On the morning of December 6, Farmingdale High School opened its doors for the annual Deck the Halls Holiday Breakfast. This beloved tradition fills bellies with delicious food and fills hearts with a sense of togetherness. The Farmingdale Council of PTAs ensures each year that the magic of the holidays reaches every corner of the community while reminding everyone of the power of kindness and generosity.

Elves worked their magic to turn the Farmingdale High School commons into a winter wonderland capable of melting even the Grinch's icy heart. The Deck the Halls celebration unfolded with a mouthwatering hot breakfast served by the Board of Education. A vibrant DJ entertained the families with cheerful holiday tunes while guests were invited to indulge in games and crafts. Tables adorned with raffle baskets lined the area while sizzling hot chocolate stations added to the festive atmosphere. Enchanting characters from Frozen, Charlie Brown, The Grinch, and the Polar Express wandered through the crowd to bring joy to all. The celebrations reached new levels of excitement when the legendary Mr. and Mrs. Claus arrived to captivate guests and pose for photographs.

Dozens of volunteers gathered to support the event. Theatre students from Farmingdale High School dressed in full costume to warmly welcome guests and pose for pictures. Enthusiastic National Honor Society members served as Santa’s helpers. These students guided young guests through various craft stations where they could make ornaments, reindeer food, and holiday cookies. Children also participated in an exciting elf scavenger hunt and dropped off their letters to Santa in a special mailbox.

The annual holiday breakfast acts as a charity event with 100% of the proceeds used to purchase holiday gifts for local families.

Farmingdale School District celebrated the remarkable accomplishments of 17 graduating student-athletes who will be advancing to compete at the collegiate level. A commitment signing ceremony was held on December 5 to recognize these exceptional individuals for their unwavering dedication to academics and athletics. Held in Farmingdale High School’s Lecture Hall, the ceremony was a significant event filled with pride, excitement, and heartfelt congratulations. Parents, coaches, and friends gathered to celebrate these student-athletes, who have demonstrated excellence both on the field and in the classroom. The entire community extends its warmest congratulations to these talented student-athletes as they embark on the next chapter of their athletic and academic journeys. Their achievements inspire all students, showcasing the rewards of hard work, dedication, and a growth mindset.

The college-bound athletes are:

Annalise Ferraro, Farmingdale State College, Soccer

Ive Julian Mills, Wheaton College, Baseball

Jake S. Mora, Mercy University, Baseball

James Sebber, Suffolk Community College, Baseball

Lorenzo Cimino, Florida International University, Baseball

Mateo Rickey Morales, Lemoyne College, Baseball

Robert Figgers, Saint Thomas Aquinas College, Baseball

Jeffrey Damo, Long Island University, Lacrosse

Jessica Reo, Le Moyne College, Lacrosse

Matteo Asencio, Adelphi University, Lacrosse

Michael Galgano, University of Massachusetts Amherst, Lacrosse

Sean Schumeyer, Mercy University, Lacrosse

Cuinn Sunde, Georgian Court, Lacrosse

Teigan Sunde, Georgian Court, Lacrosse

Thomas Goodrich, Mercy University, Lacrosse

Lincoln Ray Capolino, Farmingdale State College, Tennis

Richard DeMarco, Belmont Abbey, Wrestling

Enjoy these highlights from Albany Avenue’s daytime concert for students on December 4. The showcase featured performances from the 5th Grade Orchestra under the direction of Thomas Eustaquio, the 5th Grade Band under the direction of Laurel Albinder, and the Chorus under the direction of Catherine McLoughlin and Mi Hee Hwang. Congratulations on a wonderful performance, Dalers.

Farmingdale High School students filled the commons on December 3 for the annual Volunteer Fair!

It was an incredible day of networking as local organizations stopped by to share service opportunities with our student body. Thank you to all the community partners who made this event possible. We love seeing our students step up to make a difference!

Farmingdale School District’s Winter Concert Season officially began last night with Howitt Middle School’s Orchestras! On Wednesday, December 3, Greg Warnokowski, Director of Fine and Performing Arts, welcomed everyone to this magical time of year. Last night’s concert featured the Sixth Grade Orchestra under the direction of Mr. Matthew Szabo, and the Seventh Grade Orchestra, Eighth Grade Orchestra, and Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Mr. Samuel Gelfer. We look forward to sharing more holiday joy with the community as the concert season continues.