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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...
Irvington School Music Educators Are Prize Winners
This spring, the music teachers in the Irvington school district became five-time winners of a Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) award from the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM). Now in its 25th year, the Best Communities for Music Education is a signature program of the NAMM Foundation, recognizing...
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...
Hudson Link Sullivan Hosts Memorable Commencement
Hudson Link for Higher Education in Prison, in collaboration with SUNY Sullivan and St. Thomas Aquinas College, organized a memorable commencement ceremony at Sullivan Correctional Facility. The event celebrated the remarkable achievements of 40 students who successfully earned their associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees. This graduation encompasses several milestones...
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.
Greenwich High School all-state football player, incoming senior Peter Vomvolakis announces his commitment to the United States Naval Academy
The annual Army-Navy college football game was a matchup that Peter Vomvolakis grew up watching and soon, the Greenwich High School incoming senior will be a part of the storied rivalry. Vomvolakis, a two-time New Haven Register First Team All-State player and two-time All-FCIAC First Team selection, announced his decision...
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.”
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...
School calendar change, A/C upgrades, questions on demographics, new sidewalk, more in WWRSD BOE session
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON—Westwood Regional Schools superintendent Jill Mortimer reached out to families on July 17 with an update from the July 11 school board meeting. She touched on the school calendar, class sizes, air conditioning upgrades, notes on Washington School, and the high school tennis courts. The board also...
NJ community colleges facing budget cuts get $20 million in funds restored by state
HACKENSACK — The state's community colleges are breathing a sigh of relief after a potential $20 million state budget cut was restored. For Bergen Community College, the cut would have resulted in a $1.8 million loss, which would have led to a tuition increase for its students, said college President Eric M. Friedman. ...
Greenwich United Way’s Reading Champions Celebrates 16th Graduation
The Greenwich United Way’s Reading Champions program completed its 16th year of literacy support, helping improve reading fluency among Greenwich elementary students. A committed partner to Greenwich Public Schools (GPS), Reading Champions is the largest volunteer-driven early literacy program in town. In the 2023-2024 school year, 120 volunteers supported 350 students with one-on-one tutoring sessions in all 11 Greenwich Public Schools and five after-school programs.
Greenwich High football team looking to Michael D’Angelo, Nick Wells for leadership at the quarterback position
Rocco Grillo was the starting quarterback for the Greenwich High School football team in 2023, a role he filled exceptionally well while leading the Cardinals to the semifinal-round of the CIAC Class LL Tournament. Grillo graduated last month and is heading to Fordham University, where he will take his football skills, so it’s time for new leadership at the quarterback spot for Greenwich, a position the team has received a wealth of production from over the years.
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
Greenwich Alliance AVID Transition to College Program: “They prepare you so well!”
This summer the Greenwich Alliance for Education is in the midst of their second Transition to College, “T2C,” workshop series for AVID students. AVID, short for Advancement Via Individual Determination, is a college-readiness system designed to close the achievement gap and promote equity and access in education. The...
From Classical to Modern Pop Music, New GHS Club Unites Players in the Joy of Piano
With nearly 3,000 students, Greenwich High School is home to many talented musicians. If you happen to pass by the school’s chorus room, you might be lucky enough to hear the sound of piano music. This music comes from the school’s Piano Club, which meets once every 8 days to practice together.
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