, May 1st, Dr. Cline visited Mr. Galasso’s AP Statistics class. She
gave each student a Mercy College tee shirt and notebook. She took the time to
speak with students about the college experience and shared tips on how to
succeed in college. The students were extremely interested in the information.
Students had the opportunity to ask Dr. Cline questions and each student shared
which college they are planning to attend in the fall. This was an exciting
college preparatory experience for Mr. Galasso and his class!
Pictured left to right are Guidance Counselor Christina DeNapoli, Assistant
Principals Timothy Hogan and Alicia Ulberg, Mercy College President Dr. Kimberly
Cline, Principal Bernie Soete, Mr. Galasso's AP Statistics Students, Guidance
Chairperson Patricia McCallum, and Mathematics Teacher Robert Galasso.
LI Best Student Art Show Includes BHS Student Work
Ms. Suzette Fandale, Art Department Chairperson for the South Country Central School District is pleased to announce that four Bellport High School students exhibited their artwork at the Long Island Best Student Art Show at the Heckscher Museum in Huntington. Megan Cassidy (for watercolor) and Christina Menendez (for digital photography) were awarded the prestigious Renzo S. Bianchi Scholarship Award. Megan is also the recipient of an Honorable Mention Achievement Award. Nicky Bottiglieri (for mixed media) and Samantha Polins (for digital photography) also displayed exhibits. This prestigious show featured the work of 81 student artists from over 300 entries from Long Island students.
Latin Awards Go to Thirteen BHS Students
Ms. Maria Ellams Bellport High School Latin teacher is proud to announce that the number of awards presented for the National Latin 2012 exam doubled this year. This exam is organized by the University of Mary Washington. Over 148,000 Latin students in all 50 states and 13 foreign countries participated.
The following students received awards:
Connor Cipp-Gold Medal and Summa
cum Laude certificate (perfect score: 40/40)
Katheryn Martinez-Gold Medal and Summa cum Laude certificate
Byron Suarez-Silver Medal and Maxima cum Laude certificate
Lea McCray-Magna cum Laude certificate
James Mizvesky-Magna cum Laude Certificate
Katarine Halliwell-Magna cum Laude certificate
Brendan Bone-Magna cum Laude certificate
Carly Caiazzo-Magna cum Laude certificate
Caitlyn Thompson-Magna cum Laude certificate
Kristina Foley-Magna cum Laude certificate
Dylan Overton-Cum Laude certificate
Justin Hopper-Cum Laude certificate
Kayla Muniz-Cum Laude certificate
Bellport High School received a Certificate of Merit for school participation
South Haven School Students Recognized for Accomplishments
Ms. Lisa Zaccaro, Assistant Principal of the South Haven School in Brookhaven recognized students for their accomplishments during the third quarter. Ms. Zaccaro is pleased to announce that Elleana Farias was awarded the Citizenship Award, Monisha Prior and Shon Jean-Pierre were awarded the Best Overall Attendance Award and Gino Sabellichi was awarded the Highest Grade Point Average/Most Improved Award.
Pictured from left to
right: Monisha Prior, Elleana Farias and Gino Sabellichi.
Suffolk Police Give Presentations at South Haven School
Ms. Lisa Zaccaro, Assistant Principal at the South Haven School recently scheduled several presentations with Officer Antoinette Semetsis and Officer Nancy Ward from the PoliceSmart Program of the Suffolk County Police Department. A PowerPoint presentation on “Beyond the Gateway Drugs; “Drug Usage”; and “Diversity” were followed by a Question and Answer session. The increasing issue of “pharm parties” was introduced. Hate crimes were defined and discussed along with the consequences involving in committing a hate crime. Bullying issues (cyber bullying) was also included in the presentation.
Officer Semetsis and Officer Ward share their
knowledge with students at South Haven School.
Cohen and Clifton In Suffolk County Arts Leaders Exhibit
Mr. Bernie Soete, Principal of Bellport High School, is
proud to announce that two seniors from Bellport High School participated in the
Suffolk County Arts Leaders Association High School All County Scholarship Art
Exhibit. Maya Cohen won an honorable mention for her digital photograph,
Dance Camp. Bridgette Clifton won Best in Show for her pen and ink drawing,
Junipers Dream. Bridgette is also the recipient of the Mary Reay
Scholarship offered by the Brookhaven Arts and Humanities Council for her body
of work that is on exhibit at Gallery on the Hill.
Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Thankful for Sr. Honor Society Book Gift
Ms. Diane Poulos, advisor of the Bellport High School Senior National Honor Society, is pleased to announce that honor society members collected over 200 new books that were donated to Brookhaven Memorial Hospital. Carolyn Villegas Coordinator of Outreach Services at the Brookhaven Memorial Hospital Medical Center extended her sincere thanks to the students and Ms. Poulos stating that the books were very much appreciated both in the Pediatric Ward and Emergency Department. Ms. Villegas said the books are a comfort to both the parents and the patients.
Pictured is a partial display of the books donated.
LI Best Student Art Show Exhibit Spotlights Our Students
The Art Department at Bellport High School is pleased to
announce that 4 of our students are exhibiting their artwork at the Long Island
Best Student Art Show at the Heckscher Museum in Huntington. Megan Cassidy and
Christina Menendez have been awarded the prestigious Renzo S. Bianchi
Scholarship Award. Megan is also the recipient of an Honorable Mention
Achievement Award.
This prestigious show features the work of 81 student artists from Long Island
that have been chosen from a field of over 300 entries.
Please join us in congratulating:
Megan Cassidy, watercolor
Nicky Bottiglieri, mixed media
Samantha Polins, digital photography
Christina Menedez, digital photography
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The opening reception took place on Saturday March 31st, 5:30-7:30 at the
Heckscher Museum in Huntington.
BHS Art Leaders in SCALA Exhibit
On Saturday March 31st, 2 of our seniors from Bellport High
School participated in the Suffolk County Art Leaders Association High School
All County Scholarship Art Exhibit. The opening reception took place at the
Gallery on the Hill in Farmingville.
Maya Cohen won an honorable mention for her digital photograph, Dance Camp.
Bridgette Clifton won Best in Show for her pen and ink drawing, Junipers Dream.
Bridgette is also the recipient of the Mary Reay Scholarship offered by the
Brookhaven Arts and Humanities Council for her body of work that is on exhibit
at Gallery on the Hill.
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TOB Black History Night Honors Accomplishments of BHS Students
Nine students from Bellport High School were recently honored at the Town of
Brookhaven Black History Commission’s 21th Annual Black History Night
Celebration. African American students who maintained a cumulative GPA of 85 and
above were recognized for their accomplishments. Students, parents and Bernie
Soete, Principal at Bellport High School were present to congratulate students.
A dinner provided by the Town of Brookhaven was served after the ceremony.
A congratulatory presentation was made at a South Country Central School
District Board of Education meeting to two of the students, Afua Bediako who
will be attending St. John’s University in the fall and Travis Correa who will
be attending Virginia Tech in the fall.
Pictured from left to right: South Country Central School District
Superintendent Joseph L. Cipp, Travis Correa, Afua Bediako and Principal Bernie
Soete.
Clifton Honored with Drawing Award
Ms. Suzette Fandale, South Country Central School District Art
Chairperson is pleased to announce that Bridgett Clifton, a senior at Bellport
High School was awarded a Special Recognition in Drawing for her exhibit
displayed at the Parrish Museum’s High School Exhibition. A special reception
was recently held for the young artist.
Bridgette Clifton receiving her Special Recognition in Drawing Award.
South Haven Awards Ceremony
Ms. Lisa Zaccaro, Assistant Principal of the South Haven School
in Brookhaven recently held an awards ceremony for the second quarter. Ms.
Zaccaro is pleased to announce that Michael Upton was awarded the Citizenship
Award, Shon Jean-Pierre was awarded the Best Overall Attendance Award and Maame
Amankwah was awarded the Highest Grade Point Average/Most Improved Award.
Pictured are Michael Upton and Shon Jean-Pierre
Valentine's Day with French Classes
French classes at Bellport High
School celebrated Valentine’s Day with a Valentine’s Day Card Contest. This
colorful and exciting event has taken place in the past three years at Bellport
High School and gives French students a chance to express themselves through
their creativity and imagination. This year’s creativity exceeded all the
expectations of French teacher Dr. Kucheryavenko and the members of the Jury –
administrators, language teachers, and French Club members.
