Today's 5: School Budget, New Leadership

Two big stories involving the Plainview schools broke last night. We'll have lots of school stories in the next few days and want your thoughts on the issues.

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On Tuesday:

1. Two broke at Monday night's Board of Education meeting. See our breaking story by clicking the link. We'll have follow-ups today and tomorrow.

2. We'll have the latest "Academic Honors" report today at 10 a.m. See if your kid or buddy made the list.

3. We've got fresh photos from Sunday's 10 K Race through Plainview. We'd like you to add your favorite race photos to our gallery.

4. , the innovative Reform synagogue in Old Bethpage, is hosting an open house tonight at 7 p.m. It's a great chance to see what's going on and meet members of the congregation.

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