To thank the Copiague School District Board of Education for their ongoing support of students and volunteer service, the seven trustees were honored during the Oct. 28 Board meeting in recognition of School Board Recognition Week. Annually, the New York State School Boards Association sponsors and recognizes the important role board members play in New York public schools throughout the month of October. 

The recognition began with a performance by the Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School Madrigal Choir. In the board’s name, the Copiague Teachers Association made a generous donation to two local food pantries, while the Copiague Association of Supervisors contributed to support local families in need this holiday season. The Copiague Association of Principals made a monetary donation to the Chris Madden Scholarship, which is given annually to a graduating Copiague senior. The Copiague PTA Council joined in by providing refreshments for the celebration and making contributions to both the National Kidney Foundation and the Chris Madden Scholarship. The Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School Art Honor Society created a piece for display in the board of education meeting room.