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‘These kids are missing so much school’: Greece mom speaks out about ongoing bus delays
GREECE, N.Y. — As the school year nears its end, some parents in Greece are still having trouble getting transportation for their children. They reached out to News10NBC about buses not showing up on time. Jennifer Baker says her child’s bus can be two hours late, a few times...
Gananda Middle School students combine classroom and kitchen in unique culinary challenge
Walworth, N.Y. — Students at Gananda Middle School became iron chefs for a day when their classroom was turned into a kitchen. "We made kabobs: we made fruit kabobs, veggie kabobs, chicken kabobs, which is our favorite," said Bethany. "Oh yes, the food was very good. The service was...
Rochester school mathematics competition adds up to more than just a lesson
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) — Hundreds of city elementary school students showed off their math skills Friday in a districtwide competition — adding up to one fun day!. More than 300 students took on the "24 Game" at Rochester's Virgil I. Grissom School No. 7. "Students have to use...
University of Rochester launches laser lab expansion
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — The University of Rochester officially opened a new 15,000 square foot expansion at its laser lab. Leaders from across the state made their way to campus for Friday’s ribbon cutting event. Officials say the new three-story facility boasts seating for over 100 people, broadening the scope of research they’re able to […]
MCC celebrates 1,600 graduates at 61st commencement
Rochester, N.Y. — There are more than 1,600 new college graduates in Western New York. Monroe Community College held its 61st annual graduation ceremony Thursday night. "I started in 2003 as a high school graduate — but, of course, life came. I went through life, had children, got married and came back two years ago, said Leeandrea Carlton. "It's been awesome ever since, hitting goals and things I never could've imagined I would be doing right now."
MCC Board of Trustees hold private meeting amid layoff protests
ROCHESTER, N.Y (WROC) — As Monroe Community College staff members continue to draw attention to the looming layoffs, the board of trustees held a meeting Thursday morning in executive session. Nothing has been made public about the meeting. News 8 heard from the head of the faculty union, who is still questioning how the administration […]
MCC holds commencent ceremony for the Class of 2024
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Monroe Community College held its commencement ceremony for the class of 2024! The graduates crossed the stage at the Blue Cross Arena, which was held Thursday evening. Over 1,600 students received their degrees and certificates. Some students, like Leeandra Carlton, say this was not an easy road for them. “I started […]
Generation ROC: Penfield High senior helps teach peers about discrimination
For this week’s Generation ROC, we visit Penfield High School to sit in on a very special class. It's one organized by a senior student to teach her peers how to spot and stop discrimination. News 8’s Mikhaela Singleton shares the story.
Q&A with Annemarie Dowling-Castronovo
New dean at Roberts Wesleyan University School of Nursing discusses her new role and why she chose to move to Rochester to lead the school. On April 2, Annemarie Dowling-Castronovo, Ph.D., registered nurse, became the new dean of the Roberts Wesleyan University School of Nursing. Located on 188 rolling acres...
URMC challenges students to interpret health equity through artwork; pieces now on display
When 11-year-old Samuel Song saw his artwork on the atrium wall, he approached it with a coy grin. “I’m kind of embarrassed,” Song said. “But also proud.”. Song’s painting of a rainbow, with a closed door in the middle, took second place in the elementary school category for the University of Rochester’s health equity art contest.
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