The district welcomed all staff members back to the start of the 2024-25 school year with a Superintendent’s Conference Day held at Amityville Memorial High School on Aug. 28. The theme of the day, Building Bridges and Breaking Barriers, set the tone for a year focused on collaboration, inclusivity and progress.

Superintendent Dr. Gina Talbert kicked off the day by acknowledging the challenges the district faced last school year. “I am here to ask you to join me in taking the first steps toward a better year,” said Dr. Talbert. “We may not have the same rhythm as last year, but I believe that together, we can find a new harmony— one that is built on trust, resilience and a shared commitment to our students and to each other.”

Board of Education President Lisa Johnson also echoed these sentiments in her address to the staff and warmly welcomed all in attendance.

Dr. Talbert then outlined a series of goals for the upcoming school year centered on core academic areas, school culture and climate, parental and family engagement, and finance and budgeting. She also encouraged all staff members to identify their primary goals as educators, recognize any barriers in achieving these goals and reflect on what they can do to build a bridge from these roadblocks.

The district, in collaboration with all staff, looks forward to a year of growth and success ahead and thanks all employees for their continued dedication.

Date Added: 8/28/2024