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Bronx Science parents raise alarm over test A nervous Parents’ Association at the Bronx High School of Science announced their opposition to a bill that would repeal the Hecht Calandra Act, passed in 1971, that assures that admission to that school, as well as Stuyvesant and Brooklyn Tech High Schools is through competitive examination. A number of legislators, at the behest of Mayor Bill DeBlasio, proposed changing the mandated admissions process. “We stand for an admissions process that is a pure meritocracy, with one standard that is transparent and incorruptible, stated the parents. “The suggested changes to the admissions process do nothing to address the root cause of inequity in elementary and middle school education. Further, the proposed new admissions criteria are deeply flawed. Disparities in academic outcomes start very early on. The parents’ position won support from two local legislators, Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz and State Senator Jeffrey Klein. Mr. Klein is facing a challenge from former Council Member Oliver Koppell, but presumably Mr. Koppell is a supporter of retaining the current law that he voted for in the Assembly forty-two years ago. The parents stated: “Bronx Science has for over seventy-five years been a home for gifted and hard working students of all backgrounds to attain the American Dream. With a population that is a wonderfully diverse as New York City itself, Bronx Science is a home for students across

racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups. “Bronx Science (and its fellow schools Stuyvesant and Brooklyn Tech) has a long history of serving immigrant and economically disadvantaged communities. The current admissions process is color blind and immune from corruption and politics.” The parents noted, “nearly half of the student body at Bronx are eligible for free or reduced lunch, a metric that captures families that live near or below the poverty line in New York City. More than half of families currently at Bronx

Science do not speak English in the home at all, including 568 students who are immigrants themselves.” The parents urged instead that the city “dramatically improve middle and elementary school education for all. This is the number one cause of this issue and must be immediately addressed by the Department of Education. Every child, regardless of ethnicity, deserves an education of equal quality that will inspire each to reach his or her potential.” The parent concluded, “The specialized high schools are the jewels in the crown

of our education system. With a myriad of problems facing our public schools today, focusing on schools that are thriving fails to address the root causes of educational inequity. In 1971 our wise state legislators realized that the admissions process for the Specialized High Schools needed to be protected by law from the tides of politics, pandering, and poor planning, passing the Hecht-Calandra Act. Changing a meritocracy and already fair admissions procedure deflects from real failure to fairly educate every student equally and only further hurts all of our children.”

OK Engel bill on alternative fuels

Congressman Eliot Engel, a senior member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, announced today that his language requiring the use of alternative fuel vehicles by the U.S. Department of Defense, and related agencies, was adopted in the FY 2015 Department of Defense Appropriations bill. The Open Fuel Standards Act, first introduced by Congressman Engel in July 2008, requires that 80 percent of new cars sold in the United States by 2016 run on any combination of ethanol, methanol or gasoline. “It’s unthinkable that we are continuing to send $600 billion to hostile nations each year to buy oil, given that alternative fuel sources exist. Support for alternative fuel sources will encourage further development and reliance on domestic energy resources – including biomass, natural gas, agricultural waste, hydrogen, renewable electricity, methanol and ethanol.” “Developing our own energy sources will protect consumers from price spikes at the pump, and boost our national security by severing our dependence on foreign oil. There’s no reason to continue our overreliance on foreign oil.”

State Senator Jeff Klein and Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. are again sponsoring a pre-Independence Day fireworks display. The photo above was taken at last year’s event. The Bronx Fireworks Spectacular is a free event taking place this Friday, June 27 at Orchard Beach from 6 - 11pm. It will feature music, a magic show, face painting, balloon art and, of course, fireworks by Grucci. The musical performance starts at 7pm and the fireworks show starts at 9pm. The fireworks have always been held as a precursor to the 4th of July Holiday Weekend and also allows an opportunity to salute current, returning or veteran service men or women. In his capacity as State Senate Co-Leader, Senator Jeff Klein not only found funds to hold the fireworks, but also secured an unprecedented and robust commitment to New York State veterans by providing contracts to service-disabled veteran owned businesses. Under this new measure, 6% of state contracts will be set-aside and awarded to service-disabled veteran owned small businesses. This bill will empower disabled veterans as small business owners by allowing them to roll-up their sleeves and embrace the entrepreneurial spirit. Last year, Senator Klein championed the first “Jobs for Heroes” tax credit and this year Senator Klein is continuing his work to help veterans fully reintegrate into civilian life in New York. Senator Klein said, “With warm weather and the start of the summer, I am looking forward to one of my favorite events of the year - the Bronx Fireworks Spectacular. This celebration is a great chance for Bronxites to enjoy music, food and, of course, fireworks with friends and family. It also provides an opportunity for us to salute the brave men and women who serve our country and defend our freedoms. With 4th of July right around the corner, our Fireworks Extravaganza is a great time to commemorate all who have sacrificed so much to protect our country.”