There were amazing cards of all sizes and shapes, cakes with French inscriptions
on them, fortune cookies in the shape of rose petals, a handmade Eiffel Tower,
keys from the heart, and a message in a bottle. Students played violins, piano,
and sang French love songs.
Pictured with Dr. Kucheryavenko are: Sabrina Leggett, Jeff Thur De Koos
and Yenis Moreno
Bellport High
School Students Exhibit Work at
the Parrish Art Museum
Art students from Bellport High School had the opportunity to exhibit work at
the Parrish Art Museum Annual High School Show. 15 students from the High School
exhibited work amongst students from other East End Townships in various mediums
including computer graphics, photography, drawing and painting.
BHS students at the opening reception held on Saturday January 28th were
(L to R) Kendall Madoo, Megan Cassidy, Lindsay Petrocelli,
Anissa Rivera, Sajda Waite and Rachel Saur. Not pictured: Chris Trotz,
Katie Kokis, Sam Polins, Casey Leach, Bridgette Clifton, Howie Meyers, Maya
Cohen, Vanessa Gonzalez, David Menendez.
BHS Students Study Business While Getting College Credit
The Bellport High School Business Department is proud to announce that it has 30 students participating in the University in the High School Program through SUNY Farmingdale. The program allows students to complete college courses while at the high school for a significantly discounted tuition rate. Through the program, Business students have the opportunity to earn up to 15 college credits. The following Business courses at the High School offer the option for college credit: Microsoft Office I and Office II; Accounting and Business Ownership/Virtual Enterprise.
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South Country Student
Musicians Attend SCMEA Festivals
Mr. James Uzzi, Chairperson of the Music Department of the
South Country School District is pleased to announce that forty-two South
Country student musicians have been selected to perform at the Suffolk County
Music Educators Association All-County Festivals in March 2012.
Ten Bellport High School musicians were selected to Division III All-County
Music Festival. Faculty and students from 25 school districts throughout
eastern Suffolk County will participate.
Division III Band:
Adele Ratje-Mundell Flute
Avery Samuel Alto Sax
Division
III Chorus:
Morell Brown Tenor
Gina-Marie Falk Soprano
Victoria Lamoreux Soprano
Division
III Orchestra:
Christopher Daconto Bassoon
Joseph L’Ambrose Timpani
Madeline Mojallali Cello
Emily Salcedo-Watson Viola
Jamie Stitt Violin
Twenty two South Country musicians were selected for SCMEA Division I All-County Music Festival. Selections for All-County were made from nominations submitted by district music teachers, along with a copy of each student’s 2011 NYSSMA Solo Evaluation Form.
Division I Band:
Abena Ababio
Flute Middle School
Emily Caruso
Clarinet Middle School
Marielle Jankowski
Clarinet Middle School
Mackenzie Leidig
Clarinet Middle School
Destinee Lopez Tenor
Sax Middle School
Dale Piscano
Trumpet Middle School
Lacey Walsh
Oboe Middle School
Tyler Zapata
Trumpet Frank P. Long
Division I Chorus:
Valentina Banellis
Soprano Frank P. Long
Tyler Brock
Soprano Frank P. Long
Iyonna Cochran
Soprano Middle School
Alliandra Khillawan
Soprano Frank P. Long
Madeline Meyers
Soprano Middle School
Kacie Rumm
Soprano Middle School
Jesebel Ulloa
Soprano Middle School
Jadelyn Willett
Soprano Frank P. Long
Division I Orchestra:
Ingris Amaya
Violin Middle School
Grace Armann
Violin Frank P. Long
Emily Cafarella Violin
Middle School
Karl Charles Double
Bass Middle School
Kai Hatcher
Viola Middle School
Grace Rojas
Cello Frank P. Long
Ten Bellport Middle School musicians selected for SCMEA Division II All-County Music Festival. This festival recognizes Suffolk’s most accomplished music students in grades 7 and 8. Representing South Country School District will be:
Division
II Band:
Edward Adler Clarinet
Ashley Berrell Trombone
Brian Foley Trumpet
Rachel Milia French Horn
Justin Roundtree Trumpet
Division
II Chorus:
Deanna Dimartino Alto
Madison Sabolenko Alto
Division
II Orchestra:
Charles Rojas Cello
Lili Salcedo-Watson Cello
Arielle Strange Viola
Central Office and BHS Clubs Host Holiday Party for Head Starters
Joseph L. Cipp, Superintendent of South Country School District and Central Office personnel hosted a holiday gathering for students from the Head Start Program. Students were entertained by members of the Athletes Helping Others Club, Bellport High School Student Council and the History Club members as they sang songs and read books to the very excited youngsters. A special surprise visit from Santa highlighted the celebration. Each child was given a gift donated through a school district toy drive.
Superintendent Joseph L. Cipp reads to children of the Head Start program and (Below) Bellport High School students singing and reading.
Waite and Clifton Study at Adelphi
This fall seniors Sajda Waite and Bridgette
Clifton from Bellport High School were provided the opportunity to study figure
drawing at Adelphi University. This free ten-week seminar was a rewarding
opportunity available to artistic seniors from various Long Island high schools.
(L to R) Sajda
Waite and Bridgette Clifton hold their figure study seminar work.
South Haven School Holiday Feast
On December 15, 2011, students and staff at the South Haven School enjoyed a holiday celebration made possible through a generous donation from DiCarlo Distributors. Students were exposed to cultural traditions that are celebrated during the holiday season.
Pictured are staff members serving students and guests
South Country School District Hosts Naval Academy Midshipmen
Bellport High School and Bellport Middle School recently hosted representatives of the United States Naval Academy as part of our district’s ongoing effort to provide information as students prepare for college and career experiences. The Naval Academy midshipman, all of which are products of Long Island schools, one, Alexander Mc Kenna a graduate of Bellport High School, provided our students with powerful first-hand accounts of the preparations and choices that are required of them as they work to achieve their goal of entering this prestigious academy. Students were also provided with information regarding the Naval Academy’s summer STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math) programs. Assemblies like this one along with other career and college informational events offered throughout the year are intended to drive students to achieve their true potential.
Pictured (L to R) are
Joseph Cipp, Superintendent, Midshipman Second Class Michael Cristiano,
Midshipman First Class
Kyle O’Leary Midshipman Third Class Dylan Kelly, Midshipman Commander Alexander
McKenna and Brian Ginty,
Principal of Bellport Middle School
Story Time & Snacks with Santa
Santa invites you to bring a child to the Bellport High School Library to enjoy reading stories, playing games & doing crafts of the season with him on the evening of Friday, December 16. Refreshments will be served. The BHS Website, SADD and Chess Clubs are sponsoring this event and members will be reading along with Santa. Proceeds to Literacy Suffolk in Bellport.
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Where: Bellport High School Library
Date: Friday, December 16th
Time: 5 pm to 7:30 pm
Snowdate - Monday, December 19
Adults $5.00 , Child $3.00
($1 more @ door)
RSVP to Mrs. Johnsen-Seeberger, BHS Library (730-1583)
Mrs. Coleman, Rm 16, or Mrs. Munn Rm 258
Bellport Seniors Recognized in South Bay Art Association Exhibit
The Art Department at Bellport High School is proud to announce that senior Maya Cohen won a special award from Brookhaven National Laboratory at the South Bay Art Association 24th Annual Nita Elder Student Scholarship Art Exhibit. Her digital photograph Magnify, was chosen over 200 pieces for best representing the theme Discovery.
Maya also won special recognition Elfe Marschall won special
from the SBAA for her digital recognition from SBAA for her
photograph, Merge. digital photograph Alone.
8 seniors from Bellport
High School exhibited work this past weekend
at the South Bay Art Association 24th Nita Elder Student
Scholarship Show. Pictured
left to right Rachel Adler, Elfe Marschall, Nicky Bottiglieri, Maya Cohen,
Sam Polins
and Bridgette Clifton. Not pictured Anissa Rivera and Khadijah Swann
Twelve
South Country String Students Selected to the
2012 Long Island String Festival
The Long Island String Festival Association (LISFA) announced the selection of twelve South Country School District String musicians to perform with the 2012 LISFA String Orchestras. The LISFA festival consists of string orchestras at the elementary, middle school, junior high and high school level and features the finest string musicians in Suffolk Country. Students are selected based upon scores from performances at the NYSSMA Spring Solo and Ensemble Festival, held last June, and upon recommendations submitted by the South Country string faculty.
