Gain valuable experience and help make a special atmosphere for our amazing students in the Locust Valley Central School District. We are now hiring for a wide array of positions. Applicants should submit a letter of interest with their resume to the district office at 22 Horse Hollow Rd., Locust Valley or email Kathleen Sege at ksege@locustvalleyschools.org.
5 months ago, LVCSD News
LVCSD Hiring Fall 2023.
Ten Locust Valley High School students visited the White House Experience in the Roosevelt School at Long Island University to take on some of the world’s most difficult challenges on Oct. 27 as part of National Civics Day. Students from eight Long Island high schools acted as their own presidential cabinets in small groups to deliberate on three different crisis situations and then presented their decisions to and faced questions from students in a room perfectly resembling the White House press room. Students explored the Roosevelt School’s Museum of Democracy, which contains artifacts from past presidents, candidates, first ladies and campaigns and a replica Oval Office. Tweed Roosevelt, the great grandson of President Theodore Roosevelt, also invited students to celebrate the 26th president’s 165th birthday with a cake and cupcakes.
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Ten Locust Valley High Schoolers took part in White House crisis situations at Long Island University’s Roosevelt School on Oct. 27 for National Civics Day.
Locust Valley junior John Hartnett acted as the president who received advice from his cabinet, which included juniors John Gambino, Dylan Mueller and freshman Dominic Spina (left to right), in crisis situations.
Locust Valley and Bayville schools put together some spectacular events throughout Halloween season. Bayville Intermediate students donned their creative costumes for the Halloween Howl in the school gymnasium. They were treated to amazing desserts made by parents and danced the night away into the weekend. Bayville Elementary Parents Council members provided delicious festive treats, as well. The high school and middle school welcomed children throughout the district for Safe Halloween. There, the costumed trick-or-treaters ventured into themed classrooms run by students and staff and got to participate in games, face painting, drawing and more. Locust Valley Intermediate students danced, played and enjoyed treats like cotton candy and popcorn at the Halloween Hullabaloo. Members of the Locust Valley Elementary Parents Council made sure everyone had an amazing time. Finally, on Halloween day, students throughout the district dressed up as their favorite characters, sports heroes and more. Bayville Primary and Ann MacArthur students put on heartwarming shows for their parents at their annual Halloween parades.
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LVCSD Halloween 2023.
LVCSD Halloween 2023.
LVCSD Halloween 2023.
LVCSD Halloween 2023.
LVCSD Halloween 2023.
LVCSD Halloween 2023.
LVCSD Halloween 2023.
LVCSD Halloween 2023.
LVCSD Halloween 2023.
LVCSD Halloween 2023.
With students settled back into their school routine, schools throughout the district had plenty of fun activities going on in October. From Oct. 5-13 the scholastic book fair came to Bayville and Locust Valley elementary schools with great books, toys, posters and more. Members of the Bayville Elementary Parents Council and the Locust Valley Elementary Parents Council set up the shelves and showed students around the fair. The Locust Valley Elementary Parents Council welcomed community members to Ann MacArthur Primary School on Oct. 13 for the Family Picnic. Students munched on treats like popcorn, cotton candy and pizza, played on inflatable slides and the new playground and got their faces painted. On Oct. 16, the middle school and high school Italian clubs announced the winners of its poster contest celebrating Italian American Heritage Month. Congratulations to middle schoolers Joey Jaszczuk, Abigail Madden, Mia Marcantonio, Charlie Ruotolo-Jampol and Liz Vitale, and high schoolers Jake Cobas, Rebecca DiDomizio, Ashley Grella and Vito Ricciardi for your amazing work. On Oct. 18, elementary students in Bayville and Locust Valley celebrated Unity Day by wearing orange and using chalk provided by the Locust Valley Elementary Parents Council and Bayville Elementary Parents Council to write kind messages and heartwarming art with a positive message. Thanks to our school counselors Allison Warfield and Jessica Colombini for bring Unity Day to the district again.
5 months ago, LVCSD News
October in LVCSD.
October in LVCSD.
October in LVCSD.
October in LVCSD.
October in LVCSD.
October in LVCSD.
October in LVCSD.
October in LVCSD.
Come out to support the talented Locust Valley High School Jesters as they bring the story of ‘She Kills Monsters: Young Adventurers Edition’ at the school theater on Nov. 17 and 18 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $12 at the door and $10 at the link here: https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/77825 and in the QR code on the flyer. This production may not be suitable for audiences under the age of 13.
5 months ago, LVCSD News
LVHS Fall Drama 2023.
