Town recognizes Korean American Day
The Town of Oyster Bay recently honored Pastor Sam, who oversees English Ministries at Arumdaun Presbyterian Church in Bethpage. The Oyster Bay Town Board recently recognized Korean American Day by honoring Pastor Sam, who oversees English Ministries at Arumdaun Presbyterian Church in Bethpage, for his spiritual leadership within our community and for his efforts to connect the Town with the proud history and
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rich culture of Korean Americans. Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino stated, “We are proud to celebrate Korean American Day in the Town of Oyster Bay by honoring people like Pastor Sam, who personify Korean-American values and culture. Throughout his tenure at Arumdaun
Presbyterian Church, Pastor Sam has distinguished himself for his empathy, hard work, and spiritual leadership. Pastor Sam serves as an inspirational role model for all of us, and we appreciate his incredible work in our community.”
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POB educator named Master Teacher
The Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District has announced that Jennifer Fitzpatrick has been selected for the New York State Master Teacher Program, joining an elite group of educators recognized for excellence in STEM education. New York’s Master Teacher Program is a professional network of K-12 STEM teachers from across the state that allows them to collaborate on ways to inspire the next generation of STEM leaders. Ms. Fitzpatrick now joins an impressive cohort of Master Teachers from within the Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District, including Master Teacher emeriti Jordan Pekor and Dame Forbes, as well as current master teachers Melissa Brophy and Tara Finn.
Jennifer Fitzpatrick These recognitions demonstrate the District’s dedication to providing an elite STEM education for its students. The New York State Master Teacher Program is administered See page 12
Library to present sensoryfriendly kids program On Sunday, March 22, at 12:15 p.m., Syosset Public Library will host a sensory friendly production, “Flat Stanley The Musical”, for children with autism spectrum disorders and their families. This production has been modified by Sunrise Theatre Company, and will be presented in the library’s theater. The performance will last approximately one hour. A calming corner with coping tools will be available for use outside the theater.
Seats will be available beginning February 9 for families with children on the autism spectrum and sensory sensitivities. Reserve seats by email splchildrens@ syossetlibrary.org or by phone (516-921-7185). Registration will open to all beginning March 9, if space is available. For more information visit the library’s website at www.syossetlibrary.org
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