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UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS • • • • • • •
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In the science lab, St. Mary’s High School students work collaboratively and learn about science, technology, engineering and math through a STEM education.
including creativity, flexibility, diligence, perseverance, accountability, and responsibility. At every level, St. Mary’s balances strong academic development with experience to encourage personal growth. Exceptional faculty and staff inspire each student along their educational journey, always promoting the safe and welcoming culture that is one of the hallmarks of the St. Mary’s experience.
THE SCHOOLS OF SAINT MARY At The Schools of Saint Mary, Manhasset, students in Nursery through Grade 12 flourish in an innovative and nurturing educational environment rooted in Catholic values. The mission of the school is to empower students to find inspiration and joy as they discover themselves and learn what they are capable of accomplishing. Small class sizes foster a more personal connection between students and faculty. Faculty and administrators at St. Mary strives to educate the whole child – intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, socially and physically.
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The use of cutting-edge technology, including campus-wide wireless capabilities, an online system that allows students and parents to access homework and grades, and school-issued iPads for every student in sixth through twelfth grade, helps teachers provide students with a strong academic foundation. At the early childhood and primary grade levels, students actively explore concepts and develop skills through an interdisciplinary approach utilizing the latest technology, hands-on learning materials, and skill-related experiences. Students in grades 6-12 incorporate technology as an interactive tool that enables them to be independent learners while investigating research-based learning. The St. Mary’s education is about more than just academics – spiritual values, a sense of service and the growth of faith are fostered by connecting Gospel values to all parts of the curriculum, including core academic classes, allowing students at all grade levels to deepen their moral standards
and ethics. Students learn about the tenets and meaning of their faith and how to live it joyfully, especially in serving others within the school and greater community. The school day doesn’t end when the last bell rings – St. Mary’s becomes a vibrant after-school community as students at all grade levels participate in a wide range of extracurricular clubs and activities, exploring their talents and skills outside of academia.
Middle school and high school students gain an appreciation for the arts and develop their creativity through participation in the Fine and Performing Arts Program, taking classes in art, chorus, band, orchestra, dance or stage performance; performing arts students learn from and work alongside professionals in those fields, thanks to St. Mary’s collaboration with The Josephine Foundation. The Schools of St. Mary is also proud of its competitive athletics programs at the middle school and high school levels, which are highly regarded for both excellent coaching and superb sportsmanship. From the early childhood students to high school seniors, The Schools of St. Mary is preparing inspired thinkers and creative leaders, guiding all students as they develop the character traits of great leaders and skilled team players,
St. Mary’s welcomes a diverse student body, consisting of students of many different faiths and cultural backgrounds, who come from Nassau and Suffolk Counties and several New York City boroughs including Queens and Brooklyn.
The Schools of Saint Mary will host an OPEN HOUSE FOR ADMISSIONS FOR GRADES N-12 ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 14 FROM 2:004:30 PM. Prospective families will have the opportunity to view the facilities and meet with current St. Mary’s teachers, administrators, students, and parents. All are invited to join the St. Mary’s community for a complimentary barbecue at Denihan Field. For more information on the programs and curriculum at St. Mary’s, the Open House, or to schedule a personal tour, please call 516.627.0385 or visit www.stmary.ws. ST. MARY’S IS LOCATED AT 1300 NORTHERN BOULEVARD, MANHASSET. Faculty and administrators at St. Mary’s strive to educate the whole child - intellectually, spiritually, emotionally, socially and physically.
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To The City, To The World
LIU Post abounds with opportunities for students BY JENNIFER FAUCI
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When it comes time to apply for colleges, many students choose a handful of schools close to home, out of state and one or two so-called “safety schools.” But aside from dream schools or who gives the most in scholarship funds, students should truly consider their future career path and the variety of opportunities at each university as they will spend the next four years of their life figuring out how to make their mark on the world. Randy Burd is the senior vice president of Academic Affairs for Long Island University (LIU Post) across all campuses. Coming from the University of Arizona where he led said university’s global research initiative, at LIU, Burd is responsible for ensuring academic excellence and positive student outcomes while continuing to elevate LIU as a nationally recognized teaching and research university. He spoke of the many exciting initiatives taking place on campus this year. “LIU Post is a national leader in student-powered entrepreneurship and engaged learning opportunities. We have eight student-run businesses, including our Browse store, which sells Apple-licensed products and our globally engaged student consulting firm, LIU-iQ, which works with universities and corporations around the world,” said Burd of the ventures that are part of the university’s commitment to empowering students through real-world experience. “Another exciting initiative this year is an emphasis on undergraduate research as it is critically important to provide students an opportunity to experience research on an undergraduate level, ultimately transitioning to a career.” Burd noted that the Global Institute at LIU, led by former Congressman Steve Israel, brings world leaders and thinkers to campus and through the institute, LIU has hosted President Bill Clinton on campus. The university will welcome President George W. Bush to the Tilles Center next month as well and that is just one of the many reasons to consider LIU Post.
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The 322-acre LIU Post campus in Brookville Metropolitan area’s first Veterinary College. Tell me about that. We are extremely grateful to Governor Cuomo for his strong support for the College of Veterinary Medicine, which will expand and connect the academic landscape, while generating new opportunities for biomedical research and jobs creation. There are currently only 30 schools of veterinary medicine in the United States, and only three in the northeast —none in the New York metropolitan area. Despite this, New York has the highest concentration of working veterinarians. The College of Veterinary Medicine will be a major community asset and advance animal health. We are very excited about some of our strong partnerships with leaders including the North Shore Animal League and Bronx Zoo.
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LIU Post’s distinguished faculty offers a world-class education with a focus on experiential learning that prepares students for success. The College of Management is rated as a “best business school” by The Princeton Review and is one of the elite five percent of M.B.A. programs accredited by the AACSB. The Nursing Program has been recognized by Colleges of Distinction and we offer top training environments through our Interprofessional Simulation Center which prepares our graduates to take calculated action, even in high-pressure situations. Also, the prestigious Palmer School of Library and Information Sciences is the only school in the region to belong to the elite community of iSchools, an international consortium of prominent information schools with robust research traditions and well-established PhD programs.
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LIU’s motto is Urbi et Orbi— “To the City and to the World.” What does that mean to the staff and students in terms of opportunities at LIU? It means that an LIU education offers endless opportunities. LIU was founded as a university that was committed to opening the doors of education and opportunity to all, and that commitment continues. That is why we offer more than $100 million in annual scholarships. We are a student-centric university that offers world-class teaching in the classroom, as well as experiential learning opportunities that provide students with internships with top companies so they have the skills and connections to get a great job.
As a university, we understand that our role is to educate and graduate engaged citizens who give back to the communities in which they live. I am proud that through our LIU Cares initiative, our students donated more than 150,000 hours to serve their communities. Last year’s Heart Walk at Jones Beach saw the largest team comprised of 200 LIU Post students, many of them there to support their classmates. Those lifelong bonds of support and community last a lifetime.
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One of the advantages of attending a university like LIU Post is that students get the best of both worlds. On one hand, you have a 322-acre campus which offers a quintessential collegiate experience. On the other, you have access to our strong internship programs which utilizes our connection to our network of 200,000 alumni around the world and industry leaders just a train ride away in New York City. With world-class faculty, nationally ranked programs, and more than $100 million in scholarships available, I invite students to come to campus and see why becoming part of the LIU family opens the door to a lifetime of opportunities. LIU Post is located at 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville, NY. For more information, call 516-299-2900 or visit www.www.liu.edu.
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OPEN HOUSE: SUNDAY, NOV. 11 AT 1 P.M. High school students know that where they choose to spend their college years is one of the most important decisions they will ever make. It will influence what they do and, perhaps more important, it will shape who they become. That’s why so many students choose Molloy. Molloy offers a wide range of academic programs that lead to exciting careers, and the College is considered one of the best values in the nation. Molloy was recently named the #10 Best Value among Catholic colleges nationwide, after two-consecutive years of being one of Money magazine’s Top Three value colleges. “We are dedicated to providing our students with the best possible value. If you come to Molloy, you graduate with a job in your field at a salary that’s significantly higher than average.”
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What’s New Molloy continues to evolve to meet the needs of its students, adding academic programs at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels. The College also offers night, weekend, hybrid and online classes. Molloy’s Barbara H. Hagan Center for Nursing houses the College’s School of Nursing and serves Molloy’s nationally ranked nursing programs. This follows significant additions to the Molloy campus in recent years, including a student center (which houses the Madison Theatre) and multiple residence halls.
