The South Country School District Board of Education has appointed Dr. Anthony Aiello as ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School’s new assistant principal, effective Dec. 16.
“We are excited to welcome Dr. Aiello to our district,” said Superintendent of Schools Antonio Santana. “He joins us with a wealth of experience, and we are certain he will be a positive asset to our district and our students.”
Dr. Aiello joins South Country as a long-time educator. He most recently served as the assistant principal at Nassau BOCES’ Center for Community Adjustment.
He began his educational career as a history teacher in the alternative night school programs at both the Connetquot Central School District and Rocky Point Union Free School District. He also taught history in the Central Islip Union Free School District and Hauppauge Union Free School District. While in Hauppauge, he also took on an administrative role as the coordinator of the high school’s personal academic support services.
Dr. Aiello holds a doctorate in education from St. John’s University, a master’s degree and certification in advanced leadership from Stony Brook University, and a bachelor’s degree in history from St. Joseph’s College. He also holds certification from New York State in secondary social studies education, teaching students with disabilities and school leadership. He is an active member of the Long Island Council for the Social Studies, the Gilder Lehrman Institute and the Future Leaders Academy.
“I am truly honored and excited to be part of ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School,” said Dr. Aiello. “I look forward to working closely with the administrative team to foster strong relationships with our students, staff and the school community, continuing the great work that has already made ³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏÍø Middle School a place of excellence. Together, we will inspire and empower students to become lifelong learners and leaders.”
Date Added: 11/22/2024