Three Village Central School District
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Three Village Central School District is a school district
located in Long Island
, New York
. It serves Setauket, East Setauket, Stony Brook
, Poquott, Old Field
, and small portions of Port Jefferson Station, Saint James
and South Setauket/Centereach. Its name came from the older, original "Three Villages" of Setauket, Stony Brook and Old Field after the merger of the Stony Brook and Setauket school districts in the 1960's. Ward Melville
, a local philanthropist, was a proponent of the Three Village school district, and contributed land for its new schools.
The school district is renowned for its InSTAR
program, a three-year science research program which produces record numbers of Intel Science Talent Search
semifinalists. In 2008, the district's program produced 13 semifinalists, the most semifinalists from a single school in the entire nation. The district's Intellectually Gifted (I.G.) program is housed at its William Sidney Mount
Elementary School.
The current Superintendent of Schools is Frank J. Carasiti, who was appointed after the former superintendent, John Sonedecker, was found guilty of stealing upwards of US $45,000 in 2003.
members (with term expiration dates in parentheses) are:
School district
School districts are a form of special-purpose district which serves to operate the local public primary and secondary schools.-United States:...
located in Long Island
Long Island
Long Island is an island located in the southeast part of the U.S. state of New York, just east of Manhattan. Stretching northeast into the Atlantic Ocean, Long Island contains four counties, two of which are boroughs of New York City , and two of which are mainly suburban...
, New York
New York
New York is a state in the Northeastern region of the United States. It is the nation's third most populous state. New York is bordered by New Jersey and Pennsylvania to the south, and by Connecticut, Massachusetts and Vermont to the east...
. It serves Setauket, East Setauket, Stony Brook
Stony Brook, New York
Stony Brook is a hamlet located in the Town of Brookhaven in Suffolk County, New York, which is on the North Shore of Long Island...
, Poquott, Old Field
Old Field, New York
Old Field is a village of 918 residents in Suffolk County, New York, United States. The Incorporated Village of Old Field is in the town of Brookhaven, on the North Shore of Long Island. It is one of the most affluent communities in the state and is among the wealthiest towns in the United States...
, and small portions of Port Jefferson Station, Saint James
St. James, New York
St. James is a census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York, United States. The population was 13,268 at the 2000 census. St. James is part of the Town of Smithtown, New York, located on the North Shore of Long Island. The zip code is 11780....
and South Setauket/Centereach. Its name came from the older, original "Three Villages" of Setauket, Stony Brook and Old Field after the merger of the Stony Brook and Setauket school districts in the 1960's. Ward Melville
Ward Melville
John Ward Melville was an American philanthropist, and businessman, born to Frank Melville, Jr. Ward Melville attended college at Columbia University, where he was active in the Columbia Daily Spectator and the Philolexian Society. Following graduation in 1909, Melville joined his father's shoe...
, a local philanthropist, was a proponent of the Three Village school district, and contributed land for its new schools.
The school district is renowned for its InSTAR
Instar
An instar is a developmental stage of arthropods, such as insects, between each molt , until sexual maturity is reached. Arthropods must shed the exoskeleton in order to grow or assume a new form. Differences between instars can often be seen in altered body proportions, colors, patterns, or...
program, a three-year science research program which produces record numbers of Intel Science Talent Search
Intel Science Talent Search
The Intel Science Talent Search , known for its first 57 years as the Westinghouse Science Talent Search is a research-based science competition in the United States for high school seniors. It has been referred to as "the nation's oldest and most prestigious" science competition. In his speech...
semifinalists. In 2008, the district's program produced 13 semifinalists, the most semifinalists from a single school in the entire nation. The district's Intellectually Gifted (I.G.) program is housed at its William Sidney Mount
William Sidney Mount
William Sidney Mount was an American genre painter and contemporary of the Hudson River School.-Biography:...
Elementary School.
The current Superintendent of Schools is Frank J. Carasiti, who was appointed after the former superintendent, John Sonedecker, was found guilty of stealing upwards of US $45,000 in 2003.
Notable alumni
Notable alumni of Ward Melville High School include:- Brian MacDevittBrian MacDevittBrian MacDevitt is a lighting designer for theatrical productions. He has worked extensively on Broadway and Off Broadway, as well as touring, Regional theatre, and Industrial productions....
(class of 1973) - Tony Award-winning lighting designer - Chris DieterichChris DieterichChristian Jeffrey Dieterich is a retired American football player who played his entire career with the Detroit Lions from 1980 to 1986.-Early life and college career:...
