Away from his usual desk obligations, Valley Stream District 24 Superintendent Unal Karakas, was on a head-hunting mission in Washington D.C. last month. He chose perhaps the best place in town to …
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By Juan Lasso
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5/3/24
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Valley Stream District 13 seems to have struck a chord with its music program, having been recognized for the Best Communities for Music Education Award by the National Association of Music Merchants …
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By Juan Lasso
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5/3/24
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Valley Stream Central High School District held its 66th Annual Music Scholarship Festival on April 4. This year’s festival included a special twist: For the first time, Carnegie Hall, one of …
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By Juan Lasso
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5/3/24
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In a spirited showcase of athletic prowess and camaraderie, students from all three schools in Valley Stream District 24 recently converged for the district’s Annual Sixth-Grade Hockey …
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By Juan Lasso
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4/25/24
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A Brooklyn man was arrested for allegedly defrauding a 94-year-old Valley Stream man out of $250,000 in a Publishers Clearing House scam.
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By Juan Lasso
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4/25/24
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The North Shore School District is facing challenges in addressing substance abuse among its students, according to a recent presentation by school officials and representatives from local …
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By Will Sheeline
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4/25/24
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John Paul Kopacz, a 43-year-old educator and administrator with 17 years of experience, seeks a position on the Oyster Bay-East Norwich School Board, driven by a passion for enhancing educational opportunities. Kopacz's background in engineering and education equips him to address challenges effectively, emphasizing open communication and community participation to ensure all students thrive academically.
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By Laura Lane
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4/25/24
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Joseph F. Laurita Jr. has always served his community, first as a young emergency medical technician with the Williston Park Fire Department, and then, as a Brooklyn police officer. He would like to …
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By Laura Lane
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4/25/24
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Long Beach School District's $155.9 million second budget draft for 2024-25 addresses funding challenges while prioritizing student needs. Learn about community input and efforts to ensure educational excellence.
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By Angelina Zingariello
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4/19/24
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See how Valley Stream District 24 Superintendent Unal Karakas addresses diversity in education, recruitment strategies, and retention of minority teachers, starting with his trip to Howard University.
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By Juan Lasso
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4/12/24
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