Bethpage Board of Education takes shape for new year

The Bethpage Union Free School District’s Board of Education held its first meeting of the 2023–2024 on July 11, which began with the swearing in of re-elected trustees Anna Israelton and Michael Kelly. Superintendent David Schneider also took the oath of office. The board selected its officers for the new year, with James McGlynn serving as president and Ms. Israelton as vice president. Additionally, the board approved the appointment of Charlotte Hirsch-Beckman as an assistant principal at Bethpage High School.

Photos courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District

Hix veteran receives achievement award

From page 1 Oyster Bay Town Councilman Steve Labriola, right, joined with members of the Town of Oyster Bay Board to honor Vincent Morreale of Hicksville.

Town Councilman Steve Labriola, who presented Morreale with a citation, spoke of the importance of honoring our veterans.

“Our nation’s veterans deserve the continuing support of the entire community for the extraordinary sacrifices they’ve made to keep America the land of the free,” said Labriola.

Town of Oyster Bay Supervisor, Joseph Saladino, also spoke at the ceremony, calling Morreale an “exemplary citizen.”

“To say that Mr. Morreale is dedicated to public service is an understatement,” said Saladino. “He is a 48 year member of the VFW Post in Hicksville and is also the Posts service officer, where he has helped countless veterans with their disability claims. He is also very active with the Vietnam Veterans of America, Long Island chapter. His legacy of service and his many years as a veterans advocate is absolutely exemplary.”