Alumni Posts

Remember Sayville High’s Guys and Dolls in 1987?

Remember Sayville High’s Guys and Dolls in 1987?...

Sayville Schools hired a great Technology Director in the late winter. He is as loyal to our community as he is talented!

We are blessed to have him! -James Bertsch https://www.facebook.com/SayvilleAlumni/posts/pfbid0qAcAUQhEPGbCrfuDNrNQor1E79V682d1xbEhHRM39jh41UQRjQXxvxvJQj72YzY4l ...

The passing of retired music teacher John Vincent Pangia. Beloved Sayville teacher for 32 years.

The passing of retired music teacher John Vincent Pangia. Beloved Sayville teacher for 32 years. In Memoriam: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of John Vincent PangiaIt is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of...

The passing of Stephen M. Lewis, Class of 1972.

The passing of Stephen M. Lewis, Class of 1972. We are saddened to learn of the passing of Stephen M. Lewis, Class of 1972. During this very challenging time, our hearts go out to his family,...

A Blast from the Past: Sayville High School in 1936 Through the Eyes of a Senior

A Blast from the Past: Sayville High School in 1936 Through the Eyes of a Senior As we flip through the pages of Sayville’s history, one year that stands out is 1936—a time of resilience, hope, and...

Join the Sayville Alumni Association Team – We Need You!

The Sayville Alumni Association has big plans, but we can’t do it alone! Whether you have just an hour to spare or want to get more involved, your help makes a difference. As a 100%...

A Glimpse into Sayville’s Past: The 1908 Alumni Association Reorganization.

A Glimpse into Sayville’s Past: The 1908 Alumni Association Reorganization. Traveling back over a century to July 16, 1908, the Suffolk County News documented a special occasion—the reorganization of the Sayville Alumni Association. The event was marked by...

Celebrating a Timeless Bond.

Celebrating a Timeless Bond. This photo, captured about 2013 at Lake of the Ozarks, encapsulates the enduring friendship of Jon Ball (left) and Dan Berg.  It was forged in Kindergarten at Cherry Avenue Elementary School and in...

The passing of Jon Ball, Class of 1972.

The passing of Jon Ball, Class of 1972. Jonny Ball, Cape Coral, Florida March 20, 1954 - April 29, 2025 (71 years old)In Memoriam: Jonny Ball, Class of 1972It is with deep sadness that we share the news...

Recognize this giant pillar?

Recognize This Giant Pillar?This first photo was taken in July 2019 at the entrance of the old high school—which, during my era, served as our Junior High School.The second photo, showing students gathered near the...

Stay Connected with Our Alumni Updates

Our new email mailing list launched earlier this month is designed to keep you informed about the latest posts on our alumni website. Each time we publish new content, you'll receive an email notification.​ To...

Two remarkable cousins—Greta Van Wyen Watts and Jean Van Wyen Hone. Both proud members of the Sayville High School Class of 1938.

Take a step back to August 29, 1998, and meet two remarkable cousins—Greta Van Wyen Watts (left) and Jean Van Wyen Hone—both proud members of the Sayville High School Class of 1938. In this heartwarming snapshot, the two lovely ladies...

Request for a Photo of Kim Melnik for Her Memorial Page and birthday remembrance

Dear Alum, I hope this message finds you well. We’re reaching out to collect a photo of Kim Melnik to honor her memory on her memorial page. I tried contacting her good friend, Jill (Wehrenberg)...

Endless Waves; John Hughes Stevenson, Class of 1951.

Today, we bring you a fresh Endless Waves article—a tribute to a life lived with honor. Join us as we remember John Hughes Stevenson, a proud graduate of Sayville High School’s Class of 1951 and...

Patrick Dady (Class of 1988) – Celebration of Life. Please join us in honoring Patrick’s memory on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the Sayville Republican Club. Time to be announced.

Gini Tucker (’68) and the Sayville Garden Club

Gini Tucker (Class of 1968) serves as Co-President of the Sayville Garden Club, a dynamic organization dedicated to horticulture, environmental stewardship, and beautifying the community. The club hosts lively public events—including garden tours, flower shows, and its annual...

The passing of Patrick Dady, Class of 1988.

The passing of Patrick Dady, Class of 1988. In Loving Memory of Patrick Daddy, Class of 1988(October 4, 1970 – March 23, 2025)It is with deep sadness that we share the news of Patrick Daddy’s passing....

Don’t miss this! BTW, did you know the Sayville Garden Club is 98 years old this year? WOW!

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Camera Proves the Need for New Schools

‘Camera Proves the Need for New Schools’Sayville’s 1955 Classroom Crisis and Long Island’s Population Boom May 13, 1955 – The front page of The Suffolk County News delivered a stark message: Long Island’s schools were overflowing, and Sayville was...