Longwood Schools Honored for Excellence in School Safety and Student Support

At the December 8 meeting, Suffolk County Deputy Police Commissioner Risco Mention-Lewis presented the Longwood Central School District Board of Education with a proclamation for excellence in school safety and student support initiatives, including extending resources for our community and serving as a role model for schools across the county, state, and nation.

The district was recognized for proactively building and maintaining strong relationships with the Suffolk County Police Department and elected officials to ensure best practices have been implemented and followed.  

"Thank you for all you do regarding student and community safety," stated Deputy Commission Mention-Lewis. "School safety is community safety."

Board Member and Safety Committee Chair William Massian shared the benefit of building partnerships and working with Commissioner Harrison and the Deputy Police Commissioner at the Police Academy.

"Over the last two years, our partnership has grown," said Mr. Massian. "Through these partnerships, we have seen tremendous progress and success, and I look forward to seeing more good things to come."

For the full presentation, click this link.