The school will be conducting full remote learning on Thursday after a staff member tested positive for the coronavirus.
10 West Islip HS student-musicians were recently selected for this year’s New York State School Music Association All-State Festival.
Parson challenged the students to create an earthquake-proof structure at least five inches tall, using toothpicks and marshmallows.
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The staff member was notified on Friday that a close contact tested positive for COVID-19 and immediately left the building to get tested.
A rally is planned Thursday night to ask school officials to allow youth sports to be played at school fields once again.
Multiple COVID-19 cases were reported within the West Islip school district, according to the New York State school COVID-19 report card.
The school district will be hosting three meetings this month to discuss the $8.5 million sale of the former school.
This marks the first time a West Islip school received the prestigious award, which honors exemplary education.
Students in West Islip returned to school on Sept. 8, ready for a new year of learning.
Many West Islip students returned to the classroom Tuesday. Did you take a picture? Share it with Patch for a chance to be featured!
Four West Islip students conducted research virtually this summer in collaboration with scientists at Brookhaven National Laboratory.
As local school districts are releasing their plans for reopening in the fall, parents are expressing their opinions. What do you think?
The school honored the students with special ceremonies following health guidelines last week. Congrats to all the seniors!
Officials presented a plan to give residents insight into what schools might look like during the coronavirus pandemic. What do you think?
The Princeton University student was the West Islip High School valedictorian in 2019.
Karina Vartanian's YouTube video for the graduating class was recognized by legislator Steven J. Flotteron.
Student Karina Vartanian composed and recorded a song tribute for the graduating class.
On the last official day of school, West Islip High School held a “Clap-Out” for the graduating Class of 2020.
Proudly dressed in the school's colors, the educators gathered safely to decorate their cars before heading out for deliveries.
The votes are in. The absentee ballots were counted and the community approved the 2020-2021 school budget.
Tuesday marks the last day for votes to be submitted. Check out how you can watch the live counting of the votes below.
Elementary and physical education teachers coordinated the district's first Virtual Field Day.
SCSSA honors the West Islip valedictorian.
Two West Islip deaf students participated in a Zoom session to meet and learn more about each other.
West Islip High School is honoring 37 "remarkable" seniors who have committed to play Division I, II and III college athletics this fall.
The local awards are based on the accomplishments of outstanding and talented students in grades 9-12.
West Islip High School’s valedictorian and salutatorian for the Class of 2020 are Grace Gallagher and Courtney Metzger, respectively.
Ninety-six West Islip High School student-musicians from four choral ensembles recently joined forces as a virtual choir.
A vote on the 2020-21 budget is scheduled to be held in June. Here's what you should know.
Since the last field trip for the fifth-grade class was canceled, three teachers decided to still find a way to celebrate their students.
The local high school recently recognized its Class of 2020 by participating in the national Be the Light event on Sunday.
The signs celebrate graduating senior athletes in West Islip.
West Islip’s Udall Road Middle School completed a Virtual Spirit Week from April 13-17, with a different theme everyday.
The Beach Street Middle School teacher was chosen as this week's teacher of the week! Congratulations Ms. Cogliano!
While no additional cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the area, the district will be closing schools to students Monday.
Bayview Elementary School was closed for cleaning as the New York State Department of Health investigates.
he award was given to the school from the NY Blood Center after 227 adults donated blood at their drives in 2018-2019.
Congratulations to Anna Rich!
The Paul J. Bellew Elementary School teacher was chosen as this week's teacher of the week! Congratulations Mrs. Coiro!