- Calhoun Music Groups win BIG at National Music Competition: On Thursday, April 11th, 140 members of the Calhoun High School Concert Choir, Show Choir, and Wind Ensemble travelled to Orlando, Florida, to take part in the prestigious four day Festival Disney National Music Competition.
- Merokeans Keep Kids from Taking State Tests: Officials from the Merrick and North Merrick School Districts told the Merrick Herald that 50 students opted out of taking the New York State tests that began Tuesday.
- Merrick Avenue Students Approached by Stranger: Two students were followed by a green four-door sedan while they walked home from Merrick Avenue Middle School Tuesday, according to Principal Meador Pratt.
- Merokeans Reportedly Participating in Boston Marathon During Explosions: Two Merokeans and three members of a nearby running club were reportedly participating in the Boston Marathon Monday, as two deadly explosions rocked the Patriot's Day event.
- Update Provided on Old Mill Cockroach Issue: James Saitta, Director of School Facilities for the North Merrick School District, gave an update at the April North Merrick School Board meeting regarding the ongoing cockroach issue at Old Mill Road Elementary school.
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