To Our Farmingdale Family,

I want to share some important information regarding the upcoming Ryder Cup, scheduled for later this month. As many of you know, this is one of the most significant golf tournaments in the world, and we anticipate a large number of visitors in our community. We have been working closely with Village officials, the Nassau County Police Department, the Village Fire Department, and our Transportation and Security staff to ensure a safe and orderly environment for everyone.

Ryder Cup and School Schedule

The tournament runs from September 23–28. Our schools will only be impacted on Thursday, September 25, and Friday, September 26. Please note that schools are closed on September 23 and 24 for Rosh Hashanah, as well as on September 27 and 28 for the weekend.

The practice rounds on Thursday, September 25, are expected to cause minimal disruption compared to the main event on Friday, September 26. All of our community partners have been extremely supportive in helping us ensure safety, particularly at Northside Elementary, which is located near Bethpage State Park. Dr. Peterson will continue to send updates as we make some minor adjustments to arrival and dismissal procedures.

You may have heard reports that President Trump is expected to attend the event on Friday. While we do not yet have confirmation, preliminary planning suggests his presence should not affect our school operations. At this time, we plan to keep all schools open on both Thursday and Friday with only minor adjustments that will be communicated in advance.

Important Consideration

While we fully expect schools to be open on both days, it is important to acknowledge that circumstances could change. If unforeseen events arise that compromise safety, we may need to adjust our plans. Our commitment is clear: as long as we can ensure a safe environment for students and staff, our schools will remain open.

Thank you for your understanding, flexibility, and continued partnership as we begin the 2025–2026 school year together.

Best Regards, Paul Defendini

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE

THE FARMINGDALE BOARD OF EDUCATION WILL HOLD A REGULAR MEETING AT 6:00 P.M. ON WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2025, IN THE A. TERRY WEATHERS BOARD ROOM AT THE HOWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL, 50 VAN COTT AVENUE, FARMINGDALE, NY. IT IS ANTICIPATED THAT UPON A MAJORITY VOTE OF THE TOTAL MEMBERSHIP OF THE BOARD, A MOTION TO MEET IN EXECUTIVE SESSION TO DISCUSS TOPICS APPROPRIATE FOR EXECUTIVE SESSION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE OPEN MEETINGS LAW, WILL
BE CONSIDERED.

THE PUBLIC MEETING WILL BEGIN AT 8:00 P.M. IN THE HOWITT MIDDLE SCHOOL AUDITORIUM.

Rosemarie Fullam
District Clerk
September 12, 2025

The Farmingdale School District Aquatic Center will re-open at 6:00 am on Thursday, September 4th for morning open swim.

Open swim hours are 6-8 am, Monday through Friday.  Both the competition pool and the public wading pool will be available for members of the community.  The facility has locker rooms and shower facilities available.  Farmingdale School District residents should bring proof of residence when coming to the pool.  There is no fee for residents.

Evening open swim will begin on Tuesday, September 30th at 8:30 pm.

Be sure to check the Aquatic Center Calendar regularly for schedule changes and updates.