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New York sues Trump administration over education fund freeze
Nearly $7 billion was slated for such things as after-school care, summer programs, teaching English to non-native speakers, and programs to recruit and train teachers in low-income areas.
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More charter schools, more choices1m read
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LI medical research, higher ed hurt by cuts2m read
Jericho student's gene research wins a top prize at International Science and Engineering Fair2m read

$221.9 million budget, with 3.7% tuition hike, approved for SCCC2m read

Nassau Community College budget with 3.3% tuition hike approved1m read

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Ex-student arrested after selfie with imitation rifle in front of LI school, police say1m read
Nassau teacher has 20-plus year perfect attendance record1m read

15 sets of twins graduating this month at 1 LI high school2m read
Beyond books: In Brentwood, library meets community needs with free services like Wi-Fi6m read

Teacher Spotlight: Lynbrook teacher helps kids make their ideas happen2m read

Trump move allows immigration agents to enter houses of worship and other 'sensitive' locations2m read
'We're not about going into schools': Nassau County exec, police commissioner say of immigration raids3m read
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