Since CFES Brilliant Pathways was founded in 1991, rural America has experienced declines in population and jobs as well as lower aspirations among youth. On Saturday, July 13, CFES reinforced its commitment to rebuild rural America by raising over $450,000 to help students … [Read more...] about CFES Brilliant Pathways Raises Over $450,000 at Summer Gala to Support Rural Schools in New York and Vermont
George Pataki
The Patakis: Getting to Know Your Neighbors Series Continues at the Library
Our series, Getting to Know Your Neighbors, continues on Thursday, July 19, at 7:00 p.m. with Libby and George Pataki. Libby grew up on a farm in France; George grew up on a farm in the Hudson Valley. George's political career began when he was elected Mayor of Peekskill and led … [Read more...] about The Patakis: Getting to Know Your Neighbors Series Continues at the Library
Getting to Know Your Neighbors Series Begins in May
Mark your calendars! The Belden Noble Memorial Library's new series, Getting to Know Your Neighbors, begins soon. From May through December, you will have opportunities to meet and get to know several of your neighbors at the library. Some are well known beyond Essex, others … [Read more...] about Getting to Know Your Neighbors Series Begins in May
GE-Published Report Identifies Steps to Close Skills Gap for Low-Income Students
Today, the GE Foundation released a solutions-driven white paper, titled "The Skills Gap and the New Economy: Implications for Low-Income Students," that outlines strategic steps needed to help low-income students succeed in college and career. According to the white paper, … [Read more...] about GE-Published Report Identifies Steps to Close Skills Gap for Low-Income Students
Former NY Governor George Pataki to Keynote The Skills Gap and The New Economy Global Summit in Essex NY (Portions to be Live Streamed)
Former three-term New York Governor George Pataki will keynote a global summit in Essex, New York that will convene leaders in education, corporate, and philanthropy sectors from the United States, Ireland, England, and Finland on April 21 and 22. The summit will address the … [Read more...] about Former NY Governor George Pataki to Keynote The Skills Gap and The New Economy Global Summit in Essex NY (Portions to be Live Streamed)