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Former United StAtes Ambassador for International Religious Freedom Suzan Johnson Cook.
National Council of Jewish Women hosts Black History Month event
The National Council of Jewish Women-Peninsula Section is hosting a virtual Black History Month event that will discuss the connections between the Black and Jewish communities. The NCJW “Ties That Bind the Black and Jewish Communities” forum will be on Feb. 23 at noon. more
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Rockin’ into a lively February
As the dream of a maskless world continues to haunt my head, let’s appreciate all of the good that has come from the start of this year. Yes, of course, bad things are still occurring and as … more
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Recalling injustice during Black History Month
During February, Black History Month, we celebrate the great African-American political and civil rights leaders, scientists, artists, poets, movie stars and athletes. But we must also pause to recall America's dark past . . . more
Hewlett-Woodmere School District students from left, Harley Honig, Sydney Honig, Madeline Heyman and Michael Heyman were recognized by State Sen. Todd Kaminsky for their success in the state and national History Fair competitions.
Hewlett-Woodmere students succeed at state, national level history fairs
The annual National History Fair competition for students in grades six and above compete through to nationals in Washington D.C. Students choose a topic that goes with the year’s theme, and … more
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Was Teddy Roosevelt a racist? You decide.
I grew up on Long Island, and like so many local kids, I made the pilgrimage to Sagamore Hill, Theodore Roosevelt’s stately Cove Neck mansion, full of Americana and animal heads and skins. more
Hewlett High School sophmores Kira Grossman, left, and Julia Klayman, right, research work on the the Women's Suffrage movement was acknowledged by the New York History Fair.
Hewlett-Woodmere students recognized for history research work
Hewlett High School and Woodmere Middle School students are being recognized for their work in historical research. Junior students Julia Klayman and Kira Grossman placed second in the New York … more
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Hewlett-Woodmere School District Superintendent Dr. Ralph Marino. Jr.
Hewlett-Woodmere Superintendent Dr. Ralph Marino letter to the community
Dear Hewlett-Woodmere Public Schools Community, I hope this letter finds all of you safe, well, and adjusting to this unprecedented time in our nation.  I know that the extended closure of schools has not been easy, but our students, staff, parents, and community members continue to do incredible work during these times of adversity. I have never been prouder to be a member of this extraordinary community! more
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The Total Praise Dance Ministry from St. John’s Baptist Church of Inwood performed a celebration dance titled “Karamu” at the “Morning of Music Concert” at the Five Towns Community Center on Feb. 21.
Black History Month celebrated at the Five Towns Community Center
Black History Month was celebrated through music, poetry and dance at the Five Towns Community Center in Lawrence. more
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When it comes to diversity, we could do better
February, known nationally as Black History Month, is an appropriate time to work toward closing the opportunity gap for people of color. more
Let’s continue to pursue Dr. King’s dream
February marks another year of Black History Month, and it’s important for us to take note of how far America has come since black slaves were first brought to the country some 400 years ago. more
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