Standardized Testing Opt-Out Movement Grows Amid More Education Reform in Albany

A plan to study how to alleviate test anxiety among parents and students misses vital issues, local educators and advocates say.

Greenburgh Central School District Starts Search for New Superintendent

School Leadership, LLC, will meet with members of the community Wednesday.

FASNY is Honored by Haitian Resource Center for Continued Dedication to Children

The School received the recognition during HRC’s Second Annual Fundraising Gala in New Rochelle

White Plains High School Ranked Among 100 Best in New York

Niche.com recently ranked the best public high schools in the state.

Opinion: FASNY... Herbicide Use in Conservancy

Why FASNY's Use of Herbicide Near Residential Homes is Dangerous...

White Plains, Valhalla Schools Announce New Friday Schedule

Snow is on the way.

Letter to the Editor... FASNY: The Case for Rejecting the Closure of Hathaway Lane

Can the White Plains City Council articulate the benefits of closing Hathaway Lane for a private developer (FASNY)?

Valhalla School District Champions Volunteer Service Award Program

Both students and adults in the community are encouraged to participate in the program, regardless of age.

Judith Johnson to Represent Putnam, Rockland, Westchester on State Board of Regents

The former Peekskill schools superintendent replaces Harry Phillips on New York's education oversight board.

White Plains, Valhalla Schools Announce Decision about Thursday Classes

Once again, inclement weather hit the region overnight.

Valhalla Schools Announce Decision About Wednesday Start Time

Road conditions in various Westchester County communities remain a little tricky Wednesday morning.

Good Counsel Academy Elementary School Holds Open House Site Visits

The school is moving from White Plains to a new location in Valhalla in September.

White Plains, Valhalla, Elmsford, Stepinac, Good Counsel Schools Announce Decision About Monday Start Time

Communities throughout Westchester County are still digging out from Sunday's snow storm.

County and Pace University Launch Westchester Smart Mobile App Development Contest

The competition will include students from more than 40 high schools and colleges in the Metro New York region.

Our Lady of Good Counsel Academy High School to Close

The White Plains-based school was a fixture in the community for more than 100 years.

White Plains, Valhalla Schools Announce Decision About Monday Schedule

Snowy, icy conditions are expected Monday throughout Westchester County.

White Plains, Valhalla Schools Announce Decision About Tuesday Start Time

Icy conditions are expected early Tuesday morning throughout Westchester County.

White Plains, Valhalla Schools Announce Decision About Monday

Snow, heavy at times, is expected throughout the region overnight into Monday morning.

Valhalla Schools Delay Opening Friday

Due to early morning snow.

Parents, Students and Alumni of White Plains Catholic School to Appeal to Cardinal Timothy Dolan Sunday, Feb. 1

The Good Counsel Academy will once again peacefully protest outside the residence of Cardinal Dolan regarding the proposed sale of GCA.

Westchester, Putnam, Rockland Catholic Schools Move 'Touring Tuesday' to Feb. 3

The archdiocese-wide open house event was rescheduled due to the snowstorm.

State Allows Schools to Postpone Regents Exams Due to Blizzard

All January 2015 exams must be completed by the end of the day Friday, officials said.

White Plains College Students Could Benefit under Gov. Cuomo's Loan Forgiveness Proposal

On average, according to Gov. Cuomo, students have more than $25,000 in student loan debt upon graduation.

School Safety: What are the Rules, Protocols, and Processes

Education, Safety in White Plains

White Plains Schools Announce Delays

due to the inclement weather

Valhalla Schools on a Two-Hour Delay Monday

Monday morning’s weather forecast calls for freezing rain, sleet and snow in the Hudson Valley.

New York Schools May Require Vaccinations, Appeals Court Rules

Three parents have sued saying required vaccinations violated their religious freedom.

White Plains Names Dr. Paul R. Fried New Schools Superintendent

Fried is very familiar with Westchester County, having served as Mamaroneck’s superintendent and working as an administrator in Ossining.

Deadline Set to Make Public Comments on Proposed French American School in White Plains

The proposal is to build a school on the site of the former Ridgeway Country Club.

Silent Protest Over Sale of Catholic School in White Plains

The sale of the school was announced in May.

SWBOCES Career Services Center to Host Annual Career Conference Day

Close to 2,000 of the region's 10th-graders will hear from professionals who work in nearly 40 different career fields.

FASNY Submits Letter to White Plains Officials Outlining Revisions to Plan

The letter outlines several of the more notable changes, many of which are in direct response to the specific comments of the Common Council

White House Honors White Plains Resident Teresita Wisell of Westchester Community College

Wisell is Vice President and Dean of Continuing Education and Workforce Development at Westchester Community College.

SWBOCES Open House to Highlight Vocational Education Opportunities

The SWBOCES Center for Career Services will host an Open House Oct. 9 highlighting its career and tech programs for high school students

Purchase College Receives Top 10 Rank in U.S. News & World Report Survey

The rankings are based on several criteria, including graduation and retention rates, and faculty and financial resources.

Iona College's Joshua Klein to Discuss White Collar Crime at Westchester Event

Dr. Klein’s presentation is titled “White Collar Crime, Politics and Emergency Preparedness.”

Mariano Rivera, College of New Rochelle Launch New Scholarship

Tiffany Tavarez, a resident of the Bronx, was selected to receive the scholarship for being an outstanding Hispanic woman and student.

State Lawmaker Proposes Drug Testing During Adolescent Physical Exams

Bill would provide drug testing for no extra cost and would keep results confidential, senator says.

AAA Reminds us for the 68th Year that Schools Open This Week

White Plains students head back to school Sept. 3.

KidsOutAndAbout's Master List of Extracurricular Classes

It's always time to look into extracurricular opportunities for kids! Below we have easy links to classes, organized by subject.