William Floyd School District
Recent News About William Floyd School District
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William Floyd United Teachers host annual coat giveaway on November 23
On Saturday, November 23, starting at 9 a.m., the William Floyd United Teachers (WFUT) will host their second annual 1,000 Coat Giveaway.
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Zariel Macchia wins national youth title; prepares for state championships
William Floyd High School senior Zariel Macchia has achieved notable success in the field of cross-country running.
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William Floyd advances to semifinals after defeating Sachem East
The William Floyd Colonials varsity football team secured a decisive 43-22 victory over Sachem East in the Suffolk County Division I quarterfinals.
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William Floyd art teachers display creativity in annual faculty exhibit
Art teachers from the William Floyd School District recently showcased their work in an annual faculty exhibit at the Susan Hersh Art Gallery, located in the main lobby of William Floyd High School.
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Moriches Elementary holds student vote on Disney character costumes
Students at Moriches Elementary School engaged in a unique election day activity on the Monday before the 2024 presidential and local elections.
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Students engage in ecosystem study at Forge River and Osprey Park
William Floyd High School Science Honor Society and Stony Brook STEP students recently engaged in the "A Day in the Life" project at Forge River and Osprey Park.
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William Floyd students earn spots in all-county jazz bands
Three students from the William Floyd School District have been selected for the Suffolk County Music Educators’ Association (SCMEA) All-County Jazz bands.
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John S. Hobart Elementary hosts life-sized Candy Land for fourth consecutive year
Students at John S. Hobart Elementary School recently experienced the return of a life-sized version of the board game "Candy Land" in their school library.
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William Floyd Colonials conclude successful fall sports seasons across multiple disciplines
The William Floyd Colonials have concluded their fall varsity sports seasons with notable performances across various teams.
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William Floyd Colonials secure Division I title ahead of playoffs
The William Floyd Colonials varsity football team, guided by head coach Paul Longo, has finished its regular season with a significant 42-30 victory over Connetquot.
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Board discusses installing metal detectors for enhanced school safety
The Board of Education convened on October 29, 2024, to discuss the pressing issue of school safety.
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Moriches Elementary celebrates summer readers with rewards
Moriches Elementary School recently acknowledged its students in grades K-5 who participated in the voluntary summer reading program. The celebration included extra playground time, certificates, and ice pops for the young readers.
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High school student found with handgun during vaping search
This afternoon, shortly before the dismissal at a local high school, a student was taken to an administrator's office on suspicion of vaping. During a search using a metal detecting wand, it was found that the student had a handgun. The weapon was confiscated, and the police were promptly informed. The case has been handed over to law enforcement for further investigation. The student will face proceedings through the criminal justice system. Alongside any legal charges, the student will also encounter significant repercussions as per the school district's code of conduct.
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William Floyd High School students earn spots in NYSCAME All-County Music Festival
Twenty-eight students from William Floyd High School have been chosen to perform at the New York State Council of Administrators for Music Education (NYSCAME) All-County Music Festival. This event, scheduled for next month, honors junior and senior student-musicians who have shown exceptional skills in their musical pursuits.
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William Floyd High School presents 'Kodachrome' on November 1-2
Students at William Floyd High School are preparing for their upcoming fall production of "Kodachrome," written by Adam Szymkowicz. The play will be performed on November 1 and 2 at 6:30 pm in the Nick Poulos Auditorium. Tickets are priced at $10 and can be purchased online or at the door.
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William Floyd girls' varsity tennis secures playoff spot for 22nd year
The William Floyd High School girls' varsity tennis team has completed another successful season, securing a spot in the playoffs for the 22nd consecutive year. Under the guidance of head coach David Pia, the team achieved a 10-2 record in League IV play and a 14-2 record overall. This performance earned them a No. 4 seed, a first-round bye, and a second-round home playoff match scheduled for October 22 against either No. 13 Sachem or No. 20 Eastport-South Manor.
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William Floyd High School celebrates 12 student-musicians selected for NYSSMA All-State
Twelve students from William Floyd High School have been selected as New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) All-State musicians for 2024. This recognition is given to the top high school musicians in New York State. The NYSSMA All-State Festival will take place from December 5-8 at the University of Rochester’s Eastman School of Music Concert Hall.
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William Floyd's Gianna Trotta named among top field hockey players by Newsday
Gianna Trotta, a student-athlete in the 11th grade at William Floyd High School, has been recognized as one of the top 50 field hockey players for the fall 2024 season by Newsday.
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Elementary students engage in STEM through creative engineering projects
Students at Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School recently engaged in a STEM project under the guidance of Ms. Ashley Kilanowski. The second-grade class was involved in an engineering activity that required them to design and build their ideal school building using the six-step engineering design process: ask, imagine, plan, create, experiment, and improve.
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Sue Hersh named outstanding educator by William Floyd Alumni Association
Sue Hersh has been posthumously honored as the 2024 William Floyd Alumni Association Outstanding Educator. Born in 1948 in Miller Place, New York, Susan A. Hersh pursued her education at Earl L. Vandermeulen High School in Port Jefferson before attending Moore College of Art and Design in Philadelphia. She later earned a master's degree in social work from Stony Brook University.