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FHS fall sports delayed Nassau superintendents to make final decision on Sept. 21 “While we empathize with our students and families, Section VIII is the governing body Freeport High School student- for all public school sports in athletes may have to wait until Nassau County and all school 2021 to compete in sports. districts must abide by the rules At an emergency meeting on they provide,” said Jonathan Aug. 26, Nassau school superin- Bloom, Freeport School Distendents voted to trict’s athletic direcpostpone Section tor. “As we enter the VIII high school reopening phase of sports until Jan. 4, our schools, the becoming the first of health and safety of the state’s 11 secour students and tions to move its fall staff must be our top season. The superinpriority. We look fortendents will reconward to resuming vene on Sept. 21 to sports when more make a final deciguidance for return sion. to play is issued and “I believe other Section VIII decides sections will follow it is safe for our athand pull the plug, letes and coaches to but I can’t speak for do so.” RuSS CEllAN anyone else,” said The decision to Section VIII Execu- FHS football coach delay fall spor ts tive Director of Athcame two days after letics Pat Pizzarelli. “We felt Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo issued strong enough to make this deciguidance permitting lower-risk sion now. We took the cautious high school fall sports (soccer, route, but we believe it’s in tennis, swimming, field hockey everyone’s best interests. There and cross-country) to begin pracare too many unknowns. tice and play on Sept. 21, while “It’s just not time to allow noting football and volleyball kids to play sports,” he contin- could begin practice but not play. ued. “And my first and foremost The superintendents, howevconcern is the safety of our student-athletes.” Continued on page 4

By RoNNY REYES rreyes@liherald.com

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Free testing continues Northwell Health staff Adriana Marinescu, left, Dinah Alvarez, Salvator Burgess, Simone Glover and Juliet Thorpe helped provide free Covid-19 testing in Freeport on Aug. 20 as part of a partnership with Nassau County. Story, Page 7.

‘I roll with the punches’

Freeport Ninja Academy overcomes hurdles By RoNNY REYES rreyes@liherald.com

As she drove around Freeport’s industrial area last year, Kathryn Gawrych, 27, of Massapequa, was searching for the perfect place to house her vision, a Ninja Warrior academy, where she would train people of all ages to complete the obstacle courses from the “American Ninja Warrior” TV series. Gawrych, a life-long athlete,

was having trouble finding a tallenough building or realtors who would take her seriously because of her youthful appearance, but when she spotted an available space at 272 Buffalo Ave., she thought she was destined to make Freeport the home of her first business. After converting the empty, nearly 10,000-square-foot building into the first Ninja Academy franchise outside of Connecticut, Gawrych officially opened

her Freeport Ninja Academy in January. Despite the challenges and pitfalls caused by the coronavirus pandemic, Gawrych said she hopes to overcome all obstacles and make the Freeport Ninja Academy an island-wide destination. “I never imagined that I would have to deal with a global pandemic just weeks after openContinued on page 10

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Protesters demand justice for Jacob Blake

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Nearly 100 people marched through Merrick on Aug. 26 to denounce the police shooting of a Black man in Kenosha, Wis. On Aug. 23, Jacob Blake was shot multiple times in the back by a police officer during an arrest. The shooting was captured on cell phone video and ignited new protests over racial injustice in several cities, the Associated Press reports. The demonstration was organized by Terrel Tuosto, of West Hempstead, and Long Island Peaceful Protests, a nonprofit that aims to spread awareness about systemic racism and police brutality on Long Island. A lineup of local activists spoke passionately about the unfair treatment of Black and brown people by law enforcement, and demanded accountability from elected officials to prosecute officers who abuse their power. Afterwards, protesters marched northbound on Merrick Avenue to carry their message through the hamlet, roaring as they chanted, “Black Lives Matter,” “no justice, no peace” and “say his name,” referring to Blake and others. Tuosto delivered opening remarks at the gazebo under the Merrick LIRR trestle. “It’s become way too commonplace in this country for a Black man or woman to be shot by police as if our lives don’t matter,” he said. “Jacob Blake is only the most recent example, and there have been plenty. “We’re fighting against a crooked system — against the police that are supposed to serve and protect us — and we will not stop fighting until we see equality and justice,” he added. Among the speakers was Akbar Rogers, a Freeport man who was wrestled to the ground while being arrested by village police last December. Video captured by a bystander shows seven white officers on top of Rogers, with one officer kicking him and another punching him. “I’m lucky to be alive to share my truth, and God-willing so will Jacob as

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ABout 100 protesters marched through the streets of Merrick last Wednesday night to demand justice for Jacob Blake, a Black man who was shot several times in the back by a police officer in Kenosha, Wis. soon as he recovers,” Rogers said. “He got shot in the back multiple times, in front of his kids — who’s gonna be next?” Rogers and other speakers called on Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Attorney General Letitia James to launch an independent investigation into the Freeport Police Department concerning Rogers’ case. In July, U.S. Senator Kristen Gillibrand asked the state to investigate the arresting officers, who the Nassau County district attorney declined to prosecute on July 7. “Law and order have to be applied equally to all,” Rogers added. “We need a change and we need it right now.” Blake’s attorney said last Tuesday that the 29-year-old is now paralyzed as a result of the shooting, the AP reported. Ronny Reyes contributed to this story.

protest orgAnizer terrel Tuosto, right, of West Hempstead, said he and other demonstrators are fighting against “a crooked system.”

Kurt KnonemBerg, of Bay Shore, raised his fist in solidarity with the movement.

protesters lined merricK Avenue last Wednesday night, brandishing signs and flags all bearing the same message: “Black lives matter.”

Crime watCh Arrests

to the vehicle was reported.

■ A male, 57, of Freeport, was arrested on Aug. 19, near North Main Street, for petit larceny. Police were following up on a larceny investigation that occurred on June 8, on East Sunrise Highway, when they spotted the suspect and arrested him.

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■ A male, 32, of Freeport, was arrested on Aug. 22, near West Seaman Avenue, for unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. Police had received a notification from the Freeport department’s license plate reader system for a stolen vehicle entering the village. Nassau County Police were advised of the notification and located the vehicle on a residential street. The suspect was then arrested.

Larceny ■ Freeport officers responded to a larceny incident at a home on Gordon Place on Aug. 23. Officers spoke with a resident who said an unknown person entered her unlocked car while it was parked in the driveway and stole property. No damage

■ A Freeport resident reported that on two separate occasions, on Aug. 13 and 17, a male, between 60 and 70 years old, driving a Honda CR-V, stopped and asked her for her name and if she needed a ride. The resident said she does not know the man and is unaware of his intentions.

Identity theft ■ A Freeport resident reported an identity theft on Aug. 19. The resident said he received a letter from a collection company telling him that he was unpaid debt to a company called “Charter Communications.” The letter was addressed to a different name, but the account included all the victim’s personal information. The victim does not know anyone by the name listed, nor does he know the company trying to collect the debt.

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A committee of Nassau school superintendents voted last week to postpone high school sports until Jan. 4.

Players, coaches devastated over delay of fall season continued from front page er, did not consider the current conditions safe enough to conduct fall sports. The seven-person committee of Nassau County officials voted unanimously to postpone. “It was never a consideration to try playing even the lower-risk sports,” Pizzarelli said. “Transportation is a big issue. There are a lot of issues.” Chris Doherty, the Freeport High School girls’ soccer coach, said the move to cancel fall sports would be devastating, especially to the senior players. “This is a time for them to make memories and reach their goals,” said Doherty, who has coached for 39 years. “If there’s any way to let them play, please let them. I ask my team to keep their dreams in front of them. Don’t let them fall behind.” He added that he would gladly provide letters of recommendations to his players. Russ Cellan, the FHS football coach, echoed Doherty’s sentiments and said the move to cancel the fall season would crush the nearly 100 students who take part in Freeport’s football teams. With new upticks in Covid-19 cases

throughout the country, he said he understands why county school and athletic officials would be cautious, but he hoped they would allow student-athletes to play the fall season in one form or another. “Athletics is a big part of any school and helps kids thrive,” Cellan said. “Whatever form it is, I hope we can play this year. I don’t want anyone to miss out.” The plan for now, Pizzarelli said, is to play all three sports seasons between January and June, when, officials said they hope, the threat of Covid-19 has decreased. He said Section VIII would develop its own contingency model and aim to limit season overlaps to one week at the most. “We’ll look to get started Jan. 4 with the traditional winter sports, including basketball and wrestling,” Pizzarelli said. Each sports season will be condensed, running nine weeks. The fall sports will be played in the second season, and spring sports will be third, as usual. Last year’s spring season was nixed March 16, after one week of practice, because of the coronavirus.

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Freeport Deputy Mayor Jorge Mar- tory, Bethpage has always demonstrattinez was promoted to Chair of the ed an unwavering record of member and employee experience, Board of the Bethpage Fedas well as a strong commiteral Credit Union on Aug. ment to the community. I 18. very much look forward to “Jorge is a loyal public continuing to work with servant and a discer ning Bethpage to uphold these Long Island business leader essential standards.” who has served as a volunMartinez is the owner of teer for Bethpa g e since the J & A Group, a Long 2010,” said Dr. Michelle Island-based commercial Nearon, former board chair maintenance company. He of Bethpage. “An invaluable has served on Freeport’s asset to Bethpage, he has village board for 13 years, worked to maintain the staJorge Martinez as well as also serving as bility of the credit union, the director of Vision Long while also supporting our Island and coordination of the Long growing membership.” “I am very proud to take on the role Island Sustainable Business Council. as Chair of Bethpage’s impressive and He also served as the president and committed board,” Mar tine z said. director of the Long Island Hispanic “Throughout its more than 75-year his- Chamber of Commerce.

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Jordan Figueroa, 18, of Freeport, reached the rank of Eagle Scout on Aug. 10 after completing his project to renovate the Freeport Cornerstone Church’s youth lounge. With the help of church officials and volunteers, Figueroa led the renovations as they repaired the dilapidated areas of the lounge, repainted it and built a new closet. Figueroa has attended the Cornerstone Church, which has stood in Freeport for more than 100 years, since birth. He chose to renovate the youth lounge after discussing possible projects with his pastor. “It was amazing to see the fruits of his efforts,” said Anna Ellis, Figueroa’s mother. “Despite things shutting down over the pandemic, he was glad that he was able to reach Eagle Scout this year.”