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Molloy, one of the most affordable private colleges on Long Island, provides its approximately 4,900 students with a variety of academic programs, including business, education, nursing, biology, social work, new media, speech language pathology, music therapy, theatre arts, computer studies, criminal justice, liberal arts and many more. The College offers a rich student life program with a wide variety
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LIU Post — Elevating a Tradition of Excellence One of The Princeton Review’s 2019 “Best Northeastern Universities,” LIU Post is a nationally recognized teaching and research institution. Named as one of Forbes “10 Hot Colleges,” LIU Post offers small classes and individualized, experiential learning opportunities to connect students with a } L> iÌÜ À v Óää]äää > Õ Ü >Ài i>`iÀÃ Ì i À wi `ð At LIU Post, you are part of a learning community that is dedicated to success – with graduates working in their chosen wi `à À Û } Ì LÌ> } iÀ `i}ÀiiÃ Ü Ì ÕÃÌ Ã Ý months of graduation. LIU Post has it all, including career-building internships, entrepreneurial opportunities in the on-campus business incubator, undergraduate research opportunities, study aboard options, and Master Classes with world-famous artists at the Tilles Center for the Performing Arts. ADVANCING A LEGACY OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION LIU Post is continuing its legacy of innovation and leadership into its seventh decade. LIU’s partnership with celebrated entrepreneur and philanthropist T. Denny Sanford, is expanding the University’s ability to reach the region’s most inventive and creative students while providing high-quality engaged learned opportunities to prepare them for the 21st century economy. LIU Post’s new LIU T. Denny Sanford Innovation and Entrepreneurship Institute is the latest in a series of forward-thinking initiatives designed to cultivate student i ÌÀi«Ài iÕÀà «° 1 Ã Ì i wÀÃÌ «À Û>Ìi Õ ÛiÀà ÌÞ Ì i Ài} to participate in START-UP NY, connecting our community of scholars to the young companies of New York’s vibrant entrepreneurial culture. As a national leader in student-run business, LIU’s students manage ventures that range from a fashion boutique and a V i}i ë À Ì ÃÌ Ài Ì > *, > ` >À iÌ } wÀ > ` > Ì> i Ì agency. Students also consult for a wide range of clients, V À« À>Ìi > ` «À wÌ] >Ì 1 * Ã̽à vii L>Ãi` ÃÌÕ`i Ì consultancy, LIU-iQ Consulting. LIU is an emerging leader in research. With new labs, worldV >Ãà v>VÕ ÌÞ] > ` V iVÌ Ã Ì wÀ Ã Ì i }À Ü } vi ÃV i Vià sector, LIU Post provides students with an opportunity to experience research on an undergraduate level, ultimately transitioning to a career.
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What’s Your Beauty Ritual? Take care of yourself this school year with Rituals brand skincare products BY JENNIFER FAUCI
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packed semester syllabus, essays, minimal sleep and settling back into school is what September is all about for college students. But it is also imperative to take care of yourself, not just your schoolwork. Whether you dorm miles away from home or commute to classes every day, back to school beauty is essential for students. The fall season sees cooler weather and sometimes, bouts of dry or irritated skin as the sunkissed glow of summer fades away. This autumn, refresh your beauty regimen with nourishing body and bath products from Rituals to inspire ‘slow down’ moments, turning everyday routines into meaningful rituals. “Inspired by ancient Eastern traditions, Rituals transforms everyday routines into moments of indulgence with their luxurious products for body and home,” said a representative for the brand. The beauty and skincare brand’s mission is to unveil and treasure the little moments in life as “rituals are everywhere: at any given moment, of every single day, waiting to be discovered,” and that everyone is entitled to feeling something special in a moment created just for them. Whether it is taking a luxurious bath, tending to your facial needs or creating a relaxing, homey atmosphere with the rich smell of Asian incense, Rituals “allows you to find happiness in the smallest of things.” Although I have graduated, my job keeps me just as busy as any college class, so trying Rituals was a no-brainer. Check out our list of products to try this season. You deserve it.
The Ritual of Banyu Purifying Sea Salt Scrub ($33) This limited edition sea salt scrub, The Ritual of Banyu, honors water as the source of all energy, evoking purity and clarity. It gently removes dead skin cells to make room for revitalized new skin. I use this scrub in the shower on rough spots (elbows, kneecaps, feet) and come out with velvet skin. If I feel my face calls for it, I let a minimal amount sit for two minutes on my face as the minty scent tingles and rinse off feeling refreshed.
Jump Into the Sea Body Cream ($29) Inspired by an ancient Balinese ceremony, this limited edition body cream containing Balinese Sea Salt and Giant Kelp will help revitalize summer skin, allowing you to hang onto that soft glow for a little while longer. Even the smallest dab of cream makes my hands feel like silk and for someone who types at a computer all day, that is a welcome feel.
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The Ritual of Dao Relaxing Serum ($18)
Ayurveda Dry Oils ($29)
For days that are jam packed with classes, activities and meetings, The Ritual of Dao Relaxing Serum is a must-have to keep in your bag for easy, on-the-go moisturization that relaxes. Inspired by the ancient Chinese philosophy centered on achieving balance between Yin and Yang, the Dao Relaxing Serum is a light cream that cools and relaxes the skin with Chinese mint and Yi Yi Ren. I believe it is chemically impossible for me to relax, but the soothing scent and ease of the almost rollerball tube of this serum forces me to stop and let all of that cool moisturizer seep into my head, neck and shoulder areas. If you’re in your dorm or collapsed on your bed at home amidst a mound of work, trade your pen and paper for a pillow and some serum and enjoy a relaxing few minutes to yourself.
Maintain your mind/body balance throughout the year with nourishing dry oils from The Ritual of Ayurveda collection. Inspired by the ancient wisdom from India, balance your doshas (energies) with the art of Abhyanga (self-massage), with the dry oils. The 100 percent natural dry oils nourish the skin and hair and are specially designed to balance your dosha type—Vata, Pitta or Kapha. Discover your Ayurveda constitution with the Rituals Dosha test. Take ten minutes out of your day and have a date with your dry oil. Your newly relaxed body will thank you. We all need to relax and take time for ourselves, so this semester make it a point to find your own ritual. To buy these products or to learn more about Rituals, visit Rituals Roosevelt Field Mall or www.rituals.com. Follow @ritualsusa for everyday “slow down” inspiration. ADVERTORIAL
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The Ritual of Sakura Foaming Shower Gel ($15) The Ritual of Sakura collection celebrates new beginnings, inspired by the blooming of the cherry blossoms in Japan. Feel anew with The Ritual of Sakura Foaming Shower Gel, a luxurious gel-to-foam formula that lasts up to 50 showers. A sweet cherry blossom scent invigorates the senses while the organic rice milk keeps skin silky smooth and soft. It is also a great multitasker for shower shaving, which we all forget about when life is just too busy for other things.
The Winston Preparatory School (WPS) has announced the launch of Winston Prep Long Island, its fifth campus, opening in Dix Hills this September. WPS is excited to bring the same essence, expertise and methods to the Long Island community that have been successfully applied to each of its campuses in Manhattan and the tristate area. Winston Prep is a highly individualized and responsive setting for students in grades 3 through 12 with specific learning differences, such as dyslexia, nonverbal learning disorders, and executive functioning difficulties (i.e. ADHD). Its unique model of education for the individual provides -intense skill remediation while encouraging students to build
independence, resilience, responsibility, self-awareness, and self-advocacy. Key to the development of each student is the focus on assessment-based remediation, the daily one-to-one Focus Program, a skill-based curriculum, small homogenous class groupings, an expert faculty, an emphasis on social-emotional development, and a supportive community. The opening of Winston Prep Long Island marks the logical next step for an organization that has experienced consistent growth over the years. WPS now reaches eight times the number of lives it did just two decades ago and continues to replicate its model in order to meaningfully impact the field.
Winston Prep Long Island is currently accepting applications. For more information, or to sign up for an open house, contact Karen Preston, WPSLI Admissions Director at liadmissions@winstonprep.edu, or visit www.winstonprep.edu. The Winston Preparatory School does not discriminate against applicants and students on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin. The WPSLI campus is not associated with the Half Hollow Central School District.
