We acknowledge that there are certain basic principles that shall guide the Board of Education in its actions and activities on behalf of our students and our community. The mission of the Farmingdale School District is to educate our students to become independent thinkers and problem solvers. It is our goal to empower each student to meet the challenges of tomorrow's emerging world. The District will provide a safe, nurturing environment in which individual and civic responsibility is fostered, diversity is respected, and all students are enabled to realize their full potential. To that end, we will:
ESTABLISH FARMINGDALE AS A HIGH ACHIEVING SCHOOL DISTRICT AS EVIDENCED BY HIGH LEVELS OF STUDENT PERFORMANCE IN ALL AREAS INCLUDING NEW YORK STATE ASSESSMENTS AND REGENTS EXAMS
February 08, 2012
Today is Wednesday. It is a "B" day.
“Roses are red, violets are blue, go buy a bracelet or a ring or two.” Valentine’s
Day bracelets and rings are on sale in both cafeterias during lunch periods
until next Friday.
Student Council Valentine's Day Bracelet and Ring Sale
February 6-17 in both cafeterias
Bracelets: $1.00 each
Rings: 2/$0.50
(While supplies last!!!)
Part of the proceeds will be given to the American Heart Association
There are very few yearbooks left, but they can still be ordered through the Howitt homepage. Name stamping and personal icons for the cover are no longer available.
The Newsday Future Corps Club is having a Valentine Flower Sale on Monday during all lunch periods. For only $2.00 you can purchase a flower and a card for someone special in your life. All money raised will be donated to Canine Companions for Independence.
6th grade students who missed Monday’s assembly regarding the music selection
for 7th grade, should see Ms. Mischke in room 417 as soon as possible.
The following will take place tomorrow after school:
• Homework TASK with Mr. Paxson in room 611
• 6th grade ELA TASK with Ms. DeStefano in room 713
• 8th grade ELA TASK with Ms. Gonsalves in room 213
• Scrabble Club with Ms. Conroy in room 705
• Wildlife Warriors Club in Room 710. Permission slips must be handed in
before tomorrow’s presentation.
The following will meet after school today:
• French TASK with Ms. Kretz in room 315
• Homework TASK with Mr. Paxson in room 611
• Independent Reading TASK with Ms. Conroy in room 705
• 6th grade Math TASK with Mr. August in room 707
• Integrated Algebra TASK in room 312 with Mr. Cronin
• Set Construction with Mr. Murdock
The following students' artwork was accepted into this year’s All County Art Show at Adelphi on March 18th. After this announcement, students should please see Ms. Vega in room 216 for a group photo.
Geneva Ammonds, Ashley Federico, Gabriella Cordi, Samantha Huebner,
Thomas Donovan, Ashley Burbano, Glorianne Quiban, Diana Wilson,
Robyn Borstelmann, Nicolena Spadalik, Dana Hartmann,
Yaxeni Enriquez-Sevilla, Mia Inzirillo, Madison Migliaccio, Ariela Deleon
Congratulations to everyone!
Keep informed of upcoming events regarding the Howitt Musical.
Reminder that Howitt's school store, The Lion’s Den, will be open for business during all lunch periods.Click here for Student Council Meeting dates.
Come join Student Council! 6th, 7th, and 8th graders are welcome. Help us brainstorm and organize events and fundraisers to assist those in need in the Farmingdale community.
Meeting dates are scheduled for every other Monday.
6th Grade Advisor: Ms. Ginexi
7th Grade Advisor: Mrs. Merlo
8th Grade Advisors: Ms. Passante
Please contact us with any questions. STUDENT COUNCIL OFFICERS
President: Ryan Fenn
Vice President: Chris Fenn
Secretary: Amber Harvey
Treasurer: Katherine Pich
7th Grade Representative: Emily Ruben
6th Grade Representatives: Anthony Marino
Gabriella Cordi
Thank you to all students that ran for office!!!
HOWITT HAPPENINGS
Mrs. Steffen's seventh grade students from Howitt Middle School were asked to "think outside their own box" and connect with the world around them. Mrs. Steffen asked students to create "artistic noise" as a social
awareness art project, not to exploit people's difficult situations,
but rather to bring attention to them. Students learned about being
proactive, by doing a good deed, without expecting anything in return. Art education has the opportunity to reach the essence of the soul and inspire moral character. Mrs. Steffen said that she was very moved because "these students have shown great examples of being humane human beings. The work is on display at the Farmingdale Public Library for the month of January.
THE FINE ART OF WINNING: OLYMPICS OF THE VISUAL ARTS Farmingdale brings home "7" awards!
FARMINGDALE'S DISTRICT WIDE ART SHOW: Showcasing some of Farmingdale's most talented young artists.
Congratulations to the cast and crew of Annie on three spectacular performances! You should all be proud of a job well done! Check out some highlights from the play. Click here for the video
The Howitt World Language Department is proud to announce the winners of the Long Island Language Teachers Poster Contest. Out of the 26 middle schools that participated, Howitt had 4 winners and 1 honorable mention.
1st Place - Abigail Grote
2nd Place - Larissa Sierra and Glorieanne Quiban
3rd Place - Nicolena Spadalik
Honorable Mention - Sara Catano-Gil
The following students received 2011 Nassau All-County Art Exhibition certificates: James Khamhaeng, Julia Maher, Glorieanne Quiban, Lily Pagan, Bryan Reyes & Kiera Guarnieri.
