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42 Bellport Students Selected For SCMEA All-County Music Festival

Music The Suffolk County Music Educators’ Association (SCMEA) selected 42 South Country School District musicians as members of the 2012 All-County Music Festival. Bellport has representatives in all three performing organizations, including the All-County Band, Chorus, and Orchestra. Selections of All-County students were made from NYSSMA Solo Festival evaluation sheets / scores and nominations submitted by district music teachers. The SCMEA All-County Music Festival recognizes Suffolk’s most accomplished music students in grades 5-10.

The students who will represent Bellport are as follows:

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 II Band:
Edward Adler	Clarinet	Middle School
Ashley Berrell	Trombone	Middle School
Brian Foley	Trumpet	Middle School
Rachel Milia	French Horn	Middle School
Justin Roundtree	Trumpet	Middle School

Division III Band:
Adele Ratje-Mundell	Flute	High School
Avery Samuel	Alto Sax	High School


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 II Chorus:
Deanna Dimartino	Alto	Middle School
Madison Sabolenko	Alto	Middle School

Division III Chorus:
Morell Brown	Tenor	High School
Gina-Marie Falk	Soprano	High School
Victoria Lamoreux	Soprano	High School


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

Division II Orchestra:
Charles Rojas	Cello	Middle School
Lili Salcedo-Watson	Cello	Middle School
Arielle Strange	Viola	Middle School

Division III Orchestra:
Christopher Daconto	Bassoon	High School
Joseph L’Ambrose	Timpani	High School
Madeline Mojallali	Cello	High School
Emily Salcedo-Watson	Viola	High School
Jamie Stitt	Violin	High School

Central Office Holds Holiday Gathering For Head Start Students

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.

Pictured is Joseph L. Cipp, Superintendent reading to the children and Bellport High School students singing and reading.

30 BHS Students Participate In "University In The High School" Program

The Bellport High School Business Department is proud to announce that we have 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.

BHS Seniors Study At Adelphi University

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.

Pictured are from left to right: Sajda White and Bridgette Clifton

South Haven School Holiday Celebration

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.

Kreamer Street Elementary School Participates In "Can Tabs For Kids" Program

In this season of giving, there is no better way for young children to get into the holiday spirit than doing what they can in the fight against childhood cancer. With students anticipating the holidays and vacation, Gershow Recycling joined with school officials, elected officials, staff members from Stony Brook Medical Center and students on December 14th to kick off the growing “Can Tabs for Kids” program at Kreamer Street Elementary School in Bellport. The program benefits the Sunrise Fund at Stony Brook University Medical Center, an organization that raises awareness and funds for specific projects to assist families with children fighting childhood cancer.

As part of the Can Tabs for Kids program, students at Kreamer Street Elementary School will bring in aluminum tabs from soft drink and pet food cans that their parents purchased and place them in collection bins located in their classrooms. The bags are taken out of the bins and brought to Gershow, where the contents will be weighed and recycled. The tabs will be collected throughout the school year, and a special assembly will be held to announce the worth of the collected tabs. Each year, Gershow will match the amount cumulatively raised by participating schools, up to $5,000.

“We are very proud to bring Can Tabs for Kids into our school,” said Sean Clark, Principal of Kreamer Street Elementary School. “In addition to raising money for the Sunrise Fund, our students are bringing awareness and hope to other children who have been or will be diagnosed with cancer. We look forward to working with Gershow Recycling in the fight against childhood cancer.”

Pictured: Representatives from Gershow Recycling explain the Can Tabs for Kids Recycling Program to students at Kreamer Street Elementary School.

BHS Student To Attend HOBY Leadership Seminar

School News Bellport High School Principal Bernie Soete is pleased to announce that Connor Cipp will be Bellport High School’s Ambassador at the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership seminar. Connor will attend a conference with some of the country’s brightest high school sophomores. The HOBY mission is to inspire and develop our global community of youth and volunteers to a life dedicated to leadership, service and innovation and bring that experience back to Bellport High School.

Connor Cipp was selected based on his stellar grades, extensive extracurricular activities, and overall commitment to the Bellport High School community. He is in the top 1% of his class, a member of the National Junior Honor Society, Math Honor Society, Science Honor Society, Math Team, Football Team, Lacrosse Team and Athletes Helping Others.

Pictured from left to right: Patricia McCallum, Bellport High School Guidance Department Chairperson, Connor Cipp, Joseph L. Cipp Jr., Superintendent and Linda Rozzi, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum/Instruction and Technology

Frank P. Long “Little Gardeners” Complete First Harvest

South Country School District Members of the Garden Club at Frank P. Long Intermediate School completed their first harvest of the school year. The “Little Gardeners” program begins during the first week of school and synthesizes educational learning with donations to charity, good citizenship and home grown fun in learning. This year’s crop yielded 9 bags of fresh spinach, which the students have decided to donate to the Lighthouse Mission in East Patchogue.

