Cayuga Elementary School fourth grader Jase Herrschaft received an honorable mention in Usdan’s Uniquely U Scholarship program, earning half tuition to the Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts. This award is valued at nearly $3,000.

Usdan Summer Camp for the Arts brings together students to collaborate and develop their skills in the fields of the fine arts. The Uniquely U Scholarship Program celebrates creativity and self-expression and invites students from ages 7 to 18 to apply.

Date Added: 4/18/2024

Seventeen students from Sachem High Schools East and North displayed their artwork in the Bay Area Friends of the Fine Arts Juried Invitational High School Exhibition. Three Sachem students received awards for their work. North senior Anna D’Arcangelis was awarded second place in the mixed media category. East junior Lena Gonnotta won The Olivia and Harlan Fischer 2nd Best in Show Award. East senior Robert Pizzingrillo earned the Jacqueline C. Palmer Award, which also considers a teacher’s recommendation and a student statement detailing the student’s future goals.

The Bay Area Friends of the Fine Arts provides Long Island communities with music, fine arts and cultural events. The High School Exhibition celebrates the student talents and provides a platform for young artists to display their works.

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Date Added: 4/17/2024

A Cayuga Elementary School student and staff member were honored for their life-saving efforts by the Sachem Central School District Board of Education and administration. Last week, second grader Olivia choked on her food during lunch. Her friend Kendall noticed and sprang into action by getting a nearby adult. Cayuga’s head custodian Mike Horry administered the Heimlich Maneuver on Olivia and was able to dislodge the food stuck in her throat. Kendall and Mr. Horry were hailed heroes for their quick-thinking during the incident.

“It not only underscores the importance of our first aid training for choking but also highlights the courage that is necessary to step in and apply that training in the moment,” said Principal Matt Wells. “I’m very thankful to these folks for saving this little girl’s life.”

Olivia thanked her fellow second grade friend and Mr. Horry during the April 16 Sachem Board of Education meeting.

“I want to say a big thank you for saving my life and not all superheroes wear capes. I love you.”

News 12 highlighted the heroic actions of Mr. Horry and Kendall in a story that can be viewed at the following link: https://longisland.news12.com/not-all-superheroes-wear-capes-lake-grove-elementary-student-thanks-classmate-and-custodian-that-saved-her-from-choking 

Date Added: 4/17/2024

Only Make Believe assembly at Waverly Avenue Elementary School: Students experienced interactive theater that engaged their imagination!

Date Added: 4/17/2024

Exciting season underway for the new Sachem High School East Unified Basketball Team! Check out the schedule for the team and come out to cheer them on!

Date Added: 4/17/2024