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SCHOOL STARTS SOON! Classes Begin Tuesday, September 6 _____________ Board of Education Meeting Tuesday, September 6 7 p.m. Peekskill Administration Building |
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Students Sing to Welcome Back Teachers
Board President and Superintendent Extend Positive Messages
 At the opening day convocation on September 1 for all District personnel, the Peekskill Middle School auditorium rang with the musical contributions of music teacher Lawrence DelCasale and talented students, shown above: senior Darrel Kidd, sixth grader Miles Harvey, junior Raja Redd, and sophomore Afua Yeboah.
Board president Joseph Urbanowicz, shown at left, welcomed teachers and staff and Board colleague Marcela Bobe, and reminded everyone that "It's all about the kids," and that the Board, faculty, and staff are partners in the educational endeavor.
Superintendent Jim Willis added his welcome and described his hopes for a strong year ahead, with a renewed emphasis on literacy. He spoke of the importance of family, both at home and at school. He talked about the challenges of budgets and accountability and encouraged everyone to meet what lies ahead with a positive spirit, and with creativity and "outside the box" thinking. He concluded by saying: "On behalf of the students, we all thank you for the wonderful work you do and your outstanding dedication to the district and its children. Have a great and successsful year." |
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Letter from the Superintendent:
A New School Year Begins
Dear Friends,
As the 2011-2012 gets ready to officially begin for students on Tuesday, September 6, teachers and staff have been very busy getting ready for an exciting year of teaching and learning. I am sure this will be a memorable and enjoyable experience for all.
Peekskill High School guidance staff and Principal Sherrill Lazarus welcomed the new ninth grade class to an orientation on August 29, and Peekskill Middle School Principal David Fine and his faculty welcomed the new sixth grade class to two days of orientation. New teachers received orientation and training, and our sports teams are busy at practice. All our teachers and staff reported for duty on September 1, and our buildings are full of the bustle of preparation. Our maintenance staff has worked very hard over the summer, and our buildings reflect that effort. As I reminded faculty and staff-our educational team - it is always about the students, our children in this district.
Please be sure to visit our Web site at www.peekskillcsd.org for updates and events, and be sure to get involved soon. We wish all Peekskill students and families the very best start to the new school year.
Sincerely yours,
Jim Willis, Superintendent |
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"Like" our page on Facebook; we're Peekskill City School District.
And follow us on Twitter; we're @peekskillcsd.
We want to communicate with you and everyone who is interested in Peekskill City Schools; your feedback on any channel is welcome! |
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Support Peekskill Sports!
Follow this link to the monthly calendar of all Peekskill sporting events:
Peekskill coaches and teams have been working hard this summer; come out to a game and cheer them on.
And, it's not too late to attend the
Peekskill Athletic Hall of Fame dinner
on September 9 at Cortlandt Colonial.
Call 914-737-3300, x316; or email
lpanzanaro@peekskillcsd.org
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Volunteers Welcome!
Be a part of the future of the Peekskill City School District by volunteering on a committee. Share your voice and ideas, work with friends, neighbors, and Board members, and make the Peekskill city School District the best it can be. Volunteers are needed for committees on financial planning, facilities, and communications. Please email Ms. Debra McLeod at dmcleod@peekskillcsd.org, or call her at 914-737-3300 x342.
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District Calendar is Coming
 Our District Calendar is at the printers and due to be mailed early next week. A copy is posted on the Peekskill District Web site, so be sure to check there for dates and times. From the District Web site, www.peekskillcsd.org, you can follow the links to all Peekskill schools. |
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Help Shape Your Community:
Take the City of Peekskill Survey
The City of Peekskill is conducting a community-wide retail survey, and everyone who lives, works or shops in the Peekskill area is encouraged to participate. The survey will be used to identify the types of businesses that will enhance Peekskill's downtown commercial district. The survey is available online at www.PeekskillSurvey.com and www.EncuestaPeekskill.com and it is completely anonymous. Please log on and take the survey today!
The Downtown Retail Recruitment Strategy is expected to be available by year-end. Public presentations will be conducted at various stages throughout the process. We encourage everyone to participate. Let your voice be heard!
Thank you for participating.
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Learning is a treasure that will follow
its owner everywhere.
Chinese Proverb
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We want to hear from you.
Please contact Superintendent Jim Willis by calling 914-737-3300 x342, or email eNews@peekskillcsd.org
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Peekskill CSD Communications
Peekskill City School District |
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