Bayport-Blue Point Welcomes New Students

BAYPORT-BLUE POINT — Students in the Bayport-Blue Point School District prepared for the new school year during student orientations on August 28.

James Wilson Young Middle School Principal Patricia Westerlund welcomed incoming sixth graders and explained to students what they could expect during their first year and time at the middle school. Students explored the building, located their classrooms and tried out their lockers for the first time.

Donning yellow Bayport-Blue Point T-shirts, older students assisted the sixth graders in finding
their classrooms and answering questions.

Over at Bayport-Blue Point High School, Principal Jamal Walcott welcomed the freshman class of 2028 and introduced them to the administration, the school’s social worker, counselor, class adviser and BBP Connects advisers. The orientation covered topics such as the students’ schedules, the college and career center, what clubs and activities are offered and more.

Following Walcott, motivational speaker, powerlifter and wrestler Rohan Murphy took the stage, sharing his story of overcoming adversity with a disability and achieving what he was told could not be done.

Murphy stressed the importance of perseverance and determination when it comes to accomplishing goals.

“If you want something out of life, go get it,” he told students.

Afterward, the class of 2028 also explored their new building, found their classes and asked questions.