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How To Help Student-Athletes Balance Academics And Athletics

LIMG August 24, 2023

The rigors of academia demand every student’s utmost devotion. For some, the challenges in the classroom are accompanied by the thrill of competition on the playing fields. Multi-tasking may be most associated with modern professionals, but many might have learned how to balance multiple

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Strategies To Help Transfer Students Adjust To A New School

LIMG August 24, 2023

A new school year presents a wealth of opportunities for incoming students. Students returning to the same school can build upon the previous year’s successes, while students transitioning from elementary school to middle school or middle school to high school can embrace the excitement and accept the challenges posed by continuing on their academic journeys. […]

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How Parents Can Pick The Right Backpack

LIMG August 23, 2023

Students need many different supplies to help them move to the head of the class. Teachers frequently post lists online before school begins or advise students in the early days of the new year. Therefore, parents may want to wait to go back-to-school shopping until they learn what’s needed. There is one piece of gear, […]

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What Parents Can Do To Be More Involved At School

LIMG August 23, 2023

Parents can make every effort to encourage children to make the most of the school experience, including academics and extracurricular activities. Though students’ level of engagement is ultimately up to them, parental involvement at school can be crucial for students’ success. According to the National Education Council, when parents get involved in their children’s

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Start Preparing For School Now

LIMG August 3, 2023

After a summer of relaxation, the start of a new school year generates mixed emotions among students. Many children look forward to being back on campus with their friends but may not revel in the idea of waking up early or doing homework each night. While summer break is a much needed-respite from the rigors […]

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John Glenn High School Welcomes Class of 2026 At Orientation

LIMG September 12, 2022

Photos courtesy of Elwood School District The Class of 2026 was welcomed to Elwood-John H. Glenn High School for freshman orientation on Aug. 30, where the incoming students were provided with an overview of tips for a successful start to the school year from students, staff, administration and the PTSA. Outgoing Principal Carisa Burzynski informed […]

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Merrick Kicks Off 100th School Year

LIMG September 6, 2022

Photos courtesy of Merrick Union Free School District The Merrick Union Free School District had a lot to smile about on Sept. 1. Not only was it the first day back to school but it also marked the district’s 100th school year of operation. “The staff of the Merrick Schools will continue to provide a […]

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Building Blocks Of Friendships In Port Jefferson Middle School

LIMG September 6, 2022

Photo courtesy of the Port Jefferson School District As students settled back into the routines of the 2022-23 school year, Christina Marino’s sixth grade class at Port Jefferson Middle School had some fun meeting new classmates. The students played “Get to Know You Jenga” a way to unite them through play, learn the importance of […]