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Father Kevin Smith
The Parish Gem: 90 Years Of Faith And Education Saint Dominic High School celebrates milestone anniversary
BY JENNIFER FAUCI
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Parishioners call it “The Parish Gem.” Saint Dominic High School in Oyster Bay holds the distinction of being the oldest high school in the Diocese of Rockville Centre and while that is quite the honor, the school is truly an institution for a quality and value-based education. With a mission statement to “educate young people in a community dedicated to Gospel values and Catholic teachings while ministering to students of diverse abilities to achieve wholeness through personal holiness, academic excellence and social responsibility,” St. Dominic High School is a prestigious Catholic educational institution on Long Island that has responsibilities to education from the nursery program through 12th grade. “We’ve done a lot to plan for this year’s gala at the end of November held in honor of our schools,” said Father Kevin Smith, who has been the pastor of St. Dominic’s Bay for the past 10 and a half years. “We have flags flying up and down Anstice Street, near our main campus and in downtown Oyster Bay to renew everyone’s spirit.” The Catholic coed institution attracts students from communities outside the local
area and offers students many options in terms of programs and classes, especially those who are interested in the increasingly popular STEM studies. Smith spoke of the school’s new state of the art science center, scholars programs for incoming students and STEM-based research programs. “We partner with The WaterFront Center in Oyster Bay to learn about bay and marine programs as well as work at the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory,” he said. “We also partner with St. Francis Hospital, where two heart surgeons come to the school to
work with the kids, showing the inner working of the heart.” With 38 clubs and activities to choose from and more than a dozen sports and athletics throughout the year, student life abounds with something for everyone. The Campus Ministry helps to bridge the gap between what is taught in the classroom and what is lived in the world by offering retreat days, school masses and the Sacrament of Reconciliation, all of which provide students with a sense of relevance of their Catholic faith. “Catholic education provides structure
and discipline and St. Dominic’s provides an individualized education,” said Smith on why parents should consider a Catholic education for their children. “It is faith based and that is maybe something that doesn’t get discussed enough. At St. Dominic’s, you’re a name, not a number.” In gearing up for it’s big anniversary, St. Dominic’s plans to mark the milestone in many ways. Smith spoke of the 5K Fun Run and Homecoming on Sept. 22, which leads up to parents weekend on Sept. 29, including the Alumni Hall of Fame Dinner and parish picnic on Sept. 30. The Annual Canivan Auction and Gala will take place on Nov. 30 at The Crest Hollow Country Club. While the reasons to enroll in St. Dominic’s are many, Smith says the institution has a spirit and family aspect to it unlike any other. “St. Dominic’s is connected to a parish that fulfills its mission that Monsignor Charles J. Canivan started 90 years ago: to make St. Dominic Parish an educational center that included a high school of outstanding merit,” said Smith. St. Dominic High School is located at 110 Anstice St., Oyster Bay, NY. For more information about the school and enrollment, call 516-922-4888 or visit www.hs.stdoms.org.
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Holy Trinity Diocesan High School is aǓprivate, Catholic, coeducational high school founded in 1966 by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre. Accredited by the New York State Board of Regents and by AdvancED, Holy Trinity has beenǓ recognized by the U.S. Department of Education Exemplary Schools Program. It is the mission of Holy Trinity High School to be a living witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ as a community of faith, hope and love. We seek to educate the whole person: mind, heart, soul and body, and to motivate all students in the pursuit of truth and academic excellence, preparing them for future educational opportunities and service to the Church and to the world.Ǔ For over fifty years, Holy Trinity has stood upon three foundational pillars - Respect, Unity, and Success. We respect the rights and dignity of every child, ensuring that each student feels secure and accepted in a faith-based, harmonious community. Holy Trinity respects each student's unique needs as well as their potential for academic excellence. We take a holistic approach to creating students’ schedules by assessing their skills in each subject area. Students can take all Regents, all Honors/AP, or a mixed schedule. Those designations can change year-to-year, allowing students the freedom to challenge themselves in order to strive for higher academic levels throughout high school. Because we believe in the ability of every student, college-level courses are available to any student who displays the potential to succeed.
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We unify to celebrate our shared humanity as well as to strengthen our entire community. Our richly diverse student population is reflective of the Universal Church, allowing for personal encounters with individuals from different backgrounds and cultures. The Campus Ministry Team works together with the Religion Department, faculty and service clubs to foster and support Bishop Barres' call for Dramatic Missionary Growth throughout Long Island. ǓAt Holy Trinity, all students have the opportunity to discover and grow in their faith. Our Campus Ministry reaches out to the whole student body, faculty, and staff, striving to create a Christian community filled with active disciples of Jesus Christ.
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How-to Recognize And Avoid College Scholarship Scams Average college costs have doubled in the last two decades, and this financial pressure along with new technologies makes today’s students particularly vulnerable to financial aid and scholarship scams. “Scammers know to take advantage of those who are stressed,” said Robert C. Ballard, president and CEO of Scholarship America, the nation’s largest nonprofit scholarship and education support organization. “Fortunately, there are some ways you can avoid getting duped.” To help you spot scams, Scholarship America offers the following insights.
Fees and other red flags Scholarship programs charging a fee to apply often look legitimate. But look at the bigger picture: if the provider is awarding $500 in scholarships and collecting fees from thousands of applicants, it’s not funding education so much as making money. Your chances of earning a scholarship are slight if not impossible—sham providers often collect fees and disappear. Some providers claim to have a no-strings-attached grant or an
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incredibly low-interest loan to offer, as long as you pay a tax or “redemption” fee in advance. Others offer to match you with guaranteed scholarships—if you pay for a premium search service. Keep in mind, there’s no such thing as a “guaranteed scholarship.” Free, comprehensive scholarship searching and matching services like Fastweb and Cappex will connect you to legitimate, competitive scholarships that don’t charge application fees.
Social scammers A new scam making the rounds starts with a random friend request on Facebook, Instagram or Snapchat. Accept, and your new friend will start messaging you about a foolproof way to make money for college: they work for a scholarship provider and have found a loophole. They just need to
enter you as a winner and you can split the money. If this was real, it’d be incredibly unethical. However, in the midst of stress, you may be tempted—and that could cost more than money. While you may be asked to send cash as an advance, most such scammers are phishing. Give them enough info, and you’ll be worrying about getting your identity back. “Scholarship scams seem to work just enough for people to keep trying it,” said Ballard. “However, two main rules will help you avoid them: never pay to apply and if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.”
Too good to be true Be wary of the “too-good-to-betrue” scam model: an official-sounding
organization tells you about an incredible opportunity, offers you a coveted spot at a scholarship seminar, or just sends you a check with a note of congratulations, using messaging designed to get your adrenaline pumping and make you act fast. Remember, scholarship providers aren’t in the practice of sending funds out randomly; it’s likely the check will bounce, or you’ll be asked to send money back for “processing” or an “accidental” overpayment. Your safest bet? Tearing up the check and, if you have time, filing a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission. Often unexpected “opportunities” are attempts to get you to divulge personal information. Even clicking on links can expose your data to scammers. Be cautious: Google the name of the scholarship or organization. Scams have often been flagged by the FTC or Better Business Bureau. For more scholarship tools, resources and opportunities, including the annual Scholarship America Dream Award, visit www.scholarshipamerica.org. —Courtesy of StatePoint Media
George Siberón Named To Board Of Trustees At Nassau Community College
assau Community College (NCC), is pleased to announce that George Siberón, MPA, MSW, has been named to its Board of Trustees by New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo. Siberón’s term began August 10, 2018, and ends June 30, 2024. “On behalf of the Nassau Community College Board of Trustees, I welcome George Siberón, a great community activist and leader, to the Board and the NCC family,” said Dr. Jorge L. Gardyn, M.D., F.A.C.P., president of the Nassau Community College Board of Trustees. “George is an active advocate for the Latino community and beyond on issues of education and economic empowerment and will bring that passion to the College. That quality will be vital as he contributes to the vision and policies critical to the continuing success of this great institution and all of its students.” NCC president Dr. W. Hubert Keen also welcomed Siberón to the College Board.
