Community Corner

🌱 Patch AM: Why a Patchogue-Medford teacher calls new federal tech guidance ‘weak’

Coming up: You Are Invited! on the Patchogue Patch calendar

Patch AM Team's profile picture
Patch AM Team, Patch StaffVerified Patch Staff Badge
Sunday August 23rd Patch AM
Sunday August 23rd Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Good morning to you Patchogue! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why a Patchogue-Medford teacher calls new federal tech guidance 'weak'
  • Are Patchogue patients misreading online test results before doctors can explain?

Also on today's calendar: You Are Invited! and 6 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the Buffalo say when his son left? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: An afternoon thunderstorm, with a high of 79 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 80, low: 61.
  • Tuesday: Nice with sunshine, with a high of 78 and low of 63 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Screens in schools: What you need to know about the federal Education Department's new guidance on technology in the classroom (newsday.com) — New federal guidance says schools should judge classroom technology by its educational value, not just screen time, and a Patchogue-Medford teacher leader thinks the recommendations don't go far enough. Kevin Toolan, a sixth grade teacher and union president, argues local students need stricter limits and more hands-on learning before turning to devices. State and Long Island officials are now weighing how to apply the guidance in local classrooms.
   

• As more patients access health records online, many come away confused, scared or misinformed, experts say (newsday.com) — Patients on Long Island, including those using NYU Langone Hospital – Suffolk in Patchogue, are increasingly seeing test results online before doctors can explain them, leaving many anxious or confused. Local medical experts say instant access can empower patients but also leads to misinterpretation, especially when people rely on Google or AI instead of follow-up conversations. They're urging clearer, plain-language explanations and better communication tools in patient portals.
   

📸 Around Patchogue

Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!

🗓 Upcoming Events in Patchogue

Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!

★ Featured events ★

Want to see your event featured? Click here!

Other local events

📣 Patchogue Shout Outs!

Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!

🗓 Events Nearby

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

 

Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Patchogue PatchAM possible:

Click here to show your appreciation! 💚

Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Happy fantastic Friday.
    It's the end of the week. Today enjoy your day as if there's no tomorrow. Get up and dance at random moments. Hug someone just because you miss and… (Nextdoor North Patchogue)
  • Can someone recommend a Real Estate attorney please ?
    Someone who doesn't charge a ridiculous amount to close on a house. Thanks (Nextdoor Patchogue)
  • United Cerebral Palsy of Long Island posted a job opening for RESIDENCE MANAGER - Barton in Patchogue. Apply here.
  • Public Storage, Inc. posted a job opening for Customer Service - Self Storage Manager in Patchogue. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Patchogue here.

🗞 Nearby News

East Patchogue

  • Public Hearing For NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk's Expansion Set For On Aug. 27. (patch.com)
  • Brookhaven Town Police Blotter: Aug. 10 to Aug. 17, 2026 (patch.com)

Bayport

Holbrook

  • Suffolk County Student Athlete Of The Week: St. Anthony's Sophia Enea (patch.com)

Ok Patchogue! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bison! (Thank you Judy M. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!

👉 Help make Patch AM better

We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what's happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.

Share to NextDoor     Share to Facebook

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

More from Patchogue