William Floyd School District News
William Floyd School District News
Beloved William Floyd Coach Killed in Car Crash
Hearts are heavy across the William Floyd School District, as they confirmed the tragic loss of their much-beloved boys’ varsity assistant basketball coach, Darrell Sumpter, in a car crash on Sunrise Highway.
Tragic Loss Stuns Community
The tragic loss that sent waves of grief across the William Floyd community first appeared as a routine police report.
William Floyd cheerleaders qualify for national championship; Marino earns top honors
The William Floyd High School cheerleading team has qualified for the National High School Cheerleading Championship (NHSCC) in Orlando, Florida.
Middle schoolers design and parade balloons for elementary school peers
William Paca Middle School's sixth-grade students recently participated in the "Balloons Over Paca" project, inspired by Melissa Sweet's children's book "Balloons Over Broadway."
Music teacher shares map of holiday lights in Nassau and Suffolk counties
William Floyd Middle School's general music teacher, Jonathan Dignam, has taken the initiative to spread holiday cheer by creating a comprehensive map of festively decorated homes in Nassau and Suffolk counties.
High school artists create portraits for Indian youth
William Floyd High School art students have engaged in a creative initiative through the "Memory Project," an endeavor aimed at fostering cultural connections and kindness worldwide.
William Floyd mourns loss of Coach Darrell Sumpter after fatal accident
The William Floyd School District has announced the passing of boys' varsity assistant basketball coach Darrell Sumpter.
Moriches Elementary celebrates creativity in annual pumpkin carving contest
In late October, Moriches Elementary School hosted its 45th annual "Great Pumpkin" contest.
Moriches Elementary School's card drive brings holiday cheer to local seniors
Moriches Elementary School collaborated with New York State Senator Dean Murray and the organization "Voices for Seniors" to conduct a holiday greeting card drive.
William Floyd High School NJROTC excels at annual inspection and wins color guard competition
The William Floyd High School NJROTC recently completed their Annual Military Inspection and Pass-in-Review.
WFSD Elementary School Student-Musicians Selected for Prestigious Festival
Eighteen fourth-grade student-musicians from the William Floyd School District were selected to be a part of the 16th Annual Suffolk County Music Educators Association (SCMEA) PEAK (Parents, Educators And Kids) Festival
Assemblyman DeStefano honors April Coppola as 'Woman of Distinction
New York State Assemblyman Joseph DeStefano has recognized April Coppola, the president of the William Floyd Board of Education, as a "Woman of Distinction."
Three William Floyd athletes listed among Newsday's top boys’ basketball players
Newsday has announced its list of the top 100 boys' basketball players for the 2024-25 season, featuring three seniors from William Floyd High School.
Elf characters bring festive cheer to Tangier Smith Elementary School
Since the beginning of December, Tangier Smith Elementary School has been welcoming students with a unique sight.
Elementary school holds second 'Woodhullgiving' celebration
Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School recently held its second annual "Woodhullgiving" celebration, aimed at fostering community spirit and providing meals for those in need before Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving feasts held at William Floyd Learning Center and Floyd Academy
The William Floyd Learning Center and the Floyd Academy organized Thanksgiving feasts to celebrate the season with their school communities.
William Floyd United Teachers hold annual coat giveaway benefiting local community
The William Floyd United Teachers (WFUT) recently organized the second annual 1,000 coat giveaway.
William Floyd student-musicians selected for SCMEA PEAK Festival
Eighteen fourth-grade student-musicians from the William Floyd School District have been selected to participate in the 16th Annual Suffolk County Music Educators Association (SCMEA) PEAK Festival.
William Floyd seeks nominations for fine arts wall of distinction
The William Floyd Fine Arts and Music departments are currently seeking nominations for the "Wall of Distinction" Class of 2025.
William Floyd students showcase art at Brookhaven's Red Ribbon Week
Fourteen students from William Floyd Middle School were recognized for their artistic contributions at the Town of Brookhaven’s Red Ribbon Week art exhibition.
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
Queens housing facility accused of privacy violations and neglect
Christopher Mungin has filed a lawsuit against multiple entities including the City of New York DSS/HRA/DHS over alleged civil rights violations at a transitional housing facility in Queens County.
Richmond Pharmacy sues Richmond University Medical Center over business dispute
Richmond Specialty Script Inc., which operates as Richmond Pharmacy, is suing Richmond University Medical Center (RUMC), alleging improper business practices and breach of trust. The defendants include RUMC in its capacity as both landlord and participant in a federal drug pricing program.