Smithtown High School-West is ranked 134th within New York. "I hope this fund continues for many years," she said. He then lived in the family home on River Road in St. James with his wife Lisa (Wurm) and son Charles Channing until his death on September 3, 2021. The longtime local resident passed away on Sept. 4. He made sure to help his English Language Learners obtain as much knowledge as possible. Thanks for contacting us. The two Long Island natives died in a fire last month. In lieu of flowers, friends and family can donate to savetheredwoods.org and sempervirens.org. An arm band from the Korean Demilitarized Zone. (function(w,d,e,o,u,s,t){w[o]||(w[o]={},s=d.createElement(e),s.src=u,s.async=1, Eligible students must be 4 years old on or before December 1, 2023, and born between December 2, 2018 and December 1, 2019. Attendance Office:(631) 382-2915 A portion of the post reads, "These kids, who were not typical nor fit the plexiglass veneer of Smithtown High School, were seeking to make their mark on a school that normally only champions the athletes and more popular and desirable students. We value collaboration and cultivating an environment where our community works together and learns from oneanother, both in and out of the classroom. [D]uring the teachers 14 years working within the district there have been no incidents reported, Grossane wrote. Isabel Carella, of Smithtown, was killed and three teenage boys were injured two seriously in the horrific crash that ended with the convertible on the back lawn of a home in Commack, Suffolk County Police said. Please wait while we gather your results. Contact: 631-941-3100 Redfin checked: 1 minute ago (Jan 29, 2023 at 10:28pm) Source: OneKey #3449984 Home Facts Status Pending Time on Redfin 18 days Property Type Single Family Residential Year Built 2022 Style Colonial Community Stony Brook Lot Size 1.12 Acres MLS# 3449984 Price Insights Est. "The kids really got the concept that alliances really play a huge role here.". Her famous saying was Celebrate the Good Times and enjoyed a positive attitude and nature as viewed from the car windows (trees in bloom as well as when the leaves were turning color in the fall. Selected applicants will be contacted for interviews when postings close. Write A Review Esca Be the first to leave a review! Don was born in New York City on January 1, 1936 to Dr. Donald Scott Jr and Nanette (Wise) Scott, spent most of his youth in Gladwyne PA, and summered at the family home on Lloyd Neck. A memorial service is scheduled for 2 p.m. on June 28 at Unitarian Universalist Fellowship in Huntington. Welcome to the official Facebook page of the Smithtown Central School District! Dominic Crocitto, 17, of Kings Park, was behind the wheel of the Mustang. Smithtown's superintendent says a Smithtown High School West teacher was reassigned after allegations of "inappropriate behavior with a student." Superintendent James Grossane tells News 12 that the teacher is no longer in the classroom, pending the outcome of the investigation. Greg Sill graduated from the State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1995 and received a masters degree seven years later, as well as a postmasters advanced certificate in 2006. When she returned to work, it was for Dr. Goldberg on East Main Street in Smithtown after her children were in school. Crocitto was rushed in an ambulance to Stony Brook University Hospital and Gibiino was brought to Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center. "He wanted to make sure you knew you were loved and would do anything for his family," Elizabeth said. Choose from the 2 yearbooks available for Smithtown High School West below to start exploring the extensive Yearbooks collection on Ancestry. and raised in the Rockaway area of Queens, she was the daughter of Louis and Bertha Greenwald. As a couple, they wanted to inspire a new generation of environmentalists, starting with their three children. All members of our school community value honesty and having strong moral principles. Very involved with TBC Choir, singing at High Holiday Services and at most of the 42 years of Interfaith Thanksgiving services with local churches and TBC. Born into a Catholic family, Greg was the second of three children, third-generation Americans. A Smithtown teacher is in hot water with administrators after she called some of her students racist in a Facebook post, inciting outrage among parents. The KIngs Park High School PFA has begun a fundraiser to offset expenses for the Carella family. Joe Winters, who also founded Winter Center for Autism, died Tuesday. North Babylon 57, Smithtown