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

Hampton Bays High School student Ivanna Jara was recently recognized as one of the outstanding underclass members in the Ones to Watch category as part of the Parrish Art Museum’s 2025 Student Exhibition. Her photography was featured in the exhibition along with artwork from her peers in Hampton Bays and other eastern Long Island schools.

The Hampton Bays School District extends its congratulations to Jara and the following talented artists whose work was selected to be displayed at the Parrish Art Museum:


Studio Art

Sandy Campohermoso

Luke David

Sofia Gaviria

Aaron Juarez

Victoria Lopez

Isaac Mack

Kimberly Olmedo Reyes

Magdalena Vasquez


Life Skills Academy

Juan Cojon

Emily MacLean

Liam O’Gara

Alex Rojas

Allan Rojas

Ashley Veliz Hernandez


Ceramics

Laila DeRosa

Katherin Puglla


Drawing & Painting

Samantha Deleg Illescas

Nicole Scourakis


Graphic Design

Sarah Chami


Photography

Natalia Bernhardt

Ivanna Jara


Visiting Artist Initiative

(work was created by students in collaboration with visiting artist Andrea Cote)

Melody Arabejo

Natalia Bernhardt

Matthew Cruz

Kenzie David

Luke David

Samantha Deleg Illescas

Isaac Mack

Jerick Maldonado

Elizabeth Maroulas

Omar Moranchel Gutierrez

Leah Russell

Nicole Scourakis

Magdalena Vasquez

Date Added: 5/12/2025