High School Division (grades 10-12):
Aidan Lundstrom
Violin Bellport HS
Madeline Mojallali
Cello Bellport HS
Elizabeth O'Connor
Violin Bellport HS
Patrick Rojas
Cello Bellport HS
Junior High Division
(grades 8-9):
Nichole Kokis
Cello Bellport HS
Emily Salcedo-Watson
Viola Bellport HS
Charles
Rojas Cello Bellport MS
Middle School Division
(grades 6-7):
Emily Cafarella
Violin Bellport MS
Lily Salcedo-Watson Cello Bellport
MS
Elementary Division (grade 5):
Grace Armann Violin
Frank P. Long
Benjamin Margolin Bass Frank
P. Long
Grace
Rojas Cello Frank P.
Long
The Music Department at Bellport High School along with the South Country Education Foundation are proud to present electric violinist Mark Wood, vocalist Laura Kaye and drummer Elijah Wood in concert with the Bellport High School Concert Orchestra and Jazz Choir Tuesday November 22, 2011 at 7:30 in the Walter Ebersole Auditorium at Bellport High School. Songs on this year’s set list include Carry On My Wayward Son, Thank You For Letting Me Be Myself, Synchronisity 2 and Carol of the Bells plus others.
Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students and are available at the door. All proceeds benefit the SCEF Becker/Gambles Music Fund. For more information go to www.scefonline.org or contact Jim Uzzi at the High School. Hope to see you there!
The traditional halls and classrooms at Bellport High School were “ghostly” transformed into fun houses and scary hallways as Bellport High School hosted “Safe Halloween” from 4 – 6 P.M. on Halloween Day. Neighborhood children were treated to a safe place to trick or treat. Activities hosted by the many clubs at the High School kept children entertained, amused and safe. Children of all ages came dressed in their favorite costumes, where they were greeted by Bellport High School students and staff in what turned out to be a great event. “Safe Halloween” will continue to be an annual event at the High School.
Pictured are students ready to greet neighborhood students.
South Country School District Attacks Risky Health Behaviors
Students from Bellport High School and Bellport Middle School recently attended a conference Teens as Teachers Peer Educators in Nutrition and Wellness. This comprehensive approach to reducing risky health behaviors among adolescents was the first of three scheduled conferences focused on teaching younger children about healthy eating, body image and physical activity. Supervisors Lynette Murphy, Social Worker and Elizabeth Eaton, Psychologist stated, “Using teenagers as role models is a win-win situation as younger children are deeply impressed when taught by teenage role models and the teens received a valuable educational experience.” Participants were encouraged to develop skits, write and perform songs and make posters illustrating various issues relating to nutrition and healthy lifestyles. The next two conferences will focus on tobacco use and sun safety.
The South Country
Central School District
Art Department
proudly announces our upcoming Student Art Shows:
South Bay Art Association
24th Nita Elder Juried Senior Student Art Exhibit
November 18-20 2011
at the Bellport Community Center, Bell Street, Bellport
Opening Reception Friday November 18th 2011 7-9:30
Award ceremony at 8:00
We have 8 art majors exhibiting work at this show
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Long Island Museum At Stony Brook
Colors of Long Island Student Expressions
November 18th – December 31, 2011
Opening Reception Sunday November 20th 2011 2:00-4:00
We have over 50 students grades 1-12
exhibiting work at this show
Bellport High School Challenge Team Travels to Big Apple for First Round
On October 25th the
Bellport High School Challenge Team traveled to Manhattan to take on Southampton
High School in the first round of the Challenge. Bellport’s Dan Garisto, Sam
Hoff, Mark Maranan (captain) and Dan Santana all contributed to Bellport’s
victory. Team alternate Michelle Henriksen was ready to step in if the team
needed her. The match will air on November 7th at 6:30 P.M. on Channel 14.
Rounds two and three will be in February.
Pictured from left to right are: Paul Feltman, advisor, Dan
Garisto, Dan Santana, Jared Cotter, host, Mark Maranan (captain),
Sam Hoff and
Michelle Henriksen.
Bellport High School Goes to Court
Students
at Bellport High School are getting a lesson on court proceedings.
Brookhaven Youth Court, a taxpayer saving program funded
by the Town of Brookhaven introduces and trains students on roles of a
prosecuting attorney, defense attorney, judge, clerk or jury member. Brookhaven
Youth Court is a diversionary program for youthful, first-time offenders who
have committed misdemeanor crimes. Janet Wohlars, Coordinator of the
Brookhaven Youth Court states “The offenders must admit their guilt in
order to have their case heard by Brookhaven Youth Court.” The members conduct
closed and confidential hearings for the offender and determine a fair and
appropriate sentence. The offenders must complete their sentence or the case is
returned to the Probation Officer and brought to Family Court.
Current Bellport High School Brookhaven Youth Court members are:
Jizelle Mercer, Shannon Nieves, Omotolani Olabode, Ashton Richards and Freddy
Torres
Bellport
High School students in training as part of the Brookhaven Youth Court program
are (L to R) Michael Paz,
Anthony Gennusa,
Jake Kramer, Christian Giannone, Brendan Bone and Darrin Nelson. Not pictured is
Crystal Mayfield.
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Bellport High School Presents
By Neil Simon Tickets for the show are $8 and will be sold at the door COME AND SEE THE SHOW!!!
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September 11th Ceremony and Memorial
Honor Community Members Who Were Lost
The South Country Central School District held a ceremony in memory of those members of the community who lost their lives during the tragic events on September 11, 2001. A black granite monument representing strength was unveiled for the four families in our district that lost love ones. Mr. Nelson C. Briggs, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources memorialized the four individuals as being the base of our strength over the last ten years stating that they guided us as the community bonded together to do what is right in support of all individuals who have the freedoms we enjoy today. Representatives from the surrounding fire departments and South Country Ambulance read biographies of Lincoln Quappe′, Lt. Andrew Desperito, Vincent D’Amadeo and Maxima Jean Pierre. The event was planned by Ms. Regina Hays, advisor of the History Club at Bellport High School and student members of her club. The monument was placed significantly in the senior courtyard at Bellport High School where victims and now their children spend time.
Gathering for a family photo in the Senior Courtyard are (L to R) Raquel, Frank, Michael & Jerry D’Amadeo.
Members of the ambulance company are (L to R) Luis Salinas, Gregory C.
Miglino, Jr., Amy Price,
Katie Stewart & Anthony Cerrullo.
Schuhmacher Wins 1st Place in Assemblyman Murray’s Community Photography Contest
The Bellport High School Art Department is proud to announce that Elysa Schuhmacher has won first place in Assemblyman Dean Murray’s Community Photography Contest. Elysa’s photograph “Waiting for Love” will be displayed in the State Capitol Building as well as in Patchogue on Saturday, July 16th. As the winner Elysa will have the opportunity to spend the day at the State Capitol next year.
Bellport High School
Challenge
Team Captures
2011 Suffolk County Championship
The Bellport High School Challenge team has captured the 2011 Suffolk County
championship. The Bellport squad of Elise Budd, Gourav Khadge, Chris Lisinski,
Steven Seidman and Mark Maranan survived the single elimination tournament with
an overtime win in round 1, a 95 point come from behind win in the semi-finals
and a win over Northport in the Suffolk County Championship round. After another
exciting win in the Tri-State quarter finals the team from Bellport finally fell
in the Tri-State semi-finals.
Superintendent Joseph L. Cipp (Far L) congratulates
Challenge Team 2011 members as they are honored at a recent
South Country School
District Board of Education meeting. They are (L to R) Chris Lisinski, Steven
Seidman,
Elise Budd, Gourav Khadge and Advisor, Paul Feltman. Not pictured is
Mark Maranan.
Burton, Houpe,
Sloan, and Winter To Be in
Boomer Football Game with Coach J. Cipp, Jr.
The New York City vs. Long Island All Star Football Game, also known as the
Boomer Game, will air live on channel 14 this Tuesday at 7:30 pm. (Channel 14 or
714 for Cablevision customers only.) Four players on the team are from Bellport;
Mike Burton, Travis Houpe, Ryan Sloan and Justin Winter. In addition, Joseph
Cipp, Jr. is coaching the team! Please tune in to the game on Tuesday night to
cheer them on!
Suffolk County School Superintendents’ Association Honors
South Country Valedictorian Gourav Khadge
On Thursday, June 2nd, Bellport High School senior Gourav Khadge was honored at
the annual Suffolk County School Superintendent Association’s Valedictorians’
Luncheon held at the Hyatt Regency Wind Watch Hotel in Hauppauge. Gourav, along
with other valedictorians across Suffolk County, was congratulated on being
named the top-academic student from the South Country graduating class of 2011.