“I am delighted that George direction of this great educational Siberón has been appointed to the institution,” he said. “I look forward Nassau Community College Board to contributing to the continued of Trustees. Not only is George a success of this College, where every leader and activist in the Latino student receives a first rate education at the lowest tuition of any community, he’s also an advocate college in Nassau County.” for excellent, affordable education Siberón is the Executive Director for all,” he said. “His expertise of the Hempstead and advocacy will serve Hispanic Civic Nassau Community Association, Inc., a not College excellently as for profit community it strives to provide based organization educational opportunity for all of our students. We that has been proknow that George will viding services to the bring a depth of passion residents of the Village and caring to his new role of Hempstead and suras Trustee.” rounding communities Siberón is excited about for 39 years. With more his new role on the NCC than 40 years of adminGeorge Siberón Board. istrative experience, “It is my great honor Siberón has also worked to be appointed to the Board of as Executive Director of the Nassau Trustees of Nassau Community County Youth Board, District College. Not only will I be able to Manager for Congresswoman Nydia advocate for an excellent, affordable Velazquez and Deputy Director education for all students, no matter for Programs and Acting Executive their race, ethnicity or immigration Director of Aspira, New York. status, but I will also be in a position Among Siberón’s board affiliato help shape the policies and tions are the Dream Foundation,
the Long Island Latino Students Advocates; and the Village of Hempstead Chamber of Commerce. Over a distinguished career, Siberón has received many honors, including the Martin Luther King “Keeper of the Dream” Award from the Economic Opportunity Commission of Nassau County; the Top Advocate for Latino Empowerment award from The Hispanic Network, LLC; and the Long Islander Who Made a Difference Award from the Long Island Progressive Coalition. After receiving his BA from Queens College, Siberón went on to earn a Master of Social Work degree from Fordham University and a Master of Public Administration from Baruch College, where he graduated with honors. He is also a graduate of the prestigious National Urban Fellows Program, and is a member of Phi Alpha Alpha, the National Honor Society for Public Affairs and Administration. Siberón and his family live in Baldwin. —Submitted by Nassau Community College
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Sacred Heart Academy: The All-Girls Advantage by Kristin Lynch Graham, President of Sacred Heart Academy
Sacred Heart Academy is one of two all-girls Catholic high schools on Long Island. Prospective families are often instinctively attracted to an all-girls environment for their daughters’ high school education. The reasons for the attraction vary. Some mothers are beneficiaries of an all-girls education and want to offer the same experience to their daughters. Some families have seen the research and want to be sure to give their daughters an advantage. Others know the all-girls environment removes gender bias, distractions and pressures. Some families seek safety, others seek opportunity, and still others are just instinctively attracted to the idea of a single gender education. There are good reasons to be attracted to an all-girls education. Since 1949, Sacred Heart Academy (SHA) has been educating women leaders
in the mission of the Sisters of St. Joseph. At SHA, we encourage our girls to find their voice, and use their voice to lead with heart. Over 11,000 alumnae use the values and skills they learned at SHA to be leaders in their families, communities, business organizations, and the Church. Our graduates consistently say that their education from Sacred Heart Academy gave them the skills they needed to succeed, as well as lifelong friendships that immeasurably enrich their lives. The satisfaction and success of our alumnae are not the only data points that support the value of an all-girls education. The National Coalition of Girls School (NCGS) commissioned a study titled Steeped in Learning: The Student Experience at All-Girls Schools which provides a comparative analysis of responses to the High School Survey of Student Engagement (HSSSE). The study compares the responses of nearly 13,000 girls attending all girls schools, coed independent schools,
and coed public schools. The girls’ responses provide unequivocal support for the value of an all-girls educational environment, demonstrating that those attending all-girls schools are more likely to have an experience that supports their learning than are girls attending coed schools (independent and public). Sacred Heart students frequently cite many of the specific reasons offered in the study for why they are glad they chose SHA for their high school experience. Our students say they are challenged to achieve more at SHA. They are more engaged in the learning process. Their teachers expect them to participate in class, and the overall environment of respect makes them feel confident to share their views. They feel comfortable being themselves and expressing their ideas. They love wearing their uniform. Close to 800 talented young girls from across Long Island choose to attend Sacred Heart Academy because
they want more from their high school education. To meet those expectations, SHA has invested in the resources for contemporary education. SHA has state-of-the-art science labs and a science research program available to incoming freshmen. SHA is the only all-girls high school in the country with a Bloomberg Financial Markets Lab. These terminals allow our students to access government, economic and financial data, giving them the opportunity to practice skills in trade messaging, analytics and cost analysis, and providing them a venue to integrate theory with real-world practice. No matter what attracts you, there is evidence to support the value of an allgirls education. At Sacred Heart Academy, we believe that you won’t need research reports. Your daughter’s success and happiness will be all the evidence you need to support you made the right choice. 190596B
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TeacherLists Now Available At ShopRite.com ShopRite is partnering with TeacherLists, a leading online provider of digital school supply lists, to offer families and students access to their child’s school and grade-specific classroom supply lists, making back-to-school shopping a little easier this season. ShopRite is helping streamline back-to-school shopping by providing a link to TeacherLists at www.shoprite.com/teacherlists on ShopRite’s website. That’s where ShopRite shoppers can search for their local school and get school supply lists directly from their child’s teacher. Teachers can also upload their school supply lists directly to www.shoprite.com/ teacherlists. Parents have the option of ordering school supplies right from the online list through shoprite.com or by printing out the list and taking it along on the next trip to ShopRite. Industry leader TeacherLists provides quick and easy digital access to school supply lists by partnering
with over one million classrooms nationwide. Using a zip code, customers can search for their school and classroom list or shop from a general grade supplies list. Parents can click on a pre-filled shopping cart to ship the order home or pick it up at a nearby ShopRite. “ShopRite wants to help time-crunched families simplify and personalize the back-toschool shopping experience,” said ShopRite spokeswoman Karen Meleta. “Families can get everything they need at one easy, online location—from notepads to pencils, crayons, calculators and more—simply by adding their teacher’s list to their ShopRite from Home shopping cart.” Teachers and schools will continue to add supply lists to TeacherLists throughout the year, and students and families are encouraged to keep checking at www.shoprite.com/teacherlists as the site is updated and more schools add their lists.
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he word success means different things to people. Perhaps it symbolizes money and what it can buy (a BMW or a Jaguar). Perhaps it signifies personal fulfillment and self-esteem. Often, it is a combination of achieving material wealth and personal happiness. Wouldn’t it be nice to enjoy what you are doing while the money rolls in? Wouldn’t be nice to work at a “labor of love” rather than to receive a mere weekly paycheck? Not many people can say that they love their work. So I challenge Anton readers to think “outside the box.” As a college professor at Nassau Community College, I often joke with my students and ask “What will I do when I graduate?” Of course, I have been teaching at the college level for 40 years. I wouldn’t want to have it any other way. I find most Nassau Community College students to be not just youthful in age but willing and eager to learn. They (you) have an entire future to look forward to… so if a mistake is made, so what? Time is on your side. You know, there are only three types of people in the world. Those who make things happen, those who watch things happen, and those who wonder what happened. Where do you fit in? Let’s face facts. Be honest with yourself. Are you an individual whose dreams are nothing more than fantasies? Do you think about being a self-starter, plan for it, even pray for it, only to see your dream never become a reality? Why? I believe that some of us are not focused enough and lack the passion, commitment and enthusiasm required to take control. On the other hand, some of you will resolve your inner doubts and conflicts. You will make up your mind to do it. Yes, it may be daunting and frightening because it is a personal challenge. And it’s a decision only you can make…not your parents or your girlfriend/ boyfriend. You are in total control. Remember to think positive… think big. Anything is possible and if it’s impossible, it will take just a little longer to achieve.
AS I SEE IT Jack Mandel
Professor Mandel’s Five Attributes To Success
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People evaluate you by their perception of your worth. Your actions and words should reflect a strong belief in yourself.
Preparation
To be successful you have little choice but to know your product, service and competition inside and out. Don’t come to the table unless you are ready to play hard.
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Believe in your inevitability to be a success and expend that drive to reach your goal.
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Seek out positive thinking people who can inspire you to reach your goals. IGNORE individuals who aren’t achieving in their own limited world.
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The only difference between those of us who are marginal in our success and those who are supreme is our level and degree of aspiration. NEVER SELL YOURSELF SHORT!
Jack Kent Mandel is a professor of marketing at Nassau Community College. He is the recipient of the prestigious Outstanding Teacher Award conferred by the NYS Association of Two—Year Colleges. He is also the recipient of the NCC Faculty Distinguished Achievement Award.
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New offerings for the fall 2018 semester include personal development courses such as The Healing Power of Writing, Your Nutritional Health, How to be a Meeting Rock Star, and other enrichment classes. Graphic design programs can help you develop a digital footprint for yourself or your business. Queens College/PCS also has a variety of professional certification and test preparation programs. The department offers an ABA-approved paralegal certificate program; administrative and clinical health career certificates and exam preparation programs; and a project management certificate. In addition, there is a 78-hour real estate salesperson’s licensing and pre-certification course, which is fully approved by New York State. PCS provides special workshops and New York State Education Department (NYSED) seminars, which are required for applicants seeking certification for teaching or supervising children. Also included are test preparation courses for NYSED examinations. These courses are offered to help Queens College education students become certified to teach in New York City or State.
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Professional & Continuing Studies at Queens College offers you workshops and certificate programs in personal enrichment, career and job readiness, health care, paralegal studies, project management, real estate, computers and information technology, and business.
Through the Office of Corporate Training, PCS assists If you are in the education field, take advantage businesses in creating customized employee training, ranging from one-day workshops to extended programs. Topics of our New York State Education Seminars, include health care, communications skills, diversity, workwhich are required for certification. life skills, business management, accounting, and computer technology. To meet their unique needs, companies can request specific courses.