First grade students at Ann MacArthur Primary School have been learning about rights and responsibilities in their social studies classes. As part of this unit, teachers read students the book “Just Help” by Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor. The book discusses how people young and old can enrich their communities with positive contributions. In the book, Sotomayor asks “How will you help today?” Students came up with ideas for what they can do to help make their home, school and broader community better and drew a picture of what they planned to do. Henry in Kimmarie Herlich’s class said he will be helping his father in their backyard garden. Henry’s classmate Gabbie is going to visit her grandmother and play games like bingo with her.
5 months ago, LVCSD News
AMP Civics Lesson 2023.
The Locust Valley Parents Councils are inviting students to enjoy the night at Adventureland on Nov. 3 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. The park will only be open to our Falcon Family. Food and beverages will be available for purchase at the park. Show your school spirit by wearing your Falcons team jerseys and gear. Register for your spot here https://my.cheddarup.com/c/lvcsd-takes-over-adventurelandb?cart=33ec5348-650d-4c0e-9e47-ec5423912557%21%2166558618. If you have any questions, please call or text Lorie Minicozzi at 516-448-7872 or email at lvmspcpresident@gmail.com. Tickets are limited, so get yours today.
5 months ago, LVCSD News
LVCSD Takes Adventureland.
Locust Valley High School seniors Riley Haas and Kelsey Neves have been named the Class of 2024 valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively. Haas and Neves were recognized by Principal Patrick DiClemente at the district’s board of education meeting on Oct. 18. Haas achieved a weighted average of 109.28 through her academic journey, including 13 IB courses, three Advanced Placement courses, band, guitar and Spanish classes. She also volunteers to play with life skills students’ Unified Basketball team. She was also recognized as an AP Scholar earlier this school year. English teacher Dr. Coleen Comerford described Haas as “attentive, patient, positive and a thoughtful listener with a strong sense of responsibility. Comerford also said that “Beyond her stellar academics, she is remarkable for her kindness and compassion.” Haas is also extremely active in extracurricular clubs and sports, participating in Technology Club, Student Government, stage crew, field hockey, softball, volleyball teams. Additionally, she is an avid sailor and volunteers her time at the Grenville Boys and Girls Club in Locust Valley. Haas is also a talented All-County flute musician and accomplished girl scout pursuing a seal of biliteracy. “I’ve always pushed myself to have high grades,” Haas said. “Last year I noticed that I had a shot at it (valedictorian), and I worked hard to get there.” After she graduates, Haas hopes to study marine engineering. She discovered her love for that subject while away at summer camp during middle school where she built a small boat. Neves has earned a weighted average of 107.4 through her time in Locust Valley, completing seven IB courses, three AP courses, French, physics, forensics, international relations, Model U.N club., band, journalism, computer art and design, ceramics, sculpture and career exploratory. She has also been recognized as a National Merit Commended Student, a National PTA Reflections Literary Program winner and has participated in the All-County music festival. She is also pursuing a seal of biliteracy. After graduating, Neves hopes to continue her passion for creative writing in college. She has been inspired by English teachers Dr. Cumerford and Anthony Vitale. “I knew I enjoyed writing, but I’ve gotten to hone in on that skill,” Neves said. “I was kind of lost as to what direction I wanted to go in the future, but having those outlets helped me figure out what I want to do with my life.” Neves’ extracurriculars include participating in the art, garden, culinary, fashion and Gender-Sexualities Alliance clubs. She is also the editor of school newspaper “Perspective,” the art and literature magazine and the mental health awareness club’s newsletter. “Neves’ diligent efforts, passion for success and overall attention to pursuing all the opportunities to achieve at Locust Valley High School have resulted in her status as the salutatorian,” DiClemente said.
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Locust Valley High School seniors Riley Haas (left) and Kelsey Neves (right) have been named the Class of 2024 valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively.
Seniors, if you have not already, please order your caps and gowns online by Tuesday, Oct. 31. Go to https://herffjonesny.wufoo.com/forms/locust-valley-hs-class-of-2024/ to order your graduation package.
5 months ago, LVCSD News
Cap and Gowns 2024.
Cap and Gowns 2024.
Locust Valley High School will host students throughout the district for Safe Halloween on Oct. 26 from 5-6:30 p.m. Attendees can safely trick or treat, play games and decorate pumpkins at different classrooms with high school student government members and volunteers. Pizza, baked goods and Falcons merchandise will be available for purchase.
5 months ago, LVCSD News
Safe Halloween 2023.
