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100th Anniversary Parade

Zora Black and Sameeah Alie Singh • October 8, 2025

On September 20th, the South Floral Park Fire Department hosted a parade and celebration of their 100th anniversary. It was an eventful and fun filled day. The parade featured their district marching...

Travel Club Explores the UK: A Journey Through History and Culture

L. Bellinger, Advisor • April 25, 2025

This year, the Travel Club embarked on an enriching journey across the United Kingdom, exploring the vibrant cities of London, York, and Edinburgh. Led by English teacher Mr. Anthony D’Amico and World...

STEM Night

Adam DeJesus, Journalist • March 28, 2025

What a night FPM! On Thursday, FPM held their annual STEM Night event. All students were encouraged to put their thinking caps on, and in return receive treats, prizes, and possibly some extra credit....

Florette Tryouts

L. Ciaffone and L. Focazio • March 13, 2025

International Night

Gina Holohan, World Language Chairperson • March 11, 2025

The spirit of unity and diversity shone brightly at FPM during this year’s International "Knight", an event that brought together students, families, and community members for an unforgettable evening...

Floral Park’s Inaugural International Night

Adam DeJesus, Contributor • March 11, 2025

The evening started with a delicious introduction to variety of foods from many cultures from our dedicated volunteers who helped make this night even possible to begin with! The posters and decorations...

Seen at Spirit Day, Homecoming, and Pep Rally

September 28, 2021

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Gingerbread house? How about a gingerbread village?!?!

Sofia Pierno, Junior High Staff Writer • December 21, 2019

Junior High Staff Writer, Sofia Pierno writes about a recent visit to a Gingerbread Village.

FPM Showed Its Ugly Side…For A Good Cause

Demi Cascio, Co-Editor in Chief • December 19, 2019

Co-Editor in Chief Demi Cascio writes about FPM's annual Ugly Sweater Day.

Photo Gallery: FPM Transforms into Five World Cities

Thomas Kenna, Editor-in-Chief • September 27, 2015

Photo Gallery: Homecoming Halftime Better than NFL SuperBowl!

Thomas Kenna, Editor-in-Chief • September 26, 2015

Photo Gallery: Homecoming Parade Rallies Entire Community

Thomas Kenna, Editor-in-Chief • September 26, 2015

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Floral Park’s Own Students Run TV Studio: 4VS

Grace Dillon, Journalist • October 8, 2025

Have you ever seen yourself producing television, majoring in broadcast journalism, or learning how to work cameras and sound systems? If so, you may be interested in volunteering...

Varsity Football Roster

October 8, 2025

The Floral Park Knights vs the Valley Stream South Falcons.

Niko Cueva, Sports Journalist • October 8, 2025

The Floral Park Knights took to the field for the big Homecoming Day game on September 27th. The first half of the game had a slow start for both teams. The Knights player...

MKOS 2025 Season: Dead Men Tell No Tales

Grace Dillon, Journalist • October 8, 2025

It’s that time of year again—marching band season for the district's Marching Knights of Sewanhaka! Another year with new members, new costumes, a new theme, and another...

FPM Florettes and Carey Pirettes Unite

Sonia Chatterton, Contributor • October 8, 2025

Though we are at two different schools in the district, it’s always amazing to know that we can support one another in our achievements! The Florettes knew it would be an...