Category: News

  • CHS Catholic Art Contest

    Flyers Challenged to Create Visual Representations of “Truth, Goodness, and Beauty” Brady Reis ’24 This past November, students at Chaminade High School participated in the “Truth, Goodness, and Beauty” Art Challenge. Their task was to incorporate their own faith into a piece of art using a medium or design of their choosing. The challenge was…

  • Religion Department Changes

    Students Are Focusing On What Matters Most—Both In and Out of the Classroom Sean Keane ’23 Throughout its history, Chaminade High School has built a reputation as a school that values academics. The school has always offered honors-level coursework and, more recently, Advanced Placement classes. Rigorous science classes and thought-provoking English classes are necessary to…

  • Student Profile: Braccia 

    Brandon Braccia ’23 Teaches Snowboarding to Kids & Veterans with Disabilities Nektarios Donas ’24 Brandon Braccia ’23 is an exceptional senior who gives back to his community through his snowboarding and entrepreneurial skills. In a one-on-one interview, Tarmac was able to speak to Braccia about his position with  the Adaptive Sports Foundation. Tarmac: Hi, Brandon.…

  • Restoring Local Waters

    JT Casamassima ’25 Researches Marine Life for Cornell Cooperative Extension Anthony Scarmozzino ’24 While Long Island is known for its gorgeous coastal scenery, since the 1970s overfishing and pollution have continually degraded the water quality. This has greatly impacted the Island’s marine life, which includes bivalve creatures such as oysters, clams, mussels, and scallops that…

  • Part of the Marianist Mission

    Dylan Long ’23 The Society of Mary is dedicated to forming people and communities of faith through education. Marianist brothers operate schools around the globe, many of which are located in the United States. In order to stay connected to the mission, high-ranking members of the Society of Mary make sure to visit each one…

  • Meet the Senior Leaders

    Upperclassmen Offer Freshmen Advice & Support Throughout the School Year   Will Ferraro-Reich ’26 At Chaminade High School, the Senior Leaders Club has a significant influence on the freshman class. The group is made up of upperclassmen who volunteer their time to guide Chaminade’s newest students through 3-C Week, preparing them for their upcoming four years…

  • New Teacher Feature: Ms. Cinnamo, Mrs. Madacsi, and Ms. Rindenow

    For the 2022-2023 school year, Chaminade welcomed a plethora of new faculty members to its many departments. Three new faculty members are Ms. Cinnamo, Mrs. Madacsi, and Ms. Rindenow.  Ms. Cinnamo – Sean Sweeny ’24 Chaminade’s Guidance department welcomes Ms. Michelle Cinnamo to their team. She graduated from Valley Stream North High School and attended…

  • New Teacher Feature: Dr. Hart, Mr. Gallery, and Mr. Crandall

    By John Tarpey ’25 After attending Chaminade as a student from 2009-2013, Dr. Eamonn Hart ’13 has returned—this time  as an educator and the newest member of the mathematics department, teaching Pre-Calculus 10 and BC 1. In addition to teaching, he also serves as one of the moderators of the Math Club, which  meets Tuesdays…

  • 2022 Fall Sports Recap

    Crew—The team had a tough race schedule, competing against schools that are likely to be contenders for the national championships. The Flyers’ top boats were able to finish races within seconds of these nationally-ranked teams, while the 4th, 5th, and 6th varsity boats were able to defeat other schools’ top boats. Cross Country—Varsity placed 2nd…

  • Glee Club in Philadelphia

    This past month, the Crimson and Gold Glee Clubs took a trip to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to sing in front of a crowd at the Liberty Bell. The club left Chaminade via bus in the morning and, upon arrival, went on a cruise around the harbor. The Glee Club then performed at People’s Plaza, located in…