Farmingdale School District

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Last First Day

Seniors, it's your time to shine! Farmingdale High School's Class of 2027 walked through the doors for their last first day of school! Wishing our seniors a year filled with memories, milestones,

September 3, 2026

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Back to School, Back Together

The Farmingdale School District launched the 2026-2027 school year on September 1st, welcoming students back with excitement and plenty of smiles. From kindergarten classrooms filled with curiosity

September 2, 2026

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From Classroom Construction to National Television

A Daler alum is taking hands-on trade skills to national television! Catch Steve Galindo, owner of DHI Dependable Home Improvements, tonight as he showcases his craftsmanship on HGTV. His

September 2, 2026

Reunited with Daler Pride and Purpose

What incredible energy at Farmingdale High School today, August 31st, as our entire district staff gathered for Superintendent's Conference Day! Superintendent Paul Defendini thanked our team for

August 31, 2026

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Farmingdale High School Marching Band Begins Preseason Preparations

Student musicians complete preseason drills ahead of overnight band camp, homecoming, and regional festival performances.

August 30, 2026

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Welcome Class of 2030

On August 26, Farmingdale High School hosted Freshman Orientation to welcome the Class of 2030! Students met Principal Jed Herman and his team, toured the building, and connected with student

August 26, 2026

New Teacher Orientation

Did you spot a yellow school bus rolling down Main Street on August 24? Our newest educators took an unforgettable tour through the district! Guided by Superintendent Paul Defendini, new teachers

August 24, 2026

Bright Shirts, Big Hearts

With bright tie-dye shirts ready and Daler Pride on full display, our 7th and 8th-grade Fun Bunch student mentors are excited to welcome incoming 6th-grade students and their families! Mentors will

August 21, 2026

Prepared Today. Protecting Tomorrow.

The Farmingdale School District marked its second year of advanced emergency response training with an Active Assailant Response Drill at Albany Avenue Elementary School, continuing its unique, com...

August 17, 2026

Extended School Year Program Brings Learning and Laughter to Northside

A gentle spray of water arches across the school lawn as Dalers laugh and leap through sprinklers on a warm afternoon. At Northside Elementary School, moments like Sprinkler Day bring pure joy into...

August 13, 2026

Music with a Mission

Instruments gleamed under the warm June sun as the upbeat sounds of brass and percussion filled the air, immediately lifting the spirits of everyone gathered at the campsite.Members of the Farmingd...

July 15, 2026

Woodward Parkway's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

Families and teachers gathered at Farmingdale High School to celebrate the 2026 Woodward Parkway Moving-Up Ceremony. Principal Dr. Patrick Klocek praised the fifth graders for their leadership and ...

June 30, 2026

Saltzman East Memorial's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

On June 24, fifth graders took the stage with confidence at the Saltzman East Memorial Elementary School moving-up ceremony. Principal Dr. Tricia O’Regan congratulated the students for their outsta...

June 30, 2026

Howitt Middle School's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

Rain couldn't dampen the #DalerPride at the Weldon E. Howitt Middle School Moving-Up Ceremony! Principal Mike Gavalas and Superintendent Paul Defendini honored the Class of 2026 for their achieveme...

June 24, 2026

Albany Avenue's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

On June 23, 2026, the Albany Avenue community celebrated its moving-up ceremony. Principal Joseph Valentine praised the graduates for being exceptional mentors, and Student Council President Ava Bl...

June 24, 2026

Northside's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

On June 18, 2026, proud families filled the auditorium for the Northside Elementary School moving-up ceremony. Principal Dr. Christopher Peterson and instructional associate William Ahrens commende...

June 22, 2026

Senior Walk at Saltzman East Memorial

Walking Down Memory Lane. On June 12, 2026, Farmingdale High School’s graduating seniors returned to the hallways and playgrounds of their former elementary school to celebrate their incredible gro...

June 18, 2026

Senior Walk at Woodward Parkway

Walking Down Memory Lane. On June 12, 2026, Farmingdale High School’s graduating seniors returned to the hallways and playgrounds of their former elementary school to celebrate their incredible gro...

June 18, 2026

Senior Walk at Albany Avenue

Walking Down Memory Lane. On June 12, 2026, Farmingdale High School’s graduating seniors returned to the hallways and playgrounds of their former elementary school to celebrate their incredible gro...

June 18, 2026

Senior Walk at Northside

Walking Down Memory Lane. On June 12, 2026, Farmingdale High School’s graduating seniors returned to the hallways and playgrounds of their former elementary school to celebrate their incredible gro...

June 18, 2026

Caps Off, Next Chapter

On June 16, the Class of 2026 celebrated its graduation ceremony at Hofstra University. Surrounded by family and friends, graduates reflected on their journey at Farmingdale High School. As they to...

