District welcomes new athletic director
The district has named Adam Sherrard the new Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics, effective July 25, 2018.
Mr. Sherrard possesses an extensive background in educational
leadership, teaching and coaching in Prince George County, MD, as well
as locally in Smithtown and Huntington. He holds New York State
professional certifications in school district and school building
leadership, physical education, health and as an attendance teacher. He
is also certified in crisis prevention intervention, CPR, first aid and
AED (Automated External Defibrillation).
Throughout his professional career, Mr. Sherrard has taught physical
education at all grade levels, most recently at the Jack Abrams STEM
Intermediate School in the Huntington Union Free School District. His
diverse undertakings include implementing and ensuring the knowledge and compliance of New York State
Public High School Athletic Association, Section XI and Department of
Health regulations, securing grant funds to support student wellness –
including a filtered water fountain and fitness equipment for an
adaptive physical education program, collaborating on and implementing a
district student wellness policy, and leading professional development
to physical education teachers on incorporating technology into the
curriculum.
“The energy and enthusiasm that Mr. Sherrard exudes will serve our
district well,” said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Paul Casciano. “We
look forward to his leadership and progressive ideas in building on the
many successes of our athletic program. Mr. Sherrard will continue to
move us in the positive direction of our physical education and health
education programs. This includes social and emotional growth
opportunities to ensure our students have the support systems needed to
succeed.”
Mr. Sherrard, a resident of Farmingville, earned an advanced graduate
certificate in educational leadership from SUNY Stony Brook and a Master
of Arts in educational leadership and administration from Touro
University International. He holds a Bachelor of Science in physical
education from Cortland University.
“I’m eager to work with the students, staff, nurses, administrators,
coaches and parents in the district,” Mr. Sherrard said. “Since I first
arrived here, I noticed the commitment to the well-being of students is
profound and I look forward to continuing to strengthen the positive
environment in the Port Jefferson School District.”