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After New York City Public schools made the decision earlier this month to no longer have snow days — and instead decided to opt for virtual learning — parents, teachers and students on Long … more

By Mallory Wilson | 9/29/22

Schools are right to resurrect the snow day

Journalist and bestselling author Susan Orlean once described a snow day as “literally and figuratively” something that “falls from the sky — unbidden — and seems like a thing of wonder.” more

9/15/22

In wake of storm, schools need relief

Among the many temporary casualties of Hurricane Sandy was Long Island’s educational system, with most schools shutting down for a week or longer. more

11/23/12

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