Avi Ni’s Valedictorian Message
Avi Ni, Valedictorian
June 5, 2019
Filed under Student Life
It is truly a pleasure to be in the FDR community! I have made countless, unforgettable memories with my friends here and received valuable lessons from my teachers. Throughout my years in FDR, I transformed from an ugly duckling to a majestic swan. I am very proud and honored to be the Valedictorian...
Muhammad Ahsan- FDR’s Salutatorian
June 5, 2019
Filed under Student Life
My journey is a familiar one, for many of you. It began here, at FDR about three years ago. I walked in really nervous. I couldn’t speak the language and had no sense of direction. Despite all the barriers and differences, I felt welcomed at FDR. Everyone, from the staff to the students, was so kind,...
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Elena Grubova, Reporter
June 5, 2019
Filed under Student Life
Ladies and Gents, please welcome our brand new mural wall at FDR High School! The ACE's students, here at FDR, designed a wall mural for our beautiful FDR campus. This great opportunity was made possible by the efforts of Ms. Nicole Stuart and Ms. Amanda Nudelman, who received a grant to partner with...
Matthew Grubin- Male Underclassman of the Year!
June 5, 2019
Filed under Student Life
Congratulations to Matthew Grubin for being named the Male Underclassman of the Year. Matthew loves attending FDR, and he considers the school his happy place. He really enjoys working with the staff and students here in Cougar Country! Matthew's favorite subjects are History, Science, and Math. ...
Barakat Jooda- Female Underclassman of the Year!
June 5, 2019
Filed under Student Life
A big Cougar Family congratulations to Barakat Jooda, for being named the Female Underclassman of the year! Barakat really likes FDR. She thinks the teachers are really nice and caring. In addition, there are so many opportunities for students here at FDR. Barakat's favorite subjects are Mathematics,...
Water for Life
June 5, 2019
Filed under Student Life
FDR is taking a stand and trying to change our world for the better. In the morning, and throughout the school, FDR will be taking donations for Water for Life. Water For Life's mission is to help communities in need develop safe and sustainable water sources. By combining formal instruction with hands-on...
Biru Li -Math Star
Mohinur Shodieva, Reporter
March 27, 2019
Filed under Student Life
Biru Li is FDR's Math Star! Biru believes there are many great opportunities at Franklin D. Roosevelt High School. FDR is a marvelous school, that has excellent teachers. Biru Li likes to attend FDR everyday, because her teachers at FDR show their pride by caring for Biru. Biru was nominated by Ms. Acciarito...
Yuliya Gumenyuk – FDR’s Science Star
Mohinur Shodieva, Reporter
March 27, 2019
Filed under Student Life
Franklin D. Roosevelt has its very own Science legend, Yuliya Gumenyuk. Yuliya likes FDR HS for its welcoming environment which provides equal opportunities for its students. She has been inspired by her teachers, including her dependable friends, over the last 3 school years. Yuliya was recommend for...
In The Heights!
March 27, 2019
Filed under Student Life
The FDR Theatre Company presents: IN THE HEIGHTS! Come join us in el barrio de Washington Heights! The story explores three days in the characters’ lives in the New York City Latino neighborhood of Washington Heights. Through different styles of music such as hip-hop, salsa, merengue and soul,...
Security at FDR High School
Tahiya Naoshin, Reporter
March 27, 2019
Filed under Student Life
Last year was a hard time for many students nation wide. The mass shooting at Parkland, in Florida, awakened American students to issues of gun laws and mental health. The New Dealer was lucky to sit down with Mr. Manning to discuss security issues at FDR High School. Mr. Manning, the AP of Secur...