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The Anti-Smartphone
‘Relay’ tackles kid-friendly wireless communication BY ANTON MEDIA STAFF
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ather of four, Chris Chuang has spent the past seven years contriving a solution to the psychological risks that smartphones pose to young children and earlier this year, he introduced concerned parents to Relay, a device that helps families stay connected sans screens. With its functionality and size designed for children as young as four or five years old, Relay is a kid-friendly cell phone alternative that, with the press and release of a single button, can instantly transmit a child’s voice either through a companion app downloaded onto a family member’s phone or through another Relay device. This allows for connection and conversation between children and parents without the dreaded distractions programmed into today’s standard cell phones. “Relay works much like a walkie talkie except with far greater range,” said Chuang, who serves as CEO and cofounder of Republic Wireless. Because Relay operates over a secure network powered by 4G LTE and Wi-Fi, the device can sustain calls from distances spanning nationwide. Durable and water-resistant, Relay alleviates parent’s worries while also allowing children their independence. The Relay app is equipped with GPS tracking for monitoring the child’s whereabouts. Whether embarking on a playdate, bike ride or after-school sports game, checking in is simplified with Relay on both the child and parent’s part. “The device includes ‘channels’ which with one touch, will allow access to an evolving set of features including music and games. We plan to introduce new channels in the coming months that bring new features and experiences to Relay,” Chuang said. Aug. 28 saw the launch of the Relay Channel Store, where Relay users can experiment with custom chat channels for direct and group communication, instant chat channels for communicating across different accounts and a voice changing feature, with a music
channel in development. “The mission of Relay is deeply personal for our team,” said Chuang. “As the father of four young children, like many parents, I struggle with balancing the benefits of technology in my kids’ lives with the endangering screen addiction and other challenges that come along with it. So we decided to build the product that we as parents wished we had in our own families. Relay is a kidSomething categorfriendly cell phone ically different that is built ‘kid-up’ vs. alternative that, ‘adult-down’ with with the press bold design choices such as preventing and release of a screen addiction single button, can by eliminating the screen altogether.” instantly transmit Relay devices a child’s voice are available in five different colors and through a companion upon activation, app. are given a unique auto-generated name that is spoken each time the “channel” button is pressed. In addition, the charging accessory attaches magnetically so Published by Anton Media Group there is no need for fragile wires or KARL V. ANTON, JR. Publisher, 1984–2000 vulnerable charging ports. Angela Susan Anton Editor and Publisher “Relay is about bringing fun, Frank A. Virga President Shari Egnasko Director of Sales Administration peace of mind, and perhaps a Steve Mosco Editor In Chief bit of nostalgia back into our Betsy Abraham Senior Managing Editor children’s lives,” Chuang said. Jennifer Fauci Managing Editor, Special Sections “Despite all the technology Robin Carter Director of Production Alex Nuñez Art Director innovation we see every day, when Iris Picone Director of Operations it comes to our children, many Joy DiDonato Director of Circulation parents have valid concerns that Linda Baccoli Director of Business Administration aren’t being adequately ADVERTISING SALES addressed by the industry. Given Ally Deane, Wendy Kates, Sal Massa, Maria Pruyn, Jeryl Sletteland, Glenn Tretter our unique software, hardware 132 East Second Street, Mineola, NY 11501 and extensive network know how, Phone: 516-747- 8282 • Fax: 516-742-5867 we are in a rare position to introadvertising inquiries advertising@antonmediagroup.com duce a much needed fix to this circulation inquiries subscribe@antonmediagroup.com editorial submissions specialsections@antonmediagroup.com underserved and growing problem Anton Media Group © 2018 in our world.”
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Possible is everything. Whether you study architecture, business, engineering, or dozens of other fields at Lawrence Technological University, you’ll get an innovative, hands-on education to prepare you for the career of your dreams. Why do students choose LTU? ltu.edu/studentstories
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Boost Your Earning Potential with a Degree from Lawrence Technological University Lawrence Technological University is a private, 4,500-student university that offers more than 100 innovative programs in Colleges of Architecture and Design, Arts and Sciences, Business and Information Technology, and Engineering. Small class sizes, taught by faculty with industry savvy, and an exceptional focus on theory and practice, contribute to Lawrence Tech’s ranking by U.S. News & World Report and The Princeton Review among the nation’s best universities. The Brookings Institution ranks Lawrence Tech fifth among U.S. colleges and universities for boosting graduates’ earning potential. Also, Payscale. com reports alumni salaries are in the top 5 percent nationally, and some 86 percent of students are employed
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engagement, and an expanded dining center.
Technology, co-ops, internships
The university also offers more than 60 student clubs and organizations, including fraternities, sororities, honor societies, and student chapters of professional groups. New labs have been added in robotics, engineering, and biotech.
Lawrence Tech provides the tools you’ll need to succeed in a technology-driven world, including a high-end laptop loaded with industry-standard software – worth an average of $75,000. It’s a benefit you’ll only get at LTU. LTU’s unique location in the dynamic suburb of Southfield, Michigan, provides opportunities for co-ops, internships, and professional development in a region with one of the largest concentrations of engineering, architecture, and technology jobs in the world.
Growing with new labs, programs LTU’s fourth residence hall opened in 2018; over 1000 residential students experience the latest in green technologies, thoughtful design, community
Lawrence Tech also features men’s and women’s athletics, and after a 72-year absence, men’s varsity football is back.
Financial aid and more More than 98 percent of students receive financial assistance. For more info, contact Lawrence Tech’s Office of Admissions at 800.225.5588 or admissions@ltu.edu, watch LTU’s video at ltu.edu/StudentStories, or visit ltu.edu. Ready to apply now? Go to ltu.edu/applyfree. 190156 C
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Managing Familial Expectations BY JEREMY SKOW
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s much as anyone might wish they could peer into the future, no one has a crystal ball. Fear of the unknown is a significant stressor because our ability to plan for the future is limited and thus we feel less in control of our lives. Many of us cope with this unsettling fear by creating expectations. We approach every day with a huge array of them in place to help us assume what we can count on and look forward to. These predictions relieve stress because they give us opportunities to take back that sense of control. We can prepare for what we expect will happen. When we lack the coping strategies needed to manage these expectations, . however, we will likely feel anxious and overwhelmed by them. Expectations can be soothing. Parents going through divorce are careful to let a younger child know what the new family arrangements are going to be. Divorce is a time of tremendous uncertainty and anxiety for every member of the family (fear of the unknown is one reason why many couples stay unhappily married). A child will feel more secure when they know what to expect. While realistic expectations can help, unrealistic ones can be emotionally costly. What we choose to remember, how we choose to perceive, what we choose to expect, can all affect how we feel. When we expect that our child will face a very competitive job market after college we may experience a powerful measure of anxiety. We love our children and don’t want them to have to struggle to earn a living. Very often, and inadvertently, our anxiety is transferred to our child as we push her towards academic excellence and an Ivy League education. In many
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cases these expectations can be useful if it motivates our child to rise and meet the challenge. In some cases however, our child does not have the ability to cope with more demanding expectations. He distracts himself from the ensuing anxiety with video games or other escapes that have familiar rules and instantaneously gratifying rewards. These distractions provide our child with a sense of control that they are not currently feeling in other areas of their life. The key is identifying the expectation “sweet spot.” Don’t hold performance expectations so unrealistically low that the young person neglects to actualize and express her given capacity. On the other hand, don’t hold performance expectations so unrealistically high that the young person cannot reach them and feels let down. While this may sound simple, it is actually very tricky to do. We should balance our expectations with attention towards helping our child to develop a greater breadth of coping strategies as this will enable them to successfully take on more. Above all else, healthy parental guidance should involve a communicated sense of unconditional caring. This means that expectations need to be realistic in order to be effective. If a child feels that their efforts are never good enough to satisfy their parents it might negatively affect their self esteem and leave them a sense of learned helplessness. They may stop trying because they feel that no matter how hard they try their parents will never be satisfied and always expect more. Jeremy Skow, LMHC, MBA maintains a private practice in Garden City, NY. Contact him at 516-322-9133, jskow@ lmhcny.com or visit www.mentalhealthcounselingny.com.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2018 Continuous self-guided tours between 10:00AM and 1:00PM Students entering 6th, 7th, or 9th grades and their parents who are seeking a qualitative Catholic education in the Marianist Tradition are invited. See the Brother Joseph C. Fox Latin School, a division of Kellenberg Memorial that provides a qualitative Catholic Education for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students.
Learn about Kellenberg Memorial’s academic, spiritual, and extracurricular programs.
Tour the school and its facilities.
Meet administrators, faculty, coaches, alumni, parents, and students.
Kellenberg Memorial is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and is a member of the New York State Association of Independent Schools.
Follow a time-tested curriculum centered on the liberal arts as a preparation for the most demanding of college programs.
