Fourth grade students at Westhampton Beach Elementary School took center stage during a schoolwide social emotional learning assembly centered on the theme of responsibility. The student-led event served as a culminating celebration for Responsibility Month, an initiative developed by the school’s Equity Committee.

Under the guidance of teachers Anthony Cappiello, Kaleigh Diaz, Kathy Parez, Jamie Thom and staff members Amy Barry and Taryn Brown, the students created presentations that highlighted what responsibility looks like in everyday life.

Students in Thom’s class shared how they demonstrate responsibility by caring for their classroom pets, two geckos named Squiggy and Fonzie, explaining the daily routines and commitment involved in keeping them healthy. Parez’s class brought the message to life through a reader’s theater performance of “The Ant and the Grasshopper,” emphasizing the importance of planning and accountability. In a unique collaboration with the high school, students from Diaz’s and Cappiello’s classes produced a “Hurricane Watch” broadcast. During the segment, students interviewed staff and fellow students about what it means to be responsible.

 
Date Added: 2/3/2026

The Westhampton Beach School District is now accepting nominations for its Wall of Fame. The wall, which was inaugurated in 2002, aims to memorialize the extraordinary achievements of the Westhampton Beach School District’s alumni and former faculty and staff.

The district is seeking nominations of individuals who have made significant strides in academics, business, community service, fine arts and public service.

The Wall of Fame is a permanent fixture in the district’s auditorium and honors inductees with individual plaques that commemorate their achievements. To date, 33 individuals have been honored. 

Nomination forms can be accessed on the district’s website and submitted digitally or mailed to Jason Cohen, director of health, physical education and athletics, 49 Lilac Road, Westhampton Beach. Nominations must be submitted by April 1, 2026.

Inductees will be honored in the fall of 2026.

Click here to access the nomination forms.

 

Date Added: 1/29/2026

Two Westhampton Beach High School students have been named local winners in the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 535’s annual Voice of Democracy essay contest.

Their stellar essays were written on the contest theme of “How are you showing patriotism and support for our country?”

Achieving honors in the Voice of Democracy essay contest were Nico Grazina and Elizabeth Sultan. 

 

Date Added: 1/28/2026

Several Westhampton Beach High School Digital Generation students earned top spots at the Digital Generation Final Presentation at Stony Brook University.

To achieve the recognition, the students worked in cross-district teams from across Suffolk County to develop innovative digital entrepreneurship projects. The Digital Generation program, administered by Eastern Suffolk BOCES and Stony Brook University, provides students with the opportunity to collaborate virtually using advanced technology while also earning college credit.

The Westhampton Beach School District extends its congratulations to the following students who earned honors:

First Place
Ava Borruso and Brianna Circo

Second Place
Charlotte Campbell and Marelin Chucuy Alvarado

Third Place
Andrew Lewis

Fourth Place
Luca Caumartin and Jude Dawson

The Westhampton Beach School District Board of Education recently presented a Great Hurricane Award to Scott Leogrande, a physical education/health teacher and athletic trainer at Westhampton Beach High School.

Leogrande was honored for his dedication to students and the district. “We are incredibly proud to recognize Scott Leogrande,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Carolyn Probst. “His dedication to our student athletes and all the students he teaches are a tremendous asset to the district.”

Leogrande has taught in the Westhampton Beach School District for the past 30 years. He began his career in the district in 1995 as an athletic trainer after earning his degree in sports medicine and health from Ohio Northern University. He has since earned his master’s degree in physical education from Adelpi University, allowing him to teach physical education and health. In addition, he teaches CPR/first aid, through which students gain certification in both areas, and Introduction to Sports Medicine, where students can earn three college credits through Adelphi University.

Leogrande is also a member of the NYS Teachers Association and the National Athletic Trainers Association.

“I feel honored and thankful for this award,” said Leogrande. “It is always nice to be recognized by your peers. Westhampton Beach is a special place for me, and I look forward to finishing my career here.”

The Great Hurricane Award aims to honor staff throughout the year who make a difference every day within the school district. “A hurricane is a storm of indomitable force, but more than that, here in Westhampton Beach, it stands for honor, hard work, dedication, loyalty and tradition,” said Dr. Probst.