New York State Inspector General creates first Youth Advisory Council
New York State Inspector General Lucy Lang announced the creation of the first Office of Inspector General (OIG) Youth Advisory Council. This is a statewide
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Long Island students mobilize against tobacco marketing
Despite significant progress in reducing vaping among New York youth, more than 1 in 10 high school students still use e-cigarettes, and the use of
McDonald’s Soccer Champions receive educational scholarships
Three high school students from the New York metropolitan area—Angel Betancourt, Christian Rattray and Daniel Rojas—were crowned champions of the inaugural “Series Youth Series” tournament.
First responders inspire students at East Meadow
The playground at Bowling Green Elementary School in East Meadow, Long Island, was recently transformed into an interactive safety center; There, students in the district’s
Omar García appointed assistant principal of Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School
The Copiague School District has appointed Omar García as assistant principal of Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School, a position he takes on July 1.
Círculo de la Hispanidad celebrated a great night of academic awards and scholarships for students
For 45 years, and every year, the Círculo de la Hispanidad has held a tribute to the outstanding Hispanic students of the Long Beach School
New York students winners of the 2026 World Cup poster contest
The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and NYCxDESIGN celebrated the participation of public high school students from the five districts in the 25va.
Queens Public Library to Offer Free Lunches for Kids and Teens All Summer Long
The Queens Public Library (QPL), in partnership with New York Public Schools, will offer free lunches for children and teens throughout the summer at 48
New York State Attorney’s Office Reminds Students of Upcoming Changes in Loan Payment Plan
The New York State Attorney’s Office reminds student loan borrowers enrolled in the federal SAVE plan (Savings in a Valuable Education Plan) that it will
Amityville Tide Class of 2026 sets sail for new era
A sea of red caps and gowns filled the Amityville Memorial High School football field on June 27, as the Class of 2026 made history