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These Syosset Middle Schools Ranked Among Top 5 In Nassau County, Report Says These Syosset Middle Schools Ranked Among Top 5 In Nassau County, Report Says
These Syosset Middle Schools Ranked Among Top 5 In Nassau County, Report Says The grades are in and these middle schools are a cut above the rest, according to the community and school ranking site Niche. After considering a number of key areas, the following schools were ranked in the website’s 2025 “Best Schools in Nassau County” report: No. 1 - H. B. Thompson Middle School in Syosset No. 2 - Willets Road School in Roslyn Heights No. 3 - South Woods Middle School in Syosset No. 4 - Roslyn Middle School in Roslyn Heights No. 5 - Jericho Middle School All five middle schools earned an overall grade of A+, receiving top marks in the academics and teachers categories.…
School Aide Accused Of Falsifying Payroll Records In Uniondale School Aide Accused Of Falsifying Payroll Records In Uniondale
School Aide Accused Of Falsifying Payroll Records In Uniondale A Long Island school aide has been accused of falsifying payroll records claiming to work with a special needs student. Keenya Lessey, age 48, of Baldwin, allegedly submitted 19 falsified timesheets claiming to have worked with the fourth-grader with special needs in the Hempstead Union Free School District when she was not, and wrongfully collected more than $10,000 in pay, Nassau County District Attorney Anne T. Donnelly said. Timesheets claimed Lessey worked full-time with the student at the Academy Charter School in Uniondale during winter break and other d…
These Are New Jersey's Top Public Middle Schools: New Rankings Released These Are New Jersey's Top Public Middle Schools: New Rankings Released
These Are New Jersey's Top Public Middle Schools: New Rankings Released Niche has released brand-new rankings running down the best public middle schools in America. The first New Jersey school to crack the list was Alpine Middle School at No. 65, while The Davidson Academy in Reno, NV was ranked No. 1. ALSO SEE: These NJ Public High Schools Were Named Among Best In America Daily Voice broke Niche's rankings down even further to find the top public middle schools in New Jersey. They are: 10. L.C. Johnson Summit Middle School, Summit 9. Briarcliff Middle School, Mountain Lakes 8. Thomas R Grover Middle School, West Windsor 7. Sea Girt Elementary School, …
Assistant Principal Accused Of Failing To Report Student Assaults In Fairfax County: Police Assistant Principal Accused Of Failing To Report Student Assaults In Fairfax County: Police
Assistant Principal Accused Of Failing To Report Student Assaults In Fairfax County: Police As assistant principal in Virginia was charged after failing to report allegations about a special education teacher who allegedly assaulted multiple students, police say. Earlier this year, Elizabeth Yoshimi Nagagata, 62, a teacher at White Oaks Elementary School in Fairfax County, was arrested and charged after investigators received a referral in April regarding an educator who was caught assaulting a student at school. According to investigators from the Fairfax County Police Department, the investigation found that between September 2023 and April 2024, Nagagata allegedly assaulted thr…
These Are Bergen County's Top Public Middle Schools: New Rankings Released These Are Bergen County's Top Public Middle Schools: New Rankings Released
These Are Bergen County's Top Public Middle Schools: New Rankings Released Niche has released brand-new rankings running down the best public middle schools in America. The first New Jersey school to crack the list was Alpine Middle School at No. 65. Niche's rankings can be broken down even further to find the top public middle schools in Bergen County. They are: 20. Maywood Avenue School 19. Union School, Rutherford 18. Lewis F. Cole Middle School, Fort Lee 17. Charles DeWolf Middle School, Old Tappan 16. Glen Rock Middle School 15. Thomas Jefferson Middle School, Fair Lawn 14. Tenakill Middle School, Closter 13. Woodcliff Middle School, Woodcliff Lake 12. Riv…
These Are Virginia's Top Public Middle Schools: New Rankings Released These Are Virginia's Top Public Middle Schools: New Rankings Released
These Are Virginia's Top Public Middle Schools: New Rankings Released Several middle schools in Virginia earned top marks and are among the best in the state, according to a new Niche report. Mary Ellen Henderson Middle School in the Falls Church Public Schools System topped the list, followed by Lylburn Downing, Dorothy Hamm, and Rocky Run middle schools. Earlier this year, Niche also ranked the top public high schools in Virginia, a list that was topped by Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology. To determine the "best public schools in America," Niche's ranking was "based on rigorous analysis of academic and student life data from US Depar…
These Are Maryland's Top Public Middle Schools: New Rankings Released These Are Maryland's Top Public Middle Schools: New Rankings Released
