Education

For the second consecutive month, the Poughkeepsie City School District’s smallest school is home to the Monthly Literacy Leader trophy.

As Minutes Mount, Smith, Warring Readers Shine

POUGHKEEPSIE - For the second consecutive month, the Poughkeepsie City School District’s smallest school is home to the Monthly Literacy Leader trophy. Smith Elementary read...

At Mount Vernon High School, senior Zorien Barden carries himself with a quiet focus, balancing academics and athletics with a steady, purposeful approach.

Barden Describes Quiet But Impactful Drive At MVHS

MOUNT VERNON - At Mount Vernon High School, senior Zorien Barden carries himself with a quiet focus, balancing academics and athletics with a steady,...

Kingston High School Class of 2026 valedictorian Danica Louie (left) and salutatorian Christopher Vargas-Hubner (right) who have earned the top academic honors.

Kingston Announces Top Students for Class of 2026

Dr. William P. Mullaney, president of Rockland Community College, and Dr. Cindy Jebb, president of Ramapo College, shake hands following the signing of a transfer agreement creating a direct pathway for RCC students to earn a bachelor’s degree with junior standing at Ramapo College.

New Transfer Agreement Expands Student Opportunities

Around 30 Poughkeepsie High School students spent a portion of their Spring Recess experiencing what post-graduation life may be like and thinking about what it will take to reach those goals, including visitng the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

Tour of HBCU Campuses Inspires Local Students

Eight recent Poughkeepsie High School graduates returned to the school last month to speak with current students about what to expect from college and life in general post-graduation.

High School Alumni Share Experiences With Students

The Community Foundation of Orange, Sullivan & Rockland (CFOSR) is currently accepting scholarship applications for the 2026 cycle, with several opportunities still seeking applicants ahead of the April 10 deadline.

Scholarship Applications Deadline Fast Approaching

Youth enjoy the first silent dance party in the Poughkeepsie City School District’s history.

Fun Had By All at Krieger’s Silent Dance Party

New York State Commissioner of Labor Roberta Reardon took a tour of Dutchess Community College's child care facilities on last Monday.

DCC Welcomes NYS Labor Commissioner for Tour

SUNY Orange student Mya Ramos was presented the State University of New York Norman R. McConney Jr. Award for EOP Student Excellence.

Ramos Honored With Norman R. McConney Jr. Award