East Rockaway UFSD proudly welcomed its newest educators and staff members this week, beginning with an orientation at Rhame Avenue School on Aug. 25. The day served as an introduction to the district’s close-knit community and set the stage for a year of collaboration, learning and growth.

The district is excited to have this talented group join its schools:

* Jennifer Belfiore – Science Chairperson, East Rockaway High School
* Brooke DeGiulio – Special Education Teacher, East Rockaway High School
* Amy Dinoff – English as a New Language (ENL), districtwide
* Brooke Goulston – Teaching Assistant (Academic Intervention), Rhame Avenue School
* Patrick Hopkins – Art Teacher, East Rockaway High School
* Phil Jung – Physics Teacher, East Rockaway High School
* Lindsay Maleska – School Counselor, Rhame Avenue and Centre Avenue Schools
* Alexandra Petricca – Chemistry Teacher, East Rockaway High School
* Darla Petricca – Math Teacher, East Rockaway High School
* Adrian Rodriguez – World Language (Spanish) Teacher, East Rockaway High School

With their expertise and enthusiasm, these new staff members will make a meaningful impact on students and the broader school community. The district extends a warm welcome and looks forward to the contributions they will bring in the year ahead.