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Seaford Superintendent Adele Pecora at the start of her second year overseeing the district. She said that technology would be a critical component in enhancing learning across all grades.

Schools head Pecora exudes 'Seaford Pride'

Seaford Schools Superintendent Dr. Adele Pecora may be from Massapequa, but she projects Seaford Pride. A thoroughgoing professional with nearly 30 years of experience, she has only the highest praise for the district and the community and communicates a determination to do well by both. more

By Timothy Denton | 1/18/38

Wantagh resident Chris Fahey, a Baldwin teacher, illustrated a poster to say thank you to the essential workers on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.

Wantagh artist helps community to 'see the good people'

Wantagh resident Chris Fahey has found a way to thank those members of the workforce who are on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic every day. “There was nothing I could really do, … more

3/26/20

Baldwin teacher and Wantagh resident Chris Fahey illustrated a poster to say thank you to the essential workers on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic.

Baldwin teacher thanks essential workers with illustration

Baldwin teacher Chris Fahey found a way to thank those members of the workforce who are on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic every day. “There was nothing I could really do, being … more

By Bridget Downes | 3/25/20

Seaford resident and Adelphi senior Elise Weber’s last undergraduate semester has taken a confusing turn in recent weeks, as classes have been shifted online and her student teaching assignments have been canceled.

Adelphi senior unsure of her future because of coronavirus

Adelphi University senior Elise Weber, an art and design education major and a 2016 Seaford High School graduate, has lost her student teaching position, her access to her senior art studio space on … more

By J.D. Freda | 3/24/20

Town of Hempstead Supervisor Donald Clavin, left, and Councilman Anthony D’Esposito outline their request of Gov. Andrew Cuomo for a deferral of school taxes.

Clavin asks governor for 30-day moratorium on school tax payments

In the face of massive lay-offs and rising interest rates, Town of Hempstead Supervisor Donald Clavin on Thursday asked N.Y. Gov. Andrew Cuomo to issue an executive order deferring the second round … more

By Timothy Denton | 3/19/20

Free meals will be available for pickup from the Wantagh Elementary School cafeteria on weekdays from 8 to 10 a.m.

Wantagh District makes food readily available

The Wantagh Union Free School District (WUFSD) announced on March 19 that it would be providing free meals to “all students” throughout its closure. The district will be offering … more

By J.D. Freda | 3/19/20

Seaford families are eligible to pick up free "grab and go" meals at Seaford High Schools on weekdays until April 1.

Seaford schools support families with food

Seaford School District families will be entitled to free “grab and go” breakfast and lunch meals, according to a letter released on March 17 by Superintendent of Schools Dr. Adele … more

By J.D. Freda | 3/18/20

Nassau County Executive Laura Curran, right, and Commissioner of Health Dr. Lawrence Eisenstein addressed mental health concerns Wednesday morning at a news conference in Eisenhower Park.

Social services to county: We’re still open

Nassau County’s social services are open for business, despite the current challenges. That was County Executive Laura Curran’s message as she gave updates on the current COVID-19 … more

By Timothy Denton | 3/18/20

A Seaford School District employee tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday, March 18. The employee was reported to have been in both Seaford High School and Seaford Middle School this week.

Seaford employee tests positive, school district says

Seaford Superintendent Dr. Adele Pecora announced late Wednesday afternoon that a district employee, who had been in Seaford High School and Seaford Middle School last week, has tested positive … more

By J.D. Freda | 3/18/20

Gov. Andrew Cuomo ordered all schools closed statewide through April 1

School canceled statewide until April 1 because of coronavirus, by order of Governor Cuomo

School is out across the state through April 1, according to an executive order signed by Gov. Andrew Cuomo Monday night. At that time, state officials will consider whether to extend the … more

By Scott Brinton | 3/17/20

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