Saltzman East Memorial's Buddy Program is off to an exciting start this year, pairing fifth graders with Kindergartners for fun, friendship, and learning. Buddies team up on crafts for spirit days and holidays, practice fine motor skills, and model cooperative play, all while getting to know each other and building a strong classroom community.

Albany Avenue Kindergarteners in Mrs. Buckley and Mrs Mastropasqua’s classroom are embracing the season as they learn and grow. From hands-on activities that strengthen fine motor skills to festive projects that spark creativity, these young learners are building a strong foundation while celebrating the wonder of autumn

Farmingdale Celebrates Music, Inclusion, and Community Pride with the All Abilities Drumline

The Farmingdale School District recently welcomed alumnus Brian Calhoun and his nationally recognized Calhoun Drum Academy, featuring the inspiring All Abilities Drumline, for a powerful collaboration celebrating music and inclusion.

This unique partnership unites individuals of all abilities through the shared language of rhythm and performance. The initiative will be featured in an upcoming professional documentary, produced by award-winning filmmakers based in New York City and scheduled for release in 2026. The film aims to redefine ability, promote inclusion, and showcase how music can bring communities together.

The collaboration’s first event, the Marching for All Unified Performance, took place on Saturday, October 4, at the Farmingdale High School turf field. The evening was filled with joy, energy, and emotion as the All Abilities Drumline joined the Farmingdale High School Marching Band for a unified performance that left the audience inspired. The highlight of the night was a moving, all-inclusive rendition of Neil Diamond’s “Sweet Caroline.”

And the celebration isn’t over yet! The All Abilities Drumline will return to Farmingdale for a special encore performance during halftime at the Farmingdale vs. Massapequa football game on Saturday, October 18. This encore will once again spotlight the spirit of unity, community pride, and musical excellence that defines the Daler community.

The Farmingdale School District is proud to stand behind initiatives that celebrate every student’s voice, rhythm, and potential. Together, we continue to march forward—for all.

Farmingdale High School is thrilled to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of its students in the 71st National Merit Scholarship Program!

Collin Ramos has advanced as a Semifinalist, an incredible honor that places him among the nation’s top academic achievers. As a Semifinalist, he now has the exciting opportunity to continue in the competition for a National Merit Scholarship by showcasing his exceptional academics, leadership, and accomplishments. Winners will be announced between April and July, and we’ll be cheering him on every step of the way!

The district also proudly recognizes Christopher Cruciata, William Herbert, Nicholas Zito, and Anthony McKee as Commended Students. This honor places them among the top 50,000 students nationwide who excelled on the 2024 PSAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. While they may not be advancing as Semifinalists, their remarkable achievements reflect outstanding academic potential, and we look forward to seeing their continued success.

Congratulations to all! Your dedication and hard work make our community proud!

In your September Digest, you’ll find the latest news, special moments, and stories that celebrate the incredible energy, talent, and spirit that define our community.

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