The following students received 2011 Nassau Music Educators Association Certificates: David Behavoric, Katie Bensen, Samuel Croes, Rebecca DeTurris, Thomas Donovan, Emily Felker, Michael Fernandez, Abigail Grote, Emily Handley, Brion Harris, Soo Ji Kang, Samantha Kramer, Ronald Levantini, Molly McCarthy, Kevin Mchugh, Sal Nunziata, Makenna Psinakis, Alyssa Stanislaus, John Vallone
The following students received 2011 Nassau All-County Art Exhibition certificates:
Kayla Balling-Mia Inzirillo-Dean Pagano-Stephanie Brudermann-James Khamhaeng-Glorieanne Quiban-Nicole Donovan- Julia Maher-Bryan Reyes-Nicolas Florio-Sara Mc Monagle-Veronica Sack-Kiera Guarnieri-Lily Pagan-Nicolena Spadalik
In the Olympics of the Visual Arts competition, Farmingdale entered nine teams. This 29th annual Saratoga competition sponsored by the New York State Art Teachers Association had its largest number of entries totaling 1000 students from approximately 40 schools across New York state including distant districts near Buffalo and Albany as well as nearby districts like Hicksville, East Meadow and Valley Stream. Farmingdale has once again excelled!
Middle School:
Game design category -Howitt won 3rd place.
Painting category -with its large triptych in the style of contemporary artist Dan Mumford Howitt won 3rd place.
High School level :
Game design Category - our team with its large floor game board won 2nd place.
Drawing category - our team with its large optical illusion won first place!
Sculpture category - our team with its figurative creation reminiscent of the Hindu god, Shiva, won 1st place.
Painting -our team with its re-creation of 20th century Keith Haring's Pop Shop won 1st place.
Illustration category- our team with it's intricate cut paper collage won most creative!
Our fashion and architecture students are also to be congratulated.
Kudos to all including our OVA coaches, Laura Steffen, Jessica Martinez, and Eunice Vega , whose passion has inspired our largest group of 56 art students to compete. Click here to view these works of art.Howitt World Language Poster Contest Every year Long Island Language Teachers sponsors a Language Poster contest. The poster contest was one of many activities language teachers implemented during the school year to make second language study a dynamic and relevant experience for students. Farmingdale was pleased to have 10 students chosent as poster contest winners. Each student received a certificate from the organization for their achievement. Congratulations to all the winners and their teachers.
On March 8th & 9th, Mrs. Kreuter's 8th grade Home & Career Skills classes welcomed more than 25 toddlers and preschoolers into the classroom for a play date. Together the students and the visitors prepared home made Play Doh to play with. The students had learned previously in their Child Development Unit that Play Doh was an excellent aide when developing gross and fine motor skills. The activity was age appropriate and encouraged students to work with the small children to make special creations. Fun was had by all and the Middle Schoolers had a wonderful learning experience while observing and playing with the little ones. The visitors were the younger siblings, family and friends of the students and the children of the faculty and staff at Howitt.
The Computer Lab will be open after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 2:45 to 3:30 p.m. in room 302 for students who need to do school work. Sign in as soon as you arrive.
Online typing test tutorials to help you learn the basic keystrokes. Practice and improve your keyboarding skills using Nimblefingers.com
Howitt Students Attend Live Taping of Good Morning America
On Friday, January 28, 2011, Howitt students supported Rock CAN Roll by attending the live taping of ABC's Good Morning America at the Times Square Studio. Students wore Rock CAN Roll t-shirts and held signs and posters supporting our efforts to help feed the hungry on Long Island. We also had the chance to meet George Stephanopoulos, Robin Roberts, Sam Champion, and Juju Chang. Check out the episode at ABC.com
The Howitt Middle School Future Corps Club, and co-advisors Patricia Iadanza-D'Amelio and Debra Cammarata, purchased a Campus donor Path brick for Canine Companions for Independence. Click on the picture to read all about it!
High School Musical Actress and United Nations Youth Champion,
Monique Coleman, visits Howitt Middle School. Click on the picture to read all about it!
VIDEOCONFERENCING AT HOWITT!
Mrs. Giebel’s and Mrs. Randazzo’s Computer Skills classes participated in a Cyber Bullying Video Conference delivered by the McMillen Center for Health Education. The students participated in various activities that were encouraged by the McMillen educator on the effects that their behavior had on others and how negative behavior can result in consequences. Many of the students were selected to field various questions and participate in asynchronous activities. The Eighth grade students did an outstanding job of representing FPS and we are very proud!
Mrs. Pietronegro's classes participated in an anti-bullying video conference. During the program, students learned about facts and myths relating to bullying, participated in a role play activity and analyzed mini video situations. Students participated and interacted with the presenters from the anti-bullying program. Overall, this program was a success!
To nominate someone for Farmingdale High School's Wall of Fame, click here.
Howitt Sports Today
7th & 8th grade boys’ volleyball at Wisdom Lane @ 4:30
7th & 8th grade boys’ volleyball at Wisdom Lane @ 4:30
