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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….
The Sachem Alumni Association proudly inducted the 2025 class of inductees for the Sachem Hall of Honor. This prestigious recognition celebrates Sachem alumni who have made significant contributions in their fields and left a lasting impact on society. Now in its eighth year, the Sachem Hall of Honor continues to spotlight distinguished alumni whose achievements reflect the…
The Sachem Alumni Association is proud to announce the 2025 class of inductees for the Sachem Hall of Honor. This prestigious recognition celebrates Sachem alumni who have made significant contributions in their fields and left a lasting impact on society. Now in its eighth year, the Sachem Hall of Honor continues to spotlight distinguished alumni…
Sachem Schools proudly joins the nationwide celebration of National Girls & Women in Sports Day (NGWSD), recognizing the achievements, resilience, and contributions of female athletes—past and present—who have shaped the district’s rich sports legacy. Through a partnership between the Sachem Athletic Department and the Sachem Alumni Association, the district has released a commemorative poster design honoring…
In a homecoming of sorts, Sachem boys basketball hosted a special theme night to recognize their 1,000-point scorers. Paired with a rivalry game between Sachem North and Sachem East, a packed house in Lake Ronkonkoma paid tribute to Jeff Ruland ’77, Jerry Schlie ’97, and James Butler ’20. Each scored 1,000 points in their Sachem…
Congratulations to the Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2024, which was officially inducted on December 14, 2024. See photo gallery from the event. Courtney Bertolone, ‘07, Field Hockey & Lacrosse Karen Bravy Grace, ‘90, Soccer Joe Buonincontri, ‘78, Basketball James Byrne, ‘89, Football, Baseball & Triathlon Dennis Dragonette, Baseball Coach Jimmy Fox, ‘82,…
The latest Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame induction class will be honored on Saturday, December 14, 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. A committee of athletic directors,…
Sachem alum Jason Kling ’01, a Commanding Officer in the U.S. Coast Guard, addressed the Sachem North football team before their Week 1 matchup against Ward Melville. He also served as honorary captain during the pre-game coin toss. This was part of a larger game theme to honor Sachem Football alumni who have attended U.S….
Kristen Bowes Burke ’94 is one of our finest Sachem alumni. The Harvard and Fordham graduate has the rare honor of being inducted into the Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame and the Sachem Hall of Honor. For these reasons, she was this year’s commencement speaker at Sachem North.