Edmeston Central School “Newsletter to the Community” edmestoncentralschool.net Edmeston, NY 13335 (607) 965-8931 Fall 2021 TO THE CLASS OF 2021 CLASS OF 2021 VALEDICTORIAN & SALUTATORIAN Logan Lund, daughter of Randy and Jaclyn Lund of Edmeston, is the Valedictorian of the Edmeston Central School Class of 2021. Logan has participated in numerous extracurricular activities at ECS includ- ing soccer, basketball, softball, Interact Club, Spanish Club, Yearbook Club, and Varsity Club, where she has held many leadership positions. In addition, she has received many awards during her high school career, to include Most Valuable Student. Logan was inducted into the ECS Chapter of National Honor Society as a sophomore. She is also a recipient of a Clark Foundation Scholarship. In the fall, Logan plans to attend Cazenovia College to double major in Accounting and Sports Management. Isabel Brown, daughter of Andrew Brown and Cody Rose of Burling- ton Flats, is the Salutatorian of the Edmeston Central School Class of 2021. Isabel has participated in various extracurricular activities throughout high school including Spanish Club, Interact Club, Yearbook Club, SADD, Iron Chef, and Student Council. She has also received several awards during high school, to include Most Valuable Student. Isabel is a member of the ECS Chapter of National Honor Society. She is also a Clark Foundation Scholarship recipient. In the fall, Isabel plans to attend Hartwick College, double majoring in English and History Education.
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Edmeston Central School“Newsletter to the Community”
edmestoncentralschool.net
Edmeston, NY13335
(607) 965-8931
Fall 2021
TO THE CLASS OF 2021
CLASS OF 2021 VALEDICTORIAN & SALUTATORIANLogan Lund, daughter of Randy
and Jaclyn Lund of Edmeston, is the Valedictorian of the Edmeston Central School Class of 2021.
Logan has participated in numerous extracurricular activities at ECS includ-ing soccer, basketball, softball, Interact Club, Spanish Club, Yearbook Club, and Varsity Club, where she has held
many leadership positions. In addition, she has received many awards during her high school career, to include Most Valuable Student. Logan was inducted into the ECS Chapter of National Honor Society as a sophomore. She is also a recipient of a Clark Foundation Scholarship.
In the fall, Logan plans to attend Cazenovia College to double major in Accounting and Sports Management.
Isabel Brown, daughter of Andrew Brown and Cody Rose of Burling-ton Flats, is the Salutatorian of the Edmeston Central School Class of 2021.
Isabel has participated in various extracurricular activities throughout high school including Spanish Club, Interact Club, Yearbook Club, SADD, Iron Chef, and Student Council. She
has also received several awards during high school, to include Most Valuable Student. Isabel is a member of the ECS Chapter of National Honor Society. She is also a Clark Foundation Scholarship recipient.
In the fall, Isabel plans to attend Hartwick College, double majoring in English and History Education.
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To the Edmeston CSD Community,I hope you all have been able to enjoy the summer with
your families. I also hope that you and your families are safe and healthy.
ECS has had a very busy summer. ECS offered a four-week summer enrichment program for students in PK-6. In addition to great learning activities and field trips, students also went swimming. Students were provided breakfast and lunch. ECS hosted the Town of Edmeston summer rec program. Pathfinder Village used the building to provide programs for their students as construction took place on the building at Pathfinder Village.
The capital project is almost completed. Crews are com-pleting the installation of windows. Other items in the capital project consisted of replacing the middle school roof, repav-ing and adding lights to the gym parking lot, minor repairs to the track, reappointing the building, replacing lockers, and installing the generator. ECS thanks the community for their support of the capital project.
It certainly has been an interesting summer. As we approached the end of June, it appeared that we were getting back to normal due to the number of people being vaccinated and all of the measures we had taken over the past 15-months to stay safe and healthy. In July and August, the COVID variant began to impact NYS and Otsego County.
