New York State released the results of its 2012 standardized tests last week. Many of Oceanside’s scores stayed nearly the same or increased, while there were large fluctuations in how Island Park students fared on the tests.
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By Alex Costello
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7/25/12
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Though they will attend either West Hempstead or Long Beach high schools, the Island Park school district wanted its children to know that it will always be their home district.
The district held …
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6/28/12
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The Island Park School District held its second annual Scholarship Fundraiser last weekend.
Residents came out on June 9 for an afternoon of fun that benefitted a good cause. There was face …
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6/13/12
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One of the most difficult tasks the Herald’s editorial board faces is endorsing a candidate when there are two who are qualified. Island Park’s Board of Education race this year presents us with …
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5/9/12
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With longtime Board of Education member Steven Foster stepping down at the end of his term, Island Park has a vacant seat up for vote on May 15. Two residents, Tara Byrne and Matthew Paccione, are …
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By Alex Costello
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5/2/12
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The Island Park School District plans to cut $550,560 from its 2012-13 budget in order to remain within the state cap on its tax levy, Island Park Superintendent Dr. Rosmarie Bovino announced at a …
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Aaron Axelson
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4/4/12
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The Island Park School District adopted its proposed 2011-12 budget at the Board of Education meeting on May 2, and, on May 17, residents will vote on it at the Lincoln Orens Middle School.
A …
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Tom Steinert
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5/11/11
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Island Park Schools Superintendent Dr. Rosmarie Bovino began the district’s public budget process on April 11, outlining in a letter to school parents and residents the new costs facing the …
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Alex Costello
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4/20/11
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The Long Island Power Authority plans to challenge the tax assessment of the Barrett Power Plant in Island Park in the hope of reducing the taxes it pays, which could lead to dire financial …
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Alex Costello
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11/18/10
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For the 18th year, the Island Park School Board recognized the outstanding work of faculty and staff during the 2010 SOAR Awards, presented by Superintendent Rosemarie Bovino during the Sept. 27 …
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TOM STEINERT
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10/13/10
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