West 52: Patrick Washington had 16 points and five steals and Aiden Morel added nine points for North Babylon (9-6) in Suffolk I. Kameron Quinn had 11 points and five assists. "As my partner for 30 years, he made me feel like the most special girl on earth, not a day went by that I questioned his love for me. Shellock was killed while riding his motorcycle. Vivian had finally been able to have a Bas Mitzvah later in life (when she was in her 50s) and became more religious as she got older. Sill, as a teacher, aimed to bring humanity to his history lessons and teach his students about positivity and positive actions, according to Elizabeth. Published by The Foggiest Idea on March 22nd, 2022. Smithtown Central School District 2023. by Mount Sinai Events by Sport Wrestling Football Soccer Cheerleading and Dance Baseball Basketball Show all Sports Contact 100 Central Rd Smithtown, NY 11787 Associations New York State Public High School Athletic Association Sill was among the teachers to try a new way, said Christina Cone, Chauncys wife and a longtime colleague. Raised in Brentwood, he graduated in 1991 from Brentwood High School, where he met his sweetheart and future wife, the former Elizabeth Espinoza. His passion shone through in interactive lessons. Smithtown High School West was selected as a Lemelson-MIT InvenTeam and will spend the next nine months developing a Personal Distance Monitor that is designed to help children with autism manage . Privacy Policy |Terms of service |Subscription terms |Your ad choices |Cookie Settings |California Privacy Rights |About Us |Contact Newsday |Reprints & permissions |Advertise with Newsday |Help. He lived life to the fullest, always wanting to soak up every second of life. Greg Sill, a longtime social studies teacher at Smithtown High School West, died March 26 of pulmonary embolism. US Enters WWI and Treaty of Versailles. "Family was everything to Claire, and she spent her life in service to those she loved," her daughter wrote about her mother. The preliminary cause of the crash appears to be distraction on the part of the operator of the Mustang, but we have no evidence to indicate that speed was a factor at this time, Crowley said. ", Greg Sill "Be the coffee bean" Memorial Fund. Breaking News: The Smithtown Bulletin is out. In addition to his wife and parents, Sill is survived by daughters Emily Elizabeth Sill, 21, Natalie Muriel Sill, 20, and Isabella Maria Sill, 16; stepmother, Caroll Sill of Wantagh; and siblings Donald Sill Jr. of Manorville and Melissa Morales of Deer Park. The unfortunate thing for these LGBTQ+ students was that they dared let their souls be seen by the public and create a space of acceptance and reflective thinking.". Norma P. Tierney died of natural causes in Port Jefferson, on August 26, 2022 at the age of 93. With his passing, this will set us back a bit, but I am hoping with donations we can start to fulfill his dream of helping others.". Smithtown West 3 Final Box Score Oct 21, 2022 @ 1:24pm Stats Updated Smithtown West's stats have been entered for the 3-0 win vs. Newfield on 10/19/2022 6:30 PM. She was 60. "His sudden passing is devastating and incomprehensible. A pith helmet worn on a safari in Mombasa, Kenya. Anyone who feels they were a victim of Miller in the Northport area is asked to contact Detective Peter Hayes or Detective Peter Howard at 631-261-7500. Greg William Harry Sill was born March 21, 1973, in Mineola to Donald Sill, an elevator installer, and the former Mary Schlanger, now of Deer Park. At home in Centerport, Yanuck-Platt's garden included more than 250 species of plants. members of society. Principal John Coady said the school activated its Crisis Intervention Team, made up of professionals, to help students, parents and school personnel. Carella was passionate about dance and was a member of the Sara Jean Dance Company in Smithtown for the past two years, according to Newsday. "The reason for this fund is that Greg and I spoke often of our lives in the next few years and we wanted to ensure that philanthropy was an integral part. Nature always fascinated Yanuck-Platt. The 37-year-old was killed in a hit-and-run while jogging on Sunday. She met Platt while working at a nature preserve in the Hudson Valley run by The Nature Conservancy. Smithtown High School West Address: 100 Central Road Smithtown, NY 11787. A fez from Istanbul. A lover of animals, especially dogs, she loved to walk the neighborhood to meet and talk with the neighbors. All members of our school community are committed to upholding high standards and expectations for all students. An adored Pop of 25 