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Junior Anya Goleski Explores the Pressure Women Face

Anya Goleski is a creative visionary; a gifted artist and a really brilliant young woman. The Huntington High School junior is among a very select group of 84 Long Island teenagers to have their artwork chosen for display at the 30th annual Long Island’s Best exhibit at the Heckscher Museum of Art.

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Sophomore Brianna Jimenez Captures NHD Principal’s Award

Sophomore Brianna Jimenez has captured the Principal’s Award for her Individual Documentary category project in this year’s National History Day contest. “The Hidden Cowboys” tells the story of the largely forgotten Black cowboys and their key role in the taming of America’s Wild West.

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Jennifer Corcoran Named Blue Devil Girls’ Soccer Head Coach

The Huntington High School varsity girls’ soccer team will be heading into the 2026 season with a new head coach. Jennifer Corcoran was appointed in a unanimous vote by the Huntington School Board to lead the program.

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H-ton Teachers Explore History Through Virtual Reality

Camille Tedeschi, Peter Crugnale and Erik Bruckbauer are lifelong learners, friends and world travelers who are so full of curiosity that even on a day off these veteran social studies teachers were eager to learn by going on an adventure in New York City, where a new immersive virtual reality exhibit promised something extraordinary: the chance to step into history itself. The VR experiences included a visit to the Roman Colosseum and a journey on the Titanic.

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Senior Grace Gordon Eyes Lafayette College

February 24 2026

If Grace Gordon has ever had a bad day, no one is aware of it. She always seems to be happy, smiling and generous with compliments for her friends and teammates. The Huntington High School senior is one of the most popular members of the Class of 2026.

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Seven Huntington Artists at Long Island’s Best Exhibit

February 24 2026

Seven Huntington High School student-artists will have pieces on display at the Heckscher Museum of Art’s Long Island’s Best Young Artists exhibition this spring.

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Junior Sena Knopf Garners Topic of Merit Award

February 24 2026

Sena Knopf took her time choosing a topic to research for a National History Day project. The Huntington High School junior gave the matter the time it deserved before deciding to enter the Individual Website category and create a project titled “MTV: A Revolution in Music History.”

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Jefferson Kids Build & Create Structures for Special Day

February 24 2026

As Jefferson Primary School eagerly counted down to the 100th Day of School on the Friday before the mid-winter vacation, teachers Julie Dooher and Elaine Leon teamed up to create an engaging, hands-on learning experience for every student in the building.

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Pop Art Comes to Life in Huntington Photo Studio

February 23 2026

Pop Art sprang to life in the Huntington High School photo studio during a recent photography course assignment. Students turned everyday imagery into bold visual statements.

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Carmen DiBartolomeo Wins School Library Specialist Award

February 23 2026

Carmen DiBartolomeo has been named the Western Suffolk BOCES school library system’s Librarian of the Year Award recipient. The J. Taylor Finley Middle School faculty member garnered recommendation letters from school administrators, teacher colleagues and even current Finley students.

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Huntington Highlights: Jackie Apelsinov Serves Up Kindness at Flower Hill School

February 23 2026

Flower Hill Primary School cafeteria manager Jackie Apelsinov works hard to keep students in the building happy, serving fresh, tasty food daily with a smile on her face. She takes pride in the kitchen and menu and nothing makes her happier than watching children enjoying a good meal.

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Junior Nataly Posada Captures NHD Individual Website Category

February 23 2026

With recently released estimates from the Congressional Budget Office showing that the Social Security Trust Fund will run out of money to pay full benefits by fiscal year 2032, Huntington High School junior Nataly Posada’s award winning website seems especially timely.

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Huntington Sophomores Raising $100,000 to Battle Blood Cancer

February 13 2026

Ava Bencivenga and Violet Palacios are trying to raise $100,000 over a seven week period to benefit Blood Cancer United, an organization dedicated to battling leukemia and lymphoma. The two close friends are Huntington High School sophomores and members of a small group of teenagers participating in the Student Visionaries of the Year program.

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Building Bright Futures Through Career & College Readiness Assemblies

February 13 2026

Huntington UFSD continues fostering a college and career-ready mindset, starting at the earliest grade levels. This winter, school counselor Michelle Handschu has been leading engaging and age-appropriate career and college readiness assemblies at the district’s four primary schools, helping young learners begin thinking about their futures in exciting and empowering ways.