(class of 1976) - NFL lineman for the Detroit Lions, 1980-86 - Michael R. DouglasMichael R. DouglasMichael R. Douglas is an American theoretical physicist and professor currently at Stony Brook University.Michael R. Douglas was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the son of Nancy and Ronald G. Douglas, a mathematician specializing in operator algebras. He received his bachelor's degree in physics...
(class of 1979) - world wide leading string theorist - Gary ValentineGary ValentineGary Valentine is an American actor and comedian. He is the older brother of actor Kevin James.-Career:Gary was featured in the movie Comedian, and appeared as Doug Heffernan's cousin Danny on the television show The King of Queens. He's featured in the film Velocity Rules...
(class of 1979) - comedian (The King of Queens) - Howard S. BergerHoward S. BergerHoward S. Berger is an avant garde filmmaker, co-winner of the "Best Screenplay" award for Love & Support , and winner of a Fantafestival film award for his film Original Sins....
(class of 1982) - avant garde film-maker - Mick FoleyMick FoleyMichael Francis "Mick" Foley, Sr. is an American semi-retired professional wrestler, author, comedian, actor, voice actor and former color commentator. He has worked for many wrestling promotions, including WWE, WCW, ECW and TNA. He is often referred to as "The Hardcore Legend", a nickname he...
(class of 1983) - professional wrestler and author - Kevin James (class of 1983) - comedian/actor (The King of Queens).[6]
- Marco BeltramiMarco BeltramiMarco Beltrami is an American film composer.-Life and career:Beltrami was born in Long Island, New York of Italian and Greek descent...
(class of 1984) - professional film composer (Scream) - John FugelsangJohn FugelsangJohn Fugelsang is an American actor, television personality and stand-up comedian.-Stage and screen:...
(class of 1987) - host of America's Funniest Home Videos, 1997-2000 - Todd SauerbrunTodd SauerbrunTodd Scott Sauerbrun is an American football punter who is currently a free agent. He was originally drafted by the Chicago Bears in the second round of the 1995 NFL Draft...
(class of 1991) - professional football player, most recently with the Denver Broncos (punter).[7] - Greg CattranoGreg CattranoGreg "The Cat" Cattrano is a retired lacrosse goaltender, who is recognized as one of the most successful and accomplished goaltenders in the history of the sport.-High school career:...
(class of 1993) - MLL goalie for the Baltimore Bayhawks - Brooke EllisonBrooke EllisonBrooke Ellison was the very first quadriplegic to graduate from Harvard University. In 2000, she was selected by her fellow students to speak at the University's commencement ceremonies....
(class of 1996) - the first quadriplegic to graduate from Harvard University, unsuccessful challenger for NY State senate seat District 2. - Jamie StuartJamie StuartJamie Christopher Stuart is an English footballer who plays for AFC Wimbledon as a defender and team captain. He started his career in the Football League with Charlton Athletic, Millwall, Bury and Southend United, before dropping into non-League football with Hornchurch, Grays Athletic and...
(class of 1993) - News 12 Long Island Sportscaster
Schools
- High School (Grades 10-12):
- Ward Melville High SchoolWard Melville High SchoolWard Melville High School is a public high school in the Three Village Central School District of Suffolk County, New York on Long Island, serving grades ten through twelve. It is fed by the two junior high schools in the district: Paul J...
- Ward Melville High School
- Middle Schools (Grades 7- 9):
- Robert Cushman Murphy Junior High School
- Paul J. Gelinas Junior High School
- Elementary Schools (Grades K-6):
- Arrowhead Elementary School
- Minnesauke Elementary School
- Nassakeag Elementary School
- Setauket Elementary School
- William Sydney Mount Elementary School
Administration
Neil Lederer is currently Interim Superintendent of Schools- Mrs. Cheryl Pedisich, Assistant Superintendent for Education Services
- Mr. B. Allen Mannella, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources
- Mr. Jeffrey Carlson, Assistant Superintendent for Business Services
- Mr. Robert Hanson, Director of Maintenance & Operations
- Mr. Ken Bossert, Executive Director of Elementary Education
- Mrs. Mary Castiglie, Executive Director of Secondary Education
- Ms. Laurie DeVore, Director of Pupil Services
- Ms. Jean Ecker, Director of Child Nutrition
- Ms. Catherine Taldone, Director of School/Community Partnerships and SACC
Board of education
Current Board of EducationBoard of education
A board of education or a school board or school committee is the title of the board of directors or board of trustees of a school, local school district or higher administrative level....
members (with term expiration dates in parentheses) are:
- Mr. John K. Diviney (2012), President
- Mr. Jonathan Kornreich (2013)
- Ms. Susanne Mendelson(2013),
- Ms. Carol Leister
- Mr. Frank McIntosh (2011)Vice President
- Ms. Diane Peritore (2011)