Come to the track at Locust Valley High School for the first Community Breast Cancer Walk hosted by the Pre-Health club, Cancer Awareness Club and high school senior Gianna Palleschi’s charity Pink Pom Pom on Oct. 21 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. There will be raffles, baked good and more. All proceeds will benefit the fight against breast cancer. Stay for the football game at 2 p.m. and cheer for the team on senior day.
5 months ago, LVCSD News
Breast Cancer Walk 2023.
Breast Cancer Walk 2023.
Breast Cancer Walk 2023.
The Locust Valley Central School District hosted a celebration of the diverse families that make up its Falcon Family at the high school cafeteria for Bilingual Night on Oct. 10. Attendees brought meals and deserts from their unique cultures for the 165 community members in attendance to savor during the dinner portion of the night. Students in the high school’s Hispanic Heritage Club and parents volunteered to serve the delicious foods and beverages. Before and after dinner, partygoers reconnected with one another and learned more about the district’s course, counseling and athletic offerings at tables with school staff. Families also learned more about local organizations and businesses that also had tables at the event and sponsored gift baskets for the raffle. District Language Interpreter and Hispanic Heritage Club Advisor Cyndy Ergen has organized Bilingual Night in Locust Valley for the past eight years as a space where families could get important academic information about the district. “I feel happy and proud when I see families smiling, learning and having fun,” Ergen said. “I will continue to encourage parents to be active and involved and give them a voice.”
5 months ago, LVCSD News
Bilingual Night 2023.
Bilingual Night 2023.
Bilingual Night 2023.
Bilingual Night 2023.
Locust Valley High School has earned distinction on the AP School Honor Roll and achieved the AP Access Award for the 2022-2023 school year. This honor is given in recognition of a school’s ability to provide students with access to advanced coursework. The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening access to those programs. Schools earn this status based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit and maximizing college readiness. Schools are reviewed based on their college culture or percent of students in the graduating class who took an AP exam at any point in high school, college credit or percent of students in the graduating class who scored a three or higher on any AP exam in high school and college optimization or percentage of students in the graduating class who took five or more AP classes in high school where at least one exam was taken in ninth or tenth grade. Locust Valley High School attained a gold rating in college credit and college optimization and a silver rating in college culture. The high school also received an AP Access Award for encouraging more low-income and underrepresented minority students to take AP courses. The percentage of students in at least one of these categories who took at least one AP exam before graduation is proportional to or above the school’s student population, demonstrating a clear and effective commitment to equitable access to advanced coursework. “At Locust Valley, our ongoing goal is to provide access to challenging coursework for as many students as possible, broadening their horizons and preparing them for life after graduation,” Director of Guidance and Student Counseling Michelle Villa said. “The recent recognition reflects students’ earnest efforts with rigorous coursework and the related instructional preparation, work and talents among our staff,” Principal Patrick DiClemente said. We are proud as a school to provide multiple diversified instructional programs including Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate and specialized career training through Nassau BOCES and LIHSA.”
5 months ago, LVCSD News
Locust Valley High School has been recognized on the AP School Honor Roll and won an AP Access Award for the 2022-2023 school year.
Aimed at helping students prepare for the future and foster strong connections, the district hosted two informational fairs this October. At Locust Valley High School, students learned about the offerings provided at 57 different colleges and universities as part of the school’s second college mini-fair of the year on Oct. 2. During the event, the building’s juniors and seniors spoke with school representatives and gained further insight on the institutions’ curriculum, campuses and atmosphere. Knowing the important benefits of staying involved in their school, middle school students browsed club choices at the activity fair after school on Oct. 5 on the blacktop behind the school. Students signed up for extracurriculars including music performing groups, robotics, T.V. studio productions and more.
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Fair.
Fair.
Fair.
Fair.
Fair.
The Bayville Elementary Parents’ Council invited students to Bayville Primary School on Oct. 6 for a fun fall fair. Fair goers had plenty of activities to take part in such as decorating pumpkins, making scarecrows, dancing and snacking on tasty treats like cotton candy and popcorn.
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Bayville Fall Fair 2023.
Bayville Fall Fair 2023.
Bayville Fall Fair 2023.
Locust Valley High School will host students throughout the district for Safe Halloween on Oct. 26 from 5-6:30 p.m. Attendees can safely trick or treat, play games and decorate pumpkins at different classrooms with high school student government members and volunteers. Pizza, baked goods and Falcons merchandise will be available for purchase.
6 months ago, LVCSD News
Safe Halloween 2023.
