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School district and Riverhead Police investigating another swastika incident at middle school

by Nov 27, 2023
A student at the middle school drew a swastika on a blackboard, the Riverhead school district said this afternoon. The matter is being investigated by the district and police. The student is being disciplined and district officials spoken with the interim superintendent said.

Anti-Bias Task Force divided as it votes a second time to approve donation of DEI-enhancement books to school libraries

by Nov 21, 2023
A controversy that’s been brewing all year about the purchase of books by the town’s anti-bias task force for Riverhead school libraries may finally be coming to an end.

School district reports discovery of ‘small swastika’ at middle school

by Nov 18, 2023
Riverhead Central School District reports the discovery of another swastika symbol on school property, this time on a piece of artwork at Riverhead Middle School.

Forty-seven Riverhead students receive AP Scholar recognition from the College Board

by Nov 6, 2023
Forty-seven current and former Riverhead High School students have been recognized by the College Board as AP Scholars, according to school district officials.

Blue Masques present ‘Mean Girls’ musical this weekend at Riverhead High School

by Nov 2, 2023
The Riverhead High School Blue Masques will present the musical comedy, "Mean Girls," this weekend. Performances are Friday at...

Riverhead School district reports student made ‘non-specific threat’ directed at middle school

by Oct 27, 2023
The Riverhead Central School District notified families last night of what it called “a non-specific threat” made by a student on the Riverhead Middle School for Friday. The student was identified and spoken to, and 'appropriate disciplinary action' will be taken, the district said.

Update: Riley Avenue student brought bullet, no weapon to school, police say

by Oct 16, 2023
Riverhead school officials and police are investigating the origins of a bullet that was found on the floor of a school bus this morning, according to the acting superintendent.

Harlem Wizards will return to Riverhead this year

by Sep 27, 2023
After a three-year hiatus, the Harlem Wizards are returning to Riverhead this fall with a performance at Riverhead High School set for Nov. 9.

Swastikas drawn on desks at Riverhead High School, superintendent reports in letter

by Sep 23, 2023
Riverhead Central School District officials have opened an investigation this week into swastikas drawn on desks in a Riverhead High School classroom.

Riverhead High School student in police custody after using pepper spray on another student

by Sep 8, 2023
A Riverhead High School student is in police custody this morning after using pepper spray on another student, according to the school district.
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