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ong Island’s public school educational leaders congregated at Oakdale’s Bourne Mansion on Aug. 9 for SCOPE Education Service’s 34th annual Dinner Meeting for superintendents and school board members. The event served as a networking opportunity for new and returning superintendents and board of education trustees and other education system professionals. SCOPE provides a vast array of school district services, such as before and after-school child care programs, school enrichment programs and professional development. SCOPE Executive Director George L. Duffy told those in attendance that their work is vital and urged them to utilize and benefit from the many programs and services SCOPE provides. He also introduced all newly installed school board members and superintendents and wished them success in their new positions. Henry Grishman, president of SCOPE’s board of directors, gave valuable advice to the organization’s new guests. “Leave your school district in far better shape than you found it,” said Grishman. Speakers included Roger Tilles, who serves as Long Island’s representative on the New York State Board of Regents, and New York State
Commissioner of Education MaryEllen Elia. Both provided updates on education policy changes, such as state assessments, graduation requirements and teacher evaluations. Tilles said he is examining ways to create opportunities for teacher advancement and noted that while many Long Island districts are receiving national accolades, other districts are struggling. “We have to remember that those kids are our kids,” said Tilles. “We cannot separate districts doing well from those that aren’t. The equity issue needs to be brought to the forefront.” Commissioner Elia urged educators to be vocal about the issues surrounding the federal Every Student Succeeds Act, the new New York State standards and assessment issues. She said she is most proud of ESSA’s emphasis on civic responsibility and engagement. “We need to teach students to be critical thinkers that look at issues,” said Elia. “Students need to be aware of civic problems.” After receiving questions about the controversial opt-out movement, the Annual Professional Performance Review, charter schools and the move for privatization of public schools, Elia encouraged educators to remain steadfast on their focus of what is good and beneficial for students. —Anton Media Group
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From left: New York State Regent Roger Tilles, New York State Commissioner of Education MaryEllen Elia, SCOPE Executive Director George Duffy and Senior Deputy Commissioner for Education Jhone Ebert attended SCOPE’s annual Dinner Meeting, held at the Bourne Mansion in Oakdale on Aug. 9.
The SCOPE annual Dinner Meeting, held at Oakdale’s Bourne Mansion, was an opportunity for educational professionals to network. (Photos courtesy of SCOPE)
Come visit us at the NACAC College Fair: Booth #733 Sunday, September 23 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM NYCB Live – Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, Uniondale, NY 800-736-7744 | www.NEIT.edu
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2018 1:00 – 3:00 pm Presentations at 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30 and 3:00 pm
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SAINT DOMINIC COLLEGE PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL For 90 years, Saint Dominic High School has offered a student-centered, Catholic education to young women and men from more than 60 communities and 42 public school districts on Long Island. The key to Saint Dominic’s success is this: the administration, faculty and staff respond to each student in a personal and caring manner, treating her or him as an individual with unique needs, aspirations, and potential. Very simply, at Saint Dominic, “You are a name, not a number!”
110 Anstice Street Oyster Bay, New York 11771 Contact: Mr. Richard Garrett Dean of Admissions 516.922.4888 ext.5325
Saint Dominic provides a wide range of extracurricular programs and activities that encompass the areas of performance, service, and sports, allowing students to participate at a level consistent with their interests and abilities. The Charles B. Wang Saint Dominic Playing Fields, just 2.4 miles away from our main campus, is comprised of two baseball, two softball, two lacrosse/soccer fields, four tennis courts, and a retreat house, making it one of the finest and most comprehensive athletic and meeting Mr. Matthew facilities on LongO’Brien Island.
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With an average class size of twenty-two and a student to faculty ratio of 13:1, Saint Dominic students excel in a curriculum designed to challenge the learning potential of each student. While offering a NYS Board of Regents Curriculum, students are able to go beyond state standards by taking college level, advanced placement, and honors courses, as well as our newly designed STEM program. One-hundred percent of the Class of 2018 were accepted to some of the world’s finest colleges and universities and secured over $17 million in academic, athletic and merit-based scholarships. The Saint Dominic campus features a state-of-the-art Science and Communications Center. We have research and STEM partnerships with Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, The Dolan DNA Learning Center, The Oyster Bay Waterfront Center, St. Francis Hospital, Microsoft, and others. Our state-of-the-art World Language Lab for the Spanish and Italian curricula offers high school and college-level curriculum and labs utilizing interactive technology to help students learn by speaking with and listening to native speakers.
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At Monmouth, they believe learning, and life, are richer when you step out of your comfort zone and expose yourself to new experiences and people. It’s a place where the classroom is only the beginning of your education. So, every student is required to participate in Experiential Education, completing at least one handson course in their major or minor through an internship, service learning or corporate project, cooperative education placement, or through the study abroad program.
Surf and sand aren’t the only perks of a campus a stroll away from the Atlantic. With Monmouth’s Marine and Environmental Biology program and the Urban Coast Institute (featuring a beautiful, new, 49-foot research vessel, the Nauvoo), the opportunities for undergraduate research are as vast as, well, the ocean. Megan O’Donnell, BS, ’16 took full advantage, “Aside from the research I have participated in here at Monmouth, the faculty also helped me network at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Marine Science Lab on Sandy Hook and with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Cb_dSQdX_^ ͔A=67C͕ͥͥͥ9SddX^V X^f_[fSR X^ RXŬSbS^d research opportunities and beginning to network has been invaluable.”
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Few schools have their own recording label or an affiliation with the Grammy Museum, and only one has Bruce Springsteen’s Archives. Music, and the music business, are a big deal at Monmouth University. Internships, performance opportunities and the chance to interact and network with industry players abound. Just ask Mark Rodriguez, Music Industry major, class of 2020, “It’s not just the music or the business aspects of this program—it’s both combined that makes it special. From sitting in on jam and recording sessions to managing a band in the applied industry class, you really gain insight into both the promotional and creative sides of the word of music.”
Bachelor’s? Master’s? Why not both? For students who come to college knowing they want to continue beyond their Bachelor’s degree to a Master’s, Monmouth University helps them get there faster with its Baccalaureate/Master’s Programs. Motivated students can graduate with P_dW RSVbSSc X^ Nc [Xdd[S Nc ŮfS iSNbc ͔T_b ]N^i programs), knowing they are well prepared for their career.
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NYUSPS High School Academy Weekend Workshops Give Your Child a Distinct Advantage in the College Admissions Process The college admissions process is more competitive than ever before. In addition to good grades and excellent scores on the SAT and/or ACT, institutions of higher learning are increasingly focusing on the extracurricular activities and professional interests of the high school students they are considering for admission. High school students themselves are also seeking to explore career options that might be of interest, well in advance of the time that they graduate, to avoid choosing a college major that might not be the right fit and to gain experience that could ultimately lead to a highly successful professional path. While there are programs offered through local high
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Weekend Workshops The NYU School of Professional Studies High School Academy offers Weekend Workshops that provide high school students with programs of study that allow them to explore professional options and enhance their college portfolio. These programs are designed especially for local high school students who are interested in learning more about a particular career path and who prefer to gain this experience during the weekends. High School Academy Weekend Workshops provide a condensed format for “trying on” a career. Over the course of just a few weekends, students acquire an insider’s look at a professional path in which they may be interested. Taught by experts in their fields, these classes bring an area of speciality to life. Students gain exposure to college-level course content through case studies and interactive group assignments. In addition to the knowledge they acquire, a student’s Weekend Workshop experience will serve as an impressive credential on his/her college application—another way they can differentiate themselves in the competitive admissions process!
