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04.27.2021 News

Riverhead School District introduces Dr. Augustine Tornatore as new superintendent

Following a nearly six month search, Riverhead appointed its new superintendent at a special meeting Tuesday. In a unanimous vote, the Board of Education voted to approve a contract...

04.14.2021 Education

Latest Riverhead school budget proposal has no tax increase

Taxpayers in the Riverhead Central School District can expect to see their tax bills remain flat next year, thanks to a recent boost in state and federal funding. “For...

04.13.2021 COVID-19

How would you describe the past year in one word? Riverhead students answer that question through expressive art

Expressive art therapy, whether through visual arts such as drawing or painting, or through music and writing, can be a powerful tool for expressing feelings and emotions and releasing...

04.09.2021 Education

‘A huge step for equity’ as Riverhead schools to receive big boost in state funding

After years of fighting for its fair share of school aid, Riverhead schools are poised to receive a windfall of funding under the state budget deal reached between Gov....

04.09.2021 Environment

$5K donation will help school district manage its water resources

A donation of new irrigation equipment to the Riverhead Central School District will help curb overwatering and reduce water costs. District and town officials gathered at the high school...

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04.07.2021 Education

Keri Stromski, beloved kindergarten teacher in Riverhead, dies at 48

Keri Stromski, a longtime kindergarten teacher at Aquebogue Elementary School who instilled a love of reading into generations of students while becoming a strong advocate for education in the...

04.06.2021 News

Claims against Riverhead School District dismissed in sexual misconduct case involving former principal

A federal judge has dismissed claims against the Riverhead Central School District and several district officials in a civil lawsuit regarding sexual misconduct by its former high school principal,...

04.06.2021 News

‘Glass Slipper Parade’ honors longtime Aquebogue teacher

Blue Wave pride was on full display Saturday, all in the name of a teacher who embodies spirit, hope and resilience. The “Glass Slipper Parade,” which spanned from Route...

03.27.2021 Education

Riverhead BOE votes down proposal to spend reserve fund money on cafeteria upgrades

A proposal to spend up to $16,000 to purchase a double convection oven, a four-burner stove and a warming cabinet for Phillips Avenue Elementary School failed to get the...

03.27.2021 Education

Residents can ‘Lite up Riverhead’ May 7 in support of the Class of 2021

The Riverhead High School Parent Teacher Student Organization is looking to “Lite Up Riverhead” on May 7. Residents can purchase Blue Waves lanterns that will be turned on in...

03.26.2021 Education

Riverhead High School announces top 20 students for Class of 2021

Riverhead High School on Friday announced the top 20 students for the Class of 2021. At the top of the class are valedictorian Aria Manucha, who has a weighted...

02.18.2021 News

District outlines concerns to town related to potential developments and influx of new students

How can Riverhead cope with overcrowded housing and, in turn, overcrowded schools? Both issues attracted an onslaught of community criticism last year after voters soundly rejected two bond propositions...

02.14.2021 Riverhead School District

Once again, community members sign up to ‘adopt’ Riverhead High School seniors

Once again, the Riverhead community is stepping up to show support to high school seniors. Through a Facebook group, people can sign up to “adopt” seniors from Riverhead High...

02.09.2021 News

Riverhead senior gives back to fine arts program after starting percussion academy

He has played at Carnegie Hall, multiple times. He has played at Lincoln Center, multiple times. He has played at Radio City Music Hall, among other concert venues. It...

01.28.2021 Education

Elementary students kick off annual kindness challenge in Riverhead

Kindness matters. Fourth graders at both Phillips Avenue and Roanoke Avenue elementary schools are using their platform to spread that simple message as they celebrate the 2021 Great Kindness...

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