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February 2, 2012 Huntington Welcomes Visitors from China
Huntington High School is a proverbial melting pot with students that trace their roots to many different cultures and countries. So, it was entirely fitting that the school welcomed a delegation of ten Chinese students and their chaperone this week...full story>>
January 27, 2012 Grandfriends Senior, Senior Prom Planned for May 4
Senior citizens need to get their prom suits and dresses dusted off and pressed. It's time to get ready to party. The Huntington High School Interact-GrandFriends Club has announced it will host its annual senior, senior prom on Friday, May 4 from 4-6 p.m. in the school cafeteria...full story>>
January 24, 2012 GrandFriends on Fashion Catwalk at Atria Facility
The teenagers who are members of Huntington High School's GrandFriends club are sold on the notion that senior citizens are meant to be cherished, not ignored. These students work hard throughout the year to pull-off a set of events designed to show seasoned adults they are valued and still have a lot to offer the younger set...full story>>
January 11, 2012 HHS Assistant Principal Angelo Noce to Retire
Sooner or later everyone retires. That time has come for Angelo Noce. Huntington High School's assistant principal will turn the lights out in his office for the last time at the end of June following a career spanning nearly four decades...full story>>
January 9, 2012 Huntington's PSAT Participation Grows
An analysis covering the past four years shows that more Huntington High School students are taking the Preliminary SAT, commonly known as the PSAT...full story>>
January 6, 2012 Townwide Fund Thanks Key Club
The Townwide Fund of Huntington couldn't have done it without the Huntington High School Key club. The Thanksgiving Day run is a massive undertaking, but a group of special teenagers helped make for a smooth morning...full story>>
January 5, 2012 Past Copies of The Dispatch are Archived Online
It's far from complete, but an online archive has been established for electronic editions of The Dispatch, Huntington High School's student newspaper. Copies of the paper are currently available dating to December 2006...full story>>
January 3, 2012 Grandfriends Club is Tireless
Huntington High School's Grandfriends club is keeping busy. Ranging from extensive planning and fundraising for its ambitious slate of events to Halloween parties, food drives, Thanksgiving basket building and Christmas caroling at Atria Senior Living Center, the club's energetic members never stop for too long...full story>>
December 19, 2011 Attention Huntington High School Parents
Huntington School District officials have learned that there is a "bogus" SAT related e-mail arriving in some inboxes. Parents of a son or daughter taking the SAT exam should be aware of what appears to be a scam...full story>>
December 8, 2011 Huntingtonian Pre-Orders and Ads Being Accepted
Pre-orders are now being accepted for the 2012 edition of The Huntingtonian, Huntington High School's yearbook. Yearbook ads are also being accepted...full story>>
December 7, 2011 HHS Open Houses Termed Successful
A series of three 90-minute long open houses at Huntington High School for parents of students currently enrolled in kindergarten through eighth grade have been completed and officials termed the new initiative a success...full story>>
December 5, 2011 Huntington Youth Writes Kicks-Off
Most young people enjoy a good contest and the 13th annual Huntington Youth Writes is definitely that, and more. The competition is open to students across the town enrolled in grades 4-12. The Huntington School District is looking for its students to be strong contenders for contest awards...full story>>
December 1, 2011 Holly Blakley Wins National English Award
It's been said over and over and over again. America's high school students don't do enough writing. Holly Blakley isn't one of those teenagers. The Huntington High School senior is among an elite group of 37 New York State students to win an Achievement Award in Writing...full story>>
November 30, 2011 Huntington Relay for Life Plans Unfolding
There are plans afoot to hold a sprawling Relay for Life in Blue Devil Stadium next June 10-11. A group of Huntington High School students has been meeting with administrators and American Cancer Society officials to iron out details of what is expected to be an event that will attract upwards of 1,000 participants...full story>>
November 22, 2011 Huntington's National Honor Society Inducts Members
The Nathan Hale Chapter of the National Honor Society at Huntington High School saw its ranks swell when 73 new members were brought into the scholarly fold at the group's 58th annual induction ceremony last week...full story>>
November 9, 2011 Teacher Floor Hockey Battle this Thursday Night
Teachers and staff members from J. Taylor Finley Middle School will lock horns with their faculty counterparts from Huntington High School in the 4th annual floor hockey challenge this Thursday night, Nov.10 in Louis D. Giani gymnasium...full story>>
November 4, 2011 Huntington Teenagers Participate in Career Internships
Two months into the school year, Huntington High School's career internship program is humming right along. More than 30 seniors are participating in internships with teachers and community professionals...full story>>
November 4, 2011 Safe Halloween Draws Crowd at HHS
