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SCHOOL TRANSPORTATION AND KINDERGARTEN NOTICES
      LSD kindergarten. registration Registration for kindergarten in the Lindenhurst School District will take place at each district elementary school on Tuesday, March 6, for children whose last names begin with letters A to L, and Tuesday, March 13, for children with last name...
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Congratulations to the scholars...
      +Daniela B. Arias, Ricky R. Chen and Jacquelyn R. Hughes,all of Bay Shore, were fall 2006 candidates for graduation at Nassau Community College, Garden City. +Named to the dean's list at the Nassau Community College were Bay Shore residents Justin T. Benedetti, Krystal M. Cole, Karla P. Perez and ...
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Babylon School District bond vote set for February 13th
by Janine Logan
      Concerns that taxpayer money be spent wisely pervaded the atmosphere at the informational meeting the Babylon School District held for the community on Monday, January 29, 2007. About 30 residents attended the public meeting, which was called by the board and district to present details about the p...
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West Islip Board of Ed honors music students
      At a recent meeting of the West Islip Board of Education, trustees and administrators paid tribute to students recently included in Long Island and state-wide music festivities.
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West Babylon School's Moody's rating increases
      The West Babylon Union Free School District was recently upgraded from an A2 rating to an A1 rating by Moody's Investors Service. The upgrade reflects the district's improved financial position despite expenditure pressures, as well as significant growth in full valuation.
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Babylon Schools planning Wellness Expo
      The Babylon School District is planning a Wellness Expo for students and staff and is seeking assistance from those with food and/or health-related local businesses who can participate in the information exhibit on May 4, 2007.
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Daniel Street Elementary holds toy drive
      Lindenhurst's Daniel Street Toy Campaign was a huge success this year. A letter was sent out to all children asking each grade to bring in an age and gender appropriate toy, clothes, gift cards or restaurant certificates. Children in the Student Council, consisting of two students from each class i...
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Robert Moses School in North Babylon dedicates new wing and gym
      The North Babylon Board of Education, school administrators, staff, students, parents and community members recently gathered to dedicate Robert Moses Middle School's new wing and gym. The wing features 12 new classrooms, while the gym is complete with a rock climbing wall and new lockers. After a ...
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E.W. Bower Elementary in Lindenhurst welcomes parents into the classroom
      Teachers at E.W. Bower Elementary School in Lindenhurst welcomed parents into their classroom as part of American Education Week. The "Invite Parents to School Day" emphasized the importance of parental involvement in a child's educational career.
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Babylon HS chemistry lab enhanced
      At Babylon Junior-Senior High School, students in the flame test lab have helped to improve the facility, based on their experiences in it. The lab serves as a "Who Done It?" environment introducing aspects of Forensic Science.
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West Babylon legacy of literacy
      The literacy legacy continues at West Babylon Forest Avenue Elementary School was recently visited by members of the Babylon Rotary Club and Clifford the Big Red Dog to celebrate literacy. The Babylon Rotary presented each child a $5 certificate which entitled them to purchase a book from their on...
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Beach Middle School in West Islip adopts families in need for the holidays
      Students in the Life Skills Class at Beach Street Middle School in West Islip have been fundraising for classroom activities and to adopt a family in need for the holidays. The students sold gifts, ornaments and raffles to their peers and building staff, reports their teacher Melissa Cuesta.
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Lindenhurst students recognized for Community Service
      T w e n t y - eight students from the Lindenhurst School District were recognized with Presidential S e r v i c e Awards, given to students who completed at least 50 hours of community service.
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Girl Scouts present the green circle to Marion G. Vedder Elementary School
      The Green Circle program focuses on developing positive social skills through appreciation and respect for human differences. Students in North B a b y l o n ' s Marion G. Vedder Ele m e n t a r y School became involved in d i s c u s s i o n s about being included and excluded by others on the ba...
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A trip to Boston for West Babylon Junior High students
      Eighth grade students at West Babylon Junior High School recently went on their annual overnight field trip to Boston, Massachusetts. Twohundred twenty students and 34 chaperones had an eventful two days touring historic Boston. The group participated in guided tours of the Freedom Trail and the N...
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West Islip students celebrate mix it up day
      The Udall Road Middle School in West Islip participated in National Mix It Up Day on November 14, a time during which students accept the challenge of bypassing social boundaries they perceive in school cafeterias, in order to meet new people and make additional friends.
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Coats for kids at Santapogue
      Santapogue Elementary School students recently participated in the Coats for Kids program sponsored through Assemblyman Robert Sweeney's office. Students and staff donated used coats for children and adults in need.
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Udall Road middle school students visit the Nassau County Museum of Art
      Students in Deborah Pulitano and Kathy Ryan's classes at West Islip's Udall Road Middle School enjoyed a trip to the Nassau County Museum of Art for cultural and historical enrichment. The exhibit features The American Spirit, consisting of paintings by Mort Kunstler. Regarded widely as the leading...
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