ECS will welcome back students into the building on September 7. Staff return on September 1 and 2 for Super-intendent Conference days. We are excited to have everyone return to the building. Our primary goal is to provide a safe and healthy learning environment for all students and staff which may require students and staff to wear masks once again while in the building in accordance with CDC guidance. Last year, our students and staff were amazing at
wearing masks which helped us to have a very successful school year, both academically and health-wise.
The maintenance staff has been very busy preparing the building to welcome back students and staff. In addition, they have installed 20 interactive boards in the classroom replac-ing older boards which have had issues. The transportation department has evaluated bus routes for student pick up and delivery as well as tuning up the buses. Our secretaries have been busy completing state reports and readying materials for students, parents, and staff. The cafeteria has ordered and inventoried food and supplies for the start of the school year. There is much that happens behind the scenes to make sure the school is ready for the start of the year.
ECS will continue the regular and rigorous cleaning pro-tocols for the building and buses to keep students and staff safe and healthy. Mrs. Johnson, ECS school nurse, is always a great resource for parents to ask questions about the health of their children. In addition, the Bassett HealthZone is another resource for parents. Please remember that the HealthZone is able to vaccinate students who are 12 and older.
I am looking forward to another great year. It will take all of us working together to have another successful school year. I ask again for your flexibility as we approach the school year. Much could happen from one day to the next. Yet, I know that the ECS community will once again meet any challenges head on and successfully overcome any challenge.
I thank you for your continued support of our students and staff. Stay safe and healthy.
Sincerely,Dr. Gary FurmanSuperintendent of Schools
S U P E R I N T E N D E N T ’ S M E S S A G E
We are excited for
September 24 and 25!Friday night the 24th will kick off with a dance for 7th
through 12th grades at Pathfinder Pavilion. Saturday will be full of soccer, food, and fun! This year the Alumni Game will be Saturday night at 6 pm. We hope to see everyone there!
Virtual Career Fair 2021Although we were not able to have an in-person career
fair this year, we were able to have virtual careers sessions with several local professionals. Students in grades 7-12 were invited to participate and prizes were given to those that attended. Special thanks to Madison Paradis, Trooper Lauren Warner, and Chelsea Greer from Bassett Hospital for hosting sessions. Many thanks to CFES Brilliant Pathways for sponsoring the career fair and to All the Perks for gift cards to student participants!
H O M E C O M I N G W E E K E N D
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I hope all of you are enjoying your summer! Summer is a great time to relax and spend time with family and friends. I hope all of you are enjoying a wonderful break from the school routine and enjoying summer activities.
School administration, administrative assistants and the custodial staff are busy preparing for the next school year and I wanted to share some updates with you. Many of our teachers and administrators have attended ongoing professional development throughout the summer. All of our teachers were provided ongoing professional development in the Next Generation Learning Standards. Several elemen-tary, middle and high school staff attended a refresher in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI).
Edmeston Central School will welcome several new faces this school year. Please join me in welcoming Kelly Conley, Prekindergarten, Ardath Johnson, 3rd grade, Alexsander Vernold, Middle School Social Studies, Michael Croft, High School Social Studies, Jeffrey Young, Middle School English, Kaitlyn Gott, Middle and High School Math, Laura Moran, Licensed Teaching Assistant and Emily DeCaro, Licensed Teaching Assistant. Edmeston also welcomed Dan Cheatham, our new school social worker.
Saturdays this fall our 1st through 8th grade students have an amazing opportunity to attend Mohawk Valley
P R I N C I P A L ’ S M E S S A G ECommunity College (MVCC). In collaboration with MVCC, the students will attend sessions in their FAB Lab, Computer Aided Design, Culinary, Art, Science and so much more. The district will provide transportation to and from the college, MVCC will provide lunch and a school staff member will chaperone the groups of students while on the trip. The buses will depart Edmeston Central School at 10:00 am and return to the back-parking lot by 3:45 p.m. This is a great opportunity for our children to learn, play and have fun on Saturdays!
I encourage all students to participate in our school com-munity by becoming involved in a variety of activities such as clubs, sports, band or chorus, as well as other activities that are taking place throughout the school year. We want you to show your panther pride and most importantly to be an upstanding school citizen.
