Musicians attend L.I. string fest Herricks advance Coke program Herricks groups perform in Port Herricks junior cited for art work

Herricks High School junior Gabriella Cardone was recently recognized by the Region At Large Program of the 100th year of Scholastic Art and Writing Awards 2023. The Herricks artist is receiving the Silver Key Award for her mixed media piece “Self-Reflection.”

Cardone has also been recognized as a Nassau Region Finalist in the PTA Reflections contest for her piece “My Generational Duty.”

Herricks Art teacher Jennifer Cavalluzzo said, “We are very proud of Gabby for her recent recognitions and her contributions to the Art program.”

Twenty-seven Herricks High School musicians recently attended the Long Island String Festival Association’s (LISFA) Secondary Festival at Uniondale High School. Students were selected for this prestigious festival based on their NYSSMA Solo Evaluation scores from the previous year and teacher recommendations.

The talented young string players rehearsed with prominent guest conductors for four hours each day, culminating in a final performance on the final day of the festival.

Herricks Director of Fine and Performing Arts Anissa Arnold said, “I am very proud to see so many students represent Herricks at this event.” She continued, “It is a great honor for the students and a true testament of the effort and dedication of both students and teachers.”