These Are Maryland's Top Public Middle Schools: New Rankings Released Several middle schools in Montgomery and Howard counties are among the best in Maryland, according to a new Niche report. Cabin John Middle School in Potomac topped the list, followed by three in Howard County: Clarksville, Mount View, and Folly Quarter middle schools. To determine the "best public schools in America," Niche's ranking was "based on rigorous analysis of academic and student life data from US Department of Education along with test scores, college data, and ratings collected from millions of Niche users."  The results are similar to the top public high schools in the st…
Rutherford's Jack Hurley Shares Favorite Memories After Being Named Superintendent Of The Year Rutherford's Jack Hurley Shares Favorite Memories After Being Named Superintendent Of The Year
Rutherford's Jack Hurley Shares Favorite Memories After Being Named Superintendent Of The Year New Jersey, meet your superintendent of the year. Rutherford Public Schools Superintendent Jack Hurley, who has spent nearly 50 years in education, was named the state's top superintendent on Monday, Oct. 28 by the New Jersey Association of School Administrators. The American Association of School Administrators will choose the National Superintendent of the Year from among the statewide winners in March. Hurley never doubted that he chose the right field. “Education is the greatest profession,” Hurley said. “We create the foundation for every occupation and help shape the future o…
Ocean Township School District Offers Support After Student Hospitalized In Apartment Fire Ocean Township School District Offers Support After Student Hospitalized In Apartment Fire
Ocean Township School District Offers Support After Student Hospitalized In Apartment Fire A Monmouth County school community was rallying to support a family whose child was severely injured in an apartment fire, officials said. A Wayside Elementary School student was in stable condition at a hospital, Township of Ocean School District superintendent Kelly Weldon said in a letter to families on Monday, Oct. 28. The child was injured in a two-alarm fire at the Middlebrook at Monmouth apartment complex. Weldon said the district has counselors in its schools to support students. "Please join me in keeping this family and all Ocean families impacted by this fire clos…
New School Bus Stop-Arm Camera Program Announced In Westchester To Catch Illegal Passings New School Bus Stop-Arm Camera Program Announced In Westchester To Catch Illegal Passings
New School Bus Stop-Arm Camera Program Announced In Westchester To Catch Illegal Passings Nearly a dozen districts in Westchester will be participating in an all-new enforcement program that will use artificial intelligence to catch those who illegally pass stopped school buses, officials announced.  In an announcement on Tuesday, Oct. 22, Westchester County Executive George Latimer unveiled a new school bus stop-arm photo program meant to reduce the number of illegal passing.  According to Latimer, every vehicle in participating school districts' fleets will be equipped with cameras that will use AI to detect cars that pass stopped buses. The equipment will be provide…
Hendrick Hudson High School Student To Perform At Famous Concert Venues Hendrick Hudson High School Student To Perform At Famous Concert Venues
Hendrick Hudson High School Student To Perform At Famous Concert Venues After years of hard work, a Northern Westchester high school junior will be showcasing their talents at two iconic concert venues along with other gifted singers.  Alexandra Numeroff, a junior at Hendrick Hudson High School in Montrose, will be performing at Manhattan's Carnegie Hall and Australia's Sydney Opera House after being accepted into the WorldStrides Honors Performance Program as an Honor Choir member.  According to Hendrick Hudson School District officials, the Honors Performance Series recognizes students for their talent, dedication, and achievements shown i…
WATCH: Thousands Gather In Skylands Stadium For Funeral Of Turkish Dissident Fethullah Gulen WATCH: Thousands Gather In Skylands Stadium For Funeral Of Turkish Dissident Fethullah Gulen
Watch: Thousands Gather In Skylands Stadium For Funeral Of Turkish Dissident Fethullah Gulen Hundreds of people gathered at Skylands Ballpark for the funeral of Fethullah Gulen, a prominent Turkish Muslim cleric, who inspired a movement in his native country, on Thursday, Oct. 24. The funeral in Frankford Township caused delays in the area, with Sussex County Sheriff Michael Strada asking drivers to avoid the intersections of Route 15, 206, 565 and the surrounding area during the funeral. Gulen's official X account said that an estimated 20,000 people were inside and outside of the ballpark for this funeral. The stadium has 4,200 seats, the website says. 🔶Muhterem Fethullah Gül…
First Male President Of Georgian Court University Announces Retirement: 'I Am Deeply Grateful' First Male President Of Georgian Court University Announces Retirement: 'I Am Deeply Grateful'
