What will the future hold for some of the most controversial new developments in education policy? A number of issues are poised to shape K–12…
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IHS Music Eyes Drastic Curriculum Changes
The Band just can’t fit in the room, with its 114 players nearing the room’s maximum capacity under the fire code. There are literally 15…
Combined Class Suffers at Hands of AP Class
Ms. Lauren Mellander, an English teacher at IHS, has crafted and taught one of the most highly demanded and richly interdisciplinary classes offered at IHS.…
More Gear for the School Year
Employed throughout hallways, 20 new cameras watch students enter and leave bathrooms, walk through nearly every hallway at IHS, and relax in H-Courtyard.
Teachers and BoE Approve New Contract
The contract was approved by 74 percent of voters in the ITA, then the BoE voted to ratify the new contract March 8.
Cold Temperatures Cause Building Damage
In four classrooms, the flooding during February break caused floor tiles made up of asbestos particulates to warp and crack.
On What I Learned from Applying to College
I thought I had months or years until I really needed to buckle down. It wasn’t until the summer after my junior year that the…
IHS Gets New Graduation Coach
In his 31 years at IHS, Mr. Jim Scarpulla has held a variety of positions devoted to aiding students in achieving successful transitions from high…
Teachers Want Higher Pay Amid Contract Negotiations
“Welcome to Ithaca High School, home of some of New York State’s lowest paid teachers.”
Teachers and Community Collaborate to Help Students Find Jobs
Far removed from most classrooms, in a quiet corner of D-building, a team of passionate teachers and members from the community helps a group of…
Controversial activists spoke to BJM third graders about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on September 18.
BoE Appoints Four New Admins
Superintendent Brown: “I feel like we’re at full strength, for the first time in a long time."
Ask the Admin: Luvelle Brown
Q: What will the technology initiative look like in 5 years? A: My vision in 5 years is that we won’t be having this conversation about technology.