Alumni Posts

Many thanks to Vivian Incorvaia, Class of 1977 who solved our mystery regarding Anna Jacqueline (Gasper) Murtha, Class of 1936.

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Marion F. (Van Emmerik) Novotny, Class of 1932 (as discussed in our previous artwork post). Photo is enhanced and colorized.

Artwork of Marion (Van Emmerik) Novotny, class of 1932, sketched this 93 years ago in 1928.

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Today’s History Mystery; Anna Jacqueline (Gasper) Murtha – class of 1936

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1943 Sketch by Mark Aviano, Class of 1945

Jeff Navratil, Chuck Raynor and Linda Schaefer Stelly all answered our quiz correctly! Come read about a Sayville High grad, Capt. Augustine Edward “Gus” Hubal, Jr.

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Can you name the Sayville High School graduate who went on to become a submarine skipper and is buried in Arlington Cemetery?

Flashback; Your 1977 Sayville High class officers; Stephanie Savitsky, Bridget Mackey, Melissa Kelly, S. Rhodes

German Student seeks exchange year at Sayville High School in 2023/2024

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Women you should know… Carol Paukner, Class of 1981

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Something fun for today… page 5 & 6 of the Blotter, May 21, 1942. Courtesy of Steve Larado, Class of 1969!

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Something fun for today… page 3 & 4 of the Blotter, May 21, 1942. Courtesy of Steve Larado, Class of 1969!

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More very sad news today regarding the passing of Linda (Jansch) Schaum, class of 1969. Our condolences to her family, friends, and classmates. We do not have further details regarding services but will update when available.

Hazel Mae (Ockers) Van Emmerik. Class of 1926. New addition to birthday remembrance calendar

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2d Lt. Florence Berniece (Logan) Evans, Class of 1935. Please remember Veteran’s Day and watch Tom’s video.

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Some great news! An important piece of history located!

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There must be some good news out there…

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Guest Article; Directing the High School Play Part One – Choosing a Rose Among Thorns. By Lindsay Price

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Class of 1974 yearbook; “Reflections from the happy life of Mary Tesoro”.

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Sayville History Splash; 1936 Boys basketball team.

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