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Klein foreclosure bill signed by Cuomo Klein/Weinstein Bill Extending Critical Foreclosure Protections for Homeowners Signed into Law by Governor Cuomo  On the final day of the legislative session, Senate Co-Leader Jeffrey Klein (D-Bronx/ Westchester) and Assemblywoman Helene Weinstein announced that Governor Cuomo signed into law legislation extending vital foreclosure prevention measures and homeowner protections for an additional five years beyond the February 2015 expiration date. The Senate approved the measure 56 – 1 on June 10th and the Assembly passed it on June 2nd. This law will extend the requirement for lenders to provide 90 notice of foreclosure and mandatory settlement conferences for all home loans. An expiration of these protections would have meant that tens of thousands of New York homeowners in pre-foreclosure were in serious danger of losing their homes. The legislation was signed into law by Governor Cuomo Thursday, June 19th. Senate Majority Coalition Leader Jeff Klein (D-Bronx/Westchester) said, “As the legislative session comes to a close, I am thrilled that the nearly 30,000 New York City homeowners currently facing foreclosure are guaranteed these important foreclosure protections that will keep them in their homes. Staving off foreclosure benefits entire communities by preventing foreclosed homes from bringing down property values and making our neighborhoods unsafe. Thanks to Assemblywoman Weinstein and Governor Cuomo, we have made sure that these solid protections are in place for New Yorkers now and in the future.” The Assembly bill was sponsored by Assembly Judiciary Committee Chair, Assemblywoman Helene E. Weinstein (D-Brooklyn). Assemblywoman Helene E. Weinstein (D-Brooklyn) said, “The mandatory settlement conference and 90-day notice provisions for all home loans along with the requirement for banks to negotiate in good faith are crucial protections for borrowers at risk of losing their homes. I thank Governor Cuomo, Senator Klein and my Assembly colleagues for ensuring that home owners facing foreclosure will have access to the protections we’ve put into place, and therefore less likely to lose their homes.” “Empire Justice Center applauds Governor Cuomo for acting so quickly in signing this critical piece of legislation into law. We also truly appreciate the efforts of sponsors Senator Klein and Assemblywoman Weinstein in ensuring its passage. Now, homeowners at risk of foreclosure will not be not left wondering whether they will have access to a settlement conference when they need it.

These settlement conferences have been a critical measure in ensuring justice for New York homeowners in jeopardy of losing their homes, said Kirsten Keefe, Senior Attorney at Empire Justice Center. Earlier this month, Senator Klein released a report, co-authored by Assemblywoman Helene Weinstein, detailing the impact individual foreclosures have on entire communities, the vast majority of which are majority-minority neighborhoods. In New York City as a whole, minority neighborhoods experience 80% of pre-foreclosures with almost 24,000 out of the nearly 30,000 total in pre-foreclosure. The Bronx and Queens demonstrated the greatest inequality between neighborhoods with homes in pre-foreclosure. In these boroughs, minority-majority neighborhoods experience 93% of pre-foreclosures.

Assemblyman Dinowitz announced the Assembly passed legislation agreed to by the Senate and governor allowing seriously ill patients to use medical marijuana to treat debilitating and life-threatening illnesses (A.6357-E). “The agreement reached today is an essential step toward providing certain seriously ill patients with safe alternatives to alleviate their pain,” said Mr. Dinowitz. “Allowing health practitioners to prescribe medical marijuana will give our families, friends and neighbors who have severely debilitating illnesses other options to improve their quality of life.” The legislation would allow licensed physicians to determine if a patient suffering from a debilitating or life-threatening illness is likely to benefit from the use of medical marijuana. These patients

would receive a special identification card, which they would be required to carry while in possession of the drug. The bill would impose penalties on anyone attempting to defraud the program, and would make it a felony for a practitioner to prescribe marijuana when there is no medical need. Furthermore, the bill would cap the number of licensed medicinal marijuana growers at five and the number of locations where the drug could be dispensed at 20 statewide. Additionally, the bill would prevent the marketing of medical marijuana to teenagers and limit the forms of the drug that could be prescribed to oil-based extracts, pills, edibles and vaporized forms. Patients would not be able to receive prescriptions to smoke medical marijuana.

