At the June 20 meeting of the Northport-East Northport Board of Education, the Board recognized the Rotary Student of the Month and a staff member for her lifesaving actions.

Congratulations to senior Kevin Cusumano on being named the Rotary Student of the Month for Career and Technical Education.

Kevin was recognized by his teachers for his ability to diagnose and repair even the most complex car issues, his willingness to take on difficult projects and his personal growth.

“It is difficult when you get a car that comes to you in pieces and basically you have to figure it out, and Kevin has the knowledge to be able to do those things and make it happen,” said Wilson Tech Instructor Ralph Savarese.

“It feels amazing to earn this award because I have worked up to this moment by learning and expanding my knowledge,” Kevin said.

In the fall, Kevin will be attending a two-year Toyota and Lexus program at Suffolk County Community College.

The recognitions concluded with the Board honoring school nurse Shari Beyersdorf who saved a life using the Heimlich Maneuver at Fifth Avenue Elementary School.

Date Added: 6/25/2024