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Syosset Chamber to host virtual seminars for small businesses
BY RIKKI MASSAND
In its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Syosset Woodbury Chamber of Commerce strategized and partnered to present on-line Informational Seminars with area officials including County Legislator Joshua Lafazan, a Syosset native. On Monday,
April 6th, local experts presented valuable insights pertaining to the just released Small Business Administration programs. On Tuesday, April 7th , Lauren Linakis, Chamber member and business advisor from The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Farmingdale State College, presented infor-
mation on the programs and resources local business can utilize to weather the storm of the current economic downturn. The Chamber Board authorized this presentation as soon as it could be held, not waiting until the regular monthly meeting date as the information was time-sensi-
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School districts' budget votes, election pushed back to June
BY RIKKI MASSAND
During a special virtual Town Hall event hosted on April 7 by the Jericho School District, residents were advised that the annual school board election and budget vote will not be held on its originally scheduled date of Tuesday May 19; New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that it will be some time after June 1.
Once a new date has been established Jericho Public Schools will inform the community of it, including what changes to voting this year could be in effect as social distancing measures continue.
Superintendent of Schools Hank Grishman explained that one potential date mentioned by the governor’s office was the third Tuesday of June (June 23). He said that discussion noted the potential to proceed without in-person voting as the district could send people applications for absentee ballots, which could be mailed back for residents to receive a ballot-by-mail. The ballots could be mailed out using Jericho Schools’ newsletter mailing list, and the cost of that could be “tens of thousands of dollars.”
“How this unfolds will be a directive coming from Gov. Cuomo
so we would have no choice but to follow that to the letter of the law,” Grishman said. The school district’s attorney Chris Powers of Ingerman Smith has been directly involved in conversations with the governor’s office and the district, and during the April 7 virtual Town Hall he said the mail-in ballot idea had been mentioned for the last two weeks.
School Board Trustee Barbara Krieger asked about the counting of mailed-in ballots, and who in Jericho Schools (staffing) would be charged with the task. District administrators say they’d be guessing without guidance from the state at the current time.
“We do have sources in Albany that will inform us of exactly when the election would be, and this will be very cumbersome for district administration. Elections can be very sensitive as you have to watch out for fraud, obviously as we cherish the accuracy of our elections. The district must do what it’s told to do and follow 100%,” Powers said.
Krieger commented that there is the possibility that more ballots would come in and the better response would be overflowing to
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Mr. Syosset remembered: Gus Scutari passes at 99 years of age
BY RIKKI MASSAND
The Syosset Woodbury community took time during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and stay-at-home orders on Long Island to celebrate the life and legacy of a hometown hero, World War II veteran Constantino “Gus” Scutari, who passed away at age 99 on April 9, 2020.
Scutari’s death last week was announced by American Legion Post 175, however he was in the limelight as the month began when a drive-by “Happy Birthday” salute and festivities occurred at his last Syosset home, the Cold Spring Hills Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation at 378 Syosset Woodbury Road. There, family members Kim and Nicole Rampanelli drove up to the facilities, waved signs and balloons and sang Happy Birthday. Gus and his wife Frances watched on from the window, and several distinguished community members took note of the special occasion.
Town of Oyster BaySupervisor Joseph Saladino posted the following message conveying special 99th birthday wishes to Gus:
“Happy 99th Birthday Gus! Due to the health crisis, his family celebrated from outside his nursing home window in Woodbury. Gus Scutari, a member of the New York State Senate's "Veterans Hall of Fame," is a patriot. During WWII, he was just 24 years old when a kamikaze plane struck his ship and instantly killed 14 of his closest comrades. From that day on, he's never taken life for granted and has remained an important fixture in Syosset.”
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For many years Scutari served as grand marshal of the Memorial Day Parade in Syosset’s downtown, strolling
Jackson Avenue. And in his 90’s Scutari was honored with a citation to recognize his bravery in serving his country from Nassau County Legislator, Syosset High School Class of 2012 graduate and former Syosset Board of Education member Joshua Lafazan. Generations before Syosset native son Lafazan, Scutari set a precedent of taking the title “Mr. Syosset.”
Syosset Woodbury Chamber of Commerce President Maureen Nickel commented on Gus Scutari, calling him “a gift to the greater Syosset and Woodbury community and to the country which he served so proudly.”
“On April 2 he celebrated his 99th birthday, but for people like Gus, 99 years on this earth simply isn’t enough! When he turned 90, he told me he would stay here until age 100, but I guess he’ll have to celebrate next year in heaven!”
Nickel, a longtime Woodbury resident and owner of BrightStar Home Health Care, said.
Michelle Russo, director of Therapeutic Recreation at Cold Spring Hills Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, explained that Gus Scutari had the uncanny ability to reach people of all ages, “in a positive way while living life to the fullest.”
“Gus loved singing his wedding son, “Everyday of my Life” by Bobby Vinton to his wife, Francis. Both of them here were always very ‘happy-go-lucky’ with Gus always roaming around the facility, making people laugh and putting smiles on their faces. I know he enjoyed attending all Recreation activity programs…. And Gus always made sure his wife attended next to him,” she told the Advance.
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Both Russo and Mary Beth Heinecke, director of adult daycare and social worker at Cold Spring Hills, are active members of the Syosset Woodbury Chamber of Commerce. In the last several weeks Recreation department schedulers have increased programs at CSH to make sure the residents’ days are filled with meaningful activities.