Volunteer Program Manager The Hebrew Home at Riverdale, a nationally acclaimed geriatric center located on 32 acres along the Hudson River, seeks a motivated and enthusiastic Volunteer Program Manager to become a part of the Home’s Volunteer Department. This position will be responsible for managing, coordinating, recruiting and expanding the Home’s Volunteer and Intergenerational Programs as well as supervising departmental staff and community volunteers. The ideal candidate must be a self-assured professional who is dedicated to serving older adults. BA/BS in Behavioral Science /Social Science or related field with 3-5 years of experience in a supervisory position in healthcare or a community service setting required. Experience working with and recruiting for volunteers is strongly preferred. Strong organizational, communication, and writing skills are essential. Knowledge of Jewish culture a plus. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a congenial work environment that’s conducive to professional growth. For consideration, please send/fax/email your resume and salary requirements to:

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Under the bill, the medical marijuana program would begin 18 months after enactment and expire after 7 years. It would be overseen by the state Department of Health and the governor would have the ability to suspend the program if there is a risk to public health or safety. Finally, the bill would impose a 7 percent excise tax on medical marijuana sales, helping to fund our schools and other vital programs. “Legalizing prescribed medical marijuana can improve the quality of life for some of New York’s most seriously ill residents,” the Assemblyman noted. “This legislation is about fairness and compassion. No one should ever have to consider choosing between breaking the law and getting the relief they desperately need for themselves or loved ones.”

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Around the schools... SUNY at New Paltz confers undergraduate degrees

The State University of New York at New Paltz recently conferred more than 1,000 undergraduate degrees during its 2014 Commencement ceremonies on Sunday, May 18. The May 2014 graduates included the following local residents: Justin Blau Edelstein of Bronx, N.Y., who earned a Bachelor of Arts in Digital Media Production. Joseph Noonan of Bronx, N.Y., who earned a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy. Alyson Szpilka of Bronx, N.Y., who earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Media. Nicole Whyne of Bronx, N.Y., who earned a Bachelor of Arts in Art History. Located in the heart of a dynamic college town, ninety minutes from metropolitan New York City, the State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective college of about 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students. One of the most well-regarded public colleges in the nation, New Paltz delivers an extraordinary number of majors in Business, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Engineering, Fine & Performing Arts and Education. New Paltz embraces its culture as a community where talented and independent minded people from around the world create close personal links with real scholars and artists who love to teach.

Boston University graduates Bronx residents

Boston University awarded academic degrees to 6,321 students in May 2014. Receiving degrees were Renee C. Gail-

lard, Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology & Religion; Victoria A. Deering, Master of Science in Medical Science; Edgar A. Puesan, Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering; Jason J. Rodriguez, Master of Theological Studies in Philosophy, Theology and Ethics; Celia M. Gagliardi, Bachelor of Arts in Neuroscience and Psychology; Jatnna M. Garcia, Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Linguistics, Cum Laude; Julia D. Kaminski, Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology; Deanna I. Garzillo, Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology; Jesse V. Kurland, Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Spec. in Cell Biology, Molecular Biology & Genetics; Also, Nubia F. Tyehimba, Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology; Sushi Subburamu, Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Magna Cum Laude; Ivan E. Perez, Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry; Brian C. Dunlop, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Business Administration and Management, Magna Cum Laude; Justine M. Velez, Bachelor of Science in Communication; Christina R. Garzillo, Bachelor of Arts in History of Art and Architecture; Tiffany B. Wisdom, Bachelor of Science in Human Physiology; Milcah A. Zewdie, Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Science; Boadu Nkrumah, Master of Science in Computer Information Systems; Natalie M. Madrigal, Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and History; Also, Lawrence A. Montalvo, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Business Administration and Management; Sandrine Kiki, Master of Social Work in Social Work. Founded in 1839, Boston University is an internationally recognized institu-

tion of higher education and research. Consisting of 16 schools and colleges, BU offers students more than 250 programs of study in science and engineering, social science and humanities, health science, the arts, and other professional disciplines, along with a number of multi-disciplinary centers and institutes integral to the University’s research and teaching mission. With more than 33,000 students, BU is the fourth-largest private university in the country and a member of the American Association of Universities (AAU), a nonprofit association of 62 of North America’s leading research-intensive institutions.

Area residents named to SUNY Oswego Deans’ List

Several area residents have been named to the Deans’ List for the spring 2014 semester at SUNY Oswego. The President’s and Deans’ lists represent the academic top 30.3 percent of

the Oswego student body. To be included on the Deans’ List, students must have a semester grade average of 3.30 to 3.79. The Deans’ List honorees, with their class year and major in parentheses, are as follows: Nico T. Fernandez (senior finance major), Gabriela A. Pond (senior Spanish major). Admission to SUNY Oswego is competitive. U.S. News Media Group counts SUNY Oswego among the top public regional universities in the North for 2014, and the Princeton Review includes Oswego in its 2014 college guidebook “The Best Northeastern Colleges,” as well as its 2014 list of “best value” colleges and universities nationally. A 153-year-old comprehensive college in the State University of New York system, Oswego enrolls about 8,000 students in its College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; School of Business; School of Communication, Media and the Arts; and School of Education. Visit oswego.edu for more information.