First Male President Of Georgian Court University Announces Retirement: 'I Am Deeply Grateful' Georgian Court University's first male president will retire at the end of the academic year, officials said. Dr. Joseph Marbach announced he'll step down as head of the private Catholic college in Lakewood on Monday, June 30, 2025. He's also the first non-clergy member to be president of Georgian Court. Dr. Marbach said he'll establish a scholarship in his name for students in financial need, "helping future generations of GCU students achieve their academic goals." "Serving as President of Georgian Court University has been one of the greatest honors of my life," Dr. Marbach said in a st…
New Poll Reveals Long Islanders' Preference In Closely Watched Congressional Races New Poll Reveals Long Islanders' Preference In Closely Watched Congressional Races
New Poll Reveals Long Islanders' Preference In Closely Watched Congressional Races Fresh polling appears to show a political divide between two closely watched congressional races on Long Island. Democrat Laura Gillen leads incumbent Republican Rep. Anthony D’Esposito by 12 percentage points, 53 to 41 percent, among likely voters in New York’s 4th District, according to a Siena College/Newsday poll released Tuesday, Oct. 22 D’Esposito has represented the 4th District, which includes central and southern Nassau County, since 2023. The race was considered a tossup by The Cook Political Report. Earlier Report: Competitive Long Island, Hudson Valley Races Seen As Key …
Barstool Sports Lending Support To Family Of Eastchester Teacher Killed In Murder-Suicide Barstool Sports Lending Support To Family Of Eastchester Teacher Killed In Murder-Suicide
Barstool Sports Lending Support To Family Of Eastchester Teacher Killed In Murder-Suicide Following a horrific murder-suicide that left a beloved Westchester teacher and mom dead, community members and media company Barstool Sports are coming to the aid of her three children.  The outpouring of support follows the death of Eastchester Union Free School District teacher Arlene O’Neill, age 47, who was killed in a shooting at her Yonkers home on Chittenden Avenue on Wednesday morning, Oct. 16.  According to police, O’Neill, a fifth-grade teacher at the Anne Hutchinson School, was fatally shot by her husband, retired New York City Police Department officer…
Competitive Long Island, Hudson Valley Races Seen As Key To What Party Controls House Competitive Long Island, Hudson Valley Races Seen As Key To What Party Controls House
Competitive Long Island, Hudson Valley Races Seen As Key To What Party Controls House As Election Day draws closer, political pundits are closely watching three New York congressional races that could determine which party controls the House next year. Freshmen Republican Reps. Mike Lawler, Marc Molinaro, and Anthony D’Esposito – supporters of former President Donald Trump in districts won by President Joe Biden in 2020 – are all hoping for repeat wins in November. Here’s a closer look at their races. Mondaire Jones (left) and Rep. Mike Lawler. Campaign Facebook Pages 17th District: Lawler vs. Jones Lawler, whose 17th District represents all of Rockland and Pu…
CT State College Housatonic's New CEO Holds Open House At Bridgeport Campus, Tour Of Art Museum CT State College Housatonic's New CEO Holds Open House At Bridgeport Campus, Tour Of Art Museum
CT State College Housatonic's New CEO Holds Open House At Bridgeport Campus, Tour Of Art Museum Connecticut State Community College Housatonic's new CEO is inviting the community to an open house and tour of the Fairfield County school's Museum of Art.  Dr. Patricia Benson, who was hired to lead the college in July, is asking the community to see what the school has to offer, including its art collection during an open house on Nov. 6 from 4:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. at the Bridgeport campus at 900 Lafayette Blvd. "This is also a wonderful opportunity to meet our faculty and staff and learn more about our vibrant community college," Benson said. "Whether you’re interest…
Support Pours In For Over Century-Old Nursery Facing Financial Struggles In New Rochelle Support Pours In For Over Century-Old Nursery Facing Financial Struggles In New Rochelle
Support Pours In For Over Century-Old Nursery Facing Financial Struggles In New Rochelle Community members are coming to the aid of a nearly 130-year-old nursery in Westchester that has run into financial struggles now threatening its ability to stay open.  The New Rochelle Day Nursery, located at 115 Clinton Ave., has been an integral part of the city's community since its founding in 1895, providing education and care for children aged 18 months to 5 years old.  However, the private not-for-profit nursery is now facing "significant financial challenges" that are threatening to close the facility, according to Jonathan Larosa, who has organized a GoFundMe fundra…
Terri Breen Of West Orange Dies, 63 Terri Breen Of West Orange Dies, 63