June 18, 2026

Thanking Those Who Make a Difference

Honoring Our EducatorsApplause filled the room as the Farmingdale School District community gathered on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, to celebrate milestones of dedication and service. The annual Retire...

June 10, 2026

Celebrating America Through Art

A magnificent bald eagle now stands proud on the walls of Woodward Parkway Elementary School, its wings symbolizing the enduring spirit of freedom. Ten dedicated fifth graders in Mrs. Jordan-Maisan...

June 10, 2026

Capsule Opened, Memories Unlocked

A beautiful full-circle moment on June 8, 2026! Our graduating seniors opened the sixth-grade time capsule they created back in May 2020. Compiled during their English Language Arts distance learni...

June 10, 2026

June Celebrating Excellence

Our final Celebrating Excellence ceremony on June 3, 2026, honored incredible achievements across our district. We celebrated national medical certifications, state biliteracy honors, published stu...

June 5, 2026

Musicians Secure Top Honors

Music in the Parks Festival TriumphsFarmingdale High School's Mixed Chorus and Treble Chorus delivered an outstanding performance at the Music In The Parks festival at Dorney Park this past weekend...

June 5, 2026

A Groovy Day of District Leadership

Brooklyn Rysanek, a fourth-grade student at Woodward Parkway Elementary School, pulled up a chair to the main desk to review the morning agenda. After winning the prestigious "Superintendent-for-a-...

June 5, 2026

Teamwork Takes the Win

What a fantastic district-wide 5th-Grade Field Day at Weldon E. Howitt Middle School on May 28, 2026! Our students from all four elementary schools joined forces for an unforgettable day of events....

June 5, 2026

May Daler Digest

Daler Digest News, Smiles, and School Spirit In your May Daler Digest, you’ll find the latest news, memorable moments, and stories that highlight the energy, talent, and spirit of our schools. With...

June 3, 2026

April Daler Digest

Daler Digest News, Smiles, and School Spirit In your April Daler Digest, you’ll find the latest news, memorable moments, and stories that highlight the energy, talent, and spirit of our schools. Wi...

May 1, 2026

March Daler Digest

Daler Digest News, Smiles, and School Spirit In your March Daler Digest, you’ll find the latest news, memorable moments, and stories that highlight the energy, talent, and spirit of our schools. Wi...

April 1, 2026

February Daler Digest

Daler Digest News, Smiles, and School Spirit In your February Daler Digest, you’ll find the latest news, memorable moments, and stories that highlight the energy, talent, and spirit of our schools....

March 1, 2026

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Last First Day

Back to School, Back Together

From Classroom Construction to National Television

Reunited with Daler Pride and Purpose

Farmingdale High School Marching Band Begins Preseason Preparations

Welcome Class of 2030

New Teacher Orientation

Bright Shirts, Big Hearts

Prepared Today. Protecting Tomorrow.

Extended School Year Program Brings Learning and Laughter to Northside

Music with a Mission

Woodward Parkway's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

Saltzman East Memorial's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

Howitt Middle School's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

Albany Avenue's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

Northside's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

Senior Walk at Saltzman East Memorial

Senior Walk at Woodward Parkway

Senior Walk at Albany Avenue

Senior Walk at Northside

Caps Off, Next Chapter

Thanking Those Who Make a Difference

Celebrating America Through Art

Capsule Opened, Memories Unlocked

June Celebrating Excellence

Musicians Secure Top Honors

A Groovy Day of District Leadership

Teamwork Takes the Win

May Daler Digest

April Daler Digest

March Daler Digest

February Daler Digest

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Last First Day

Back to School, Back Together

From Classroom Construction to National Television

Reunited with Daler Pride and Purpose

Farmingdale High School Marching Band Begins Preseason Preparations

Welcome Class of 2030

New Teacher Orientation

Bright Shirts, Big Hearts

Prepared Today. Protecting Tomorrow.

Extended School Year Program Brings Learning and Laughter to Northside

Music with a Mission

Woodward Parkway's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

Saltzman East Memorial's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

Howitt Middle School's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

Albany Avenue's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

Northside's 2026 Moving-Up Ceremony

Senior Walk at Saltzman East Memorial

Senior Walk at Woodward Parkway

Senior Walk at Albany Avenue

Senior Walk at Northside

Caps Off, Next Chapter

Thanking Those Who Make a Difference

Celebrating America Through Art

Capsule Opened, Memories Unlocked

June Celebrating Excellence

Musicians Secure Top Honors

A Groovy Day of District Leadership

Teamwork Takes the Win

May Daler Digest

April Daler Digest

March Daler Digest

February Daler Digest