Half Hollow Hills
Central School District

Third graders at Paumanok recently wrapped up a physical education unit focused on muscular and cardiovascular endurance. Students rotated through high-energy stations filled with fun exercises and activities that kept them moving and motivated. 

Vanderbilt Student Council recently held their annual Socktober Drive, kicking it off with Crazy Sock Day. Council members counted and sorted nearly 1,100 pairs of new socks donated by families and staff.

Congratulations to Hills West senior Harry Wolk, who qualified for his third consecutive state championship after finishing tied for second at the Section XI Individual Championship at Pine Hills. This marks the first time in Hills West history that a golfer has qualified for three straight state championships.

Ms. Serra's 8th grade Family and Consumer Sciences students at West Hollow recently participated in mock interviews for the fictitious business Melville Books, Music & More.

On October 18th, select 4th grade music students participated with their families at the 17th Annual P.E.A.K. (Parents, Educators, and Kids) festival at Northport High School. The PEAK festival is a celebration of elementary classroom music and choral singing.

Congratulations to the Hills East, Hills West and West Hollow students selected as SCMEA All-County Jazz musicians at the advanced and intermediate levels!

Paumanok’s Kindness Club kicked off SOCTOBER with a mission to warm hearts and feet. Students are donating new socks all month long, which will be shared with a local homeless shelter as a gesture of care and compassion. #HHHCSD

The Half Hollow Hills community recently took part in the annual Safe Halloween event at Hills West where parents and children could safely trick or treat in hallways lined with tables decorated and staffed by high school clubs. 

West Hollow students had a blast at the annual Halloween Spooktacular Social, enjoying dancing, costume contests, games, snacks and time with friends! 

At the Halloween Haunt, students from Candlewood played games like Kan Jam, Corn Hole, and Spike Ball and took part in judging the very competitive 8th Annual Pumpkin Decorating Contest. At the PTA refreshment booth students enjoyed treats and drinks while listening to some spooky tunes in the cafeteria. #HHHCSD

Vanderbilt kicked off the school year with an energizing pep rally celebrating the theme “Going the Extra Mile!” 

Mr. Braun and Mrs. Watson’s AP Environmental Science students from Hills East spent the day canoeing along the Nissequogue River.

During every physical education class last week at Otsego, students walked to honor veterans. Each lap earned a patriotic star on a grade-level poster and a sticker from Miss Hanover or Mr. Davie. Here are some second graders proudly earning their stars. #HHHCSD

Signal Hill students learned valuable fire safety skills during Fire Safety Day, presented by the Signal Hill PTA and Melville Fire Department.

Sunquam Stars are seeing PINK! On Friday, October 17, Sunquam staff came together in PINK to raise funds for Breast Cancer Awareness.

Congratulations to Hills West freshman and Varsity Fencing Team member Bhairavi (Bhavi) Khanna, who has qualified for the 2026 Junior Olympics, taking place this January in Kansas City, Missouri.

Congratulations to Hills East students Annabelle Deaner, Blake Rabinowitz and Emma Wilck on achieving semifinalist status in the Coca-Cola Scholars Program!

Hills East students, staff and families had a great time celebrating Homecoming with the pep rally, festivities and football game! 

The new Half Hollow Hills 2024-2025 Annual Report is now available. Visit the link below to explore highlights from last school year and see the many achievements across our district. 

https://www.hhh.k12.ny.us/district/about-us

During School Board Recognition Week, we celebrate the Half Hollow Hills Board of Education for their leadership and commitment to ensuring opportunities for every student. Thank you for the guidance and support you provide our schools and community!

Congratulations to the talented Hills East and Hills West art students whose work was selected for this year’s Nightmare on Main Street Gallery!

Hills East and West students had an exciting opportunity this week at the Mini College Fairs, where they connected with representatives from colleges and universities across the country.

The Hills East Art Department celebrated Arts Advocacy Day where every art student and art teacher gathered to create, collaborate, and explore the many art opportunities at Hills East and beyond.

Hills West students, staff and community members came together to celebrate their 2025-2026 Homecoming with spirit and excitement, showing pride and building connections at both the pep rally and football game.

Niche.com's 2026 rankings recognize Half Hollow Hills as having some of the best schools in our county, state and country!