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Imagine students who can not only grasp the concepts of STEM courses through the diligent application of the scientific method, but also generate original and thought-provoking work in the humanities. more
In honor of National Reading Day on March 2, I reread Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible.” more
Elmont schools plan to expand the districtwide ‘Fundations’ curriculum, a program designed to bolster the reading skills of students, to include second grade students during the 2021-2022 school year, according to a statement released by the Elmont Union Free School District. more
Guided reading materials designed by a pro-literacy organization will be added to the libraries at Elmont schools, according to a statement released by the Elmont Union Free School District. more
As I watch the final days of the election campaign, I keep thinking about the words of writer-philosopher George Santayana, who said, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” more
A book choice on the Sewanhaka Central High School District’s summer reading list has angered some community members who say it promotes anti-police views. The novel, “All American … more
The Kumon Method was founded in Japan in 1954. Toru Kumon, a high school math teacher, was trying to help his own child. Convinced that his second-grade son could be taught the necessary skills to understand advanced mathematics, he created . . . more
Dozens of residents gathered at the Franklin Square Public Library to celebrate the grand opening of the library’s new young adult section, The Square, on June 28. Erin Bach, the Young Adult … more
I’m offering a ticket to ride. This summer, if you can’t actually get away, if you can’t relocate your body to a distant shore, then at least think about relocating your mind. Reading, we know, is our escape from reality . . . more
Libraries all across the country kicked off their summer reading challenge last week, and the Elmont Memorial Library and Franklin Square Public Library have joined in the collaborative reading … more
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