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Molly Gegerson, Jennie Yi, Katherine Wilkens and Patricia Scollo will be joining the West Hempstead School District in various positions this coming year.

West Hempstead's new teachers and administrators prep for a new school year

Four newcomers to the West Hempstead School District made their debut at the monthly school board meeting on Aug. 9, as Molly Gegerson, Patricia Scollo, Katherine Wilkens and Jennie Yi will all be … more

By Kyle Chin | 8/25/22

Laila Salles brings a depth of experience in dance and education to the West Hempstead School District.

West Hempstead schools say hello to a new fine arts director

With the new school year officially beginning July 1 for Long Island school districts, schools are also welcoming a new slate of teachers and staff. This coming school year, the West Hempstead school … more

By Kyle Chin | 7/14/22

The last few voters filtered to the polls on the evening of June 21.

West Hempstead school budget passes, but debate lingers

West Hempstead residents passed the proposed $71.1 million school budget — in a second bid by the school board seeking voter approval — by a slim 174-vote margin on June 21. The … more

By Kyle Chin | 7/7/22

English as a New Language students at Cornwell Avenue School participate in a scavenger hunt.

West Hempstead's bilingual students thrive

With breakfasts, lunches, and award ceremonies, the West Hempstead English as a New Language department has been reflecting back on a year of expansion and successes. About 190 students across the … more

By Kyle Chin | 7/7/22

Staff members at Chestnut Street School prepared to welcome the West Hempstead class of 2034 to kick off the 2021-22 school year.

It’s back to school for West Hempstead students

The West Hempstead School District welcomed new and returning students for the 2021-22 school year on Sept. 1. The students kicked off their first day with enthusiasm as they arrived at their schools … more

9/15/21

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

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

George Washington School social worker Liz Binstock visited classes on May 19 to introduce the Habits of Mind program to students.

A foundation of good habits in West Hempstead

George Washington School and West Hempstead Middle School have recently implemented the Habits of Mind program to students. The Habits of Mind nourishes students’ social-emotional learning and … more

6/3/21

West Hempstead School District's 2021-22 budget passes

West Hempstead School District budget Total: $68.9 million Passed by a vote of 1,003 to 865. It is 5.72 percent larger than the current spending plan, and will maintain all academic … more

By Nakeem Grant | 5/11/21

This year’s budget vote and trustee election are taking place at West Hempstead Middle School, at 450 Nassau Blvd., on May 11 from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Meet West Hempstead’s Board of Education candidates

Three candidates are running for two open Board of Education seats in the West Hempstead School District’s May 11 election. The Herald sent brief questionnaires to the candidates, and their … more

By Nakeem Grant | 5/6/21

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