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PARP- Parents as Reading Partners

Senator James H. Donovan served as chairman of the US Senate Education Committee for 14 years, before he passed away in 1991. As part of his role, he instituted a program called Parents as Reading Partners, or PARP, to encourage … Continue reading

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The Lasting Contributions of Senator James Donovan

When Senator James Donovan passed away in 1991, all of New York State mourned the “tremendous loss.” As he had hoped during his lifetime, Donovan left a significant impression on the state’s education. Ralph J. Marino said: “Jim Donovan’s most … Continue reading

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Remembering Senator james Donovan

Having served as chairman of the US Senate Education Committee for 14 years, Senator James Donovan’s other roles are often forgotten. In fact, he also served as the chairman for the Committee on Roads and Public Works, the Committee of … Continue reading

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PARP: Reading with Your Child

Senator James Donovan, who served as chairman of the Senate Education Committee of New York, worked to incorporate reading skills in children of all ages. As a means to achieve this goal, he developed a program called Parents as Reading … Continue reading

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Senator James Donovan and New York State

Senator James H. Donovan is known for his numerous contributions to the State of New York. He served for fourteen years as the chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee, as well as chairman for the Committee on Roads and Public … Continue reading

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Technology and School Curriculums: Senator James Donovan

During his time as chairman of the Senate Education Committee, James H. Donovan recognized the importance of technology in a school curriculum. He worked to incorporate such skills into school studies, and created programs including: “Writing to Write,” Technologies Network … Continue reading

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Senator James Donovan and His Contributions to New York

Throughout his life, Senator James H. Donovan worked to improve education for children and teens. He also aimed to reduce teenage pregnancy. When he passed away in 1990, his death was described as a “tremendous loss” by Ralph J. Marino, … Continue reading

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In Honor of Senator James Donovan

Senator James H. Donovan served as chairman of the U.S. Senate Education Committee for 14 years. He also filled the role of chairman for the Committee on Roads and Public Works, the Committee of Mental Hygiene and Addiction Control, as … Continue reading

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James H. Donovan’s Contribution to Education

It was clear that during his lifetime, Senator James H. Donovan made a substantial contribution in the field of education.  At the time of his passing more than 11 years ago, senate majority leader Ralph J. Marino said, “Jim Donovan’s … Continue reading

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Senator James Donovan

Senator James H. Donovan was known as a “man of the people,” having served as chairman of the Senate Education Committee of New York for fourteen years. His death was described as a “tremendous loss,” and the governor of New … Continue reading

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