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Community to mark 20th anniversary of Lubavitcher Rebbe’s passing

Riverdale is gearing up to join thousands of communities worldwide in marking the 20th anniversary of the passing of the Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, of righteous memory, on July 1st of this year. Described as the most influential rabbi in modern history, the Rebbe’s pioneering efforts to reach out lovingly to every Jew and connect them with their Jewish heritage have touched millions of lives and forever transformed the landscape of Jewish life. His teachings about the inherent goodness of all mankind, and the infinite potential of every individual and each good deed, galvanized countless far and wide, and are increasingly studied. In keeping with the Rebbe’s lifetime goals and teachings, hundreds of thousands are redoubling their efforts at personal prayer, study and acts of loving kindness in preparation for the special date, as well as increasing their personal and communal efforts to encourage others to do the same. In Riverdale, many locals have undertaken an array of personal and communal activities in the Rebbe’s honor. Additionally, many tens of thousands will visit his resting place in Queens, N.Y. during the anniversary, bearing the personal prayers of millions. Here are some of the commemorative events and programs that Chabad of Riverdale are hosting and sponsoring between now and July 1: Up Close & Personal with Guest Speaker, Rabbi Yehuda Krinsky, personal secretary to the Rebbe - Thursday, June 26, 7:30 pm at Doubletree Hotel, 455 South Broadway,

Tarrytown, NY 10591. Join us for a rare opportunity to hear about the life of the Rebbe from someone who stayed by his side for many decades. Seating is limited. Reserve early by calling 914-834-8000 or register online at www.therebbeupclose.com. Shabbaton With Rabbi DovBer Pinson - Chabad of Riverdale invites the community to join us for a Shabbaton with Rabbi DovBer Pinson on June 27-28. Rabbi DovBer Pinson is a world-renowned Torah scholar, author and beloved spiritual teacher. He is widely recognized as one of the world’s foremost authorities on authentic Kabbalah and Jewish spirituality. Amongst his published works are: Reincarnation and Judaism and Toward the Infinite: The Way of Kabbalistic Meditation. Rabbi Pinson’s works will be available for sale immediately after the end of Shabbat. They can also be preordered by calling 718-549-1100. All of Rabbi Pinson’s books can be purchased online from www. Amazon.com. To register for the lectures and Friday night dinner and Shabbat lunch, visit www.ChabadRiverdale.org or call 718-549-1100 Ext. 10. The event will take place at Chabad of Riverdale, 535 West 246th Street, Riverdale, NY 10471. Visiting the Rebbe’s Resting Place - A local delegation headed by Rabbi Levi and Mrs. Sorah Shemtov will be departing from Chabad of Riverdale to the Rebbe’s resting place in Queens, N.Y. on June 28 at 10:00 pm. Soul Encounters: A Journey of Connection, Reflection and Upliftment - Sunday, June 29 Chabad of Riverdale will be participating in this event at the Kupferberg Center for the Arts, Queens, NY. Soul Encounters offers a comprehensive program of lectures, workshops, seminars and

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OPEN COMPUTER LAB 11 a.m. Riverdale Branch Library 5540 Mosholu Avenue Attention new computer users: Come to the Riverdale Library and get assistance on using the computers. Do you need to learn how to open a free e-mail account or practice going online and exploring the Internet? How about learning how to save a document or copy and paste text? Come to this open lab and ask questions and learn from doing. First come, first served. For more information, call 718-549-1212.

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TODDLER STORY TIME 11:30 a.m. Riverdale Branch Library 5540 Mosholu Avenue Toddlers (walking to 36 months) and their parents/caregivers can enjoy interactive stories, action songs, and fingerplays, and spend time with other toddlers in the neighborhood. For info, call 718-549-1212.

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CLASSIC COMEDY 2 p.m. Riverdale Branch Library 5540 Mosholu Avenue Come to Riverdale every Thursday in July at 2pm to enjoy the comedies that kept audiences laughing for over 80 years! July 3, 2014: My Little Chickadee (1940) - W.C. Fields, Mae West - 83 min. For more information, call 718-549-1212.

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BILINGUAL BIRDIES 11:30 a.m. Riverdale Branch Library 5540 Mosholu Avenue A foreign language and live music program for children ages newborn to five years old with parent/caregiver. The bilingual musicians teach through live music, movement, puppetry and games. Each session ends with a lively bubble dance party! Children learn basic vocabulary and short phrases while playing with instruments and fun props. For info, call 718-549-1212. KNITTING CIRCLE 2 p.m. Riverdale Branch Library 5540 Mosholu Avenue Gather with other knitters, and perhaps pick up a few tips and tricks as you work on your own creations. For more information, call 718-549-1212.

Entering Grades 1–6 From 6–12 years old Non-stop indoor and outdoor activities! Swim, sports, creative arts, music, martial arts, Mac Computer Lab every day, gymnastics, Lego® robotics, and so much more!

