Lakeland, Panas Students Learn Real Life Applications of Robotic Technology

​Fifty students from the robotics classes at Lakeland HS and Walter Panas HS got to experience a real-life application of their studies.

Gillibrand Nominates Shrub Oak Resident for Service Academy

A selection committee formed by Senator Gillibrand chose 50 nominees from a large group of qualified applicants.

Approaching Storm: Yorktown School District Cancels Activities Monday

The nor'easter is heading to the Hudson Valley.

Approaching Storm: Lakeland School District Cancels Activities Monday

The nor'easter is heading to the Hudson Valley.

Somers Among Best New York School Districts in 2017

Check out the national and statewide rankings from Niche.com

Yorktown Among Best New York School Districts in 2017

Check out the national and statewide rankings from Niche.com

Thomas Jefferson ES Kicks Off One School One Book

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School kicked off its One School One Book (OSOB) with an assembly and the handing out the book.

Somers Student Named Regeneron Science Talent Search Scholar

The student goes to Somers High School.

Yorktown Police Chief Visits Lakeland Copper Beech MS

Yorktown Police Chief Robert Noble recently visited Lakeland Copper Beech Middle School where he met with students,

Senior citizens spend a "Day at the Beech"

Lakeland Copper Beech Middle School held their 3rd edition of the event for senior citizens talk with students.

When Do Schools Close, Reopen for Holidays 2016 in Yorktown, Somers?

It's a short vacation this year in Somers, Lakeland and Yorktown based on when Christmas, Hanukkah and New Year's Day fall.

Yorktown, Somers Area Schools Announce Delays, Closing

Snow is causing changes in schedules for some schools and organizations.

Yorktown, Somers Makes New List of Best School Districts in New York

Yorktown and Somers are on Niche's list for 2017, which ranks based on teaching statistics and ratings from students and parents.

Lakeland HS Field Hockey Wins 8th Straight New York State Championship

Lakeland High School won their 8th straight NYS Field Hockey championship on Sunday (Nov. 13) defeating Garden City HS 1-0.

Lakeland HS Field Hockey Wins 8th Straight Section One Title

Faces Red Hook on Nov. 5 in Regional Finals

Lakeland HS Future Business Leaders Host Regional Meeting

​The FBLA Fall District 3S Meeting held at Lakeland High School October21, 2016, was a huge success

Yorktown High School Names Valedictorian, Salutatorian for Class of 2017

Both students said they were surprised by the honor.

Yorktown Police Chief Visits Lakeland High School

New Yorktown Police Chief Robert Noble stopped by Lakeland High School recently.

Yorktown Schools Honored for Character Education

Representatives from the district receive the honor in Washington, DC.

Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES Students Get Time with Unique Vehicle

The Batmobile-looking autocycle is owned by a former Somers grad.

Congratulations to five district student musicians named to Area All-State Groups

Five Lakeland School District student musicians selected for Area All-State groups.

​"Navigating Your Child's Education - The Road to Success" Forum Oct. 25

An informational education forum to be held in the Lakeland Central School District on Tuesday, October 25th at Van Cortlandtville ES

Yorktown Among 100 Best Places to Teach in New York

Yorktown is among many Hudson Valley districts ranked on this new list.

Bar Mitzvah Project Used By 8th-Grade Student to Donate School Supplies

The school supplies and donations went to the Lakeland Caring Closet.

Bloodhound Police Detective Meets Fox Meadow Students

The canine officer visited a forensic science classroom recently.

Yorktown, Somers Students Named National Merit Semifinalists

The nationwide pool of Semifinalists, including Yorktown and Somers, represents less than 1 percent of all U.S. high school seniors.

School's Open: Drive Carefully around Yorktown and Somers

New York State Police start annual “School’s Open—Drive Carefully” campaign Sept. 6 around Yorktown, Somers and the rest of Westchester.

Yorktown First Day of School Described as ‘Happy, Exciting, Wonderful’

Ninth-graders, new to the high school building, were offered Big Buddies to help them navigate the new environment.

Back-to-School Safety Tips for Kids and Adults in Yorktown, Somers

Walking to Brookside Elementary, driving to Somers Middle School, or coping with school buses — here are reminders from the Red Cross.

Not Your Father's Hebrew School

First Hebrew takes an individualized, interactive approach to Jewish learning; students can join anytime.

AHA Guidelines Suggest What To Avoid in Yorktown-Somers School Lunchboxes

The AHA now recommends that children and teens consume no more than 25 grams of sugar a day.

Back-to-School Shopping: Remember the New York Tax Breaks in Yorktown, Somers

It's crunch time for that annual family ritual, and there are specials and special events at malls in and around Yorktown and Somers.

Somers Schools Calendar Available

Here are the no-school days for the Somers School District.

Yorktown Schools Calendar Available

Here are the no-school days for the Yorktown School District.

Yorktown Schools Unveils Website Makeover

The last major redesign was in 2010.

Yorktown Heights, Somers Students Graduate from the University of Vermont

Several area students recently received degrees from the University of Vermont.

Several Yorktown Students Make Dean's List

Several local students were named to the University of Hartford Dean's List.

Yorktown Heights Students Make Dean's List

Alexis Catania and Jake Favale were named to Hofstra's Spring 2016 Dean's List.

Yorktown Heights Student Graduates from University of Dayton

Kerry Silverberg received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Dayton.

Yorktown Heights Student Makes Dean's List

Logan Peters was named to Morrisville State College Dean's List.