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Harvey Chapel arrived at Keuka College in 1989 chasing rebounds and fast breaks. Today, he manages more than $8 billion in assets as a leader at Barclays Private Bank in northwest England. Chapel, a 1993 ... more

High school students from Wayne and Cayuga counties put their environmental science skills to the test during the annual Envirothon competition held April 30 at the Montezuma Audubon Center. Hosted by the Wayne and Cayuga ... more

Moravia Central School District earned statewide recognition with two major awards at the 2025 New York FFA State Convention in Syracuse. Superintendent John Birmingham received the 2025 Administrator Recognition Award, while the district’s FFA chapter ... more

Groton Central School District is offering over 50 free summer camps and activities for local residents, thanks to its fourth year under the 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant, according to Tompkins Weekly. The programs, ... more

Keuka College honored the academic excellence, leadership, and service of its students during the 2025 Honors Convocation, held Saturday, May 3, at Norton Chapel in Keuka Park, New York. A celebration of scholarship and leadership ... more

The Midlakes One-Room Schoolhouse will open its doors to visitors later this month for a special open house and dedication ceremony honoring two long-time supporters. On May 20, the schoolhouse will welcome guests from 5 ... more

Students at Barclay Elementary School in Brockport are stepping into new opportunities thanks to a special donation from Reliant Credit Union. Reliant recently donated 58 pairs of high-quality sneakers to the Brockport Central School District ... more

Conflict is an inevitable part of life, even for children. However, resolving conflict among children with larger-than-life emotions can be difficult. Often, they lack the skills to express these emotions. Teaching kids how to resolve ... more

Midlakes Middle/High School has recognized a group of outstanding students for their kindness, a core value of the school community. The Art and Music departments selected the following students as Students of the Month for ... more

Students from Elizabeth Cady Stanton Elementary School recently created lasting memories during a special visit to Huntington Living Center in Waterloo. The 5th Grade Student Council partnered with Huntington staff to lead an afternoon of ... more

In a touching show of support, Lyons 5th-grade teachers surprised students with decorated hallways and personal letters of encouragement ahead of state testing, according to the Times of Wayne County. The notes, coordinated with families ... more

Two standout seniors were named Students of the Month for April by the Watkins-Montour Rotary Club, according to school officials. Emilia Rodriguez of Watkins Glen High School and Jackie Mace of Odessa-Montour High School were ... more

Cornell University has named rapper Gunna as the new Slope Day headliner after dropping singer Kehlani over her comments on the Gaza war, according to The Ithaca Voice. Kehlani’s public criticism of Israel, including statements ... more

Disney CEO Bob Iger will receive an honorary Doctor of Letters degree at Ithaca College’s 130th Commencement on May 18, according to the Ithaca Journal. Iger, a 1973 graduate, began his media career at Ithaca’s ... more

Keuka College students, faculty, and local volunteers came together for a day of community improvement during the annual Celebrate Service… Celebrate Yates event. Nearly 150 participants gathered on Sunday, April 27, at around 20 locations ... more

Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES has introduced a groundbreaking therapeutic program to support K–12 students with complex mental health needs. Launched in mid-November, the 8:1:1 Therapeutic Program offers a specialized environment for students whose needs exceed traditional school ... more

Auditions for the Phelps-Clifton Springs Community Theatre’s production of "The Sound of Music" kick off Friday at Midlakes High School, according to organizers. Adults and students in grades 11-12 can audition on Friday evening or ... more

Kehlani is speaking out after Cornell University canceled her Slope Day performance, citing concerns over her alleged antisemitic views, according to new reporting by Gannett. In an Instagram video, the singer firmly rejected the accusation, ... more

With the advent of the digital age, parents and teachers are always looking for new and creative ways to get kids interested in reading. Does your classroom contain any readers who are resistant? Then, stay ... more