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New York state school districts are entering the second budget season under the state’s tax cap, which limits how much schools can increase property taxes each year. more

2/14/13

The Valley Stream Central High School District gymnastics team is in its fourth year and had its best season to date.

Valley Stream gymnasts set the bar high

While the Valley Stream Central High School District gymnastics team is only in its fourth year of existence, it’s certainly gaining some notoriety after posting a regular season record of 5-4 that included a new team-high score at a meet in January. more

By Brian Croce | 2/13/13

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

Thank you, Legislator Ford

Last week, Governor Cuomo unveiled his 2013-14 budget. He proposed to increase school aid statewide by 3 percent while keeping overall state spending growth under 2 percent. more

1/31/13

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

Support our schools — get involved in their budgeting

Semifinalists in the prestigious Intel Science Talent Search were announced recently, and, as usual, Long Island came up big in the contest. more

1/24/13

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

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