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The Baldwin school district observed Black History Month in February with students engaging in various activities such as classroom discussions, art exhibits, and showcasing their creativity in art.

An overview of Black History Month celebrations at Baldwin

Throughout the month of February, Baldwin school district took time to honor and celebrate Black History Month, showcasing a tapestry of events and activities that underscored the significant contributions and achievements of African Americans. more

3/8/24

We must protect Long Island’s schools

There is a storm brewing, and your child’s school is in its cross hairs. It’s not a hurricane or a tornado. It’s a fiscal tsunami, and it’s going to devastate the education system on Long Island unless Albany steps up and acts. more

By Lisa Tyson | 10/22/20

Now’s the time to speak up on school budgets

As far back as 1993, there was talk at the highest levels of government of consolidating Long Island school districts to save money and provide greater resources for the Island’s poorest districts. That debate is likely to be resurrected . . . more

1/25/18

The Baumann bus strike has finally ended after union members voted to accept the bus company’s latest offer.

Bus Strike finally over with full service restored

After weeks of negotiation and uncertainty, the bus strike, which left thousands of students across multiple school districts without public transport has finally ended after union workers voted on … more

By Daine Taylor | 12/1/17

A tale of two schools, 3,000 miles apart

By my rough calculations, our children spend some 17,640 hours in school, kindergarten through high school. more

6/6/13

One way in which our society is unequal? Education.

Last year, just before the November election, Hofstra University was fortunate enough to host a presidential debate. Prior to the debate, a variety of well-known political figures were invited to speak on the campus. more

4/25/13

Come one, come all, to the fair!

The days are becoming noticeably shorter, and the air is gradually turning cooler. Children have returned from camp. Vacations spent at the beach or in the mountains are ending. more

8/23/12

New York school districts are beginning to take advantage of a law that passed over the summer to cut bus costs.

Schools cut bus costs, rev up savings

In a move celebrated by state school officials, a law was passed over the summer to help school districts cut bus costs and put those savings toward school programs, and local districts have just recently been able to take advantage of it. more

By Jackie Nash | 10/25/11

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