Undocumented students who attend New York schools can now apply for state financial aid thanks to passage of the Dream Act in this year’s legislative session. The state legislation, championed by the late Queens Sen. Jose Peralta, was inspired by the federal DREAM Act to offer legal status for eligible undocumented students who came to the United States as children. The bill never made it out of Congress.
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By HEATHER J. SMITH
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7/28/19
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In early May, a group of friends and colleagues gathered at Ethical Culture Fieldston School to say goodbye to teacher and educator Margaret Katz. Although she died almost year earlier, her 35 years of service has left an indelible mark on the institution.
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By HEATHER J. SMITH
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6/2/19
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High school students and their parents are invited to “Pathways to Career Excellence,” a day of workshops and information sessions about the transition to life after graduation.
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By HEATHER J. SMITH
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6/2/19
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Malakai Hart never really felt like he fit in at Ethical Culture Fieldston School.
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By ZAK KOSTRO
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3/31/19
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AmPark Neighborhood School will lift spirits with its annual spirit week next month.
During the week of April 15, students will participate in wacky and wild dress-up and events to fuel the morale …
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By HEATHER J. SMITH
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3/31/19
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It’s the proverbial turning of a page, sowing seeds for potentially paradigm-shifting change while holding leadership accountable.
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By ZAK KOSTRO
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3/24/19
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Just days after protests rocked its campus, Ethical Culture Fieldston school is heading to court after a senior there filed suit, accusing the prestigious private school of racial discrimination.
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By ZAK KOSTRO
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3/18/19
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Radio has changed quite a bit since WRCM went off the air in 2014.
Terrestrial radio continues to dominate, but not by a lot. Satellite stations like SiriusXM continue to gain ground, as do the …
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By SIMONE JOHNSON
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3/10/19
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The Kingsbridge Heights Community Center is gearing up for sunshine and warm weather, and is inviting the community to join. Or rather, register.
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By SIMONE JOHNSON
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3/10/19
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When it comes to running cross-country, Matthew Billings takes it both seriously — and literally.
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By SIMONE JOHNSON
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1/20/19
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