NEWS
Marching For Excellence
Andrew Pavlovic, Newspaper Treasurer
During the hot days of June, the Floral Park Memorial High School Marching Band was already preparing for the upcoming competition season. Hard work pays off which is why...
September 17, 2017
Top of the Class of 2017
Valedictorian Luke deArmas and Salutatorian Aideen Gill are fine examples of well-rounded student-athletes at FPM
June 20, 2017
How Stressful Is Junior Year?
Owen Conway, Editor-in-Chief
Student survey sheds light on how juniors feels about their recent school experience
June 15, 2017
Donating For A Great Cause
Social studies teachers invite Vietnam veterans to Floral Park Memorial
June 9, 2017
Seniors Say Goodbye To Model UN
Sophia Ramcharitar, Senior Staff Writer
Floral Park students take part in annual district-wide global issues forum
April 17, 2017
Why Conflict In The South China Sea Matters
Andrew Pavlovic, School Newspaper Treasurer
A student reflects on the controversy in this geographic region
March 7, 2017
Another MUN-Derful Event for Mrs. Francis’ Club
Sophia Ramcharitar, Senior Staff Writer
Students win multiple awards and gain valuable experience at conference in Boston
February 17, 2017
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SPORTS
Bouncing Back Into Gear
Natalie Asitimbay, Staff Writer
The past two boys' soccer seasons at Floral Park Memorial have been filled with many highlights, including the school's first Nassau County championship in history. So the...
September 17, 2017
Senior Baseball Player Shines
Visual Mirchandani, Senior Staff Writer
Chris Stefl excels on his way to St. John's University
June 15, 2017
Double Trouble For Opposing Volleyball Coaches
Brandt twins accomplish goal of leaving Floral Park with a county championship
May 10, 2017
Girls’ Basketball Team Enjoys Another Playoff Season
Victoria Craig, Staff Writer
But the team falls short of its high expectations after state-final run last year
April 17, 2017
Hooping It Up
Luke de Armas, Editor-in-Chief
Floral Park Memorial's boys' varsity basketball team contends for title during wide-open season
February 5, 2017
Kicking It Into High Gear
Great season for Floral Park Memorial's Florettes
February 5, 2017
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PHOTOS
Photo Gallery: FPM Transforms into Five World Cities
September 27, 2015
Photo Gallery: Homecoming Halftime Better than NFL SuperBowl!
September 26, 2015
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HUMANS OF FLORAL PARK
Player of the Year: Mitch Calandra
Five years ago, Mitch Calandra was an impressive eighth grader on the varsity baseball team. On Saturday, June 27, he will graduate from Floral Park Memorial as one of...
June 24, 2015
Ms. Hayden Wins Favorite Teacher
Erin Lauria, President of the Class of 2015
I have had the pleasure of getting to know Ms. Hayden on a more personal level over the years and I can easily say I have never met a teacher who is more passionate about...
June 21, 2015
Mrs. Faggioni: A Teacher For Some But A Model For All
Mahesh Tiwari, Staff Writer
With her aptitude for teaching and passion for service, Mrs. Carolyn Faggioni embodies qualities every educator should possess. A force of positivity, she leaves an indelible...
March 11, 2015
Welcome Back Mr. Kenny
Erica Coleman, Staff Writer
In his first year as Floral Park Memorial’s assistant principal, Mr. Kenny may appear to be a new face to the students, but he certainly is not new to the district, or even...
October 15, 2014
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FEATURES
Top of the Class of 2017
Valedictorian Luke deArmas and Salutatorian Aideen Gill are fine examples of well-rounded student-athletes at FPM
June 20, 2017
Going Back In Time To Teach
Natalie Asitimbay, Staff Writer
Students return to elementary school to teach valuable economics lesson to kindergarteners
June 15, 2017
How Stressful Is Junior Year?
Owen Conway, Editor-in-Chief
Student survey sheds light on how juniors feels about their recent school experience
June 15, 2017
Double Trouble For Opposing Volleyball Coaches
Brandt twins accomplish goal of leaving Floral Park with a county championship
May 10, 2017
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JUNIOR HIGH
Do Kids Read Enough?
Jennifer Venus, Staff Writer
Student discusses the struggle to encourage young people to read
April 15, 2017
Survival Reading
Jennifer Venus, Staff Writer
Nine years later, the series is still a hit with teenagers
April 15, 2017
Evaluating The New iPad Initiative
Andrew Pavlovic, Staff Writer and Newspaper Treasurer
The 7th graders have now had the new iPads for about three months. It is an exciting time to be a student in the Sewanhaka District. The benefits include less bulk and smaller...
December 12, 2016
Leadership University Comes to FPM
Andrew Pavlovic, Staff Writer and Newspaper Treasurer
Floral Park graduates give their time to help develop future leaders
December 5, 2016
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