Huntington Public Schools, NY

November 14, 2019 Headlines

H-ton French Honor Society’s Enthusiasm Abounds

Huntington High School’s French Honor Society is a group committed to more than just the French language and culture. United by language and small class communities that foster learning in a comfortable environment, the group pursues fundraising initiatives to help the needy across the world and also has fun celebrating holidays in a festive way.

Flower Hill School’s Stars are Celebrated

Flower Hill Primary School’s Star Student Award recipients for October are a very proud group of youngsters. They like attention, just like every other student in the building and they enjoy getting a pat on the back for a job well done.

Kiera Coulter Leads Finley Girls’ Tennis

Kiera Coulter went 7-2 in No. 1 singles to lead the J. Taylor Finley Middle School girls’ tennis team this fall.

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SEPTA November 20 Workshop on Anxiety HHS College Office Friday Flyer for November 8, 2019 SEPTA Comedy Night Flyer 2019 HUFSD Sports by Season Huntington UFSD Fine & Performing Arts Events Calendar 2019-20 Huntington UFSD Arts in Education Committe Meeting Dates 2019-20 Huntington High School Important Dates 2019-20 Finley Middle School List of Important Dates 2019-20

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November Breakfast and Lunch Menus Woodhull-STEM School Drama Club Play Packet 2019-20 Huntington SEPTA Grant Application 2019-20 J. Taylor Finley 2020-21 Curriculum Guide (English and Spanish) Huntington UFSD Brochure 2019-20 Huntington Boys' Spring Track & Field Records - November 2019 Huntington Boys' Indoor Track & Field Records - November 2019 Finley Football Stat Sheet v. Northport 2019 Finley Football Stat Sheet v. Oldfields 2019 Finley Football Stat Sheet v. Kings Park 2019 Huntington High School Profile - Class of 2020 HHS Student-Athlete College Guide 2019-20 HHS Extracurricular Activities Directory & Schedule 2019-20 Huntington UFSD Reserve Fund Plan (October 2019) 2018-19 Huntington UFSD Internal Audit Report Memorandum of Agreement - ATH - Virtual Advanced Placement Program Memorandum of Agreement - ATH - Coverage Beyond 10 Days Memorandum of Agreement ATH - Extracurricular Clubs 2019 Shared Decision Making School Based Goals HHS Guidance News & Scholarship Newsletter - October 2019 HHS Curriculum Guide 2020-21 Board of Education Presentation on National History Day - October 2019 2019 Huntington UFSD External Audit Management Letter 2019 Huntington UFSD External Audit, Financial Statements & Report 2019 Huntington UFSD External Audit of Extraclassroom Activity Accounts October Breakfast and Lunch Menus New Mobile Site - FD MealPlanner FD MealPlanner Informational Flyer HHS Principal's Letter to Parents on Halloween 2019 Finley Football Stat Sheet v. Candlewood 2019 A Parent’s Guide to NYS Next Generation ELA & Math Learning Standards SEPTA Membership Form 2019-20 Letter to Parents on Required Health & Dental Examinations 2019-20 (English and Spanish) HHS Social Studies Dept. Tutoring Schedule 2019-20 HHS English Dept. Tutoring Schedule 2019-20 Finley Football Stat Sheet v. West Hollow 2019 Finley Football Stat Sheet v. East Northport 2019 Letter to Parents on Blue Devil Marching Band Hosting Finley 8th Graders Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School Faculty & Staff 2019-20 Farmingdale State College STEP Information & Application Farmingdale State College STEP Information & Application (Spanish) Farmingdale State College STEP Saturday Academy Flyer 2019 Updated HUFSD Telephone Directory 2019-20 Megan's Law Notice: Level 2 Offender HUFSD Emergency Response Plan Public Hearing Presentation - September 24. 