Latino Enrollment % @ Suffolk County Public Schools

75% BRENTWOOD SD

52% CENTRAL ISLIP SD

50% TUCKAHOE SD

47% COPIAGUE SD

47% SPRINGS SD

42% HAMPTON BAYS SD

38% EAST HAMPTON SD

(38% CHILD DVLPMNT CENTER CS)

35% AMITYVILLE SD

33% BAY SHORE SD

33% GREENPORT SD

32% HUNTINGTON SD

32% WYANDANCH SD

31% BRIDGEHAMPTON SD

(29% RIVERHEAD CS)

28% MONTAUK SD

28% PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD SD

25% SOUTH COUNTRY SD

25% SOUTH HUNTINGTON SD

25% SOUTHAMPTON SD

24% RIVERHEAD SD

19% BROOKHAVEN-COMSEWOGUE SD

19% FIRE ISLAND SD

18% WAINSCOTT SD

18% WILLIAM FLOYD SD

16% ISLIP SD

16% NORTH BABYLON SD

15% DEER PARK SD

14% LINDENHURST SD

14% SAG HARBOR SD

(13% LITTLE FLOWER SD)

13% LONGWOOD SD

13% WEST BABYLON SD

11% AMAGANSETT SD

11% EAST ISLIP SD

11% ELWOOD SD

11% MIDDLE COUNTRY SD

11% SOUTHOLD SD

10% WESTHAMPTON BEACH SD

9% EAST QUOGUE SD

8% BABYLON SD

8% CENTER MORICHES SD

8% OYSTERPONDS SD

8% REMSENBURG-SPEONK SD

7% CONNETQUOT SD

7% SACHEM SD

6% HAUPPAUGE SD

6% ROCKY POINT SD

6% SAGAPONACK SD

6% WEST ISLIP SD

5% HALF HOLLOW HILLS SD

5% HARBORFIELDS SD

5% MATTITUCK-CUTCHOGUE SD

5% QUOGUE SD

5% SHELTER ISLAND SD

4% COMMACK SD

4% EAST MORICHES SD

4% EASTPORT-SOUTH MANOR SD

4% MILLER PLACE SD

4% NORTHPORT-EAST NORTHPORT SD

4% SAYVILLE SD

3% BAYPORT-BLUE POINT SD

3% FISHERS ISLAND SD

3% MT SINAI SD

3% PORT JEFFERSON SD

3% SHOREHAM-WADING RIVER SD

3% SMITHTOWN SD

3% THREE VILLAGE SD

2% KINGS PARK SD

1% COLD SPRING HARBOR SD

0% NEW SUFFOLK SD

*NYS Ed Dept data for 2010-11 school year

Bellone Takes Suffolk County From Intolerance To Bellwether On Immigration

"I’d say Bellone’s action—and other steps taken in his first year as county executive to embrace Suffolk’s minority populations—have come from open-mindedness and compassion in a man raised in the very diverse community which is Babylon Town.

Still, there indeed is a new demographic in Suffolk County and the nation—and any public official or political party insensitive to this (as was part of the national GOP in last year’s election for president) will end up the loser." 

Karl Grossman

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Renee Ortiz: "A Moment of Overwhelming Pride"

“Today I had the privilege of attending the 24th Annual Suffolk County Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commission, Inc. Awards Luncheon. It was a lovely tribute to the legacy of Dr. King. But what I wanted to share with you was the moment of overwhelming pride I experienced there.

First, a member of the Central Islip Concert Choir sang the National Anthem followed by our very own LEEP* family member Kaliah (Princess of Zamunda) Greene who sang ‘Lift Every Voice & Sing’ and finally a performance by the entire Central Islip Concert Choir.

With each POWERFUL performance I was overcome with pride and moved to tears. So many negative stereotypes and stigmas are often permeated about our community.

Still, it's moments like this, when the best of the best from our community are before you…when you see the committed, talented representation I saw today, and you just fill with pride. And you remember why you chose to come back to what is truly your home. And why as long as you call this home, you will fight with all you have to make this the best community it could possibly be for our families and all our children.”

Renee Ortiz

Chief Deputy Clerk

Suffolk County Legislature

* Leadership towards Empowerment through Education and Participation is a Central Islip, Brentwood and Bay Shore forum for civic engagement and leadership development. 

Making A Difference: Osman Canales

My name is Osman Canales and I was born in EL Salvador.

I'm a resident of the Town of Huntington and attend Suffolk Community College where I'm majoring in psychology. 

I am the founder and president of Long Island Immigrant Students Advocates, an organization that advocates for immigrant rights and access to higher education for all immigrant students.

What I like most about Long Island is its diversity and beautiful places. What I like least is its segregated communities.  

My message to young Latinos: Be proud of your culture and who you are; never forget where you came from; always remember what others did for us to be here; never give up on your dreams -- nothing can stop you from pursuing your dreams! Also, get active, give back to your community and advocate for the rights of Latinos, immigrants and all Long Islanders. 

(Know someone worthy of a mention on Latino Long Island? Let us know! Send your nomination as a 'Latino Long Island' Facebook page message, a comment on this blog, or via email to LatinoLINY@gmail.com. Thanks!) 

Rev. Samuel Rodriguez: First Latino Leader to Give Keynote at Dr. King Commemorative Service

Reverend Samuel Rodriguez, President of the National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference, who was named one of America’s 7 most influential Hispanic Leaders by the Wall Street Journal, will be the First Latino leader to serve as keynote speaker at the Martin Luther King Jr. Annual Commemorative Service.

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La Finca Restaurant in Hicksville, Long Island NY

La Finca in Hicksville: What a delightful little eatery! I was treated to lunch there by a friend who's a big fan -- and I can see why! It's a cozy place with a Latin ambiance, friendly staff, and quick service. The food is tasty, nicely presented and the prices a bargain. 

Migrant Camp, Cutchogue, 1947

Source: Diasporas in Suburbia: Long Island’s Recent Immigrant Past Joshua Ruff, St. Joseph’s College-Long Island Museum, 2009

Dr. J. Robert Aguayo and Aida Aguayo, c. 1955, Brentwood, NY

“Diasporas in Suburbia: Long Island’s Recent Immigrant Past”, Joshua Ruff, St. Joseph’s College/Long Island Museum 2009

Montauk Light House, just prior to sunrise.