The district has appointed James Henry as the new director of math and business, effective Aug. 11. Henry had served as an associate principal at Robert Frost Middle School since 2018. He previously worked as Deer Park’s curriculum associate for math and business in grades 6-12. Before that, he taught math at Deer Park High School for a dozen years, including algebra pre-calculus and pre-AP calculus, and served as a mentor to new teachers, lead teacher for Algebra Common Core and a member of the model classroom, as well as director of the high school’s winter play and musical, and as a class and National Honor Society adviser.

A Hauppauge resident, Henry earned his bachelor’s degree in mathematics from St. Josephs College in Patchogue, his master’s degree in arts and liberal sciences at Stony Brook University, and his school building and school district leadership certificates from the College of Saint Rose.

“I’m truly excited to begin my new role as director of math and business,” Henry said. “My goal is to spark curiosity, build confidence, and help both students and teachers see how what we learn connects to the real world. By encouraging collaboration and fresh ideas, I hope to promote our current programs, and also create new programs that not only support academic growth but also prepare our students for the opportunities and challenges ahead.” 

Date Added: 8/27/2025