Commack’s Future Business Leaders of America scored big in results announced from the recent national conference in Orlando.

In Coding and Programming, Shivani Muthukumar placed fourth nationally among 86 competitors.

Additionally, Ava Javaheri and Farah Raufi were finalists in Web Design out of 105 competitors.

The national conference included more than 12,000 students from nearly 2,100 schools in 43 states and U.S. territories competing in 100 business-related events.

Senior portraits for the Class of 2025 will be held Aug. 22, 23, 26 and 27 at CHS.

Appointment and session information will be sent home directly from Island Photography in August.

There will be additional portrait days in the fall, and students also have the option to go directly to the Island Photography studio.

Contact Mrs. Semple at [email protected] with any questions. 

Registration for 2024 fall driver's education program is now open!

The registration form will remain on the district website until the maximum number of students that the program can accommodate for the fall 2024 semester is reached.

If you have any questions regarding the driver's education program, please call Mr. Matthew P. Keltos, coordinator of driver education, at (631) 912-2107.

Only 11th and 12th grade Commack High School students who are in good standing and have met all of their academic requirements for their present school year are eligible to enroll. Students must be 16 years old.

For full details and the registration form and calendar, click here.

Dara Gordon, who graduated from CHS last month, has earned a scholarship from the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame in Stony Brook.

Gordon had an illustrious high school career, excelling in numerous dramas and musicals — both within the school and beyond.

Her talent earned her the Hunting-Tony Awards for Best Actress in a Play in 2022 and Best Vocalist in a Musical this year from the Town of Huntington. She also received the 2024 Scholar-Artist Merit Award in Theatre from the Long Island Arts Alliance.

In addition to theatre accomplishments, Gordon was highly active in several high school choirs and was a vocalist for the Metropolitan Youth Orchestra.

She was a long-time participant in NYSSMA, SCMEA and NYSCAME.

A versatile musician, Gordon plays piano, ukelele and the kalimba. She was a proud member of the National Honor Society, the Tri-M Music Honor Society and the International Thespian Society.

 

Gordon will study musical theater at the Conservatory at Shenandoah University beginning this fall.

Con-grad-ulations to the Commack High School Class of 2024!

Family, friends and educators of 498 seniors celebrated commencement on Thursday evening at the school’s stadium.

The event included addresses from student academic speakers Jonathan Zhang and Evan Stern and class president Conor Spahn presenting assistant principal Andrea Allen with a class gift — outdoor furniture for the school’s courtyard.

Superintendent Dr. Jordan Cox offered a gift to each senior as well — an evergreen tree that the graduates can plant and watch take root and grow throughout their adulthoods.

Before awarding of the diplomas, the ceremony included a pause to recognize the graduates who are entering the various military branches.

“The strongest trees sway with the really heavy winds and don’t break,” Dr. Cox told attendees during the commencement ceremony. “When the tough storms come, and they will, be able to bend. And then once they pass, return to standing proud and tall. Don’t let those tough times break you or uproot you.

“And, lastly, don’t ever forget to remember your roots. I promise you that you are graduating from a place that is absolutely over-the-moon excited for you, that cares about you and loves you.”

For family members and friends unable to attend our commencement ceremony in person on Thursday at 5 p.m. at CHS, please consider sharing one of our streaming links:

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We look forward to you joining us virtually or in person!

Each year the Commack School District honors Commack alumni based on career achievements, community involvement, charitable work, etc. The nomination form must be postmarked by August 2, 2024. 

Alumni of Distinction honorees will be recognized at Commack’s annual Homecoming celebration and football game, Saturday, September 21, 2024.

We are thrilled to introduce the 2023-24 issue of Pathways, the Commack High School Freshman Art Literary Magazine!