I would like to invite parents, guardians and family members to get involved in partnership with your child’s educational experience. Working in partnership, we will make the 2021-22 a great school year.
Enjoy the rest of your summer and see you in September!
–Mrs. Christine NicholsPrincipal
William Deming AwardThe Rural Schools Association of NYS presented
Dr. Gary Furman with the William Deming Award for Outstanding Leadership on Behalf of Rural Schools. David Little, Executive Director of the Rural Schools Association (RSA), provided the following statement regarding the award: The William Deming Award is given to a school administra-tor demonstrating significant contributions to rural schools. Gary’s tireless advocacy on behalf of rural schools and the students in their charge is consistent, insightful, and informs RSA’s work in both Albany and Washington. Gary is devoted to assessing proposals, educating those who can make a difference and rightfully questioning the often questionable impact of statewide policy as it plays out for our rural dis-tricts. He is inspirational in his dedication and focus beyond his own district, truly benefitting all of our rural students. RSA is proud to present the William Deming Award to Dr. Gary Furman.
Dr. Furman is very honored to have received the William Deming Award from the Rural Schools Association. Dr. Furman would very much like to thank and acknowledge the tremendous love and support from his wife, Susan, who has been instrumental in his achievements. He would also like to thank the BOE and administrative team for their support allowing him to be an active participant of RSA and advocate for the students, staff, and families of Edmeston.
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C L A S S O F 2 0 2 1 P L A N S• Michael Algarin, Jr.: Entering the workforce• Bo Bancroft: Entering the workforce• Michaela Bateman: Attending Morrisville State College
for Automotive Technology• Sydney Bateman: At tending Wells College for
Adolescent Mathematics Education• Nicholas Belden: Entering the workforce• Camron Bizardi: Plans to travel• Isabel Brown: Attending Hartwick College with a dual
major in History and English Education• Madison Cole: Attending Alfred State University
majoring in Court and Realtime Reporting• Jacob Cormier: Attending SUNY Polytechnic Institute
majoring in Computer Engineering Technology• Gregory DeVries: Attending Saint Bonaventure
University majoring in Sports Management• Jourdyn Gray: Attending Morrisville State College
majoring in Agricultural Business• Tyler Jennings: Entering the workforce
Congratulations to the Class of 2021 Clark Foundation Scholarship Recipients:
Michaela BatemanSydney Bateman
Isabel BrownMadison ColeJacob Cormier
Gregory DeVriesJourdyn Gray
Kennedy KappTritny KnappLogan Lund
Joshua MartinEmma Ough
Madilynne Smith
Academic Achievement Award Recipients 2020-21
These awards are given to students who have been honored at the Honors Ceremony for at least two years out of their sophomore, junior, and senior years
• Kennedy Kapp: Attending Utica College majoring in Physical Therapy
• Tritny Knapp: Entering the workforce in CNA and Phlebotomy
• Alexey Koch: Continuing in the workforce• Logan Lund: Attending Cazenovia College majoring in
Accounting and Sports Management• Joshua Martin: Attending Oneonta State College
majoring in Adolescence Education in Earth Science• Emma Ough: Attending Herkimer County Community
College majoring in Business• Justin Simmons: Entering the workforce• Madilynne Smith: Attending Har twick College
majoring in history and Spanish• Nicholas Wetherbee: Entering the workforce• Tyrick Wheeler: Attending Independent Helicopters to
become a helicopter pilot• Courtney Wust: Entering the workforce
TO ALL!
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Most Valuable Students (MVS) 2020-21
“A Most Valuable Student”In all areas of our lives, there are people who stand out
because of their accomplishments. Although they succeed on a personal level, they are also aware of those around them and their individual responsibilities to achievement and the success of not only themselves, but of others. These awards are given to one student in the top 10% of each class. Students are chosen by their science, math, Spanish, English and social studies teachers. These teachers look for students who demonstrate a love of learning, regardless of grades earned, and a willingness to help their fellow students. Although there may be more than one student who exhibits such qualities, teachers are asked to choose the one who stands out during a particular academic year.
