South Ocean Middle School Celebrates 100th Anniversary

PTA-Sponsored Event and Mural Commemorate Century of Achievement

PATCHOGUE, NEW YORK (OCTOBER 2024)—South Ocean Middle School recently marked its 100th anniversary with a school-wide celebration and a beautiful mural honoring the school’s rich and storied history. Unity and community pride were front and center as South Ocean students, administrators, faculty, and staff came together for an enjoyable evening of music, food, and games sponsored by the PTA.

“It is an honor to celebrate a century of achievement and excellence at South Ocean Middle School,” said Patchogue-Medford School District Superintendent Dr. Donna Jones. “Principal Dr. Timothy Piciullo and all of our educators at South Ocean have done a wonderful job continuing to cultivate remarkable learning environments and supporting our students in their growth and success.”

Founded in 1924, South Ocean Middle School has enhanced the education of thousands of Patchogue-Medford School District students throughout its 100 years of existence. The mural commissioned to commemorate this monumental anniversary encapsulates this academic mission and highlights the school’s focus on shaping well-rounded scholars. Academic pursuits and success, the arts, athletics, and extracurriculars are all spotlighted in the mural as key components of South Ocean Middle School’s learning environment and its motto, “Where Education Is Met With Excellence.”

The free anniversary festivities took place on the school’s rear field across from the mural. Students enjoyed music from a DJ—participating in their favorite line dances together—and engaged in soccer, basketball, and playground games with one another.

For more information about the Patchogue-Medford Union Free School District, please visit the District’s website at www.pmschools.org. Happenings in the District can also be followed on Facebook at www.facebook.com/PatMedSchools/. #PatMedPride.

South Ocean Middle School administrators, faculty, and staff celebrating the school’s 100th anniversary

The mural commemorating South Ocean Middle School’s 100th anniversary

Students dancing at the South Ocean Middle School 100th anniversary celebration

Students playing games at South Ocean’s 100th anniversary celebration

South Ocean Middle School community members dancing together to celebrate the school’s 100th anniversary

Students playing basketball at the South Ocean 100th celebration