Storm Team 4 Meteorologist, Matt Brickman, met with 2nd and 3rd graders at John W. Lavelle Preparatory Charter School in Staten Island. The students learned about how they can help the planet and about the upcoming hurricane season.
Parents accustomed to a mid-to-late summer release of the New York City public schools' calendar for the upcoming year rejoice! It's already out -- and kids are still in school.
The Department of Education released the schedule for the upcoming year on Friday.
Day 1 is Sept. 7, Thursday. And yes, there are a number of "breaks." Get your vacation planning in early.
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