A colorful new mural now adorns the business course hallway at Hampton Bays High School. The 300-square-foot mural is the product of over 100 students working together alongside local artist Maria Fumai Dietrich. Over the course of a week, the students painted and sketched the various images that are incorporated in the mural, which carries the theme of “growth.” It features brightly colored flowers, plants and butterflies. This is the second mural that students have painted on the high school’s walls. In 2022, students worked with professional muralist Joe Pimentel on a mural in the school’s main hallway. It incorporates the theme of “Through Our Eyes,” aimed at promoting unity among students while engaging them in something positive.

Date Added: 5/30/2025

Hampton Bays Middle School eighth grade mock trial students recently participated in a mock trial competition at Westhampton Beach Middle School. The students spent the past three months preparing for the trial, in which they litigated a fictitious case in front of two local attorneys. Following the case, the students had the opportunity to ask questions of the attorneys about their careers.  

 

Date Added: 5/28/2025

Hampton Bays Middle School seventh grade students recently had the opportunity to take a tour of Farmingdale State College. The field trip was a day filled with discovery and fun, beginning with a guided campus tour that highlighted the college’s impressive athletic center, a peek into real college classrooms and a stop at the campus bookstore, where many picked up souvenirs. The experience gave students a glimpse into college life and sparked inspiration for their futures. After lunch, the group headed to Adventureland Amusement Park for an afternoon of thrilling rides, games and unforgettable memories with friends.

 

 

Date Added: 5/23/2025

High school seniors from the Hampton Bays, Southampton and Westhampton Beach school districts who have committed to entering the military upon graduation were honored at a sixth annual ceremony at Southampton High School on May 22.

During the formal event, the seniors — who represent the 1% of graduates who commit to the military each year — were presented with proclamations and accolades. Their families were given blue star flags at the ceremony, which included musical military tributes and several speakers who offered congratulations and well wishes.

The Hampton Bays School District congratulates the following seniors who will be entering military service: Audrey Chiliquinga (Marines), Keyly Franco Rojas (Air Force), Omar Gonzalez (Navy), Ian Kuffner (Navy), Adriana Navarro Gjinaj (Air Force), Alan Reyes Ochoa (Navy), Justin Rivera Pineda (Marines), Samuel Salazar (Navy) and Seamus Smith (Navy).

Date Added: 5/23/2025

For the sixth year in a row, the Hampton Bays School District has been honored with a Best Communities for Music Education designation from the nonprofit NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. The district is one of 935 school districts from across the nation to earn the award.

To receive the recognition, Hampton Bays demonstrated outstanding achievement in its efforts to provide music access and education to all students. The district was required to answer detailed questions about its program, including funding, music class participation, instruction time and support.

Date Added: 5/13/2025