Terri Breen Of West Orange Dies, 63 Terri Breen, of Essex Fells and later of West Orange, passed away on Oct. 14, 2024. She was 63 years old. Born Mary Theresa Faleskie on Dec. 12, 1960, at Tripler Army Hospital in Honolulu, HI, Terri graduated from Hawaii Baptist Academy and earned her BA from Pennsylvania State University, State College. After college, Terri moved to New York City, beginning her career in advertising at Doyle Dane Bernbach and later at Women’s Day Magazine. She left her career to focus on what she considered her most important job of all — raising her beloved sons, Conor and Liam. Devoted to their growth, …
East Orange Lays Off 90+ Teachers, Suddenly Schedules Half Day East Orange Lays Off 90+ Teachers, Suddenly Schedules Half Day
East Orange Lays Off 90+ Teachers, Suddenly Schedules Half Day A day after it laid off more than 90 teachers, the East Orange School District abruptly scheduled a half day for Thursday, Oct. 17. "Due to unforeseen circumstances, all schools will be on a half day schedule, today, October 17th," Superintendent Dr. Christopher Irving said. "We apologize for the late notice. Again, all students will be on a half-day schedule." On Wednesday, at a packed meeting, filled with concerned parents, teachers and coaches, the school board approved the elimination of 93 positions. Irving, who started as superintendent in July, said the moves were necessary with the …
Elementary School Teacher In Prince George's County Indicted For Coercion Of Child: Feds Elementary School Teacher In Prince George's County Indicted For Coercion Of Child: Feds
Elementary School Teacher In Prince George's County Indicted For Coercion Of Child: Feds An educator in Prince George's County has been indicted after allegedly coercing and enticing a child who was a former student, federal authorities announced. Bowie resident Mark Cobb, a former teacher at Cooper Lane Elementary School in Landover Hills, is now facing charges that include coercion and enticement of a child, as well as possession of child pornography, officials say. According to the indictment, between June 19 and June 25, the teacher allegedly engaged in a texting relationship with a 9-year-old student, during which he allegedly requested and received illicit photos fro…
Instructional Assistant At Langley HS Arrested For Obscene Sexual Display In Classroom: Police Instructional Assistant At Langley HS Arrested For Obscene Sexual Display In Classroom: Police
Instructional Assistant At Langley HS Arrested For Obscene Sexual Display In Classroom: Police An instructional assistant at a Virginia high school was arrested after allegedly touching himself inappropriately in a classroom, police say. Great Falls resident David Scalea, 40, who worked as a Langley High School Instructional Assistant has been placed on leave and is behind bars after a student caught him in the act, according to investigators. During school hours on Friday, Oct. 11, police say that a School Resource Officer was notified by administrators that a student observed an instructional assistant masturbating in a classroom behind his desk. Detectives launched an investigati…
New Rankings: Best Montgomery County Public High Schools New Rankings: Best Montgomery County Public High Schools
New Rankings: Best Montgomery County Public High Schools Niche has released its list of the best public high schools in America for 2025. One Montgomery County school, Lower Merion High School, was ranked seventh in the state of Pennsylvania and number one in Montgomery County. Here are the top 10 best high schools in Montgomery County, according to Niche. 10. Methacton HS.  9. North Penn Senior HS.  8. Upper Merion HS.  7. Upper Dublin HS.  6. Lower Moreland HS.  5. Plymouth-Whitemarsh Senior HS.  4. Spring-Ford Senior HS.  3. Wissahickon Senior HS.  2. Harriton Senior HS.  1. Lower Merion HS. Niche…
Riverside Marching Band Teacher Accused Of Sex With Student Has Teaching License Revoked Riverside Marching Band Teacher Accused Of Sex With Student Has Teaching License Revoked
Riverside Marching Band Teacher Accused Of Sex With Student Has Teaching License Revoked A New Jersey marching band director and teacher's aide accused of having a sexual relationship with a student has had her license revoked by the state's Board of Examiners, authorities announced. Michelle Jacoby, 27, who worked at Riverside High School before her arrest for aggravated sexual assault and child endangerment, was dealt another blow to her career after agreeing to relinquish her license. In 2023, Jacoby was arrested and later released after investigators said the student disclosed the relationship. The investigation later found that the two were allegedly in a relationship tha…
State Revokes License Of Edison Teacher Accused Of Stalking Student 'Boyfriend' For Years State Revokes License Of Edison Teacher Accused Of Stalking Student 'Boyfriend' For Years
