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	After 50 years, the athletic field at Hempstead High&nbsp;School has gotten a much-needed&nbsp;makeover. The new $6 million complex features fresh turf, stands, goalposts and lights that will allow the school to host night games for the first time. NewsdayTV&#39;s&nbsp;Macy Egeland reports.&nbsp;
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A recent study from the CDC found that high schoolers who experienced racism at school were more likely to turn to substance abuse and/or develop mental distress, Newsday reporter Tiffany Cusaac-Smith has more on this story.

Survey explores link between racism in schools and student mental distress

Five educators in the region are ranked among the state's top earners while the number of educators earning at least $300,000 has risen 41% over the past three years.

Majority are superintendents, teachers and counselors

One family has been stepping to the beat of the drum, the cymbals and the bells in the Northport High School marching band since 1970. NewsdayTV's Shari Einhorn reports.

'It's just unbelievable. I see my grandson on the drumline'

Students at Nesaquake Middle School hosted a donation drive to help victims of Hurricane Milton. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa reports.

'Helping people out, it's really rewarding'

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Bernagozzi's testimony came hours before the jury heard from the plaintiff who is suing the district for failing to prevent the alleged abuse.

Former Bay Shore teacher denies sexual abuse allegations, while accuser calls him a 'monster' from witness stand

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Former Bay Shore teacher Thomas Bernagozzi on Monday denied sexual abuse allegations while testifying during a civil trial against the school district. Newsday courts reporter Grant Parpan has the latest.

Civil trial against Bay Shore school district continues with accused teacher's testimony

An expert on vaccine policy said it was a safe assumption that some parents obtained vaccinations as their children faced removal or were removed.

Number of parents, students in vaccination suit drops

Experts say it's vital for school staff to be wary of how racism can spur persistent feelings of sadness or hopelessness.

Survey: Experiencing racism in school may cause mental health problems for students

Robert "Bob" Baumann loved being a soccer coach for his four daughters and was an attorney for decades.

Robert Baumann, attorney from Rockville Centre, dies at 82

The Island's 124 school districts saw a 31% decrease in the number of white students and a 20.3% decline in the Black student population in the past decade, a Newsday analysis shows.

Population shifts in LI schools increase diversity, present new challenges, opportunities

The mother said she believed the principal and the school district would "handle any policy or procedure that came next" for teacher Thomas Bernagozzi following her complaint in the spring of 1987.

Ex-student's mom says she told principal about Bernagozzi's alleged sexual abuse in 1987

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Girl Scouts learned about Latino aviators for Hispanic Heritage Month on Sunday at the Cradle of Aviation in Garden City. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

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Mariachi classes are taught at Caroline G. Atkinson Intermediate School. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'It's special to me, that I'm in this group'

Community members gathered at a ceremony at Farmingdale High School to rename two streets in honor of Beatrice Ferrari and Gina Pellettiere, who died in a band bus crash last year. 

'Their time with us will never be forgotten'

A kindergartner in East Meadow was dropped off at the wrong school bus stop more than two miles from his day care center on the first day of school. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

'I don't even have words for that' 

The U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights is investigating a discrimination complaint based on color and national origin against the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District over a teacher's classroom discussions about Israel, according to documents on the department's website.

Feds investigating a discrimination complaint against Bellmore-Merrick Central High School

The Bay Shore school district will pay $20.25 million to five former students involved in sex abuse lawsuits. NewsdayTV's Ken Buffa and Newsday investigative reporter Jim Baumbach report.

'This is some kind of closure for them'

Lakeville Elementary School in Great Neck and South Grove Elementary School in Syosset were among 21 in New York State to be named 2024 National Blue Ribbon winners.

Two LI elementary schools named top in region

Students at Walt Whitman High School and Calhoun High School are embracing the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom. 

'I'm really excited to be a part of the future'

A school and community mourns and remembers those lost and injured in the marching band bus crash in September 2023. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports.

'We have grown as a community'

Administrators of Half Hollow Hills High School West are accused of censorship and discrimination after erasing a pro-Palestinian piece of art. NewsdayTV's Virginia Huie reports. 

'I feel deeply offended'

Following demonstrations on the Stony Brook University campus last spring, pro-Palestinian protests again took place Thursday, the first of this current school year. NewsdayTV's Drew Scott reports.

SBU demonstrations over war in Gaza resume

Hofstra students watched Tuesday night's debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. NewsdayTV's Jill Wagner reports. 

'I'm here for the history of it'

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