Each season the program begins with basic lessons in ecology and agriculture. To make the lessons come alive, students plant and tend to the vegetable gardens until the quick crops are ready to be picked. Then, students wash, package and finally donate their results to local food pantries or for the benefit of the school cafeteria.

Garden Club Coordinator Peter Cisek said, “The spinach garden was planted in September and the children kept track of its growth on a daily basis. The Lighthouse Mission was a great choice to donate the fresh veggies to because the mission feeds the poor, sick and less fortunate in the children’s own community. This veteran fourth grade teacher further points out, “The children learn invaluable life skills through their actions and interactions with nature and community resources. They realize that there are people that live in their community who go hungry each day and that they can make a difference.”

The “Little Gardeners” have already planned next season’s harvest for the second week in November. With Thanksgiving around the corner we want to make sure that the spinach is picked and ready for someone’s dinner. The students who participate in the program feel they are a part of someone else’s holiday meal and are giving back something to the community.

Pictured from left to right:
Back row Lighthouse Mission Operations Manager, Jon Musser, Garden Club Volunteer, Al Nolan, Garden Club Coordinator, Peter Cisek
Middle row Christina Nunez, Shannon Bruce, Zachary Ostrowski, Mikayla Gerardi
Front row Giannah Hicks, Colby Johnson, Sarah Neese, Dillian Kincel, Grace Rojas

South Country School District Hosts Naval Academy Midshipmen

South Country School District 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 are left to right:
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.

South Haven School Student Awards

South Haven School in the South Country School District recently presented awards for the first marking period of the 2011-2012 school year. Ms. Lisa Zaccaro, Principal was pleased to present Leah Liggons with the Citizenship Award, Briana Norales with the Highest GPA Award and Monisha Prior with the Best overall Attendance Award. Ms. Zaccaro is very proud of her student’s accomplishments.

Pictured from left to right are:
Leah Liggons, Briana Norales and Monisha Prior

Bellport Middle School Hosts Civil Air Patrol Open House

South Country School District The Bellport Middle School recently hosted the Civil Air Patrol’s Open House event. During this event the community was provided with information regarding career possibilities in the fields of aviation and aerospace. The event included a presentation of awards by guest of honor NYS Senator Lee Zeldin.

Pictured from left to right:
Brian Ginty, Principal, Cadet 2nd Lt. Ambar Durango, Cadet Captain Mark Duffy, Cadet 2nd Lt. Kimberly Nocita, Senator Lee Zeldin, Lt Col. Louis Fenech

Bellport High School Honor Society Inducts 90 New Members

The Bellport High School Chapter of the National Senior Honor Society which was given its Charter on March 15, 1954 recently held its induction ceremony for 90 new members. The Bellport Chapter currently has 136 members. The members are expected to participate in community service, be leaders in the community, and maintain high standards in character and academic excellence. The Bellport NSHS Chapter sponsors three Long Island Blood Service Blood Drives each year. At the November 4, 2011 blood drive 102 pints of blood were donated. The next blood drive will be on March 1, 2012 and May 15, 2012.

Bellport High School Art Students "Get Lost"

South Country School District “The idea is to have no idea. Get lost. Get lost in the landscape.” An artist constantly believes this. The students of the Advanced Placement Studio Art class at Bellport High School had the pleasure of meeting and exploring the studio of a local legend. Malcolm Morely is a famed artist living in the town of Brookhaven. He let the students into his world to see and understand how art is created. His dynamic paintings of planes and the creation of super-realism are just something to take note of this famous artist. At eighty, Morely continues to work and create. The students were so proud and honored to be able to visit his workspace and meet the man behind the name.

Coat, Hat and Glove Drive

The Student Council at Frank P. Long Intermediate School is conducting a “Coat, Hat and Glove Drive.” Students along with Advisor Mr. Robert Keenan will be collecting new and gently used gloves, hats and coats to be distributed to local shelters. The drive will be held until December 16th. The Student Council is asking for all community members to help the less fortunate at this time of need.

Verne W. Critz Student Exhibits Art

South Country School District Thomas Johnston, a third grade student at Verne W. Critz School recently had his artwork showcased at the Long Island Museum of American Art in the Village of Stony Brook. The exhibit entitled The Colors of Long Island was attended by Art Teacher, Mr. Joseph Vasso admiring his student’s clay leaf mounted and displayed in a shadow box.

