Administration
Superintendent of Schools
Mr. Antonio Santana
December 2024
It’s hard to believe we are already in December and well into the school year. The months have been filled with great moments in our learning community as our students continue to work towards academic growth and achievement while participating in various extracurricular activities. Watching their achievements unfold has been truly inspiring and serves as a reminder of the strength and potential within our district.
As part of our ongoing commitment to growth and improvement, South Country recently concluded its Thought Exchange survey. The valuable input we received will inform the strategic planning process, which will begin this month and continue in the months ahead. This collaborative effort will ensure we remain focused on achieving our common goals of student success, safety, and overall district excellence.
December is also a joyous month. Aside from our winter sports, we have a lot of great activities planned for all our learners with an emphasis on bringing the holiday spirit to our entire learning community. It should be noted that while the holidays bring lots of joy, for some it's a time of year that can be very difficult and filled with mixed emotions. As a school district, we have the incredible opportunity to provide a safe haven and holiday joy for community members who perhaps struggle. During the month of December, we will be hosting a variety of events that include, but are not limited to, Bellport High School’s Winter Concerts, Month Long Toy Drive, a food drive, Holiday Concerts and dance at the middle school, Brookhaven Elementary School’s Winter Wonderland, Kreamer Street Elementary School’s Winter Concert, and the Holiday Concert at Verne W. Critz. There is much more in store for our students. Please support our various activities and help us spread holiday cheer to our entire community!
December also provides three continuous weeks of instruction, so please join us in encouraging all of our learners to buckle down and keep up with their academics. This is a great time to develop good study skills and habits! Your feedback and collaboration is always important to us as we continue to work collectively towards the success of our students. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.
There is so much to be proud of in our district, and through reflection and teamwork, we will continue to move forward together.
As always, it is a real pleasure to serve the South Country Community as its superintendent of schools. We want to take this opportunity to wish all of our South Country families and community members a safe and joyful holiday season and a prosperous new year.
Please stay safe and healthy!
Sincerely,
Antonio Santana
Superintendent of Schools
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