Frank P. Long fifth grader Reagan Kellerman has earned a scholarship through the Long Island String Festival Association to attend the South Country Education Foundation’s Summer Camp summer music camp. The talented violinist was granted the award for her participation in LISFA and a scholarship application process. She has taken part in the South Country Education Foundation’s Summer Camp for the past two years.

Date Added: 5/14/2025

For its dedication to music, the South Country School District has been distinguished with a 2025 Best Communities for Music Education designation from the nonprofit NAMM Foundation. The district is one of 935 school districts from across the nation to earn the award.

To receive the recognition for the 12th year in a row, South Country demonstrated outstanding achievement in its efforts to provide music access and education to all students. The district was required to answer detailed questions about its program, including funding, music class participation, instruction time and support.

Date Added: 5/13/2025

First grade students at Verne W. Critz Elementary School celebrated their mothers during in-class Mother’s Day celebrations on May 9. They sang songs, presented their mothers with handmade gifts and flowers, and all enjoyed a variety of treats.   

 

Date Added: 5/12/2025

Bellport High School will host its annual College Sports Commitment Day on Monday, June 2, at 3 p.m. in the large gymnasium at the high school. Come support our college-bound athletes.

Date Added: 5/12/2025

Following a study of poetry, fourth grade Frank P. Long Elementary School students participated in an engaging poetry slam where they shared poems they had penned. The session concluded with a spontaneous karaoke session and dance-off.

Date Added: 5/9/2025