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Graduation Season: Sandy Hook 12yrs After a Horrifying Time
It's springtime. For many high school and university students, that can only mean one thing. Graduation. Graduation for many, especially high school students, is the penultimate turning point towards adulthood. But for a small community in Newtown, Connecticut time is somber as they begin to reflect what could have been. 11 and a half years doesn't seem like a long time to many. But for Sandy Hook alumni, faculty, staff, and survivors, it is a time for reflection as they look back at the students, teachers, and classmates who were lost on that tragic December morning in 2012.
Danbury Educator Named 2024 CT Principal Of Year
The Connecticut Association of Schools selected Dr. Kristy Zaleta, the principal of Rogers Park Middle School in Danbury, for both awards. Now in her 21st year with Danbury Public Schools and her sixth year as principal of Rogers Park, Zaleta has consistently demonstrated her commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive school environment, said officials with Danbury School.
East Orange's Ashanti Pantlitz Named to Dean's List at the University of Bridgeport
East Orange, NJ - East Orange scholars continue to excel in colleges across the globe. The University of Bridgeport's Spring 2024 Dean's List was just announced. Ashanti Pantlitz, of East Orange, was named to University of Bridgeport's Spring 2024 Dean's List. She was among more than 300 students named to the Spring Dean's List.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Officials said that a student must have a term grade point average of between 3.2-3.69 to be named to the University Dean's List. University of Bridgeport offers career-oriented undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees and programs for people seeking personal and professional growth. The University promotes academic excellence, personal responsibility, and commitment to service. Distinctive curricula in an international, culturally diverse, and supportive learning environment prepare graduates for life and leadership in an increasingly interconnected world. The University is independent and non-sectarian. For more information about the University, visit www.bridgeport.edu. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Local Students Lead Food Waste Audit at Cons/MHHS Cafeteria
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A Wish Comes True at John Jay Middle School
CROSS RIVER, N.Y. - John Jay Middle School hosted a very special surprise presentation on May 16. Eighth-grader Gabrielle Camaj’s wish was granted by the Make-A-Wish Foundation in front of her entire grade. The Make-A-Wish Foundation grants wishes to children with critical illnesses, believing that a wish can help them believe in themselves and fight their illnesses.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER While Make a Wish took care of the gift, 8th grade counselor Annemarie MacSweeney arranged the reveal. She coordinated the event in the school’s theater with days’ notice, getting the entire eighth grade,...
Celebrating Somers High School Seniors
SOMERS, N.Y. - As they count down to graduation, get to know more about members of the Somers High School Class of 2024! Robbie DonaldsonCLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER What three words would your friends use to describe you and your personality? Funny, unique, kind Favorite book? “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” by J.K. RowlingDOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Favorite vacation spot? Miami What three things would you take to a deserted island? Concert merch, my phone, and my DoorDash order. What is something that motivates...
Mahopac Unified Basketball to Host Brewster on May 28
MAHOPAC, N.Y. — The Mahopac Wolf Pac unified basketball team staged a furious comeback in a home game against Brewster earlier this month, falling just short before an enthusiastic crowd at the high school gym. Now in its third season, the team’s roster includes students with special needs and their general education teammates who play five to six games a year. The program’s success has led Mahopac to add unified bowling to its athletic programs. With family, staff, and fellow athletes from Mahopac’s lacrosse, track, and football teams looking on from the stands, the squad fought back from an early deficit thanks to a 10-point run in the closing moments, but Brewster managed to hold on to win 38-28.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Mahopac will get a chance for revenge when Brewster returns to the high school, along with North Salem, on May 28 at 4 p.m. for the unified Wolf Pac’s season finale. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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