This honor recognizes years of hard work and a commitment to his studies.
Attending the celebration with Gourav were his two parents, Mr. Andrew Budris
(teacher), Mr. Bernie Soete (principal), Mrs. Linda Rozzi (Assistant
Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction & Technology) and Superintendent of
Schools Mr. Joseph J. Cipp.
Gourav will be attending Harvey Mudd College and will be studying physics.
Congratulations Gourav!
Valedictorian, Salutatorian and Essayist Announced for Class of 2011
Mr. Bernie Soete, Acting Principal of Bellport High School, is proud to announce
the Valedictorian, Gourav Khadge, Salutatorian, Elise Budd, and Essayist, Arya
Seghatoleslami, for the Class of 2011. A gathering was held in the Principal’s
office with family and school district officials to congratulate these
outstanding students.
Pictured (L to R) are South Country Superintendent Joseph
L. Cipp, Mr. Seghatoleslami, Essayist Arya Seghatoleslami,
Mrs. Seghatoleslami,
Salutatorian Elise Budd, Mrs. Budd, Valedictorian Gourav Khadge, and Mr. and
Mrs. Khadge.
Nix and Towlen Present Work at 5th Annual
First Exposure Film Screening
Mr. Bernie Soete, Acting Principal of Bellport High School and Ms. Suzette
Fandale, Chairperson of the Art Department for the South Country School District
are pleased to announce that students Zachary Towlen and Jack Nix presented
their short film You, Me and Bananas at the 5th annual First Exposure film
screening at the Huntington Cinema Arts Centre. Zachary and Jack’s work was
selected by the Suffolk County Film and Cultural Affairs Council from over 85
videos that were entered in the Long Island Media Arts Show. The event was
attended by members of the Long Island Film Alliance who seek possible entries
into the Hamptons Film Festival.
Bellport High School
Latin Students
Compete at Stony Brook University
On April 4, 2011 Latin students in Mrs. Ellams classes at Bellport High School
participated for the first time in the Latin Certamen (competition) held every
year at Stony Brook University. The students finished in the top one-third of
all the schools from Nassau and Suffolk County. Students competing from Latin 1
classes were Emily Hoff, Mark Maranan, Rebecca Nardulli and Sebastian Gonzales.
Daniel Santana, Rachel Celentano, Elise DeLillo and Kelsey Delmotivits competed
from the Latin II classes.
The BHS Latin Certamen teams at Stony Brook University.
BHS Students Attend Lobby Day in Albany
to See NY State in Action
On Monday, March 21st students from Bellport High School trekked to Albany to
observe the legislative process in action during the heart of the NYS budget
process. Thirty students enrolled in Participation in Government classes met
with various state officials to learn about the realities of politics in the
state capitol. A special Q & A session was arranged with Assemblyman Dean Murray
and State Senator Lee Zeldin, where topics ranged from social issues, crime and
state funding for education. The day ended with a tour of the beautiful
architecture of the State Capitol Building. “Being able to speak directly with
the policymakers about the budget process was a really enlightening experience
for our students. There is no doubt this sort of day will make a positive
impression on them as young citizens,” said Participation in Government teacher
Dennis Pluth.
Bellport High School Global Study
Students Skype with University Students in Egypt
On Friday, April 15, 2011 Bellport High School students had the opportunity to
connect with students from the Middle East using some of South Country School
District’s new technology. Mr. Jonathan Elsalam, a Global History teacher at
Bellport High School, arranged five video conference sessions throughout the day
using Skype software to link 9th graders with three graduate students from the
University of Cairo. Students discussed issues that ranged from the removal of
Mubarak to the role of women in modern Egypt. “Mr. Elsalam’s project is exactly
the kind of cutting edge learning experience that our new technology makes
possible. It’s a great opportunity to connect students to the world’s hot spots
where history is literally happening on the ground,” said Social Studies
Department Chairperson Andrew Budris.
During the day, several seniors came to the BHS Library to
join the Skype conference and pose questions to the three Cairo students. (L to
R) Seniors Amber Robinson, Gourov Khadge, Global History teacher Jonathan
Elsalam, Cairo University graduate students (on screen), Khalid Hossain, Chris
Lisinski, Shannon Green and Justin Winter.
Blumenthal Selected Women Sharing Art Student
Scholarship Winner
Women Sharing Art, Inc. is pleased to announce the winner of the First Annual
Student Scholarship. Alicia Blumenthal from Bellport High School was one of over
twenty young artists that submitted artwork. Fundraising events by Women Sharing
Art members has made possible this monetary award. High school students showed
their pieces in additional to their submission to the BAFFA (Bay Area Friends of
Fine Arts) Juried Exhibit on Sunday, April 3, 2011. Alicia hopes to attend the
College of Charleston or Roger Williams University in the Fall where she plans
to major in art.
(L to R) SCSD Art Department Chairperson Suzette Fandale,
Women Sharing Art Scholarship Winner Alicia Blumenthal, and Bellport High School
Art Teacher Lisa Conk.
Future Teachers Make the Grade with F.
P. Long Students
In order to help members of the Future Teachers of America Club prepare to
achieve their career goals, Club Advisor Mrs. Plain has made arrangements with
the ESL faculty at the Frank P. Long School to have FTA club members participate
in an after school homework program with the fourth and fifth grade ESL
students. This is the fifth year that this students-helping-students program is
running at F. P. Long. The program's activities serve as an excellent experience
for FTA high school students as they begin developing some of the skills
required for a career in teaching. Crystal Mayfield wants to enter the teaching
profession and is eager to get valuable hands-on experience working with
elementary aged students. She volunteers two days each week assisting ESL
teachers Mr. Todisco and Mrs. Freiband at the F. P. Long ESL after school
program. Both Mr. Todisco and Mrs. Freiband say that Crystal is a big help and
that the students love working with her.
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Student Crystal Mayfield (far L) from the Bellport High School Future
Teachers of America Club along with a few of the students from the Frank P. Long
School ESL after school program: Paul Carreno, Justin Llivicura, Ahmed Rehman
and their ESL teacher Mr. Todisco.
South Country Board of Education Recognizes
2010 Long Island Football Championship Team
At a recent Board of Education meeting the 2010 Long Island Football
Championship team was recognized for the most ever Suffolk County and Long
Island titles. Members of the team were congratulated and presented with
certificates from Superintendent Joseph Cipp and the Board of Education. This
was Bellport’s 11th County Championship, the most ever in Suffolk County and the
school’s 20th Division Championship season in 35 years of existence. The
Bellport Clippers hold the record for most ever playoff victories by a Suffolk
County team. This 6th Long Island Championship was the most held by any team in
Long Island history. In addition, Mike Burton was selected as an OLD SPICE
PLAYER OF THE YEAR for his feats on the gridiron which highlighted his
outstanding performance and determination when it counted most for his team. A
certificate was presented at the Board of Education meeting.
Mike Burton, Travis Houpe, Dante Johnson and Ryan Sloan
were recognized for being selected to the All Long Island Football Team and the
All State Football Team. All Metro Football Team participants were Mike Burton,
Eddie Carson, Travis Houpe and Ryan Sloan.
BHS Students Compete in 2011 Bay Scallop
Bowl at SUNY Stony Brook
Science students from Bellport High School recently participated in the 2011 Bay
Scallop Bowl hosted by the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences at Stony
Brook University. This competition is the regional competition of the National
Ocean Sciences Bowl (NOSB) where 16 teams of high school students competed for
cash prizes and a chance to represent New York in the NOSB Finals. The objective
of the NOSB is to raise awareness and understanding of the oceans and coastal
resources.
Regents Earth Science and Authentic Research teacher, Mr, Corbett, said, “It was
a fantastic opportunity to test our knowledge against other schools, and the
team had a lot of fun.” Under the direction of Mr. Corbett, the Bellport High
School team consisted of Elise Budd, Arya Seghatoleslami, Sam Hoff, Dan Santana
and Emily Hoff.
Pictured (Back, L to R) are Sam Hoff and teacher William Corbett; (front
row): Emily Hoff, Elise Budd, Arya Seghatoleslami and Dan Santana.
Recent BHS Art Department Honors
Art Students at Bellport High School had the opportunity to participate
in the SCLA (Suffolk County Art Leaders Association) Student Art Show at the
Gallery on the Hill, Brookhaven Town. The opening reception was Saturday March
19th and exhibited the work of 13 Suffolk County School Districts. The following
students exhibited their work:
Faye Lawlor
Katie Renfroe
Ali Blumenthal- Honorable Mention in Drawing
Remy Leelike
Kristin Vignona
Bridgette Clifton
Megan Cassidy
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Bridgette Clifton with Self Portrait, computer graphics.