Kreamer Street Elementary Students Learn About Adinkra Cloths

South Country School District Third grade students at Kreamer Street Elementary School recently read a story in their reading anthology in which a young girl finds her aunt’s Adinkra cloth and learns all about it. Adinkra cloths originate from the country of Ghana and contain intricate symbols which signify many different things. On November 16th, the third graders were visited by Mr. Ababio, whose own children attended Kreamer Street Elementary. Mr. Ababio brought three of his Adinkra cloths to show the children. He discussed the history of the cloth and explained what the symbols mean. Mr. Ababio was even nice enough to let the children touch the cloths so they could see how heavy the material is. Then, he allowed students to try it on, showing them the proper way the Adinkra cloth is worn. It was a valuably learning experience that enabled the children to make a connection to something they read about. Thank you, Mr. Ababio, for showing us that learning can be fun!

Bellport Middle School Students Build Green Transportation

Mr. Baker’s sixth grade technology students at Bellport Middle School have been making solar powered vehicles. They constructed and tested their machines using a photovoltaic cell. A photovoltaic cell is a device that turns the sun’s rays into electricity. Students tested their vehicle first using battery power to make sure that the motor, the gears and the wheels and axels worked as they should. They learned that the solar cell would not produce electricity on cloudy days. His seventh grade students are doing experiments with solar energy. They worked with a solar cell and a conveyor to see how solar energy could be used for manufacturing.

Bellport Middle School Participates in the G.R.E.A.T. Program

Bellport Middle School 6th grade students participated in a Gang Resistance Education and Training Program in their Social Studies classes. The students learned many things including the truth about gangs and violence, and student roles in their families, schools and communities. The G.R.E.A.T. officers also work with the students on goal setting, effective communication, empathy, responding to peer pressure, anger management, and conflict resolution. Students get to participate in role playing activities, small group work, class discussions, and brainstorming sessions. The students are had a G.R.E.A.T. time while learning valuable life lessons.

Bellport High School Students Win Art Awards

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 from the SBAA for her digital photograph, Merge. Elfe Marschall won special recognition from SBAA for her digital photograph Alone. Eight seniors from Bellport High School exhibited work this past weekend at the Exhibit.

Kreamer Street Students Honor Our Veterans

SC Schools In honor of Veterans Day, third graders in Ms. Leonardi, Ms. Bartkewicz and Ms. Yee’s classes at Kreamer Street Elementary School created greeting cards for veterans who reside at the Long Island Veterans Home in Stony Brook, NY. After discussing citizenship and patriotism in class, the students wrote letters to the veterans thanking them for risking their lives for our freedom. Many of the students wanted these veterans to know that they have not been forgotten. This was a great way for the students to practice their letter-writing skills, while showing patriotism and honoring great Americans at the same time!

Pictured are Madison Peters and Rian Murphy.

Bellport High School's Annual "Safe Halloween"

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.

Verne Critz School Receives a Book Grant

Book Grant The staff and students at the Verne Critz School are grateful recipients of a grant from Wells Fargo Advisors. The grant was submitted on behalf of Mr. Frank Virno, a parent of a student at the school. The books are offered as part of a literacy partnership between Wells Fargo, Desert Arc and Scholastic, Inc. Scholastic donates the books to Wells Fargo employees who apply for the grant and Desert Arc packages them up to be sent out. Desert Arch is a company committed to enhancing the quality of life for people with developmental disabilities. They provide vocational training, job placement, employment and independent living support. Special thanks to Mr. Virno, Wells Fargo, Desert Arc and Scholastic, Inc for providing wonderful literature to add to our classroom libraries at the Verne W. Critz School!

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.

The elementary and middle school participants will attend rehearsals at John H. Glenn Middle School on Friday, January 20th and Saturday, January 21st. Their festival concert will be presented on Sunday, January 22nd at 1:00 p.m. in the John H. Glenn Middle School auditorium.

Members of the Junior High and High School Division will rehearse at Ward Melville High School on Friday and Saturday February 3rd and 4th. The festival will culminate with a public concert presented on Sunday, February 5th at 1:00 p.m. in the Ward Melville High School auditorium.

