Deer Park High School’s band and chorus had a busy day on Dec. 23, traveling throughout the district to perform beloved holiday tunes for appreciative audiences at the district office, high school, middle school, JFK, JQA and May Moore. The setlist included traditional favorites as “Silent Night,” “Hark the Herald Angels,” “Jingle Bells,” “We Wish You a Merry Christmas.”

Date Added: 12/23/2025

John F. Kennedy Intermediate School held its annual holiday sing-a-long on Dec. 22, led by the school’s talented music department. The event featured Kristen Lombardo on vocals, Jake Cosentino on violin, Greg Gullotti on guitar, Eric Gottesman on bass, and special guest middle school music teacher William Green on drums. Students and staff filled the gym, singing holiday favorites and celebrating the season together.

“This has become one of our favorite days of the year," Lombardo said. The energy in the room is palpable and the holiday spirit is tremendous. It’s also a chance for the music department to showcase their talents and have so much fun with the school community. What a great way to bring 2025 to a close!"

Date Added: 12/23/2025

Robert Frost Middle School and John Quincy Adams Primary School ENL students recently came together to celebrate the season during a joyful cross-grade visit. Frost students from Christy Villalobos’ class visited ENL students at JQA, where they read a gingerbread-themed story, created their own gingerbread houses and played a lively game of holiday bingo. The visit concluded with a festive dance party filled with music, laughter and smiles. 

“This annual tradition is a special opportunity for our English language learners to build connections across grade levels, strengthen their sense of community and celebrate the holidays,” JQA teacher Maria Cacoperdo said.

Date Added: 12/23/2025

Deer Park High School’s talented student musicians took center stage during two winter concerts held Dec. 17 and 18 in the school auditorium. Performed before packed houses, the concerts showcased impressive musicianship and celebrated the hard work of the school’s nine different ensembles.

The first night featured the concert orchestra, directed by Julia Ingemi; the jazz ensemble, directed by Michael Livorno; and the symphonic band, directed by Derek Schmelter. On night two, audiences heard the select choir and mixed chorus, both directed by Catherine Singer; the chamber orchestra, directed by Ingemi; and the wind ensemble, directed by Schmelter. Among the many highlights was the second night’s closer, when the chamber orchestra joined the wind ensemble for a spirited rendition of “Sleigh Ride.”

Additionally, members of the school’s guitar ensemble, led by Scott Abrams, entertained the community by performing holiday music in the lobby.

Click here to view the Winter Concerts Draw Packed Audiences at Deer Park HS slideshow.

 

 

Date Added: 12/22/2025

Four classes at John F. Kennedy Intermediate School recently joined together to give back to the community by sponsoring a dog named Hunter from the Babylon Animal Shelter. The students collected much-needed supplies for the shelter while learning the importance of compassion, responsibility and giving back during the holiday season.

Date Added: 12/20/2025