On November 5th, our 8th Educational Forum took place at Fordham University. Esteemed panelists included UFT Vice President, Ms, Karen Alford, CUNY Professor, David Bloomfield, CSA President, Mr. Mark Cannizzaro, SUNY Stony Brook Associate Dean, Dr. Craig Markson, Fordham University Professor, Nicholas Tampio and Moderator, Dr. John Jangl (NYAPE President Emeritus), each lending unique expertise on the topic, “The Effects of Opt Outs.”

Dr. Jangl and co-chairman Robert G. Spata (President Emeritus) gratefully shared in the many praises and positive comments offered by attendees. Our President, Dr. Giovanna DeLucchi joins them as we salute and thank the following Forum Committee members:

• Susan Barnes
• Louis Pavone
• David Bloomfield, J.D.
• Carol Russo
• Catalina Castillo, Ed.D.
• Rosemarie Sinclair
• Stacey Clement-Harris

We also thank President-Elect, Dr. Anthony Cavanna who along with fellow Dean Dr. Virginia Roach secured the Forum venue. And, we thank John Falco, President of Educators for Student Success Association for providing the Forum reception refreshments.