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Rice proposes bill to combat impaired driving If signed into law, bill would establish annual $5M federal grant program U.S. Reps. Kathleen Rice, a Democrat from Garden City, and T roy Balderson, a Republican from Ohio, i n t ro d u c e d t h e b i p a r t i s a n D r u g Impaired Driving Education Act of 2020, which would establish an annual $5 million federal grant program for states to educate the public on the dangers of drug-impaired driving. The latest available data from 2018 indicates that impaired driving was a factor in roughly 11,000 traffic deaths nationwide, all of which were preventable, the Congress members said. Rice, who has fought drunken driving since her days as Nassau County’s district attor ney, introduced three pieces of legislation in 2019 to help end impaired driving. “Despite common misconceptions, drug-impaired driving is just as dangerous as driving under the influence of alcohol, and that’s why this bill to expand public education and awareness is so important,” Rice said. “I’ve been working on these issues for my entire career, and I have seen the immense pain and tragedy that they can cause far too many times. I thank Re presentative Balderson and the many advocacy groups who are supporting this legislation. We must keep working together until we can end i m p a i re d a n d d i s t r a c t e d d r iv i n g once and for all.” “When someone under the influence of drugs or alcohol gets behind the wheel of a motor vehicle, entire communities are put at risk,” Balderson said. “Sadly, this is a fact we know

“Too many Americans do not realall too well in the state of Ohio, where the opioid epidemic runs rampant. ize that driving under the influence of cannabis or prescripThis legislation takes critition medication impairs cal ste ps to educate our their ability to operate a communities about the vehicle safely, so efforts to risks associated with drugbolster information, educaimpaired driving, includtion and enforcement is ing those driving under the something we can all celeinfluence of opioids and brate,” said Michelle Kormarijuana.” smo, president and CEO of The Drug-Impaired Wine and Spirits WholesalDriving Education Act has ers of America. “WSWA been endorsed by Responremains steadfast in fightsibility.org, Wine & Spirits ing impaired driving in all Wholesalers of America, forms and commends Reps. the National Safety CounR i c e a n d B a l d e r s o n fo r cil, the National Organizatheir leadership and comtion for the Reform of Marmitment to the public on i j u a n a L aw s a n d t h e the health and safety of all National District AttorAmericans.” neys Association. “Impairment is a persisD a r r i n G ro n d e l , v i c e tent roadway safety issue, president of traffic safety and we know drugand government relations impaired driving is a growfor Responsibility.org, said, ing concer n,” said Lor“In Washington state, 44 raine Mar tin, president percent of drivers involved and CEO of the National in fatal crashes between Safety Council. “We need 2008 to 2016 tested positive public awareness and outfor two or more substancrage to move the needle to es, with alcohol and tetralives, and this bill hyd ro c a n n ab i n o l ( T H C ) KathLeen RiCe save [ wo u l d p r ov i d e ] i n i t i a l being the most common funding to this end. We combination. This legisla- U.S. representative appreciate Congresswomtion is a giant step forward an Rice’s ongoing leaderin helping the public to u n d e r s t a n d t h e d a n g e r s d r u g - ship and relentless commitment to impaired driving and multi-substance this important issue.” “Keeping our communities safe and impaired driving pose on our roadreducing fatalities on our nation’s ways.”

espite common misconceptions, drug-impaired driving is just as dangerous as driving under the influence of alcohol.

Nassau sees lowest infection rate since March Thursday, Aug. 27, marked the highest number of Covid-19 tests conducted in Nassau County since the beginning of the pandemic, with 9,814 test results reported by the New York State Department of Health, and 0.5 percent of tests were positive for the coronavirus. “Robust testing is key to successfully navigating the challenges we are set to face this fall,” County Executive Laura Curran said. “Nassau is still waiting for the federal Lauran government to provide the emergency aid required to prevent further economic catastrophe and gutting of essential services – including continued robust Covid-19 testing. I want to thank Governor Cuomo for

his leadership, including making sure New York continues to ramp up Covid-19 testing instead of slowing it down. We need more testing with quicker results – not less testing altogether. Nassau has the line on the coronavirus, with a 1 percent positivity rate, throughout the summer. “But,” Curran said, “September will be a new challenge. None of this is easy, but we have no choice bu t t o re m a i n v i g i l a n t against a virus that has Curran claimed the lives of 2,197 residents and now more than 180,000 fellow Americans. Let’s keep doing what has saved countless lives and allowed Long Island to reopen safely: wearing a mask and social distancing.”

roads remains a top priority for prosecutors throughout the country,” said Nancy Parr, NDAA president and the commonwealth’s attorney for the City of Chesapeake, VA. “NDAA supports and endorses the Drug-Impaired Driving Education Act of 2020, which [would] provide vital federal funding to state and local governments, nonprofits, and law enforcement agencies to educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving and protect our citizens across the nation.” “With the majority of U.S. states now regulating marijuana sales for either medical purposes or for adult use, it’s important that traffic safety laws and practices comport with this new reality,” said Paul Ar mentano, NORML deputy director. “Both lawmakers and the general public can benefit from evidence-based messaging and strate gies reinforcing and strengthening responsible behavior.” Congress previously funded efforts to train authorities to better detect and deter dr ug-impaired driving, but there remains a need for public education and awareness of this g rowing problem, according to Rice. The new federal grant program established by the Drug-Impaired Driving Education Act would provide funding to states to address this specific need. The legislation is yet to be voted on by the House of Representatives, and must be approved by both the House and Senate and signed by the president to become law.

Town teams with Northwell on testing The Town of Hempstead and Northwell Health are launching three Covid19 mobile testing locations. The initiative, town and Northwell officials said, will provide increased testing to highrisk and minority communities within the town, which have been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic. Each week, three to four testing sites will be available, free of charge, at different locations throughout the town. The testing facilities will be open Monday through Friday between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. To find the nearest testing location, residents are asked to call (516) 821-2500. Town Supervisor Donald Clavin thanked U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer for helping to secure the federal funding needed for the testing sites. “This collaboration with Northwell Health is

one that the town is extremely proud of and will continue our region’s ability to keep driving the numbers of Covid19 cases down to the lowest we’ve seen since the start of the pandemic,” Clavin said. “We’re proud to partner with the Town of Hempstead to provide antibody and diagnostic Covid-19 testing and share prevention information at 16 sites within Hempstead town,” said Dr. Debbie Salas-Lopez, senior vice president of community and population health at Northwell Health. “Education and testing are the keys to fostering healthy communities and limiting the spread of Covid-19.” Walk-ins are accepted, but appointments are encouraged by calling 8212500. For more information, visit hempsteadny.gov/.

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Free Covid-19 tests in Freeport Nassau County teamed up with Northwell Health to provide free Covid19 testing in Freeport on Aug. 20. The testing was done at the Church of Transfiguration, at 81 S. Long Beach Ave. Northwell Health also received a $2 million grant from the Town of Hempstead in July to open up 13 Covid-19 testing sites throughout the town, including

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Councilman represents at GOP convention were there.” President Donald Trump and Vice President Mike Pence spoke with the delegates on the mornTown of Hempstead Councilman Bruce Blake- ing of Aug. 24. “Vice President Pence came to thank man, a Republican covering the 3rd District, got to us for our vote and thank us for coming down,” be a part of what he described as the most unusual Blakeman said. “Around 11 a.m., President Trump convention he has ever attended. came down to speak in an informal disHe was one of six New York state delcussion on his accomplishments and his egates at the 2020 Republican National vision for the next four years. EveryConvention, which took place in Charbody was energized by that, and the fact lotte, N.C., and the White House from that he detoured his plans to thank the Aug. 24 to 27. Originally there were to be delegates in Charlotte was a very nice 94 state delegates, but the number was thing.” pared down to six because of the coroThe convention moved to Washingnavirus pandemic. ton, D.C. on Aug. 27 as Trump concluded “There are two types of ways to the festivities with a speech on the become a delegate: You can run for it in White House’s South Lawn, which your congressional district, and then Blakeman attended. “The crowd was there are a number of delegates the energized and excited and were moved state chairman can appoint,” Blakeman by the stories we heard from some of said. “I was one of the elected delegates the speakers,” Blakeman said. “I from the state’s 4th Congressional Disthought the president was really good in trict. When it was restricted from 94 to his speech, and he touched on everysix, I lobbied to [Nassau County Repubthing he needed to.” lican Chairman] Joe Cairo that I wanted Coming out of the convention, Blaketo go, and the squeaky wheel wound up man said he is “cautiously optimistic” BRucE getting the oil.” about the presidential election. “I feel New York GOP Chairman Nick Lang- BlAkEMAn that a successful candidate always has worthy said he was pleased to have run as if they were 10 points behind Town of Hempstead to Blakeman as a state delegate. “Although so we can’t take anything for granted,” I wish we could’ve been celebrating the councilman he said. “There has been movement in president’s nomination with all of our the past two weeks for the president in 94 delegates, I was proud to have Counswing states, and I feel good about the cilman Blakeman as one of the six state delegates,” numbers moving in the right direction for him.” Langworthy said. When looking back on the convention, Blakeman The process for the delegates to enter the conven- said he would remember the relationships he tion began a week before the pandemic, when Blake- formed with fellow delegates from across the counman said he was sent daily health questionnaires try. “We spent our time talking about what life was and a Covid-19 test. “I got to Charlotte on Sunday like in our own communities and the election,” he night, [Aug. 23], and it was pretty closed down,” he said. “The convention was very different but great. said. “Everything was consolidated around the con- The fact that it was historic because it was so vention center, as the Westin Hotel was like an restricted made it special for me to be one of about armed camp since the president and vice president 350 delegates there.”

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he fact that it was historic because it was so restricted made it special for me to be one of about 350 delegates there.