H O N O R S C E R E M O N Y AT T E N D E E S 2 0 2 0 - 2 1
Students were invited for delicious desserts in the cafete-ria if they made the honor roll for the first three quarters of the 2020-21 School Year. Special thanks to Mr. Tuller and his crew for the desserts!
C U R R E N T G R A D U AT I O N R E Q U I R E M E N T S
Number of Credits Required Per Subject for Each Type of High School Diploma
Number of Regents Exams Required 65+ for Each Type of High School Diploma
LOCAL DIPLOMA REGENTS DIPLOMAREGENTS DIPLOMA WITH ADVANCED DESIGNATION
ENGLISH 4 4 4SOCIAL STUDIES 4 4 4
MATHEMATICS 3 3 3SCIENCE 3 3 3SPANISH 1 1 3
PHYSICAL EDUCATION 2 2 2
FINE ARTS 1 1 1
HEALTH 0.5 0.5 0.5
ELECTIVES 3.5 3.5 1.5TOTAL 22 22 22
REGENTS DIPLOMAREGENTS DIPLOMA WITH ADVANCED DESIGNATION
MATHEMATICS 1 3SCIENCE 1 2
GLOBAL STUDIES 1 1U.S. HISTORY 1 1
COMPREHENSIVE ENGLISH 1 1
SPANISH 0 1*TOTAL 5 9
Please note that New York State Department of Education (NYSED) has made many changes to these in recent months, all of which will be a great benefit for our students, and I expect more to be made in the near future. For students and parents of students entering grade 9 in September, there will be an informational meeting during Open House. I will explain the graduation requirements listed below and answer any questions you may have. I look forward to seeing you then!
To graduate from a school in New York State, students must meet the minimum requirements for both high school graduation credits (22 credits needed total) and pass a specific number of Regents Examinations. New York State is recognizing that not every student is the same and has been adding multiple pathways to graduation. While this is definitely a step in the right direction, it can be very confusing. Therefore, at any time if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me in the guidance office at 965-8674 or at [email protected]. Below is a listing of current credits and examinations needed.
2021-22 Student SchedulesIt is anticipated that schedules for students in grades 5-12 will be available in mid to late August on the parent portal
in ESchool. When they are available messages will be posted to our school website and Facebook pages.
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In 2015 New York State approved a Pathways to Graduation 4+1 Option. Under this, students must take and pass four required Regents Exams in each of the following subjects: English, math, science, and social studies, and a comparable rigorous assessment for the fifth exam required to graduate. The fifth assessment required to graduate may include (but is not limited to): One additional Regents Examination or a CTE pathway assessment (there is a prescribed list set forth by the Commissioner of Education). There are many options for this; however, the two aforementioned are the ones that will most typically be utilized by our students.
*A CTE sequence (BOCES) can be substituted for the Spanish Examination. As of June 2012 the Spanish Examination is a locally developed exam, not a Regents; however, it is still required for the Advanced Diploma. **Each Exam listed above must be passed with at least a 65Regents Diploma with Honors:
To achieve this diploma the student must achieve an average of a 90.0% on the five exams required for the Regents Diploma.Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation with Honors:
To achieve this diploma the student must achieve an average of a 90.0% on the nine exams required for the Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation.
