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The Baldwin school district observed Black History Month in February with students engaging in various activities such as classroom discussions, art exhibits, and showcasing their creativity in art.

An overview of Black History Month celebrations at Baldwin

Throughout the month of February, Baldwin school district took time to honor and celebrate Black History Month, showcasing a tapestry of events and activities that underscored the significant contributions and achievements of African Americans. more

3/8/24

Let’s be sure we don’t relive some of our history

Black History Month is a chance for us to celebrate the many contributions African-Americans have made to the country. They’ve done this despite discrimination and oppression — something even Long Island, in the past, was not immune to. more

3/1/24

Throughout February, student posters honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. are on display at the Baldwin District Office, located at 960 Hastings St. in Baldwin, in celebration of Black History Month.

Celebrating Black History Month in Baldwin

The Baldwin school district united its five elementary schools in a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. through the annual poster contest. more

By Hernesto Galdamez | 2/23/24

Eulyanah Bermingham, grade 11, with her painting demonstrating that despite the hardships that black people have gone through, they do not let that overshadow their beauty.

Students' artwork displayed at African American Museum for entire month

The Baldwin School District kicked off Black History Month by collaborating with the African American Museum of Nassau County last Wednesday. more

By Ben Fiebert | 2/9/24

Something’s going wrong in Florida

I can’t help writing about the state of Florida, because it seems more detached from America than any of the other 49 states. more

5/18/23

Time to give the Five Towns some respect

The Five Towns has always stood out as an affluent and well-respected region in southwestern Nassau County. But its political status has been overlooked. more

4/20/23

Baldwin express Black history through art

More than 50 Baldwin students had the opportunity to submit artwork for an exhibit dedicated to Black History Month at the African History Museum of Nassau County last February. The Baldwin School … more

By Andre Silva | 4/2/23

Valuing our women leaders doesn’t end in March

The increasing number of women in positions of leadership has been vital to changing our national narrative about what is fair and equitable. I have known great female leaders throughout my career . . . more

By Patrick M. Pizzo II | 3/30/23

Remembering Judy Heumann

My friend Judy Heumann died March 4 in Washington, D.C., where she lived. Her name might not mean too much to many of you. But to thousands, and I do mean thousands, of people who struggle every day with physical disabilities, her name is gold. more

By James Bernstein | 3/23/23

It’s a strange time to be a Jew, but when isn’t it?

I grew up in a non-religious family, but it was always important to my parents that we knew we were Jews, and my family followed certain traditional rituals. more

By Alan Singer | 12/15/22

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