John S. Hobart Elementary School
At John S. Hobart Elementary School, we are committed to providing our students with an educational experience that addresses both their social and academic development. We believe in holding our students to high expectations. Our curriculum, programs and support services reinforce our belief that all children can reach the high standards that we set for them.
The cooperative efforts of our staff, parents, teachers and administrators will ensure optimal support for each child, creating successful students and responsible citizens. We are looking forward to a successful and memorable school year.
Left to right: John S. Hobart Elementary School Principal James Westcott and Assistant Principal Thomas Virgona.
John S. Hobart Elementary School
230 Van Buren Street
Shirley NY, 11967
Grades K-5 (9:15am - 3:33pm)
Hobart Elementary Principal
James Westcott (631) 874-1296
Hobart Elementary Assistant Principal
Thomas Virgona (631) 874-1525
Hobart Elementary Office Numbers
Main Office – (631) 874-1296
Attendance – (631) 874-1708
School Nurse – (631) 874-1248
Psychologist – (631) 874-1243
Hobart Library – (631) 874-1569
School Counselor
Tory Badamo (631) 874-1513
Psychologist
Larissa Wolber (Grades K-2) (631) 874-1296
Joshua Zelin (Grades 3-5) (631) 874-1243
Social Workers
Elena Cahn (631) 874-1511
Marissa Perez (631) 874-1230
DASA Coordinator
James Westcott (631) 874-1273
Thomas Virgona (631) 874-1525
Joshua Zelin (631) 874-1243
Hobart News
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The William Floyd School District has used three snow/emergency days so far this school year – January 26, February 23 and February 24. As a result, the calendar remains unchanged.
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The William Floyd School District Music Department recently continued one of its most beloved traditions in hosting the 43rd annual Music Faculty Scholarship concert before a packed crowd! This fun-filled evening, which resulted in more than $7,000 raised in student scholarships for seniors who will pursue music education in college, featured many of the district’s talented music teachers and staff teaming up to perform a selection of hit songs for the William Floyd community! This year’s concert ranked as one of the most successful in its history!
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William Floyd’s Virtual Backpack is a one-stop resource for events and offerings from school/community organizations. This backpack is focused on elementary schools only.
John S. Hobart Elementary Resources
Student Supply Lists
Participation Rate Improvement Plan
Elementary School Virtual Backpack
Hobart PTO
Health Appraisal Form (Physical)
Hobart ESSER
Hobart Elementary Re-Opening Plan
NYSDOH - COVID-19 FAQ
Hobart Elementary School Title I Information
Hobart Title I Compact
Hobart Title I Policy
Hobart Title I Schoolwide Plan
ESSA Title Parent Meeting
ESSA Parents Right to Know
ESSA Title Presentation
For questions about ESSA or Title
please email Mary Siano at msiano@wfsd.k12.ny.us
ESSA Fact Sheets
ESSA Accountability Fact Sheets
Federal Stimulus
Stimulus Funds
Dignity for All Students Act (DASA)
Dignity for All Students Act - 2025-26 School Year
Dignity for All Students Policy
Code of Conduct
DASA Form (English/Spanish)
DASA Coordinator
James Westcott (631) 874-1273
Thomas Virgona (631) 874-1525
Joshua Zelin (631) 874-1243