Alexandra Stark Appointed Assistant Principal at West Hollow Middle School

The Half Hollow Hills Central School District is pleased to announce the appointment of Alexandra Stark as an Assistant Principal at West Hollow Middle School.

Mrs. Stark joins Half Hollow Hills after serving as a sixth-grade teacher at Oldfield Middle School in the Harborfields Central School District. In addition to her classroom responsibilities, she served as Extended School Year Coordinator, leading staff collaboration, supporting instructional practices and monitoring student progress to ensure meaningful learning experiences and individualized support. She has also contributed to districtwide initiatives focused on cultural responsiveness, restorative practices, technology integration and social-emotional learning. Through her work in the classroom and beyond, Mrs. Stark has demonstrated a commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive school community where students can thrive academically and personally.

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"I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to join the Half Hollow Hills community as assistant principal," said Mrs. Stark. "Middle school is such an important and transformative time in a student's life, and I feel fortunate to continue working with students during these formative years. I am especially grateful for the opportunity to work alongside Mrs. Beyersdorf and Dr. Trigosso, and I look forward to learning from them, collaborating with our school community, and helping create an environment where every student feels valued, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential."

Mrs. Stark holds a Bachelor of Science in Education and STEM and a Master of Science in Education and STEM from Hofstra University. She also holds an Advanced Certificate in Educational Leadership from Long Island University, C.W. Post.

An education-oriented community with high academic expectations, the Half Hollow Hills Central School District is located in a residential area of 50,000 people in the central part of Long Island, approximately 40 miles from New York City. Providing for the education of approximately 7,200 students, the school district has five elementary schools, two middle schools and two high schools. Half Hollow Hills High Schools are fully accredited by the New York State Department of Education. The district is committed to providing all students with equitable opportunities to excel in academics, athletics and the arts.