What if…? History Reimagined

WHAT IF…? HISTORY REIMAGINED – Christmas Facts

William Kelleher, Junior High Staff Writer • December 15, 2021

1776: The US Army Crosses The Delaware River During the Revolutionary War Desperate to strike a decisive victory, on Christmas Day General George Washington led 2,400 troops on a daring nighttime crossing...

Welcome to “WHAT IF…? History Reimagined!” – A new column by William Kelleher

William Kelleher, Junior High Columnist • October 8, 2021

Welcome to My New Column! Hello everyone my name is William Kelleher. Now if you’re thinking, “Hey! Where have I heard that name before?” That is because I penned the articles “Hybrid Learning:...

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Dios de los Muertes

Matthew De Torrontegui, Journalist • December 20, 2024

DIA DE LOS MUERTOS Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is a Mexican holiday celebrated to honor deceased loved ones through a vibrant fiesta. Dia de los Muertos...

The Importance of Acceptance: Coming Out Day

Matthew De Torrontegui, Journalist • December 20, 2024

Coming Out Day: Coming Out Day at FPM was held on October 10th. Coming Out Day is a day to support and acknowledge the difficulties members of the LGBTQ+ community face with...

FPM State Champions

Carolina Ochoa, Student Activities Director • December 20, 2024

The Floral Park Knights Boys Soccer team etched their names into the history books by capturing the Class A State Championship title for the first time in school history. The...

Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day

Irin Zaman, Journalist • December 20, 2024

November is a very important month at Floral Park Memorial High School because it is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. This month is dedicated to raising awareness about...

FPM Cheer and Florettes Give Back

Leanne Richardson, Journalist • December 20, 2024

The Floral Park Memorial LEOs Club, Varsity Cheerleading Team, and Florettes Kick line Team came together as one to make a difference for those less fortunate. For over a...