Port Jefferson School District Honors Three Outstanding Educators

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The Port Jefferson School District is honoring three exceptional team members at the SCOPE Education Services' 25th Annual School District Awards Dinner. Cindy Woodward, Eva Grasso, and Brian Sandak will be recognized for their outstanding work in the Support Service, Teacher Service, and Administrative Service categories, respectively.

Why it matters

The awards highlight the extraordinary talent, dedication, and impact of educators within the Port Jefferson school community. By recognizing these individuals, the district celebrates the vital role that teachers, support staff, and administrators play in fostering student success and strengthening the broader community.

The details

Cindy Woodward, the warm and steady heart of the health office at Edna Louise Spear Elementary School, is being honored for her genuine kindness, calm professionalism, and unwavering commitment to student well-being. Eva Grasso, a dynamic leader in the district's middle and high schools, is recognized for her innovative teaching practices, including integrating real-world relevance into instruction and guiding colleagues in the ethical use of artificial intelligence. Brian Sandak, the district's technology leader, is being honored for ensuring that every student has access to functioning technology, strengthening student and staff security, and empowering teachers to focus on instruction.

• The SCOPE Education Services' 25th Annual School District Awards Dinner will take place on Monday, March 23, 2026.
• Last year, SCOPE honored 172 professionals across the region.

What’s next

The SCOPE Education Services' 25th Annual School District Awards Dinner, where the three Port Jefferson educators will be honored, will take place on Monday, March 23, 2026.