Currently Offered College in the High School CoursesCOURSE TITLE COLLEGE GRADE LEVEL INSTRUCTOR
ACCOUNTING SUNY Cobleskill 11/12 Mrs. Bridger
AMERICAN HISTORY I&II SUNY Cobleskill 11 Mr. Smith
CRIMINAL LAW HVCC 12 HVCC Professor
ECONOMICS Syracuse University 12 Mr. Saggese @ Milford CS
PUBLIC AFFAIRS SUNY Albany 12 Mr. Saggese @ Milford CS
ENGLISH COMPOSITION SUNY Cobleskill 12 Mrs. Hickling
ENGLISH LITERATURE SUNY Cobleskill 12 Mrs. Hickling
INTRO TO PSYCHOLOGY HVCC 12 Hudson Valley Professor
INTRO TO SOCIOLOGY HVCC 12 Hudson Valley Professor
SPANISH 102 TC3 10 Mrs. Knight
SPANISH 201 TC3 11 Mrs. Knight
SPANISH 202 TC3 11 Mrs. Knight
COLLEGE ALGEBRA TC3 12 Ms. Failey
COLLEGE PRECALCULUS TC3 11/12 Ms. Failey
Annotation of Mastery in Mathematics and/or Science on the Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation:
Students who complete all coursework and testing requirements for the Regents Diploma with Advanced Designation in mathematics and/or science, and who pass, with a score of 85 or better, three commencement level Regents examinations in mathematics and/or three commencement level Regents examinations in science, will earn a Regents diploma with advanced designation, with an annotation on the diploma that denotes mastery in mathematics and/or science, as applicable.Special Education:
Students who receive special education services will continue to qualify for a local diploma. Many changes have been made recently. If this applies to you please see Mrs. Conklin or Mr. Kelly in the special education office for more information. In addition, NYS now offers a new type of exiting credential for those who have a disability, the NYS CDOS Commencement Credential. This is NOT a high school diploma. It recognizes preparation and skills for post-school employment. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mrs. Conklin or Mr. Kelly, Director of Special Education.
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N A T I O N A L H O N O R S O C I E T Y N E W S !On Monday, June 16 the Edmeston Chapter of National Honor Society inducted 13 new members (7 that were selected in
2020, and 6 that were selected in 2021). The Edmeston faculty and staff would like to congratulate the following students who have demonstrated the high qualities of scholarship, leadership, service, and character that is required for selection.
Course Title Credits
Calculus II 4
Communications 3
Financial Accounting 3
General Psychology 3
Intro to Computing and Information Sciences 4
Latin Language and Culture I 3
Latin Language and Culture II 3
Legal & Ethical Environment of Business 3
Personal Finance 3
Principles of Macroeconomics 3
Principles of Marketing 3
Russian Language and Culture I 3
Russian Language and Culture II 3
Sociology 3
Current Tuition Rates for 3 credit classes (subject to change): • SUNY Cobleskill—$150 • SUNY Albany—$160 • Syracuse University—$345• TC3—Currently FREE • HVCC—$198
If you have any questions regarding graduation requirements, please contact Mrs. in the guidance office at 965-8674 or at [email protected].
Enjoy the rest of your summer!–Mrs. Amanda Conklin,
Secondary School Counselor
Online HVCC Courses (typically for seniors only)
Front row from left: Madison Cole, Arissa Bolton, Marissa Galley, Martina Blackwell, Lena GreeneBack row from left: Derick Estevez, Collin McEnroe, Greg DeVries, Ronnie Hickling, Jacob Cormier, Colby Smith. Not in picture: Ella Tomlins, Michael Troiano
Course Title Credits
Spanish Language and Culture I 3
Spanish Language and Culture II 3
Spanish Language and Culture III 3
Survey of Art History I 3
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E D M E S T O N C E N T R A L S C H O O L F O U R T H Q U A R T E R
GRADE Principal’s List High Honor Roll Honor Roll
5Ava Dabreau,Harper Folts,
Aiden Goodrich
Samuel Bolton, Regina Carney,Desmond Dai, Jaiden Rous,Mason Turner, Lucus Utter,
Luke Byma, Sire Champen,Warren Galley, Lauren Lund,
Jayden Wust, Lucas Wust
6Brooke Carentz, Hunter Dye, Taryn Lund, Sophie Robinson
Braelyn Bolton, Brenna Bolton, Sean Braswell, Lorenzo Reisen
Alli Bolton, Lucas Hoagland, Collin Lund, Summer Lund,
Sydney Bateman, Madison Cole,Jacob Cormier, Gregory DeVries,
Kennedy Kapp, Alexey Koch,Logan Lund, Madilynne Smith
Isabel Brown, Tyler Jennings,Joshua Martin, Emma Ough
Courtney Wust
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S U M M E R E N R I C H M E N T N E W S
In Reading & Writing: Mrs. Reisen and Ms. Welsh worked together to inte-
grate genres in reading and writing. Week 1: Fiction! We read about make-believe dogs,
Orson & Taco, who have strong personalities and go on fun adventures!