Locust Valley High School seniors Kelsey Neves and Vicente Godoy Moncada have earned 2024 National Merit Scholarship Commended Student and National Hispanic Recognition Scholar status, respectively. Neves is one of 34,000 commended students out of the approximately 1.5 million entrants who received letters of recognition for their outstanding academic promise. Commended Students do not continue into the competition but are still eligible for special scholarships in March 2024. “It was cool to be appreciated for my hard work and to have that recognition felt really good,” Neves said. The commended student is planning to major in English or creative writing in college and was inspired by her past two English teachers Coleen Comerford and Anthony Vitale. She is currently the president of the school’s fashion club, the editor for the art and literature magazine and the mental health awareness club’s newsletter and a member of the Gender-Sexualities Alliance club. Godoy Moncada is one of 10,000 students nationwide selected by the Hispanic Scholarship Fund, which requires students who are planning to enroll full-time in an accredited four-year university to attain a minimum of a 3.0 grade point average. Vicente and his family moved to the district in 2019, after spending time in Chile, Germany, Austria and St. Kitts and Nevis. “No place feels the same, even if they are neighboring each other,” Godoy Moncada said. “It makes you appreciative of the world and different cultures.” Outside of being a Hispanic Scholar, Godoy Moncada is playing volleyball for the first time, is involved in the International Baccalaureate leadership at the school and Odyssey of the Mind. He plans on majoring in architecture in college.
6 months ago, LVCSD News
Locust Valley High School senior Kelsey Neves was named one of 34,000 National Merit Scholarship Commended Students out of a pool of 1.5 million students.
Locust Valley High School senior Vicente Godoy Moncada was named a National Hispanic Recognition Scholar.
Locust Valley High School will host the first district Bilingual Night of the year in the cafeteria on Oct. 10. Students and parents/guardians will be able to enjoy great food and games and learn more about school activities, parent portal and community events. Please contact Cyndy Ergen at 516-782-6500 or cergen@locustvalleyschools.org if you have any questions.
6 months ago, LVCSD News
Bilingual Night Fall 2023.
Five Locust Valley High School students will have their artwork included in the 2024 edition of the Cornell University Cooperative Extension of Nassau County’s annual gardening calendar and guide. Juniors Molly Bowden, Anhelina Grygoriak, Annemie Germans and Gianna Castiglione and senior Victoria Alesi worked on their bright, fruit-focused pieces for the gardening calendar and guide in Melanie Mooney’s art class throughout the first month of school. Students learned about color theory, color mixing and layering as part of the project. Ms. Mooney and her students will be in attendance when The Cornell Cooperative Extension displays the selected works as part of its Family Fun Day at East Meadow Farm on Oct. 23 in the “Art in the Garden” exhibit. “I am honored that their talents are highlighted and celebrated,” Mooney said. “This is an opportunity where the students’ talents can be celebrated in a calendar that is distributed throughout Nassau County.”
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Locust Valley High School students Molly Bowden, Annemie Germans, Anhelina Grygoriak, Gianna Castiglione and Victoria Alesi display their Cornell Cooperative Extension art pieces with teacher Melanie Mooney.
Locust Valley High School’s athletic department and booster club Falcon Pride inducted four new members into its hall of fame during a ceremony at the gymnasium on Sept. 22. Local wrestling legends and brothers Alfred and Robert DeStefanis and multisport athletes Rob McGrorty and John Salvi had their plaques added to the gym walls. Alfred DeStefanis managed records of 17-4-1, 32-3, 27-0 and 20-1 in his four years on the mat for the Falcons, also helping the team to two state titles and its first Nassau County dual meet championship in 1979. Alfred’s older brother Robert DeStefanis had an incredible junior year, putting together a 34-0-1 record and six individual championships, including a New York State one. As a senior, Robert captured Nassau County and New York State championships and led the team in pins, points and record again. Rob McGrorty was an accomplished member of the Falcons’ football and baseball teams, attaining three varsity letters and co-captaining for both. In football, he was named All-Division and Most Valuable Lineman in 1977, and on the diamond McGrorty was All-Division in 1975 and 1977 and All-County and Co-MVP in 1977. John Salvi represented the Falcons in football, wrestling and track and field from 1971 to 1974. Salvi captained the football team from 1972-1974, earning All-Division, All-County and Coaches’ Nassau County team honors. On the wrestling mat, Salvi was the All-Northshore champion with 23 wins in his junior year in 1973. Salvi was also a state champion and double county champion in discus and double county champion in shotput.
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Alfred DeStefanis, Rob McGrorty and John Salvi were inducted into the Locust Valley High School athletic hall of fame on Sept. 22 along with Robert DeStefanis, who could not attend.