William Floyd School District News

William Floyd School District News


Nov 19, 2024

Third graders at Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary honor local veterans with special ceremony

Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School recently held a ceremony to honor local veterans, organized by the third-grade students.

Nov 19, 2024

Tangier Smith Elementary partners with William Floyd High School CTE programs

Tangier Smith Elementary School fifth-grade students recently engaged in a collaborative learning experience with the William Floyd High School's Cosmetology and Barbering academies.

Nov 18, 2024

William Floyd Colonials aim for historic 15th Suffolk County title

The William Floyd Colonials varsity football team is set to compete for their 15th Suffolk County Championship.

Nov 18, 2024

William Floyd High School choir's song to air on NBC/Telemundo

The William Floyd High School Acabellas' rendition of "Deck the Halls" will be broadcast during commercial breaks on NBC 4/Telemundo 47 from November 20 to December 4.

Nov 15, 2024

William Floyd Middle School hosts first annual PBIS kickoff celebration

William Floyd Middle School (WFMS) recently organized its inaugural Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) kickoff event.

Nov 13, 2024

Zariel Macchia wins Suffolk Championship and earns USATF Athlete of the Week

William Floyd High School senior Zariel Macchia has achieved significant success in recent competitions.

Nov 13, 2024

William Floyd United Teachers hosts second annual coat giveaway on November 23

William Floyd United Teachers (WFUT) is set to host its second annual 1,000 Coat Giveaway on Saturday, November 23.

Nov 12, 2024

William Floyd Colonials advance to semifinals after defeating Sachem East

The William Floyd Colonials varsity football team secured a spot in the semifinals of the Suffolk County Division I playoffs with a decisive 43-22 victory over Sachem East.

Nov 8, 2024

William Floyd art teachers display works in annual faculty exhibit

Art teachers from the William Floyd School District recently gathered at the Sue Hersh Art Gallery in William Floyd High School to present their work.

Nov 8, 2024

Moriches Elementary School holds election-themed activity for students

As voters across the United States participated in the 2024 presidential and local elections, Moriches Elementary School engaged its students in a unique election of their own.

Nov 7, 2024

Students engage in environmental research 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" program at Forge River and Osprey Park.

Nov 6, 2024

Elementary school brings back life-sized Candy Land for educational fun

Students at John S. Hobart Elementary School recently participated in a life-sized version of the popular board game "Candy Land" held in their school library.

Nov 6, 2024

Three William Floyd students earn spots in SCMEA 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.

Nov 4, 2024

William Floyd Colonials secure Division I title; prepare for playoffs

The William Floyd Colonials varsity football team, under the guidance of head coach Paul Longo, has concluded their regular season with a victory over Connetquot, finishing 42-30.

Oct 30, 2024

Board discusses metal detectors for enhanced school safety

At the Board of Education meeting on October 29, 2024, school safety was the main topic of discussion.

Oct 18, 2024

Moriches Elementary celebrates student readers with awards

Moriches Elementary School recently held an event to recognize students in grades K-5 who participated in the voluntary summer reading program. The program aimed to motivate kindergarten and first-grade students to learn 40 grade-level words before the start of the school year. Meanwhile, students from second to fifth grade were encouraged to engage in various reading challenges such as reading outdoors, selecting a book adapted into a movie, and exploring non-fiction books.

Oct 18, 2024

High school student found with handgun; investigation ongoing

This afternoon, shortly before high school dismissal, a student was brought to an administrator's office for possible vaping. During a search with a metal detecting wand, it was discovered that the student had a handgun. The weapon was confiscated and police were notified immediately.

Oct 17, 2024

William Floyd High School students earn spots at NYSCAME All-County Music Festival

Twenty-eight students from William Floyd High School have been chosen to participate in the upcoming New York State Council of Administrators for Music Education (NYSCAME) All-County Music Festival. This event, scheduled for next month, honors junior and senior musicians who have shown exceptional talent.

Oct 16, 2024

William Floyd High School presents 'Kodachrome' November 1-2

Students at William Floyd High School are preparing for their fall theater production of "Kodachrome" 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.

Oct 15, 2024

William Floyd High School girls' tennis advances to playoffs for 22nd straight year

The William Floyd High School girls' varsity tennis team has concluded a successful season, securing their place in the playoffs for the 22nd consecutive year. Under the guidance of head coach David Pia, the Colonials achieved a 10-2 record in League IV and a 14-2 overall standing. Their performance has earned them a No. 4 seed, granting them a first-round bye and setting up a second-round home playoff match on October 22 against either No. 13 Sachem or No. 20 Eastport-South Manor.

Daily Feed

Former employee accuses Halmar of wrongful termination over FMLA leave request

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Halmar International, LLC., alleging wrongful termination in violation of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).


Local

No Joke: A Family Camped Out at Midnight for Selden Chick-fil-A's Grand Open

The chain's latest restaurant to hit Long Island is located at 949 Middle Country Road.


Opinion

FROM THE NEWSROOM: Big Government Must Reduce Spending. My Family Did

Now more than ever, we need to support President Trump and Elon Musk in their mission to reduce spending and eliminate fraud, waste, and abuse from the bloated bureaucracy.