Ten students were inducted into the Westhampton Beach High School National Honor Society during a recent ceremony. The new members were inducted in recognition of their demonstrated excellence in service, character, scholarship and leadership. The Westhampton Beach School District extends its congratulations to Trevor Cangelosi, Hudson Caruso, Leonardo DePierro, Abigail Gomez, Matthew Hernandez, Bailey Hudson, Thomas LaMura, Thomas Machin, Hannah Perez and Shannon Simonetta.

Westhampton Beach Elementary School students brought the spirit of the season to life on Oct. 31 during the school’s annual costume parade. Donning creative costumes — from princesses and superheroes to spooky favorites — students and teachers marched around the school’s fields waving to families and friends as festive Halloween music played in the background.

Westhampton Beach High School is excited to present its production of “Shakespeare in Love” on Friday, Nov. 7, and Saturday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m. and on Sunday, Nov. 9, at 2 p.m. Tickets are free.

The fall play, based on the screenplay by Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard, was selected for its fun scipt, large cast and and recognizable name. Directed by Kimet Speed, the show will feature a cast of 25 talented students who are ready to entertain audiences.

 

Date Added: 10/28/2025

Proposition 1: Passed
Yes: 216
No: 66

Proposition 2: Passed
Yes: 181
No: 98

Thank you to the community for your continued support!

Date Added: 10/29/2025

The Westhampton Beach School District Board of Education has promoted Kerry Pillittier as its new director of student services.

“Ms. Pillittier has consistently demonstrated a commitment to supporting the academic and emotional success of every student,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carolyn Probst. “Her leadership, expertise and compassion make her an exceptional choice for this role, and we are confident that she will continue to strengthen the services available to our students and families.”

Pillittier, of Lake Ronkonkoma, has served as a Westhampton Beach High School assistant principal since 2020. In that role, she assisted with the daily operations of the school and led integral initiatives to improve student attendance; promoted mental health through the No Place for Hate program; and implemented mental health team meetings to support students. She also partnered with the district’s elementary and middle schools to connect high school students with younger students. She previously served as the director of adult and continuing education and a mathematics teacher at Bethpage High School.

Pillittier holds a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics with a secondary education concentration from St. Joseph’s College, a Master of Liberal Studies with a coaching concentration from Stony Brook University and an educational leadership certification from the College of Saint Rose.

I’m incredibly honored and excited to step into the role of director of student services,” said Pillittier. “This new opportunity allows me to connect with and support staff across our entire district. I look forward to working collaboratively to promote the success and well-being of every student we serve.”