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Elementary student Joseph Pluta and his classmates participating in the Bridgehampton Schoo's Grit N' Whit program. COURTESY BRIDGEHAMPTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
Bridgehampton School students line up at the starting line for the Grit N’ Whit obstacle course. COURTESY BRIDGEHAMPTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
Members of the Hampton Bays Elementary School service organization K-Kids recently donated $300 to the American Cancer Society as part of their annual breast cancer awareness fundraiser. They raised the funds by selling breast cancer awareness bracelets to fellow students, teachers and administrators. Students and staff also wore pink on October 24 in honor of the cause. They will next aim to raise funds for the school’s annual holiday gift card drive by selling holiday squishies. COURTESY HAMPTON BAYS SCHOOL DISTRICT
Members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5350 and American Legion Post 924 recently visited Hampton Bays High School to speak to social studies students about the annual Voice of Democracy essay contest and share powerful accounts of their experiences serving in different branches of the U.S. military. They spoke about the significance of service to one’s school, community and country and encouraged students to consider the many ways they can make a difference. The visit included a question-and- answer session, allowing students to engage directly with local heroes. COURTESY HAMPTON BAYS SCHOOL DISTRICT
In recognition of National Fire Prevention Week, Southampton Elementary School students received hands-on lessons in fire safety from members of the Southampton Fire Department. Students explored the department’s fire trucks, examined firefighting tools and learned essential fire safety tips. They also participated in a smoke house simulation. COURTESY SOUTHAMPTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
Aleandra de Souza, agriculture teacher at Bridgehampton School, student Sacha Gomberg and Judiann Carmack-Fayyaz, executive director of the FoodLab at SUNY Stony Brook Southampton at the World Food Prize Global Youth Institute in Des Moines, Iowa. COURTESY BRIDGEHAMPTON SCHOOL DISTRICT
In keeping with Halloween tradition, the Sagaponack School set out “Spooking” Sagaponack," which included a visit to the Sagaponack General Store and Post Office for tricks and treats. COURTESY SAGAPONACK SCHOOL
In keeping with Halloween tradition, the Sagaponack School set out “Spooking” Sagaponack," which included a visit to the Sagaponack General Store and Post Office for tricks and treats. COURTESY SAGAPONACK SCHOOL
Bridgehampton Student Represents New York at Global Youth Institute
Bridgehampton School senior Sacha Gomberg attended the World Food Prize Global Youth Institute from October 21 to 23 in Des Moines, Iowa, after being selected as a New York Youth Delegate. Her selection followed her participation in the New York Youth Institute held last winter at Cornell University.
The Global Youth Institute is a weeklong academic conference that unites young leaders from around the world to explore innovative solutions to global food security challenges. As a delegate, Gomberg presented her research findings and recommendations during roundtable discussions with international experts and fellow students.
Throughout the event, delegates engage with global leaders to discuss pressing agricultural and sustainability issues, share ideas, and collaborate on strategies to build a more food-secure future. Accompanying Gomberg to Des Moines were Aleandra de Souza, agriculture teacher at Bridgehampton School, and Judiann Carmack-Fayyaz, executive director of FoodLab at Stony Brook Southampton. Both represented the school’s agriculture program and supported Gomberg throughout the experience.
This opportunity was made possible through the ongoing partnership between Bridgehampton School and the FoodLab at Stony Brook Southampton, which continues to provide students with access to innovative agricultural education and global leadership opportunities.
Bridgehampton School Builds Teamwork and Perseverance at Grit ’N Wit
Bridgehampton School students participated in a Grit ’N Wit event designed to strengthen the skills needed to succeed beyond the classroom, including teamwork, perseverance and critical thinking. The challenge combined physical obstacles with puzzles to engage students both mentally and physically while fostering cooperation and resilience, Grit ’N Wit events are structured to promote a growth mindset and encourage students to support each other as they progress through each challenge. The program emphasizes inclusion, allowing students of all abilities to participate by contributing their strengths to help their team succeed.
During the event, student teams navigated stations that required strategy, communication and physical effort. The activities encouraged problem solving under pressure and highlighted the importance of collaboration. By the end of the program, students reported feeling more connected to their classmates and proud of their accomplishments.
Grit ’N Wit supports schools across the country by offering experiential learning events that help students build real-world skills such as leadership, adaptability and perseverance.
Westhampton Beach High School Presents ‘Shakespeare in Love’
Westhampton Beach High School will present its production of “Shakespeare in Love” on Friday and Saturday, November 7 and 8, at 7 p.m. and on Sunday, November 9, at 2 p.m. Tickets are free.
The fall play, based on the screenplay by Marc Norman and Tom Stoppard, was selected for its fun script, large cast and recognizable name. Directed by Kimet Speed, the show will feature a cast of 25 talented students.
Staff Writer on Nov 3, 2025