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Farmingdale School District

Once A Daler, Always A Daler

Public Information Assistant Updates

Elementary students use sensory focus equipment in a quiet room at Northside Elementary to help regain composure.

Finding Green

Sensory Room Helps Students Refocus, Reset, and Return to Learning
Lt. Colonel Richard Vargus speaking at a  to students inside a Farmingdale High School classroom.

Honoring Sacrifice, Inspiring Service

Farmingdale High School welcomed alumnus Lt. Colonel Richard Vargus for presentations with Social Studies classes on Tuesday, September 15. He discussed the historic events of September 11 and
members of the Lady Dalers Varsity Swim & Dive Team smiling together on the pool deck after sweeping the diving event

Dominant in Syracuse

The Farmingdale High School Lady Dalers Varsity Swim & Dive Team earned an impressive 94-76 road victory against defending Section III champion Jamesville-Dewitt High School on Friday, Sept. 11,
Elementary students standing together in silence around a flagpole as student musicians perform on Patriot Day.

Patriot Day in Farmingdale Schools

Within the Farmingdale School District, September 11 is observed with care and respect through age-appropriate instruction tailored to every grade level. Older students learn about the day's events,
Outdoor photo of Farmingdale School's Chamber Chorus students performing together on the steps of the Farmingdale Public Library during a September 11 memorial service as audience members observe.

A Dedicated Tradition of Honor

For 24 years, Howitt Middle School Chorus Teacher Ms. Danielle Tucker has guided district students in honoring local heroes and lives lost. This year's ceremony marked the 25th anniversary of
people line up along the memorial wall

Honoring the Heroes of Flight 93

Standing in reverent silence on the wind-swept grounds of Shanksville, Pennsylvania, students listened intently as history transformed from textbook pages into living memory. From August 19 through
diverse group of students in a classroom, sitting at desks

Collaborative Problem-Solving

Students in Mrs. Kuck's fifth-grade class at Woodward Parkway Elementary School started the 2026-2027 school year with hands-on math challenges. Working in small groups, scholars solved grid
Diverse group of adults outside in a field

Summer Miles Turn Into Fall Podiums

Our Farmingdale High School Cross Country runners have been working hard all summer long. As the season turns to fall, these pre-season practices prove that success starts long before the race clock
young female student smiles next to black car.

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,
young female student smiles as young woman looks on.

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
Diverse group of adults posing for a picture

Farmingdale Alum Showcases Trade Excellence on HGTV

Steve Galindo credits his foundation in the district's vocational carpentry program for his national television appearance and career success. Farmingdale High School graduate Steve Galindo
man with microphone speaking

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
Diverse group of teenagers sitting in an auditorium

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
Diverse group of adults on a school bus

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
Young girls making a tye die tshirt

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