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The Valley Stream Central High School District Board of Education is weighing about $2.6 million in cuts for next year.

Major cuts in store for Valley Stream high schools

Cutting 15 full-time teaching positions, six support staff members and three sports teams are some of the ways the Valley Stream Central High School District is proposing to slash about $2.5 million from its budget in order to stay within the state tax levy cap. more

By Brian Croce | 2/12/13

The Valley Stream Central High School District girls’ fencing team finished in fifth place in Nassau County this season and will begin its postseason run on Feb. 7.

Valley Stream fencers finish season strong

There are many sports that the Valley Stream Central High School District offers that require great hand-eye-coordination, exceptional footwork and endurance, but there’s only one sport where the athletes need those qualities plus the ability to avoid a weapon: fencing. more

By Brian Croce | 2/6/13

Challenges ahead for Valley Stream schools

Valley Stream school officials agree that the next few months will be challenging as they put together spending plans for the 2013-14 school year. All four districts are expected to receive an increase in state aid next year, however, which should make the task a little easier. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 1/30/13

Change parking rule, but keep focus on safety

The Valley Stream Central High School District Board of Education is considering changing its controversial parking policy, which prohibits students from leaving campus in their cars during the school day. more

1/24/13

Alf Rasmussen, the senior psychologist in District 24, not only provides mandated counseling services, but often chats with students about various issues. Here, he talks with students at the William L. Buck School about school safety.

Valley Stream schools take proactive approach to mental health

Mental health has been a prime topic of discussion since the Sandy Hook Elementary School shootings a month ago. Valley Stream school officials say they take a proactive approach when it comes to the mental health of its students, and also work to provide support for families. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 1/16/13

Maureen Henry, principal of South High School, asked the board to consider adding an LCD projector in the school cafeteria, which also serves as it auditorium.

Technology tops Valley Stream high school needs

While there were many potential projects discussed on the Valley Stream Central High School District’s annual facilities tour last Saturday morning, none of them command the extensive funding that the Board of Education has seen in years past. more

By Brian Croce | 1/9/13

Student population stays steady in Valley Stream

Three Nassau County districts closed schools this year, as a declining student population has prompted officials to focus on more efficient use of their facilities. But Valley Stream continues to buck the trend, as enrollment remains steady in the four local school districts. more

By Andrew Hackmack | 10/25/12

The student parking lot at Valley Stream North High School is usually empty during the day.

Student parking policy critiqued, defended

In the months leading up to the Valley Stream Central High School District Board of Education’s decision to close the student parking lots at its three high schools, there was much debate on what should be done. In 2010, the lots were officially closed for most of the school day, and now it’s still a talked-about topic. more

By Brian Croce | 10/10/12

The Student Parking Lot at Valley Stream North High School is nearly empty on most weekdays, as students choose to park on side streets.

Board to revisit student parking restrictions

After making the decision to close student parking lots in 2009, the Valley Stream Central High School Board of Education voted to bring the policy up for discussion once again at its Sept. 11 meeting. more

By Brian Croce | 9/19/12

Students arrive for the first day of school at the James A. Dever School in Valley Stream District 13.

Valley Stream students head back to class

Valley Stream’s 14 public schools opened for the new school year on Wednesday, welcoming more than 9,000 students and hundreds of teachers, administrators and staff members. more

By Andrew Hackmack and Brian Croce | 9/5/12

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