Farmingdale High School earns Silver distinction on the College Board’s 2024-2025 AP School Honor Roll.

Farmingdale High School is proud to announce a significant achievement in academic excellence. The College Board has recognized the high school with a place on the 2024-2025 AP School Honor Roll.

Farmingdale High School has earned the Silver level of distinction. The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose Advanced Placement programs are delivering results for students while broadening participation. Schools can earn this recognition annually based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing a college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness.

We are incredibly proud of our students and staff for this recognition of their hard work and dedication to academic success.

Elementary students earn a hands-on slime workshop after accumulating Golden Paws for exceptional conduct.

Good behavior yields sticky rewards at Saltzman East Memorial. Students recently celebrated their accumulation of Golden Paws, a recognition given for exceptional behavior, by participating in a special slime-making workshop. This event served as both a highly anticipated prize and an engaging lesson in chemistry.

Teachers and Principals Welcome Families for an Evening of Interactive Learning and Games

The Farmingdale School District hosted students and families for the annual Family Math Night on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The event took place at Howitt Middle School at 6:00 p.m., bringing the community together for an evening dedicated to educational entertainment.

District teachers were on hand to guide families through a variety of interactive games and challenges. These educators expertly facilitated the activities and managed to sneak in valuable learning moments amidst the fun. The hands-on approach allowed parents and students to explore mathematical concepts together in a relaxed and supportive environment.

Principals from the district’s K-8 schools attended the event to greet families and support the teachers running the stations. The presence of administration and staff highlighted the strong partnership between home and school within the Farmingdale community. We were thrilled to see so many families enjoying mathematics together and look forward to another successful event next year.

Marc Medina to serve as Region 1 Director for the National Association for Pupil Transportation

The Farmingdale School District is proud to announce that Transportation Supervisor Marc Medina has been elected as the new Region 1 Director for the National Association for Pupil Transportation. Medina, who currently serves as president of the New York Association for Pupil Transportation, brings a wealth of hands-on experience and a service-driven perspective to the national board.

Medina’s career in pupil transportation began in 2010 when he started as a part-time school bus driver. He joined the Farmingdale School District in 2016 as the assistant supervisor of transportation and was promoted to transportation supervisor in 2018. Throughout his tenure, Medina has been deeply involved in advocating for student safety, professional development, and collaboration among transportation professionals.

In his interview with School BUSRide, Medina emphasized the importance of communication and networking within the industry. He noted that the ability to connect with colleagues across state lines allows professionals to share ideas, discuss challenges, and ultimately make student transportation safer. Medina looks forward to contributing to the growth of the national association while continuing to serve the Farmingdale community. The district congratulates Marc Medina on this prestigious appointment and thanks him for his unwavering dedication to the safety and well-being of all students.

Read the Interview with School BUSRide here.

Dalers demonstrates energy, pride, and school spirit at prestigious competition

The Farmingdale High School Varsity Cheer team achieved a significant victory this past weekend, securing the title of Class A Newsday Cheerfest Champions.  

Forty-seven of Long Island’s Varsity Cheer squads showcased those pillars at Hofstra University’s David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex on Sunday, January 11. The event served as a platform to highlight some of the sport’s underlying values, including perseverance, risk-taking, and maximizing opportunities in any situation.

The district is incredibly proud of the team's hard work and dedication.