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MAMS, Calhoun Flag Field of Honor Raises Money for Veterans’ Organizations

This year’s Flag Field of Honor at Merrick Avenue Middle School raised more than $10,000 in support of several charitable organizations.

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Mepham Seniors Install 11th Flag Field of Honor

The Mepham High School Class of 2026 recently completed the installation of its 11th Annual Flag Field of Honor, a school tradition that honors service and community spirit.

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VIDEO: MAMS Reset Day Fosters Leadership, Teamwork, and Kindness

Students from Calhoun High School visited Merrick Avenue Middle School on Oct. 24 for a day devoted to leadership, connection, and personal growth through a series of engaging and meaningful activities.

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Kennedy Safe Halloween Boasts Festive Family Fun

Kennedy High School welcomed elementary-age students and their families for its annual Safe Halloween celebration, a community favorite that brought festive fun, creativity, and school spirit to life in a secure setting.

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Family Project Club Hosts Annual Halloween Dance at MAMS

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Kennedy’s Makayla Bowman Named Semifinalist in Coca-Cola Scholars Program

Makayla Bowman, a Kennedy High School senior, has been named a semifinalist in the 2026 Coca-Cola Scholars Program.

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CHSD Comes Together for Unity Day

Schools throughout the Central High School District came together to celebrate Unity Day on Oct. 22, highlighting the district’s ongoing commitment to fostering kindness, inclusion, and a sense of belonging for all students.

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GAMS Art Club Visits Art Museum for Immersive Learning

Students from the Grand Avenue Middle School Art Club recently had the opportunity to take their classroom learning beyond the school walls during a special visit to the Hofstra University Museum of Art.

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Kennedy’s Brad Seidman Honored with 2025 Long Island High School Hero Award

Brad Seidman, a 22-year educator at Kennedy High School, was among the 26 educators recognized as a 2025 Long Island School Hero honoree.

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Calhoun Senior’s Artwork Selected for 2025 AP Art and Design Exhibit

Soraya Primavera, a senior at Calhoun High School recently had her artwork selected for the 2025 AP Art and Design Exhibit.

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High School Student Reps Present at Board Meeting

At the Oct. 8 Board of Education meeting, student representatives from the Central High School District’s high schools and programs proudly represented their schools.

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Calhoun’s On Tour Company Presents William Shakespeare’s As You Like It

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Report: CHSD Among Top in Nation, State

The Central High School District was ranked No. 67 in the nation, according to Niche.com's 2026 study of more than 10,000 school districts across the country.

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Bellmore-Merrick Hosts Section XIII Unity Summit

The Central High School District hosted the annual Unity Summit on Sept. 26, bringing together high school athletes and coaches from across Section VIII Athletics in Nassau County to promote sportsmanship, civility, and unity in educationally based athletics.

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Calhoun Homecoming: Tradition, Teamwork, and Celebration

Calhoun High School celebrated a vibrant and spirited Homecoming weekend, highlighted by a decisive 35–12 win over Roosevelt High School during the football game on Sept. 20.

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Mepham Celebrates Homecoming with Festivities and Football Victory

Mepham High School celebrated a spirited Homecoming weekend, culminating in a thrilling 24-21 victory over Levittown’s MacArthur High School on Sept. 20.

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Welcome to the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District.

We are located on the South Shore of Long Island, New York, serving 7th through 12th-grade students from Bellmore, North Bellmore, Merrick and North Merrick.

 

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Looking for information about Bellmore-Merrick schools? This website is your comprehensive resource! Find details on transportation, facilities, special education, food services, and much more. But most importantly, discover how we prioritize exceptional curriculum and instruction for every student. Our dedicated team is driven by a shared goal: providing the best possible educational experience.

Grand Ave School Building

Grand Avenue Middle School

2301 Grand Ave, Bellmore, NY 11710

JFK HS

John F. Kennedy High School

3000 South Bellmore Ave, Bellmore, NY 11710

SHCHS Building

Sanford H. Calhoun High School

1786 State St, Merrick, NY 11566

Merrick Ave MS

Merrick Avenue Middle School

1870 Merrick Ave, Merrick, NY 11566

MAP Building

Meadowbrook Alternative Program

1260 Meadowbrook Rd, Merrick, NY 11566

WCMHS

Wellington C. Mepham High School

2401 Camp Avenue, Bellmore, NY 11710