Farmingdale School Budget Passes By More Than 500 Votes

The district has announced the results of its budget and board of education election.

Farmingdale School Budget Preview, Candidates On Ballot For 2026-2027

See what's on the ballot, including the school budget and school board candidates, before you head to the polls on Tuesday.

Farmingdale Students Shine At State DECA Conference, Advance To International Competition

A sister duo has earned their place in the global conference in April.

Farmingdale's Universal Pre-K Lottery Tuesday Afternoon

The district announced the lottery will take place at 3 p.m.

Farmingdale School District To Roll Out Bus-Tracking Program

The BusRight program will enhance the safety of students and offer families greater peace of mind, officials said.

Elevated Levels Of Lead Found In Drinking Water At Farmingdale Schools

The Farmingdale School District Superintendent issued a letter to parents.

Cosmetology Program Launched At Farmingdale High School

Passing students will be eligible to sit for the NYS practical and written examinations to become state-licensed cosmetologists.

Wall Of Valor Being Built At Farmingdale High School

The wall will "honor and recognize true heroes" within the community.

7 LI Colleges Among 500 ‘That Shine’ With Top Salaries For Grads: Forbes

Forbes considered 14 metrics to determine the top 500 that offer the best educational, financial and career outcomes.

Farmingdale School District Updates Cellphone Policy Following State Ban

A new law restricts the use of internet-enabled devices during the school day. "Schools are a place where cell phones should be put away."

Farmingdale School District Introduces 'Groundbreaking' Active Assailant Response Exercises

Scenarios simulated real-time threats and tested coordination between the district, armed security contractors and law enforcement.

'Devastating Tragedy': LI School District Reacts After NTSB Report Reveals Cause Of Deadly Bus Crash

The superintendent called the toll on students, faculty, staff, and the loved ones of the two educators killed, "unimaginable."

Farmingdale State College Announces Henry Schein Cares Sensory Unit

The new unit will enable specialized care for patients and learning opportunities for dental hygiene students.

Farmingdale High School Class Of 2025 Celebrates Graduation, Milestones

The evening was a "stirring tribute to the resilience, achievement, and unity of the 2025 graduating class."

Farmingdale State College Receives $5M Gift

The gift, from 1960 alumnus Murray Pasternack, will support scholarships and programs in engineering technology.

Farmingdale HS Students Get Lesson In Breast Health

"...God forbid, these students can protect themselves and get tested or check themselves, or even their loved ones who might not know."

Farmingdale 2025-26 School Budget Passes

The Farmingdale School District budget has passed this year.

Farmingdale School Budget Preview For 2025-26

See what's on the ballot, including the school budget and school board candidates, before you head to the polls on Tuesday.

Farmingdale State College Earns AACSB International Accreditation

AACSB accreditation recognizes institutions that have "demonstrated a focus on excellence in all areas."

New VP Of Student Affairs Announced By Farmingdale State College

Ronald C. Jackson will oversee the school's student life initiatives. "I look forward to building on Farmingdale’s tradition of excellence."

Farmingdale Schools Launch 'Informed Decisions, United Community'

"An informed electorate is important to us," the district wrote, as it prepares resources ahead of the 2025-26 budget vote.

Farmingdale Superintendent Addresses Bond Vote Results, Roof Upgrades

Roof renovation work will begin "immediately." After Proposition Two failed, the board of education plans to discuss its next steps.

Farmingdale Voters Pass 1 Proposition Of School Bond Vote, Deny 2nd

Roof repairs and replacements were passed, but voters shot down a $55.85M proposition for a Career and Technical Education Center and more.

Farmingdale Educator Receives Martin Luther King, Jr. Award

Samuel Thompson's leadership through the coronavirus pandemic and bus crash tragedy was "inspirational," Supervisor Joseph Saladino said.

Farmingdale Aide Talks Lifesaving Rescue: 'It Happened So Quickly'

Dawn Puig saved the life of a girl who was choking on her lunch. "The week has been filled with many gestures of gratitude," she said.

Aide Saves Life Of Farmingdale Student Choking On Her Lunch

The aide's actions prevented a potential tragedy, the district wrote. "We offer our deepest gratitude," the district stated.

Small Fire Breaks Out At Farmingdale HS Gym

The fire was quickly doused and classes will proceed as scheduled, according to the district.

Superintendent Envisions Farmingdale HS As 'Crown Jewel' Of Community

Superintendent Paul Defendini discussed how the proposals could affect the community. Voters will decide on the bond in January.

Farmingdale School District Proposes 'Transformative Bond Referendum'

Propositions include roof repairs, a new state-of-the-art Career and Technical Education Center, and the enhancement of artistic facilities.

Gina Pellettiere's Estate Files Lawsuit In Farmingdale HS Crash

The administrators of the beloved band teacher's estate sued the bus company, driver and a tire manufacturer over alleged negligence.

Farmingdale HS Students Return Safely From Band Camp Year After Crash

The district shared a video of students enjoying Karaoke Night at band camp. Students returned, on schedule, just a year after the crash.

Farmingdale State College Awarded $3M Grant

FSC plans to develop a program to address barriers that may prevent Hispanic and other low- income students from achieving academic goals.

Farmingdale HS Pool Demolished After Nearly 60 Years

A security vestibule and new pickleball and tennis courts will be added to replace the pool building, the superintendent said.

'Exceptional' Sean Small: Farmingdale Teacher Spotlight

Sean Small has won numerous awards, helps out for food volunteers, assists with Cancer Care research, and more.

Street To Be Renamed For Farmingdale Educators Killed In Bus Crash

Gina Pellettiere and Bea Ferrari will be honored with a "symbolic gesture of the everlasting impact that educators can have."

Farmingdale Fundraiser To Benefit Students Hurt In HS Bus Crash

The Over the Hill Gang fundraiser will feature food, raffles, music, games and more. Superintendent Paul Defendini urged community support.

Bethpage Student Wins College-Sponsored National Merit Scholarship

College-sponsored awards provide between $500 and $2,000 annually for up to four years of undergraduate study at the institution.

Daler Digest

The Daler Digest is a digital newsletter produced and distributed monthly during the school year.

Daler Digest

The Daler Digest is a digital newsletter produced and distributed monthly during the school year.

New President Announced At Farmingdale State College

Robert S. Prezant is set to assume the role in mid-August, replacing John Nader. Learn more about Prezant and his resume.