From 6–14 years old The ideal camp for your young artist. Core classes in acting, singing and dance with electives in all performing arts elements. Go to a Broadway show! Stage a full musical production at the Y!

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KNITTING & CROCHET 11 a.m. Spuyten Duyvil Branch Library 650 West 235th Street A get-together for knitters & crocheters to work on a current project, learn new techniques, or even to begin a new craft. All skill levels are welcomed. Pre-registration not required. For more information, call 718-796-1202.

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MAKE MUSIC@NYPL 1 p.m. Van Cortlandt Branch Library 3874 Sedgwick Avenue Singer-songwriter Sheri Miller composes and plays heartfelt, soulful, Beatles-inspired songs, while accompanying herself on guitar and piano. She also enjoys performing a wide repertoire of cover songs of the Beatles, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash and Judy Garland, among many others. For info, call 718-543-5150.

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STAY WELL EXERCISE 10 a.m. Kingsbridge Branch Library 291 West 231st Street Stay Well volunteers certified by the NYC’s Department for the Aging will lead participants in a well-balanced series of exercises for seniors of all ability levels. Please wear loose comfortable clothing. Exercise equipment will be provided. Those participating in the exercises must sign an activity release form. For more information, call 718-548-5656.

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JR. 4 with dining area already converted to a 2nd room. 2 walk-in closets and a renovated kitchen. It has a terrace overlooking a beautiful park with many trees and shrubs. Very scenic view! You can also see the GW Bridge on the South side and has a South/stern exposure making it a very sunny apartment. Doorman. $209k

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2 Family House, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, renovated, washer/dryer, parking included................... $2800

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Lux rental bldg, 2 BR (conv to 3), renov, granite kit, concierge, pool, gym, park avail, NO FEE! $2795

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Pre-war rental bldg, 3 BR, renov, doorman, park avail, near shopping/transportation .....$2650 Palisade Avenue: NO BOARD APPROVAL West of Pkwy: SPONSOR APT NO BOARD APPROVAL 2 BR, comp renov, Luxury buildling, 2 BR, 2 bath, concierge, pool, concierge, pool, gym, garage avail............$311k parking available...........................NO FEE!. .$2200 doorman, park avail, nr shop/trans ............. $350k

West of Pkwy:

SPONSOR APT NO BOARD APPROVAL 1 BR, doorman,

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Central Riverdale:

2 BR, renovated, near shopping/trans.....$1750

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Rental bldg, Jr. 4 w/2 BR, nr shop/trans...$1650

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Klein bill protects playgrounds Senate Co-Leader Jeff Klein (D-Bronx/ Westchester) and Assemblywoman Catherine Nolan (D-Queens) celebrated passage of legislation that would protect existing school playground space in New York City from the long term displacement caused by ongoing construction or temporary classrooms. Sponsored by Senator Klein and Assemblywoman Nolan, this legislation (S. 2255/A. 151) would require schools that use their playground space for purposes other than for recreation or physical activity for more than a year, to develop an alternate venue for recreational play. The State Assembly passed the legislation on June 10th and the State Senate passed it on June 16th. The legislation now awaits New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s signature to become law. Senate Majority Coalition Leader Jeff Klein (D-Bronx/Westchester) said, “For too many students in New York City, outdoor recreational space has been threatened by construction and temporary classrooms that impact the ability for students to stay active. That’s why Assemblywoman Nolan and I have teamed up to make sure that schools have a clear plan to provide alternate recreation space for any long term displacement of outdoor school playgrounds. While school is undoubtedly at the center of our academic studies, the best way for us to provide a well-rounded educational experience is by ensuring that our children have – and keep – their outdoor playground areas.” “Physical activity and recreation are crucial to the health and well-being of students,” said Assemblywoman Catherine Nolan. “We must take steps to ensure that children do not lose playgrounds permanently. This legislation gives the city some guidance as it expands many of its school building projects in order to avoid that situation. I want to thank Senator Klein for bringing this vital issue to the attention of the Legislature.” At the Y, we know that access to playgrounds throughout our communities provide kids with the opportunity to be physically active, which is essential for their health and academic achievement,” stated Kyle Stewart, Executive Director of the Alliance of New York State YMCAs, “We commend Senate Co-Leader Klein for his continued and progressive leadership to create strong communities by creating safe environments for kids to play outdoors, thereby leading toward a healthier New York.” “Access to playgrounds at school is a basic justice issue for all children,” said Healthy Schools Network Executive Director Claire Barnett. “With this bill, the Senate and Assembly have taken an