During this pandemic while family
visits and other guest activities have been shuttered, Russo noted that senior residents are consistently provided with the opportunity to communicate via FaceTime with their loved ones.
“Following all recommendations by the CDC, all visitation has been restricted to maintain resident safety. All Cold Spring Hills Staff are working round the clock to provide the utmost care as they are our No. 1 priority,” she said.
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Legislator seeks ban on commercial pet sales
BY GARY SIMEONE
Nassau County Legislator, John Ferretti,of the 15th legislative district, recently penned a letter to New York State governor, Andrew Cuomo, asking him to consider restricting the sale of pets at local pet stores. Pet stores have been deemed an “essential business” because they provide vital supplies to residents to ensure their animals are properly taken care of.
“Pet stores are currently open so that residents can get food and supplies for their pets and they are still permitted to sell animals,” said Ferretti, who sent his letter to the state government last
week. “The intent of my letter was to keep these commercial stores open but to temporarily restrict the sale of dogs, cats and rabbits. I understand that these businesses provide vital supplies to residents to ensure their pets are well taken care of, however in these uncertain times, we must take every precaution.”
Ferretti said that there were multiple reasons for his proposal including safety and legal precautions.
“I listed three reasons in my letter, including the unknown transmission factor of Coronavirus between pets and people, the details that go into the overall transaction process and the fact that the Department of Agriculture has tem-
porarily stopped inspections of breeding areas due to the virus,” said Ferretti.
He added that the main point that he wanted to highlight in his letter was the unknown transmissibility factor of humans transferring the Coronavirus to their pets and vice versa.
“To date, scientists have been unable to confirm whether animals can spread COVID-19 to humans. What we do know is that animals, specifically those bred in less than acceptable conditions, have spread viruses to humans in the past. For this reason, while pet stores should be permitted to remain open for the sale of food and supplies, selling dogs, cats and rabbits at this time, should not be
considered essential.”
Ferretti said that he wanted pet owners not to interpret his message as a reason them to abandon their current animals.
“This is about people not bringing new animals into the family home that are strictly being sold at commercial pet stores,” said Ferretti. “This does not apply to the adoption or fostering of animals and people should not be concerned about their current pets,” said Ferretti.
Ferretti said his main concern is with stopping the spread and flattening the curve of the Coronavirus.
Jericho School district hosts virtual town hall
BY RIKKI MASSAND
The Jericho Board of Education and school district administrators hosted a virtual ‘Community Forum’ on Tuesday night April 7, 2020, through Zoom and Facebook Live.
Board President William Ferro said the virtual meeting with everyone participating online was an example of social distancing with no group gatherings, “as Jericho Schools are doing what we can to help flatten the curve in the community, which has really helped us with overall numbers within our school district.” Over 100 people watched the Town Hall in real-time and several submitted questions via online chat.
Superintendent of Schools Hank Grishman commented that due to the COVID-19 pandemic the picture appears bleak for the 2019-2020 school year to resume with physical classes and events.
“I do believe from our conversations with the Board of Regents and NYSED that the likelihood is strong that we will not be back in session for schools between now and June 30. We will continue to plan and frankly as we look at events for the district, events in April, May and June, we have already cancelled the vast majority of our school district events and recognitions for April and May but as of today we’re holding on for June. One of the things we are feeling terrible about is our senior class at Jericho High who are potentially losing 40% of their senior year, senior awards, the prom and parties as well as graduation. What we are looking at is if the date to close until extends to June 30, can the district either virtually or in reality try to host some of those events as well as events for our fifth grade moving up and our 8th graders at Jericho Middle School moving up,” Grishman explained.
He said there’s potential for the events to either be held virtually or, if
permissible with opening of school facilities, hosting such ceremonies in July or August.
“Of course this depends on how long school closures extend, but to parents, students and families please know that looking into an opportunity to recognize our graduating seniors this year is of the highest priority.. Whatever we can do is what we’ll try and do. Our high school administrators are on it and we are already considering the potential of what might be given the possibility that we’re closed through June 30,” Superintendent Grishman said.
Pressing questions Jericho School District has been on the receiving end of during the pandemic’s surge in suburban New York and on Long Island in early April mainly revolve around “what returning to school could look like” with potential for the 2020-’21 academic year, if the schools can be open in September.
The district read chat questions from community members asking what summer school programs could look like, if kids could attend.
“Those are questions and issues that while we are in the first weeks of April, we won’t deal with until we’re further into this school year. Perhaps in time we’ll have some sense of a return date,” the superintendent said.
Grishman shared information with school board members and administration that Rutgers University, with its three New Jersey campuses, announced that it is shut down and continuing with remote learning only through at least August 18, 2020.
Inquiries from the community leading up to and during the virtual Town Hall also looked at potential for social distancing in schools and in society in general.
“Right now we are and we will continue to follow very closely the guidance we receive from medical professionals that work in the Nassau County
Department of Health and the New York State Department of Health. We will follow those directives in terms of any accommodations that we need to make,” he explained.
Superintendent Grishman read from an email he received from a colleague working in the health and safety field.
“Today (April 7) he points out that we have recorded the highest number of deaths in New York State than we’ve seen on any other day -- there were 731 deaths in the state as of 5 p.m. tonight since yesterday, with 934 newly confirmed cases in Nassau County,” said Grishman.