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Megan Cassidy with Scream, ebony pencil.
The South Country Art Department is pleased to announce that three students from
Bellport High School won the honor of Best in Show at the Long Island Media Arts
Show at Five Towns College on Tuesday March 22nd.
Juniors Zach Towlen and Jack Nix won Best in Show for their short video, You me
and Bananas. Anissa Rivera, a junior, won Best in Show in Photography for her
digital photograph, We are the World.
The BHS Art Department is pleased to announce the following student
participation and accolades from the Bay Area Friends Of Fine Art exhibit this
past weekend:
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Ali Blumenthal, Winner of the Women Sharing Art Scholarship
for her portfolio submission Honorable Mention in Drawing.
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Nicky Bottiglieri won 3rd Place in Digital Photography.
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Katie Renfroe won 2nd Place in Sculpture.
Kristin Vignona won 2nd Place in Digital Photography- NO PHOTO.
The following students exhibited their work:
Joseph Borri, Computer Graphics
Bridgette Clifton, Mixed Media
Emily Dunbar, Mixed Media
Faye Lawlor, Digital Photography
Remy Leelike, Digital Photography
Violinist Mark Wood's "Inferno Tour" To
Electrify BHS Audience
International recording artist Mark Wood, an original member of the
multiplatinum selling Trans-Siberian Orchestra and creator of the revolutionary
Viper electronic violin, is working to inspire young string players with
Electrify Your Strings! “Inferno Tour,” Mark will perform in concert with
Bellport High School students on Thursday, March 24th at 7:30 P.M. Joining Mark
for this particular event is vocalist Laura Kaye who will work with the Bellport
High School choir.
Mark Wood is the owner and operator of Wood Violins, one of the largest electric
violin manufacturing companies in the world. He studied under Maestro Leonard
Bernstein, and is a Julliard-trained violinist and Emmy-winning composer who has
done string arrangements for Celine Dion and others. In addition to the
Trans-Siberian Orchestra, he has worked with Lenny Kravitz, Billy Joel, Celine
Dion and many others. Mark will be performing with the students on his
handcrafted 7-string fretted electric Viper violin. This exciting event will
transform the student musicians into a full-fledged Rock Orchestra!
To prepare for this concert, Mark will be teaching the students improvisation,
composition and personal expression on their violins, violas, cellos and bases.
Bellport High School students will perform in a live concert alongside Mark
Wood, open to the public:
Thursday, March 24th at 7:30 P.M.; Bellport High School, 205 Beaver Dam Road,
Brookhaven, NY 11719
Ticket Information: Tickets are available at the door; $5.00-Students;
$10.00-Adults
FBLA Members Send Flowers, Steal Hearts and
Net Profit
Bellport High School’s FBLA Club (Future Business Leaders of America Club) led by Camille Masem, prepares interested students for careers in business and teaches business related skills. As a fundraiser for state FBLA competitions the club, with the support of Brookhaven Elementary School Principal Linda Rozzi gave parents the opportunity to purchase carnations for their children that were distributed on Valentine’s Day, February 14th. This business event taught the club members about marketing strategies, product promotion, cost analysis and net profit.
Bellport High School FBLA Club (Future Business Leaders of
America). Pictured from left to right: Jessica Rivera, Christopher Soriano,
Kimberly Jimenez, Olivia Dozier and Lorraine Brown along with three Brookhaven
Elementary students.
BHS Students Attend County Executive
Levy's African-American Career Fair
On March 4, 2011 twenty two students from Bellport High School attended a
college and career fair at the Suffolk County Executive Building in Hauppauge.
This fair was organized through County Executive Steve Levy’s African-American
Advisory Board. The “Opening the Door of Opportunity” College and Career Fair
hosted ten different high schools, alumni from historically African-American
colleges and a panel of professionals from the “green industries”, medical
field, law enforcement and public service. Students from Bellport High School
are pictured with County Executive Steve Levy, and teachers Rodney O’Neal and
Sherida Hare.
Eleven South Country String Students Selected
to the 2011 Long Island String Festival
The Long Island String Festival Association (LISFA) announced the selection of
eleven South Country School District String musicians to perform with the 2011
LISFA String Orchestras. The LISFA festival consists of string orchestras at the
elementary, middle school, junior high and high school level and features the
finest string musicians in Suffolk Country. Students are selected based upon
scores from performances at the NYSSMA Spring Solo and Ensemble Festival, held
last June, and upon recommendations submitted by the South Country string
faculty.
Members of the Junior High and High School Division will rehearse at Ward
Melville High School on Friday and Saturday February 4th and 5th. The festival
will culminate with a public concert presented on Sunday, February 6th at 1:00
p.m. in the Ward Melville High School auditorium.
The elementary and middle school participants attended rehearsals at Longwood
High School on Friday, January 21st and Saturday, January 22nd. Their festival
concert was presented on Sunday, January 23rd at 1:00 p.m. in the Longwood High
School auditorium.
In all, four students were chosen from Bellport High School, four from the
Middle School and three from Frank P. Long. Congratulations to each of these
fine musicians for representing themselves and their school district at such a
prestigious event! South Country LISFA members are:
High School Division (grades 10-12):
Aidan Lundstrom Violin Bellport HS
Elizabeth O'Connor Violin Bellport HS
Patrick Rojas Cello Bellport HS
Junior High Division (grades 8-9):
Madeline Mojallali Cello Bellport HS
Jennifer Ramirez Violin Bellport MS
Middle School Division (grades 6-7):
Isabella Novelli Violin Bellport MS
Charles Rojas Cello Bellport MS
Arielle Strange Viola Bellport MS
Elementary Division (grade 5):
Emily Cafarella Violin Frank P. Long
Karl Charles Bass Frank P. Long
Kai Hatcher Viola Frank P. Long
BHS Students Honored by Brookhaven Town
for Black History Month
Ten students from Bellport High School were recently honored at the Town of
Brookhaven Black History Commission’s 20th Annual Black History Night lebration
on February 4, 2011. African American students who maintained a cumulative GPA
of 3.0 and above were recognized for their accomplishments. Students, parents
and administrators Bruce Muro, Assistant Principal at Bellport High School and
Stanley Pelech, Assistant Superintendent for Educational Services were present
to congratulate students. A dinner provided by the Town of Brookhaven was served
after the ceremony.
(L to R) Delores Bryant, Jade Morris, Mr. and Mrs. Roberts
with son Qwante Beasley-Roberts, Bellport High School Assistant Principal Bruce
Muro and Kelsey Diaz.
Timothy Hogan Named a 2010-11 Long
Island Educator of the Month
Joseph L. Cipp, Jr. Superintendent of the South Country School District is
pleased to announce that Mr. Timothy Hogan, Chairperson of Music for the
district has been named the 2010-2011 Dowling College/News 12 Long Island
Educator of the Month. Mr. Hogan has been teaching music for 31 years. He is the
Bellport High School master educator/music teacher, chairperson, conductor of
the Wind Ensemble, Flute Choir and teaches Music Fundamentals and Beginning
Piano.
Mr. Hogan’s past accomplishments include being the Director of the
Middle School Jazz Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Music Appreciation and Music
Theory. He presently chairs the All-County Music Festivals annually and is the
active in the New York State Music Association at the local and state levels.
Mr. Hogan is held in the highest regard with his students as proven by being
voted two years in a row “Most Respected Teacher”.
A formal presentation was recently made to Mr. Hogan by Dr. Clyde Payne, Dean of
School of Education. Administrators, Board of Education Members and teachers
were present to share in the celebration.
Bellport High School - Long Island Challenge
Update
Bellport High School’s Long Island Challenge Team left New York City with two
more victories after defeating Port Jefferson (320-270) and Cold Spring Harbor
(404-286). The team under the expert tutelage of Paul Feltman, Social Studies
teacher at Bellport High School will compete again on March 2, 2011. Two more
wins from Elise Budd, Gourav Khadge (Captain), Chris Lisinski, Steven Seidman
and alternate Junior Mark Maranan will have Bellport High School capturing the
Suffolk County title.
Athletes Ryan Sloan and Mike Burton Win
Athletic Scholarships
Congratulations to Athletes Mike Burton and Ryan Sloan. Mike signed an athletic
scholarship with C. W. Post. Ryan signed an athletic scholarship with Syracuse
University.