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Huntington Highlights: School Psychologist Chrissy Martino is a Dedicated Professional

February 13 2026

Washington Primary School psychologist Christina Martino is “worth her weight in gold,” as the saying goes. The veteran faculty member is an essential member of the building’s educational team and is both respected and valued by her colleagues.

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Universal Pre-Kindergarten Lottery Applications Now Available

February 13 2026

The lottery application period for the 2026/27 Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) program is now open. Designed to foster a “growing, learning, and playing together” environment, the UPK program serves as a critical bridge for the district’s youngest learners as they prepare for kindergarten.

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Huntington Celebrates National History Day

February 12 2026

This week’s National History Day contest showcased students spread across grades 6-12, who submitted exceptional projects in a variety of categories consistent with the 2026 national theme of “Revolution, Reaction, Reform in History.”

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It’s All in the Eyes for Studio in Art Students

February 12 2026

There are fascinating displays of creativity in every art room at Huntington High School. Studio in Art students working with teacher Jenna Merget are a perfect example of the inspiration moving the teenagers to do great things.

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Jefferson Kindergarteners Visit Vanderbilt Planetarium

February 12 2026

Jefferson Primary School kindergarten students recently enjoyed an exciting field trip to the Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium in Centerport. During the Let’s Look Up program, students explored the wonders of the sky, learning about clouds, storms, rainbows and the beautiful colors we see above us.

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Blue Devil Fencers Celebrate County Honors

February 12 2026

Huntington High School’s fencers enjoyed a great winter season. The rejuvenated team put the Blue Devils back on the proverbial map in the sport and set the stage for future success.

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Finley Students are On a Roll

February 11 2026

Keeping kids motivated and inspired, too. That’s what J. Taylor Finley Middle School’s On a Roll program seeks to do. Principal Traci Roethel knows it can make a difference in the lives of students and propel them to new heights.

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Woodhull Fifth Graders are Learners Who LEAD

February 11 2026

Woodhull Intermediate School fifth graders in the Learners Who LEAD program recently participated in service learning trips to primary schools in Huntington UFSD. It was an exciting, meaningful experience that empowered students to lead, teach and serve their school community.

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Trustees Adopt School Calendar for 2026-27

February 11 2026

The Huntington School Board has adopted a proposed district calendar for the 2026/27 school year. Trustees voted unanimously at their February 9 public meeting to approve the plan, which will have school begin on Tuesday, September 2 and finish on Friday, June 25, 2026.

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Huntington Boys’ Track Strikes Again

February 11 2026

The Huntington boys’ track and field team was a worthy competitor at the Section XI state qualifier at Suffolk-West in Brentwood on Monday night. The Blue Devils qualified their 4x400m relay for the state finals.

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Trustees Approve School Name Change

February 10 2026

Huntington School Board members voted unanimously to change the name of Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School to Jack Abrams Intermediate School, effective July 1.

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Jack Abrams Lego League Teams Reach LI Finals

February 10 2026

Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School fifth and sixth grade FIRST Lego League teams have both advanced to the Long Island championship rounds of the annual competition. It marks the third consecutive year that the sixth grade team has reached the finals and the first ever appearance by the fifth graders.

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Lauren Brunoni Named 2026 FourLeaf Best of LI Guidance Counselor

February 10 2026

Longtime Huntington UFSD school counselor Lauren Brunoni has been named the 2026 FourLeaf Best of Long Island Guidance Counselor. The award recognizes exceptional professionals who demonstrate dedication, impact, and outstanding service in their communities.

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Finley Mathcounts Vie Against Long Island’s Best

February 10 2026

J. Taylor Finley Middle School Mathcounts team is in the midst of matching wits against many of Long Island’s top young math students. Finley’s math wizards vied in the chapter’s annual competition last weekend and impressed everyone.

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Huntington Career Fair Connects Students with Real-World Opportunities

February 9 2026

Huntington High School hosted a highly successful Career Fair late last week, providing students in grades 9–12 with meaningful exposure to a wide range of career pathways. The event brought together more than 40 local businesses, organizations, and institutions, along with eight featured presenters who shared insights, experiences, and advice from their respective fields.

