A photo showing the entrance to Floyd Academy

Floyd Academy

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The Floyd Academy, launched in 2016, is an alternative education program to help students succeed in a non-traditional school setting and provide them with an innovative and enriching learning experience.  The creative and inspiring staff members will instruct the students through the use of multiple instructional models to meet their individual needs. Each student will have an individualized graduation plan and will be prepared for the demands of the 21st century and for post-high school success.

With the motto, “Everyone Succeeds,” the Floyd Academy serves approximately 80 students in grades 10 through 12. The goals of the Floyd Academy are to reduce the suspension rate, provide individualized support, and develop a safe and nurturing environment, foster positive and trusting relationships and further increase the overall graduation rate. The Floyd Academy is not punitive; students who have a desire to be successful and have faced challenges in their academic careers or lives may make a request to enroll; staff members may also make referrals. 

Participation in the Floyd Academy is a privilege, and, due to overwhelming interest and limited capacity, there is a list of students waiting for acceptance. The program was designed to help students succeed. The district and community have shown overwhelming support for this program, and we look forward to working with the students to achieve their goals.

A photo of the Floyd Academy Principal

Floyd Academy Principal John DeBenedetto

Floyd Academy
240 Mastic Beach Road
Mastic Beach, NY 11951
Grades 9 - 12 (9:39am - 4:05pm)

Floyd Academy Principal 
John DeBenedetto (631) 874-1795

Floyd Academy Office Numbers
Main Office - (631) 874-1795
Attendance - (631) 874-1795
Nurse East - (631) 874-1139

Guidance Counselor
Ashley Hauser (631) 874-1199

Social Worker
Gayle Lambert (631) 874-1600

DASA Coordinators
Gayle Lambert (631) 874-1600
John DeBenedetto (631) 874-1795


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Floyd Academy News

photo of WFLC faculty and staff at Thanksgiving feast

The William Floyd Learning Center and the Floyd Academy recently held their own Thanksgiving feasts to celebrate this season and spend time with their school communities!

photo of large group who volunteered at coat giveaway

The William Floyd United Teachers (WFUT) recently hosted the second annual 1,000 coat giveaway, an event designed to help provide a little extra warmth during the colder months. This event, demonstrating the heart and soul of the William Floyd community coming together for a great cause, donated 1,000 coats, Thanksgiving meals, winter hats, gloves, toys, books, ornaments and more!

photo of the Fine Arts Wall of Distinction with plaques and a table for 2024 honorees

The William Floyd Fine Arts & Music departments are seeking nominations for educators and/or alumni who have made vast contributions to the fine arts and who have left a lasting legacy to generations of William Floyd students. Nominations are due by December 16!