Port music education recognized nationally

The Port Washington School District has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education for the ninth consecutive year.

Now in its 24th year, the Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement in efforts to provide music access and education to all students.

To qualify for the Best Communities designation, Port Washington School District answered detailed questions about funding, graduation requirements, music class participation, instruction time, facilities, support for the music program and community music-making programs. Responses were verified by school officials and reviewed by The Music Research Institute at the University of Kansas.

“Music education is an integral part of our district’s commitment to providing a well-rounded education for our students. We believe that music not only enriches their lives but also enhances their cognitive, emotional, and social development,” said Michael Hynes, superintendent of schools. “Receiving this designation demonstrates our dedication to providing high-quality instruction and opportunities for our students to explore their musical interests and talents. We are excited about the potential this has to further elevate our program and inspire even more students to pursue their passion for music.”

Since the passage of the Every Student Succeeds Act in 2015 and a stated emphasis on a well-rounded education, many school districts have re-committed to music and arts education programs.

During the pandemic, music and arts programs were a vital component to keeping students engaged in school. The act provides designated funding for well-rounded educational opportunities through Title IV Part A Student Academic Success and Achievement grants. NAMM Founda- tion research has revealed that these grants are being widely used by school districts to address instructional gaps in access to music and arts education.

“Receiving this award for the ninth consecutive year is an incredible honor and a testament to the hard work and dedication of our students, staff and community. It is a recognition of the importance of music education and the impact it can have on the lives of our students,” said Kevin Scully, director of creative arts. “We are committed to continuing to provide our students with the highest quality music education possible and to inspire them to pursue their passion for music. This award is a motivation for us to continue to strive for excellence in all that we do.”

Research into music education continues to demonstrate educational/ cognitive and social skill benefits for children who make music.

After two years of music education, researchers found that participants showed more substantial improvements in how the brain processes speech and reading scores than their less-involved peers and that students who are involved in music are not only more likely to graduate high school but also to attend college as well.

In addition, everyday listening skills are stronger in musically trained children than in those without music training. Significantly, listening skills are closely tied to the ability to perceive speech in a noisy background, pay attention and keep sounds in memory. Later in life, individuals who took music lessons as children show stronger neural processing of sound; young adults and even older adults who have not played an instrument for up to 50 years show enhanced neural processing compared to their peers.

Not to mention, social benefits include conflict resolution, teamwork skills and how to give and receive constructive criticism.

For more information about the Port Washington Union Free School District, please visit the district’s website at www.portnet.org and ‘like’/‘follow’ our Facebook/Instagram page @PortWashSchools.

About The NAMM Foundation

The NAMM Foundation is a nonprofit supported in part by the National Association of Music Merchants and its 15,000 member companies and individual professionals. The foundation advances active participation in music making across the lifespan by supporting scientific research, philanthropic giving, and public service programs. For more information about The NAMM Foundation, please visit www. nammfoundation.org.

Legal Notice Of Board Of Zoning Appeals Hearing

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to law, that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Village of Port Washington North, located at 3 Pleasant Avenue, Port Washington, New York 11050, on May 8, 2023, at 7:45 p.m., for the purpose of considering the following application:

The application of Augustino D’Alonzo as applicant and and owner of 10 Morgan Place, Port Washington, New York. The property is listed under Section 4 Block Q Lot 23 of the Nassau County Tax Map. The premises are located in the Residence C District for purposes of the Port Washington North Village Zoning Code. Applicant and owner seek the following variances to the proposed construction of the proposed single-family dwelling:

1. Pursuant to Section 176-30, of the Port Washington North Village Code, Lot Area Requirements, no single family dwelling shall be constructed on a lot with an area less than 4000 square feet. The applicant and owner are proposing to construct a single-family dwelling on a lot that is 1600 square feet which is less than the 4000 square feet minimum lot size permitted under Section 176-30 of the Port Washington North Village Code.

2. Pursuant to Section 176-38 of the Port Washington North Village Code, Street Frontage and Front Yard Width, the minimum street frontage and front yard width for a single-family dwelling shall be 40 feet. The applicant and owner are proposing to construct a single-family dwelling with a street frontage and front yard width of one-half of the 40 feet required under Section 176-38 of the Port Washington North Village Code.

3. Pursuant to Section 176-32 of the Port Washington North Village Code, Front Yard Requirements, there shall be a front yard depth which shall not be less than 15 feet. The applicant and owner are proposing to construct a single-family dwelling with a front yard depth of 10 feet which is less than the requirement under Section 176-32 of the Port Washington North Village Code.

4. Pursuant to Section 176-33 of the Port Washington North Village Code, Rear Yard Requirements, there shall be a minimum rear yard depth of not less than 25 feet. The applicant and owner are proposing to construct a single-family dwelling with a rear yard depth of 18 feet which is less than the requirement under Section 176-33 of the Port Washington North Village Code.

5. Pursuant to Section 176-34 of the Port Washington North Village Code, General Requirements for Side Yards, there shall be a side yard width of not less than 5 feet, with an aggregate of not less than 13 feet. The applicant and owner are proposing to construct a single-family dwelling with side yards of 5 feet and 2 feet, respectively, resulting in an aggregate of 7 feet. A variance of 3 feet is required for one side yard and a variance of 6 feet is required for the aggregate pursuant to Section 17634 of the Port Washington North Village Code.

At said public hearing all parties interested will be given an opportunity to be heard Copies of the proposed plans are on file with the Village Hall and may be seen during normal business hours. Anyone needing special accommodation pursuant to the American with Disabilities Act should contact the Clerk to the Board of Zoning Appeals at least four (4) business days before the meeting.

Dated: April 24, 2023, Port Washington, New York

Zoning Board of Appeals of the Village of Port Washington North Linda Kropacek, Clerk to the Board of Zoning Appeals

Legal Notice Of Board Of Zoning Appeals Hearing

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, pursuant to law, that a public hearing will be held by the Board of Zoning Appeals of the Village of Port Washington North, located at 3 Pleasant Avenue, Port Washington, New York 11050, on May 8, 2023, at 7:30 p.m., for the purpose of considering the following application:

The application of Creative Number 3 LLC, as applicant and as owner of the premises located at 26 Valley Road, Port Washington, New York. Which is Section 4 Block J Lot 37 of the Nassau County Tax Map. The premises are located in Residence B in the Village of Port Washington North Zoning Code. Applicant and owner seek a use variance for the purposes of constructing and maintaining office space and a laboratory. The proposed use is not permitted use under Section 176-17 of the Port Washington North Village Code, and therefore, applicant/owner is seeking a use variance for the office space and laboratory. At said public hearing all parties interested will be given an opportunity to be heard Copies of the proposed plans are on file with the Village Hall and may be seen during normal business hours. Anyone needing special accommodation pursuant to the American with Disabilities Act should contact the Clerk to the Board of Zoning Appeals at least four (4) business days before the meeting.

Dated: April 25, 2023 Port Washington, New York

Zoning Board of Appeals of the Village of Port Washington North Linda Kropacek, Clerk to the Board of Zoning Appeals

Notice of Formation of Decambre Management, LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 202303-26. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of Limited Liability Company (LLC) upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to Charlene DeCambre: 160 East Sunrise Highway Suite 1150 Freeport NY 11520. Purpose: Any lawful purpose

Notice of Formation of Crusader Crafts LLC. Articles of Organization filed with Secretary of State of NY (SSNY) on 202303-03. Office location: Nassau County. SSNY designated as agent of upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY should mail process to Crusader Crafts: PO Box 286 Mill Neck NY 11765. Purpose: Any lawful purpose

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