State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli recently completed audits of New York’s 733 public school districts and BOCES. The audits were part of a series of legislation following a scandal in the Roslyn School District in which administrators embezzled $11 million.
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2/25/10
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Kevin Glenz loved a challenge. Whether it was wrestling, lacrosse, older brother, Matthew, Kevin would challenge anyone to anything. "He was very competitive," said his father, Larry Glenz, of Long Beach, a longtime and much beloved coach at Lynbrook High School. "But all he ever really wanted was a hug."
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Mary Malloy
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2/24/10
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On Mar. 20, Rhame Avenue Elementary School will be celebrating 20 years since its reconstruction after a fire destroyed much of the structure.
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Mary Malloy
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2/24/10
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The East Rockaway school district stands to lose more than $500,000 in state aid for the 2010-11 school year if Gov. David Paterson’s proposed statewide cuts to close a burgeoning state deficit become a reality.
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Anthony Bottan
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2/24/10
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At their 2010 Founders Day Celebration, the Lynbrook PTAs honored 16 special faculty, staff and community members who have made significant contributions as dedicated advocates for the children of Lynbrook Schools. The theme of this year’s celebration was “A World of Difference.”
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2/18/10
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In order to put New York on a clear path toward fiscal stability and ease the burden of high property taxes on Long Islanders, Assemblyman Bob Barra suggests freezing school …
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Anthony Bottan
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2/18/10
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In response to the alarming results of a survey of East Rockaway youth regarding their use of drugs and alcohol, Mayor Ed Sieban and the village board have enthusiastically endorsed the creation of a Coalition for Youth committee in the community.
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Mary Malloy
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2/18/10
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A year ago, 23-year-old William May lost his job managing a welding supply company in Westbury. So, the young father decided to join his wife, Kara, 21, as a student at Nassau Community College in Garden City.
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Scott Brinton
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2/16/10
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The Island Park Theatre Group, in concert with The Island Park Schools Recreation Department, will proudly present "On Broadway - A Musical Revue!" featuring local talent of all ages from all communities. Come and experience Broadway-style singing and dancing at a fraction of the cost -- and ten times the fun!
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Mary Malloy
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2/14/10
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The Wizard of Oz
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The East Rockaway School District presented "The Wizard of Oz" on Feb. 5-6.
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Mary Malloy
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2/12/10
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