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The Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame is proud to announce its 2026 induction class, recognizing those whose achievements and contributions have enriched Sachem’s storied athletic tradition. The induction ceremony will be held on Saturday, Dec. 19, at 10 a.m. at Sachem High School North. This year’s ceremony will mark the 11th induction in the history…
This year’s Sachem commencement ceremonies featured two distinguished alumni whose journeys came full circle as they returned to the district that helped shape them. Kristen Shanahan, a member of the Sachem East Class of 2020, delivered the commencement address at Sachem East, while Stephanie Lydecker, a Sachem North Class of 1990 graduate and accomplished media…
Congratulations to this year’s Sachem Hall of Honor inductees, who were recognized in a ceremony on Saturday morning at Sachem High School North. The Hall of Honor is operated and organized through the Sachem Alumni Association. *Rick Ammirati (Class of 1982) – President, Prince Public Relations & President, Holbrook Chamber of Commerce *Thomas Banks (Class of 1977) – Physician Assistant…
Celebrate the induction of the Sachem Hall of Honor Class of 2026 during a special ceremony on Saturday, June 6, at 10 a.m. at Sachem High School North. The ceremony is free and open to the public. This year’s Hall of Honor class represents more than five decades of graduates and includes distinguished leaders in…
Hundreds of alumni, families, students, and community members packed the Thomas J. Sabatelle Gymnasium at Sachem High School North as the Sachem Alumni Association oversaw the 10th induction ceremony of the Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame, honoring the distinguished Class of 2025. The milestone event celebrated former athletes and coaches whose achievements extended far beyond…
The latest induction class of the Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame will be honored on Saturday, December 20, at 10 a.m. at Thomas J. Sabatelle Gymnasium at Sachem High School North. Each winter, the Sachem Alumni Association honors the most deserving former athletes, coaches, and supporters for their dedication to Sachem Athletics. Inductees can only…
This summer, Sachem alum and University of Louisville women’s soccer coach Karen Ferguson-Dayes (Class of ’90) returned home to speak with the Sachem East and Sachem North girls’ soccer teams – via Zoom. Organized by the Sachem Alumni Association and Sachem Athletic Department around National Girls and Women in Sports Day, Karen’s visit kicked off…
We’re thrilled that Rich Cimini (Class of 1981) was this year’s commencement speaker at Sachem North! A proud Sachem alum, Rich has built an extraordinary career as one of the most respected sportswriters in America. From his early days at The Sachem Harbinger to becoming the longtime New York Jets beat writer for the NY…
A longtime Sachem teacher and successful Sachem alumnus were recognized for their powerful connection by having a room named in their honor. The Robert Gerstenberg–Christopher Macchio Music Room was dedicated at Samoset Middle School. Gerstenberg taught at Sachem for more than 30 years, and Macchio, who graduated from Sachem in 1996, went on to become America’s Presidential Tenor. The…
The Sachem Central School District proudly honored two remarkable figures in its music legacy with the official dedication of the Samoset Middle School music room to Robert Gerstenberg and Christopher Macchio. Gerstenberg, a beloved and longtime music educator in Sachem, helped shape generations of student musicians through his passion, leadership, and dedication to the arts….