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Over four days, elected officials and delegates from around the country attended the Democratic National Convention — including Nassau County Executive Laura Curran — but this time, virtually. Many people streamed footage of the convention, which took place Aug. 17 through 20. Joe Biden accepted the Democratic Party’s nomination for president, and Kamala Harris, for vice president. “I think it would’ve been a lot more fun to do it the oldfashioned way, in a convention center with balloons and the crazy hats and everything,” Curran, of Baldwin, said. “It would’ve been a good experience; however, like everything else these days, we’re doing things a bit differently, so we did it over Zoom, virtually.” It was the county executive’s first time attending the convention as a delegate. She had attended in 1992, before she was involved in politics and government, when Bill Clinton accepted the party’s nomination for president. Curran said she attended some Zoom meetings throughout the four days in addition to delegate meetings, and watched parts of the convention via YouTube like other viewers. “There were some meetings that I would go to, organized by the State Democratic Committee,” she explained, adding that she and other delegates voted by filling out a form and e-mailing it in. “So it was easy in

that I didn’t have to go anywhere or really take time off. That was one plus.” It’s a strange election this year, Curran said, between Covid-19 changing the rules and the uncertainties around voting. “I would just encourage anyone who’s listening that no matter who you’re voting for — I’m not going to tell you who to vote for — just make sure that you don’t get turned off by the differences in this election and get out and vote, whether it’s absentee ballot or however you’re doing it,” she said, adding that it’s “so important for everyone to make their voices heard.” “Being able to participate in the convention, even remotely, really reminded me of that,” Curran continued, “how important it is to vote, because that’s the thing that keeps our democracy alive. It’s the thing that keeps elected officials accountable to the people.” She also urged voters to cast their votes in local races as well. “It’s so important that we participate in this democracy because in the course of human history, it is a rare and beautiful thing, and we should not take it for granted,” Curran said, noting that voting helps hold policymakers accountable. “The best and easiest way to do that is to vote.” “Whatever is going on in the world, whether we can be there in person or not, democracy is still happening,” she said. “It’s just happening in a new way. Democracy persists.”

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A Ninja-fueled workout in Freeport continued from front page ing up my first business, but I roll with the punches,” Gawrych said. “The gym’s model is, ‘Together, we will overcome all obstacles!’ And that’s never been more true.”

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Gawrych, a former accountant, first got the idea to open a Ninja Academy franchise when visiting a franchise expo at the Javits Center in 2018. Gawrych said she had initially gone to inquire about opening an iLoveKickboxing, the gym she frequented to stay active, when she spotted the Ninja Academy table. While the table was small and only had a diorama of what a Ninja Academy looked like, Gawrych found herself drawn to the idea, as she grew nostalgic reminiscing about her family’s fondness for watching both the Japanese and American Ninja Warrior competitions. “I always thought I would start a business when I was in my 30s, but when I learned about this opportunity, it just seemed right,” Gawrych said. “You don’t have to wait 10 years to go after Kathryn Gawrych your dreams.” Using her accounting background, Gawrych applied for a Small Business Administration loan to open up the Freeport Ninja Academy. In all, Gawrych invested about $250,000 in the business. The Freeport Ninja Academy houses a plethora of official obstacles from the “American Ninja Warrior” series, such as the Warped Wall, Jumping Spider, Salmon Ladder and many others. The facility serves as both a workout gym and training location for those who seek to compete in American Ninja Warrior. It can also host birthday parties, special events and field trips. Gawrych said that while interest in the gym was high when she first opened, the pandemic took its toll, as she had to cancel all events in the spring and close the gym. Gawrych was able to recoup some of her losses when she was allowed to partially reopen in July to run her summer camp for children. And when the facility, along with all gyms, was allowed to reopen on Aug. 24, she found her customers patiently waiting to return. “It means so much that they stuck with me and knew

obstaCles Can be modified and changed so anyone can try their hand at them. that I could get through this and welcome them back,” Gawrych said.

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Jeanne Naclerio, of Levittown, said she had been keeping an eye on the Freeport Ninja Academy since she and her son, Lorenzo, 7, had first heard about its development last year. Naclerio said her son was over the moon when, at an event at Coleman Country Day Camp, contestants from the “American Ninja Warrior” series revealed that Freeport would be getting its own Ninja Academy. “When it officially opened, I signed him up immediately,” Naclerio said. “If it were up to him, he’d live there.” Dawn Luisi, of Farmingdale, also enrolled her 7-yearold son, Declan, at the Ninja Academy. She said that when the facility was closed in the spring because of the pandemic, Declan lost an important outlet to exercise and socialize. That is why she was ecstatic when the Ninja Academy reopened for its summer camp. “Knowing he had a place like this was so helpful during these overwhelming times,” Luisi said. “It helped him feel normal, despite all the changes we’ve had to

face.” The Freeport Ninja Academy offers three different courses for children, split for ages 5 to 7.5., 7.5 to 9 and 10 to 14. While the afternoon adult classes are for those 15 to 55 years old, Gawrych said she would allow anyone older who could prove that they could handle the obstacles to participate. Morgan Dalal, 20, of Lynbrook, and her mother, Suzanne Dalal, both enjoy taking the adult program. The two attended the courses four days a week before the pandemic. The mother-daughter duo said that while the obstacles can seem intimidating, Gawrych and her staff work to modify everything so anyone can have a shot at any obstacle. “You don’t have to be in insane shape to try this,” Morgan said. “Other places I’ve seen don’t help you get better like this place does,” Suzzane added. “If you can’t do those obstacles, you can’t participate, so I’m happy that’s not the case here.” Suzzane said she and her daughter would be re-enrolling at the Freeport Ninja Academy in the fall.

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he Covid-19 health crisis has brought about many changes to daily life, and kids know that things are different. Like adults, kids and teens experience stress too. While small amounts of stress are a normal part of life, some young people may have worrisome responses to disrupted routines, social distancing, event cancellations, missed milestones, and especially the affect of the pandemic on schooling. Reacting negatively to current events, school stress or other common stressors can lead to decreased academic performance, social isolation and even declines in mental health. Parents, family members and mentors are often the first to recognize signs of stress in children and help them learn coping skills to navigate challenging times. Signs and symptoms Kids and teens may show physical, emotional and/ or behavioral signs of stress. These signs are relatively consistent throughout children of all ages; however, some indicators are less obvious than others. Pay special attention to any sudden shifts in behavior or unusual complaints your child brings up to you.

Physical indicators include: √ Headaches √ Upset stomach √ Chest pain √ Heart palpitations or increased heart rate √ Insomnia √ Nightmares √ Bedwetting √ Decreased appetite, comfort-eating, or bingeing √ Pretending to be sick to avoid activities Emotional indicators can include: √ Anxiety √ Mood swings √ Restlessness √ Clinginess √ New or recurring fears √ Increased crying, anger, stubbornness, or aggression √ Decreased concentration or motivation √ Emotional overreactions to minor incidents √ Regressing toward comforting behaviors from early childhood (i.e. thumb-sucking, nail-biting, sleeping with a stuffed animal) √ Social isolation, withdrawal, or unwillingness to participate in formerly enjoyed activities

What affects children and teens If you notice any of the physical, behavioral or emotional symptoms of stress, take a minute to consider what may be causing these reactions. Stress in children is commonly caused by significant life changes, both positive, like starting a new grade, and negative, like family turmoil or classroom bullying. Remember that all kids are unique in what they find stressful. Younger children, preteens and teens react differently to triggers in their environment. So, an incident causing stress to an 8-year-old boy may not trouble his 15-year-old sister. Potential stressors for kids of all ages: √ Conflict with friends, bullying, and peer pressure √ Changing schools √ Struggling in school (i.e. curriculum, grades, homework, socializing) √ Balancing responsibilities (i.e. school and extracurricular activities) √ Disappointing their parents √ Parental divorce or separation √ Financial difficulties within the family √ Unsafe or precarious living situation Potential stressors for children: √ New experiences and places √ Being away from home √ Performing in front of others (i.e. sports, speeches, recitals) √ Perceived dangers (i.e. kidnapping, fires, burglars, natural disasters, the dark) Potential stressors for preteens and teens: √ Going through puberty and bodily changes √ Poor self-esteem and negative thoughts about themselves √ Fear of the future (i.e. going off to college, getting a job) √ Cyberbullying √ Romantic relationships and dating √ Pressure to try drugs and alcohol with friends Strategies to alleviate childhood stress Ensure that your child feels safe. It’s important to Continued to Is my child ok? Above photo: Kids, like adults, can struggle with emotional impact of the pandemic, especially now that they are headed back to school.

Now more than ever focus on health as your child heads off to class School is many things — a place where kids learn and grow cognitively, develop social skills, and become independent individuals. It can also be a place where they pick up germs and illnesses and bring them home. Especially, in our Covid-19 world, germs have taken on a new focus with terrifying intensity. Now more than than ever, reinforcing essential health practices is imperative for a positive outcome — both at school and at home. Teach your child proper hand washing We all know that hand washing is one of the most important ways we can prevent the spread of illness in the classroom and elsewhere — even prior to the coronavirus pandemic it mattered. Now it’s even more vital. Remind your children that when they come in contact with germs, they can easily spread those germs — especially if they rub their eyes or scratch their nose. Then, it’s only a matter of time until the rest of the family is sick as well. But frequent hand washing can help slow this spread of germs. By teaching your kids how to wash their hands properly — and to especially wash after blowing their nose, using the bathroom, and before eating — you can help them reduce the risk of getting sick, and keep them from infecting others if they catch an infection or illness. Boost the immune system Clearly, keeping your child’s immune system strong is an important way to stay healthy and ward off illness during the school year. Getting enough sleep, maintaining a healthy diet, managing stress, exercising, making time to laugh, and the all-important hand washing can help reduce your child’s risk of getting colds, flu, and other infections._ But even with preventative measures, most kids will get between six and eight colds per year as their immune systems continues to develop. And with Covid-19, the need to prevent illnesses during the 2020–2021 school year is more important than ever. Of course the most effective way to prevent disease is through vaccination.

But there is growing interest among parents in giving kids supplements like vitamin C and elderberry. However, you should always consult with your child’s doctor before giving them supplements. In fact, the American Academy of Pediatrics does not recommend multivitamins for healthy children who eat a varied diet. It’s best that they get their vitamins from foods. Maintain healthy habits Does your child know the importance of healthy habits to prevent colds, flu, and other infections? Try to keep our “new normal” from becoming even more complicated by taking preventative measures to avoid getting sick. Healthy habits include remembering not to touch eyes or to refrain from sharing cups and utensils with friends. Kids may even need to learn not to share their face masks or to play with them while they are in school. Whether your school district will resume fully inperson or operate under a hybrid model, it’s still important that kids get a refresher on healthy habits like covering their cough and avoiding touching their face. Some other things kids need to be reminded of is remembering to use a tissue instead of an arm sleeve, letting mom and dad know when they don’t feel well, and avoiding close contact with their friends at school. Establish good sleep hygiene Making sure your children get enough sleep is a crucial part of keeping them healthy. In fact, studies show that missing sleep can impact kids in a number of ways. For instance, lack of sleep can lead to poor concentration, obesity, depression, suicide ideation, and injuries. Not only is sleep an important part of a child’s physical and emotional health but it also can play a role role in how well they do in school, too. And to make matters worse, research suggests that kids Continued to Healthy habits Above photo: With the start of a new school year, take a proactive approach to your family’s well-being so everyone can learn and thrive without raising the risk of spreading Covid-19.

