Daily Archives: April 16, 2010

Statement from Borough President Diaz re: Announced Closure of DOE Teacher Reassignment Centers

“I welcome the announcement of the closure of all teacher reassignment centers by the end of this year. Historically these centers have been symbols of dysfunction and waste that have cost the city millions of dollars and have denied teachers accused of wrongdoing a prompt review of their cases. I look forward to a fairer…

Statement from Borough President Diaz re: National Days of Remembrance

“This week, I join Holocaust survivors and their families in commemorating the National Days of Remembrance. Over the years, countless Holocaust survivors have called The Bronx home. I urge all Bronxites to remember the Holocaust and honor the survivors by learning about their experiences as well as the experiences of those who perished during the…