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Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Science
- Yahoo
Rochester teacher in quarter finals for ‘America's Favorite Teacher'
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — A teacher from the School of the Arts is in the quarter-finals for the 'America's Favorite Teacher' contest. Rob Arrendell, a science teacher for SOTA, became a quarter-finalist for the national competition. According to the bio on the contest's website, he wrote, 'Teaching allows me to use a subject area to positively affect lives. A mission for helping youth mature and grow in their gifts and dreams.' If he wins, famed scientist Bill Nye will hold an assembly at the school. Arrendell would also win $25,000, be featured in Reader's Digest, and get a trip to Hawaii. The Rochester City School District community can vote for Arrendell to win by clicking here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
First Myanmar Cafe opens in the heart of town
Located in the School of the Arts (SOTA), Avenue'J is a newly opened cafe serving up authentic Burmese cuisine. Avenue'J is a homegrown brand from Myanmar, with 2 outlets in Sanchaung Township, Yangon. In fact, this is the first outlet they have opened overseas! Unlike other Burmese food establishments in Singapore, Avenue'J has a warm, minimalistic aesthetic, blending modern and traditional elements seamlessly. You can start your meal with the Lahpet Thoke (S$10), a Burmese tea leaf salad with contrasting textures and bold flavours that make for a unique and refreshing dish. Nan Gyi Thoke (S$12) (above, left) and Mohinga (S$15) (above, right) are dishes I've seen many customers ordering. Nan Gyi Thoke is a thick rice noodle dish tossed in a fragrant curry sauce, while the Mohinga, Myanmar's national dish, is an aromatic fish noodle soup. For a cafe that focuses on Burmese cuisine, it is surprising to see quite a number of customers raving about their Brownie (S$5) too! One netizen even mentioned that it is 'one of the best I have had in Singapore'. Don't forget their interesting drinks menu. They have a Burmese Ceylon Tea (S$6) which seems to be what most customers are ordering. This cafe also serves up specialty coffee using their own blend of coffee beans from Myanmar, for those who simply want a midday pick-me-up. The menu at Avenue'J is broad and they have so much to offer—rice, curry, pastries and other homemade dishes. So, if you are ever in town looking for a good study or hangout spot with something different, Avenue'J is the place to go! In light of the recent earthquake in Myanmar, Avenue'J is also raising awareness and donating to relief efforts, and encouraging others to do the same. You can help out simply by visiting Avenue'J today. Order now: foodpanda Mother's House Myanmar Cuisine: Authentic Burmese perfect for a first try The post First Myanmar Cafe opens in the heart of town appeared first on
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Yahoo
Mom of SOTA student turns tragedy into determination to spread awareness
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — It's been more than two weeks since a 15-year-old School of the Arts student fell off the school's roof and ultimately died from her injuries. Tuesday, News 8 learned the incident was self-inflicted. The student's death has led to mental health forums in her honor hoping to spread a message of kindness and create safe spaces for youth to talk about their mental health struggles. The mother of teen spoke with News 8 Tuesday who shares the same sentiment. SOTA student dies after mental health crisis, support available to students 'There is still that feeling of it being so surreal,' Andrea Lincoln told News 8 Tuesday. 'I think the biggest thing that is going to be hard is accepting a new normal without her here. That's going to be the hardest part.' Andrea Lincoln said her daughter Katelyn was passionate about so many things. 'Designing outfits and stuff, she had to look perfect before she left the house,' Lincoln said. 'She always stole a bunch of my clothing.' That passion — also came with some challenges. Lincoln said Katelyn, a transgender teen struggled with depression and eating disorders while also dealing with bullying. 'She had bullying and harassment both in school and online sometimes,' Lincoln said. 'She would sometimes be reluctant to talk about it and even going to a great school like SOTA. There are still unfortunately anti-trans sentiments around the school that [staff] was not able to keep on top of. That's unfortunately the world we currently live in.' In March, first responders were called to School of the Arts after Katelyn jumped off the top of the building. She was taken to the hospital, where she later died from her injuries. 'Knowing that other people have experienced this as well and the moments after it happened is just… I'm just so thankful for everyone who did what they could to try and help in that situation,' Lincoln said. As Lincoln and the rest of Katelyn's family continue to grieve this unexpected loss. They say they will honor her strength and authenticity and are hoping to spread a message along the way. 'I think it's very important to take the energy of a situation and synthesize it into something good to give back to the children and the youth in our community,' Lincoln said. 'It's important to fight against that by being kind and finding it within ourselves to accept people for who they are with open arms.' The City of Rochester alongside the Rochester City School District will host a Youth Forum this Saturday at School of the Arts that starts at 11 a.m. There will also be a candlelight vigil on Sunday in Katelyn's honor which Andrea said will be a safe space for all. We have more information here. As always, if you or someone you know or love are experiencing a mental health crisis, free 24/7 help is available by calling the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