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Continued from Is my child ok? reassure the child that you will keep them safe and loved, and then take the necessary steps to ensure you can uphold your promises. Talk to your child. Communicate in an open, supportive manner. Ask your child directly how they’re feeling and really listen to their answers. No matter what they tell you, remember to stay calm and avoid making them feel judged or selfconscious. Also, don’t get upset if your child can’t or won’t open up. Some kids need more time and encouragement than others. Younger children typically don’t have the vocabulary necessary to say “I feel stressed,” so they will use other words like “scared,”“sad,”“confused,” or “mad.” Meanwhile, preteens and teens may say dismissive things about themselves like “I can’t do anything right,”“no one likes me,” or “I have no friends.” Gently prompt the child to keep talking and try to pinpoint the driving force behind these statements. Emotional check-ins can be fun and easy too. Develop healthy coping methods. Kids often aren’t equipped with the tools needed to lower their stress levels. Teaching mindfulness techniques or breathing exercises can be very beneficial in promoting relaxation. Additionally, you can explain how physical exercise can help combat the feeling of stress. Promoting a healthy lifestyle with balanced meals, time outdoors, and limits on their screen usage, including TV, cellphone, and laptops, is also recommended — especially when distance learning places more demands on screen time. Spend quality time together. If your child is going through stressful changes in their life, show them that you’ll always be their pillar of support. Try to reduce their anxiety by planning fun activities together and regularly offering

praise, hugs, and affection to boost their feelings of self-worth. Having family routines, like weekday dinners together or Sunday movie nights, can also bring stability and comfort to a child’s week. Manage your own stress. Children often follow the emotional cues of the adults in their lives. If you’ve been going through a stressful time and you’re feeling the negative effects of stress, anxiety or depression, don’t forget to take care of yourself. Parents and caregivers need to prioritize their own happiness too, so they’re able to serve as loving, attentive presences in their children’s lives. Finally, don’t pressure your child into immediately telling you what’s wrong. If they are feeling scared or anxious, they may take longer to confide in you. Remember to always be loving and patient, and allow your kid to talk openly when they’re ready. With younger children, they may truly not know or understand why they’re feeling stressed. In these cases, consider speaking to their teacher or after-school youth mentor if you’re unable to pinpoint a stressor in your child’s home life. When to seek professional help Despite the best efforts of parents and loved ones, some children may still be unable to open up. If your child or teen won’t disclose the source of their stress or you observe their symptoms worsening, it’s time to seek out professional help. Don’t hesitate to contact your family doctor or get in touch with a trained therapist who specializes in treating children and adolescents. A child in crisis deserves your immediate help and support so they can return to enjoying their childhood to the fullest.

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hether the classroom is in-person, virtual or a combination of both, however your child attends school this fall, eye exams remain essential for success with their academics. While Covid-19 remains at the forefront of our health concerns, it’s still important to prioritize a visit to the eye doctor. “An annual comprehensive eye exam is essential for optimal wellness, as well as ensuring your child reaches his or her full academic potential,” says opthalmolgist Dr. Jennifer Wademan. The incidence of visual impairment in preschool children is expected to increase 26 percent over the next 45 years, affecting almost 220,000 children, according to a recent study by the USC Gayle and Edward Roski Eye Institute. What’s more, kids have more demand on their eyes and vision than ever before due to the increased use of digital devices. Not only will an eye exam help provide the clear vision necessary for a child to see the blackboard and work on digital devices without straining, but this essential visit can also detect a broad range of issues related to eye health and overall wellness. Kids — and adults for that matter — don’t always know they are experiencing a vision problem. As a result, they may be compensating for vision issues by turning their head to the side, squinting or holding reading material up close or far away.

Get a comprehensive eye exam While 76 percent of parents said sight is the most important sense, only 50 percent take their kids for an annual eye exam, according to a recent survey conducted by YouGov and VSP Vision Care. It seems that many parents are under the incorrect impression that the vision screening conducted by the school nurse or at the pediatrician’s office is sufficient. Although many schools offer abbreviated vision screenings throughout the year, they can miss up to 80 percent of vision problems, including serious conditions like amblyopia (lazy eye), which can lead to vision loss if not treated. An annual comprehensive eye exam is the best way to detect vision problems, as well as other conditions related to the eyes that can affect overall health and wellness. “How a child’s brain processes visual information is complex, and a screening alone isn’t a substitute for a comprehensive exam, nor is it the most reliable way to track a child’s eye health,” says Dr. Wademan. “A comprehensive eye exam with an eye doctor however, evaluates multiple aspects of vision, including the closeup skills essential for reading, tracking and focusing.” Don’t wait for complaints Among those parents who do not bring their children to the eye doctor annually, 72 percent of moms and 48 percent of dads said they would be motivated to do so if their child complains of discomfort or changes in vision.

Don’t wait for that first complaint! Certain changes to eyesight can happen gradually, and children may not realize that their vision is impaired. Dr. Wademan points out that catching problems early is important. “When a child’s visual system is not given a clear and focused image, and if his or her eyes are not working together, the child could fail to

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ever achieve normal visual acuity,” she says. “These patients end up struggling to see well in adulthood, even with contacts or glasses.” Above photo: Vision and learning are directly connected, as approximately 80 percent of what a child learns is presented visually. For success in the classroom, the sports field and more, start the school year right with a comprehensive eye exam.

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Stay active with Tai Chi which promotes relaxation and calm through flowing movements. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and is accompanied by deep breathing. These meditative movements employ balance and weight shifting, breathing techniques, and cognitive tools such as visualization and focused internal awareness. Numerous studies have shown that Tai Chi can improve balance, strength, relaxation, lower blood pressure and promote deeper breathing, among other benefits. That is why it is beneficial to patients at Lynbrook Restorative. Tai Chi encourages and promotes a quicker healing process for our patients who come to us for many different reasons. If you are interested in trying Tai Chi, you can look for Adam’s Tai Chi video on the Lynbrook Restorative Therapy and Nursing Facebook page, under videos. Adam demonstrates both standing and sitting Tai Chi skits.

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Man of fashion showcases his story By DaRwiN YaNES dyanes@liherald.com

Long Beach fashion stylist Chris Banks looks forward to one day creating clothing styles for marquee names like Jamie Foxx and Angela Bassett. Banks has just a few years as a fashion stylist and while he focuses on his aspirations are big, his journey has been a spiritual one. Banks has chosen to depict his journey as a stylist in a three-part documentary, with part one expected to be released on Sept. 14. He promises to show intimate details of his journey and life in the city by the sea. “My journey started through childhood,” Banks said. “I have a lot of intimate moments that a lot of people don’t see, not just the obvious ones, I want to show everything. Family, friends and community residents will be included.” Banks, 28, has put together about 10 fashion shows in several communities including Long Beach, Baldwin and Roosevelt. The docu-series, which has been in the works for several months, will be directed by his friend Yves Pierre. Banks said the project is more about motivating people and not just to show off his success. “I want people to leave feeling empowered,” Banks said in an interview as he rode the train into the City. “ I want people to really look at themselves and their situations even harder after watching mine.” The documentary will be broken into three parts -childhood, faith and career-- and will subsequently be released weekly starting on Sept. 14. Each episode will be between 5-10 minutes and will be released on his social media platforms -- stylesbychrisb. Looking back at his journey, Banks said everything he endured to get where he is today, was necessary. “I didn’t fit in with kids my age,” Banks said. “Everyone was playing sports and I was singing Brittney Spears.” After graduating high school, Banks said, he asked God what his purpose in life was and soon after found fashion. Now, instead of trying to fit in, Banks said he

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finally found his purpose and feels like he can inspire others with his journey. Banks has had several mentors including Joanne J-Bird Phillips, a community leader in music and arts. Banks praised Phillips and said he wouldn’t be where he is today without her guidance. Phillips, who wears several hats including musician, journalist and mentor, said she met Banks at one of his

fashion shows at the Allegria Hotel in Long Beach. She said she noticed a “certain spark” in Banks and added that she could tell how genuine his cause was. “I could tell he was a young man on a mission and had a certain energy,” Phillips said. “He just wanted to move forward.” Phillips said she guides Banks with business decisions and also has helped get him into a more positive environment. She added that she wants him to be more assertive and to pursue more of an education in fashion. However, Phillips said he’s talented and has a long career ahead of him. “He’s good about what he does and he’s got a long way to go,” Phillips said. She also praised his decision to create the documentary and said it’s a testament to how comfortable he’s become with himself and his career. Along with Phillips, Banks also praised the Long Beach community for supporting his career and giving him the platform to grow. In particular, he thanked his cousin and Chairman of the MLK Center James Hodge for giving him space to rehearse his fashion shows. Hodge said he was very proud of Banks’ work and he lauded him for his work in the community. He added that Banks has mentored many kids in the community and through fashion he has raised their self esteem. Hodge said he believes that the best is yet to come for Banks and added that “his purpose is greater than his pain.” Hodge hopes that the MLK Center and Banks can inspire other kids in the community to achieve their goals. For Banks, he said styling and inspiring others is a full time job for him and he wouldn’t have it any other way. “It’s never about the clothes for me,” Banks said. “It’s really about inspiring somebody to fully live in-purpose.” Though Banks has high aspirations, he said he ultimately wants to be remembered for living for a purpose in his life.

