On April 28, 2025 at the 19th annual Recognition of Excellence Dinner, ten BHS seniors honored three of their teachers from different points in their Bethpage academic journeys. The Excellence Dinner is designed to honor teachers who have made impacts on students’ lives. Each senior delivered a speech about their chosen teachers; their remarks were touching, comedic, and sincere. In attendance were administrators, department heads, selected teachers, students, and their families. It was truly such a special experience for all involved.
It was such a unique experience for all nominated teachers and students. Selected Senior Abigail O’Hara said, “Having the opportunity to honor these teachers was such an amazing experience.”
Special thanks to the BHS Jazz Ensemble for adding some entertainment to the evening and Pappardelle’s for an amazing dinner!
Nora Kerrigan Cynthia Cavallo, KLS
Jaime Bula, JFK
Ronald Tauriello, BHS
Zachary Fradella Carrie Kennety, KLS
Jody Smith, JFK
Francessa Calio, BHS
Abigail O’Hara Clare Carlin, CCS
Tara Syrett, JFK
Meaghan Costello, BHS
Allie O’Shea Laura Fitzgerald, CBS
Daniel Kramer, JFK
Benjamin Whittemore, BHS
Aidan Landers Kate Wright, CBS
Mary Padalino, JFK
John Como, BHS
Gabriella Hernandez Melissa Seidita, CCS
James Ravener, JFK
Tess Strauch, BHS
Kaia Corell Allison Robb, CBS
Andrea Mastellone, JFK
Danielle Russo, BHS
Nadia Castillo Maureen Luca, CBS
Kaitlyn Lynch, JFK
Kyle Shanahan, BHS
Matthew Cusamano Elisa Whalen, CCS
Christine Sciara, JFK
Wendy Way, BHS
Rose Arribito Denise Caliguri, KLS
Dennis Sciacca, JFK
Scott Lynch, BHS
