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Small town charm, big Long Island living.
Wantagh exudes a classic suburban charm with well-maintained homes and tree-lined streets. The community is family-oriented, with a strong emphasis on local schools and recreational activities. A sense of pride and neighborly connection is palpable throughout Wantagh.
City Snapshot
Population
18,613
County
Nassau County
Timezone
America/New_York
Median Income
$180,167
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This Week
Understanding the Adolescent Reader: What the Science of Reading Means for Secondary Classrooms 3-hour VIRTUAL Workshop facilitated by Nicole Moriarty, Ed.D.-8:30-11:30am
2026-08-24 at 8:30 AM
Count Team
2026-08-24 at 9:00 AM
Jones/Jordan Group
2026-08-24 at 6:00 PM
Building Thinking Classrooms in Mathematics (Gr 6-12) *for ADMIN* VIRTUAL 3-hour workshop facilitated by Stacey Mooney - 8:30-11:30am
2026-08-25 at 8:30 AM
Science of Reading Full Day Kickstart: Essential Literacy Foundations for a Strong Year *IN PERSON* facilitated by Lauren Kolbeck - 8:30-2:30pm
2026-08-25 at 8:30 AM
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