Levittown Schools Celebrate Dr. Tonie McDonald Ahead Of Her Retirement

LEVITTOWN, NY — Students, staff and administrators from the Levittown School District gave thanks to Superintendent Dr. Tonie McDonald in honor of her upcoming retirement following decades of service to the district.

As she entered the board room at Levittown Memorial Education Center for the June 8 regular board of education meeting, McDonald was met with cheers and a rain of confetti tossed by students. During the meeting, the board passed two resolutions renaming the Outdoor Learning Center at LMEC and the auditorium at Division Avenue High School for her.

Students from multiple schools spoke, thanking her for attending their concerts, plays and sporting events, for her constant support and for being a prime example of leadership, kindness and determination. Senior members of the Division Avenue High School concert choir also performed “The Irish Blessing.”

On June 9, McDonald was met with another surprise — a visit from New York Mets mascot Mr. Met. After taking photos with staff and administrators, they gathered outside for a game of softball with Abbey Lane Elementary School students. Students on the field were excited to meet Mr. Met and they wished Dr. McDonald a happy retirement.

McDonald will officially retire on July 5, after serving as superintendent since 2014.