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren & 1 great great grandchild. Don will be profoundly missed by his wife Lisa, son Chuck, daughter in law Felicia, and the little loves of his life: granddaughters Jocelyn Alice and Juliet Flora of Stony Brook. Subscribe Now. "He made me wear the emperors hat," Coady said. The kitchen was always full of plants that she grew from cutting and shared with friends, family, and neighbors. The former teacher says his students created a LGBTQ-friendly mural that was painted over once he was no longer at the building. He is loving reunited in heaven with his sweetheart the Late Dorothy Dowling. The girl said she was instructed to take off her socks and shoes, so she could feel the vibration of the gas pedal and did so, according to police. "His impact on the girls is evident, he has raised happy, empathetic, life loving young women. 2023 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved, Stolen car kills pedestrian before crashing into building that collapsed, Top NFL prospect turns self in over crash that killed teammate, staffer and released 16 minutes later, Dukes of Hazzard General Lee wrecked in crash, Off-duty NYPD cops husband dies in Rockland County car wreck. The Sill family is setting up a non-profit organization, Elizabeth shared. When Lt. Dowling returned home as a POW, war veteran, and American hero, simply settling down to enjoy life was not good enough. He says it took the students more than 75 hours to create. Death Notice / Obituary Obituary: Vivian Elaine (Greenwald) Barton Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 10:12PM Vivian Elaine (Greenwald) Barton - Sept 13, 2025 - December 1, 2022 Long-time Hauppauge/Smithtown resident Vivian Barton was 97 years young when she passed away from complications of Covid. Memorabilia collected by teacher Greg Sill during his worldwide adventures decorate his Global History and Geography classroom on Smithtown High School Wests second floor. It was during one of his trips down the Nissequogue that he met his wife, Lisa. "She would be identifying birds by their appearance or their calls," said Yanuck-Platt's sister-in-law, Barbara Yanuck, 52, of Huntington. She rode a bike with her sons on the back of her bike in childrens bike seats An Accomplished knitter and crocheter, she sewed clothing and hung wallpaper in her home and helped others with wallpapering in their homes as well. "It got loud. He died at the age of 94. And flags from some of the 31 nations he visited. A 17-year-old girl died and three other teens were injured when the Mustang convertible they were riding in collided with another car and flipped over on Long Island Wednesday. Students and parents filled the Joseph M. Barton auditorium during the Smithtown board of education meeting Sept. 27, to comment on the incident involving Smithtown West teacher Veronica Welsh. 209 923 JR Among the Redwood forests of California's northern coast, Beth Yanuck-Platt felt more at home than in her Centerport residence. His wife started a memorial fund that will provide scholarships to. Overall: 0 - 0 . All members of our school community will treat one another with consideration and compassion. Once outside, Miller instructed the teen to sit in the car and rev the engine while he looked, Northport-East Northport community Theater Group, Theatre Review: Revisit a fun haunt with Theatre Threes A Kooky Spooky Halloween, Port Jeff Librarys Lego Robotics team advances to LIC, Three Village eighth-grader dies after being struck by car, Middle County Public Library to host Warning Signs of Alzheimers program March 9, The Wine Connoisseur: Pairing red wine with fish, Living Lightly: Give your furnace a little bit of a break. Email: celsesser@smithtown.k12.ny.us, Dignity Act Coordinator (DAC) Phone: (631) 382-2905 She was proceeded by her Father Joseph, her brother Steven and her dear friend Hillary. Death / Obituaries Press J to jump to the feed. The Smithtown Central School District is the home of the Smithtown and Saint James LIRR stations. She traveled to Hungary with husband Lloyd to visit the old country where the family came from. She loved cooking (especially stews, soups, and Hungarian dishes) and plants she had plants that she shared and especially loved roses and her flower garden. Born in. He loved us immensely and would yell it from the rooftops if he could.". He was a life member of the Clan Scott Society, the Sierra Club and the Nature Conservancy. It was during his service in the Air Force Reserve that he developed a love for engineering and mechanical tinkering. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. The Board of Education calendar may be found here. Matthew Chayes, a Newsday reporter since 2007, covers New York City. Contact Information: Main Office: (631) 382-2905 Health Office: (631) 382-2925 Attendance Office: (631) 382-2915 Counseling Center: (631) 382-3020. Smithtown High School West Contact 100 Central Rd, Smithtown, NY 11787 Associations New York State Public High School Athletic Association About the NFHS Network PlayOn! Long Island Obituaries Greg Sill, Smithtown social studies teacher who made history come alive for his students, dies at 48 Greg Sill, a longtime social studies teacher at Smithtown High. Comfortable savings account because it's a priority choice. All members of our school community will provide positive educational experiences for each student. The Big Reveal was finding the emperor: the principal. Long Island Sports Opinion Politics News Business Towns High school sports More Funbook Obituaries Crosswords Things to Do Entertainment Restaurants Family Travel. LAKE GROVE, NY Family, friends, peers and students of Greg Sill, who taught at Smithtown High School West, are in mourning after Sill died on March 26. A link to Section XI may be found on our Athletics department page. I was as madly in love with him now, as I was when I met him at 16," Elizabeth Sill wrote on a GoFundMe she set up to collect money for scholarships and charity in his memory. Date Opponent . One student wrote, "Thank you so much for always being there for me. According to state test scores, 98% of students are at least proficient in math and 97% in reading. Yanuck-Platt is also survived by her daughter, Mollie Platt, 31, of Lincolnton, North Carolina; twin sons Michael and Andrew Platt, 29, of Centerport; and brothers Robert Yanuck, 63, of Jackson, New Hampshire, and Scott Yanuck, 53, of Huntington. The driver of the Jeep, 19-year-old Annalise Wilkes of Commack, was also brought to Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center for non-life-threatening injuries. He was a loving owner of a succession of Newfoundland dogs from the early 1960s through his current rescue Newf Sammie and took special pride in providing pet therapy at nursing homes and elementary schools, receiving Volunteer Of The Year recognition for his service at Smithtown Nursing Home. The convertible then spun out of control, flipped and landed upright on the back lawn of a house on Ramsey Road, according to police. Proud U.S. Army Veteran. 14 years ago 278 Views. The retired FDNY firefighter died last week. By operating the office like the military, he successfully created 250 miles of permanent roads. She sought to bring her experiences to local conservation efforts and involve her students. She had graduated from Textile High School in Manhattan in 1943 and lived in her own apartment in Sunnyside (Queens) until marriage. He embraced her Salvadoran roots, visiting the country seven or so times with her. The Smithtown High School West varsity girls soccer team's success this past fall has led to national recognition. Her family in America was only her grandmother, who came to the US prior to the rise of Hitler. In a statement from Smithtown Superintendent of Schools Dr. Mark Secaur, he says "Although the district will not comment on a former employee, it is important to know that the claims this individual is making are extremely concerning and inaccurate. Compare Smithtown High School - Western Campus to Other Schools Smithtown High School West Mount Sinai Senior High School Apr 01, 2023 | 7:00 AM PDT Mount Sinai, NY Pub. As a husband and father to three girls, he was indescribable. The local resident passed away on Thursday. She was a junior, and he was a senior. "Greg was a highly respected educator who had a deep passion for educating students," Coady told Patch in a statement. Mo. Smithtown West was chosen as the winning school by the NYSPHSAA Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), which is comprised of two current student-athletes from each of the 11 member. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. "Greg was a kind hearted, genuine, loving, and charismatic gentleman," she said. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Northport police said they have reason to believe there may be other people subjected to allegedly lewd behavior by Miller. Write A Review Kristen Aretz Be the first to leave a review! Please wait while we gather your results. 