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schools and universities, the appeal of pursuing pre-college opportunities at an institution such as the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYUSPS) is growing, because of the distinct nature of the programs offered and the immersive, industry-based NYC experience students enjoy. High School Academy Weekend Workshops provide an opportunity to “try on” a career. With groups of peers from local high schools across the city and in the suburbs, students acquire an insider’s view of a professional path in which they may be interested. Taught by experts in their fields, these classes provide a rigorous overview of an industry, with opportunities to work on team-based projects, develop portfolio pieces, and hear from an array of guest lecturers. From courses in Global Banking to Digital Filmmaking, Pre-law to Real Estate Development, Javascript to Social Entrepreneurship, NYUSPS is delivering deep course content in growing and emerging fields. The program serves to prepare high school students to succeed in a college classroom, building the creativity, problemsolving skills, and strategic thinking that will prepare them for the challenges of higher education. Courses Prepare your high school also are offered in Academic and College-level Writing student for their academic and and in Creative Approaches professional future. to Writing the College Application Essay, directly addressing the critical need Choose from an array of professionally focused courses. for the strategic and analytic writing skills required for Digital Filmmaking: Storytelling on Film NEW Academic and College-Level Writing admission into college and Interactive Marketing Campaigns: The Power NEW Introduction to Careers in Hospitality beyond. of Public Relations and Social Media NEW Introduction to Fashion Design Introduction to Architecture in New York In addition to the Introduction to Social Entrepreneurship Introduction to Global Banking knowledge they acquire, a Investing Fundamentals: Shaping Your Global Economics student’s Weekend Workshop Financial Future Writing for Television: Creating and Writing experience will serve as an Journalism: Reporting, Researching, and a New Series Writing Features impressive credential on his/ Advanced Computer Science Concepts Leadership and Management Development with JavaScript her college application— Photography: New York City Through the Case Studies in Real Estate Development another way they can Camera Lens Computer Information Systems: Cyber Defense differentiate themselves in Podcasting: An Introduction to Audio Creative Approaches to Writing the College the competitive admissions Storytelling Application Essay process! Pre-Law: An Introduction to Torts Creative Writing: If You Can Imagine, Startups and Innovation Lab You Can Write The application deadline is October 5, 2018, classes Classes Begin October 13, 2018 begin October 13, 2018 To apply, visit: To apply, visit: sps.nyu.edu/hsacademy/weekend04 sps.nyu.edu/hsacademy/weekend04 For questions, For questions, please please call 212-998-7006 call 212-998-7006 or email or email sps.hsacademy@nyu.edu sps.hsacademy@nyu.edu New York University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution. ©2018 NYU School of Professional Studies.
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• Teach young children money basics by playing “store” at home. Take turns being the customer and the cashier. Play board games involving money exchanges to practice addition and subtraction. • Give children an allowance and help them create a budget. Stress the difference between needs vs. wants to help them make smart decisions when it comes time to shop for clothes, school supplies, toys and more. • Offer children incentives to save, promising to match any money they sock away so they’ll learn how invested money grows. • Encourage teenagers to get part-time jobs, then help them make smart decisions about how to allocate their income, whether that’s saving for big-ticket items, putting money away
for college or donating to charity. • Review free, online financial education materials together that are geared for school-age children, such as those found at PurchasingPower. com and JuniorAchievement.org. • Seek out community initiatives helping to combat financial illiteracy. For example, Purchasing Power, LLC, a workplace voluntary benefit that allows US workers to buy brand-name products and services interest-free through payroll deduction versus traditional high-interest credit options, partners with Junior Achievement USA, an organization dedicated to giving young people the knowledge and skills they need for economic success. In Atlanta, for example, more than 30,000 middle school students visit the Junior Achievement Chick-fil-A Foundation Discovery Center yearly, where they work with business leaders to learn about real-life financial situations. Together with Junior Achievement, Atlanta corporations including Purchasing Power are supporting a generation that knows how to budget, save and invest. “Purchasing Power has been helping adults learn to manage their money in smarter, more flexible ways for years. Expanding these efforts to include resources for young people empowers parents to put their kids on the right path in their formative years,” said Richard Carrano, Purchasing Power CEO. “Financial illiteracy and confusion over money matters is a national problem that won’t be solved overnight. However, families, employers and communities can take proactive steps to raise money-smart kids and foster healthy financial futures.” Children are never too young to learn how to spend responsibly and save for the future. Get started now in your household. —Courtesy of StatePoint Media
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How Much Do Your Kids Know About Money? With consumer debt on the rise and many failing to adequately save for the future, experts say that financial illiteracy is a major problem for Americans—and one that communities and parents have a joint responsibility to address, starting in childhood. And right now, most children are coming up short in this area. More than 62 percent of the 15- to 18-year-olds tested by the National Financial Educators Council received either a “D” or “F” on the 2017 National Financial Literacy Test. Without intervention, these young people could grow up without the skills needed to manage credit cards, loan debt or savings goals. If you’re a parent, you’ve likely already instilled in your children the importance of good grades and healthy decisions, but if you aren’t also discussing concepts like overall saving, budgeting and the importance of having an emergency fund, now is the time to start. Children are never too young to learn skills needed for a secure financial future. To get started, consider these tips:
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The Interfaith Community is a nonprofit institution that was created for families who want to honor and respect two separate and distinct religions, Judaism and Christianity, in one home. We are committed to educating and providing interfaith families with a balanced education and supportive community. We collaborate with religious seminaries, churches, and synagogues. Our religious education program is overseen by a Jewish Cantor and a Reverend who was formerly a Roman Catholic Priest for 14 years. We work closely with a Rabbi, an Interfaith Reverend and a Protestant Minister. We offer a toddler & pre-k music program, classes for K through 8th grade and a high school youth group. All students are celebrated in 8th
grade as they complete our education program. In addition, we have students who choose to have a Bar or Bat Mitzvah as well as students who are confirmed in a church. We support individuals and families as they pursue their own course. We promote cross cultural understanding, peace building, and a strong commitment to service. We do not aim to create a new religion. We foster an open environment for celebrating and learning about each distinct religion and their traditions. We are a welcoming home for families all over Long Island. If this sounds like something you’re interested in being a part of, we hope you will check us out!
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Health Care Proxy: What Your College Student Needs BY MELISSA NEGRIN-WIENER
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ending one’s child off to college is an exciting and emotional time for parents. It’s easy to get caught up in shopping for the dorm room, worrying about roommates, checking the school calendar for Parents’ Weekend and packing the car for the big send off. You breathe a sigh of relief once they are settled, until you receive a phone call one day saying that your child was rushed to the emergency room. You immediately call the hospital only to find that since your child is 18 years of age, you are not allowed access to their health records despite the fact that you are the parent nor are you allowed to make vital decisions when it comes to medical assistance/treatment for your child in an emergency situation. Many parents do not realize that they no longer have a legal right to their child’s medical information due,
in part, to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPPA). Once a child turns 18, he or she is basically a stranger in terms of access to health records or information. This holds true even if the young adult is covered under the parents’ health insurance and even if the parents are paying all of the bills.
One document is needed to eliminate these problems and allows parents immediate access to their child’s doctors and health information—a health care proxy naming a parent as the child’s agent. If drafted correctly, this legal document will allow parents to communicate with medical professionals, access their child’s medical records and make informed decisions regarding treatment for their child should a medical emergency happen.
While it may seem counter-intuitive to bring a college age child to an elder law attorney, their experience with drafting health care proxies and ensuring that the appropriate language is in place is unmatched. It’s important to note that a health care proxy is not worth the paper it is written on if it is not drafted and executed properly. While this is the last thing a family wants to think about when preparing their child for college, the risk of an accident occurring is undeniable. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes that hundreds of thousands of young adults are hospitalized each year with catastrophic injuries. Do you want to be the first phone call made or the last? A properly executed health care proxy offers one less worry for parents. Melissa Negrin-Wiener is a partner with the elder law and estate planning firm of Genser Dubow Genser & Cona, LLP. For more information, visit www. genserlaw.com.
School And Food Allergies Doesn’t Have To Equal Stress For parents of children with food allergies, back-to-school time can be particularly stressful. When children are away at school, parents have little control over the foods children may encounter. But a few tips from experts at National Jewish Health can help ease parents’ anxiety and ensure that students with food allergies remain safe at school. “More children than ever have food allergies, and in severe cases, just being around certain foods can create an extremely dangerous situation,” said BJ Lanser, MD, director of the Pediatric Food Program at National Jewish Health. “But there are preparations parents can make to reduce the risks to their child, and with plenty of communication and collaboration with school personnel, students
can concentrate on learning rather than their allergies.” Whether your food-allergic child is going to school for the first time, headed to a new school or just getting ready for a new school year, experts at National Jewish Health say following these four tips will help keep them safe:
Meet with school staff members Set up meetings with principals, teachers, nurses and cafeteria staff
before the school year begins. This ensures that everyone is informed and prepared and allows a parent to understand how a child’s school manages food allergies.
Create a written plan Work with an allergist to develop an action plan that outlines all necessary information on your child’s allergy, including how to prevent accidental exposures and how to recognize and treat symptoms of an allergic reaction.
Post pictures Tape pictures of your child to the classroom wall with information on their allergies to alert anyone that comes into the room. You can also post one on your child’s desk, which can serve as a secondary reminder when snacks are served.