Engel announces Title 1 funding for the Bronx Congressman Eliot Engel (NY-16) announced that schools in the Bronx will receive over $216.5 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Education to ensure that children from low-income families meet the state’s academic standards. The funding was made available through Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. “Fewer investments yield a higher rate of return than education, but children from disadvantaged households often face obstacles which hamper their academic progress. Title I funding seeks to overcome those barriers.” “As a former school teacher, I know the value that this assistance will bring to our classrooms. Students across the Bronx will benefit from increased resources, and local schools will be able to better meet the needs of all their students, thanks to this funding.”

important step to benefit New York City students. We encourage all agencies, schools and elected officials to put children first in all their efforts.” PS 14 Principal Ira Schulman said, “Outdoor spaces are critical to the overall health and well-being of our students and at PS 14, we are committed to doing everything possible to support continuous access to playground space for the children of PS 14.” The original legislation was prompted by a 2003 report by then Assemblyman Jeffrey Klein. This report revealed that the city was lacking in adequate playground space, that City officials must oversee play yards where temporary classrooms units are placed and that lack of adequate playground space negatively impacts children’s health.

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Spots still available for 2014-15 The Riverdale YM-YWHA Early Childhood Center is a learning community. Our children thrive in an environment that fosters friendship, curiosity, self-esteem and joy. Our program emphasizes social and intellectual development for 2-, 3-, and 4-year-olds through exploration, experimentation and play. We are a diverse and welcoming community. Through music and special activities we celebrate Shabbat ans Jewish culture. We also offer Universal Pre-Kindergarten to eligible NYC students. to learn more about the Center and schedule a tour, contact Devorah Kessler: dkessler@riverdaley.org 718.548.8200 x220

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The Riverdale Y! Sunday Market is pleased to welcome our newest local vendor to the market family, Over the River Cookies from Palisades, NY. About Over the River Cookies At Over the River we’re baking cookies. It’s not rocket science and we’re not saving the world, but we take our cookies seriously! Homemade cookies, with all natural, good quality ingredients, just like grandma used to make-and they must taste pretty good because our friends keep coming back for more. About us-we met in high school, and have stayed in touch off and on through years of raising children and getting older and wiser. Back in high school together there were good times, some great music, and some pretty funny (looking) clothing, but mostly my memories of the 1970s were not nearly so picturesque as they make it look on TV and in the movies. Go figure. Basically, we were teenagers, trying to have a good

time and trying to ignore how awkward we felt while we were doing it. Its amazing that we have reunited to become cookie baking mavens, but here we are! Our kids mostly grown up and we have some time to travel over the mighty Hudson River to visit each other and try out new recipes. We hope you enjoy the results. Over the River Cookies joins a growing number of vendors in the Annual Riverdale Y! Sunday Market: Bread Alone: Organic, Kosher, Artisan Breads, Pastries, and Pies The Cheese Guy/Old World Marketplace: Kosher Artisan Cheeses. Dines Farms: Pasture-raised meats Doc Pickle: Certified Kosher pickles, sauerkraut, olives, and more Migliorelli Farm, LLC: Produce from Dutchess County Orchards of Concklin: Farm produce, cider, eggs, baked goods and quiches Playful Event: Whimsical hand-crafted jewelry and other great finds Ronnybrook Dairy: Certified Kosher Dairy Products

Summer Swim Academy opens at Riverdale Y

The Riverdale Y!’s Aquatics Department is pleased to announce the reopening of its Summer Swim Academy - a fully comprehensive schedule of classes for every age (toddlers to adults) and every level. We

are excited to announce a new swim team level clinic series for swimmers ages 6-17. Swim Team-Level Clinics 1. Freestyle clinic ... (June 30 - July 9) 6:30pm - 7:45pm 2. Breaststroke clinic ... ( July 14 - July 23) 6:30pm - 7:45pm 3. Backstroke Clinic ... (July 28 - August 6) 6:30pm - 7:45pm 4. Butterfly Clinic ... (August 11 - August 20) 6:30pm - 7:45pm Swim assessment tests may be scheduled for those unsure of their swim level by contacting Felicha Bennett at fbennett@ riverdaley.org For a full list of classes offered by age group, go to riverdaley.org/swim Riverdale Y! Summer Swim ACADEMY will be held at The Riverdale YM-YWHA Pool, 5625 Arlington Avenue, Bronx, NY 10471 starting Sunday, June 29th The Riverdale Y! Pool is a heated 25yard, 4-lane salt synergy pool. We use salt to produce naturally forming chlorine along with UV filters which sanitize and disinfect the water. The result is a pleasant, odor-free, itch-free swim experience for your skin and for your senses. If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Felicha Bennett, Aquatics Director at 718.548.8200 x239 or fbennett@riverdaley.org

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The Riverdale Y! Sunday Market is growing

