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Lesli Deninno Incumbent Age: 46 Family: Husband, four children Family: I have lived in Lynbrook for the past 18 years. My husband was raised here. We are proud Lynbrook Owls. I grew up in nearby, Baldwin. Number of Children in District: 4 Professional experience: Teacher for 25 years Other positions: Represents all New York state early childhood teachers on a state-wide committee; serves as a statewide political action coordinator for NYSUT; supervisor of the district’s summer program; member of the facilities and the audit committees; former PTA president

Field of five compete for three seats on Lynbrook Board of Education

Five candidates will vie for three open seats on the Lynbrook Board of Education in next Tuesday’s elections. Ahead of the election, the Herald asked the candidates about their goals and the issues facing the district. more

By Mike Smollins | 5/13/21

We must protect Long Island’s schools

There is a storm brewing, and your child’s school is in its cross hairs. It’s not a hurricane or a tornado. It’s a fiscal tsunami, and it’s going to devastate the education system on Long Island unless Albany steps up and acts. more

By Lisa Tyson | 10/22/20

The Lynbrook Board of Education hosted its reorganizational meeting in the high school’s gym, rather than the cafeteria, on July 7 to adhere to social distancing protocols.

Lynbrook Board of Education hosts reorganizational meeting

To adhere to social distancing measures, the Lynbrook Board of Education hosted its annual reorganization meeting on July 7 in the Lynbrook High School gymnasium, instead of the cafeteria. more

By Mike Smollins | 7/16/20

A push has been made to reform the Lynbrook School District curriculum to include teachings about racial issues

Push made to reform education on racism in Lynbrook schools

The pressure for schools to expand their curriculums on the subject of racial inequality, systemic bias and modern injustices continues to increase with the strengthening of the Black Lives Matter movement in the wake of George Floyd’s death. There is now a greater push than ever to widen kindergarten through 12th grade teachings in order to ensure that students learn about racism in modern times. more

By Julia Swerdin | 6/26/20

Voters approved the Lynbrook Public Schools' 2020-21 budget.

Voters approve Lynbrook Public Schools' $91.4M budget, elect Marcus, Palleschi to school board

Lynbrook voters approved the district's 2020-21 budget and elected incumbent Ellen Marcus and newcomer Patrick Palleschi to the Board of Education. The $91.4 million spending plan includes … more

By Mike Smollins | 6/17/20

The East Rockaway Board of Education is set to welcome Daniel DeMatteo and Joseph Kilgus as new members.

A Q&A with East Rockaway's newest Board of Ed. members

The East Rockaway Board of Education is set to welcome two new members as Daniel DeMatteo and Joseph Kilgus are running unopposed for board seats. more

By Mike Smollins | 6/11/20

Four candidates are vying for the Lynbrook school board.

Four vie for two Lynbook Board of Education seats

One incumbent and three challengers will vie for two seats on the Lynbrook Board of Education, while East Rockaway will welcome two new trustees after both incumbents decided not to run again. more

By Mike Smollins | 6/5/20

Longtime Lynbrook school board Trustee Alicemarie Bresnihan, 85, died on Monday.

Lynbrook Board of Education Trustee Alicemarie Bresnihan dies at 85

Lynbrook resident Alicemarie Bresnihan, who spent the better part of four decades serving on the Board of Education and advocating for Lynbrook students, has died, Lynbrook school officials announced … more

By Mike Smollins | 5/11/20

The Lynbrook Board of Education recently hosted a virtual meeting.

Lynbrook schools superintendent remains positive during coronavirus pandemic

The Lynbrook Board of Education recently hosted a virtual board meeting, where Superintendent Dr. Melissa Burak offered a positive message to the community. While explaining that everyone is … more

4/30/20

East Rockaway Board of Education President Keith Gamache said it was bittersweet to not seek re-election, but noted he was happy for everything he and his fellow trustees accomplished.

Outgoing East Rockaway Board of Education president proud of accomplishments

Outgoing East Rockaway Board of Education President Keith Gamache said that deciding not to run again for the board in May was a difficult decision, but it was the right one. more

By Mike Smollins | 3/5/20

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