26 New York Avenue, Smithtown, New York 11787. Perhaps, he knew his time here was limited.". March 11 8pm, (mostly) TRUE THINGS Storytelling Show: True Stores on the theme "Bad Match", Luck of the Irish St Patrick's Day Bar Crawl Patchogue. During his time with Smithtown, he coached middle school wrestling, supervised a film club and emceed pep rallies. Please note that spaces are limited and signing up for the lottery does not guarantee you a place in the Pre-K program. The AP participation rate at Smithtown High. Sill was a family man: a husband and father to three girls, a son, brother, uncle and nephew. Don was a passionate outdoorsman and environmentalist. One of the first things he did when he returned home from the service was begin a construction business and started Reds seafood. Imperialismwomen. Every tree that she saw, she loved.". She taught at Smithtown High School West for almost two decades, leaving an impact on both her students and colleagues. private label activewear manufacturer uk 0533 929 10 81; does tariq go to jail info@reklamcnr.com; kim from love island australia hairline caner@reklamcnr.com; what is the relationship between sociology and healthcare reklamcnr20@gmail.com The superintendent noted the schools would also make support services available for students Tuesday, after the Columbus Day break. Crocitto and 16-year-old passenger Joseph Gibiino, of Kings Park who was ejected from the open convertible each suffered serious injuries. Although only 27 at the time of his death, Costello affected many people in his lifetime. We provide you with the latest breaking news and information for your community. Print Share . Smithtown Central School District Superintendent Mark Secaur, Ed.D. A Life Member of Hadassah, she was very active in the Smithtown Chapter of Hadassah. Northport police said Miller, a technical director with the theater group, requested a teenage girl accompany him outside to the parking lot to check on a motor issue with his car. Copyright 2023 Newsday. Donations in Dons memory are appreciated to either Earthjustice Because the earth needs a good lawyerhttps://earthjustice.org/or That Newfoundland Place Rescue with a Hearthttps://thatnewfoundlandplace.org. James Dowling was drafted in 1943 and became a Bombardier/Navigator for the 703rd Squadron, 445th Bomb Group in the 8th Army Air Corps. 14 years ago 4402 Views. Born in Huntington Hospital, to C. Le Roy Peckham and Gladys M. Wood, she lived in Port Jefferson most of her life and was a 1946 graduate of Port Jefferson High School. Later in life he enjoyed sailing in many parts of the Caribbean as well as boating along rivers in France and England. Events/Activities, 100 Central Road Principal - John Coady Phone: (631) 382-2905 U2 and Journey hits by top NY Tribute bands! under the hood. He delivered clams all over the tri-state area including Fulton Fish Market in downtown Manhattan. "His classroom is a testament to his passion, he filled it with artifacts from his travels to bring history to life," Elizabeth wrote. Smithtown High School West Reviews 100 Central Rd, Smithtown, New York 11787, United States Kathy Eagan Be the first to leave a review! _________________________________________________________________________________________, *******************************************************************. Address: To request a copy of a transcript, please contact the Central Registration office by emailing registration@smithtown.k12.ny.us. Sill's death was unexpected, his wife, Elizabeth Sill, wrote on a GoFundMe page. Northport police arrested Robert Miller, 35, on charges of first-degree public lewdness and endangering the welfare of a child Oct. 5 at approximately 8:15 p.m., according to police. "I don't know what the hook was for her, but it was a strong one," Platt said. Payment $6,210 Redfin Estimate $837,099 Sill, like his colleagues, taught virtually during the first part of the coronavirus pandemic in early 2020, but he had been back teaching in person since September, the principal said. Sill taught ninth- and 10th-graders, including students who are learning English. Smithtown Central School District 2023. The district will continue to cooperate with police in their investigation to the fullest extent possible.. He was a graduate of Smithtown West High school ('82) and Case. Sill's death has rocked the Smithtown High School West community. From breaking news to special features and documentaries, the NewsdayTV team is covering the issues that matter to you. All rights reserved. However one fateful day on September 27, 1944 during his 11th mission on a bombing run over Kassel, Germany; he was shot down and taken as a prisoner of war. All Rights Reserved. The cause of death was a pulmonary embolism, according to his wife, Elizabeth Sill. The grandfather of 7 passed away on March 31.