Southampton UFSD

08/27/2026

The Southampton School District Board of Education has appointed Jose Torres as the new director of transportation.

“Our transportation department plays a vital role in supporting our students and families each day, and we are excited to have Jose Torres take on the important leadership role of director of transportation,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Fatima Morrell. “His experience will certainly ensure the continued success of the department and safety of all our students.”

Torres, of Shirley, joins the Southampton School District from the Mattituck-Cutchogue School District, where he served as transportation supervisor since 2021. In that role, he was responsible for scheduling, coordinating and dispatching buses, as well as overseeing inspections and repair work.

Prior to serving in Mattituck-Cutchogue, Torres was a dispatcher, hiring and training assistant manager, and bus driver.

He holds a school bus driver instructor certification from the State Education Department and School Bus examiner certification from the Department of Motor Vehicles.

“I am excited and honored to join the district as the new director of transportation,” said Torres. “I look forward to working alongside our transportation team, drivers, students and families to provide safe, reliable and efficient transportation services each day."

08/26/2026

Incoming Southampton Intermediate School fifth graders got a head start on the new school year during a summer orientation on Aug. 25. They explored the building, visited their classrooms and learned how to navigate the hallways using their class schedules. They also practiced an important new skill: opening and using their lockers. With staff members on hand to offer guidance, the students gained confidence before the first day of school.

08/25/2026

Southampton School District students in grades K-8 cumulatively read over 556 books, 29,000 pages and 3.5 million words over the summer as part of Superintendent Dr. Fatima Morrell’s annual summer reading challenge. Some students also connected their reading to creative STEAM projects, extending their learning beyond the pages of their books.

The 91 students who completed the challenge were celebrated during a culminating event on Aug. 6, earning prizes and accolades.

The summer reading initiative kicked off in June when Dr. Morrell visited Southampton Elementary School to read “We Are All Connected” by Gabi Garcia to students in both English and Spanish. Students were then tasked with exploring diverse books and completing eight to 10 book reports based on their reading.

08/03/2026

Public Hearing and Board of Education Meeting Tuesday, August 4, 2026
The Board of Education will hold a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, immediately following the Public Hearing for the District-Wide Safety Plan at 6:30 p.m. in the SIS Music Room. As always, the full agenda can be located online at https://go.boarddocs.com/ny/shufsd/Board.nsf/Public.
Audiencia Pública y Reunión de la Junta de Educación Martes, 4 de agosto de 2026
La Junta de Educación celebrará una Reunión Ordinaria el martes 4 de agosto de 2026, inmediatamente después de la Audiencia Pública del Plan de Seguridad para todo el Distrito, a las 6:30 p. m. en la Sala de Música de SIS. Como siempre, la agenda completa se puede encontrar en línea en https://go.boarddocs.com/ny/shufsd/Board.nsf/Public.

Southampton UFSD - Anchoring the Community

07/29/2026

Dear Students, Families, Staff, and Community,
As we head into the 2026-2027 school year, Southampton Union Free School District enters Year Two of our Set, Sail, Soar District Strategic Plan. Before we start Year Two, we want to share how far we've come.

The Set, Sail, Soar Strategic Plan sets a course with a clear vision for every student to excel academically, socioemotionally, and as global citizens who are critical thinkers. We continue to be committed to the goals and promises we have set as a community. This video shows where those promises and goals stand today, told by the students and staff, who bring them to life, in their own words.

Take a few minutes to watch. We think you'll see the vision taking shape.

07/28/2026

Join the Southampton Union Free School District!
We're seeking a Senior Office Assistant to support our Transportation Department.
This full-time, 12-month position plays a key role in keeping our transportation office running smoothly by providing administrative support, assisting with student transportation services, maintaining records, processing purchasing documents, and communicating with families, staff, and vendors.
Position Highlights:
Full-time, 12-month position
Annual Salary: starting at $56,031
Great benefits, Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave
Provisional Civil Service Appointment
We're looking for someone who is organized, detail-oriented, customer-focused, and enjoys working in a fast-paced office environment.
Application Deadline is fast approaching: August 2, 2026
Apply Online Here: https://www.southamptonschools.org/45626_3?articleID=71084
For more employment opportunities, please visit our website here: https://www.southamptonschools.org/45626_3

07/28/2026

The New York State Public High School Athletic Association has once again named Southampton High School a Scholar-Athlete School of Excellence for the 2025-26 school year.
To earn this recognition, 75% of the school’s varsity athletic teams were required to hold a GPA above 90%. Southampton is among 237 schools to receive this noteworthy designation.
The Southampton School District congratulates its varsity teams on an outstanding job.

07/15/2026

Southampton High School juniors were recently presented with prestigious awards from colleges and local organizations. The awards reflect the students’ hard work and dedication to academics. The Southampton School District congratulates the following students:

University of Vermont – Citizen Scholars Book Award
Sean Smith
Simmons Junior Book Award Program
Angelie Pino
Alfred University Scholars Award
Domenica Diaz
Alfred State Pioneer Leadership Award
Charles Rouse and EmmaJune Fennel
RIT – Computing Award
Madan Hegde
RIT – Math & Science Award
Reese Swiatocha
RIT – Art & Design Award
Addison Stevens
RIT – Business & Leadership Award
Leo Palladino
RIT – Humanities & Social Sciences Award
Cameron Kieffer
RIT – Engineering & Technology Award
Penelope Butler
Rensselaer Medal Award
Jan Gredysa
Worcester Polytechnical Institute (WPI) Innovation Award
Isiah Warden
Clarkson Leadership Award
Riley Cameron
Clarkson Achievement Award
Kaylee Grigo
Saint Michael's College Book Award
Junita Pelaez and Alexandra Beladidze
University of Rochester – Bausch & Lomb Honorary Science Award
Anna Beyer Clausen
University of Rochester – Frederick Douglass & Susan B. Anthony Award
Mateya Silvera
University of Rochester – George Eastman Young Leaders Award
Julia Vail
University of Rochester – Xerox Award for Innovation and
Information Technology
Colin Heaney
The Italian American Association of Hampton Bays Award
Alexandra Beladidze

07/09/2026

We're Hiring! Registered Nurse (RN)
Southampton Union Free School District is seeking a Full-Time Registered Nurse to join our team at Southampton Elementary School. Please apply soon as the application deadline is July 12th.
Location: Southampton Elementary School
Start Date: August 24, 2026
Salary: $71,078 (Step 1) in accordance with the Southampton Teachers Association Contract
Qualifications:
✔ NYS Licensed Registered Nurse
✔ Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
✔ Current AED/CPR Certification
✔ One year of medical/surgical or school nursing experience preferred
As a school nurse, you'll play a vital role in supporting the health, safety, and well-being of our students through direct care, health services, emergency response, and collaboration with families and staff.
Posting #: 043026-01
Application Deadline: July 12, 2026
Link to apply https://www.southamptonschools.org/45626_3?articleID=69395

Find out more on our website:https://www.southamptonschools.org/

Southampton UFSD

07/01/2026

Enjoy these highlights from June!