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Terrence Batts conducting the Lawrence High School orchestra in 2015. He said he was kept out of Honors classes as a student in the 1960s and ’70s, despite his clear academic abilities. Many students of color, he said, are automatically placed in lower-track classes, without regard to what he calls “intellectual heft.”

Reshaping class discussion on race and culture

Part three in a series. The New York State Education Department launched a new statewide curriculum in May intended to root out implicit bias and racism in all its forms in the schools while affirming students’ “racial, linguistic and cultural identities.” more

By Jeff Bessen and Briana Bonfiglio | 10/17/19

The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce hosted Fam Fest on Oct. 5. Young resident Jose Daniti had some fun while learning about the Fire Department.

Frolicking fall fun at Oceanside Fam Fest

Hundreds of community members, including residents, business owners and elected officials, attended the Chamber of Commerce’s annual Fam Fest event at Castleton Academy High School of Oceanside on Oct. 5. more

By Mike Smollins | 10/17/19

Oceanside resident David Sills, left, is the co-president of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, which helps families in need of support and seeks to end the stigma associated with mental health issues. Above, Sills presented a volunteer certificate to lan Witoff, who organizes NAMI’s annual walk and teaches one of its programs.

Oceanside resident heads National Alliance on Mental Illness

Oceanside resident David Sills said he has made it his mission to help families who have loved ones with mental health issues through the National Alliance on Mental Illness, which aims to end the stigma associated with those issues. more

By Mike Smollins | 10/17/19

Great pumpkin fest in Oceanside

The Oceanside Department of Community Activities hosts a pumpkin decorating extravaganza on Oct. 23 from 7 to 9 p.m. more

10/16/19

OceanCon at Oceanside Library

Oceanside Library hosts OceanCon on Oct. 20 from noon to 5 p.m. more

10/16/19

Nearby things to do this week in Oceanside, Island Park

Nassau County libraries will participate in The Great Giveback on Oct. 19, and each library hosts a special activity. more

10/16/19

Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital hosted its annual Soiree Under the Stars gala on Sept. 28. Nurse Tracy Thorn, left, was recognized with the Cupola Award, while Dr. Ricardo Cruz, center, was honored with the Mary Pearson Award. Above, the two recipients with Department of Medicine Chairman Dr. Aaron Glatt.

Mount Sinai South Nassau Hospital of Oceanside hosts annual Soiree Under the Stars gala

Hundreds of people gathered at the Seawane Club in Hewlett Harbor to celebrate Mount Sinai South Nassau hospital’s annual Soiree Under the Stars gala. more

By Mike Smollins | 10/10/19

Finance lecture at the Island Park Public Library

Learn how to structure your finances at Island Park Public Library on Oct. 17 at 7 p.m. more

10/10/19

Haunted house talk at Oceanside Library

Hear about the most haunted mansions on Long Island at Oceanside Library on Oct. 16 from 7 to 9 p.m. more

10/10/19

Nearby things to do this week in Oceanside, Island Park

EGP Oceanside hosts its family fall festival on Oct. 14 from noon to 6 p.m. more

10/10/19

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