Long Island Student Who Learned English 4 Years Ago Wins $3K Optimum Essay Scholarship

A Brentwood eighth grader earned a $3,000 scholarship as a grand prize winner in Optimum’s Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest.

Central Islip High School Class Of 1984 Hosts Panel For Upcoming Graduates

Panelists from the military, law, education, and business shared life advice with students.

School Supplies And Haircuts Offered At Brentwood Event

Senator Monica Martinez and Liga de Justicia Abogados are bringing free school supplies, barber services and more to Long Island.

Brentwood's 2025-26 School Budget Results Are In

See whether the Brentwood Union Free School District budget passed this year.

Central Islip's 2025-26 School Budget Results Are In

See whether the Central Islip Union Free School District's budget passed this year after residents across Long Island voted on Tuesday.

Central Islip School Budget Vote Tuesday: What You Need To Know

Long Island residents are voting on 2025-2026 school budgets. Here's everything you need to know before casting your vote in Central Islip.

Brentwood School Budget Vote Tuesday: What You Need To Know

Long Island residents are voting on 2025-2026 school budgets. Here's everything you need to know before casting your vote in Brentwood.

'Best Feeling Ever': LI Teen Elected New York State Student Governor

A Brentwood High School student has been elected to represent New York State at National Student Governors Conference.

Suffolk Sheriff Student Ambassadors Graduate

Thirty students graduated from the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office Student Ambassador Program​ at Central Islip High School.

Brentwood Students Serve As Legislators for a Day

Brentwood students debated and voted in a mock legislative session hosted by the Suffolk County Legislature.

Brentwood High Senior Named Regeneron Scholar

Award-winning projects in the prestigious competition cover topics in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, and mathematics.

Brentwood Teen Missing For More Than 1 Week: Police

A Brentwood teen has been missing since November, Suffolk County Police Department announced Monday.

Brentwood School District Celebrates AP Scholar Students

Fifty-one Brentwood High School students earned the prestigious title of AP Scholar.

Central Islip High Choir Performs At Queen's College

Central Islip High School's concert choir performed at Queens College for a high school choral festival.

'It All Started With Family': LI Student Trumpeter Invited To NYSSMA

A Central Islip High School trumpet player will perform in the annual NYSSMA All-State Festival Performing Ensemble in upstate New York.

Brentwood Students Help Restore Eelgrass Beds In The Great South Bay

Students in Brentwood High's STEAM program partnered with conservationists to restore eelgrass beds in the Great South Bay.

Teacher Spotlight: Elaina Cusumano Puts 'Heart And Soul' Into Teaching

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

Woman Trespasses At East Islip Middle School Via Locked Door: PD

The woman entered the East Islip Middle School without permission, police say.

300+ Backpacks Stuffed With School Supplies Up For Grabs Saturday

Suffolk police and Pickleball Express will give away 300 backpacks stuffed with school supplies to students on Saturday, August 31.

Teacher Spotlight: Brentwood's 'Inspiring, Encouraging' Kelly Le Min

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

Brentwood High Salutes First Veteran Honorary Graduate

Brentwood UFSD awarded its first honorary high school diploma as part of New York State’s Operation Recognition.

Brentwood UFSD Celebrates New School Year With Community Gathering

The annual celebration brings Brentwood families and school administration together to ensure a successful start to the new school year.

Back To School Event Brings School Supplies And Haircuts To Brentwood

Senator Monica Martinez and Liga de Justicia Abogados are bringing free school supplies, barber services and more to Brentwood.

Brentwood UFSD Names New Superintendent And Assistant Superintendent

The Brentwood Union Free School District appointed Wanda Ortiz-Rivera as superintendent and Matthew Gengler as assistant superintendent.

Donations Needed For Islip's Annual School Supply Drive

Youth Bureau's Annual School Supply Drive is in full swing collecting donations for families in the Islip community.

Teacher Spotlight: Patty Riegger 'Goes Above And Beyond' In Islip

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

Teacher Spotlight: Sequoyah Wharton Goes Above And Beyond In Brentwood

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

Teacher Spotlight: Laurie Rios Shares Positive Energy In Central Islip

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they're valued and appreciated.

New York Lottery Sends $600 Million To LI Schools: Report

​Long Island schools received nearly $600 million dollars in funding from the New York State Lottery last year, according to a new report.

Central Islip Senior Awarded 'Life Changing' Scholarship: Report

The Central Islip High senior was one of 750 students choses from over 53,000 high schoolers, News12 reported.

Local Teens Graduate From Suffolk PD Youth Academy

Week-long program introduces youth to police tactics and training.

LI Students Get Fancy At Suffolk PD's Annual Prom Event

"We had a great time watching the teens walk the runway in their dresses and suits." - Suffolk PD.

Threats Against Islip Schools Trigger Safety Measures: PD

Threats made against Islip Union Free School District have sparked enhanced safety measures and an investigation by Suffolk County Police.

Brentwood Superintendent Announces Retirement For End Of The Month

Superintendent Richard Loeschner announced his intention to retire on Sept. 30.

Back To School: Central Islip 2023-24 School Calendar

Parents in Central Islip can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

Back To School: Brentwood 2023-24 School Calendar

Parents in Brentwood can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

Brentwood School District Budget Vote: What You Need To Know

Here's what you need to know before you cast your ballot in Brentwood.

3 Brentwood HS Students Make PBS '20 Under 20' List Of Storytellers

The students storytellers were recognized for making a difference in their communities.

Brentwood HS Student 1st To Receive AFJROTC Scholarship

The cadet is the first to receive this scholarship at Brentwood High School.

Brentwood HS Principal On Paid Leave Amid Conduct Probe: Report

The principal is currently at home pending the outcome of an investigation.