Freeport Public Schools Reflects on
the Life of a Dedicated Educator
Freeport
Public Schools is saddened at the passing of Robert Lordi, a teacher at
Freeport High School, on December 27, 2020. On behalf of Freeport Public
Schools, we offer our deepest condolences to his family.
Mr. Lordi
began his career as a special education teacher in the social studies department
at Freeport High School in 2001 and was a dedicated, caring educator who always
went above and beyond for students and colleagues. In addition to providing
instruction and academic support, Mr. Lordi was involved in coaching students
in modified football and wrestling, and then continued to supervise sports
events. He was a warm, caring person with a genuinely good heart who could
always be counted on to step up and volunteer when needed.
“Our hearts
are heavy with the passing of Robert Lordi. His devotion and caring for our
students and their families was evident in all he did. Robert was part of the
fabric that makes up our Freeport Public Schools family,” said Superintendent
of Schools Dr. Kishore Kuncham. “We celebrate his years with us. Robert will be
remembered for his commitment, sense of humor, and kindness, which permeated
his interactions with everyone, myself included.”
Colleagues
who co-taught with Mr. Lordi felt their relationship went beyond sharing a
classroom partnership. Their partnership became like a family, who could laugh
together and finish each other’s sentences. Students loved being in Mr. Lordi’s
classes and felt he made a lasting impact on their lives. “Robert Lordi will be
sorely missed by his high school colleagues and students,” said Principal
Joseph Mille. “He was warm and caring with his students. He made sure they were
doing the best they could to reach their potential. He was an active member of
our special education department and his colleagues enjoyed teaching and
working with Robert over these years. He never failed to step up and help out
where needed.”
Robert Lordi
will be remembered as a dedicated educator, Changemaker, helpful colleague, and loyal friend.
In honor of Robert Lordi, the flags at the Administration Building and Freeport High School will be flown at half-mast on Wednesday, December 30th.