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TZHS Students Volunteer During SOCSD Summer STEAM Camp
Forty-eight Tappan Zee High School students spent their first weeks of summer recess helping out at SOCSD Summer STEAM Camp!. “I’ve volunteered for three years and it’s been so much fun working with the kids on all the different activities,” said Tappan Zee High School student Julia S. “I serve with both the Orangeburg Fire Department and South Orangetown Ambulance Corps and plan to study Fire Science after graduation. As a first responder without younger siblings, volunteering at STEAM Camp has helped me with patient care because I’ve learned how to interact with younger kids and make them feel comfortable.”
Jewish teacher says colleagues at Bronx HS yelled ‘Heil Hitler’ at her amid months of antisemitic harassment: lawsuit
Public school employees in the Bronx allegedly shouted “Heil Hitler” at a Jewish teacher a day after she found her desk littered with “Free Palestine” stickers, she claimed in a lawsuit. Emilie Baser, an English teacher at Harry S. Truman High School, was subjected to antisemitic harassment, discrimination and retaliation since February, according to the court papers filed Friday against the city Department of Education. The Co-Op City school did not properly investigate or address her concerns, and absurdly chalked the “Heil Hitler” incident up to the staffers being “engaged in an impromptu anger management training session,” she said in the Manhattan...
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...
Mort Zuckerman pausing millions in donations to Columbia University
Mort Zuckerman, the billionaire owner of U.S. News & World Report and former owner of the New York Daily News, put a hold on his donations to Columbia University, after giving “a significant minority percentage” of the $200 million he pledged to create a Mind Brain Behavior Institute, the Washington Free Beacon reported.
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.
Inside look at HS football teams in Bergen and Passaic counties | State of the Program
The high school football season kicks off in late August for many New Jersey teams. We're spending the weeks leading up to the 2023 season by taking a look at the State of the Program of teams in Bergen and Passaic counties. You can find the links for each team below. This file will be continually...
Mount Vernon High School cosmetology students give free makeovers to senior citizens
Cosmetology and barbering students at Mount Vernon High School’s Career and Technical Education Department recently partnered with the city’s recreation department to host a makeover day for senior citizens in the community. The students have been traveling to various elementary schools to offer their services to children, but...
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...
Parkinson succeeds Vogt on Hudson County Schools of Technology board
West New York Revenue and Finance Commissioner Adam Parkinson, also a principal at Public School No. 5, was named to the volunteer Hudson County Schools of Technology board on Thursday, succeeding Julietta Vogt. “I am looking forward to working with the school board members and educators of the Hudson County...
Tiverton’s Daryl Johnson makes Dean’s List at Purchase College
Daryl Johnson, a Tiverton resident, has been named to the Dean’s List at Purchase College for the Spring 2024 semester. Johnson is currently studying Psychology. To be eligible for the Dean’s List, students must have a GPA of 3.5 for bachelor’s arts and science programs or 3.75 for bachelor’s fine arts and music performance programs. They must also take at least 12 credit hours.
SUNY Purchase recognized in 2025 edition of Fiske Guide to Colleges
PURCHASE – SUNY Purchase has been selected to be included in the 2025 edition of The Fiske Guide to Colleges, which includes profiles of more than 300 of the “best and most interesting colleges in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K.”. According to the description in the 2025...
Pace University Gives Students Hands-On Cybersecurity Experience
Pace University's Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems Cyber Range offers a perfect opportunity for hands-on learning. Photo courtesy of George Fournier Jr., CTS. Pace University students are getting firsthand experience on combating cybersecurity threats and preparing for a career in that field thanks to an immersive cybersecurity...
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