Shining a light on science, arts in Levittown

MacArthur High Schooll science research students were recognized for their success in a variety of competitions.

The Levittown School District honored standout students in art, music and science at the May 3 board of education meeting.

Kevin McDermott, director of science and technology, recognized middle school and high school students for their participation in Science Olympiad tournaments and science research competitions. The Science Olympiad team at Jonas Salk Middle School placed second in the Nassau County regional competition, its highest finish ever. Wisdom Lane’s team placed third, and also finished 17th in the state.

Division Avenue High School’s Science Olympiad team garnered third place in the high school-level regional competition. From MacArthur High School, science research students were recognized for their success in a variety of competitions, including the Long Island Science Bowl, Long Island Brain Bee, Long Island Youth Summit, NASA Power to Explore, New York Chemagination and the Toshiba