He commented that this grim reality carries an equation for the local schools community. The district continues vigilance and concerns over the health and safety of staff members, families of staff members, residents and others
who have either tested positive or are showing symptoms of Coronavirus, the superintendent noted.
“This pandemic is all around us. Obviously the challenge of the week, two or four weeks ahead is definitely upon us. This underlines the need for us to keep social distancing as it is helping. We need to emphasize this practice and four our parent community and our staff members -- we wish everyone good health and we wish that they must follow social distancing directives. Pay attention to what’s really important,” Grishman commented.
“As the next couple of weeks unfold we will keep you well-apprised of any decisions that we get from Gov. Cuomo’s office or from the New York State Education Department as with any decisions we make relevant to dealing with courses and grading,” he said.
NY deserves the truth
To the Editor:
All New Yorkers must question Dr. Howard Zucker, New York State Health Commissioner, who had previously served as Assistant Director-General at the World Health Organization (WHO).
According to www.health.ny.gov/ Commissionerbio/ Dr. Zucker had a previous role as first deputy commissioner...where he worked on the State Department of Health’s preparedness and response intiatives in natural disasters and emergencies.”
Furthermore, Dr. Zucker had previous experience as a “White House Fellow,” during 9/11, under then-Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy Thompson.”
Specifically, given Dr. Zucker’s extensive background, access to health experts, and previous experience at the WHO, what did Dr. Zucker really know between December 2019 and March 2020?
Why did Dr. Zucker mention a surge of flu cases in December 2019, in a January 9, 2020 press release, but did little until March 2020? Why did every single press release omit references to China and other countries until January 24th?
In the January 24th press release, Governor Andrew Cuomo said, I want to assure New Yorkers that we are prepared.” How exactly was New York State prepared for a disaster? Almost 20 years after 9/11, can New Yorkers get some honest answers?
In the same January 24th press release, Dr. Zucker said, “This virus is being carefully monitored at federal, state and city levels to ensure the public’s health and safety, and while awareness is important, the current risk to New Yorkers is low.” Really,
a surge in flu cases in December 2019, and now the risk to New Yorkers is low? As far back as January 3rd, the press release from the New York State Department of Health says, The latest influenza surveillance report shows another sharp increase in flu cases and flu-associated hospitalizations...lab-confirmed influenza up 34 percent from the previous week.” Was the State’s Health Commissioner reaching out to hospitals to make sure they were prepared for this “surge”? Any records of phone calls or emails sent?
In a February 2nd press release, Dr. Zucker said “Bottom line, as this public health response evolves, we continue to be prepared.” On February 20, Dr. Zucker publicly recommended that “People should remain vigilant by getting vaccinated.” This is followed by Governor Cuomo, in a press release on February 27th, stating “If you haven’t already been vaccinated it’s not too late. I urge you to get a vaccine.” Within a week, in a March 1st statement, Governor Cuomo informs the public of the first case of the coronavirus in New York State, adding “There is no reason for undue anxiety - the general risk remains low in New York.”
Wouldn’t Dr. Zucker, former White House Fellow, have access to his former colleagues and a presumably long list of contacts of health experts with the WHO and around the world? Did he discuss the situation with the CDC or anyone at the federal, state, or city level? What exactly did he know and did he fail to disclose information either to his boss, or all New Yorkers? If Dr. Zucker was negligent, he should be held accountable.
There are numerous questions that must be answered. New Yorkers deserve the truth.
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Syosset Board of Education to livestream monthly meeting
The Syosset Board of Education will hold its next monthly public meeting via livestreaming on Tuesday, April 21st at 8 p.m. on the Syosset School District website, www.syossetschools.org
Members of the public who would like to submit a question or comment to the board may do so by submitting it via email to districtclerk@syossetschools. org by 4 p.m. on Friday, April 17th.
Bethpage senior appointed to three service academies
Alexandra Midgette, a senior at Bethpage High School, received appointments to three of the United States service academies: the Military Academy at West Point, the Naval Academy in Annapolis and the Coast Guard Academy in New London.
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Alexandra Midgette, a senior at Bethpage High School, received appointments to three of the United States service academies: the Military Academy at West Point, the Naval Academy in Annapolis and the Coast Guard Academy in New London. She has chosen to accept the appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy.
played on multiple sports teams, serving as a captain for four of them.
To round out her athletic accomplishments, Alexandra was also a member of the U.S. Marines Youth Foundation National High School Physical Fitness Program, in which she captured first place in the individual and team competitions in 2019.
Her impressive experience continues into the community. Alexandra has volunteered her time and effort her entire high school career, serving on Athletes Helping Athletes, coordinating food and blood drives, tutoring fellow Bethpage students and volunteering at various charitable activities and events. Her well-rounded and robust resume of endeavors were the cornerstone in achieving the ultimate goal of attending a service academy.
“Academies seek candidates that are well-rounded academically, physically and morally,” Alexandra said in regard to preparing for the rigorous application and admissions process. “I took AP classes junior and senior year that were in line with academy requirements, remained committed to my leadership roles in four varsity sports and devoted my spare time to volunteer work and leadership positions.”