2019 2019-20 Huntington UFSD District Safety Plan Memorandum of Agreement - ATH - Additional Assignments 2019-20 Huntington Booster Club Field Banner order form and Membership Raffle HHS Senior Parent Night Presentation PDF HHS Principal's Letter to Parents on Meet the Teacher Night 2019 Huntington School Board Goals for 2019-20 2019-20 HHS Post-Secondary Planning Guide (English/Spanish) HHS Guidance Office Transcript Approval Form 2019-20 Girls' Varsity Soccer 2019 Roster NYS Elementary and IntermediateTesting Schedule 2019-20 Huntington UFSD New Teacher Orientation PowerPoint Presentation 2019 Huntington UFSD Professional Development Plan 2019-20 Huntington UFSD Academic Intervention Services-Response to Intervention Plan for 2019-20 Huntington UFSD Physical Education Plan 2019-20 National History Day Contest 2020 Themebook Huntington UFSD BMI Survey Letter & Opt-Out Form 2019-20 - English and Spanish HHS Principal's Letter to Parents on Advanced Placement Exams 2020 Advanced Placement Exam Request Form 2020 Advanced Placement Exam Schedule 2020 Employee Monthly Timesheets for 2019-20 2019-20 HHS Records Release Form & College Application Procedures 2019-20 Teacher Recommendation Request Form HHS Science Honor Society Application for 2019-20 Huntington High School Faculty & Staff Directory 2019-20 Finley Middle School Faculty & Staff Directory 2019-20 Jefferson Primary School Faculty & Staff Directory 2019-20 Flower Hill Faculty & Staff Directory 2019-20 Washington Faculty & Staff Directory 2019-20 Woodhull Faculty & Staff Directory 2019-20 Megan's Law Notice: Level I Offender Superintendent’s Letter of Welcome to the 2019-20 School Year. HHS Guidance Class of 2020 Welcome Letter HHS Yearbook Information for Class of 2020 Huntington UFSD Fall Adult Education Program Brochure Huntington UFSD Professional Development Activity Dates - Spring 2020 Online Application for Free and Reduced Lunch Online Application for Free and Reduced Lunch (Spanish Version) Huntington UFSD Pre Paid Meal Plan Ticket Huntington UFSD Pre Paid Meal Plan Ticket (Spanish Version) Huntington UFSD Special Education Plan (2019-2021) Southdown School Faculty & Staff Directory 2019-20 Finley Principal's Letter to Faculty & Students - August 2019 Huntington UFSD Calendar & Directory 2019-20 2019 Fall Season Athletic Tryout Information - HHS & Finley Middle School (English/Spanish) 2019-20 Huntington High School Athletic Program Information 2019-20 Finley Middle School Athletic Program Information 2018-19 NYS Private Physical Examination Form for Athletes Huntington UFSD Bid Calendar 2020-21 Fall Driver Education Information and Application Huntington High School Student Handbook 2019-20 J. Taylor Finley Middle School - Student Handbook 2019-20 Bus Stop Change Request Form 2019-20 Jack Abrams STEM 2019-20 Grade Level Supply Lists Woodhull 2019-20 Grade Level Supply Lists Flower Hill 2019-20 Grade Level School Supply Lists Jefferson 2019-20 Grade Level Supply Lists Southdown 2019-20 Grade Level Supply Lists Washington 2019-20 Grade Level Supply Lists PTA Council Directory 2019-20 Band Parents Association of Huntington Officers – 2019-20 2019-20 HUFSD Code of Conduct 2019-20 HUFSD Building Level Guidance Plans 2019-20 Huntington UFSD Organizational Chart 2019 HHS Commencement Program HHS Science Honor Society Application for 2019-20 Statement on Legislation Removing Non-Medical Exemption (English and Spanish) FAQs About Legislation Removing Non-Medical Exemptions (English and Spanish) Huntington UFSD Extra Payroll Calendar 2019-20 Huntington UFSD Immunization Requirements for All Grades Huntington UFSD Immunization Requirements for All Grades (Spanish version) NYS Immunization Requirements for School Entrance & Attendance HUFSD Payroll Calendar 2019-20 Revised Field Trip Parent-Guardian Consent Form (During School Hours: English and Spanish) J. Taylor Finley 2019-20 Curriculum Guide (English and Spanish) Huntington School Board Meeting Calendar 2019-20 Huntington UFSD Professional Development Activity Dates - Fall 2019 Huntington UFSD Brochure 2018-19 HHS Curriculum Guide 2019-20 (English and Spanish) Huntington High School Art Department Brochure Huntington UFSD Parent Portal Registration Instructions Huntington UFSD Parent Portal Information for Elementary Parents HUFSD Meal Charging & Shaming Prohibition Plan Guide to Huntington UFSD's Website

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H-ton’s Virtual Enterprise Firm BioSol Sparkles

The Huntington High School Virtual Enterprise course firm, BioSol bills itself as the producer of the “first-ever” biodegradable sunscreen wipes. The company is sparkling as it goes about impressing everyone in the metropolitan area.

