Education
The Rochester Education Foundation (REF) has received a $10,000 donation from Advantage Federal Credit Union to support its student-focused programs. REF offers initiatives such as the Smile program, which funds parent-teacher organizations, and the College Access and Success program, which helps high school students navigate the college application process. The donation will enable REF to […]
As students head back to school, it’s the perfect time to explore literature that educates, inspires, and empowers. For Black college students, these 10 essential books offer insight into the Black experience, history, and personal growth: 1. “The Souls of Black Folk” by W.E.B. Du Bois A foundational text on race, exploring the challenges of […]
Dolly Parton, inspired by her father’s struggle with illiteracy, has dedicated nearly three decades to improving literacy through her Imagination Library program. This initiative mails free books to children under 5 across 21 states, including Missouri and Kentucky, where it has expanded statewide. Parton celebrated this achievement with visits to both states, sharing the story […]
Rochester marked the start of Black Breastfeeding Week with a Sunday celebration organized by the Healthy Baby Network. This national initiative, running through August 31, addresses the disparities Black families face in infant and maternal health, particularly through breastfeeding. Black babies have the lowest breastfeeding rates in the U.S., a situation linked to a painful […]
The Al Sigl community of agencies in Rochester, New York, has launched a new ‘Live-ability’ lab dedicated to student-driven projects aimed at addressing real-world accessibility challenges. This initiative, in partnership with RIT, allows students to develop, test, and refine prototypes with the goal of creating practical solutions for individuals with special needs. The lab also […]
On August 24th @10 AM, located at 485 N Clinton Ave Rochester, NY 14605. There will be an exciting event for grades k-12. Enjoy discounted hairstyles, haircuts, nails and lashes. Plus, receive a book bag filled with essential school supplies! There will also be amazing food and fun games for everyone. Don’t miss out on […]
The Rochester City School District is holding a recruitment event on Wednesday and over the next several weeks to fill open positions. The “Get on the Bus” recruitment event will take place on Wednesday at Padilla High School at the Franklin Campus on 950 Norton Street. It runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The […]
Applications are now open for the New York State Police entrance exam, part of a $66 million initiative announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul to increase the number of troopers and enhance public safety, particularly in tracking illegal guns. The recruitment drive includes more training academy classes, with testing starting on August 15. Applicants must be […]
In partnership with Next Gen Personal Finance, California Governor Gavin Newsom announced a new course requirement starting with the 2031 graduating class. Beginning in 2027, California is requiring all high schools to offer a one-semester-long financial literacy course as an elective. This makes California the 26th state in the country to add financial literacy as […]
The third annual “Diamonds in the Rough Fashion Show,” hosted by Miss Julie’s School of Beauty in Rochester, N.Y., took place on Saturday to benefit victims of human trafficking. Founded by Julie Chapus, known as Miss Julie, the school is a non-profit, therapeutic cosmetology institution dedicated to providing vocational training to human trafficking survivors and […]