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Sunday, May 12, 2019
ANTHONY STANCO
"To my mind, life has strong metaphorical aspects that unite all people, regardless of their origins, attitudes, or actions. When I approach another person, I am essentially approaching myself in another form. It is impossible for me to distinguish myself from the rest of humanity. Still, I am capable of observations. When it comes to this school district, I feel something like I am Walter Huston dancing in the dirt. Or I am Fran shouting at Scott in Strictly Ballroom telling him he is a gutless wonder, because, in essence, he is selling himself out. . . ." READ MORE |
DAVE LUDMAR
"I am excited to announce my candidacy for re-election to the North Shore School Board, a complex and challenging role which I take seriously. I believe strongly in giving back to the community in which I live, and my experiences as a trustee, business owner, community leader, coach and parent have prepared me well to guide our district forward. Our community rightly demands excellent schools with a rigorous academic program, a focus on authentic learning for all students, and a broad offering of extra-curricular activities to help them prepare for successful lives beyond North Shore. . . ." READ MORE |
MARIANNE MANNING RUSSO
"I believe that the combination of my professional background and my experience as a member of the Board of Education makes me uniquely qualified to lead the District as it faces increasing fiscal and economic challenges while striving to maintain academic excellence. The combination of the reassessment by Nassau County and the decreased deductibility of the real estate taxes due to SALT coupled with the decommissioning of the Glenwood Landing power plant and the subsequent unscrupulous billing practices by American Water have created the perfect storm for taxpayer unrest. |
SARA JONES
"As your neighbor, a parent, and a tax payer, I see our schools as being at a critical juncture. Our district provides a strong, well-rounded education for all of our students, but we also face significant financial challenges while we work to ready our schools and students for the future. |
JERRY ROMANO
"North Shores effectiveness as an educational institution must focus on achieving the best possible academic outcomes for our children and our community, while being fiscally responsible. Metrics must be developed for evaluating effectiveness of staff who have intentionally systematically obfuscated national and state tests to measure their ability. . . ." READ MORE |
LAFAZAN CONDEMNS ISLAMAPHOBIA AND BIAS AT INTERFAITH PRESS CONFERENCE
March 8, 2019 -- Nassau County Legislator Joshua Lafazan (Woodbury), who represents areas of the North Shore School District, joined an interfaith coalition of community activists, religious leaders and elected officials at the Islamic Center of Long Island on Tuesday, March 5 to denounce Islamophobia and all forms of bias in our society. READ MORE
SC PRINCIPAL TO BE APPOINTED NS ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT FOR INSTRUCTION Dr. Zublionis at SC School in 2016
By Shelly Newman
NS Schools Public Relations Director March 8, 2019 Superintendent Dr. Peter Giarrizzo is very pleased to announce the recommendation for appointment to the Board of Education of Dr. Christopher Zublionis, as the next Assistant Superintendent for Instruction of the North Shore Schools, effective July 1, 2019. Dr. Peter Giarrizzo said, “Dr. Zublionis immediately emerged as a top candidate throughout the process. He is a thoughtful and intelligent leader whose unique experiences at the elementary, middle, and high school levels position him to support rich and challenging experiences for all learners. I am excited to partner with Chris to bring our strategic plan to life and our schools to the next level of distinction.” READ MORE BLOGS
THE GREAT BOOK GURU
ANN DIPIETRO AMITY AND PROSPERITY by Eliza Griswold Dear Great Book Guru, This Saturday, May 4 from 9am to 2pm, Sea Cliff’s Beautification Committee will be hosting its annual Plant Sale at St. Luke’s Church on Glen Avenue. I always get the most beautiful plants there and all the proceeds go to making Sea Cliff’s parks even more beautiful. After the sale, I’ll have time for a good book- perhaps something about the environment? SCBC Booster Dear SCBC Booster, I recently read AMITY AND PROSPERITY by Eliza Griswold- winner of the 2019 Pulitzer Prize for Non-Fiction.READ MORE ASSEMBLYMAN RA ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY Ed Ra (Northword)
March 2, 2019-- Assemblyman Ed Ra (R,C,I-Franklin Square) and the members of the Conference of Italian-American State Legislators are announcing the kick-off for their for their annual scholarship program.
