Feature on schools. Topic: EDUCATION
Written by Linda DeVelvis in
August, 1994
SCHOOLS EVOLVED FROM EARLY DAYS...Pg 3 |
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| After World War II, the citizens of Sidney encountered the
need for more schools as a result of the ‘baby boom.’ This resulted in the
renovation of the Port Jefferson and Maplewood schools, replacement of the old ward
schools with four new buildings. Whittier, Emerson, Longfellow and finally Lowell schools
opened their doors in the early 1950s. Parkwood Junior High School (now Northwood) was built and the junior high programs eventually divided between Northwood and what became Bridgeview. Finally, in 1960, the new Sidney High School on Campbell opened its doors. In 1969, after an addition was made, Sidney High School included 9th through 12th grade students. Throughout the history of the educational system, the community has responded to maintain a high quality of education. A joint effort between education and business has also been instrumental in maintaining the quality educational system. |
The last students attended Port Jefferson School (pictured above) in 1979-80. It was later torn down. [ Back ] [ Next ] [ Up ] [ New Search ] |
