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What’s the HenHud teacher’s union hiding? Why is it endorsing school board candidates?
Regarding “HenHud teachers see a perilous future for our schools. Why doesn't our board of education?,” lohud.com, May 8:. It’s been said that sunlight is the best disinfectant, yet, when it comes to local school board elections, some key players are purportedly allergic to transparency. Case-in-point: Recent...
School Superintendent In Hudson Valley Accepts Post In Nearby District
After six years, a Hudson Valley superintendent has announced his upcoming move to a nearby district to remain closer to his family.Superintendent Phil Benante of Putnam County's Haldane Central School District announced on Tuesday, April 30 that he was appointed head of the Arlington Central Schoo…
SUNY Purchase, New Paltz college protests: What's legal and what's not? What experts say
Pro-Palestinian protests from New York to California have dominated the news in recent weeks, some simmering as peaceful encampments, others escalating into takeovers of campus buildings and leading to student arrests. Hundreds were arrested at Columbia University and City College in New York City earlier this week, and police broke up encampment protests...
Meet Your Future School Leaders: Catskill Board of Education Forum on May 6
On May 6, Catskill High School will host a Board of Education candidates forum at 6:00 p.m. in the school library. This event is organized by Leadership Greene students and will feature seven candidates competing for four open seats. The forum allows residents of the Catskill Central School District to meet the candidates and understand their policies. This is important as the District’s Budget Vote and Board Election are set for May 21, 2024. The forum will also be streamed live on the Catskill Media YouTube page. For more information about the candidates, visit the 2024 Board Election page on the school's website.'Visit here for more details.
SUNY New Paltz students join other Israel-Hamas war protests around the state
SUNY New Paltz students joined other protests around the state over the Israel-Hamas war Wednesday afternoon. The encampment launched around 1 p.m. on Parker Quad on the SUNY New Paltz campus. More than 100 students gathered to pitch tents and paint signs. They also led training in first aid and media contact. About a dozen faculty members also attended to show their support. ...
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