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STEM Teacher Jessica Martino Wins ASSET Bright Light Award

February 9 2026

Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School Innovation Lab teacher Jessica Martino is Huntington UFSD’s ASSET Bright Light Award recipient. The faculty member was honored during a ceremony at the Heritage Club in Bethpage.

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Huntington Softball Team Conducts Clothing Drive Fundraiser

February 9 2026

The Huntington High School softball team is in the midst of a clothing drive fundraiser. The Blue Devils are asking for the help of everyone to make the initiative a success.

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Blue Devils Have 10 All-League Wrestlers Headed to County Tournament

February 9 2026

The Blue Devils will be sending 10 wrestlers to the Section XI championships next weekend after each of them placed in the top four of their respective weight class at the League III tournament last Saturday in Louis D. Giani Gymnasium at Huntington.

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Talented Actors Ready to Enthrall Audiences at Shrek Jr.

February 6 2026

Dozens of talented actors are ready to enthrall crowds at four Woodhull Intermediate School and Jack Abrams STEM Magnet School drama club performances of “Shrek Jr.” this Friday-Sunday, February 6–8 on the Huntington High School stage.

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Learning Portraiture Through 35mm Film Photography

February 6 2026

In the Intro to Photography class at Huntington High School, students explored portraiture through a focused 35mm black-and-white film project. The project is built around intention, patience, and hands-on image making. Each student was assigned one roll of 36-exposure film and asked to photograph a single model of their choosing, encouraging depth over quantity and connection over quick capture.

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Blue Devil Wrestlers in League Tournament on Saturday

February 6 2026

The Huntington wrestling team will take to the mat in familiar surroundings on Saturday when the whistle blows at 9:30 a.m. for the first match of the Section XI League III tournament in Louis D. Giani Gymnasium.

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Bittersweet Thoughts at Blue Devil Boys’ Basketball Senior Day

February 6 2026

Bittersweet. It was a word heard over and over at the Huntington High School boys’ basketball team’s Senior Day ceremony in Louis D. Giani Gymnasium. The Blue Devils recognized five seniors who have meant so much to the program over the years.

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Huntington Class of 2026 Valedictorian and Salutatorian Announced

February 5 2026

Emma Polinsky has been named valedictorian of Huntington High School’s Class of 2026. Jaipreet Singh is this year’s salutatorian. The exceptional duo has enjoyed spectacular four year runs packed with academic and co-curricular success.

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Sensory Learning Centers at Washington School

February 5 2026

Washington Primary School teacher Alyssa Mastrantonio’s kindergarten/first grade students are on a roll. Through sensory learning centers, students building and developing their skills.

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Unforgettable Cultural Event at HHS on March 4

February 5 2026

Huntington High School is finalizing plans to host a Celebration of Culture on March 4 from 6:30-8:00 p.m. in Louis D. Giani Gymnasium. It is being designed “to celebrate the diverse community through food and performance.”

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Blue Devil Girls’ Prep for State Track Qualifier

February 5 2026

Huntington’s Jesley Martinez Canales came out swinging at the Section XI Large School Indoor Girls’ Track & Field Championships at Suffolk-West in Brentwood. The teenager captured second place in shot put with a personal best throw of 32-02 feet, making it clear she’s ready to compete on the state stage.

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Blue Market & Blutique Sponsor Appreciation Celebration

February 4 2026

The Huntington High School community recently revealed the newly renovated Blue Market and Blutique space and celebrated the donors and sponsors backing the initiative. Many school officials participated in the festivities.

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Career Fair at Huntington High School on Thursday

February 4 2026

Are you ready to explore career possibilities? Huntington High School will host a Career Fair for students on Thursday from 11:22 a.m. to 1:35 p.m. A promotional flyer for the event exclaims: “Explore. Learn. Dream. Achieve.”

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H-ton Observes National School Counseling Week

February 4 2026

Huntington UFSD is among school districts across the country celebrating National School Counseling Week 2026. Sponsored by the American School Counselor Association, this year’s theme, “School Counselors Amplify Student Success,” highlights how school counselors elevate outcomes for all students through advocacy, guidance, and collaboration.

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Huntington Teacher Publishes 15th Article for SchoolArts Magazine

February 4 2026

Kasmira Mohanty is well-known throughout the art community for her talents as a teacher and artist. The Huntington High School digital art teacher recently published her 15th article for Davis Publishing’s SchoolArts Magazine. The story is titled “Design and Stitch.”

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