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The Principal’s Office is taking a break from its usual lineup of heavy-hitting topics for one of the most popular features since the column’s inception –– the Writing Quiz (this time in the form of a spelling test).
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Steve Kussin
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12/23/09
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In last week's column, I made the case for more time in the classroom. Based on the research, eight powerful arguments were presented for adding more instructional time. The case for maintaining the status quo, however, is just as compelling.
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Steve Kussin
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12/18/09
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In a lesson that combined history, ecology, art and writing, fourth graders at Lido School created their own quilts in the tradition of the artisans of Gee’s Bend, Alabama. Gee’s Bend quilts, …
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12/17/09
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One of the more recent controversies raging in education is whether and how to extend the school day and even the school year.
Most children spend about six hours a day in class. There are proposals to lengthen that time anywhere from an hour to two or more. One variation involves weekend school, particularly for those students who have fallen behind in their studies.
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Steve Kussin
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12/15/09
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12/10/09
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Students from the Hebrew Academy of Long Beach celebrate the upcoming Festival of Lights with colorful Hanukkah artwork.
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12/10/09
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Board meeting
The Long Beach Board of Education will hold a regular meeting at the middle school at 8 p.m. on Jan. 12.
Holiday concerts
West concert: Dec. 14 at 7 p.m.
East Concert: …
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12/10/09
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A total of 52 students from Long Beach High School have earned the designation of Advanced Placement Scholar from the College Board, in recognition of their exceptional achievement on the …
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12/10/09
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Long Beach Middle School held its 36th seventh grade science fair on Nov. 24, giving students the opportunity to become actively involved in the process of scientific investigation, which may lead to …
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12/10/09
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East Rockaway High School senior Danny Quadrino, 18, is living his dream as an actor on Broadway. He has made his debut on the Big White Way in the revival of the musical "Bye Bye Birdie." He just filled in for the starring role of "Hugo" in this week's matinee performance.
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Mary Malloy
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12/3/09
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