Throughout her academic, athletic and altruistic undertakings, Alexandra found a mentor in AP Biology teacher, Marine Fitness Team coach and former Navy Submariner John Como. She credits him with recognizing her potential for leadership and always pushing her to succeed. “Mr. Como has never let me give up on anything and I have him to thank for much of my warrior spirit,” Alexandra said. “He gave me an outlet where I could go practice and forget about everything else.”
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Dedication and perseverance run in Alexandra’s family, which bolstered her desire and motivation to attend a service academy. “My inspiration comes from my brother, who is a midshipman at the Naval Academy. I am determined to follow that same course and dedicate myself to a career of naval service expanding my character and leadership abilities.”
Alexandra’s high school career has been decorated with recognition and achievement. Ahead of her appointments, Alexandra attended special summer programs for each academy. She served as senator on her school’s student council all four years, was inducted into the National and World Language Honor Societies and is an active member in multiple clubs and community groups, such as the Student Civic Club and 21st Century Scholars. She has
After receiving her multiple service academy appointments, Alexandra was faced with a decision to make. Although, it seems it was apparent she always knew which she would choose. “By pushing myself in all of my endeavors, I realized I have been a midshipman in the making for most of my life. The Naval Academy is where I belong.”
Alexandra will achieve the honor of serving the country as a U.S. Naval Officer in attending the Naval Academy. She is grateful for the honor to go down the same path as those she admires and respects.
“The ability to take my place following in the footsteps of my brother, Midshipman Daniel Midgette, Mr. Como and hundreds of my family members who have served in the United States Coast Guard is truly heartwarming. I strive to graduate and commission as a United States Marine Corps Aviation Officer. Semper Fidelis.”
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Bethpage students virtually tour historic French sites
John F. Kennedy Middle School foreign language teacher Kristin Jaklitsch is taking her seventh grade French students on a virtual field trip to visit some of France’s most historic sites. Pictured is her class on a recent trip to Quebec, Canada, connecting their language lessons with the French culture. Photo courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District
Foreign language teacher Kristin Jaklitsch from John F. Kennedy Middle School in the Bethpage School District is taking her seventh grade French students on a virtual field trip to visit some of France’s most historic sites.
Following an early March trip to Quebec, Canada, Ms. Jaklitsch’s class was eager to continue the cultural activities that connect them further with the French language. In order to do this, Ms. Jaklitsch took advantage of the many virtual tours being offered during school closures. Using QR codes, her students will visit famous French monuments, such as the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, on their digital devices. They will then complete a worksheet with specific questions on each location.
“In the new virtual setting, I want to try to incorporate more culture into my lessons,” said Ms. Jaklitsch. “While it’s important to learn and use the French language, I also firmly believe students should have a sense of appreciation for the culture behind the language.”
Police seek driver in fatal Hicksville hit and run
Vehicle similar to one that struck and killed a pedestrian on West John Street on March 3rd.
Nassau County Police are continuing to seek information in a fatal hitand-run crash that killed a Westbury woman on March 3rd.
According to police detectives, while crossing West John Street at the intersection of Kuhl Avenue, Gladis Bonilla, 54, of Westbury was struck by a 2018-20
model year Toyota Camry that left the scene in an unknown direction. Bonilla suffered multiple trauma injuries and was pronounced deceased at scene. Detectives request that anyone with information regarding this incident call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous.
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Levittown schools honored for top-notch music program
The Levittown Public Schools was once again recognized as one of the nation’s Best Communities for Music Education by the NAMM Foundation. This is the seventh consecutive year that the district earned this prestigious honor for its high commitment to music education and access to music instruction for all students.
Levittown is one of 754 school districts in the nation to receive this distinction for 2020. In addition to band, orchestra and chorus, the district offers piano, guitar and digital music production. Extracurricular ensembles also provide enrichment opportunities for
students.
“This designation is due to the commitment of the Board of Education and central administration to fund and support our program, the principals who partner with us to provide quality instruction, the clerical, custodial and the buildings and grounds personnel, who support us in every way,” said Vincent D’Ulisse, curriculum associate for music. “We especially give appreciation to our music teachers who work tirelessly with our students and do so much to involve the community in our wonderful performances.”
Levittown students in grades 3-5 are eligible to participate in the district’s instrumental music program for band and orchestra. Pictured is Northside Elementary School music teacher Christopher Rispoli (right) instructing students in band class.
Town asks state for tax deadline extension
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most local governments have restricted or fully suspended in-person interactions at their facilities. Town Supervisor Joseph Saladino and Receiver of Taxes Jeffrey Pravato have urged the state to extend the collection date from its originally-scheduled May 11th date
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“As every level of government continues to do everything possible to assist the public as we confront this pandemic, the safety of our residents needs to remain our primary focus,” said Supervisor Saladino. “As we enter undergo the peak of this public health crisis, Tax Receiver Pravato and I have requested a deadline extension for payment of the second half of school taxes
for a period of 30 days – until June 11th – without imposition of a penalty.”
The Receiver’s Office, although still open, has suspended in-person visits to both its Oyster Bay and Massapequa locations. Residents have been encouraged to make their payments on line, where Receiver Pravato arranged for taxpayers to remit payment via eCheck at a reduced fee. Residents can alternatively pay via credit
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“We are currently coordinating the collection of the second half of school taxes for 2019-2020,” Receiver Pravato added. “Extending this deadline is critical in helping us continue our efforts to protect the safety of our residents.”
