FHHS TIMELINE

Highlights the key milestones in our journey from 1983 to today, showcasing how our alumni have shaped our legacy through leadership, community support, and memorable events. Scroll down to explore each year’s impact, complete with images and expandable stories. This chronological snapshot honors the history and ongoing connection between our alumni and school community.

1983

Alumni Association Founded
David Whitebook assembled alumni from classes spanning 1943–1983 to officially form the first school-based FHHS Alumni Association.

First All-Classes Homecoming

Conducted in October, featuring an auditorium ceremony, cafeteria dinner, and school tours for alumni from classes of 1943 through 1983.

1991

Wall of Fame Installed
The FHHS Alumni Wall of Fame was erected just outside the school library. This commemorated the school’s 50th anniversary and serves as a permanent tribute to distinguished alumni.

2004

Barbara Vellucci ’78 Appointed Assistant Principal of Organization
She served in this administration role through 2015, shaping school operations and event coordination.

2005

Transition in Leadership

Doris Munoz begins her tenure as Assistant Principal of ESL & Foreign Languages (serving through 2015).
John Christakos ’86 is appointed Assistant Principal of Science, a role he continues today.

2012

Natasha A. Henry‑Rodriguez ’12 Joins as Educator
After graduating in 2012, she returns as a teacher and later becomes the Alumni Association’s president.

2016

Hall of Fame Dinner Dance at El Caribe
Chaired by Valerie Hodgson ’73, this event honored new inductees into the FHHS Hall of Fame

2024

Latest Hall of Fame Induction
In a ceremony at El Caribe, new inductees included alumni such as Dr. Deeb Salem ’62, Bobby Daquara ’82, Edwin Batiz ’82, Stella Porto ’86, John Christakos ’86, Elliott Lamboy ’88, and State Senator Andrew Gounardes ’03

To Come

New Hall of Fame Wall Unveiling

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