Ward Melville High School’s valedictorian for the Class of 2025, Oliver Wu, was recently recognized at the Suffolk County School Superintendents Association’s annual Valedictorian Luncheon. The event celebrates the academic achievements of Suffolk County’s top graduates. Wu, a standout scholar and leader, was honored alongside other distinguished students from across the county.

The Three Village Central School District extends its congratulations to Oliver Wu for his exceptional accomplishments and for representing the district with pride.

Date Added: 6/4/2025

On May 15, fourth graders from Ms. Toner’s class at Nassakeag Elementary School showcased remarkable mathematical talent at the Suffolk County Virtual Math Tournament. Competing against approximately 350 students from over 48 schools across the county, Nassakeag students stood out for their analytical thinking and teamwork.

The tournament, known for its rigor, featured both individual and team challenges with Math Olympiad-level questions designed to test critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Awards were presented to the top 10 individual scorers and the top five teams in each grade level.

Nassakeag’s fourth grade teams delivered an exceptional performance, capturing first and second place in the team competition. Team B, consisting of Roopavi Davuluri, Albert He, Abhay Pisharody, Zayd Rana and Anand Venkatesh, earned first place, while Team A, made up of Anrui Jiang, Rithvik Kanagal, Peter Liu, Emma Luo and Iris Yang, secured second place.

In the individual category, five Nassakeag students ranked among the top 10 scorers:

* 1st Place: Peter Liu.
* 2nd Place: Albert He.
* 5th Place: Abhay Pisharody.
* 6th Place: Anand Venkatesh.
* 9th Place: Rithvik Kanagal.

These impressive results are a testament to the students’ hard work, persistence and strong mathematical understanding. Congratulations to all participants for their outstanding achievements and for representing Nassakeag with excellence in mathematics.

 

Date Added: 6/3/2025

Detective Sgt. James Johnson of the Suffolk County Police Department recently visited Ward Melville High School to speak with students in Ms. Stringer’s Criminal Justice Honors classes. His presentation offered an eye-opening look into the realities of human trafficking, a crime that affects countless individuals around the world.

During his visit, Detective Sgt. Johnson explained what human trafficking is, how it impacts victims and the investigative steps law enforcement takes to combat it. Students were given a firsthand look at the challenges officers face in identifying and stopping traffickers, as well as the crucial role that education and public awareness play in prevention.

The visit provided students with valuable insight into the complexities of this global issue and reinforced the importance of informed, community-based efforts in fighting human trafficking.

 

 

Date Added: 6/2/2025