This year's Safe Halloween program for elementary school students drew a crowd at Huntington High School. It was a little surreal for some people to see youngsters in full costume walking down hallways and into classrooms and the cafeteria on their way to a variety of fun activities...full story>>
November 4, 2011 Open House Sessions Underway at Huntington High School
A series of open houses for the parents of K-8 students kicked-off this week at Huntington High School. Several dozen parents turned out for the one-hour visitation program, meeting with faculty members and students and learning more about the academic and co-curricular programs offered in the building...full story>>
November 3, 2011 Charles Beers Interviews His Hero
Charles Beers has probably been in and out of Book Revue many times but he will always remember one particular visit to the Huntington village store. That's because the Huntington High School freshman had an opportunity to interview former New York Yankees great Bernie Williams for Newsday's Kidsday...full story>>
November 3, 2011 Trustees Appoint Huntington High School Club Advisors
Huntington School Board members have put more than three dozen Huntington High School club advisors in place for the 2011/12 school year, including teachers Fred Bisogno and Anthony Troffa, who were reappointed as faculty advisors for the student government...full story>>
November 3, 2011 Huntington to Host Chinese Cultural Exchange
The Chinese are coming to Huntington High School. As many as 20 students from Tianjin High School No. 1 are expected to be in classrooms here for up to 14 days this winter...full story>>
November 2, 2011 Principal, Students Honored at Hispanic Heritage Celebration
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The Town of Huntington's annual Hispanic heritage celebration is a time to honor those who have distinguished themselves in the community, enjoy performances of song and dance and sample tasty ethnic foods...full story>>
October 31, 2011 Blue Devils Support Diabetes Research Walk
Sometimes teenagers get a bad rap. Taken as a whole, they can be among the most considerate, concerned and generous age groups. Just like anyone, teenagers can be passionate about issues near and dear to the hearts...full story>>
October 25, 2011 Huntington Students Aid Hurricane Ravaged Community
When Hurricane Irene devastated the quaint town of Wilmington, Vermont, Huntington High School art teacher Pamela Piffard was distraught. Her sister, Denise is a guidance counselor at Twin Valley High School in the area and the two discussed the stunning dimensions of the destruction, including businesses, homes and entire sections of the town wiped out...full story>>
October 24, 2011 A Homecoming Day to Remember
A crowd of more than 2,000 turned out on an afternoon filled with brilliant sunshine for Huntington High School's homecoming celebration last Saturday capping off an exciting week that included spirit days, a pep rally and parade through the heart of town, an upset victory by the football team and evening dance...full story>>
October 21, 2011 Homecoming Day at Huntington High School on Saturday
With clear skies in the forecast, this Saturday's Homecoming Day celebration at Huntington High School is expected to draw a crowd of more than 2,000...full story>>
October 20, 2011 HHS Sophomore Student-Parent Night Set
All Huntington High School sophomores and their parents are invited to a special night presentation on Tuesday, November 15 at 7 p.m. in the high school auditorium. 10th Grade Student & Parent Night will focus on academic planning and college preparation...full story>>
October 17, 2011 Huntington High School Plans Open House for K-8 Parents
There's a reason why the Washington Post ranked Huntington High School in the top three percent of all United States high schools last spring. Ask current students and alums of any age and they will almost uniformly tell you that it's a great place to study and the school's countless extra-curricular activities are hard to top...full story>>
October 17, 2011Huntington Junior Studies at Hofstra University
Delving into science is a like a day at the beach for Huntington High School junior Jacob Roday, who never seems to grow tired of investigating, researching, studying, experimenting and expanding his already formidable base of knowledge...full story>>
October 14, 2011 Safe Halloween is Fun for Kids and Worry Free for Parents
Huntington High School's Safe Halloween program offers all the usual fun associated with the day, but absent the worry for parents. The annual event is sponsored by the school's student government organization and the participating teenagers go out of their way to bring smiles to the faces of the youngsters. This year's program will be held on Monday, October 31 from 4–6 p.m...full story>>
October 13, 2011 It's Time for an Old-Fashioned Huntington Homecoming
A week sure to be filled with excitement will culminate next Friday and Saturday (Oct. 21-22) as Huntington High School celebrates its annual Homecoming festivities. The activities will include the traditional Friday night float building, Saturday parade, afternoon football game and evening student dance...full story>>
October 11, 2011 Huntington's 2012 Royal Court is Revealed
The votes are in and the ballots have been counted. Huntington High School's Class of 2012 Royal Court has been revealed and it has people talking...full story>>
October 5, 2011 Huntington Students Commended by National Merit