Make safe snacks Pack allergen-free snacks for your child in case someone brings in a treat for the class. Send the snacks to school with a label specifying that they are safe, or leave some with their teacher so your child won’t feel left out during classroom celebrations. —Submitted by National Jewish Health
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Students across the country are dealing with a hidden problem that comes with college that many overlook: housing. While many schools offer on-campus living options, they are becoming less affordable year by year, and many students just don’t believe that living in such a restricted environment is worth the money. This is why students turn to off-campus housing. This can be a great, cheaper option for some students, but where they can run into trouble is when the landlord tries to take advantage of the young adults’ lack of knowledge about renting. If students are living in unsafe or overcrowded conditions, such as basement apartments with blocked entrances or individual key locks on bedroom doors, not only is it dangerous, but if inspectors come to the house it can also lead to being forced to move out in the middle of the semester, when relocation options are extremely limited. “The biggest problem in New York state is that there are no good clear
laws for renters on issues like security deposits, and there are no protections specifically for students,” Ian Wilder, executive director of Long Island Housing Services said. These concerns are amplified by students’ inexperience with the process of finding and living in rentals. “Landlords can get away with the bare minimum because a lot of us are first-time renters who don’t know any better, and the landlords are well aware of the fact that they are the only alternative to dorms that is within walking distance of campus, which is crucial for students who don’t have cars or do not want to bother with the iffy parking situations every day on campus,” said Daria Burge, a senior at Hofstra University. While colleges and universities make it clear that they want students to stay safe and in healthy and productive living conditions, they do little to ensure this outside of on-campus living options. Schools like Hofstra University and the State University of New York at Stony Brook offer help with getting students’ loans applied to rent off campus, however they do not get involved to approve these living situations or to
verify that houses are up to code. Landlords have been known to be difficult when interacting with student tenants. “Our landlord once told us while we were having difficulties with creating livable conditions up to the standards of the fire department that ‘I really only help out with these kinds of things if parents get involved,’” Burge explained. “He basically told us that he didn’t take us seriously because we are 20 and 21.” So the question becomes, how do students make sure that they are protected against potentially shady landlords while finding and living in yearly rentals? The first step in avoiding scams or untrustworthy conditions is trying to meet as many people as possible. The property manager, the owner of the house, even people who have recently lived at the property or one owned by the same person are all people who are valuable contacts to know when it comes to looking for a place to live. The more face-to-face interaction you have with people who are renting space out the better. Speaking to people who previously have rented from a prospective
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t ed In Off-Campus Housing landlord can provide good insight into what is to be expected. Asking questions about how easy they are to deal with, what kind of condition the house is in when it is not being shown, and how quickly the landlord or his employees are to respond to issues at the house is all information that would be more likely to be honestly disclosed by renters rather than proprietors. Making sure that there is a lease in place that lays out any specific rules about things like subletting, late rent fees, if and when the landlord can come to the house and how much warning they must give you, and how to pay rent will also supply a safeguard against landlords who try to bend the rules. Wilder stressed the importance of reading the lease completely, and making sure all of the rules seem fair; because once it is signed “you could now be in charge of anything from shoveling the snow to fixing the roof.” “It is always better to spend time [reading the lease] if possible. You don’t want to rush into a relationship with a landlord just to get it done,” he said. Students who have had to deal with these problems agree with Wilder’s advice.
“I wish I had pushed my landlord more before I signed the lease for specific guidelines, because now I have a landlord who can show up whenever they want, and get mad at me for things like having people over, because there were no rules deciding what was acceptable ahead of time,” said Morris Aronsky, a second-year Stony Brook School of Medicine student. Asking the landlord to do a walkthrough with you before you move in and after you move out is also advised. “This way, you can prove that the house is in condition that guarantees you your security deposit back after you move out,” according to Wilder. Beyond the landlord, it is important to analyze the safety of the neighborhood or street that the house is located on. If the house doesn’t seem to be in the safest area, ask the landlord about incidents that have happened previously, and if they have taken precautions like alarm systems or extra locks on the doors to safeguard their particular houses. To a certain extent, there is a “this is just how college kids live” mentality, especially when it comes to minor issues.
“The house might not have the nicest kitchens or bathrooms but in college we will take what we can get,” Jennifer Weltner, rising senior at Hofstra University said. While these things may seem inevitable, landlords and property owners should still be held to some standard when it comes to renting to college students. Problems with appliances, or things that hinder safety, like lack of smoke detectors or proper locks, should be their top priority. Making it known before signing a lease that this is expected will help set the standard. Consult with a lawyer that specializes in real estate and rental properties if there are any seemingly serious violations of a rental agreement, but paying attention and being aware of your rights is the best defense against faulty landlords. Do not send any money before a lease is officially signed, and when money is sent make sure there is a paper or digital trail that will provide proof of payment. As long as students pay attention to detail and defend themselves against landlords, there’s no reason they should not have a happy and productive school year living off campus.
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Explore the college search process at the Long Island National College Fair held on Sunday, Sept. 23 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at NYCB Live, Home of the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale. programs have also been invited to exhibit in response to the growing number of students interested in expanding their personal, practical, and professional horizons between high school and college. Participants will receive tips on how to navigate the college selection process, and learn more about admission requirements, financial aid, course offerings, and campus
life. Students and parents can discuss individual needs with college experts at the fair’s college advising center. “As the college admissions landscape changes, students and parents need to learn about opportunities, choices, and resources available to help further their education beyond high school and select colleges and universities that are the right fit for them,” said Pia Brown, NACAC
Director of National College Fairs Programs and Services. Now in its 46th year, the National College Fairs program annually helps more than 675,000 students and families nationwide explore their higher education options, making it one of the most visible college recruitment tool in the country. NACAC spon-sors 63 National College Fairs across the US. Complete information about the fair, including free student registration, can be found at www.nacacfairs.org. More information about the Long Island National College Fair—including directions, a list of colleges exhibiting at the event, and tips to help students prepare for the fair—is available online at www. nacacfairs.org/long-island. —Anton Media Group
What You Can Do To Combat The STD Epidemic BY ANTHONY J. SANTELLA
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At the recent National STD Prevention Conference, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), our nation’s public health agency, released new data showing nearly 2.3 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis were diagnosed in the United Sates in 2017. While that number seems small compared to our total population of 327 million, it represents an increase of more than 200,000 cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) from 2016. What can we do about this growing epidemic? We know more about chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis because they are the infections that doctors are required to report. While they are all largely curable, many people who contract these diseases do not show symptoms right away. Undiagnosed STDs can cause a host of serious health consequences such as pain, infertility, miscarriages and increased risk for other STDs, including HIV. There are many possible reasons for the increase. First, with new biomedical interventions such as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), the FDA-approved HIV prevention
pill, condom use has decreased in some communities. Second, federal funding for abstinence-based education has increased, despite a body of evidence suggesting it is not effective. Third, people are tired of fear-based messaging that has historically been used to try and change health behavior. Last but not least, inconsistent and decreasing public health funding means less infrastructure and resources to screen and treat STDs. Anyone who is sexually active and not practicing mutual monogamy is at risk of contracting an STD. The disparities persist—for example, gonorrhea cases have nearly doubled among men. Gay and bisexual men make up almost 70% of primary syphilis cases (characterized by sores around the infection site, usually the genitals) and secondary cases (characterized by skin rash and fever). Chlamydia, the most common STD reported to the CDC, disproportionately impacts 15-to-24-year-old females. While we do not have comparable STD data for Long Island yet, the latest state rankings from the CDC show New York doing poorly. We rank 12th in the nation for the highest number of chlamydia cases, number 22 for gonorrhea, and number 5 for syphilis. This is a public health crisis and more work needs to be done to
address this epidemic. As a sexual health scholar, my recommendations for protecting yourself and reducing these alarming national rates include:
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ave open and frank converH sations with your healthcare providers about your sexual behaviors and partners. While this may be uncomfortable at times for you and/or your provider, it should inform what sexual health screenings you need and how often you should be screened.
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alk about sex with your partT ner(s). Whether you have a regular or casual partner, talk to them about what type of relationship you want, STD status, contraceptives and other forms of protection, sexual pleasure, and consent. The more you both know, the better.
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on’t be fooled by popular myths D that insist STDs can’t be transmitted by oral sex (they can) or that you can tell if someone has an STD by looking at them (you can’t because most people don’t show symptoms). Stick to credible sexual health information resources such as the CDC or the American Sexual Health Association.
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void overusing antibiotics to A treat STDs. Frequent and inappropriate use can make treatment less effective and have negative long-term consequences. A new report from the World Health Organization found gonorrhea is increasingly resistant to antibiotics. Unfortunately, there are only a few highly effective antibiotics that can be used to treat gonorrhea, so we need new antibiotic options.
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Advocate for medically-accurate, age-appropriate, sex education in our schools. We know young people are waiting longer to have sex and are more likely to use contraceptives. However, a few hours a year of classroom instruction is not enough to effectively teach them about responsible sexual behavior and how to protect their health. We also need to make sure health teachers are trained on how to effectively deliver sex education in a sex-positive manner. This epidemic won’t end without a drastic overhaul to sex education curricula.
Anthony J. Santella, DrPH, MPH, MCHES, is an associate professor of public health at Hofstra University.
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