I had the privilege of meeting both Jay Karpin and his late wife, Florence - amazing people. Their daughter, Janis Broom, is a friend of mine, and I really enjoyed this article, as I had no idea of all Jay Karpin's accomplishments.
Thank you for sharing this amazing piece of history. To their daughters, Janis and Jen: You are both so blessed.
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Marlboro College and the University of Bridgeport have unveiled the two institutions' intent to merge, with the intent of creating an education experience that bridges the Connecticut university's professional programs with the Vermont college's self-directed liberal arts education. The two schools have announced that the next incarnation of Marlboro will be as the Marlboro College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Bridgeport. As part of what Marlboro President Kevin F.F. Quigley describes as a true and equal partnership,
Like most people, I don't know the details regarding the WSESD superintendent search beyond the fact the process has stalled. However, if Acting Superintendent Mark Speno applied for the job, I urge the board to jump at the chance to appoint him leader of our district. Because what I do know is that he is the finest school administrator I have ever witnessed. When you talk to Green Street School parents, students, or staff members, you will find people who...
Main Street Arts' 17th annual “holiday gift to the community” will take place on Dec. 19 and 20 when it performs Holidays at MSA in its new Heptebo Theater at 35 Main St. Among the performers will be songwriter Nick Kaiser; The Main Street Arts Children's Choir, led by Valerie Kosednar; the Adult Choir led by Eric Robinson; plus additional songs, dramatic readings, and a couple of surprises. All are invited. Admission is free although donations are gratefully accepted. According...
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