Students' cellphone use has some school districts considering restrictions
"They've cultivated a dependency," one teacher said of students' attachment to their phones. "I think they're hooked in dangerous ways that we're not even talking about."
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"They've cultivated a dependency," one teacher said of students' attachment to their phones. "I think they're hooked in dangerous ways that we're not even talking about."
Voters went to the polls Tuesday. A record $771 million infusion of state financial aid for the region is allowing some districts to boost budgets while also curbing taxes.
The race may not be until Saturday, but the Friday before the Shelter Island 10K is still a busy day on the Island as many of the area's youth and race organizers prepare for the event and the annual pre-race pasta party is held.
Shelter Island School Superintendent Brian Doelger, Ed.D. (Credit: Reporter file photo) Students returning to classes on Shelter Island on Monday are to wear masks. That’s the message from Superintendent Brian Doelger, Ed.D., that went out to the school community shortly after 6:30 p.m. Sunday. There have been conflicting messages about whether students would have to continue to wear masks on Monday, but with no firm decision made, Shelter Island will continue its current policy. A decision should be coming from Albany sometime on Monday, but in the meantime, the poli...
(Credit: Reporter file photo) Islanders will be voting Tuesday on the proposed $12.38 million budget, of which just over $11 million would be raised from taxes if they endorse the school district’s spending plan. The vote takes place at the Shelter Island School gymnasium between noon and 9 p.m. If the budget passes, taxpayers would see: • An increase of $41.52 for the year or $3.46 per month for owners of property assessed at $655,000 • An increase of $63.48 for the year or $5.29 per month for owners of property valued at $1 million • An increase of $95.16 for ...