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Superintendent Dr. Lorna Lewis, left, read from the plaque presented to Board of Education President Phyllis Tinsley at her final meeting on June 8.

Retirees honored for years of service in Malverne schools

Two longtime teachers in the Malverne School District and a Board of Education trustee were honored at the board’s June 8 meeting for their years of service. Teachers Barbara Kimball and … more

By Nakeem Grant | 6/17/21

George Washington School social worker Liz Binstock visited classes on May 19 to introduce the Habits of Mind program to students.

A foundation of good habits in West Hempstead

George Washington School and West Hempstead Middle School have recently implemented the Habits of Mind program to students. The Habits of Mind nourishes students’ social-emotional learning and … more

6/3/21

The West Hempstead Middle School Comic Book and Graphic Novel Club recently held its first Read-A-Thon, with students reading 95 comics, two graphic novels and three additional books in one month.

Reading as a superpower in West Hempstead

The West Hempstead Middle School Comic Book and Graphic Novel Club recently held its first Read-A-Thon. In one month, students read 95 comics, two graphic novels and three additional books. English … more

5/20/21

Malverne School District budget has passed

Malverne School District budget Total: $61.9 million Passed by a vote of 481-189. Malverne school board Challenger Nicole Henderson was elected with 381 votes. She ran against incumbent … more

By Nakeem Grant | 5/19/21

Joseph Eaderoso, an eighth-grade algebra teacher at Howard T. Herber Middle School in Malverne, has adjusted to distanced learning with his students.

Malverne, West Hempstead educators adapt to new pandemic normal

From late March 2020 through the end of June, schools worked remotely because of the coronavirus pandemic. As a new school year began in September, schools combined in-person and distance learning … more

By Nakeem Grant | 5/13/21

This year’s budget vote and trustee election are taking place at Howard T. Herber Middle School, at 75 Ocean Ave., on May 18 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Meet Malverne’s Board of Education candidates

Four candidates are running for two open Board of Education seats in the Malverne School District’s May 18 election. The Herald sent brief questionnaires to the candidates, and their answers … more

By Nakeem Grant | 5/13/21

This year’s budget vote and trustee election are taking place at West Hempstead Middle School, at 450 Nassau Blvd., on May 11 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Meet West Hempstead’s Board of Education candidates

Three candidates are running for two open Board of Education seats in the West Hempstead School District’s May 11 election. The Herald sent brief questionnaires to the candidates, and their … more

By Nakeem Grant | 5/6/21

West Hempstead High School senior Godlee Sainvilus, second from right, was recently selected for the Long Island’s Best: Young Artists at The Heckscher Museum exhibit. She was joined by Dr. Nichelle Rivers, the district’s director of fine, performing & culinary arts, far left, art teacher Cassie Ross and Principal James DeTommaso.

West Hempstead teen recognized for stellar artwork

West Hempstead High School senior Godlee Sainvilus was recently selected for the Long Island’s Best: Young Artists at The Heckscher Museum exhibit. As the only juried exhibition on Long Island, … more

5/6/21

Downing School Students performed at of the celebration last Friday.

Downing School opens outdoor garden classroom in Malverne

A decade ago, former Maurice W. Downing Primary School Principal Margaret McDaid and former teacher Jim Cornwell created an outdoor garden at the school in … more

By Nakeem Grant | 4/29/21

Dozens gathered outside St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre last Sunday to protest the closures of three Catholic schools.

Parents rally amid impending Catholic school closures

The impending closures of three Catholic schools have sparked an outcry from a number of parents and parishioners. Due to declining enrollment and revenue, the Diocese of Rockville Centre will close … more

By Nakeem Grant | 4/22/21

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