Pathways is a vibrant celebration of the creativity and talent of our freshman class, showcasing their artistic and literary achievements. We invite you to explore the imaginative and inspiring works of our freshmen, who have poured their hearts and souls into their creations. Each piece in Pathways reflects the individual journeys and new beginnings of these talented students. This magazine is a journey through the artistic and literary expressions of our high school freshman, providing them with a platform to share their voices and visions.

Pathways is more than just a magazine; it’s a testament to the potential and promise of our freshman class. We are incredibly proud of their hard work and dedication, and we are excited to share their achievements with the entire Commack community.

Join us as we embark on this journey through the creative minds of our freshman class. Whether you're a lover of art, literature, or simply curious about the talents of the next generation, Pathways offers a rich and inspiring experience that highlights the extraordinary potential of our students.

Congrats to CHS' Tyler C., who captured singles and doubles gold in tennis at the Special Olympics' New York State Summer Games this past weekend!

Tyler participated with the CHS JV tennis team this past season.

Congrats to CHS student Alexa V., who has been awarded a scholarship from the New York Blood Center due to her work with the Future Healthcare Professionals Club.

Alexa hosted a blood drive at CHS.

Future Healthcare Professionals Club advisor Jeanne Suttie presented Alexa with the award on Tuesday morning.

Congrats to retiring boys track coach Paul Sleavensky, who has been named League 2 Coach of the Year. The presentation was made at the Section XI All-Section Awards Dinner at Villa Lombardi's. It marks Sleavensky's third Coach of the Year award this school year alone. The boys spring track and field team went undefeated in League 2 en route to the championship.

CHS track and field’s Danny P. proved himself an elite competitor at the New York State Track and Field Championships.

Danny placed second in the pentathlon at Cicero North Syracuse this past weekend, and third overall in the Federation.

He also was selected to Newsday’s All-Long Island track and field team.

Three CHS students were honored Tuesday morning for their lofty achievements in scouting.

Matthew C. was presented a $1,925 check by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Elwood/Commack Post 9263 after placing first in Suffolk County and second in New York State in the Scout of the Year competition.

Meanwhile, CHS also recognized on Tuesday morning new Eagle Scouts Matthew M. and Jack F.

All three CHS students are active with Troop 125.

Matthew C. previously had been honored by Suffolk County executive Edward Romaine and Suffolk County legislator Nick Caracappa.

Superintendent Dr. Jordan Cox, who has spearheaded the Commack School District emerging as a leader in teaching financial literacy, served as a featured speaker at Bloomberg for Education’s 2024 Academic Symposium on Friday.

Dr. Cox addressed district leaders and other educators from throughout the Northeast during the event inside Bloomberg’s Manhattan headquarters.

Commack Schools will debut a financial lab resembling a stock exchange floor and featuring Bloomberg terminals for the 2024-25 school year. A new financial literacy teacher, Peter Myers, was approved during Thursday night’s Board of Education meeting to join the CHS staff.

All seniors will be required to take the financial literacy coursework beginning next school year. The lessons will be embedded into existing economics and social studies classes so that it does not diminish the number of electives the students are free to choose.

The financial education generally will provide Commack students practical knowledge they can apply throughout their adulthood.

The Bloomberg Financial Fundamentals unit, for example, will cover topics including the purpose of investing, types of investment, risk and reward, and portfolio management.

Friday’s symposium included officials from higher education and secondary education and also featured speakers including Bloomberg Economics chief economist Tom Orlik and Bloomberg head of AI engineering Anju Kambadur.

CHS ninth grader Estelle M. has been recognized for her submission to Northwell Health’s “Erase the Stigma” art competition.

Estelle took second place for her artwork.

The contest aimed to bring attention to May’s Mental Health Awareness Month and to help fight mental health stigma. This year’s theme was “#HopeStartsHere.”

The contest’s mission was to highlight mental health as an essential part of overall health and to provide a creative space in which students share their voice.

The artwork was judged on its originality, creativity and how well it expressed the contest theme.

Winners will have their work displayed by Cohen Children’s Medical Center.