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Vol. 73, No. 24
WEDNESDAY, June 12, 2024
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IN THE NEWS Massapequa Chamber’s annual fair Science teacher joining Massapequa High School leadership team Michael Brzezinski, an experienced science teacher in the Massapequa School District, is joining the administrative team at Massapequa High School on July 1 as the executive assistant to the principal. He is replacing Michael Quigley, who is retiring. Mr. Brzezinski came to the district in 2005 as a science teacher at Berner Middle School, then moved to the high After spending 19 years in the front of school in 2006, where a science classroom, Michael Brzezinski moves into an administrative he has primarily taught role as Massapequa High School’s biology, anatomy and new executive assistant to the principhysiology, and ma- pal on July 1. rine science. He has also taken on several leadership roles including as assistant coach of the varsity lacrosse team, member of the Shared Decision Making Committee and coordinator of the summer recreation program and summer sports skills camps. Earlier this year, he accompanied two students to the Long Island Regional Student Leadership Forum. He holds a bachelor’s degree in pre-medicine from LIU Post, a master’s degree in science education from New York University and his administrative certificate from Stony Brook University. The married father of two resides in Huntington. In moving from the science wing to the general office, Mr. Brzezinski joins the administrative team of Principal Barbara Lowell, fellow Executive Assistant to the Principal Deja Murphy and deans of students John Musmacker and Kenneth Wing. His responsibilities will include oversight of extracurricular activities, management and administration of Advanced Placement exams, and coordination of major events like homecoming, prom and graduation. He will also take over as chairman of the Shared Decision Making Committee, a group of administrators, teachers, staff, students and parents. As Massapequa works to develop its Portrait of a Graduate, Mr. Brzezinski welcomes his expanded leadership role in helping the district fulfill its vision and mission. “My goal is to support the students, teachers and all of the other stakeholders in our community,” he said. “I will bring a collaborative and cooperative approach, and will have an open-door policy. I’m looking forward to being more involved in the milestone events for our students and giving them the best possible high school experience.”
draws record crowds and local vendors By Mike Polansky For the first time ever, the 11th annual Massapequa Chamber of Commerce Street Fair on Sunday June 2 had a “sold out” roster of vendors, as a record 130 booths lined both sides of Broadway in Massapequa from Veterans Boulevard up to Clark Boulevard.
once again serving as the Master of Ceremonies. Presentation of the Colors was led by AmVets Post 88 Vice President Ray Easley, the Pledge of Allegiance, and the invocation by Pastor Chris Merz of Massapequa’ CenterPort Church.
The fairway along Broadway was full of eager shoppers, browsers and those looking to enjoy some of the offerings of the many food vendors at the Massapequa Chamber of Commerce Fair last week. See inside for more photos of the event. There was a large and varied assortment of food vendors, craft vendors, rides and games for the kids, and informational booths for the Massapequa Public Library, the Massapequa Road Runners Club and other local organizations. The turnout of folks who enjoyed the event was also a record, as an estimated crowd of 10,000 attendees enjoyed the day, an increase of about 25% over the 2023 Fair, according to organizers. This year’s Street Fair was held in honor of Chamber Past President Tony Ventiera, who was an integral part of the event for many years. Ventiera died three weeks before this year’s fair. The Street Fair opened at 11 a.m. Formal ceremonies began at 1 p.m.. with Chamber’s Keith Wilson
Mike and Jen Masone of Masone Masonry were honored as the Grand Marshalls of the Fair, Masone Masonry was a sponsor of the fair’s entertainment, and has now signed on to be the sponsor of the Chamber’s Annual Christmas Tree lighting this year. Chamber President Robert Zabbia recognized Mike
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