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North High School Field Complex is Nearing Completion
Please excuse our progress . . .
.gif) North High School plans to host the Homecoming game against South High School on Saturday October 4 at 3:30 PM. However, the complex will not be totally completed by that time. Due to the fact the field itself will be, we are making arrangements to celebrate the progress made in our field development and honor the talents of our two teams. Please be aware that:
- We will not have stadium seating.
- We will bring in more modest sections (one each) for North and South sides that each seat about 140 spectators.
- We will be using the track for seating with chairs and for people who wish to stand. We will supply some chairs. Spectators are welcome to bring their own as well.
- The visibility therefore will NOT be as clear as it will eventually be
- The area between the field and the track will be roped off to protect the fans and players
We wish to promote attendance at this prestigious event but at the same time ensure that those who will be at the game understand in advance that we are still under construction, and will not have all of the comforts present that eventually will be part of the complex. We appreciate everyone's patience and understanding as we continue with the completion of our North Field Complex.
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"Make A Difference" Award Winners
At the 2008-2009 school year Opening Day Ceremony, the Clarkstown Central School District presented the first annual "Make A Difference Awards". The Make A Difference Awards are intended to support the achievements and accomplishments of the winners and recognize their extraordinary contributions to our district. One winner was selected from each of the District's eleven union affiliations and the non-aligned employee groups.
Winners were nominated by their peers and fellow employees of the District. Final selections were made by the District's leadership team. Winners were shown to have demonstrated excellence in at least one of the following areas:
- Proven leadership ability as demonstrated by multiple contributions to our system - is a role model for others
- Establishes high expectations for all students and/or staff and self
- Contributes to a safe, orderly and supportive school and/or district climate
- Has helped to improve the quality of learning
- Demonstrates the highest ethical and professional behaviors
- Improves parent or community involvement
Congratulations to all the winners for their commitment to excellence and contributions to the Clarkstown Central School District.
- ATU - Transportation - Aleanne Kolonics-Goins, Dispatcher
- CAA - Administrators - Arthur Jakubowitz, Principal
- CESA - Clerical - Mary Ann Reilly, Employee Benefits
- CLASS - Juan Villamar, Information Services Specialist II
- CSEA - B&G - Joseph Muller, Custodian III
- CTA - Teachers - Howard Mandel, School Psychologist
- CTAA - Teaching Assistants - Noreen Krychear, Teaching Assistant
- Food Service - Susan Maresca, Senior Food Service Supervisor
- Nurses - Maria Reina, RN School
- SACA - Student Assistant Counselors - Donald "Chip" James, Student Assistant Counselor
- Security/Greeter - Richard Dunbar, Monitor/Greeter
- Non-Aligned - Richard Hernandez, Assistant Director of Information Technology
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Autism Task Force Brings National Expert on Autism to Clarkstown
The Clarkstown Board of Education supported the creation of an Autism Task Force in our district as a part of the 2008-2009 school district budget. The purpose of this initiative is to bring experts in the field of autism to Clarkstown to teach us about current science and research, and to help guide our program development.
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Amy Wetherby will visit Clarkstown on Tuesday, September 23 and Wednesday, September 24. Dr. Wetherby is a Professor in the Department of Clinical Sciences and Director of the Autism Institute in the College of Medicine and the Laurel Schendel Professor of Communication Disorders at Florida State University.
Dr. Wetherby will give a full-day presentation on Tuesday, September 23, to selected staff. On Wednesday, September 24, she will provide team training to a smaller group of selected staff members.
Dr. Wetherby will present to parents and the community on Tuesday evening, September 23, from 7:00 to 9:00 pm in the South High School auditorium. This is an unprecedented opportunity to hear one of the country's renowned experts in the field of autism. All are invited to attend. This event is free and open to the public.
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| Clarkstown Education Foundation Sponsors
1st Annual Hoops 4 Health 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
Play Hoops for Health on November 15th
Join basketball players from ages 5 to 50 + years for the Clarkstown Education Foundation's First Annual 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament. Register your team (three players and 1 sub) or volunteer to help make the event a success. Games will be played Saturday, November 15 at Felix Festa Middle School, North and South High Schools and Rockland Community College. All proceeds go to the Clarkstown Education Foundation to fund student scholarships, teacher mini grants and enhance the District's technology program. Have fun, get healthy and support our school district! For more information click here.
