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NYS begins conversations on student smart phone use in schools
ALBANY, N.Y. — Governor Hochul launched a statewide listening tour on Monday to begin a conversation around smartphone use in New York State schools. The ongoing discussion will include educators, parents and stakeholders who play an important role in creating a statewide policy. A proposal on smartphone use in schools will be announced later this year, Hochul said.
Student Heads To The Capital
This summer, Annalise Steinmetz from West Winfield will join outstanding students from across the nation to take part in an academic and career oriented development experience. Steinmetz, who will be in seventh grade at Mount Markham Middle School in the fall, will participate this month in the Junior National Young...
Before issuing school cellphone policy, Hochul and Banks seek more input
Top officials in the city and state are still gathering information on how to address cellphones in schools as they consider a possible ban.New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on Monday kicked off a statewide listening tour that will include discussions with administrators, educators, and others over the coming months to inform a policy proposal for the state’s schools on smartphone use expected to be unveiled later this year.At a citywide meeting for principals on Monday, New York City schools Chancellor David Banks told school leaders that the Education Department was still doing its research — signaling an apparent pause after...
New Findings on SUNY Price Hikes, Graduation Rates In The Last 10 Years
The surging cost of attending college in the United States is something on many young people's minds. Many in New York opt for SUNY institutions to cut costs while still getting their degrees. While SUNY tuition often provides less of a financial burden, the cost of attending has only increased...
Utica School District Universal Pre-K Free Enrollment
UTICA, N.Y. -- The Neighborhood Center and Utica City School District will provide free enrollment for Universal Pre-Kindergarten for four-year-old children in the district for the 2024-25 school year. "The qualifications for enrollment are children must be four years old by December 1st and live within the district," a release...
Educators awarded by New York Association of Agricultural Educators
CAZENOVIA — Local agricultural educators Mandi Millen and Dr. Jan Woodworth were recently recognized at the New York Association of Agricultural Educators (NYAAE) Professional Development Conference in Auburn. During the June 16 awards banquet, both teachers received “Years of Service Awards” for their longtime leadership and service in agricultural...
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