A Burst of Patriotism at Washington Primary School

There was a stirring burst of patriotism at Washington Primary School as military veterans and family members gathered in the school gym for a pair of assembly programs to celebrate Veterans Day last Friday morning.

Huntington UFSD School News

Washington School Principal Michelle Richards wants every student to read, read and read. She began a Principal’s Book of the Month initiative to encourage more reading and discussion in the building’s classrooms.

Bryan Lizama Paces Finley Boys’ Soccer I to 9-0-1 Mark

Eighth grader Bryan Lizama scored 21 goals to pace the J. Taylor Finley Middle School boys’ soccer team coached by Travis Smith to a 9-0-1 mark this year.

Huntington Heartbreaker

They came oh, so close. The Huntington football team came from behind to take the lead late in the fourth quarter only to see host North Babylon stage their own rally and score what proved to be the winning touchdown with 49 seconds remaining in a Suffolk Division II playoff game last Saturday afternoon.

AWOD Participates in ERASE Racism Conference

Erasing racism on Long Island was the focus of an all-day conference attended by a delegation of students in Huntington High School’s A World of Difference club. The gathering at St. Joseph’s College in Patchogue drew participants from 15 Suffolk high schools who all went home with plenty to think about.

Super Bowl Champ Visits with Flower Hill Students

Standing with Flower Hill Primary School students, Gary Brown looked awfully big. Heck, the former NFL player looks big when he’s alongside anyone. He has an equally big heart, which recently opened up for second and third grade youngsters.

STEM PE Classes Participate in Emergency Preparedness Session

Keeping kids and their families safe. That was the motivation behind a recent emergency services and planning initiative in the Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School gymnasium.

Junior Andrew McKenzie Glides Through Huntington

Andrew McKenzie is completely comfortable setting high goals and working very hard to reach them. The Huntington High School junior handles pressure deftly, whether it’s in a classroom taking a string of challenging courses or running with the Blue Devils in a race against Suffolk’s best.

Awards Never Grow Old at Washington School

Some things never seem to grow old for students at Washington Primary School. Being honored with an award is something the youngsters can never get enough of. So the most recent Washington Ways Award ceremony was a joyous occasion for the recipients.

Blue Devil JV Girls’ Volleyball Exceptionally Competitive

The Huntington High School junior varsity girls’ volleyball team showcased the program’s talented young players during a season that saw the Blue Devils win four matches.

Blue Devil JV Boys’ Soccer Achieves Near Perfection

Near perfection. The Huntington High School junior varsity boys’ soccer team came close to a perfect season, compiling a 12-1 record this fall.

A Special Place Called Flower Hill School

Flower Hill School opened more than 65 years ago. Since then more than 10,000 students have studied in its classrooms. It’s a very special place, just ask the youngsters that call it home today.

H-ton’s Alex Bellissimo Sparkles Among the Class of 2021

Alex Bellissimo is an exceptional young man who excels at everything he decides to pursue. The Huntington High School junior is one of the top students in the Class of 2021 and he’s a marvelous athlete, too.

Huntington Photography Students Explore Manhattan

Huntington High School photography students recently traveled into Manhattan for a tour of the Aperture Foundation’s gallery along with stops at several other well-regarded galleries and an opportunity to practice street photography in the Big Apple.

Finley Girls’ Soccer Develops Future Huntington Stars

Linda Costello-Roth is concerned less with winning games just for the sake of winning than she is with getting seventh and eighth graders involved in soccer and developing their skills and competitiveness.

