Sag Harbor Union Free School District

Sag Harbor Schools came alive on the morning of Sept. 3 as Pierson Middle and High School students arrived to begin the 2025–26 school year, followed shortly after by Sag Harbor Elementary School. Students stepped off buses in their first day outfits, greeted friends with hugs and waved goodbye to family members before heading inside to start the day.

At Sag Harbor Elementary, children gathered in neat lines by grade level, excitedly spotting familiar faces and meeting new classmates. They then filed into the building for the year’s first Morning Program, a beloved school tradition that set a welcoming and spirited tone for the months ahead.

Faculty and staff across the district were on hand to greet students, ensuring a smooth transition into the new school year. With enthusiasm and anticipation in the air, the Sag Harbor community looks forward to another year of learning, growth and connection.