Link to Newsday
Link to MSG
Parents and friends of Ryan Sloan (left sitting) and
Mike Burton (right sitting) celebrating their signing of scholarships.
Gregg Sarra from MSG Varsity interviews Mike Burton.
Teacher Ms. Hays (picked by Ryan) celebrate success with
Mr. and Mrs. Carson and Ryan Sloan (Syracuse hat).
Gregg Sarra from MSG Varsity interviews Ryan Sloan.
Bellport High School Presents
FIDDLER ON THE ROOF
Friday February 11th, 2011
Saturday February 12th, 2011
@ 7:30 pm
We are currently selling tickets for this year's Musical Fiddler on the Roof. If
you would like to attend the performance, please complete the attached ticket
order form. Tickets are $10.
Additionally, we are currently preparing our Playbill and would like to offer
you an opportunity to purchase an ad/booster. It’s a great way to acknowledge
the graduating seniors and the entire cast that have worked so hard on the show.
The cost this year is as follows:
¼ page………………………$20
½ page………………………$30
Full page…..………………..$50
Lines are available for $5 and $10
Font size will vary accordingly. Message will be edited for content, if
necessary.
Please drop off your ad/booster in the main office to my attention by Wednesday,
Friday 4, 2011.
Thanks, Barbara Gallagher, Producer
Long Island Challenge to Showcase BHS
Academic Stars
On January 31st several academic stars of BHS will travel to NYC to compete in
rounds 2 and 3 of the prestigious Long Island Challenge. The competitors are
seniors Gourav Khadge, Elise Budd, Chris Lisinski, Steven Seidman and junior
Mark Maranan. The team has been practicing for several months for this
competition and is looking forward to moving on in the competition.
(L to R) Advisor and teacher Mr. Paul Feltman, with seniors
Steven Seidman, Elise Budd, Gourav Khadge, Chris Lisinski, and junior Mark
Maranan on the NYC set of Long Island Challenge.
South Haven School Holiday Feast
On December 22, 2010, students and staff at the South Haven School enjoyed a
holiday celebration made possible due to generous donations from Nestle
Corporation and DiCarlo Foods. As part of a discussion on various holiday
traditions, the feast and canvas gift-bags stuffed with items for personal use
were provided to pupils, faculty, and support staff. Appreciation for the
kindness shown by the sponsors was shared by all.
Community members enjoy food together at the South Haven
Holiday Feast.
Chemis-Tree Ornamented with Chemis-Glee
Students in Mrs. Lois Beuhler’s Chemistry classes at Bellport High School
continued this year with a chemis-tree tradition started by Mrs. Beuhler in
1991. Students select a particular chemical element, make an ornament regarding
that element and present it to the class in a “Celebration of the Elements”. The
ornaments reflect the name, history, uses and chemical properties of their
particular element.
Back (L to R): Jean-Vincent DaSilva, Ryan McGlynn, Sam
Hoff, Dan Garisto, Daniel Santana, Brandon Santana.
Front (L to R): Mrs. Lois Beuhler, Bianca Lastra, Elise Budd, Michele Henriksen.
Three Clubs -- One Holiday Choir Full of Cheer
On Wednesday December 15th, seventeen Bellport High School students and two
teachers went on a walking field trip in 20 degree weather to spread holiday
cheer to some of our local elderly community members. Some members of the Future
Teachers of America Club, the Interact Club, and the Italian Club, along with
two Club advisors, Mrs. Plain and Mrs. Hines, walked from the Bellport High
School to the Bell Haven Nursing home to sing holiday carols for the residents
and day care participants of the facility. It was truly a heartwarming
experience for all involved. The club members felt that it is important to give
back to the community and show respect and appreciation to the elder members of
their community. Two of the students that participated in the event have
relatives that reside at the Bell Haven Nursing Home and were able to visit with
their family members during the trip.
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Students Apprentice With MSG to Film BHS
Events
Several students from Bellport High School have the unique opportunity to work
with Madison Square Garden Varsity (MSG) using video equipment to document
special events in the South Country School District. The videos are then edited
by the students in the new Apple Computer-Mac Lab. Students will be covering
district wide events throughout the school year which can be viewed on MSG
Varsity.com.
Pictured (L to R) are Jack Nix, Alexis Lucena, Benjamin
Meadows, Darrell Johnson, Mr. Payne, Art teacher, Zachary Towlen, Yova Bundra,
Mr. Varley, Art teacher and Claire Minicozzi.
Rebecca Murphy Selected for Tri-State
NCWIT Award
Senior Rebecca Murphy, a student in both A.P. Computer Science and A.P.
Calculus, has been awarded the National Council for Women and Information
Technology Award for the Tri-State Area. The NCWIT Award for Aspirations in
Computing honors young women at the high school level for their computing
related achievements and interests. Selected from an exceptionally strong pool
from the New York, New Jersey and Connecticut areas, Rebecca is being recognized
for her computing and IT (information technology) aptitude, leadership ability,
academic history, and plans for post-secondary education. She is also being
considered for the NCWIT national award. Rebecca will be honored at an award
ceremony in May at the Eventi Hotel in Manhattan.
Rebecca Murphy, Winner of the 2010 NCWIT Award for the
Tri-State area.
Congratulations to the BHS Clippers for
Clinching their 6th Long Island Championship Football Title
Travis Houpe had two rushing touchdowns, including a 3-yard run with 1:23 left
to lift Bellport to a 26-21 win over Garden City in the Long Island Class II
championship at Stony Brook on Saturday afternoon. It was the sixth straight win
for Bellport (9-3). Justin Honce had two touchdown passes, including a 28-yard
strike to Mike Burton with under a minute left in the first half to give
Bellport a 20-14 lead at the break. Patrick Berkery led Garden City (10-2) with
two rushing touchdowns, including a 1-yard run with 2:18 left in the third to
give the Trojans a 21-20 lead.
Link toNewsday Article
Article in South Shore Press
Coach Cipp Wins...
Coach Joseph Cipp won his 211th game making him the coach with the most
victories in Suffolk Country Public High School Football history.
Congratulations Coach Cipp.
Newsday Article
Link to MSG
Interview with Coach Cipp
On Saturday, December 4th at 3:30 pm, the 2010 Long Island & Suffolk County
Division II Championship Football Team will have a parade conducted in their
honor through the streets of Bellport Village. The parade will start at Station
Road and Kreamer Street and head south on Bellport Lane to the corner of Bell
Street. This parade will recognize the outstanding season had by the Bellport
Football program and the community they represent.
In addition, we will be honoring Head Coach Joseph L. Cipp Jr., who this season
became the most winning football coach in Suffolk County history when he
finished the season with 211 total career wins.
Team Honored by Brookhaven Town - click photo for article
Congratulations to the BHS Girl's Volleyball
Team As 2010 Suffolk County Championship Winners
The girls' volleyball team finished the fall season as Suffolk County Champions.
They lost a heart breaker in 5 games, to a strong team from Wantagh. The 2010
team is Bellport’s first Volleyball County Champions!
Link to MSG Link to UA
Link to UA
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Three Bellport High School Musicians Selected
for 2010 All-State Performing Ensembles
The selection committees for the 2010 New York State Music Conference
selected three Bellport High School musicians to perform at this year’s
All-State NYSSMA Winter Music Conference. The festival and Conference, will take
place in Rochester, NY, beginning Thursday, December 2nd, through Sunday,
December 5th. Two days of concert performances will be held at the renowned
Eastman Theater of the Eastman School of Music. Bellport High School All-State
musicians include:
Kelsey Dulmovits Trumpet Symphonic Band
Kyle McAleese Tenor Mixed Chorus (alt.)
Kristin Vignona Alto Mixed Chorus
Each student was notified of their acceptance to the All-State Music Conference
by mail in late August. They are one of 900 other student musicians selected to
perform in one of the eight prestigious All-State performing ensembles. This
represents a remarkable achievement, as there were approximately 4,500 students
that auditioned statewide for a position in the All-State Music Festival.
Performing ensembles include the All-State Band, Wind Ensemble, Mixed Chorus,
Womens Chorus, Symphony Orchestra, String Orchestra, Instrumental and Vocal Jazz
Ensemble. South Country had approximately 25 high school students audition for
All-State last spring.
The music department is very proud to have Kelsey, Kyle and Kristin represent
Bellport High School and the South Country Central School District at this
highly celebrated event!
