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Public calls for Newburgh board president to resign (VIDEO)
NEWBURGH – The public comment session once again dominated the Newburgh school board meeting on Tuesday, July 16 with calls for President Christine Bello to resign after using vulgarity toward a member of the audience on a hot microphone at the July 2 meeting. Bello opened the meeting by...
Newburgh board of ed poised to restore 103 laid off positions
NEWBURGH – The new majority on the Newburgh School Board will vote on Tuesday to restore the 103 positions that were cut by the former board majority at a June 27 session. The cuts included teachers, teachers’ aides, CSEA workers, and others including maintenance workers. Board President Christine...
Carmel School Trustee Criticized for Remarks Made at Pro-Palestinian Rally
Carmel Board of Education member Jim Wise was taken to task by his colleagues last week for remarks he made last month at a pro-Palestinian rally outside the Putnam County Courthouse in Carmel. During a five-hour meeting on July 9, the Board of Education passed a resolution condemning Wise after...
Displaced left turn educational event scheduled for July 23
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – There will soon be a displaced left turn educational event. Officials say the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) and the Lloyd4U teams are hosting a displaced left turn education event on July 23 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Evansville Christian School, which is located at 10644 Lincoln Avenue in […]
Letter to the Editor: Carmel School Board should focus on school business
I recently sent an email to the Carmel Board of Ed regarding the events of June 22, in which pro-Israel counter-protesters behaved horribly at a pro-Palestine protest, where I was present. Two Board of Ed members participated that day–Jim Wise as a protester and Melissa Orser as a counter-protester–and many took to social media to complain about their involvement, so I wrote to provide my firsthand account. I got no acknowledgement of that email, which led me to believe the BOE did not consider the issue to be within its purview. That would have been fair. But then, at the July 9th Board Meeting, the Board suddenly introduced and passed a truly insane “resolution” to censure Jim Wise under the guise of rejecting antisemitism. To be clear: a group of non-Jewish Board members “censured” the only Jewish man on the Board for his political views, which the resolution completely mischaracterizes and misrepresents and which are totally unrelated to Board business.
School Supply Giveaway August 22 at Peekskill Youth Bureau
The Annual School Supply Giveaway will be held on Thursday, August 22 from 4-6PM at the City of Peekskill Youth Bureau. Please refer to the fliers for additional details. Source: Peekskill City School District | Peekskill NY | Facebook. Source Type: School. Source Location: Peekskill. AI Technology was used to...
OC students to get free admission to Storm King Art Center
Senator James Skoufis (D-42) recently announced that, thanks to a $50,000 grant, Storm King Art Center will allow all Orange County students up to 21 with valid ID free admission through 2024 and 2025. This includes admission to the grounds and access to public and family programming. Storm King Art Center is a 500-acre outdoor museum with large-scale sculptures set against the backdrop of Orange County’s landscape.
Beloved former Mount Saint Mary College professor John T. Reilly passes away
NEWBURGH – Historian, traveler, and professor emeritus John T. Reilly, one of the longest-serving faculty members Mount Saint Mary College has ever known, recently passed away at the age of 84. Known to his students as “Dr. Reilly” and to his many friends and colleagues as “John” or “Jack,”...
Heritage of West Nyack Scholarship Winner Announced
West Nyack, NY – Congratulations to Maeghan Nordone, the proud recipient of the Heritage of West Nyack scholarship. This prestigious award recognizes outstanding high school seniors who demonstrate academic excellence and a commitment to their community. Maeghan’s dedication and hard work have earned her this honor, and we wish...
Elisabeth Haub School of Law Welcomes New Faculty Member
The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University has announced the addition of Amelia Wilson to its faculty. She joins as a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Law and Director of the Immigration Justice Clinic (IJC). Leadership of the Immigration Justice Clinic. As the new Director of the IJC, Professor...
News Briefs: New Nyack School Head Presides Over First Board of Education Meeting
The new head of the Nyack school district presided over her first Board of Education meeting last Tuesday since taking over earlier this month. Dr. Lizzette Ruiz-Giovinazzi began serving as the district’s acting superintendent, having previously held the role of assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction. Former superintendent Susan Yom resigned on June 30th. In a post on the school district’s website, Dr. Ruiz-Giovinazzi acknowledged “district leadership transitions” but stressed they are busy this summer hosting summer programs, proceeding with capital improvement projects and welcoming new staff, while shifting the focus to the new academic year.
Tuxedo Park School students excel at NYSSMA, All-County Chorus
Tuxedo Park School (TPS) recently celebrated the achievements of its students at the recent New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) and All-County Honor Band, Chorus, and Orchestra events. This year, 27 Tuxedo Park School students hailing from all across the area including Tuxedo, Warwick, Monroe, and Goshen, showcased their...
5th Grade School Supply List 2024-25
We look forward to meeting you and having you in our fifth grade classes in September. While you are enjoying your summer vacation, take some time every day to read. Please gather the supplies listed below during the summer and come prepared for your first day of school. Please label all your supplies with your name. Supplies may need to be replenished during the year.
Ousted RCC President Gets $175,000 Settlement; St. Thomas Aquinas College Secures $3.5 Million Grant For STEM; HGAR Donates $3,000 to Center for Safety & Change; Briefs
Ousted RCC President Lester Edgardo Sandres Rápalo Gets $175,000 Settlement Plus Additional Benefits. Dr. Lester Edgardo Sandres Rápalo, the former Rockland Community College president, will receive $175,000, plus 24 vacation days, 4.5 sick leave days and 1 personal day, as part of a settlement with the college. Last...
Above and beyond: Here are Warwick's scholar athletes for 2023-24
The Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association recently honored its top senior student-athletes for each high school. Warwick High School selected Melina Garby and Conrad Wendell. Here are their profiles:. Melina Garby. GPA: 105.8. Class Rank: 1. Varsity Sports: Soccer; Softball. Academic Honors/Extracurricular Activities: Valedictorian; National Honor Society; Secretary of the...
Local students receive degrees from Quinnipiac University
The following students received degrees from Quinnipiac University during commencement ceremonies held in May:. Matthew Rodgers-Aniello, earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in game design and development. Tuxedo Park. Matthew Kashevaroff earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in film, television, and media arts. Monroe. Bianca DeGennaro earned of Bachelor of...
From Somers to New Haven: McCartin Hits the Ground Running at Yale
SOMERS, N.Y. - After graduating from Somers High School in 2023, Lauren McCartin definitely upped the education ante by taking her higher learning at Yale University. Serious business, she probably kept her head in the books and stayed home every night with the rest of the college. Not quite, asserted the former Tusker, “Contrary to popular belief, Yale is a very fun school.” CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER But the unexpected turned out to be the real curriculum, according to the freshman’s first year learning curve. “College life has taught me to be independent and adventurous....
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