Officials urge funding, protection for Postal Service By RONNY REYES rreyes@liherald.com

Local elected and mail carrier officials gathered at the Freeport Post Office Aug. 18 to demand full funding and protection of the United States Postal Service as President Donald Trump continues to propose the privatization of the USPS. U.S. Congresswoman Kathleen Rice led the news conference as she backed proposed legislation sponsored by fellow Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney to provide $25 billion of funding to USPS, as well as repealing the changes brought forth by Postmaster General Louis DeJoy and resetting the USPS to how it operated before the pandemic. Peter Furgiuel, president of the Long Island Postal Workers Union, said that even before DeJoy had taken office on June 13, post offices across the country were having mail sorting and distribution machines removed. Workers were also no longer allowed to work overtime. Furgiuel said the changes brought forth by DeJoy have severely impacted the reliability of USPS. “It used to be that when you sent something out on Tuesday, 98 percent of the time, it would get where it needed to go by Wednesday,” Furgiuel said. “Now we ran one of our tests, and the letter I mailed to myself from Rocky Point on Friday didn’t get to my home at Babylon until Thursday. It took six whole days, and that shouldn’t be the case.” Walter Barton, president of the National Association of Letter Carriers 6,000, which has about 3,600 local members, echoed Furgiuel’s worries. He said the

postal service was the largest employer of veterans, and that seniors depend on the service for their medication and pension checks. Barton criticized DeJoy and Trump’s actions against the USPS, and said he was troubled by any attempt to undermine a service that had gone above and beyond for all residents during the pandemic. He added that during the pandemic, 82 postal workers had gotten Covid-19, with one employee dying from it. “We’ve worked everyday to deliver checks, medicine and important documents for the American people.” Barton said. “It’s important that the USPS get the funding it deserves, not get privatized.” H. Scottie Coads, state civic engagement chair of the NAACP, found the idea of privatizing the USPS concerning. Coads feared that the privatization of the USPS would lead to voter suppression among communities of color, who would depend on voting through the mail this election year amid the pandemic. Rice called the actions against the post office “cowardly,” and fueled by nothing more than a desire to limit voting as most voters would chose to vote through the mail rather than at polling places. “By slowing down the mail, [Trump] is saying that he wants everyone who is susceptible and vulnerable to Covid-19, our elderly, to get out into crowded spaces to vote,” Rice said. It’s outrageous and un-American to demand that of people during a pandemic.” Congress reconvenedthe following weeks to hear testimony from DeJoy, and then voted to approve the proposed legislation to fund the USPS and remove all the changes DeJoy put in place.

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U.S. CONgRESSwOmaN KathlEEN Rice discussed the importance of the USPS outside the Freeport Post Office on Aug. 18.

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE TO BIDDERS RELINING OF SANITARY SEWER ON WOODCLEFT AVENUE THE INCORPORATED VILLAGE OF FREEPORT NASSAU COUNTY, NEW YORK Notice is hereby given that the Purchasing Agent of the Incorporated Village of Freeport, New York will receive sealed proposals for “RELINING OF SANITARY SEWER ON WOODCLEFT AVENUE” until 11:00 A.M. on September 22, 2020 in the Main Conference Room of the Municipal Building, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, 11520, at which time and place they will be opened publicly and read aloud. Specifications, proposal and proposed contracts may be obtained by visiting the Village website at www.freeportny.gov or at the Office of the Purchasing Agent, Municipal Building, 1st Floor, 46 North Ocean Avenue, Freeport, New York, 11520, from 9:00 A.M. on September 8, 2020 until 4:00 P.M. September 18, 2020. There is no fee for a set of contract documents. Each bid must be accompanied by a bidder’s bond in the amount of not less than five (5%) percent of the bid insuring to the benefit of the Village of Freeport, or a certified check of not less than five (5%) percent of the bid, made payable to the Village of Freeport, to assure the entering of the successful bidder into an acceptable contract. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bid proposals received and subject to these reservations, shall award the contract to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder. Bids which in the opinion of the Board, are unbalanced, shall be rejected. In submitting a bid, bidders agree not to withdraw their bid within forty five (45) days after the date for the opening thereof. Kim Weltner Purchasing Agent Village of Freeport VILLAGE OF FREEPORT Issue Date-September 3, 2020 122969

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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF SPECIAL DISTRICT MEETING OF THE BALDWIN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, IN THE COUNTY OF NASSAU, NEW YORK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special District Meeting of the qualified voters of the Baldwin Union Free School District will be held on Thursday, October 1, 2020

from 7:00 o’clock A.M. to 10:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time) at the District Office, 960 Hastings Street, Baldwin, New York for the purpose of voting upon the following Bond Proposition: BOND PROPOSITION RESOLVED: (a) That the Board of Education of the Baldwin Union Free School District, in the County of Nassau, New York (the “District”), is hereby authorized to undertake the INNOVATION 2020 District-wide facilities improvement project (the “Project”) substantially as described in a plan prepared by H2M Architects & Engineers, which is on file with the District Clerk and available for public inspection, (the “Plan”), including the construction of additions and/or alterations and improvements to District facilities, including construction of new performing arts, gymnasium, innovatrium, technology, kitchen and other space; interior reconstruction and space reconfiguration; airconditioning, cafeteria, auditorium, security, electrical, ADA compliance, building envelope and locker room improvements; resurfacing of pavement and construction of new parking areas; athletic and recreation improvements, including installation of new track and turf fields; and grandstand and outdoor lighting improvements; all of the foregoing to include the original furnishings, equipment, machinery, apparatus and ancillary or related site, demolition and other work required in connection therewith; and to expend therefor, including preliminary costs and costs incidental thereto and to the financing thereof, an amount not to exceed the estimated total cost of $158,618,270; provided that the detailed costs of the components of the Project as set forth herein and as detailed in the Plan may be reallocated among such components if the Board of Education shall determine that such reallocation is in the best interests of the District; (b) that a tax is hereby voted in an amount of not to exceed the estimated total cost of $158,618,270 to finance such cost, such tax to be levied and collected in installments in such years and in such amounts as shall be determined by said Board of Education; and (c) that in anticipation of said tax, bonds of the District are hereby authorized to be issued in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $158,618,270 and a tax is hereby voted

to pay the interest on said bonds as the same shall become due and payable. Such Bond Proposition shall appear on the ballot label to be inserted in the voting machines used for voting at said Special District Meeting in substantially the following condensed form: BOND PROPOSITION YES NO RESOLVED: (a) That the Board of Education of the Baldwin Union Free School District, in the County of Nassau, New York (the “District”), is hereby authorized to undertake the INNOVATION 2020 District-wide facilities improvement project substantially as described in a plan prepared by H2M Architects & Engineers, including the construction of additions and/or alterations and improvements to District facilities and to expend not to exceed $158,618,270 therefor; (b) that a tax is hereby voted in an amount of not to exceed the estimated total cost of $158,618,270 to finance such cost, such tax to be levied and collected in installments in such years and in such amounts as shall be determined by said Board of Education; and (c) that in anticipation of said tax, bonds of the District are hereby authorized to be issued in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $158,618,270, and a tax is hereby voted to pay the interest on said bonds as the same shall become due and payable. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the vote shall be held in accordance with the Rules for the Conduct of Meetings and Elections adopted by the Board of Education. The voting will be conducted by ballot as provided in the Education Law and the polls will remain open from 7:00 o’clock A.M. to 10:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time) and as much longer as may be necessary to enable the voters then present to cast their ballots. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that pursuant to Education Law §2014, personal registration of voters is required, and no person shall be entitled to vote at the Special District Meeting whose name does not appear on the register of the District. Registration shall be permitted in the office of the District Clerk at the District Office, 960 Hasting Street, Baldwin, New York, during the hours of enrollment of children for a school term, and also from 8:00 o’clock A.M. to 3:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time) on any school day at any of the District schools not later than five days preceding the day of the Special District

Meeting. PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the register of the qualified voters of said District prepared for the Annual District Meeting and Election held on June 9, 2020, shall be used as the basis for the preparation of the register for said Special District Meeting to be held on October 1, 2020. Any person whose name appears on such register or who shall have been previously registered for any annual or special District meeting or election and who shall have voted at any annual or special District meeting or election held or conducted at any time since January 1, 2016, will not be required to register personally for this Special District Meeting. In addition, any person otherwise qualified to vote who is registered with the Board of Elections of Nassau County under the provisions of the Election Law shall be entitled to vote at said Special District Meeting without further registration. Immediately upon its completion the register shall be filed in the office of the District Clerk at the District Office, 960 Hastings Street, Baldwin, New York, where it shall be open for inspection by any qualified voter between the hours of 9:00 o’clock A.M. and 2:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time) on each of the five days prior to the day of the Special District Meeting, except Sunday, and on Saturday, September 26, 2020, by appointment only. NOTICE IS FURTHER GIVEN that applications for absentee ballots may be applied for at the office of the District Clerk at the District Office, 960 Hastings Street, Baldwin, New York, during regular school hours on any school day. If the ballot is to be mailed to the voter, the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than Thursday, September 24, 2020. If the ballot is to be delivered personally to the voter at the office of the District Clerk, the completed application must be received by the District Clerk no later than Wednesday, September 30, 2020. All absentee ballots must be received by the District Clerk no later than 5:00 o’clock P.M. (Prevailing Time), on October 1, 2020, the day of the Special District Meeting. A list of all persons to whom absentee ballots shall have been issued will be available in the office of the District Clerk on each of the five days prior to the day of the Special District Meeting, except Sunday, and on Saturday, September 26, 2020, by appointment only. Only qualified voters who

are duly registered will be permitted to vote. BY THE ORDER OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION Dated: August 5, 2020 Mary Hobbs District Clerk 122651 PUBLIC AND LEGAL NOTICES… Printed in this publication can be found online. To search by publication name, go to: www.newyorkpublicnotices.com TO PLACE AN AD CALL 516-569-4000 x 232