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| New Energy Education Manager Position Aims to Help the District Significantly Reduce Energy Costs
The Board of Education has contracted with Energy Education Inc. to implement the firm's Transformational Energy Management Process™. This proven process has been implemented in over 900 public school systems in 48 states, and is guaranteed to save the Clarkstown Central School District at least $6.2 million in a ten-year time period. The Board recently authorized hiring a full-time Energy Educator/Manager to lead this initiative. The position requires someone with strong people and teaching skills. The successful candidate will exhibit the ability to plan and organize projects and have great attention to detail. Preferred candidates will have three or more years of classroom, or other professional experience in the district. Applications are now being accepted for a full-time energy educator/manager. For a complete job description, click here. The application deadline is October 3, 2008 Interested individuals should send a letter and written resume to:
Dr. Margaret Keller-Cogan, Superintendent
Clarkstown Central School District
62 Old Middletown Road
New City, NY 10956
Re: Energy Educator/Manager Position
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Clarkstown Flyers Go Green!
The Clarkstown Central School District is launching an electronic process for sending approved flyers from outside organizations to families with students in our schools. Outside organizations will no longer be required to produce the 10,000 copies of flyers (20 reams of paper) necessary for one District-wide distribution.
Effective October 1, 2008, the school district will electronically distribute the variety of flyers from not-for-profit organizations that are approved for distribution within the District. The flyers will be digitized by the district and forwarded in one weekly delivery to parents. Recipients will have an opportunity to "unsubscribe" if they do not wish to receive the flyers, and removing one's name from this new list will not impact any other email system or mailing list.
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New On The Web
School Counseling Center Pages
If you have a teenager, our new School Counseling Center webpages are a must see! Mr. Ralph Donnell, Chairperson of Counseling 6-12, has gathered a wealth of resources to help guide you through the preparation process for college admission.
Mr. Donnell has included information about testing, financial aid, grants, scholarships and careers. In addition there are tips for visiting colleges, plenty of frequently asked questions and answers and much more.
This great resource can be found under District on our main horizontal menu bar and then District Offices or simply type in www.ccsd.edu/scc. | |
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The following are upcoming district events, listed on our district calendar. For a complete listing of events, including those related to specific schools, visit our on line calendar at www.ccsd.edu/calendar. Individual school calendars can be viewed easily using a web address formatted in this way- www.ccsd.edu/schoolname/calendar.
Each of our calendars includes organizational features such as "Customize Calendar", "Remind Me" and "Get iCal" a new feature enabling you to download events to your personal Outlook calendar.
Monday, September 22nd
Little Tor Elem.- PTA Meeting Woodglen Elementary - Picture Day
Tuesday, September 23rd
Laurel Plains Elem. - PTA Meeting
Strawtown Elem. - PTA Meeting, School Pictures
West Nyack Elem. - PTA Meeting
Woodglen Elem. - Kindgergten Social
Link Elem. - PTA Meeting
FFMS - Back To School Night, Gr. 7-8 NHS - Senior Picnic
SHS - Autism Presentation, Dr. Amy Wetherby, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 24th
Lakewood Elem. - PTA Meeting
Congers Elementary - PTA Meeting
NHS - Back to School Night
Thursday, September 25th
Congers Elem. - Meet the Teacher Grades 3-5
Laurel Plains Elem. - Back to School BBQ
Woodglen Elem. - PTA Meeting
BOE Meeting
Friday, September 26th
Bardonia Elem. - Welcome Back Family Social Picnic
Laurel Plains Elem. - Back to School BBQ - Rain Date
New City Elem. - Back to School BBQ - Rain Date
Strawtown Elem. - Kindergarten Family Picnic
Save the Date!
Clarkstown Education Foundation Upcoming Events
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Felix Festa Middle School, North High School, South High School
Friday, January 9, 2009
Family Fun Night
Off-Site
Friday, March 6, 2009
Second Annual Chili Festival
Felix Festa Middle School Campus
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This newsletter is to share with you some of the exciting events going on in our district. We welcome your feedback. Comments may be sent to feedback@ccsd.edu.
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Clarkstown Central School District
62 Old Middletown Road | New City, NY 10956
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