LETTER from DOUGLAS GEERTGENS Writer explains ‘what schools should teach’ In a previous essay, I asked; Why Do We Have Schools? Parents and other family members took on the major responsibility for teaching children whatever it was they thought they should know. As in much of the animal kingdom, the adults play a very important role in teaching their young what they need to know to survive. We are born and eventually we die. Those who best learn how to…
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In Memoriam Gretchen Morrison, 42 Teacher, lifelong Cooperstown resident COOPERSTOWN – Gretchen Morrison, a teacher and lifelong resident of the Cooperstown area, died unexpectedly June 11, 2021, at the age of 42. Gretchen is survived by her loving mother and stepdad, Sandra and William Stockdale, her siblings and their spouses, Gregory and Lisa Marie Morrison, Glenda and Matt Vatovec, and Glenn and Michelle Morrison. Gretchen is also survived by her beautiful children, whom she loved very dearly, Konrad, Violet, and…
As ‘Merger Mondays’ end, Tuesday decision looms for Schenevus, Worcester By KEVIN LIMITI • Special to www.AllOTSEGO.com The last of the Merger Mondays took place Monday, June 14, ahead of Tuesday’s board vote. The superintendents of Worcester and Schenevus central schools acknowledged the growing pains of a merger, but also argued its perceived importance to a group of about 15 attendees. Some of the guests included Assemblyman Brian Miller, and Jeff Bishop, communications director for state Sen. Peter Oberacker, R-Schenevus,…
Views from around New York State Schools should spend Federal money carefully From: The Adirondack Daily Enterprise It’s no surprise that all local school budgets were approved by voters Tuesday, May 18. Between additional state aid approved by the state Legislature and federal pandemic aid, most of the proposed budgets came with either no tax increase or a nominal increase in local property taxes. But local voters should make sure they are paying attention to how school districts are proposing…
LETTER from CORLISSA CARD Boys Message In Bottle: Let’s Think Differently To the Editor: I have always considered myself a logical thinker and have tried to teach my children to be realistic: Pay your bills on time, keep your things tidy, go to bed on time, eat healthy and above all show respect to others. I have been known to be a bit overbearing, and I am certain my husband and children can attest to that. When I was younger,…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for MONDAY, MAY 4 Children’s Education Advocacy EDUCATION ADVOCACY – 9 a.m. – 11 p.m. Learn to advocate for your child’s success in school in spite of disabilities or suspected disabilities with the Family Resource Network. 3 part series begins with talk on special education regulations. Registration required. Visit www.facebook.com/FamilyRN/ for info.…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for THURSDAY, JANUARY 17 Renewable Energy & Economic Development Panel Discussion ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT – 7 – 9 p.m. Join panel to discuss Economic development, renewable energy possibilities, existing conservation/renewable energy programs, more with Karl Seeley professor of economics at Hartwick, Dan Butterman candidate for NYS Assembly district 121, Leslie Orzetti executive director Otsego County Conservation Association. Followed by Q&A session. Elm Park Methodist Church, 401 Chestnut St., Oneonta. Visit www.facebook.com/Concerned-Citizens-of-Oneonta-196346611258936/…
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HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for TUESDAY, FEB.20 Brown V Board DINNER DISCUSSION – 5 – 7 p.m. “60 Years After Brown V. Board: African American’s In Education.” Reservations required. Chesebro Room, Dewar Union, Hartwick College, Oneonta. Call 607-431-4428 or visit www.hartwick.edu/news/hartwick-celebrate-african-american-history-month/ PRESIDENTIAL PORTRAITS – 11 a.m. Learn more about the artists who painted George Washington, Gilbert Stuart. Learn about the portrait in the museum, how it was painted, make your own version. Arkell Museum, 2 Erie Blvd., Canajoharie. Call 518-673-2314 or visit www.arkellmuseum.org/events-calendar…
HAPPENIN’ OTSEGO for FRIDAY, APRIL 28 Rebuilding Schools ‘LOST BOYS’ LECTURE – 5 p.m. Cousins Sebastian Maroundit and Mathon Noi present “Building Minds in South Sudan” discussing their efforts to rebuild schools in their homeland. Celebration Room, Shineman Chapel House, Hartwick College, Oneonta. Info, Dr. Elizabeth Bloom @ (607)431-4945 or email bloome@hartwick.edu or visit www.hartwick.edu/news/hartwick-host-lecture-sudanese-lost-boys/ ART & POETRY CONTEST – 6-9 p.m. This years theme is Blue Skies, Smilin’ At Me: Exploring the Beauty of living a life free of…