Wright’s Farm: Sustainable produce and baked goods Riverdale Y! Sunday Market is held at MS/HS 141, at Independence Avenue and W 237 St., Bronx, NY every Sunday from April to November 16th, 9:00 AM to 2:00 pm The Riverdale Y Sunday Market provides fresh, high-quality food grown or produced locally to within 100 miles. This family-friendly seasonal market is a community building gathering place for shopping and socializing, providing activities for children (and their parents) as well as music and fun! The market also fosters a direct connection between local shoppers and the small-scale farmers and food producers who the market champions. The market works to support sustainable agricultural practices. For information on how to become a vendor contact Charles Buckley, Sunday Market Manager at cbuckley@riverdaley.org

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Guest Editorial:

Maintain Standards at Specialized Schools Statement of the Parents Association of the Bronx High School of Science The Parents’ Association of the Bronx High School of Science opposes S 7738 Felder that proposes changing the mandated admissions process of the specialized high schools in the City of New York. We stand for an admissions process that is a pure meritocracy, with one standard that is transparent and incorruptible. The suggested changes to the admissions process do nothing to address the root cause of inequity in elementary and middle school education. Further, the proposed new admissions criteria are deeply flawed. Disparities in academic outcomes start very early on. Using multiple criteria such as a student’s GPA assumes that all middle schools are equal. By the Department of Education’s own school grading system, this is clearly not the case. The Schools are not equal and therefore, GPAs cannot be compared fairly. Considering GPAs at the same time as the common core curriculum is introduced will further divide and expose disparities in populations.  Bronx Science has for over seventy-five years been a home for gifted and hard working students of all backgrounds to attain the American Dream. With a population that is a wonderfully diverse as New York City itself, Bronx Science is a home for students across racial, ethnic and socioeconomic groups. Bronx Science (and its fellow schools Stuyvesant and Brooklyn Tech) has a long history of serving immigrant and economically disadvantaged communities The current admissions process is color blind and immune from corruption and politics. Nearly half of the student body at Bronx are eligible for free or reduced lunch, a metric that captures families that live near or below the poverty line in New York City. More than half of families currently at Bronx Science do not speak English in the home at all, including 568 students who are immigrants themselves. Our students and their families make tremendous sacrifices to attend Bronx Science, most of whom travel more than an hour each way to get to school.  As parents, we believe strongly in exceptional education for all of our children. The SHSAT is not the cause of the problem, but rather a symptom of an unacceptably flawed and inequitable elementary and middle school education system. We agree that the underrepresentation of the African American and Latino populations needs urgent attention. We believe the following proposals would help address the root causes of underrepresentation of African American and Latino students in the specialized schools while maintaining the incorruptible method now in place. Dramatically improve middle and elementary school education for all. This is the number one cause of this issue and must be immediately addressed by the Department of Education. Every child, regardless of ethnicity, deserves an education of equal quality that will inspire each to reach his or her potential. Offer the SHSAT to all 8th graders during the school day and eliminate the current process where students have to register for the exam on a Saturday. Provide access to free tutoring and test prep programs for any interested student to hone their skills and confidence in taking the exam.  The specialized high schools are the jewels in the crown of our education system. With a myriad of problems facing our public schools today, focusing on schools that are thriving fails to address the root causes of educational inequity. In 1971 our wise state legislators realized that the admissions process for the Specialized High Schools needed to be protected by law from the tides of politics, pandering, and poor planning, passing the Hecht-Calandra Act. Changing a meritocracy and already fair admissions procedure deflects from real failure to fairly educate every student equally and only further hurts all of our children.

How to Lose an Election, Twice

To The Editor: In your June 19th Opinions column “How to Lose an Election, Twice”, you assert that Community Board 8’s outgoing Vice Chair, Maria Khoury was a “double loser” by reason of her election defeat and her subsequent

“unfounded charges of racism and discrimination”. The true quality of a candidate is most readily evident when he or she loses. Judging from Ms. Khoury’s patently racist and inflammatory assertions, she is not the type of individual who should have been elected.

Our residents, regardless of neighborhood, need fair-minded, honest representation on our Community Board. Fortunately, the winner, Dan Padernacht, won the election twice, both vote-wise and in terms of integrity. Nat Solomon

BCA launches book of BRIO winner

residents, as well as books about the Bronx itself.’ In Visible Movement: Nuyorican Poetry from the Sixties to Slam (University of Iowa Press, 2014) is a critical analysis of the development of the Nuyorican poetry movement, from its mid-20th-century barrio roots to the contemporary global stage. 2011 BCA BRIO (Bronx Recognizes Its Own) winner and Bronx resident Urayoán Noel is a poet, performer, scholar, translator and Assistant Professor of English and Spanish at NYU. The Bronx Writers Center supports and develops the appetite for writing and reading in the Bronx and searches for and promotes new community voices and audiences via literary and literacy programs. The Bronx Council on the Arts is a private, non-profit membership organization that is the official cultural agency of Bronx County for more than 50 years. Recognized nationally as a leading arts

service organization in providing cultural services and arts programs, BCA serves a multicultural constituency of almost 1.4 million residents. BCA provides an array of services to 5,000 artists and more than 250 arts and community-based organizations.

