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Kyla Listens to Dr. Cox

Commack Schools Honors Kyla Gruber

This year, Kyla had the opportunity to travel around the district to each school to hear from Commack students, and listen to them share their experiences, to help inform the board
Sue Hermer poses with the board of education

Commack School District Honors Susan Harmer

Commack School District paid homage to outgoing Board of Education vice president Susan Hermer at Thursday evening’s Board of Education meeting.
Educator of the Year Nominees

Dr. Derek Pope Selected As 2025-26 Educator of the Year

Dr. Derek Pope was revealed as the 2025-26 Commack Educator of the Year at Thursday evening’s Board of Education meeting. He was voted on by administrators and teachers on the Educator of the Year
Tenured Staff

Commack Staff Receives Tenure

Congratulations to our tenured staff
Paw

BOE Regular Board Meeting - June 4, 2026

In accordance with the provisions of the “Open Meetings Law,” the Board of Education of the Commack Union Free School District shall hold its Regular Meeting on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 7:00 p.m.
Students pose for Midsummer Night’s Dream

Commack Students Nominated For Hunting-Tony Awards

Commack students were recognized by the Town of Huntington for their contributions to Commack High School’s productions this year
Student poses with teachers and award

Eighth Graders Earn Prestigious State Recognition for Leadership and Character

The New York State Attorney General recently recognized Demma O. and Mia M. with prestigious civic awards.
Commack administration saluted a pair of Commack High School seniors on Friday morning who are demonstrating commitment to the nation.

CHS Hosts Military Breakfast Ahead of Memorial Day

Commack administration saluted a pair of Commack High School seniors on Friday morning who are demonstrating commitment to the nation.
The ceremony also recognized staff members who are celebrating 25 years with the district.

District Holds Silver Anniversary and Retirement Ceremony

The ceremony recognized staff members who are retiring or are celebrating 25 years with the district.
Selected Commack High School students were recognized Thursday morning at the Cougar Achievement Breakfast! Sponsored by Student Life, the breakfast recognized student leaders from all four grades.

CHS Students Recognized at Cougar Achievement Breakfast

Sponsored by Student Life, the breakfast recognized student leaders from all four grades.
Commack High School senior Kyla G. received the Principal Leadership Scholarship at the Suffolk County High School Principals Association Awards Ceremony

Senior Kyla G. Receives Principal Leadership Scholarship

Commack High School senior Kyla G. received the Principal Leadership Scholarship at the Suffolk County High School Principals Association Awards Ceremony
Congratulations to Sam K., Dean K., Luke K., Nate M., and Zachary O., who were surprised on Wednesday with Congressional Certificates of Recognition for their work putting together the Commack Diamond Club 9/11 Memorial Home Run Derby fundraiser

Students Presented With Congressional Certificates of Recognition For 9/11 Memorial Home Run Derby

Congratulations to Sam K., Dean K., Luke K., Nate M., and Zachary O., who were surprised on Wednesday with Congressional Certificates of Recognition for their work putting together the Home Run Derby
Commack Paw

BOE Special Meeting - May 19, 2026

In accordance with the provisions of the “Open Meetings Law,” the Board of Education of the Commack Union Free School District wishes to announce a Special Meeting on Tuesday, May 19, 2026
NYS Seal of Biliteracy Honorees

CHS Students Honored With NYS Seal of Biliteracy

To be eligible, students must either earn an 80 or higher on the NYS ELA Regents exam, or maintain an 85 or higher average in their English class, an 85 or higher average in World Language courses
Tosia S. Poses In Mean Girls

CHS Student Selected As Roger Rees Award Finalist

Congratulations to Tosia S. for being selected as one of the 12 finalists in the nomination phase of the Roger Rees Awards on the road to the Jimmy Awards!
students pose with their math teacher

Commack students Earn Accolades In Suffolk County Math Tournament

Commack students competed in the Suffolk County Math Tournament and earned numerous awards through their hard work, dedication, and love of mathematics!
CHS students recently participated in an engaging field trip to the federal courthouse in Central Islip as part of The Honorable Robert A. Katzmann Justice For All: Courts and the Community Initiative.

CHS Students Travel To Federal Courthouse in Central Islip

CHS students recently participated in an engaging field trip to the federal courthouse in Central Islip as part of The Honorable Robert A. Katzmann Justice For All: Courts and the Community Initiative
Burr Students Hold Emotional Ride For Life Assembly

Burr Students Hold Emotional Ride For Life Assembly

Burr students again opened their hearts for the ALS Ride for Life on Thursday afternoon.
students pose at transition to high school night

CHS Hosts Transition To High School Night

CMS eighth graders had a chance to walk the halls of their future home at Transition to High School Night Thursday evening. The students learned about the different clubs and offerings at CHS
Student poses in cultural clothing

Sawmill Celebrates Heritage Day

Parents were able to walk around to desks in the gymnasium to see each student’s “passport book to family heritage” and poster boards or digital presentations that showed off various things
Commack administrators and students shared their expertise regarding the integration of AI in education at the Eastern Suffolk BOCES AI Educate Empowering the Future of Learning conference on Tuesday.

Students Sit On Eastern Suffolk BOCES AI Educate Empowering the Future of Learning Conference Panel

Commack administrators and students shared their expertise regarding the integration of AI in education at the Eastern Suffolk BOCES AI Educate Empowering the Future of Learning conference on Tuesday.
student decorates rock

Kindergarteners Give Back To North Ridge

Kindergarten students in Donna Sandak’s class have been giving back to their community each month this school year and this month, they’re giving back to North Ridge. The students decorated rocks with
students pose at books and bots event

District Hosts Books and Bots Event

Julia G. and Tosia S.

Commack Pair Selected As Finalists for Roger Rees Award

From May 15-17, Julia G. and Tosia S. will be coached by members of the Roger Rees foundation. During The Roger Rees Awards Showcase, 12 students will be announced as Finalists.
Teacher Hugs Student

Celebrating Teachers Appreciation Week

This Teacher Appreciation Week, our students across the district surprised some of their favorite teachers! Let’s check in on our students who made their teachers’ days!