On Sept. 3 and 4, the Port Jefferson School District held its annual Superintendent’s Conference Day in preparation for the 2013-2014 school year. Teachers and staff members congregated at Earl L. Vandermeulen High School with the theme of “W.I.N.” (What’s Important Now) weaving the day’s events together.
“This is the time for you to continue implementing your best teaching practices,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kenneth Bossert. “We need to help our students be the best that they can be. We need to work to make sure that every student achieves his or her own full potential.”
Port Jefferson Board of Education President Kathleen Brennan provided words of inspiration and encouragement. “It's important for you to realize you can make a difference – whether it's assisting a child with finding a classroom or giving a parent directions to get to a meeting. No matter what kindness you do, it makes a difference in someone's life.”
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Port Jefferson Teachers’ Association President Brian Snow shared sentiments of support and urged everyone to frequently embrace the present during their daily routines. “The best outcomes can come from us being in the moment, and that's what takes care of tomorrow,” he said.
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Royal Educational Foundation of Port Jefferson chair members Scott Zamek and Peter Capobianco presented grants for the 2013-2014 school year to Dinarae Camarda for “Fitness and Wellness for All,” Kristy Krieg for “Phenomenal Physics” and Jessica Peterson for “Counselor Corner.” The Foundation works to generate and distribute financial and other resources to the students of the Port Jefferson School District for enrichment programs and other projects.
Assistant Superintendent for Business Sean Leister and Port Jefferson Middle School Principal Antonio Santana provided instructional information for the upcoming year with topics including security measures, the Dignity for All Students Act and more. Faculty and paraprofessionals then divided to report to their respective meetings and sessions.