Week 2: Non-Fiction! We read about real-life dogs, fire trucks, police cars, and animals! The kids loved looking for facts in the books and writing about them.
Week 3: Classic Tales! For this week we read tales and performed plays! We dressed up every day like a character of our choice. We talked about the elements in classic tales and how much fun they can be to read, act out and write about! (This week was our favorite!)
Week 4: Poetry! We read summer poems and found rhyming words. We drew pictures to go with the words. Phonics, high frequency words, reading, writing, and drama. We certainly were able to get a lot in to a short time.
Our PK/K/1st students had so much fun at the Summer Enrichment program! Each day they enjoyed:
• Reading • Math • Writing• Handwriting/Movement
• Swimming Lesson • Breakfast & Lunch
In Math: Numbers in LiteratureIn first grade we read One is a Snail, Ten is a Crab, by April and Jeff Sayre. The story has the reader counting feet at
the beach from one to one hundred. We made up our own collage of critters and their feet. Our picture illustrates 46 feet made by a combination of one crab, two spiders, one f ly, two dogs, two people, and two snails.
Our second group made up the number 46 with two crabs, one spider, one f ly, one dog, three people, and two snails.In the PK-Kindergarten group we read The Doorbell Rang by Pat Hutchins and figured out how to share a dozen
cookies with different numbers of children. Two people started out with six cookies each, and in the end, everyone got one cookie each.
The PK-Kindergarten group made jelly fish with math sentences that make ten. We brainstormed number combinations like 5 +5= 10 or 8+2=10 to draw out with
dots on the tentacles.
Wednesday Special!Every Wednesday the children took a walking field
trip to the local library! They LOVED Mrs. Delker and the library. She read them a story to align with our weekly genre, then they were able to explore the library and sign up for their own library cards. We HOPE the children still enjoy this little treasure in Edmeston. It’s a fun, rewarding place to explore.
Wonderful Wednesdays!Every Wednesday the children took a walking field trip to
the local library! They LOVED Mrs. Delker and the library. She read them a story to align with our weekly genre, then they were able to explore the library and sign up for their own library cards. We HOPE the children still enjoy this little treasure in Edmeston. It’s a fun, rewarding place to explore.
Every Wednesday in July students in 3rd–6th grades were able to go on a field trip to Mohawk Valley Community College, chaperoned by Mrs. Buell, to participate in a variety of work-shops that included science experiments, 3-D laser printing, and learning how to babysit. The students were always excited to go each week, eagerly anticipating what “cool” things they were going to do and learn that day!
Meanwhile, students in 2nd grade were able to go on a special trip of their own each Wednesday. They were able to take a walk to the Edmeston Town Library! While there, the children enjoyed listening to a special story read to them by Mrs. Delker. Then they had the opportunity to check out the variety of games, toys, and books available in the children’s room. They also had the chance to get a library card of their own for future trips to the library with their families. The children were so excited when they received their brand-new, shiny, laminated cards and couldn’t wait to begin borrowing books!
A Whole Lot of Learning Going on . . . In reading, the students read several fiction and nonfic-
tion stories during the month. They really loved reading about how to make paper airplanes because they got to make their own based on the instructions from the book, and then got to test them out. They also enjoyed reading about Noche, a black Labrador Retriever, who had a tough time until he was adopted in the book, Finding a Forever Home. The children loved telling their own dog stories after reading this book.
For math, the children reviewed several skills that they had previously learned, like counting money, telling time, adding and subtracting two- and three-digit numbers, work-ing with fractions, multiplying and dividing, and capacity conversions. The students enjoyed playing several math games, especially “I Have, Who Has?” where they had to identify if they had the answer, on their game card, to a question posed by another student. They wanted to play that game every day!