The Bronx Council on the Arts’ (BCA) Bronx Writers Center will present a book signing and reading by Bronx poet and scholar Urayoán Noel at BCA’s future headquarters at 2700 East Tremont Avenue (corner of St. Raymond Avenue) on Saturday, July 5, 2014, from 4:00-6:00pm. Noel will speak about his newest book, In Visible Movement: Nuyorican Poetry from the Sixties to Slam, followed by a Q&A discussion. Admission is free and all are welcome. Books will be available for purchase. Charlie Vasquez, Director of the Bronx Writers Center says ‘We are honored to host Mr. Noel’s first NYC book release event for this groundbreaking study. We will have more events as such in the future, as part of our book presentation series designed to spotlight books being published by Bronx natives and

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Israel Bonds Honors Congressman Engel

Israel Bonds honored Congressman Eliot Engel, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, for his continued support for Israel at their 2014 Ambassador’s Gala. “When Americans purchase Israel Bonds, we send a clear and unmistakable message to Israel’s foes: America stands with Israel. As the Ranking Member and a Member of Congress, Israel’s security has always been a key priority of mine, and we must continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with the Jewish state, which is the only democracy in the Middle East. I am honored to have received this award and I look forward to further strengthening the United States-Israel relationship.”

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NATURE WALK 2 p.m. Marshlands Conservancy Route 35 Reptile and Amphibian Seekout. Children of all ages and adults can have fun searching for these creatures, especially the ones that are slimey and scaley! For info, call 914-835-4466

Sunday, June 29 Somers

FARMERS MARKET 10 a.m. Muscoot Farm Route 100 More than 25 local vendors offer the best seasonal produce, fruits, meats, poultry, food products and more every Sunday through the end of October. Go to muscootfarm.org for vendors. For info, call 914-864-7282.

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Saturday, June 28

9:30 p.m. Playland Park Playland Parkway A special salute to Independence Day with spectacular fireworks accompanied by patriotic music. For more information, call 914-813-7010.

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HOLIDAY FIREWORKS SHOW 9:30 p.m. Playland Park Playland Parkway A special salute to Independence Day with spectacular fireworks accompanied by patriotic music. For more information, call 914-813-7010.

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JEWELS OF THE AIR 10 a.m. Muscoot Farm Route 100 Join Audubon naturalist Tait Johansson as he searches Muscoot’s fields and pond for the jewels of the air -- dragonflies! Meet at the Reception Center. For more info, call 914-864-7282.

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TEACHING TRAILS 11:30 a.m. Greenburgh Nature Center 99 Dromore Road Guided Trail Experience through the woodland forest. Discover who left that track, which tree makes the best animal home, or which mushrooms make the best dinner. Program runs approximately 45 minutes. FREE! For info. call 914-723-3470.

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STORY WALK 1 p.m. Greenburgh Nature Center 99 Dromore Road Guided Trail Experience through the woodland forest. Discover who left that track, which tree makes the best animal home, or which mushrooms make the best dinner. Program runs approximately 45 minutes. FREE! For info, call 914-723-3470.

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SCAVENGER HUNT 2 p.m. Marshlands Conservancy Route 1 Have fun searching the preserve for clues in nature. For more information, call 914-835-4466.

Tuesday, July 1 Yonkers

SUMMER READING 12 p.m. Riverfront Library One Larkin Center A special performance by Dr. Gravity, who will amaze the audience with “science magic”. The children will earn reading incentives for the books they read. Children in pre-school to first grade may include books that have been read to them. For more information, call 914-337-1500 ext. 428.

Wednesday, July 2 Somers

MUSCOOT OPEN LATE 10 a.m. Muscoot Farm Route 100 Enjoy a late afternoon visit to the farm as Muscoot extends its hours on Wednesdays during July and August. For more information, call 914-864-7282.

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IRISH HERITAGE FESTIVAL 12 p.m. Ridge Road Park Ridge Road Music, dance, food and vendors saluting the Irish culture. Bring blankets and chairs for seating. For info, call 914-864-PARK.

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FIREWORKS SHOW 9:15 p.m. Playland Park Playland Parkway Watch great fireworks displays every Wednesday and Friday night during July and August. For more info, call 914-813-7010.

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MUSIC FEST & FIREWORKS 5 p.m. Kensico Dam Plaza 1 Bronx River Parkway Enjoy entertainment, patriotic music and spectacular fireworks. Free admission and parking. Car pooling strongly suggested. For more information, call 914-328-1542.

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