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Shining Science Stars At Copiague Middle School

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Photos courtesy of Copiague School District Copiague Middle School recently held its annual science fair. With 40 projects showcased, judges included representatives from the Copiague Chamber of Commerce, Northrup Grumman, SUNY Farmingdale’s STEP Program, Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High School and Copiague Middle School teachers and Walter G. O’Connell Copiague High
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Bellport Middle School Takes A Historic Tour

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Photo courtesy of the South Country School District The Bellport Middle School History Club, advised by Romelo Green, recently enjoyed a field trip to the Bellport-Brookhaven Historical Society. During the trip, students participated in a tour by Historical Society Director Tricia Foley, who showcased the Post-Crowell House, taught its history and discussed the families
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Birch Podcast Club Records First Episodes

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Photo courtesy of the Merrick Union Free School District Sixth graders in Melissa Froehlich’s Podcast Club at Birch School in Merrick Union Free School District began recording their first episodes on Jan. 3. “Students worked in groups to select and research a specific topic, interview peers, and record audio,” Froehlich explained. Keep your ears peeled […]
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Kids Can Set The Pace For Longterm Health

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Long-term health is not something that many young people routinely consider. After all, it’s easy to feel invincible during one’s childhood and adolescence. But the steps that young people take early on can affect their health as they get older. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, establishing healthy behaviors during childhood and […]
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Habits That Affect Cognitive Health

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Various changes to appearance and health are associated with aging. Issues such as diminished vision, waning muscle strength and gray hairs are among the more common and noticeable side effects of aging. Cognitive decline is another symptom often associated with aging, even if that needn’t be the case. Certain lifestyle choices can protect against cognitive […]