The latest “Sachem Conversation” is with Sachem alum and former USWNT player and current Louisville soccer coach Karen Ferguson Dayes. Ferguson Days was an inaugural inductee of the Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame and is […]
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Sachem Conversation with Neal Heaton
The latest “Sachem Conversation” is with Sachem alum and former big league pitcher, Neal Heaton. An inductee of the Sachem Athletic Hall of Fame, Suffolk Sports Hall of Fame, University of Miami Hall of Fame […]
Sachem Conversation with Pete McNeill
Sachem alum, teacher and coach Pete McNeill is one of the best distance runners to come from the community. He has spent decades helping cultivate a winning culture in the Sachem girls cross-country and track […]
Nothing on Record Since 2000 to Support Banning Sachem Logo or Flaming Arrows Name
There have been no formal complaints made about the Sachem or Flaming Arrows names or any use of the arrowhead logo in the school district, according to record requests with the New York State Governor’s […]
Sachem Alumni Association President Chris R. Vaccaro Appears on Fox News
Sachem Alumni Association President/Founder Chris R. Vaccaro Appeared on Fox & Friends to speak about the Native American image/name ban in New York. He specifically addressed Sachem’s history and tradition in relation to the decision […]
Vaccaro: Let’s Have an Open and Honest Discussion about Sachem’s Identity and Native American Heritage
The following letter was sent to the New York State Board of Regents, Sachem’s Board of Education, Sachem’s Administration, and the state and federal politicians representing our community. Sunday, April 16, 2023 Greetings, I never […]
Sachem Conversation with Dr. John Cassese
Dr. John Cassese was one of the first Sachem alumni hired by the school district as a teacher and coach. A 1960 graduate, he taught at every level and retired as a principal. His stories […]
Sachem Conversation with Sam Cario
At 92 years old, Sam Cario is sharp and still recalls his Sachem career with fond memories. Cario was Sachem’s first wrestling coach and one of the earliest hires for legendary Superintendent Walter C. Dunham. […]