Latin Honor Society Has Passionate Members

While they may be relatively few in number, Huntington High School’s Latin Honor Society members have an exceptional degree of passion for the organization and language.

Huntington’s Environmental Club Pursues Full Agenda

Huntington High School’s Environmental Club has turned into a legitimate juggernaut with an energetic and remarkably engaged group of members and a full agenda that it is pursuing in tireless fashion.

Jefferson School Honors Citizens of the Month

Jefferson Primary School sailed into its third month of the current school with confidence and optimism. Students and teachers are working closely together and getting an awful lot done.

Southdown Awards Assembly Focuses on Mindfulness

Southdown Primary School recently held its monthly Splash Awards assembly in the gym. It was a fun experience for everyone, but it also contained a very important learning component.

Huntington UFSD’s Online Presence is Comprehensive

It has become easy to follow all the happenings across the Huntington School District from wherever you happen to be at any given time. You could be halfway around the world or right across the street. It doesn’t matter. You have access to the same up-to-date information.

Alexa Rind Participating in Washington, DC Conference

Alexa Rind is in Washington, DC this week for the Schusterman Advocacy Institute High School Summit. The Huntington High School junior is among 400 students from across the country chosen to participate in the gathering, which seeks to educate those involved on US-Israel relations and help them become more politically involved, including citizen lobbying of Congress.

H-ton Girls’ Tennis Claims Post-Season Honors

The Huntington girls’ tennis team squared off against many of Suffolk’s best team and proved to be a worthy adversary, advancing to the county playoffs and compiling a winning record of 8-7.

Finley Football Posts Undefeated Season

The J. Taylor Finley Middle School football team overwhelmed every opponent to post a perfect 6-0 record this fall.

Senior Patrick Langton is Always Ready for a Challenge

Patrick Langton goes about his business without a lot of showmanship. The Huntington High School senior is a hardworking young man who regularly challenges himself. He gets along well with his classmates and teammates and takes pride in everything he does.

Huntington School Briefs

The J. Taylor Finley Middle School’s “blue zone” has a new face this year. The school store has been relocated to elsewhere in the building and the four foot tall winding cement block wall that ran down the center of the space has been dismantled. A large “L” shaped high desk has also been removed.

Huntington Sophomore Ashley Genao Electrifies Crowd

Sophomore Ashley Genao electrified the Blue Devil Stadium crowd at last Saturday’s football game with a powerful performance of the “Star Spangled Banner” before Huntington’s game against undefeated county champion Lindenhurst.

Blue Devil Football in Playoffs at North Babylon

Seeded sixth in the Suffolk Division II playoff bracket, the Huntington football team will play at No. 3 North Babylon on Saturday at 1 p.m.

Huntington’s Irrepressible Senior Zubair Ali

The infectious smile and laugh, the upbeat and good natured personality, the sharp intellect and quick wit; Zubair Ali is well-known for all of that. But the Huntington High School senior is also a really great student, musician and vocalist and that just scratches the surface of this talented young man.

H-ton Research Team Studies EMF Effects on Moss Growth

John Segreti and Andrew McKenzie are two of the hardest working students at Huntington High School. The duo is ingenious, too. The pair has joined together to form an unbeatable science research team.

Washington’s Harvest Fest a Fun Day for All

Threatening skies did little to dim the excitement and fun at Washington Primary School’s Harvest Festival. There were indoor and outdoor games, a large pumpkin patch and hayride around the school grounds, a “spider web,” music and a visit by Krantz Motorsports, which put a variety of racing cars on display.

Blue Devil JV Field Hockey Builds for Future

The Huntington High School junior varsity field hockey team was competitive throughout the fall season. The Blue Devils won some and lost some, but even when they fell short, it was typically by a single goal. They probably had more games decided by one goal than just about any other team in the county.

Blue Devil Band Captures Fifth Place at State Championships

Huntington High School’s Blue Devil marching band wrapped up its competitive season with a fifth place finish in the New York State Field Band Conference championships in Syracuse last week.

HHS Open House on Wednesday, November 6

Interested in learning more about the academic and co-curricular programs at Huntington High School? An open house is scheduled for Wednesday, November 6 at 11 a.m.

