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Valley Stream 24 Community Leaders Are Named Women of Distinction by Legislator Cynthia Nuñez

Cheryl Calamiong and Aisha Black Darby Are Recognized Among Six Other Honorees

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Valley Stream 24 School District Library Media Specialist Cheryl Calamiong and Parent Aisha Black Darby were honored by Nassau County Legislator Cynthia Nuñez at her Women of Distinction celebration.

Valley Stream 24 School District Library Media Specialist Cheryl Calamiong and Valley Stream 24 Community Member Aisha Black Darby were named Women of Distinction by Nassau County Legislator Cynthia Nuñez at a celebration held at the Theodore Roosevelt Executive and Legislative Building in honor of Women’s History Month. Ms. Calamiong and Mrs. Darby were recognized among a group of eight exemplary women throughout the 14th Legislative District for her dedication and contributions to the community.

Valley Stream 24 Superintendent of Schools Dr. Unal Karakas, Brooklyn Avenue School Principal Dr. Scott Comis and Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction Dr. Christopher Keogh attended to celebrate the honor and show their support. Ms. Calamiong and Mrs. Darby were also joined by their families as they were honored for their exceptional commitment and hard work.

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“I was honored to celebrate Women’s History Month by recognizing an extraordinary group of Women from our community,” Ms. Nuñez said. “Each of these women has made a lasting impact through their leadership, service, and dedication to others.”

“It was a privilege to uplift their stories and thank them for the countless ways they strengthen Valley Stream, Lynbrook, and Elmont,” she continued. “Their work reminds us that progress is built through courage, compassion, and commitment. To all the honorees—thank you for inspiring the next generation and for all that you do every day. My team and I are proud to stand with you and celebrate your achievements.”

Other honorees included Michela Argento-Serra, Jill Bromberg, Luanne Lynch Dresher, Erica Eyssalenne, Stephanie Shapiro and Polly Talbot.

For more information about Valley Stream 24, please visit the District’s website athttps://valleystreamschooldistrict24.organd ‘like’ our Facebook page athttps://www.facebook.com/VS24SchoolDistrict#MakeTheConnection #VS24#InnovatingOurFuture

Valley Stream 24 School District Library Media Specialist Cheryl Calamiong and Parent Aisha Black Darby were honored by Nassau County Legislator Cynthia Nuñez at her Women of Distinction celebration.
Valley Stream 24 School District Library Media Specialist Cheryl Calamiong and Parent Aisha Black Darby were honored by Nassau County Legislator Cynthia Nuñez at her Women of Distinction celebration.
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