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Meet the Long Island "prodigy" graduating from high school at age 12
MALVERNE, N.Y. -- It's graduation season, and one senior on Long Island stands out. He's at the top of his class and is off to New York University -- and he's only 12 years old.Lecturing at age 7, applying for college at age 11Suborno Isaac Bari is about to graduate from Malverne High School, inspiring his admiring classmates."Suborno can teach the class, and they are aware of that ... He's truly a prodigy," Principal Kesha Bascombe said."When I was 2 or 3, I already had memorized the periodic table," Suborno said.He's been lecturing at universities since age 7."I've been...
Massapequa Celebrates Retiring, Newly Tenured Staff
With more than 1,100 years of service to the Massapequa School District, 37 retirees were honored prior to the board of education meeting on May 23. The annual retirement ceremony celebrates administrators, faculty and staff for their professionalism and commitment to students. Superintendent Dr. William Brennan expressed his heartfelt gratitude...
Roslyn High Schoolers Honored In 30th Annual Good Deed Awards
Four Roslyn high school students were honored at Nassau County’s 30th Annual Good Deed Awards for Long Island Teenagers. Hosted annually by Congregation Beth Sholom Chabad of Mineola, the Good Deed Award Awards celebrates young people across Long Island who exemplify the values of caring, equality, social justice, integrity, honesty, responsibility, and courage. Roslyn’s students were among only 31 winners county-wide.
Huntington School Board Names New Superintendent, After Sudden Resignation
After going through four School Superintendents in one year, the Huntington School Board has named Beth Anne McCoy as Superintendent of the Huntington School District. She replaces Christian Bowen, who resigned suddenly in May, with no explanation, after less than a year on the job. Bowen resigned last month, and...
Queens high school student heading to Olympic swimming trials
QUEENS, N.Y. (PIX11) — It was an illuminating surprise moment for 17-year-old Sean Green. His junior classmates at Archbishop Molloy High School in Queens were celebrating his acceptance to the U.S. Olympic swimming qualifying trials in Indianapolis. Green is a champion swimmer who has amassed several records since he first began swimming at the age […]
Bethpage High School Hosts Senior Awards
Select Bethpage High School seniors were recognized for their academic strides, musical talent, athletic skills, school involvement, volunteer efforts and overall good character during their annual Senior Awards ceremony. Congratulations to all who achieved these acknowledgments, which resulted from continued effort and their dedication to learning!. –Information provided by Bethpage...
Plainview-Old Bethpage TV Media Program Shines At 2024 BASH Awards
The Plainview-Old Bethpage TV Media Program, under the guidance of technology teacher Caryn McCarroll, achieved remarkable success at the 2024 Broadcast Awards for Senior High held at Hofstra University on May 21. Competing against nearly 1,000 students from 50 districts across Long Island and Westchester, the talented video production students brought home two trophies and an honorable mention, showcasing their exceptional skills and creativity.
In Bellmore-Merrick, summer safety day a success at Kennedy High School
John F. Kennedy High School students are ready to hit the road as the academic year ends — and the Students Against Destructive Decisions club aims to make sure they start the summer knowing how to drive safely. SADD and the Bellmore-Merrick Community Parent Center, a nonprofit based in...
CSH School Board Appoints New Superintendent
After a thorough search process, the Cold Spring Harbor Board of Education has appointed Joseph Monastero to be next Superintendent of Schools. “Joe’s deep understanding of Cold Spring Harbor Schools and our traditions and his commitment to excellence were paramount in our selection of Joe as our next superintendent of schools,” stated Board of Education President Alex Whelehan. “We look forward to seeing our district continue to thrive and excel under his leadership.”
Avoiding hurt at St. Adalbert
Eighth-graders at St. Adalbert Catholic Academy in Elmhurst recently made a difference by persuading the city Department of Transportation to install a speed hump in front of their 83rd Street school, where many drivers go too fast. At top, the students pose for a photo taken by their teacher, Michele...
School Districts May Cancel For “Heat Days”
The number of umpires, referees and officials is declining on Long Island and nationwide, a decrease blamed on the onslaught of verbal abuse from parents, spectators, players and coaches, according to Newsday interviews with more than two dozen sports officials, school administrators and high school coaches. Statistics from Nassau and Suffolk counties show there has been a sharp drop in the number of people willing to officiate since 2011-12. According to lists published by each county, Nassau has seen a 25% drop in the number of referees since the 2011-12 school year, while Suffolk has experienced an 18% decline.
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