State Revokes License Of Edison Teacher Accused Of Stalking Student 'Boyfriend' For Years State education officials have revoked the license of an Edison teacher accused of a years-long sexual relationship with a student, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Julius Coaccioli was found with child porn over in Summer 2023 but was slapped with new charges after one of the victims depicted in a video found in his home was identified as his former Edison Township Middle School student, according to documents obtained by Daily Voice (scroll down for details on the arrest). At its Sept. 19, 2024 meeting, the New Jersey State Board of Examiners (Board) reviewed an affidavit …
Parent, Student Arrested After Injuring Officer At Williamstown High School: Police Parent, Student Arrested After Injuring Officer At Williamstown High School: Police
Parent, Student Arrested After Injuring Officer At Williamstown High School: Police A parent and student were accused of assaulting a school resource officer and a staff member at Williamstown High School, authorities said. The unnamed adult and child were arrested on Friday, Oct. 11, the Monroe Township Police Department said in a Facebook post. The incident happened at around 9:08 a.m. and "required a large police response." The officer suffered injuries to his face and hands. "Behavior such as this is not acceptable and the Monroe Township Board of Education maintains zero tolerance for any individual who engages in threats, brings a weapon to school, or…
CODE RED: 'General Threats' Made Toward Montgomery College Cancels Classes CODE RED: 'General Threats' Made Toward Montgomery College Cancels Classes
Code RED: 'General Threats' Made Toward Montgomery College Cancels Classes Montgomery College was unexpectedly shut down on Friday afternoon after threats were made targeting the school.  A "Code Red" alert was issued on Oct. 11, to allow for an investigation into the threats that led to a closure of the campus effective as of 1:30 p.m. on Friday. "At this time, any information regarding an active threat on school property has not been deemed credible," the school said. MC Alert: URGENT - Code RedEffective at 1:30 p.m., Friday, October 11, @montgomerycoll will be CLOSED onsite and all remote operations/instructions/services are suspended. Please check you…
Clifton Mourns Losses Of Student, Principal Days Apart Clifton Mourns Losses Of Student, Principal Days Apart
Clifton Mourns Losses Of Student, Principal Days Apart Clifton is mourning the losses of a student and a school principal just days apart. Juel Martinez, a Clifton High School student, died on Sunday, Oct. 6 after a nearly-year-long battle with cancer, a GoFundMe campaign launched for his family says. He was 15 years old. On Monday, Oct. 7, School Two lost its dear principal Jennifer Lucas, as previously reported by Daily Voice. Her cause of death was not made public. The campaign launched for Juel says he was "full of humor and didn't let the sudden cancer destroy his spirits, always fighting hard for his family." As of press time, more than…
Beloved Farmingdale Educators Killed In Bus Crash Get Posthumous Street Naming Beloved Farmingdale Educators Killed In Bus Crash Get Posthumous Street Naming
Beloved Farmingdale Educators Killed In Bus Crash Get Posthumous Street Naming Long Island leaders are honoring two beloved educators a year after they were killed in a bus crash. The Town of Oyster Bay unveiled two new street signs in Farmingdale honoring late Farmingdale High School band director Gina Pellettiere and retired teacher Beatrice “Bea” Ferrari during a ceremony held Tuesday, Oct. 8. Pellettiere, age 43, of Massapequa, and Ferrari, age 77, of Farmingdale, died when a charter bus carrying the school’s marching band to a band camp in Pennsylvania overturned on I-84 in Orange County, in the town of Wawayanda, on Sept. 21, 2023. At least 43 people were also…
New Rankings: Best Chester County Public High Schools New Rankings: Best Chester County Public High Schools
New Rankings: Best Chester County Public High Schools Niche has released its list of the best public high schools in America for 2025. One Chester County school, Conestoga Senior High, was ranked second in the state of Pennsylvania and number one in Chester County. Here are the top 10 best high schools in Chester County, according to Niche. 10. Downingtown HS West  9.  Phoenixville Area HS  8.  East HS  7.  Henderson HS  6.  Downingtown HS East  5.  Bayard Rustin HS  4.  Unionville HS  3.  Great Valley HS  2.  Downingtown STEM Academy  1.  Conestoga Sen…
Community Rallying To Send Award-Winning Alexandria Crossing Guard Home To Trinidad Community Rallying To Send Award-Winning Alexandria Crossing Guard Home To Trinidad
Community Rallying To Send Award-Winning Alexandria Crossing Guard Home To Trinidad A beloved member of the Alexandria Police Department who has been a fixture in the community for decades is being remembered for his work and commitment to children following his death, now they are hoping to send his body home to Trinidad. School Crossing Guard Richard Thomas leaves behind a lasting legacy following his passing after years of directing traffic and bonding with students and families during an award-winning career in Virginia. The state's "Most Outstanding Crossing Guard" in 2023 "knew how to keep everyone in the world around him safe," organizers of a GoFundMe campaign wrot…