The students had a great time with our weekly science activities. We learned how to make zucchini muffins, played a game to learn the importance of each animal in the food web, tested properties of matter, and got to play with water when learning about cups, pints, quarts, and gallons.
We had so much fun at the Summer Enrichment Program!Each day the children enjoyed reading and writing, math, handwriting and movement, swimming lessons, and free
breakfast and lunch. The students also participated in weekly trips to the school’s greenhouses. The students learned to identify the plants and
vegetables, helped to water the beds, and harvested peas, green beans, lettuce, garlic, green peppers, and zucchini. They were able to sample the vegetables harvested and were even able to make zucchini muffins from scratch in the classroom. Taste-testing the finished product was their favorite part of the process!
S U M M E R E N R I C H M E N T N E W SJuly 6–29, 2021 2nd–6th grades Ms. Watkins and Mrs. Goodrich
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After School Program Goal:
The program goal is to serve as a continuation of the students’ education by providing your child with a broad variety of activities in a safe, stimulation and nurturing learning environment.
After School Program The after school program is an extracurricular enrichment program for PK-6 grade students. The after school program is structured to provide experiences designed to enrich the intellectual, physical, social and emotional growth of your child(ren)! Opportunities for learning and enrichment are prepared in accordance with your child(ren)s grade level and interest in mind.
4:00 ................................................ Bus Dismissal
4:00-5:00 ................ Parent Pick-Up North Street Entrance of the School
Yearly Schedule
The Edmeston Central School After School Program will begin on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. The program will run Monday through Friday when school is in session. If school is dismissed early due to an emergency or inclement weather, the after school program will be canceled for that day. The after school program will NOT be offered on half-day conferences or full-day Superintendent Conferences.
E C S A F T E R S C H O O L P R O G R A MAfter School Program Goal:
The program goal is to serve as a continuation of the students’ education by providing your child with a broad variety of activities in a safe, stimulating and nurturing learning environment.
After School Program The after school program is an
extracurricular enrichment program for PK-6 grade students. The after school program is structured to provide experi-ences designed to enrich the intellectual, physical, social and emotional growth of your child(ren)! Opportunities for learning and enrichment are prepared in accordance with your child(ren)s grade level and interest in mind.
School Program will begin on Tuesday, September 7, 2021. The program will run Monday through Friday when school is in session. If school is dismissed early due to an emergency or inclem-ent weather, the after school program will be canceled for that day. The after school program will NOT be offered on half-day conferences or full-day Super-intendent Conferences.
Saturdays Fall 2021 MVCC College Academy
Edmeston Central School District and Mohawk Valley Community Col-lege have partnered to provide our students with a variety of academic-focused, hands-on camps. Our students will be exposed to new subjects in a college environment, learning from a variety of MVCC faculty members. Topics will include STEM, Art, Culi-nary, and Culture.
These classes are for students in grades 1-8 and will be held two Satur-days a month September, October and November. Information will be forth-coming once the classes are finalized.
Student DismissalYour child(ren) will be dismissed by
the following procedure below: • Parent pick-up daily from the
cafeteria. • Child(ren) will ride the bus home
**Students will only be released to parents or guardians on file or with current written consent from the child’s legal guardian. In the event that your child must be released to another adult not listed, please call the school and notify them before 2:30 p.m.**
Participate Your child(ren) will star t the
After School Program on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 and will run Monday through Friday every full day of school. If school dismisses early and all after-school activities are cancelled the after school program will be cancelled.
***If you wish to enroll your chil-dren by the start of school, complete the After School Microsoft Form on the school’s website or Facebook page by August 20, 2021.***
www.edmestoncentralschool.net
Saturdays Fall 2021 MVCC College Academy
Edmeston Central School District and Mohawk Valley Community College have partnered to provide our students with a variety of academic-focused, hands-on camps. Our students will be exposed to new subjects in a college environment, learning from a variety of MVCC faculty members. Topics will include STEM, Art, Culinary, and Culture.
