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New Teachers Introduced In Hicksville

The first day of school is on Tuesday, Sept. 2.

The newest 2025-2026 faculty members were welcomed by the Hicksville Public Schools.
The newest 2025-2026 faculty members were welcomed by the Hicksville Public Schools. (Hicksville Public Schools )

HICKSVILLE, NY — As the new season is about to begin, Hicksville Public Schools is welcoming the new faculty members.

A two-day orientation was held on Wednesday and Thursday for the 10 educators joining the district.

The sessions provided an introduction to the district’s policies and procedures while
also giving new staff a chance to tour the school buildings.

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All new teachers will take part in monthly “New Teacher Workshops” designed to promote professional learning, collaboration, and mentorship throughout the year.

The new faculty members are:

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  • Matthew Classen - Science Teacher (Hickville High School)
  • Jade Vila - Music Teacher (elementary school)
  • Caroline Curley - Speech (elementary school)
  • Leo Soto - ENL (Hicksville High School)
  • Jessica Caporuscio - Science (Hicksville High School, Hicksville Middle School)
  • Lauren Helm - SPED (Hicksville Middle School)
  • Anastasia Walfisch – Reading (elementary school)
  • Brianna Utz - First Grade (elementary school)
  • Aqsa Ansari - Art (Hicksville High School)
  • Danielle Zarcone - Mathematics (Hicksville High School, Hicksville Middle School)

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