Founded in 1980
The Secret of Success is Constancy of Purpose
Benjamin Disraeli
(1804-1881)
The Secret of Success is Constancy of Purpose
Benjamin Disraeli
(1804-1881)
Long Island Language Teachers, Inc. is the single most comprehensive organization of second language teachers in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. Its membership includes K-16 teachers and supervisors of French, German, Italian, Spanish, Classical Languages, ESL (English as a Second Language, and ASL (American Sign Language).
LILT was organized by a group of dedicated educators who recognized their obligation to professional growth, and their responsibility to successfully service and educate their students. They were equally united in their commitment to promote and advance the positive image and viable position of second language instruction on Long Island and in New York State.
LILT provides:
LILT PRESIDENTS
May 1980 General meeting of concerned foreign language teachers called by Frank Marino and Dr. Joseph Tursi, Sr.
May 1980 to May 12, 1981 Steering Committee, Lucille Lambert and Richard Gentile
November 1980 LILT organizational meeting
May 12, 1981 First LILT Presidency begins under Lucille Lambert
Terms of office are from the May or June LILT Spring General Membership Meeting until the next LILT Spring General Membership Meeting 2 years later.
1981-1983 Lucille Lambert
1983-1984 Karen Bennett
1984-1986 Richard Gentile
1986-1988 Ann Henry
1988-1990 Adrienne Greenbaum
1990-1992 Elaine Margarita-Buckley
1992-1994 Marie Brett
1994-1996 Marie Guillet
1996-1998 Joan Militscher
1998-2000 Dr. Grace Mannino
2000-2002 Ana Aguiar-Mady
2002-2004 Ron Taub
2004-2006 Nancy Russo-Rumore
2006-2008 Adrienne Greenbaum
2008-2010 Nancy Russo-Rumore
2010-2012 Michele Ortiz
2012-2014 Anahí Walton-Schafer
2014-2015 Richard Gentile (Hiatus Year)
2015-2017 Ana Aguiar-Mady
2017 Anahí Walton-Schafer
LILT was organized by a group of dedicated educators who recognized their obligation to professional growth, and their responsibility to successfully service and educate their students. They were equally united in their commitment to promote and advance the positive image and viable position of second language instruction on Long Island and in New York State.
LILT provides:
- A forum for ongoing communication and exchange of ideas in foreign language education
- Opportunities for professional development
- Direction and leadership on local, state and national issues regarding standards for second language instruction and acquisition
- Leadership in the development, innovation, and implementation of curricula and programs
- Sponsorship of regional events and programs which promote teacher/student participation and excellence
LILT PRESIDENTS
May 1980 General meeting of concerned foreign language teachers called by Frank Marino and Dr. Joseph Tursi, Sr.
May 1980 to May 12, 1981 Steering Committee, Lucille Lambert and Richard Gentile
November 1980 LILT organizational meeting
May 12, 1981 First LILT Presidency begins under Lucille Lambert
Terms of office are from the May or June LILT Spring General Membership Meeting until the next LILT Spring General Membership Meeting 2 years later.
1981-1983 Lucille Lambert
1983-1984 Karen Bennett
1984-1986 Richard Gentile
1986-1988 Ann Henry
1988-1990 Adrienne Greenbaum
1990-1992 Elaine Margarita-Buckley
1992-1994 Marie Brett
1994-1996 Marie Guillet
1996-1998 Joan Militscher
1998-2000 Dr. Grace Mannino
2000-2002 Ana Aguiar-Mady
2002-2004 Ron Taub
2004-2006 Nancy Russo-Rumore
2006-2008 Adrienne Greenbaum
2008-2010 Nancy Russo-Rumore
2010-2012 Michele Ortiz
2012-2014 Anahí Walton-Schafer
2014-2015 Richard Gentile (Hiatus Year)
2015-2017 Ana Aguiar-Mady
2017 Anahí Walton-Schafer