Three more Huntington High School students have earned honors in the 2012 National Merit scholarship program. Sarah Cerezo, Juliana Coraor and Laura Zenzerovich have been officially "commended," placing them among the top seniors out of more than 1.5 million participants in the nationwide academic competition...full story>>
September 27, 2011 Huntington High School PTSA Begins Activities
The Huntington High School Parent-Teacher-Student Association has launched its ambitious activities for the 2011/12 school year. The organization serves the school in a variety ways, from committee work to helping fund an annual scholarship program...full story>>
September 23, 2011 Poignant 9-11 Ceremony at Huntington High School
All around America, the 10th anniversary of the devastating September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks that killed nearly 3,000 innocent civilians was observed in solemn ceremonies. It's a day that will always be remembered at Huntington High School, which saw six alumni lose there lives at the World Trade Center complex...full story>>
September 22, 2011 Four HHS Seniors Named National Merit Semi-finalists
Four talented Huntington High School seniors have been named semi-finalists in the 57th annual National Merit scholarship program. The designation places the teenagers among an elite group of American high school students...full story>>
September 14, 2011Huntington Yearbook Staff Helps Hurricane Damaged Community
Hurricane Irene caused plenty of damage in the Huntington community, but nothing like the havoc it created in Wilmington, Vermont and the Mount Snow area. Huntington High School art teacher Pamela Piffard was stunned by the photos she viewed and is determined to help the victims...full story>>
September 13, 2011 Transition Program in its Sixth Year in Huntington
A specially crafted program to help J. Taylor Finley Middle School eighth grade students who have failed multiple classes successfully transition into Huntington High School is now in its sixth year. The initiative utilizes a structured small class environment to develop the academic skills needed to pass courses required for graduation...full story>>
September 13, 2011 Camille Tedeschi's Incredible Adventures
Camille Tedeschi loves to travel. She enjoys an adventure, too. The Huntington High School social studies teacher has a voracious appetite for visiting far away lands and learning about their unique histories up close and personal...full story>>
September 12, 2011 Extracurricular Club and Sports Create Memories at HHS
Some of the warmest and most meaningful memories for current Huntington High School students, as well as alumni of the school, are drawn from the after-school club and athletic program. Most students participate in one or more of the activities offered at the school and often cite such involvement as being a highlight of their scholastic experience...full story>>
September 9, 2011 Huntington Parents Invited to Meet the Teacher Nights
Parents of Huntington School District students are invited to attend Meet the Teacher Night in each of the district's seven buildings beginning Monday, Sept. 19. The evening programs are designed to provide parents with an opportunity to meet teachers and learn more about school policies, course curriculum, educational resources and teacher philosophies...full story>>
September 7, 2011 Mosaic Remembers Fallen Teacher
Robert Potter was a special man in the lives of his colleagues and students. When the Huntington High School art teacher passed away suddenly last fall it stunned and saddened the community...full story>>
August 28, 2011 The Place to Be
Believe it or not, the Huntington High School library is increasingly becoming the "place to be" in the building as 400 students typically file in and out of the spacious facility on any given school day...full story>>
August 28, 2011 Two Huntington Seniors among Long Island's Best
The new school year hasn't even started, but two Huntington High School students are already earning honors. The pair is among a small group of teenagers to be cited as Long Island's top scholar-artists...full story>>
August 22, 2011 Huntington's AP Scholar Ranks Inch Higher
The number of Huntington High School students honored for their performance on national Advanced Placement exams has inched higher as teenagers at the school continue to challenge themselves academically by enrolling in tough classes and in many cases mastering the material...full story>>
August 18, 2011 Parents Alerted to New Computerized Café System
A new computerized "point of sale" program is coming to the cafeterias at Huntington High School and J. Taylor Finley Middle School. The district sent a letter to parents last month explaining the new system and announcing a September 13 launch date...full story>>
August 1, 2011 Two Huntington Juniors Conducting Cancer Research
You have to give them credit. While many teenagers are lounging around for the summer, incoming Huntington High School juniors Megan Hansen and Josh Solomowitz are immersed in scientific research at two of America's leading cancer-fighting labs...full story>>
July 28, 2011 Huntington Duo are Partners for the Future
Andrew Ku and Holly Flores are serious students and two of the leading scholars in Huntington High School's Class of 2012. The duo's days, nights and weekends typically include hours of studying as they pursue their academic interests with energy and enthusiasm...full story>>