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Bethlehem Central School District opens Universal Pre-K
36 Bethlehem Central School District students have won the lottery – that is the district’s lottery for its first year of free Universal Pre-Kindergarten. The post Bethlehem Central School District opens Universal Pre-K first appeared on Spotlight News.
Maria College Extends President Ortale’s Contract Through 2030
Maria College’s Board of Trustees has unanimously approved a contract extension for President Lynn Ortale, Ph.D., securing her leadership through 2030. Dr. Ortale, who became the College’s sixth president in July 2022, began her extended term on July 1. Outgoing Board Chair Mary Jo LaPosta noted that Dr....
2024-2025 Community Eligibility Provision Letter
Please see the letter below from the State Education Department to all Troy CSD families. This letter is also available as a pdf document here. THE STATE EDUCATION DEPARTMENT / THE UNIVERSITY OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK / ALBANY, NY 12234. Office of P-20 Education Policy. Child Nutrition Program...
Sayreville Student Graduates from the University at Albany
ALBANY, NY -- Leslie Ann Polanco of Sayreville, NJ has graduated from the University at Albany during the 180th commencement ceremonies. Polanco earned a Bachelor of Arts Magna Cum Laude in Criminal Justice. More than 4,650 students in the Class of 2024 were celebrated during UAlbany's 180th commencement festivities. Among the graduates were an estimated 2,934 undergraduates and 1,719 graduate students, including recipients who completed their degrees during summer 2023, fall 2023 as well as winter 2024. The graduates join the ranks of more than 200,000 UAlbany alumni worldwide.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET...
Florida High School Baseball Players Shine in 2024 MLB Draft Recap
Florida high school baseball took center stage at the 2024 MLB Draft, with prominent players from the Sunshine State making waves despite some opting for college over signing bonuses. Kellon Lindsey, SS, Hardee: 1st Round, 23rd overall, Los Angeles Dodgers. Blake Larson, LHP, IMG Academy: Competitive Balance Rd. B, Chicago...
New research provides evidence to support integration of hands-on projects in engineering education
A new study provides evidence supporting the integration of hands-on projects and interdisciplinary teamwork in engineering curricula, promoting deeper understanding and application of theoretical concepts, potentially influencing educational practices in STEM fields. SUNY Polytechnic Institute Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Dr. Aarthi Sekaran and Union College Associate Professor of Civil...
Russell Sage College welcomes new president amid growth and new academic programs
TROY, NY (WRGB) — A new chapter begins this semester at Russell Sage College as a new president joins the campus; former president Chris Ames retired after this past school year ended. Starting this month, Matt Shaftel joins the Troy community after stops in Florida, New Jersey, and Ohio;...
Meet Shaker High School’s New Taft Hall Dean
On July 8, 2024, the North Colonie Board of Education appointed the new Taft Hall Dean for Shaker High School. Please join us in welcoming Ms. Morgan Flynn to the North Colonie Central School District. Ms. Flynn has been an English teacher for the past decade, working with high school...
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute joins PALCI, becomes 78th Member Library
Drexel Hill, PA -- July 8, 2024. The Partnership for Academic Library Collaboration and Innovation (PALCI) is delighted to announce that the Libraries at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in Troy, NY, an institution long-heralded for its legacy in change-making, especially in scientific and technological advancements, has joined the consortium's membership effective July 1. RPI became the 78th member of PALCI, alongside Le Moyne College, another new PALCI member library from the upstate New York region.
Summer Learning Tips: Math and Science Exploration
Our Summer Learning Tips series is designed to offer families advice, tips and resources to keep students learning all summer long. Continued learning outside of school is a great way to keep young minds sharp and ready to come back to school in September. Part two of the series covers...
Florida's Board of Education will consider allowing high school athletes to be paid NIL deals
Florida’s education board is slated to decide Wednesday whether to allow high school athletes to be paid based on their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL). The Florida High School Athletic Association has already okayed the move. Now, it’s up to the State Board of Education. “I think what...
Summer Arts Program 2024: Dance
The beats are blasting and the steps are skillful in Albany High School’s dance studio this week. Students participating in dance classes through the district’s free Summer Arts Program are working hard on creative movement and interesting choreography - in a variety of styles and to all types of music - under the instruction of Donna Mannarino.
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