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Video Shows Boys Lighting School Bus on Fire in Crown Heights Arson

Over the last few days the Crown Heights section of Brooklyn has closely watched the investigation of a Jewish school bus fire that was reported on Sunday evening.
Building Resilience in Children and Teens: The Downside of Criticism

Building Resilience in Children and Teens: The Downside of Criticism

For this pearl, I'm quoting directly from the book Building Resilience in Children and Teens: Giving Kids Roots and Wings , albeit in excerpts. The chapter on criticism is as amazing as the rest of the book has been.

Everyday People

Everyday People is a rite of passage for anyone with discerning ears in New York City.
"Bike the Branches" Brings Bicyclists to Brooklyn Library System

"Bike the Branches" Brings Bicyclists to Brooklyn Library System

In what can easily be described as a unique cycling tour, Bike the Branches has invited over a thousand local bike enthusiasts on a tour that hits all 61 of Brooklyn's Public Library offerings.

Lisa Simone / Screening: What Happened Miss Simone

On June 28th from 7:00 to 10:00 PM, join Lisa Simone for a free screening of the documentary What Happened Miss Simone at Herbert Von King Park - 670 Lafayette Ave , Brooklyn Lisa Simone Kelly, better known as Simone and Lisa Simone on Broadway and i

Knife-wielding Man in Brooklyn Shot and Wounded by NYPD

On Sunday May 8th a Brooklyn man by the name of Simon Zemshman was engaged in a short stand off with the New York Police Department as he reportedly lunged at officers with a replica dagger.

School Nurses, Safety Agents, Custodians and Other Educational Leaders Honored at Local Awards Breakfast

More than 200 community members came together on Friday for the 5 th Annual Educational Leadership Award Breakfast.

Former New York City Schools Chancellor Creates Program to Better Prepare Students

Forward thinking educators often find the opportunity for advancement in their careers, especially if they offer more dynamic solutions to issues that plague the education system.

Brooklyn Construction Company Cracks Down on Catcalling Workers With New System

In a digital age where women often resort to camera phones in order to capture proof of street harassment, one Brooklyn construction company is taking steps to create another level of accountability.
Building Resilience in Children and Teens: The Seven Crucial C's of Resilience

Building Resilience in Children and Teens: The Seven Crucial C's of Resilience

Another pearl from this amazing book that I am currently reading -- Building Resilience in Children and Teens: Giving Kids Roots and Wings . As I come across amazing tidbits, I am passing them along through my blog -- sort of like an e-book club.