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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...
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 […]
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.
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.”
Newburgh School District Budget: Points of Clarification
In 2012, the Newburgh School District faced a $14M gap. As a result of the budget gap at that time, 155 teaching and support staff positions were abolished. People lost their jobs that year. Taxes increased. This information is chronicled in our local media. In 2023, during my first year...
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...
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...
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,”...
Above and beyond: Here are Washingtonville's scholar athletes for 2023-24
The Orange County Interscholastic Athletic Association recently honored its top senior student-athletes for each high school. Washingtonville High School selected Kiera Calovic and Joel Trocino. Here are their profiles:. Kiera Calovic. GPA: 102.01. Class Rank: 2. Varsity Sports: Soccer; Golf; Flag Football. Academic Honors/Extracurricular Activities: Salutatorian; Academic Excellence in Math,...
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...
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