In all, six students were chosen from Bellport High School, three 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 High School
Madeline Mojallali	Cello	Bellport High School
Elizabeth O'Connor	Violin	Bellport High School
Patrick Rojas	Cello	Bellport High School

Junior High Division (grades 8-9):
Nichole Kokis	Cello	Bellport High School
Emily Salcedo-Watson	Viola	Bellport High School
Charles Rojas	Cello	Bellport Middle School

Middle School Division (grades 6-7):
Emily Cafarella	Violin	Bellport Middle School
Lily Salcedo-Watson	Cello	Bellport Middle School

Elementary Division (grade 5):
Grace Armann	Violin	Frank P. Long
Benjamin Margolin	Bass	Frank P. Long
Grace Rojas	Cello	Frank P. Long

Bellport High School Challenge Team Takes On Southampton

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

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

Pictured in training Bellport High School students: Michael Paz, Anthony Gennusa, Jake Kramer, Christian Giannone, Brendan Bone and Darrin Nelson. Not pictured is Crystal Mayfield.

Upcoming Student Art Exhibitions

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 18th-20th at the Bellport Community Center, Bell Street, Bellport. The Opening Reception will be Friday, November 18th from 7-9:30, with the award ceremony at 8:00. We have eight art majors exhibiting work at this show.

Over 50 South Country School District students in grades 1-12 will exhibit work in the Long Island Museum At Stony Brook Colors of Long Island Student Expressions, November 18th – December 31st, with an opening reception on Sunday, November 20th from 2:00-4:00.

Eleven Bellport High School Musicians Selected For 2011 All-County Music Festival

Eleven Bellport High School musicians were chosen to participate in the 2011 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 Huntington High School on Friday, November 18th.

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:
Rachel Celentano	Clarinet
Emily Hoff	Flute
Sam Hoff	Trumpet
Andrew Martinez	Tenor Sax
Dan Santana	Alto Sax

All-County Mixed Chorus:
George Holmes	Bass
Lianna Hosein	Soprano

All-County Women’s Chorus:
Katharine Hallewell	Soprano

All-County Symphony Orchestra:
Aidan Lundstrom	Violin
Elizabeth O’Connor	Violin
Patrick Rojas	Cello

South Country School District 9/11 Memorial Ceremony

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.

Jamaican Women's Basketball Team at Bellport High School

During the last week of August South Country School District had the pleasure of having the Jamaican National Women’s’ Basketball Team train in Bellport. The team practiced in the newly refurbished gym of the Bellport Middle School. The team features players from many prestigious universities in the United States who are Jamaican born and are pursuing their dream of an Olympic spot in London in 2012. Much like the famous Bobsled Team these great female athletes are seeking support and training possibilities in the States due to the lack of infrastructures in their country, most of these players have left Jamaica and have joined the ranks of the best players in the United States in Universities like Seton Hall and St. John’s. Special thanks to Nelson C. Briggs, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, Gregory Miglino, Building Services Administrator, Robert McIntyre, Athletic Director, Pietro Piraino, Head Custodian and Joseph Cipp, Superintendent for coming to the aid of the team when they heard the girls were looking for a place to train.

Four Bellport High School Musicians Selected For 2011 All-State Performing Ensembles

The selection committees for the 2011 New York State Music Conference selected four 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 1st, through Sunday, December 4th. Two days of concert performances will be held at the renowned Eastman Theater of the Eastman School of Music.

Each of these students received a perfect score (A+, 100) from state adjudicators on their solo performances at last spring’s NYSSMA Solo Festival held at Riverhead High School, on June 3rd and 4th.

Bellport High School All-State musicians include:

Rachel Celentano	Bassoon	Symphonic Band
Aidan Lundstrom	Violin	String Orchestra
Elizabeth O’Connor	Violin	Symphony Orchestra
Daniel Santana	Alto Saxophone	Symphonic Band (alt.)

Each student was notified of their acceptance to the All-State Music Conference by mail in late August. They are one of 900 other NYS 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, Women's 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 Rachel, Aidan, Elizabeth and Dan represent Bellport High School and the South Country Central School District at this highly celebrated event!

Schools

Pre-Kindergarten Program (At Brookhaven Elementary School)
101 Fireplace Neck Road
Brookhaven, NY
631-730-1700
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Brookhaven Elementary School
101 Fireplace Neck Road
Brookhaven, NY
631-730-1700
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Kreamer Street Elementary School
37 Kreamer Street
Bellport, NY
631-730-1650
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Verne W. Critz Elementary School
185 Dunton Avenue
East Patchogue, NY
631-730-1675
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Frank P. Long Intermediate School
599 Brookhaven Avenue
Bellport, NY
631-730-1725
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Bellport Middle School
35 Kreamer Street
Bellport, NY
631-730-1626
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Bellport High School
205 Beaver Dam Road
Brookhaven, NY
631-730-1575
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South Country School District Administrative Offices
189 Dunton Avenue
East Patchogue, NY
631-730-1500
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The above internet links direct to websites of the South Country Central School District. Photos courtesy of South Country Schools.