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Levittown students can join drama clubs starting at the elementary level. Pictured are Wisdom Lane Middle School students performing “Into the Woods Junior.”
High school students in the Levittown Public Schools can participate in a variety of ensemble groups. Pictures are members of the MacArthur High School Chamber Ensemble.
Levittown shows its appreciation for essential workers
Members of the Levittown Public Schools community are giving back to workers on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic. From creating and donating masks, to donating food and supplies, Levittown staff members are showing their support and making a difference from their own homes.
Art teacher Rachel Herbert from Gardiners Avenue Elementary School and teaching assistant Patty Coppola from Division Avenue High School have started making masks for those in need. Herbert has already created more than 200 masks and plans to continue doing so until they are no longer needed. Many of the masks have been delivered to nurses and doctors in local hospitals including the Mount Sinai Intensive Care Unit and emergency units at Good Samaritan Hospital, Huntington Hospital, Southside Hospital and St. Francis Hospital. She even sent a dozen masks to an emergency room in Boston, MA. In addition, Herbert has donated masks to workers at the Coronavirus testing site at Jonas Beach, workers at a nursing home in Huntington, essential workers such as mail carriers, custodians and grocery staff, and to those who are immune compromised or elderly.
“This has been such an amazing experience and in light of such horrible times,” said Herbert. “I have seen such a beautiful connection in the Long Island community. Nothing makes me feel better that being able to help others doing what I love.”
Coppola is also taking her talents and putting them towards the greater good. Using her sewing expertise, she has created more than 150 masks and does not plan on stopping anytime soon. These masks have been donated to co-workers, family, friends, healthcare facilities and even workers at a pet hospital. To get others involved, Coppola has left sewing supplies such as machines, fabrics and elastic out for curbside pickup for friends to help and has facilitated FaceTime lessons on how to make a mask using these tools.
“It has been a great experience,” said Coppola. “I am happy to help people and I hope that I am able to protect some from getting the virus.”
Some staff members from Wisdom Lane Middle School have also done their part by donating supplies to help make protective gear for healthcare workers. Dayton T. Brown, Inc., a company of engineers, labo-
Medical professionals at Mather Hospital in the face shields that were created with Wisdom Lane Middle School’s overhead projector transparency paper.
ratory and technology specialists, was seeking materials to make shields for masks, specifically plastic. The company developed a mask prototype to protect emergency room staff at Mather Hospital. Wisdom Lane teacher Meghan Olsen reached out to her colleagues to see if they could help. Together, the staff donated packs of overhead projector transparency paper to be used as face shields.
In addition, some Levittown staff members have
Members of the Syosset Hospital Respiratory Department gave thanks to Suzann Duzant from Lee Road Elementary School for donating food.
Photos courtesy of the Levittown Public Schools
provided the gift of food to frontline workers as a token of their appreciation. Staff members from Abbey Lane and East Broadway elementary schools raised around $2,000 to purchase dinner for staff at Nassau University Medical Center, and Suzann Duzant, secretary at Lee Road Elementary School, donated trays of food for healthcare workers at Syosset Hospital.
for essential
Division Avenue teaching assistant Patty Coppola has sewed more than 150 masks for those in need.
Gardiners Avenue art teacher Rachel Herbert created more than 200 masks
workers.
Message from Congressman Tom
Yes, this is a tough time. No getting around that. Some of us are sick. We all know someone who has died. Some folks are truly worried about not only their health, but their finances. We are isolated from our friends, neighbors and family. Some are doing their jobs from home while also home schooling their children. And some are suiting up with face coverings and gloves to do their “essential” jobs or just to go shopping. We are all grateful. We are all affected.
Throughout our nation’s history, the resilience and spirit of Americans in times of hardship have been proven over and over again. We will come out on the other side of this. In the meantime, we are a country that has faced crisis many times, and standing strong and standing together, we survived and thrived. We will survive this crisis, but it will be much easier if we do it together, taking care of each other, lending a helping hand to our neighbors.
We are in this together!
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Hicksville Public Schools deliver hundreds of devices to students
Keeping the school-to-home connection strong during the COVID-19 pandemic is vitally important. Hicksville Public School students sheltering at home during the COVID-19 pandemic but who are not in possession of devices for remote learning have received district-issued iPads and Chromebooks delivered to their front doors over the past few weeks. On April 3rd, 270 devices were delivered and another 388 were delivered on April 14th.
“It’s very important to maintain our connection and relationships with our students and our community at this challenging time,” shared Superintendent of Schools Marianne Litzman. “Our children are feeling the same stresses that our teachers, parents and community members are experiencing, and we want them to feel that we are thinking of them every day and doing everything we can to continue meaningful teaching and learning while supporting social
distancing guidelines.”
The school district’s teachers are using Google Classroom and Google Meet for instruction, as well as communicating with students by email. Teachers in each of the district’s nine schools have been coordinating instruction through their principals under the direction of district administration. The Board of Education and administration have made every effort to ensure that the educational continuum is being maintained for every student.
Positive messages and images are being shared through the district’s website, and on Twitter and Instagram.
The district has also asked the school community to submit art and writing projects thanking first responders and essential workers as part of the “Thank You” Creative Expressions project. The Fine Arts Department has created a Spotify playlist for parents and students to listen to.
and iPads stood at the ready for delivery to Hicksville Public School students who did not have a personal device to connect to for remote learning.
