For high school seniors, the 2020-21 college application season has proven to be yet another challenge to navigate through during the COVID-19 pandemic. Across the Ivy League, selectivity among candidates dramatically increased: Ivy League institutions saw tremendous increases in the number of applications compared to last year. For example, Harvard University saw a yearly application…
Month: March 2021
COVID-19 Update
The COVID-19 virus still wields a tremendously deadly punch, and all protections must continue to be followed by individuals. However, there is some good news on the horizon. New York, and the rest of the nation, are continuing to see a steady reduction in the number of COVID-19 cases. This reduction in infections has led…
The Debate Over 3 Feet
School district leaders are hopeful for all in-person schools for fall 2021. Yet for this to become a reality some restrictions need to be revised so schools can accommodate all their students. One protocol being reviewed is the distance apart students can sit and remain safe. The current Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines are…
Tri-M
Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, numerous in-person planned events were canceled. However, every society and club in Plainview Old-Bethpage JFK High school is exploring innovative ways to effectively knit their community together despite the distance. The TRI-M society is making a study playlist – a youtube video compilation showcasing their members’ musical talent. From string…
Dr Seuss Controversy
Dr. Seuss Enterprises recently announced that six of the famous children’s books will no longer be published, due to the racist and insensitive imagery shown in them. The six books are And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street, If I Ran the Zoo, McElligot’s Pool, On Beyond Zebra!, Scrambled Eggs Super!, and The Cat’s Quizzer. Examples of offensive stereotypes…