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Parents line up outside Ann Street School in Newark (credit: CBS 2)

Parents Vie For Coveted Kindergarten Slot At Newark’s Ann Street School

There were well over 100 people on line, cordial but keenly aware they were competing to enroll their children in what is perceived to be the best kindergarten program in the neighborhood.

2011/04/27

Generic Stained Glass File Photo (credit: CBS 2)

NY Archdiocese Plans To Close 27 Schools

The archdiocese on its website said the closures of 26 elementary schools and one high school will affect roughly 3,700 students.

2011/01/12

Edward W. Bower Elementary School - Lindenhurst, NY - Oct 8, 2010 - Photo: Sophia Hall / WCBS 880

More School Closures, Teacher Layoffs Possible On L.I.

Projections of continued declines in student enrollment over the next decade have experts warning of more school closures, mergers, and teacher layoffs ahead.

2011/01/05

L.I. Residents Vote Down Plan To Close Schools

The bond proposal would have closed three schools in the Mineola district.

2010/10/27

Rockland Community College says enrollment is up about 6 percent from last year. (AP File)

Rockland Community College Sees Enrollment Boost

Rockland Community College’s Dean of Enrollment, Karen Gualtieri, says enrollment for the school is up about 6 percent compared to last year’s fall semester.

WCBS 880–2010/08/04

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