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Charter schools cause dissent in Greenpoint and Williamsburg

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   Karen Sprowal got her son into a charter school because her district’s public schools were struggling. Her son, who has ADHD, was quickly singled out.  Within twelve days of him attending a Success Academy school, the administration realized he

Greenpoint: Transitioning

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Community members in Greenpoint band together to preserve culture and community