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Malverne staff member Beth Mahony, center, was among the honorees during Superintendent’s Conference Day on Sept. 1. She was joined by, from left, Board President Josephine Bottitta, Downing Principal Ed Tallon, district Superintendent Dr. Lorna Lewis and Steven Gilhuley, the assistant superintendent for curriculum, instruction & educational services.

The Malverne School District carried out its annual tradition of honoring teachers and staff members who have achieved notable milestones and accomplishments during Superintendent’s Conference … more

9/15/21

New York must require masks in school

New York’s new governor, Kathy Hochul, made it clear in the days leading up to her ascension to the state’s highest office that she would like to see a statewide mask mandate for schoolchildren and their teachers. Thank you, Governor. more

8/26/21

George Washington Elementary School social worker Liz Binstock held a social-emotional learning program with students in May.

Malverne, West Hempstead districts prepare for a new academic year

After a year of virtual learning combined with periods of in-person instruction, school district leaders in Malverne and West Hempstead are eager to see all … more

By Nakeem Grant | 8/26/21

L.I. school board tries to ban Black Lives Matter

The Smithtown School District will restrict the use of 34 BrainPop instructional videos in classrooms because they introduce topics like Black Lives Matter and human sexuality. more

By Alan Singer | 8/19/21

The West Hempstead Water District hopes to install a “smart” water system, which would mean more frequent meter readings.

West Hempstead resident decries sizable bill after hidden water leak

Last December, West Hempstead resident Kathy Myers was shocked when officials from the West Hempstead Water District determined that she had a subterranean leak under her home. The real surprise, … more

By Nakeem Grant | 8/5/21

The West Hempstead School District received a credit rating of Aa3 from credit rating agency Moody’s Investors Service.

Favorable credit rating at West Hempstead schools

The West Hempstead School District received notice from credit rating agency Moody’s Investors Service that it has maintained its credit rating of Aa3. According to Moody’s, the Aa3 … more

7/15/21

Students surprised with frozen treats in Malverne

Davison Avenue Intermediate School fifth grade students received a surprise treat from volunteer firefighter Tommy Montemarano, who brought his Mini 3 Ice Cream Truck to the school during the fifth … more

7/8/21

Building our schools back better

Summer vacation for students this year follows almost a year and a half of coronavirus shutdowns and precautions. The learning loss during school closures was significant, and unless steps are taken, the U.S. risks the education of a generation of young people. more

By Alan Singer | 7/8/21

Jason McKenzie performed, “I Smile,” by Kirk Franklin at the high school.

Juneteenth Jubilee celebration at Malverne High School

People of all ages enjoyed an afternoon of music, family, jubilation and inspiration at Malverne High School’s football field during the Malverne School District’s Juneteenth Jubilee … more

By Nakeem Grant | 7/1/21

Remembering the massacre in Tulsa

One hundred years ago, Memorial Day was the start of perhaps the worst anti-Black racist violence in the history of the United States, in the Greenwood district of Tulsa, Okla. more

By Alan Singer | 6/3/21

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