Anthony Montemarano has been appointed as the new principal of East Islip High School, effective July 1. He replaces the retiring Mark Bernard. 

Montemarano had served as East Islip Middle School’s principal for the past year. He previously worked as assistant principal of West Babylon Junior High School and as a dean, English teacher, wrestling coach and theater director for Valley Stream North High School.
A Saint James resident, Montemarano earned his associate’s degree in criminal justice from Suffolk Community College, and his bachelor’s degree in English education, master’s degree in liberal studies, and his school building and school district leadership certifications from Stony Brook University.

“I’m deeply grateful for my time at the middle school and for the warm welcome I received from the East Islip community,” Montemarano said. “I’m excited to continue this journey at the high school, working alongside our incredible teachers and support staff to help every student reach their fullest potential.”