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Keep science research in the schools
In one early visit to the U.S., Albert Einstein, perhaps the greatest scientist in history, was subjected to a very public pop quiz devised by none other than American inventor Thomas Edison, according to author Walter Isaacson in “Einstein: His Life and Universe.” more
Our children don’t deserve to be sold out
Last week, the biggest loser wasn’t Massachusetts Senate candidate Martha Coakley or the Democratic Party or President Obama. The biggest losers were New York schoolchildren, who were sold out by the state Legislature in favor of the tremendously powerful teachers unions. more
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Collected words of wisdom for the New Year
As we batted around ideas for this week’s editorial, we agreed that a new take on an old idea — New Year’s resolutions — was in order. Rather than offer our own ideas, we decided, we’d ask the experts. more
Physical Education teacher Britt Klein, center, and seniors Samantha Saad and Jacquelyn Mancini with their display on an outdoor education program.
Celebrating their accomplishments
Last week, the Valley Stream Central High School District celebrated the accomplishments and achievements of its students by showcasing their talents to administrators, parents and community members during American Education Week. more
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Superintendent Dr. Elizabeth Lison read from “Mrs. Spitzer’s Garden” to begin the Nov. 14 educational planning meeting. School board trustee Joan Gartner listens in.
District 13 pushes technology
District 13 will look to use technology even more in the future, school officials said during the annual educational planning meeting on Nov. 14. more
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Brooklyn Avenue School students say thanks to the District 24 Board of Education.
Students honor board with gifts
In recognition of Board of Education Appreciation Week, students from the three elementary schools in District 24 gathered at the Oct. 21 board meeting to thank the board for all it has done for them. more
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The District 30 Board of Education with their gifts. From left are President Ken Cummings, Vice President Elise Antonelli, and trusteess Maria Fletcher, Carolyn Pean and Cristobal Stewart.
A special thank you for board members
The District 30 community honored five people on Monday night who give countless hours to the schools. To mark Board of Education Recognition Week, the PTA recognized the top district’s top decision-makers. more
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Fourth-grade teacher Shannon Quinn read a character education-themed book to a second-grade class at the Robert W. Carbonaro School on Monday morning as part of the mystery teacher swap.
Day of good character honors the late Pirrone
Former District 24 Assistant Superintendent Diana Pirrone has been described by many as a woman of character. more
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Paul DePace, left, accepts a plaque from Central High School District Board of Education President Larry Trogel for his nine years of service to the board.
Wraith joins high school board
After nine years of serving on the Central High School District school board, Paul DePace stepped down from his post as trustee this year and was replaced by Ian Wraith to represent District 24 more
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