Eleven Bellport High School Musicians
Selected For 2010 All-County Music Festival
Eleven Bellport High School musicians were chosen to participate in the 2010
High School All-County Music Festival. The Suffolk Chapter of the New York State
Council of Administrators of Music Education (NYSCAME) and the Suffolk Music
Educators’ Association (SCMEA) sponsor this event jointly.
Bellport has representatives in all four performing groups, the All-County Band,
Mixed Chorus, Women’s Chorus and Symphony Orchestra. Over 14 hours of rehearsals
will culminate in a concert performance at Half Hollow Hills High School East on
Friday, November 19th.
Selections were made based upon each student’s NYSSMA Solo Festival rating and
nominations submitted by school music teachers last June. This festival
recognizes Suffolk’s most accomplished high school music students in grades 11
and 12. Representing Bellport are:
All-County Band:
Elise Budd Clarinet
Kelsey Dulmovits Trumpet
Sam Hoff Trumpet
Chris Lisinski Trumpet
Kyle McAleese Euphonium
Jordan Zavesky Bass Clarinet
All-County Mixed Chorus:
Taylor Drenzyk Tenor
Jennifer Laroux Soprano
All-County Women’s Chorus:
Caitlin Francis Alto
Kristen Vignona Alto
All-County Symphony Orchestra:
Rachel Celentano Bassoon
Flower of Hope for Haiti
The devastation on January 13, 2010 near Port au Prince, Haiti touched a
substantial amount of lives. People from all around the world contributed
financial aid, support and time to those who survived the disastrous earthquake.
Ms. Conk’s sculpture class at Bellport High School created a “Flower of Hope”.
This “Flower of Hope” is dedicated not only to the people who lost their lives
but also to those who are and have been in turmoil due to this catastrophic
disaster. Ms. Conk’s sculpture class built this memorial out of recyclable metal
to show that when something seems unfeasible it can still become something
beautiful; as a symbol of hope to Haiti survivors who believe their lives have
been broken beyond repair.
This beautiful sculpture is now displayed in the Bellport High School Atrium for
all to reflect on as students and staff moves around the building.
“The Flower of Hope” was constructed under the direction of
Ms. Lisa Conk, Bellport High School Art teacher and the following students:
Keisha Allen, Tim Badillo, Kia Brothers, Nicole Cavaliere, Rebecca DeVaney,
Deanna Garbarino, Sebastian Gonzales-Santiago, Nakeisha Jackson, Sean Kempf,
Faye Lawlor, Jaquille Marcelle, Whitney Mc Burnie, Robert McKay, Kyle Milken,
Amir Mukhtarzada, Lindsay Petrocelli, Jessica Repetti, Lisa Scatuccio, Robert
Schwicke, Renee Sanzatimore, Angel Tharpe, Taylor Edwards, Ximena Plaza-conce
and Amanda Popielarski.
BHS String Quartet Invited to BNL
The Bellport High School String Quartet was invited to perform at the 2010
Brookhaven National Laboratory Open Space Stewardship Celebration. Pictured are
(L to R) Elizabeth O’Connor, Aidan Lundstrom, Patrick Rojas, Paulina Salcedo-Watson
and Orchestra Director James Uzzi.
Malave Receives Dream Scholarship
Nereida Malave a senior at Bellport High School recently received the ADELANTE
“Achieving the Dream” scholarship. As the recipient Nereida was crowned Queen of
the ADELANTE’S 44th Annual Puerto Rican/Hispanic Day Parade held on June 6, 2010
in Brentwood. Nereida was selected for her high academic achievements,
interviewing skills and future goals which include attending the University of
Rochester to pursue the field of Neuroscience. Nereida was honored at a dinner
and treated to a day of pampering where she was taken to select and purchase the
gown that she wore on the day of the parade. This recognition is a high honor
among Latino youth in Suffolk County. Nereida’s achievement is significant,
combining academic excellence with an extraordinary commitment to our community.
BHS Students Attend LI Latino Teacher Assoc./SCCC
Conference
The Long Island Latino Teachers Association, Inc. in collaboration with Suffolk
Community College recently held a conference entitled “Men Leaders Paving Paths
for Young Men.” This motivation workshop/conference was attended by ten of
Bellport High School’s students together with Social Workers Maribel Bell,
Melissa Lopez and Foreign Language teacher, Oscar Norena. The ultimate goal of
this conference was to have these young men become inspired, empowered and
motivated through knowledge and professional role models while being encouraged
to pursue higher education after high school. The panelists presenting at this
workshop were successful in the fields of education, social work,
medicine/health, science/technology, law, politics, arts, journalism and
business.
South Country School District Art Festival
On Saturday, March 20th the Art Department from the South Country School District held an Art Festival at the Bellport Middle School. The 9th annual festival was open to the entire community. Under the direction of Art Chair Suzette Fandale the gymnasium was transformed into “hands on” experiences with a myriad of art projects available for students. Creativity and originality were expressed by students participating in sand art, cartoon character drawing, papermaking, face painting, tie dye t-shirts to name a few. Students were greeted and worked alongside over 30 student volunteers and art teachers in the South Country School District. Two beautiful glass mosaic windows were created at the festival under the direction of art teacher Lisa Conk and will be donated to the South Country Education Foundation’s Annual Cocktail Auction.
(L to R) Brittany Miller and Faye Lawlor help out at the
paper marking station
at this year’s Art Festival.
Dip Into the Inkwell and Explore Your Creative
Side
The South Country School District recognized the Inkwell Writer’s Club advisor
Don Uhrie and club member Hilda De Los Santos at its bi-monthly meeting
Wednesday March 10th.
In a celebration at Bellport High School for Black History Month, Inkwell
provided the literary component by reading poetry from such prominent authors as
Maya Angelou and Langston Hughes. Another, less prominent, but aspiring young
writer, Hilda Del Los Santos, brought her creative flair to the celebration by
reading her own original poem entitled “Two People.” Her heartfelt and powerful
words were well received by all. Other club members also attended and
participated in the celebration.
Shortly thereafter, the district requested that Hilda share her poem at the
Board of Education meeting on March 10th. Both Hilda, and the Inkwell club
advisor, Don Uhrie, were recognized for their outstanding participation in the
Inkwell Club.
Inkwell was formed early in the 2009 / 2010 school year. The club was initiated
by its current advisor Don Uhrie, who teaches English at the Bellport High
School. Inkwell was formed in order to provide an environment to nurture the
creative side of Bellport High School’s many talented and spirited students. The
goal was to create a forum that provided our students with a safe and nurturing
environment conducive towards self expression of the written word. By nurturing
the writer within our young people, Bellport High School’s Inkwell Club has
provided another vehicle to aid in the academic as well as personal growth of
its students.
Pictured is Mr. Uhrie, Inkwell Club Advisor and student
writer Hilda De Los Santos.
Clipper Classic 2010 Planning Begins
Another healthy outdoor activity is being planned in the South Country
community. The "Clipper Classic 5K" race will be held on Sunday, July 11th,
2010. The event is in the initial stages of organization and volunteers are
needed! Contact Roger May at
clipper5k@optonline.net
Team Poulos Invites Others to Join Relay for
Life
South Country School District is hosting the American Cancer Society Relay for
Life at Bellport High School June 18th – 19th, 2010. Ms. Diane Poulos, Health
Teacher and Mr. Joseph Cipp, Head Football Coach, have organized this community
event to help fight cancer. Ms. Poulos along with her group of volunteer
students known as “Team Poulos” are asking the community to participate. For
information please contact dpoulos@southcountry.org or www.relayforlife.org/southcountryNY
or gail.tuohey@cancer.org.
(L to R) Joanna Benavides, Nicole Hamill, Sylvia Glover,
Lauren Fujii, Meagan Briggs, Kelly Palace, Tyler Furia, Vanessa Verni, Brittney
Miller, Anna Strano and Lauren Staudt.
Claudio Receives Prestigious Grant from St.
Joseph's
Mr. Nelson C. Briggs, Principal of Bellport High School and Mrs. Darlene Dowler,
Guidance Counselor are proud to announce that Candace Claudio has been selected
to receive the St. Joseph’s College Presidential Grant. This prestigious award
covers full tuition to St. Joseph’s College for four years.
O'Connor a Finalist in National Merit
Scholarship Program
Katherine F. O’Connor a senior at Bellport High School has met all requirements
to advance to Finalist standing in the National Merit Scholarship Program.
Katherine is one 16,000 semifinalists named in September 2009 who will be
considered for a National Merit Scholarship to be offered in 2010. Katherine has
advanced to Finalist standing in the National Merit Scholarship Program of 2010
by demonstrating through distinguished performance high potential for future
academic accomplishment.