Four scholarships will be awarded, each totaling $3,000. Two will be awarded based on academic achievement and two will be athletic scholarships. “This is a great program,” said Ra. READ MORE Local Museums and Exhibits
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NORTH SHORE SCHOOLS BUDGET VOTE AND TRUSTEES ELECTION ON TUESDAY, MAY 21
On Tuesday May 21, residents in the North Shore School District will have the opportunity to go to the polls and choose among five candidates running for three spots on the seven member Board of Education. The candidates include incumbents Sara Jones and Marianne Russo, both seeking a third three-year term, and David Ludmar who was first elected in 2016, as well as Jerry Romano and Anthony Stanco. For a comparison of the candidates' biographies, qualifications, and thoughts on issues facing the district click here.
NORTH SHORE MASQUERS PRESENT PIPPIN THIS WEEKEND
As told by a traveling troupe of actors led by the charismatic Leading Player, Pippin is the story of a young prince, heir to the throne, who is searching for his own “corner of the sky.” Pippin returns from university certain that he will find a fulfilling purpose in life. As encouraged by the Leading Player, Pippin dabbles in bloody battle, licentious and lusty entanglements, and savvy political maneuvers, only to discover that true happiness is more complicated than he thought. With infectious tunes by Stephen Schwartz, Pippin is both a humorous allegory about growing up and a dark tale of the danger of false appearances and empty promises.
Please join us on March 22 (7:30 PM) and March 23 (2 PM and 7:30 PM), HS Theatre. It is going to be a wonderful show! Remember, to purchase tickets at www.northshoreartsangels.org LITTLE KNOWN ASPECTS OF LONG ISLAND'S MARITIME HISTORY AT THE NORTH SHORE HISTORICAL SOCIETY
"Little Known Aspects of Long Island's Maritime History." Historian and former Newsday staff writer Bill Bleyer will offer highlights of his latest book, "Long Island and the Sea: A Maritime History," the first complete maritime history of Long Island, to be published by The History Press on April 8. He will discuss development of submarines and torpedoes, the landing of Pan Am Clippers in Port Washington, the world's most innovative whaling captain, and more. $10.00 Refreshments served.
North Shore Historical Museum 140 Glen Street Glen Cove, NY 11542 SCHOOL DISTRICT PENSION COSTS TO DECLINE NEXT YEAR BUT GOOD NEWS LIKELY SHORT LIVED
March 1, 2019 -- In an administrative bulletin released this past week and published on its website, the New York State Retirement System (NYSTRS) announced that school district pension costs will decline significantly this budget season as the percentage of total teachers' salary that districts are required to contribute to the fund will fall by nearly 17%. READ MORE
MEET THE CANDIDATES FOR THE SEA CLIFF VILLAGE BOARD ON MARCH 12
Residents packed St. Luke's Parish Hall at last year's Meet the Candidates forum. With an uncontested election, and as a result anticipated lower turn out, this year's event will be held in the downstairs meeting room at Sea Cliff Village Hall.
The Sea Cliff Civic Association will host its annual Meet the Candidates for Sea Cliff Village Board forum on Tuesday March 12th from 7:30 to 9:00 pm in the downstairs meeting room at Village Hall. This year's contest is uncontested. Mayor Edward Lieberman and Trustee Dina Epstein are seeking re-election, while Elena Villafane is throwing her hat in the ring once again for a return to the Board that she served on twice before - from 2003 to 2008 and 2014 to 2016. Trustee Deb McDermott is not seeking re-election. Polls will be open on Tuesday, March 19th from 12 noon to 9 pm at the Sea Cliff Department of Public Works garage at 66 Altamont Avenue.
AS SENATE DEMS ADVANCE SIMILAR BILL, RA URGES ASSEMBLY TO TAKE UP HIS NON-PARTISAN RESEARCH AND POLICY PROPOSAL Ed Ra (photo - NWN)
March 1, 2019 -- Assemblyman Ed Ra (R,C,I-Franklin Square), who represents areas of the North Shore School District, is urging his Assembly colleagues to sponsor and advance legislation he authored and has carried for years that would create a nonpartisan office of policy research and analysis that would serve lawmakers on both sides of the aisle.
With Senate Democrats quickly moving their version of the bill through committee, Mr Ra's office said through a press release this past week that "he sees an opportunity to get the issue on the governor’s desk and signed into law this year." READ MORE LOCAL ASSEMBLYMAN PROPOSES REFORMS TO PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENT SYSTEM Michael Montesano (Northwordnews)
February 28, 2019 -- Assemblyman Michael Montesano (R,C,Ref-Glen Head) announced in a press release this past week that he has introduced a bill that would direct the Department of Taxation and Finance to conduct a study to determine the feasibility of having the local towns take over the property assessment and grievance process in Nassau County, as is done in most of New York State. Nassau and Resselaer are the only counties that conduct their own assessments, and as a result are responsible for handling grievances and their resulting repayment. READ MORE
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