LEGAL NOTICE NOTIFICACIÓN SOBRE LA R E U N I Ó N EXTRAORDINARIA DE DISTRITO DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR DE UNIÓN LIBRE DE BALDWIN EN EL CONDADO DE NASSAU, NUEVA YORK POR LA PRESENTE, SE NOTIFICA que, el jueves 1 de octubre de 2020, se celebrará una reunión extraordinaria de distrito de los votantes calificados del distrito escolar de unión libre de Baldwin de 7:00 a. m. a 10:00 p. m. (hora vigente) en la oficina del distrito, 960 Hastings Street, Baldwin, Nueva York, para votar por la siguiente propuesta de bono: PROPUESTA DE BONO SE RESUELVE: (a) Que, por la presente, se autoriza a la Junta de Educación del distrito escolar de unión libre de Baldwin en el condado de Nassau, Nueva York (el “Distrito”), a llevar a cabo el proyecto INNOVATION 2020 de mejora de instalaciones en todo el distrito (el “ P r o y e c t o ” ) sustancialmente como se describe en un plan preparado por H2M Architects & Engineers, que obra en el archivo de la secretaria del distrito y que está disponible para inspección pública (el “Plan”), e incluye la construcción de complementos o reformas y mejoras en las instalaciones del distrito, como la construcción de instalaciones para artes escénicas, gimnasio, atrio de innovación, tecnología, cocina y otros espacios nuevos; la reconstrucción de interiores y la reconfiguración de espacios; aire acondicionado, cafetería, auditorio, cumplimiento de los requisitos de seguridad, electricidad y de la Ley sobre Estadounidenses con Discapacidades (ADA), mejoras en el cerramiento de edificios y en v e s t u a r i o s ; repavimentación y construcción de nuevas áreas de aparcamiento; mejoras en espacios recreativos y deportivos, incluida la instalación de nuevas pistas y campos de césped artificial, y mejoras en la iluminación

externa y de las tribunas; todos los puntos mencionados antes incluirán mobiliario, equipamiento, maquinaria y dispositivos originales, y el recinto auxiliar o relacionado, la demolición u otro trabajo requerido en conexión con ellos; y para ese propósito se invertirá, incluidos los costos preliminares y adicionales a ello y para su financiación, un monto que no excederá el costo total estimado de $158,618,270, siempre y cuando los costos detallados de los componentes del Proyecto establecidos en la presente y enumerados en el Plan puedan reasignarse entre dichos componentes si la Junta de Educación determina que tal reasignación obrará en favor de los intereses del distrito. (b) Que, por la presente, se votará un gravamen por un monto que no excederá el costo total estimado de $158,618,270 para financiar ese costo, y ese gravamen se exigirá y cobrará en cuotas en la cantidad de años y en las sumas que determine dicha Junta de Educación. (c) Que, en previsión de dicho gravamen, por la presente, se autoriza la emisión de bonos del distrito por un monto total de capital que no debe exceder los $158,618,270, y por la presente, se vota un gravamen para pagar el interés sobre dichos bonos en el momento de su vencimiento y exigibilidad. Dicha propuesta de bono aparecerá en la boleta de votación que se colocará en las urnas digitales usadas para votar en la reunión extraordinaria del distrito antes mencionada sustancialmente de la forma resumida a continuación: PROPUESTA DE BONO SÍ NO SE RESUELVE: (a) Que, por la presente, se autoriza a la Junta de Educación del distrito escolar de unión libre de Baldwin en el condado de Nassau, Nueva York, a llevar a cabo el proyecto INNOVATION 2020 de mejora de instalaciones en todo el distrito sustancialmente como se describe en un plan preparado por H2M Architects & Engineers, que incluye la construcción de complementos o reformas y mejoras en las instalaciones del distrito que implicarán un gasto que no superará los $158,618,270 para tal propósito. (b) Que, por la presente, se votará un gravamen por un monto que no excederá el costo total estimado de $158,618,270 para financiar ese costo, y ese gravamen se exigirá y cobrará en cuotas en la

cantidad de años y en las sumas que determine dicha Junta de Educación. (c) Que, en previsión de dicho gravamen, por la presente se autoriza la emisión de bonos del distrito por un monto total de capital que no debe exceder los $158,618,270, y por la presente se vota un gravamen para pagar el interés sobre dichos bonos en el momento de su vencimiento y exigibilidad. SE NOTIFICA también que la votación se llevará a cabo de acuerdo con las Normas para la Organización de Reuniones y Elecciones adoptadas por la Junta de Educación. La votación se realizará mediante boleta según lo estipulado en la Ley de Educación y se podrá votar de 7:00 a. m. a 10:00 p. m. (hora vigente). Asimismo, de ser necesario, se extenderá este horario para permitir que todos los votantes presentes puedan emitir su voto. SE NOTIFICA, además, que conforme a la sección 2014 de la Ley de Educación, se requiere que los votantes se inscriban personalmente, y aquellas personas cuyos nombres no aparezcan en el registro del distrito no podrán votar en la reunión extraordinaria del distrito. La inscripción deberá realizarse en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito, en la oficina del distrito, 960 Hastings Street, Baldwin, Nueva York, durante los horarios de inscripción de los alumnos para el período escolar, y de 8:00 a. m. a 3:00 p. m. (hora vigente) en cualquier día lectivo en cualquiera de las escuelas del distrito hasta cinco días antes del día de la reunión extraordinaria del distrito. SE NOTIFICA también que el registro de los votantes calificados de dicho distrito preparado para la reunión y elección anual del distrito del 9 de junio de 2020 se usará como base para la preparación del registro para dicha reunión extraordinaria del distrito que se celebrará el 1 de octubre de 2020. Todas las personas cuyos nombres aparezcan en dicho registro o que se hayan inscrito anteriormente para cualquier reunión o elección anual o extraordinaria del distrito, y que hayan votado en cualquier reunión o elección anual o extraordinaria del distrito que se haya llevado a cabo en cualquier momento desde el 1 de enero de 2016 no necesitarán inscribirse personalmente para esta reunión extraordinaria del distrito. Además, todas las personas calificadas de otra forma para votar que estén inscritas en la Junta de Elecciones del condado de Nassau en virtud de las disposiciones de la Ley de Elecciones

tendrán derecho a votar en dicha reunión extraordinaria del distrito sin necesidad de inscribirse nuevamente. Inmediatamente una vez completado, el registro deberá presentarse en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito en la oficina del distrito, 960 Hastings Street, Baldwin, Nueva York, donde será inspeccionado por cualquier votante calificado entre las 9:00 a. m. y las 2:00 p. m. (hora vigente) en cada uno de los cinco días previos al día de la reunión extraordinaria del distrito, salvo el domingo, y el sábado 26 de septiembre de 2020, solo con cita. SE NOTIFICA, además, que las solicitudes de votos por correo pueden realizarse en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito en la oficina del distrito, 960 Hastings Street, Baldwin, Nueva York, en el horario escolar habitual en cualquier día lectivo. Si la boleta se enviará al votante por correo, la secretaria del distrito debe recibir la solicitud completa, a más tardar, el jueves 24 de septiembre de 2020. Si la boleta se entregará personalmente al votante en la oficina de la secretaria del distrito, la secretaria debe recibir la solicitud completa, a más tardar, el miércoles 30 de septiembre de 2020. La secretaria del distrito debe recibir todos los votos por correo, a más tardar, el 1 de octubre de 2020 a las 5:00 p. m. (hora vigente) el día de la reunión extraordinaria del distrito. En la oficina de la secretaria del distrito, se pondrá a disposición una lista de todas las personas a las que se les enviaron votos por correo durante cada uno de los cinco días previos al día de la reunión extraordinaria del distrito, salvo el domingo, y el sábado 26 de septiembre de 2020, solo con cita. Solo podrán votar los votantes calificados que estén debidamente registrados. POR ORDEN DE LA JUNTA DE EDUCACIÓN Fecha: 5 de agosto de 2020 Mary Hobbs Secretaria del distrito 122653 PUBLIC & LEGAL NOTICES To place a notice here call us us at 516-569-4000 x232 or send an email to: legalnotices@liherald.com

LEGAL NOTICE ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PUBLIC HEARING, September 17, 2020 NOTICE IS HEREBY given that a teleconference Public Hearing with the Zoning Board of Appeals is scheduled for Thursday September 17, 2020 at 6:00 P.M., on the appeals and applications of cases as they appear on the calendar; residential applications that do not

FREEPORT HERALD LEADER — September 3, 2020

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September 3, 2020 — FREEPORT HERALD LEADER

Norma Gomez Norma Gomez, of Freeport, died on Aug. 4. She was the beloved mother of Yvette Gomez and Rudy Rodriguez, loving grandmother of Michael Moronta, Matthew Moronta, Deangelo Rodriguez and Sofia Rodriguez and dear great grandmother of Brianna Garcia and Arabella Simmons. Funeral mass was held at the Our Holy Redeemer RC Church. Cremation service was private.

Janet Donnelly

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Nassau CouNty PoliCe arrested a 17-year-old from Freeport for a string of larceny incidents.

Freeport teen arrested for string of thefts in August The Nassau County Police Department’s Fifth Squad reported the arrest of a Freeport juvenile on Aug. 31, in Valley Stream. Detectives said that at about 8:50 p.m., in a parking lot on 207 W. Merrick Road, the male suspect, 17, approached a female victim, 61, and stole her pocketbook. Police found the suspect at the intersection of Stringham Avenue and Hancock Place, in Valley Stream, where he was arrested at 9:01 p.m. No injuries were reported during the arrest and some of the victim’s belongings were recovered. An investigation found that the teen suspect had been responsible for five additional incidents in August: Aug. 8, at 10:59 p.m.; 906 W. Merrick Road – female victim, 20, pocketbook

grabbed from the ground and subject fled the scene. Aug. 19, at 8:05 p.m.; W. Merrick Road and Green Street – female victim, 64, pocketbook ripped off her shoulder and subject fled the scene. Aug. 23, at 9:45 p.m.; W. Merrick Road and Ormonde Boulevard – female victim, 60, was hit from behind, pushed to the ground by the subject and he then ripped a pocketbook from her hands and fled the scene. Victim suffered lacerations and bruises. Aug. 26, at 9:55 p.m.; in front of 181 W. Merrick Road; female victim, 47, pocketbook pulled off victim’s shoulder and subject fled the scene. The suspect was charged with two counts of robbery, two counts of grand larceny and petit larceny. He was arraigned on Sept. 1.

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929 205 6099 US (NY) All applications are nonconforming with zoning regulations herein specified for the districts in which they are located. Application #2019-22 18 Gill Ave., Residence A Section 55/Block 213/Lot 48 - Anastasio Rodriguez - Second floor addition, first floor cantilever, 144 sq. ft. wood shed & maintain existing front access portico. Variances: Village Ordinances §210-6A, §210-43A(1) Front yard

depth, §210-43A(3) - side yard width, §210-39B Sky Exposure Plane, §210-41 Lot Coverage, §210-21 Permissible Extension of use. Application #2020-12 226 Sportsmans Ave., Residence A - Section 62/Block 088/Lot 36 Manuela Leon - Proposed new 2061 sq. ft. three story modular home. Variances: Village Ordinances §210-6A, §210-43A(2) Rear yard setback. BY ORDER OF THE ZONING BOARD OF

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Janet Donnelly, 77, of Freeport, died on Aug. 5. She was a retired secretary for the Village of Freeport Water Department. She was the beloved wife of the late James, loving mother of Paul, William and the late James and adored grandmother of Christopher, Anastasia, Abigail, Alyssa and the late Kayla. Visitations were held at the Hungerford & Clark Inc. Funeral Home. Funeral mass was held at the Our Holy Redeemer RC Church. Interment Greenfield Cemetery.

