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Archive for 'Education News'

A third of NY students are chronically absent. Schools want to reverse that COVID-fueled trend

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State to supply COVID-19 tests, masks in schools

The NYS Department of Education will survey school districts to distribute resources based on need Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

League of Women Voters to host “Common Read” discussion sessions

The League of Women Voters of the North Country invites interested readers to join a four-week reading and discussion group on Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. from September 21 to October 12 at the Clinton County Historical Association, 98 Ohio Avenue, Plattsburgh. The two books for discussion during this “Common Read” session are The […]

Third Annual Stop Reading Challenge underway

Literacy New York, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and advancing adult literacy announces the third annual Stop Reading Challenge. This statewide event takes place throughout September. The Stop Reading Challenge aims to raise awareness about the critical importance of adult literacy and recruit volunteers for this movement. One way for everyone in NYS […]

2023 ADIRONDACK HARVEST FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 23 FROM 12-5PM

Free Family-Friendly Harvest Celebration at Essex County Fairgrounds WESTPORT, NY- Celebrate the harvest season and learn about agriculture in the Adirondack region at the 2023 Adirondack Harvest Festival on Saturday, September 23rd from 12 to 5 PM at the Essex County Fairgrounds. This free, family-friendly event features a large farmers’ market, local food trucks, a “Local […]

Paul Smith’s announces new sound-focused attraction

Massive Forest Megaphone amplifies natural noise for deeper sensory experience Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Beekmantown Central School District debuts virtual yearbook showcase

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New York Giants name Saranac’s Everleth Coach of the Week

Giants Foundation, Gatorade to contribute $2,000 to flag football program Click here for the Sun Community News story 

PSU to induct five into Hall of Fame

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Two new scholarships make impacts at CCC

New scholarships announced by Assemblyman Billy Jones and Mike Carpenter Click here for the Sum Community News Story 

Student loan forgiveness starts for 800,000 borrowers: Here’s who qualifies

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UVM planning major housing expansion on Trinity campus

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SUNY Potsdam making big cuts

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Jacob Andre of Peru 1st Place Winner and Kaidence Spooner of Keeseville 2nd place winner in the Adirondack Center for Writing Essay Contest

August 10, 2023 – Adirondack Center for Writing and Adirondack Voters for Change are proud and excited to present the nine winners of this past spring’s “My Dreams for My Community” Essays Contest at a celebratory event and reading at Adirondack Center for Writing (15 Broadway, Saranac Lake) on Monday, August 28th at 7 PM. […]

Community Learning Series features Peru Fire Dept.

Beekmantown CSD names Mark Bessen interim superintendent for 2023-24 school year

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North Country, N.Y., school administrators attend summer seminars

PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. –– The 2023-2024 school year is near, so 30 administrators from the North Country of New York returned to the classroom for two days last week, eager to start their new year as leaders filled with HOPE (Hold On, Possibilities Exist). On Aug. 2 and Aug. 3, Sweethearts & Heroes held a North […]

Literacy New York’s Statewide “Stop Reading Challenge” Events Designed to Spark Conversations about Adult Literacy 

● Navigate the Maze of Life ○ 9/23/23 ○ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm ○ Rulf’s Orchard, Peru, NY Literacy New York, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and advancing adult literacy across the state, is proud to announce its upcoming “Stop Reading Challenge” events. These engaging and thought-provoking events will take place in […]

North Country libraries awarded construction grants

Plattsburgh, Keene and Saranac Lake libraries among the projects announced Click here for the Sun Community News story 

Girls’ basketball camp tips off for first time in Peru, N.Y.

“It’s super important to get the girls out here and get them playing,” said Peru High School girls’ basketball coach Brittany Marshall Click here for the MYNBC5 story 

New student loan repayment program debuts: How to apply

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Regular Peru School Board Monthly Meeting August 2023

The Peru CSD Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, at 7:00 PM in the High School Community Room. The meeting will be recorded and will be available on the District’s website at www.perucsd.org. The meeting is open to the public and current District, County, State and Federal […]

Per pupil spending in New York school districts ranked 1 to 670

Peru ranks #377 at $23,343 per student Click here for the Syracuse.com story 

August 22, 2:30 pm. The History of the Lozier Company and Family with Dick Soper

August 22, 2:30 pm. The History of the Lozier Company and Family with Dick Soper, The Grand Room, Meadowbrook Healthcare, 154 Prospect Ave., Plattsburgh. Lake Forest Senior Retirement Community, 8 Lake Forest Drive, Plattsburgh. The Lozier story includes rarely seen photos of the family and company operations. Henry Abrahm Lozier was an Indiana-born sewing machine and bicycle manufacturer.  After […]

Foundation of CVPH Invests in Hospital Workforce, Students

Funding addresses staffing shortages, supports employees’ growth  PLATTSBURGH, NY (7/25/2023) – The Foundation of Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital (CVPH) has awarded nearly $250,000 to support current and future health care workers pursuing further education. In total, 11 recent high school graduates and 30 CVPH employees are benefiting from scholarships provided by The Foundation of CVPH […]