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

Westhampton Beach High School has earned a place on the College Board’s AP School Honor Roll with a Gold level status for the 2024-2025 school year. This is the third year in a row that the school has earned the distinction.

To earn the recognition, 65% or more of the graduating class took at least one AP exam, 35% or more scored a 3 or higher on at least one AP exam, and 5% or more took five or more AP exams during high school.

The distinction honors the school for its ability to provide students with opportunities to earn college credit and for maximizing college readiness.

Westhampton Beach High School’s music and theater students recently enjoyed an unforgettable evening on Broadway, attending a performance of “Hadestown” in New York City. For many students, this marked their first experience seeing a Broadway production, making it a truly special opportunity to witness professional live theater and music at the highest level.

Date Added: 1/12/2026

Westhampton Beach High School’s Virtual Enterprise firm participated in the 10th annual East End Networking Event, held at Atlantis Sea Star Ballroom in Riverhead. The program, organized by business teacher Amy Demchak, brought together students from across Long Island to demonstrate their entrepreneurial skills.

This year’s event featured participation from 29 school districts. VE students showcased their innovative virtual businesses at trade show-style tables, complete with marketing and sales materials. The event emphasized the value of networking and public speaking, as each firm delivered an elevator pitch to the audience in the ballroom.

Westhampton Beach’s VE firm, Vervida, marketed self-sustaining indoor gardening planters.

 

Date Added: 1/5/2026