Valroy White Valroy White, 82, of Freeport, died on Aug. 6. He was the beloved husband of Jean, loving father of Dave White, Valerie Jackson, the late Gillian White, Wendy Reefer and Wayne White, cherished grandfather of 14, great-grandfather of 4 and dear brother of Dolcie Christian, Herdle White, Lorna James and the late Glothille Prussia. He was also survived by many other loving relatives and friends. Reposing was held at the Hungerford & Clark Inc. Funeral Home. Cremation service was private.

Mary Hemmelman Mary Hemmelman, 92, of Freeport, died on Aug. 6. She was the beloved wife of the late Glenn R. Hemmelman, loving mother of Loretta Heredia, adored grandmother of Jason, Matthew, Nikolas and Alexander Balalaos and dear sister of John Falcone. Visitations were held at the Hungerford & Clark Inc. Funeral Home. Funeral mass was held at the Our Holy Redeemer RC Church. Interment Long Island National Cemetery.

and great grandfather of 10. Funeral mass was held at the Our Holy Redeemer RC Church. Interment Greenfield Cemetery.

Barbara Jagnow Barbara Jagnow, a life-long Freeporter, died on Aug. 11. She was the proprietor of Otto’s Restaurant, in Freeport. She was a member of the Freeport Chamber of Commerce, Nautical Mile Merchants Assoc. and founding member of the Freeport Festival. She was the devoted wife of the late Arnin, beloved mother of Ilona, her “adoptive grandson” Collin Weynant and many nieces and nephews here and in Germany. Funeral mass was held at the Our Holy Redeemer RC Church. Entombment Pinelawn Memorial Park.

Ann Jackson Ann Jackson, of Kiawah Island, S.C., formerly of Freeport, died on Aug. 12. She was the retired administrator for the Social Security Administration. She was a dedicated and active member of the Our Holy Redeemer RC Church, member of the Ministry of Catholic African Ancestry, Catholic Daughter’s Court Stella Maris, Rosary Society, Our Holy Redeemer Choir and founding member of the Young Vincentians. She was the beloved wife of the late Robert, devoted mother of Barbara Patton, loving grandmother of John Patton, Jr., and Robyn (Arnold) Watson, dear great grandmother of Christopher John Patton, Alex Patton, Brittany Neal and Maya Spurling and fond sister of Adele Pappy. Funeral mass held at the Our Holy Redeemer RC Church. Interment St Charles Cemetery.

Kylon Bruce Kylon Bruce, of Lynbrook, died on Aug. 12. He was the beloved son of Nikki and Donavan and loving brother of Dylon Stanley, Aidan Stanley and Denae Stanley. Funeral mass was held at the Our Holy Redeemer RC Church. Cremation service was private.

Dolores Lutz Dolores Lutz, died on Aug. 19. Funeral and cremations services were private.

Josefa Figueredo

Saverio Fazzolare

Josefa Figueredo, 92, of Jackson Heights, died on Aug. 9. She was the beloved mother of Maria Gramlich and Maximo Figueredo. She was also survived by three grandchildren and four greatgrandchildren. Reposing was held at the Hungerford & Clark Funeral Home. Funeral mass was held at the Our Holy Redeemer RC Church. Inter ment Pinelawn Memorial Park.

Saverio Fazzolare, 92, of Baldwin, died on Aug. 19. He was the beloved husband of Agnes, loving father of Joseph and James Fazzolare and Katharine (Michael) Jockers and adored grandfather of Katie, Lori and Brian Jockers. Reposing was held at the Hungerford & Clark Inc. Funeral Home. Interment St. Charles Cemetery.

Vicente Jimenez

Marie Osborne, 102, of E. Northport, formerly of Freeport, died on Aug. 20. She was the beloved aunt of Denise Kelly. She was also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Funeral mass was held at the Our Holy Redeemer R.C. Church. Interment Holy Rood Cemetery.

Vicente Jimenez, of Freeport, died Aug. 11. He was the devoted husband of the late Virgilia, loving father of Marta Pagan, Blanca, Telma, Dora, Gildardo, Nohelia and Jose, dear grandfather of 15

Marie Osborne

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alf hidden by shrubs and tree branches, there’s a bench in my backyard’s southeast corner, short and stout, its thin pine planks grayed by the elements and mottled with mint-green lichen. Weakened by age, it is a delicate little thing, which no one has sat on for years, but there it remains, my wife and I stubbornly refusing to part with it. We love that bench, survivor that it is. Superstorm Sandy sloshed through our Merrick neighborhood in 2012, flooding our yard with saltwater, liftsCoTT ing all manner of BRinTon lawn furniture from people’s yards and depositing it who knew where. That little bench — just large enough to fit two preschoolers — never budged. My wife bought it 15 years ago to give our daughter and son — then 5 and 3, respectively — a place to sit under the shade of an old flowering dogwood tree. I was marching to and fro on a recent balmy Friday evening, mowing the backyard lawn, when I was suddenly struck by how special that bench is, what it represents to my wife and me — years of happy memories wrapped up in an inanimate object. I

stopped and stared at it as the remembrances coursed through my mind. I’m feeling more emotional than usual these days. Covering the coronavirus pandemic for the Heralds has, at times over the past six months, shaken me to my core. Covid-19 devastated New York state, particularly the greater metropolitan area. Writing and editing stories about the deaths of so many good people takes its toll on your psyche. At the same time, my son, Andrew, graduated from Kennedy High School in Bellmore in June, and three weeks he later turned 18, officially becoming an adult. He began his studies at Hofstra University last week. My daughter, Alexandra, 20, started her junior year at NYU this week. I am no longer the parent of children; I am the parent of two adults, capable of driving, voting and earning their keep. It’s a strange thought that takes some getting used to. That’s why, I believe, my thoughts have more often turned to those long summer days spent in the backyard, lost in play with the kids when they were young, their giddy chatter echoing through the neighborhood as they bounced through the sprinkler, bobbed in the inflatable pool, played hideand-seek or badminton, or kicked the soccer ball around until their legs gave out from

fatigue. Always, the bench was there. I hadn’t noticed how it had aged until that recent Friday. Only the brown metal centerpiece across its backrest, depicting an African savanna with a lion, a monkey, a gazelle, an elephant and a giraffe, is seemingly untouched by time. Around the time our kids were in preschool, my wife and I planted 10 peegee hydrangeas, three dwarf cherry trees and two apple trees around our backyard, and later added two white pines in oversized pots beside the patio. Each set of flora was imbued with meaning. When we moved in 18 years ago, a line of forsythia bushes separated our yard from our neighbor behind us. Each spring it exploded in yellow for two weeks. Then the neighbor, who has since moved away, cut down the bushes, and there was no longer any vegetation, any color. So we ordered 10 one-foot-tall hydrangea seedlings for $3.50 each from the Arbor Day Foundation. They came packaged in clear plastic tubes, their fragile roots wrapped in wet paper towels to preserve them. These specimens weren’t much to look at at first; you hardly knew they were there. Each year they grew, though, and now they tower eight feet above our backyard, forming a tunnellike canopy along our rear fence line, burst-

or my wife and me, years of happy memories wrapped up in an inanimate object.

ing with puffy white flowers in mid-August. We planted the cherries in honor of my wife’s parents, who kept a cherry orchard in their home village of Rajdavitsa, in southwestern Bulgaria. The white pines we planted for my parents, who maintained a pine forest in the front and back yards of my childhood home in Yaphank, in Suffolk County. And the apples we planted for our kids, so we could watch the trees grow with them. They’re now 30 feet tall. The bench sits between the apples and the hydrangeas, their lush vegetation covering it in shade. The old dogwood died five years ago, and I cut off its branches then and chain-sawed its trunk down this summer. These days, my backyard is quieter than it was — the giddy chatter is gone. Often I sit on a much larger bench on the opposite side of this space, between the hydrangeas and a massive holly bush. It’s a sturdy bench, made of teak, the kind that feels like it might last a century. There I sit and find peace in the early morning or late evening, before or after a long day’s work, reflecting on all that was and all I hope will be. My backyard has long been my sanctum to escape the sound and fury of the world beyond its borders. Scott Brinton is the Herald Community Newspapers’ executive editor and an adjunct professor at the Hofstra University Herbert School of Communication. Comments about this column? SBrinton@liherald.com.

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hat if Sam Adams, John Hancock and the other colonists living in and around Lexington and Concord had thought that Paul Revere was spreading fake news on the 18th of April in ’75? That was the night Revere rode through the countryside, shouting that the British were coming, as indeed, 700 British regulars advanced toward the rebels. What happened next was different from the richly Randi imagined version kReiss of history in Longfellow’s poem, but Revere did spread the news. And the citizens of Massachusetts believed him. And they believed the coverage of subsequent battles in the Boston Gazette. What if Americans, fixed to their radios, hadn’t believed FDR’s shocking announcement on Dec. 7, 1941, that the Japanese had attacked Pearl Harbor? He said, “It will be recorded that the distance of Hawaii from Japan makes it obvious that the attack was deliberately planned many

days or even weeks ago. During the intervening time, the Japanese government has deliberately sought to deceive the United States by false statements and expressions of hope for continued peace.” Roosevelt declared war, thereby telling Americans that they would soon be sending their sons and daughters overseas to fight and to support the war effort. A few days later, Nazi Germany declared war on the United States, and the great ship of state moved into battle mode. People learned about FDR’s proclamations through the press and followed the progress of the war through our newspapers and the president’s radio addresses. What if a majority of Americans had suspected the news was unreliable? What if people had suspected that FDR might be leading the country into war for self-serving reasons, to get re-elected or to enrich himself and his family? I think, too, of the immense sacrifice that was asked of the British people by Winston Churchill during the Blitz. He fixed their courage to a sticking point with the sheer power of his moral authority and his magnificent words. What if they hadn’t

trusted or believed in him? What if a group within England had refused to abide by the draconian wartime rationing and restrictions because Churchill had been proven a liar or a fool? The citizens of London followed him through hell because they trusted him with their lives. We are not similarly blessed. There are two parts to this problem of veracity and authenticity in the public arena. One is that our president is not worthy of our trust. He suggested from his first day in office that his version of the truth, although it might be verifiably false (like the number of spectators at his inauguration), was the truth. That makes it impossible for thinking people to follow his directives or believe in his leadership. The second part is that the president uses the term “fake news” to delegitimize reporters and news outlets that challenge him. A society needs both a president who tells the truth and a free press that holds pubic officials to account. We have a fair and free press that, from right to left and left to right, reports the news and expresses a broad spectrum of views. Viewers and readers can read and

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tune in, inform themselves and process the different points of view. The blight that has infected journalism is the president’s accusation of “fake news” for any reporting that questions him or his policies. The idea that the reliable news outlets are disseminating “fake” information undermines the basic constitutional guarantee of a free press. I know, because since Trump came into office, a fair number of readers have slung the “fake news” epithet my way when they don’t agree with something I write. Yet it is the press that has exposed the ongoing chaos in the Trump administration, the self-serving mishandling of the coronavirus pandemic and the continuing tragedy of a man ill fit and ill equipped to be president. If Donald Trump shouted that the British were coming, if he asked us to endure a blitz, if he declared war on another country, there would be a crisis of faith in his leadership. At the end of the day, I suspect we would need our free press to help us decide how to move forward as a country. And how would that go if millions of Americans had been encouraged by the president to perceive widely respected news sources as “fake”? Copyright 2020 Randi Kreiss. Randi can be reached at randik3@aol.com.

