2025 Levittown School District Hall of Fame Inductees
Dr. Tonie McDonald
Alumni Award
Levittown Memorial, 1977The Levittown community proudly celebrates Dr. Tonie McDonald on her well-deserved induction into the Levittown School District Hall of Fame. A dedicated educator and leader, Dr. McDonald has devoted over three decades to serving students, faculty, and families with distinction.
Dr. McDonald began her career as a social studies teacher at Division Avenue High School in 1995. Aside from sharing her love of all things history with her students, she was also Student Council Advisor. She brought a life to the building that would be difficult to replicate. From planning field trips across the country and the globe to enhancing homecoming parades with a horse and carriage and press releases, she put her heart and soul into making sure the students had the best experience possible while at Division. She then pursued administrative positions both in Levittown and Plainedge before ultimately serving as Superintendent of Schools for the Levittown School District. Her leadership, passion for student success, and commitment to excellence have left a lasting impact on the district. Throughout her tenure, she championed educational innovation, fostered student achievement, and strengthened community engagement, helping to make Levittown a model for academic excellence.
Beyond Levittown, Dr. McDonald served on the executive board of the Nassau County Council of School Superintendents, including as its president, and contributed to other educational organizations such as REFIT, SCOPE and most recently as the president of the Levittown Educational Foundation. Her outstanding leadership and service have earned her numerous accolades, including the New York State Woman of Distinction Award, the Nassau County Trailblazer Award, and the 2022 SCOPE Administrator Service Award.
This prestigious honor is a testament to Dr. McDonald's profound contributions to education and her enduring legacy in the Levittown School District. Congratulations, Dr. McDonald! Your impact will continue to inspire generations to come.