Hauppauge Teacher Lara Damadeo Passes Away
In tragic news, we report the death of Lara Damadeo who is being mourned by the Hauppauge Public School and her environs.
According to reports, Hauppauge School is currently mourning one of its most dedicated and forward-looking teachers, who has served and been committed to the school for over two decades.
She was a dedicated fourth-grade teacher at Bretton Woods Elementary School located at 1 Club Lane, Hauppauge, New York, 11788.
Although, at the time of writing this article, there is no cause of death released to the public. However, we can verify that the very talented and dedicated teacher, Lara Damadeo died while on vacation in Denmark, Northern Europe.
Lara herself was a graduate of the Hauppauge High School. According to the record, she graduated with the class of 1995. Records also show she was exceptional and a brilliant stand-out in all areas.
Because of how outstanding she had been academically, she was inducted into the National Honor Society.
She bagged a degree at New York University where she studied Science in Elementary Education and Dance Education/Performance.
She pursued a Master’s degree in Reading Teacher Education from Dowling College.
According to the record, she started teaching officially at Hauppauge in 2000. To her name, she also bagged a Master of Science in Exercise Psychology at Concordia College.
Colleagues, lovers, friends, and Netizens have all hit social media to celebrate the life of Lara Damadeo for her dedication, hard work, and the indelible impact she’s had on her colleagues, students, and the community at large.
Ohman School of Ballet wrote:
It is with profound sadness that we share the news of Lara Damadeo’s sudden passing while overseas. We grieve not only for the loss of an exceptional individual, a cherished colleague, friend, mentor, teacher, and artist, but also for the pain her family must endure. Lara was a truly remarkable person, compassionate and sincere, and her absence will be felt by all. Our thoughts and heartfelt condolences are with Lara’s loving family during this challenging time. Ms. Damadeo has been a dedicated teaching artist with OSB since 2019 and a faithful and loving teacher in the Hauppauge School District since 2000. Arrangements will be shared as soon as we receive information.
Lara Damadeo forever in our hearts and our toes.
Hauppauge Public School District (official) announced her passing by saying:
“Dear Hauppauge Community,
A short time ago Principal Gagliardi sent a heartfelt message to the Bretton Woods Elementary School family regarding some tragic news. My message now is meant to share this heartbreaking information with the entire Hauppauge community.
The Hauppauge School District is in deep mourning today as we have learned of the sudden passing of Lara Damadeo, a current fourth grade teacher at Bretton Woods Elementary School. As both a graduate of Hauppauge and current staff member, this loss has left a profound impact on all of us who were fortunate enough to have known her.
Ms. Damadeo began her full-time teaching career in Hauppauge in 2000, and she will be remembered for her passion and creativity in the classroom, as well as her dedication, kindness and professionalism. As a former Eagle and member of the Hauppauge High School Class of 1995, she was an outstanding student achieving membership in the National Honor Society. Outside of the classroom, Lara excelled as a dedicated ballet dancer, and was also a member of the Interact Club, practicing the “power of service above self.” Both as a student and teacher, Ms. Damadeo has left an indelible mark on our community. As we all process this terribly sad loss, please know our support staff, teachers, and administrators will be available to support the needs of our students and families in the days ahead.
Lastly, we have a saying in Hauppauge, “Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle,” which reflects the lifelong connection our students and staff members feel to our special school district and greater Hauppauge community. Clearly Lara Damadeo embodied this quote during her life as an Eagle. Let us come together to remember the remarkable impact she has had on our Hauppauge school family. Please join me in extending our collective prayers and deepest condolences to Ms. Damadeo’s family and friends during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Dr. Donald Murphy,
Superintendent of Schools
