The Sachem Alumni Association is proud to announce the 2025 class of inductees for the Sachem Hall of Honor. This prestigious recognition celebrates Sachem alumni who have made significant contributions in their fields and left a lasting impact on society.
Now in its eighth year, the Sachem Hall of Honor continues to spotlight distinguished alumni whose achievements reflect the values and excellence instilled by the Sachem Central School District. The 2025 induction ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Sachem High School North, where honorees will be recognized during a celebratory event at 10 a.m.
“The Sachem Hall of Honor represents the best of what our school district has produced,” said Chris R. Vaccaro ‘04, founder and president of the Sachem Alumni Association. “This year’s class, which has representatives from graduating classes spanning 50-plus years, includes inspiring leaders, pioneers in their industries, and dedicated public servants whose stories will uplift and motivate future generations of Sachem students.”
Since its establishment in 2017, the Hall of Honor has inducted more than 60 alumni, each with a unique story of perseverance, leadership, and service. The initiative serves as a recognition platform for the influence Sachem alumni continue to have worldwide. This is the highest honor a Sachem alum can receive from the home school district.
Class of 2025 Inductees
- Chris Baur, Class of ‘79: CEO Hughes Aerospace; Military Veteran & Aviator
- Michele M. Chetuck Bishop, Class of ‘00: Deputy Sheriff Investigator, Suffolk County Sheriff’s Office & Chief Master Sergeant, U.S. Air Force
- Dayna Ghiraldi, Class of ‘98: Founder/CEO, Big Picture Media
- Dr. Jason Hanley, Class of ‘88: VP, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
- Jonathan S. Kuttin, Class of ‘90: CEO, Kuttin Wealth Management
- Christopher Macchio, Class of ‘96: America’s Presidential Tenor & International Classical Cross-Over Vocalist
- Anthony Piccirillo, Class of ‘01: Suffolk County Legislator
- Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes, Class of ‘90: Chief of Medical Oncology, Duke University School of Medicine
- Denise Lindsay-Sullivan, Class of ‘88: Superintendent of Schools
- Michael Villalta, Class of ‘93: Labor Organizer and Leader
About Sachem Alumni Association: The Sachem Alumni Association is dedicated to upholding the tradition of excellence instilled in students in the Sachem Central School District. We hope that our alumni will continue to carry these values and principles, enriching relationships and fostering educational support within the Sachem community. For more, visit SachemAlumni.org.