Students at home without a way to do schoolwork remotely received a personal device from the district delivered to his/her door. A total of 658 devices were delivered to students as of April 14th.
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To ensure learning for students at home without devices during the pandemic, the district delivered devices to homes over the past several weeks.
Fitness center pivots to online training sessions
BY RIKKI MASSAND
Year One, open a new business with locations on Long Island and Connecticut -- while you’re expecting a baby.
Year two, you're closing locations temporarily due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
Luckily Mindy Boyd has trained extensively for 'pivotal moments' in her career, as a fitness enthusiast who's lived on both coasts following her upbringing in the Midwest.
This spring, thanks to preparedness and fast action her business Loyalty Fitness has its contingency plan up and running, helping people stay fit, active and connected during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Boyd and her husband Bill, a police sergeant in Suffolk County, and the couple’s one-year-old daughter live on Long Island. Their home gym has recently transformed into a workplace for Mindy as she manages virtual 1-on-1 training sessions for clients with closures of her two locations -- in Syosset at 6901 Jericho Turnpike #106 and in Greenwich, Connecticut. With the facilities mandated to close per both Governor's orders (Andrew Cuomo and Ned Lamont) her team of trainers are
around since the 80’s and strength training is gaining popularity as more people learn the benefits of it. Before running and more cardio was considered essential, but people are learning that strength training is essential and does condition your cardiovascular system when it’s done at the right, intense level which our method does. Super-Slow Strength training was first developed for an osteoporosis study in the 80’s but the results have shown it to be the best way to exercise for all age groups,” Boyd explained.
Free introductory sessions are being offered by Loyalty Fitness, as well as a personalized review of clients’ goals, a ‘Health History Analysis’ and initial full-body workout.
When Loyalty Fitness studios reopen, new clients will be offered two weeks free personal training or one month free if signing up with a friend.
Both locations are staffed by five trainers. The plan to reopen the studios involves added measures for protection of clients and trainers, although the setting was 1:1 to begin with and there were strict cleaning and disinfecting protocols in place.
Loyalty Fitness is nothing like a traditional gym. Personal training in a setting such as their studio involved hygienic measures and preparation time for each client scheduled to come in.
an active childhood and getting to work with her first personal trainer when she was 19 years old.
“I’ve always loved fitness and am always learning about it. When you grow up on a farm you are brought up with a very strong work ethic. I learned how to work hard but also from a very young age I knew I wanted to run my own business. It was probably growing up with my parents whose farm was their own business -- that inspired me to get there myself, eventually,” Boyd said.
She worked in the corporate mortgage industry for several years, gaining business acumen. But the passion for fitness remained as she woke up daily at 5 a.m. to head to the gym before work. In 2008 the mortgage company she worked for shut down and this became her opportunity to get into the fitness industry.
For 10 years Boyd worked for a company “The Perfect Workout” and learned the business model and ownership role under its founder and president Matt Hedman. She began in southern California and worked as California regional manager. Next, Boyd helped The Perfect Workout expand to the East Coast, running the Connecticut and Long Island locations, nine studios in all.
conducting sessions from home.
Training sessions are live and not pre-recorded and sitting on Youtube, the personal touch and instruction for clients is a key to the method Loyalty Fitness prescribes to. Strength training is the area of concentration for her program, addressing several healthy benefits including bone density and osteoporosis. Her Loyalty Fitness blog features posts including Strength Training for Heart Health; 3 Ways the Super Slow strength training method prevents injuries, and “Build Strength and Say Goodbye to Lower Back Pain.”
While Boyd’s two personal training studio locations feature state-of-the-are Nautilus equipment she says the best adaptation for now is to teach new and existing clients ‘super-slow’ exercises virtually, using their body weight or own equipment at home from simple dumbbells to resistance bands.
Within two days Loyalty Fitness’ virtual training was operational. Clients can feel comfortable adapting to at-home, personalized training while new audiences from anywhere are also being engaged with the new online personal training.
“The reason why I believe in the Super Slow strength training method is because it’s the ‘anti-fad.’ This has been
“Post COVID-19 shutdown, we will be implementing added measures for safety on top or our strict cleaning and disinfecting protocol already in place. We will be constantly disinfecting anything touched by a client during a session; making sure everyone’s hands are washed before entering the studio; allowing one client in the studio at a time and only allowing disposable cups to be filled from the water cooler, along with several more safety measures. This layers more detail on top of an already-detailed facility plan -- we know people will have qualms about getting back into the real world once everything opens and we want our clients and trainers to feel and be safe,” she said.
Loyalty Fitness has clients from working, active adults to seniors and other clients who may have compromised immune systems.
“We absolutely want to make sure it is safe for clients and safe for our trainers. Our trainers will prop the doors open, so no one has to touch door handles ensuring another level of safety. Gyms advise patrons/members to wipe machines and equipment down themselves, while our trainers make sure everything is disinfected and clean before the next client. Our studios have always been spotless and safe, not just because of Coronavirus” Boyd said.
Mindy Boyd grew up on a farm in Michigan. Her lifestyle has always centered around health and fitness, with
The company closed its Connecticut and Long Island locations, but that turned into the opportunity for Boyd to stay in her new home region. “The Perfect Workout opened me up to the industry I loved and 10 years later I had opened my own business,” she said.