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The CDC’s Covid-19 back-to-school checklist

undreds of thousands of students will start school across Long Island next week amid the worst disease outbreak in the United States since 1918. It is indeed a time of fear and anxiety for many parents, who worry about their children contracting an illness whose cause is only loosely understood, whose symptoms can range from mild to debilitating, even catastrophic, and whose cure is months, if not years, away. In our annual back-to school editorial, we normally offer government guidance on topics from students’ study habits to bus safety. This time, we provide the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s best advice on keeping your kids safe amid the pandemic of 2020. According to the CDC, parents should: ■ Check their children each morning for signs of illness. Any child with a fever of 100.4 degrees or higher, sore throat, cough, diarrhea, severe headache, vomiting or body aches should not attend school. Any child who has been in contact with someone with Covid-19 should stay home as well. ■ Identify their school point person(s) to contact if a child is ill. ■ Know local Covid-19 testing sites in case their children develop symptoms. ■ Make sure their children are up to date with all recommended vaccines, including for influenza. All school-aged children should get the flu vaccine every season, with rare exceptions. ■ Review and practice proper hand washing at home, especially before and after eating, sneezing, coughing and adjusting a mask or cloth face covering. ■ Be familiar with how their children’s schools will make water available during the day. Consider packing a water bottle. ■ Develop daily routines before and after school — for example, what to pack for school in the morning, like hand sanitizer and a backup mask, and what to do when children return home, like washing hands immediately, washing masks and changing clothes. ■ Talk to their children about precautions

How parents can help kids wear their masks According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, parents should: ■ Have multiple masks for their kids, so they can wash them daily and have backups ready. ■ Choose masks that: n Fit snugly but comfortably against the side of the face. n Completely cover the nose and mouth. n Are

secured with ties or ear loops.

n Have

multiple layers of fabric.

n Allow

for breathing without restriction.

n Can

be washed and machine-dried without damage or change of shape. ■ Label their children’s masks clearly, with a permanent marker, so they are not confused with those of other children. ■ Practice with their children putting on and taking off masks without touching the cloth. to take at school. Students may be advised to: n Wash and sanitize their hands more often. n Stay

students.

physically distance from other

n Wear a mask. n Avoid

sharing objects with other students, including water bottles, phones, tablets, pens, pencils and books.

n Use hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol. Make sure they are using a safe product. The Food and Drug Administration has recalled products that contain toxic methanol.

letters In defense of the police To the Editor: I want to thank Brian Wells for his truthful and heartfelt op-ed defending the police, “Recent laws endanger the police and public” (Aug. 20-26). I encourage anyone with a rational

brain to read it and then ask yourself if you don’t think the current anti-police craziness is a misleading, or rather total, lie. As president of the Long Beach PBA, Wells makes a plea for people to understand what is being said about them, and he honestly states what police have to deal with on a daily basis, and not what the liberal media spews out to the public.

■ Explain the importance of wearing a mask and how it protects other people from becoming ill. ■ Consider talking to their children about other people who may be unable to wear masks because of medical conditions like asthma. ■ Model mask wearing, especially when physical distancing is difficult or impossible to maintain. ■ Praise their children for wearing masks correctly. ■ Put masks on stuffed animals. ■ Draw a mask on a favorite book character. ■ Show images of other children wearing masks. ■ Allow their children to choose their masks, as long as they meet the school’s dress requirements. ■ Provide their children with containers or resealable bags labeled with their names to store their masks when they’re not wearing them, such as when they are eating. ■ Develop a plan as a family to protect household members who are at increased risk of severe illness. ■ Make sure their children’s information is current at school, including emergency contacts and people who are authorized to pick them up from school. If that list includes anyone who is at increased risk for severe illness from Covid-19, consider an alternate.

opinions

nyone who knows me knows that from the start, I have not been a fan of the current administration in Washington, D.C. I am likely to be in fundamental disagreement on almost every issue, from immigration to tax reform to health care. So I’m more than a little surprised to find myself agreeing with President Trump that we should do whatever we can to help our children return safely to their classrooms next month. I’m not qualified to write about medical issues. Those who are, like the president’s timotHY new Covid-19 Denton adviser, Dr. Scott Atlas, have left some significant caveats unaddressed in asserting that such a return is feasible. First, Atlas assumes children’s near total ability to resist the virus “where no comorbidity exists” — in other words, where there is no other underlying condition. Unfortunately, some children do have underlying conditions, and recent data shows as well that they are more susceptible to Covid infection than originally believed, as evidenced by the surge in pediatric cases in countries where children have already returned to school. Atlas also ignores the

sizable adult staff in any school that may be infected by asymptomatic children. And students’ and teachers’ daily interactions outside school are not currently subject to systematic contact tracing. I’m a former public school teacher. From 1988 to 1996, I taught English as a second language. I began teaching while living in Europe, where my students ranged from adults needing the language for a variety of professional reasons to students at the University of Vienna. After returning to the U.S., I taught adult basic literacy in the New York City schools. My students were from dozens of cultural and educational backgrounds — from the Estonian engineer who spoke six languages to the Honduran refugee whose schooling in her war-torn country stopped in second grade. I taught also taught ESL and communications at the La Guardia campus of the City University of New York. CUNY’s open enrollment policy presented similar challenges, although with fewer extreme educational differences. My curriculum had to take such diversity into account. During the 1993-94 school year, I took a seminar facilitated by mentors from the Barbara Taylor School in Harlem. Students at the school came from all over the

’m more than a little surprised to find myself agreeing with the president.

Letters I could not have added anything to Wells’s essay, and it is the best opinion piece that I have read in defense of the police. And yes, the police need to be defended — not defunded. Wells wrote, “The most important point that can be imparted to the public is that in almost every tragic police encounter, there is a common denominator: Catastrophes can be avoided by compliance. If you do not resist arrest, there is virtually no chance that you will be killed by a police officer.” So, very simply, do not resist arrest. Whether innocent or guilty, plead your case in court, not with the officer. The police are taught to use specific tactics when someone resists arrest, but they can be avoided if you do not resist. I believe people resist arrest because of a lengthy rap sheet rather than fear of the police. And if that’s the case, blame judges, not the police. The fact that not one political leader is defending the police is a disgrace. But the police will always have my support. They are in more danger than any of the people they are called to respond to. And thank you, Herald for printing a letter that is actually important. MArk VAN BrUNT Freeport

city, and many had been judged so incorrigible that they had been permanently expelled from public schools. Teachers from the Taylor School disagreed with the assessment that such children were “unteachable,” and set about proving it. They adapted pedagogical techniques pioneered by the biologist Lev Vygotsky, who worked with a variety of special-needs children in the early days of the Soviet Union. Vygotsky taught children who, under the old czarist regime, had been almost entirely neglected. What Vygotsky discovered — unsurprising to any experienced teacher — was that groups of students are much more than the sum of their individual abilities. Their achievements were measurably greater than that of students working alone, and the life experiences they brought to any learning situation provided raw material for a level of creativity not seen in individuals. Students learned from one another, even as teachers crafted lessons from their students’ real-life experiences. Teachers in New York City schools treated so-called incorrigibles as isolated problems. The Taylor School created an environment that met them where they were and that enabled them to stimulate one another. In most cases, the result was

a transformation that had been thought impossible, with students equaling or outperforming “mainstream” students. The weeks I spent with guides from the Taylor School completely changed my teaching. I learned to see my collection of individuals more as a collaborative whole. For the remainder of my teaching career, what I learned in that course inspired me. It still does. Students don’t simply learn facts in preparation for a life of productive work. They also learn to work collaboratively and to develop personal relationships — the social-emotional learning that is crucial to any child’s development, and that cannot be nurtured in isolation. They need to study together. Since the start of the pandemic, the president has often seemed to be living in a world of magical solutions. Simply asserting that students and staff are safe does not make them so. But that doesn’t mean schools can’t find real, sciencebased solutions. The safety of students and staff is paramount. But every professional educator I’ve spoken with agrees that collaborative learning in the classroom is superior to distance learning — if it can be done safely. We should make every effort to help them achieve this. Timothy Denton is the senior editor of the Seaford and Wantagh Herald Gazettes. Comments? Tdenton@liherald.com.

FrAmework by Jackie Comitino

Police need oversight To the Editor: re “recent laws endanger the police and public”: The lament by Brian Wells, the Long Beach PBA president, that recent changes in New York law endanger the police and public, continues the baseless campaign of fear by police unions. The unions seem to believe that the uniform and badge should shield them from all oversight. The assertion that these reform measures are “antipolice” reveals the prevailing attitude that the police expect nothing less than total subservience. The repeal of Civil rights Law 50-a finally permits some measure of accountability for past misconduct. Officers will now be subject to the same cross-examination rules as any other witness. It was absurd that officers who had engaged in prior bad acts, including falsifying reports, excessive force and yes, even lying under oath, could be shielded from having a jury consider these acts when judging testimonial credibility. I daresay Officer Wells would not support shielding a criminal defense witness from being “discredited because of unrelated complaints or incidents.” Indeed, well before Eric

A summer evening at Morgan Memorial Park — Glen Cove

Garner and George Floyd, police departments were quick to release unrelated prior criminal records as a means of discrediting the victims of officers’ misconduct. To argue that placing restrictions on the use of force, and eliminating unique and special protections, strips officers of their civil rights is absurd. There is no right to use

excessive force or to be protected from legitimate cross-examination. Ultimately, what the police unions object to is that the State Legislature no longer panders to them, and has risen from its knees to protect the people of this state from continued abuse. JAY k. GOLDBErG Woodmere

FREEPORT HERALD LEADER — September 3, 2020

A safe return to class should be the goal

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