Newsday Article on BHS Basketball Links Team
Captain with ELA Class
Bellport Boys Varsity Basketball Coach Peter Grossi and Captain Connor Fedge
recently were the topic of discussion in Mr. Wayne Caldicott’s class during a
current events/language arts lesson with Ms. Kathy Mulligan, Speech Pathologist
at Bellport High School. Mr. Caldicott’s students selected a sports article from
Newsday detailing Bellport’s win over Deer Park. The article featured Connor in
a great action shot doing one of his trademark moves to the basket. Connor
joined the class for the lesson and signed copies of the article. Coach Grossi
gave the students the now popular “Clipper Crazies” tee shirts and students were
personally invited to attend the next home game.
Seated signing copies of the article is Captain Connor
Fedge. Standing Coach Peter Grossi, students Dashawn Young and Nicole DiGiogia.
Fifteen Bellport High School Musicians
Selected To Division III All-County Music Festival
Fifteen Bellport High School musicians will participate in the 2010 Division III
All-County Music Festival on March 6, 12, and 13. This event is sponsored by the
Suffolk Music Educators’ Association (SCMEA). Faculty and students from 25
school districts throughout eastern Suffolk County will participate in this very
special event. Bellport will have representatives in each of the three
performing groups, All-County Band, Chorus, and Orchestra. The three-day
festival will culminate in a concert performance at Sachem East High School on
Saturday, March 13th, at 8:00 p.m.
This festival recognizes Suffolk’s most accomplished high school music students
in grades 9 and 10. Selections were made based upon each student’s 2009 NYSSMA
Solo Festival evaluation rating and nominations submitted by school music
teachers. Selected to the 2010 Division III All-County Music Festival are:
Division III Band:
Julia Bellante Clarinet
Rachel Celentano Bassoon
Daniel Garisto Clarinet
Emily Hoff Flute
Sam Hoff Trumpet
Bianca Lastra Clarinet
Andrew Martinez Tenor Sax
Jordan Zavesky Bass Clarinet
Division III Chorus:
Lianna Hosein Soprano
Kane McAleese Tenor
Devohne Moore Tenor
Jack Nix Tenor
Division III Orchestra:
Aiden Lundstrum Violin
Elizabeth O’Connor Violin
Patrick Rojas Cello
Math Team Ranked Among Highest in County
The Bellport High School Math Team is now ranked 17th out of 104 teams in the
county. At the December Meet at William Floyd High School Katherine O’Connor
scored a perfect six out of six. Gourav Khadge scored four correct out of six.
January’s meet at Patchogue Medford High School had two students, Katherine
O’Connor and Gourav Khadge scoring perfect with six out of six. Begum Mavruk,
Berk Mavruk and Arya Seghatoleslami all scored five out of six. A county meet
was held on January 8, 2010 at Suffolk Community College. Katherine O’Connor had
a perfect score on the multiple choice questions. High scorers were 11th grade
Gourav Khadge, 10th grade Berk Mavruk and 9th Grade Emily Hoff. Mrs. Patricia
Bodkin is the Math Team Advisor.
BHS Student Artwork Displayed at Southampton's
Parrish Museum
Artwork created by 19 Bellport High School students was recently exhibited at
the Parrish Museum in Southampton. The show entitled Students View American
Views was open from December 12th to January 10th. The artwork of the students
from Bellport High School was in response to the collections at the Parrish
Museum using a variety of mediums including drawing, painting, photography and
mixed media. The pieces have been brought back and are now on display in the BHS
Lobby.
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(Above L) Ali Blumenthal, a junior at Bellport High
School, stands beside her work Tractor, pen and ink.
(Above R) Ms. Conk and Mr. Gauler, art teachers at Bellport High School, admire
the work of Bellport High School students.
BHS Team of Scholars Compete in "The
Challenge"
Tune in to Channel 14 at 6:30 PM on January 25th to see Bellport High School's
Long Island Challenge team take on Central Islip in the 1st round of this annual
academic tournament. The BHS team is composed of members Paul Celentano, Connor
Fedge, Gourav Khadge, Katie O'Connor (Captain) and Meredith Weber. The team next
competes on March 3rd for rounds 2 and 3.
Photo courtesy of The Challenge
Members of the 2010 BHS Team for The Challenge are (L to R) Connor Fedge, Paul
Celetano, Katie O'Connor, Gourav Khadge and Meredith Weber.
Cavaliere Recognized for Photography at South
Bay Art Exhibit
Nicole Cavaliere, a senior at Bellport High School won special recognition for
her photography exhibit at the South Bay Art Association Student Scholarship Art
Exhibit in November. Her photographs were judged amongst 13 participating high
schools from Long Island. Nicole plans on studying art after graduation from
Bellport High School in June, 2010.
Nicole Cavaliere holds her award winning photography.
BHS Students in Leadership Council of New
"Compassion Without Borders" Program
On October 22, 2009 ten students from Bellport High School visited Harborfields
High School to discuss a newly created program called Compassion without
Borders. This program was developed by the Suffolk County Principals’
Association to provide leadership opportunities for students. The first goal for
students involved in this leadership council is to raise money for Dylan’s
Footprint Foundation. Dylan Thompson a 16 year old sophomore from Harborfields
has been diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystophy. Because of this physically
debilitating disease students are coming together to raise money to assist in
renovations at Dylan’s house so it can be handicapped accessible. The Bellport
High School Compassion without Borders students have pledged to raise $1,000 to
help support Dylan and his family.
Students (Clockwise from Front Left) Destiny Ivory,
Najiyyah George, Danica Vilpin, Gennaro Basilicato, Sandra Rosales,
Shakeyah Williams, Tanasia Peacock, Imani Busby, Matthew Becker, and Lamar
Silver.
You're Invited SOUTH BAY ART ASSOCIATION
STUDENT ART SHOW
Bellport Community Center, Bell Street, Bellport
Opening Reception - Friday, November 20th from 7:30 to 9:30 PM
Saturday, November 21st form 10 AM to 6 PM
Sunday, November 22nd from 10 AM to 3 PM
Bellport has 8 Seniors Exhibiting Work in this Show:ELLPORT HIGH SCHOOL HAS 8
SENIORS
Cruz Bautista
Nicole Brown
Nicole Cavaliere
Megan Lane
Will Rose
Lisa Scatuccio
Annie Trezza
Aaron Ware
Bellport High School Proudly presents the 2009
Drama Production...
The Brothers Grimm Spectaculathon
Dinner Theater Experience
Friday, November 6th
Dinner @ 6pm
Show @ 7:30
Saturday, November 7th
Show @ 7:30
TICKETS $8
One Complimentary Ticket for Staff Members
For more information please contact Barbara Gallagher at HS or bgallaher@southcountry.org
Community Health Fair Huge Success
On Tuesday, October 5th and 6th Bellport High School hosted a Health Fair.
Community members, mental and physical health organizations, fire and ambulance
department personnel, coaches, political representatives and students gathered
in the gyms to share their material and information. Ms. Diane Poulos, event
coordinator, organized this fair to alert the community of all the resources
available to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Parents were invited to visit the
fair during free periods at the yearly scheduled Meet the Teacher Night at
Bellport High School. The Culinary Arts classes of Mrs. Camille Masem and Mrs.
Sheila Smith demonstrated their talent and creativity by providing healthy
snacks. Students prepared food and smoothies for Health Fair/Meet the Teacher
Night attendees. Culinary Arts is part of the new career pathways program in the
Business Department.
2 PHOTOS in table - TO COME
Pictured at the healthy food sample table are (L to R)
Culinary Arts students Gennaro Basilicato and John Langenbach.
Students who assisted Ms. Poulos in organizing the Health Fair were: (Top L to
R) Joanna Benavides, Lauren Fujii, Tyler Furia, Vanessa Verni and Lauren Staudt,
and (Front L to R) Reina Van Florcke, Anna Strano and Meagan Briggs.
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration
Bellport High School kicked off Hispanic Heritage Month by welcoming their two
new Latina Social Workers to the high school. Mrs. Bell and Mrs. Lopez
introduced a little bit of their Hispanic culture by sharing traditional Puerto
Rican dishes with their fellow coworkers. Highlights were shared during morning
announcements. Hispanic Heritage Month ran from September 15th to October 15th,
in celebration of all Latino cultures and their contributions to society.
(L to R) Mrs. Maribel Bell and Mrs. Melissa Lopez.
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