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New diploma criteria shape the future of education
As the 2024-25 school year begins, there are two significant changes that have the potential to shape the future of education: the implementation of new criteria to earn a high school diploma, and the revision of the foundation aid formula. These developments represent both challenges and opportunities, and their successful implementation will require the active engagement of our entire community.
Ex-Rutgers president to lead N.Y. university
Richard L. McCormick, who led Rutgers University for a decade, will serve as interim president of Stony Brook University, part of the State University of New York, officials announced this week. Since stepping down as Rutgers president in 2012, McCormick has been teaching history and education at Rutgers and writing...
Reshaping the future of learning
State education officials could potentially do away with the Regents exam, as part of its vision to provide multiple pathways to a high school diploma. The changes, if implemented, could alter the existing graduation requirements for public schools across the state — including in Rockville Centre, where alternative pathways such as Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate diplomas are already offered.
MASOTTO-DRISCOLL SCHOLARSHIP: Plainview, N.Y.’s Graf is honored
Samantha Graf will play goalkeeper at Marist College. (Photo courtesy of ENYYSA) Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association has announced that Plainview, N.Y. resident Samantha Graf will receive the Masotto-Driscoll Scholarship. At Plainview/Old Bethpage High School, Graf was involved in student government for four years and was senior class president....
Baldwin High School, Plaza Elementary School communicate through art
During the past school year, Baldwin High School’s advanced placement Art students and Plaza Elementary School’s kindergarten class were sending art journals back and forth to each other since the fall. Similar to traditional “pen pals” the young artists introduced themselves and communicated with artwork. “We...
East Meadow schools' new president, board members sworn in for 2024-25 school year
As students and teachers begin to enjoy their summer break, members of the East Meadow School District Board of Education were sworn in at the July 2 reorganization meeting, setting plans in motion for the 2024-2025 school year. The purpose of the reorganization meeting was to officially install new and...
Shawn Wightman appointed as new superintendent of Roosevelt Union Free School District
After the retirement of previous superintendent, Deborah Wortham, the Roosevelt Union Free School District welcomes Shawn Wightman as the new Superintendent as of July 1, 2024. With a distinguished career in educational leadership and a deep commitment to student success, Wightman brings a wealth of experience and a fresh vision...
Sewanhaka High principal tapped for district-wide role
Sewanhaka High School’s Principal Nichole Allen was tapped to move into her new role as Sewanhaka Central High School District’s assistant superintendent for student support services. The promotion, effective Aug. 1, has been a bit emotional for Allen, as she has spent the last 17 years in Sewanhaka...
Love Your Neighbor Project awards scholarships
Love Your Neighbor Project, a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to fostering community connections, recently awarded scholarships to several inspiring students. Jaime Teich, the project’s founder, explained that scholarships provide financial support and encouragement to students and community members who demonstrate a commitment to enhancing their communities. The organization has expanded its scholarship initiative since its inception last year.
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