PTA Funday Monday Set for November 4 at Christopher’s

The Huntington High School PTSA and the J. Taylor Finley Middle School PTA are banding together to sponsor what the two organizations are billing as “Funday Monday.”

Huntington Boys’ Soccer Knocked from Suffolk Playoffs

No one wanted it to end this way. Ranked eighth in the state, the Huntington boys’ soccer team was nipped in overtime by East Islip on a rainy afternoon at Blue Devil Stadium, 3-2. The loss knocked Huntington from the Suffolk Class AA playoffs and ended the team’s season.

Jaylen Bush Shines in a Class with Vibrant Personalities

In a senior class filled with vibrant personalities, Huntington High School’s Jaylen Bush has a degree of magnetism that few can match. He draws people to him with his bright smile and laugh. His friends know he cares about them and always has their back.

Student Directors Hard at Work on Fall Production

There are many disparate parts that come together to make every Huntington High School drama club production a success. The show’s student directors are one such ingredient and this year’s fall play has two great ones in junior Gabriel Moskovitch and senior Maggie Imperato.

Huntington Football Seniors Take a Bow

The Huntington varsity football team is in the midst of a great season. The Blue Devils have compiled a 5-2 record to date with a game against No. 1 Lindenhurst looming on Saturday. The squad hopes the playoffs will follow.

New Era Dawns for Huntington Boys’ Basketball

A new era has dawned for the Huntington High School boys’ basketball program with the appointment of varsity head coach Jordan Ioviero and assistant coach Todd Jamison. Blue Devil alum Patrick Reilly is returning for his third season as the junior varsity team’s head coach.

Blue Devil Soccer in Suffolk Playoffs on Tuesday

The Huntington boys’ soccer team won only its second outright league title in three decades this fall, but the Blue Devils still have plenty of other goals to accomplish beginning with Tuesday’s game at home against talented East Islip at 2 p.m.

Trustees Confirm Reserve Fund Balances & Allocations

Huntington School Board members have voted 7-0 to confirm allocations of surplus monies from the 2018/19 budget to the district’s reserve funds.

AWOD’s Mission Continues Unabated

Huntington High School’s AWOD club pursues its mission with unrelenting determination. While its membership changes from year to year as seniors graduate and incoming freshmen enter the fold, the work continues in an uninterrupted manner.

Flower Hill Second Graders Visit Conklin House

A recent visit to the 270 year old Conklin Farmhouse Museum in the village brought Flower Hill Primary School second graders into touch with the town’s colonial history and a way of life that once existed in the community.

VE Company Teams Deliver Elevator Pitches at LIU Post

Huntington High School’s three Virtual Enterprise course company teams enjoyed a memorable experience at the recent Long Island VE Entrepreneurship and Leadership Conference at LIU Post in Brookville.

External Audit Gives Huntington High Marks

The Huntington School District has received an excellent independent financial audit from Cullen & Danowski, LLP, certified public accountants based in Port Jefferson Station.

Blue Devil Tennis Rallies for Rachel Strong

The Huntington High School varsity and junior varsity tennis teams came together to participate in a fundraising event to benefit Rachel’s Dance for the Cure, an organization created in memory of Rachel Antorino, the daughter Huntington English teacher Aimee Antorino, a former Blue Devil tennis player and tennis coach.

Blue Devil Football Continues March to Playoffs

The Huntington football team continued its march to the Suffolk Division II playoffs with a 28-0 shutout of Deer Park last Friday night.

 Huntington Highlights Did you Know...Huntington High School's Class of 2018...
                                 86% are headed to College
                            
                                 92% earned Regents Diplomas
                            
                                 Graduates captured over $12 million in scholarships and grants

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A Tradition of Excellence since 1657

“Recognizing the strengths of our district’s traditions, its history of community support, the diversity of our population and our commitment to educational excellence, the mission of the Huntington Union Free School District is to educate students by effectively teaching an enriched body of knowledge through the active participation of all students, building upon their unique talents and abilities to produce creative, self-assured, responsible citizens who are capable of critical thought and action.”