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Local pol’s new initiative aims to level the playing field for North Brooklyn’s high-need schools with $4M investment

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Oct. 29, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen Some public schools in Brooklyn’s wealthiest neighborhoods have everything they need — up-to-date technology, modern infrastructure, extra help for students struggling academically, and thriving parent associations.  But many are struggling. The borough has a stark wealth gap, and while all schools are funded by the Department of Education,…

Bed-Stuy school to be renamed after slain police officer Detective Rafael Ramos

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Aug. 19, 2024 By Natalie Dahan A Bed-Stuy elementary school school will be re-named to honor slain NYPD officer Detective Rafael Ramos, who was shot and killed in the neighborhood in 2014.  The school, P.S. 54 on Sandord Street, will officially take Ramos’ name during a ceremony on Sept. 13, according to the Detective…