Third-grade students at Bayview Avenue School honored the volunteers who comprise the Freeport Fire Department at the eighth annual International Firefighters Luncheon held at the school. The ceremonial luncheon included student presentations such as fire safety songs, original poetry and dancing. "We thank you and salute you for everything that you do for the Freeport community," said Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kishore Kuncham in his address to the volunteers. "We salute your bravery, your heroism and your commitment, especially after Superstorm Sandy."
A record-breaking 17 Junior Fire Marshal Awards were presented to Bayview students who scored 100 percent on a quiz that was based on fire safety materials reviewed in class. Freeport Fire Department Executive Director Raymond Maguire and ex-Captain Edward L. Friedman were joined by Dr. Kuncham, Board of Education President Debra Mulé and Bayview Principal Odette Wills to present the certificates. The program was coordinated by school social worker Cindy Misrock. A total of 320 Freeport residents volunteer for the local fire battalion.
