Several string musicians from Edna Louise Spear Elementary School and Port Jefferson Middle School were selected to participate in the prestigious Intermediate Long Island String Festival (LISFA) held on January 26 at Elwood Middle School. This outstanding group of student musicians represented their schools with pride and showcased their musical abilities.

The selected students were:
* Seyanna Cerar (Grade 7)
* Ethan Park (Grade 6)
* Luke Peterson (Grade 8)
* Maxwell Quartararo (Grade 8)
* Sebastian Salzman (Grade 8)
* Addison Schmettan (Grade 5)
* Leilani Von Oiste (Grade 8)

These students were chosen based on their exceptional NYSSMA scores and teacher recommendations, competing against other talented musicians from across Suffolk County. Their hard work, dedication, and musical passion were on full display at the festival, and the Port Jefferson school community is extremely proud of their accomplishments.

The LISFA festival provided an invaluable opportunity for these young musicians to collaborate with peers from around the region, enhance their performance skills, and experience the joy of making music at a higher level. The event was a testament to the dedication of students and their teachers. The Port Jefferson School District continues to support and celebrate the musical achievements of its students. Congratulations to all the selected string students for this remarkable achievement!

Photo 1: Port Jefferson Middle School LISFA Student: Ethan Park (grade 6)
Photo 2: Port Jefferson Elementary/Intermediate Festival LISFA Students: Addison Schmettan (grade 5), Luke Peterson (grade 8), Leilani Von Oiste (grade 8), Maxwell Quartararo (grade 8), Seyanna Cerar (grade 7), and Sebastian Salzman (not pictured).

Date Added: 2/4/2025