In February 2018 she decided to start the business and quickly joined the Syosset Woodbury Chamber of Commerce, recently rejoining for 2020.
“I plan on taking advantage of the great contacts, resources. networking opportunities and sponsorships with being a Chamber member,” Boyd said. She also managed to keep the studio of her former employer as its Greenwich location was the most profitable.
At the onset Boyd experienced 20 hour days from the training role at the Greenwich studio to marketing plans and accounting behind-the-scenes. Through her pregnancy in mid-2018 into 2019, Boyd kept working as a trainer and did all her work roles well, with no slowdown whatsoever until she delivered.
She offered inspiring reflections on building both her career and business as well as a family simultaneously.
“I didn’t take any time off but since then I’ve adapted and learned to balance things much better, including time with the baby and still getting the company’s work done,” Boyd said.
For more information, email info@ loyalty-fitness.com or call 516-802-2922.
Mindy Boyd, left, with a client
April 17,
Syosset Chamber to host virtual seminars for small businesses
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tive.
On Thursday April 16 at 5:30 p.m. the Chamber of Commerce will present a live, online venue for members to discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic is directly and indirectly affecting their businesses. Chamber members will have the opportunity to speak about what they are doing to refocus their business operations, sharing insights with each other as a virtual business community.
The April 16 “Zoom Networking” starting at 5:30 p.m. will take place at the same time as the regularly scheduled, monthly Chamber meeting. The Mid-Island Y Jewish Community Center was originally scheduled to host the April 16 General Meeting, however, state mandates caused the Chamber and its member organizations to pivot to online venues.
The Zoom Meeting will be hosted by Chamber Board Member and Chair of both the Networking and Membership Committees, Alan Goldberg, who is both president of Water Solutions of Long Island and an authorized representative of Syosset-based CardWorks Merchant Services.
“We had planned a couple of net-
working Meetings at members’ sites, but due to adherence to social distancing, had to find alternative means to bring our members together. We held the two informational seminars (April 6 and 7) where we discussed the Paycheck Protection Program, (PPP), and the Economic Injury Disaster Loan, (EIDL) programs. Now it’s time to host a social and more informational event for our membership. This will afford members an opportunity to share experiences of running their business through the pandemic and to also to speak about challenges they’re facing and some of the things they are doing to overcome those challenges,” Goldberg told the Advance and News-Journal.
Earlier this month, Goldberg gained experience in chatting and hosting on the Zoom platform for small businesses as he participated in virtual events held by his BNI Long Island Networking Group as well as the Plainview-Old Bethpage Chamber of Commerce.
“The Syosset Woodbury Chamber has been doing many things in the past few weeks to assist its members in this time of uncertainty. Special thanks go to Chamber President Maureen Nickel (Woodbury resident and owner of BrightStar Home Care) for her lead-
ership, and our administrator Felice Linder for her dedication and backend support.”
“As a volunteer organization, with many board members being small business owners in Syosset and Woodbury ourselves, we are happy to be able to bring value to, and assist our members during these trying times,” he said.
The Syosset Woodbury Chamber’s marketing efforts while face-to-face meetings are on pause, consist of virtual meetings via Zoom and getting the word out on multiple social media platforms -- website, Facebook, Instagram and more, where member businesses are actively promoted.
“We are looking for ways to assist our members, to promote their businesses and to get them together virtually to support one another and share ideas. This is one of the key VALUE propositions of Chamber membership” Goldberg commented.
Current efforts by the Chamber include ongoing reposting of member business’ Instagram posts via the Chamber’s Facebook and other local group sites. Additionally, links are prominently placed on the Chamber’s website, www.SyossetChamber.com, providing valuable information for member businesses.
“The Chamber sends weekly e-blasts to its mailing list of over 500 members and interested parties with information about status of individual member businesses and any specials being offered, including essential goods and services and restaurant promotions. Over 30 of our members will be featured with notes on their specials, curbside delivery options, hours, and ways of reaching their businesses.” Goldberg explained.
At the root of all the Chamber’s efforts, both prior to and during the COVID-19 pandemic, is the overwhelming sense of community.
On Saturday March 28, the Chamber along with member Catalina Chew, owner of Accounting Brew, a local bookkeeping and accounting firm and Legislator Lafazan co-sponsored a very successful “PPE Drive” to benefit local healthcare workers, with many donations from community members and organizations sent directly to Bethpage OEM before being distributed to hospitals and facilities.
The Chamber Board will meet again in a few weeks to discuss new efforts to assist its members and the schedule of virtual events for the upcoming months.
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the district, as with people on stay-athome orders there are residents who “probably never thought about voting on the school election or budget that will suddenly be receiving applications for a ballot.”
COVID-19 Implications on State Aid, District Budget
On April 7, Jericho’s Assistant Superintendent for Business Victor Manuel commented that while the district faces a few short-term issues, the longhaul impacts of COVID-19 including on district finances need to be carefully assessed.
State aid to Jericho is just 5% of total revenue to the district. The administration proposed about a $6 million budget line item for State Aid in 2020-’21, and Manuel says if nothing changes Jericho would receive about $6.5 million, with some room “in the event that from the State Budget level there are mid-year cuts in State aid totaling about 10% - this would be pretty significant.”
