Islip Union Free School District

Each year, our work is guided by two equally important priorities: maintaining the high-quality educational experience our students deserve and honoring our responsibility to be thoughtful stewards of taxpayer resources. We recognize and respect the financial commitment our community makes to support our schools. Every decision throughout this process has been made with that in mind. This year, the District faced a significant gap between revenues and expenses. While revenues increased by approximately $1.6 million, expenditures rose by nearly $4.7 million, largely due to factors beyond our control. We carefully reviewed all spending areas, implemented efficiencies, and made strategic adjustments wherever possible.

Students at Islip Union Free School District’s Wing Elementary School were filled with excitement on Wednesday as the school officially unveiled its brand-new playground during a special ribbon-cutting ceremony. Members of the Board of Education and district administration joined Wing Principal Catherine Glaser to celebrate the occasion, gathering alongside students and staff for the highly anticipated unveiling. As the ribbon was cut, loud cheers erupted from the crowd, marking the beginning of a new chapter of outdoor play and recreation for the school community.

Islip High School proudly recognized seven outstanding student-athletes during its Spring College Student-Athlete Signing Ceremony, celebrating the next chapter in their academic and athletic journeys. Surrounded by family members, friends, coaches, teammates, teachers, and school administrators, the students officially committed to continuing their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level.

Students from Islip School District’s Virtual Enterprise classes recently traveled to the International Youth Business Summit, where they showcased their business knowledge and professionalism while competing against top student-run companies from around the world. Among their many accomplishments, Islip students proudly advanced and competed in the national round of the Human Resources (HR) Competition. Virtual Enterprise is an innovative, hands-on program that transforms classrooms into simulated businesses.

Students from Islip High School recently attended the Stony Brook University WISE/Pre-College STEM Symposium, where they presented year-long research projects focused on neuroscience and biopsychology. Over two semesters, Islip students explored current topics in neuroscience while conducting hands-on experiments on sensory perception, memory, and brain function in both humans and fruit flies. The experience provided students with the opportunity to apply classroom learning in a university-level research environment.

Islip Middle School eighth-grade students recently embarked on an unforgettable three-day trip to Washington, D.C., filled with educational experiences, historical landmarks and memorable moments with classmates and staff. The trip gave students the opportunity to connect classroom learning with real-world experiences while exploring some of the nation’s most iconic sites. On the first day, students visited Arlington National Cemetery, where they reflected on the sacrifices of America’s service members.

Islip High School's Business Leadership & Commerce Club was proud to host a fundraiser alongside our friends at Chick-fil-A. The goal: support improvements and safety upgrades for our American Legion Post. *Thank you to all the students, volunteers, and community members who came out to support *Thank you to everyone who helped with setup and breakdown *And thank you to all who contributed to this important cause Your support helps keep our Post strong for generations to come!