“On the budget side we’d have breathing room with respect to State aid. But from what Gov. Cuomo said, he could do cuts piecemeal as the State budget year (July 1 through June 30, 2021) progresses. This will be very difficult for other districts dependent on State aid. Some have a 75% dependency on State aid for district revenue and to be in that situation would be extremely
difficult,” he said.
During the Town Hall meeting Manuel stated his long-term concern is the potential increases for budgeting year 2021-’22, as he said health insurance costs at the start of 2021 will be much higher.
“The TRS (Teacher Retirement System) and ERS (Employee Retirement System) would likely increase because of the stock market. While we have some short-term issues it’s the following year that will be challenging,” he said.
Superintendent of Schools Hank Grishman thanked Manuel for his fiscal management.
“One of the things that leaves Jericho in a very different position from most New York State districts is that Victor has been involved in planning our school budgets in 5-year segments. In that long-term planning if something catastrophic happens, such as the pandemic situation we are currently in, that 5-year plan takes us to a position where Jericho does not need to worry about program cuts or staff cuts. We can ensure that programmatically the school district will look the same next year as it will in 2021-22,” Grishman said.
Meals-to-Go in Jericho
Mr. Manuel explained the current protocol for food services to students during the pandemic. Every Monday and Wednesday Jericho Schools pro-
vides two days’ worth of school meals to families. On Fridays, there are two different aspects to the operation.
“One is delivering meals to our homeless students, living in various motels in the school district. We are also providing the Grab-n-Go option for our free and reduced cost qualifying students in the district -- they come to the front circle of the high school and receive two days’ worth of meals prepared and packed. I thank our dedicated food service workers for coming in on these days to make sure this process
gets completed efficiently,” he said. Manuel also explained the childcare taking place at Jericho Schools for essential healthcare workers and first responder parents. Jericho has partnered with Syosset Central School District for the SCOPE program.
“They have SCOPE held there. We sent an email to parents, if they’d fall into that category of workers and if they’d be interested,” Manuel said.
POB educator named 'Distinguished Teacher of 2020'
Mary Lou O’Donnell
It has been said that good teachers can inspire and imbue a lifelong love of learning in their students. Mary Lou O’Donnell of Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School does just that. O'Donnell has been named a “Distinguished Teacher of 2020” by the Harvard Club of Long Island. Later this year, at the annual University Relations Luncheon at the Harvard Club of Long Island Mary Lou, along with eleven other teachers, will be recognized for
their outstanding and profound effect on students’ lives.
“We are pleased to see Mary Lou acknowledged with this prestigious honor,” said Dr. Lorna R. Lewis, Superintendent of Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District. “Her impact in transforming our research program and preparing tomorrow’s scientists has been far reaching, and she sets a standard for excellence in the field.”
Teachers receiving the “Distinguished Teacher of 2020” accolade were nominated by current Harvard undergraduate students and then selected by Harvard Club of Long Island board members. In addition to accepting the award, recipients will also be given a scholarship for a “Harvard experience.” The experience award will allow the winners to utilize Harvard University resources in order to enrich their teaching capabilities even further. Some resources available to the teachers include: meeting with faculty, visiting research laboratories, access to rare book archives and specialty museums, as well as enjoying visual and performance art. Ms. O'Donnell is the first teacher from the Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District to be presented with this honor.
Syosset HS student named All American Athlete
Syosset High School student Evan Rosen has been selected as a 2020 AllAmerican Athletic Award recipient by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). This award recognizes collegiate and high school student athletes whose athletic accomplishments reflect their dedication to strength and conditioning.
Students around the country are nominated by their coaches who recognize their academic and personal accomplishments as well as their integrity as student athletes. Nominated by Coach Chris Gagstetter of Syosset High School, Rosen’s determination to improve in athletics while maintaining academic prominence is a great model for all student-athletes at Syosset High School.
“Evan's work in the weight room has helped him tremendously in both football and track and field. He has excelled in his throwing events to be a top competitor in NY State,” says Coach Gagstetter. “His work ethic in the weight room is contagious, and much of his success in sport is due to his dedication to strength and conditioning.”
The National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) is an international nonprofit professional association founded in 1978 and is dedi-
cated to advancing the strength and conditioning profession around the world. The NSCA advances the profession by supporting strength and conditioning professionals devoted to helping others discover and maximize their strengths.
Bethpage music program receives national recognition
The Bethpage School District has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from the NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education.
The Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement in efforts to provide music access and education to all students.
To qualify for the Best Communities designation, the district answered detailed questions about funding, graduation requirements, music class participation, instruction time, facilities and support for the music programs.
“This is a great honor for the Bethpage School District, and we are pleased to have been recognized by NAMM,” said Dr. Eric Kay, coordinator of music. “NAMM's award is a testament to our students’ and residents' appreciation of the arts, the strong support of music from the administration, the Board of Education, and Bethpage Arts and Music, our parent booster organization, and our dedicated and creative teachers, who support our students and bring out their best in music and theater.”
The Bethpage School District was honored with the Best Communities for
Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education.
leading Bethpage High School’s chamber orchestra.
Syosset High School student Evan Rosen Photo courtesy of the Syosset School District
Music Education designation from the NAMM
Pictured is Coordinator of Music for the district Dr. Eric Kay
Photo courtesy of the Bethpage Union Free School District
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