These classes are for students in grades 1-8 and will be held two Saturdays a month September, October and November. Information will be forthcoming once the classes are finalized.
Student Dismissal Your child(ren) will be dismissed by the following procedure below:
Parent pick-up daily from the cafeteria.
Child(ren) will ride the bus home
**Students will only be released to parents or guardians on file or
with current written consent from the child’s legal guardian. In the
event that your child must be released to another adult not
listed, please call the school and notify them before 2:30 p.m.**
”Education is the most powerful
weapon you can use to change
the world.” ~Nelson Mandela
Participate Your child(ren) will start the After School Program on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 and will run Monday through Friday every full day of school. If school dismisses early and all afterschool activities are cancelled the after school program will be cancelled.
***If you wish to enroll your children by the start of school, complete the After School Microsoft Form on the school’s website or Facebook page
by August 20, 2021.*** www.edmestoncentralschool.net
Child FindThe Edmeston Central School District recognizes its
responsibility to provide a free and appropriate public education to eligible students with disabilities within its geographical boundaries. The District has a “child find” process that is designated to locate, identify, and evaluate children with disabilities within its geographical boundaries preschool through grade 12 or through age 21 if they have not received a high school diploma. If you know a child who lives within the boundaries of the Edmeston Central School District and attends school in the District who may be in need of special education and/or related services, please contact the District’s Director of Special Education,
Kevin Kelly, for further information regarding the referral and evaluation process.
The District’s child find process extends to students with physical or mental impairments that substantially limit a major life activity. Such students may be eligible for services or accommodations pursuant to Section 504 of the Rehabili-tation Act. Section 504 is a federal civil rights statute that prohibits discrimination against persons with disabilities and programs receiving federal financial assistance. Please contact Kevin Kelly for more information regarding Section 504 eligibility and services.
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2 0 2 1 R E T I R E M E N T S !Teri Henderson
“I spent a couple of years subbing at ECS and then 29 years ago became a full time TA. I assisted in elementary, primarily K-3. I don’t have a particu-lar teaching memory, but I love the “discussions” with the little ones! I will really miss the close friendships that I have made with the faculty and staff. A very wise mentor once told me to treat all the children as if they were my own—teach them, correct them, and love them—this would be my advice to a new teacher. Everyone asks what my retirement plans are—what plans? Isn’t that what retirement means?! I have loved every minute of my years at ECS and will surely miss it all!”
Audrey Arnold“Thirty years ago, my children started Kindergarten
at ECS, and that’s when Edmeston first became special to me. After volunteering in many different areas of the school, I was encouraged to become a Licensed Teaching Assistant. For 22 years I worked with students and teachers in Pre-K through 6th grade, along with directing the CROP Afterschool and Summer Program for 13 years. I have been blessed to work with such wonderful, caring, and devoted staff. I’ve built connections and memories that will forever hold a place in my heart. In my retirement, I am looking forward to many things. Mostly though, I can’t wait to walk through the doors of ECS, not as a member of the staff, but as Mimi, the name my grandgirlies have given me!”
Sherri VibbardI started my teaching career in Janu-
ary of 1990 when I began substituting at ECS. In May of that same year I took on a long term substitute position in the third grade. Before I finished out the school year, Mr. John Holdorf, Sr. hired me as a fourth grade teacher for the following September. I had my second child in July and six weeks later, I began a 31 year career as a full time elementary educator.
The 31 years included four and a half years in the fourth grade, 19 years as a fifth and sixth grade teacher, and seven years as a third grade teacher.
There are many teaching memories and quite honestly so many good times and joyous moments that I can’t choose just one. I will miss the honesty of young children and the friendships both personal and professional.
My advice to any new teacher is to look for something to laugh about everyday. Don’t hesitate to acknowledge your own mistakes and decide whether it is a big deal or not. Kids are forgiving if you are honest and fair with them. Always remember why you became a teacher and don’t stray from the calling.
I look forward to watching my grandchildren grow, learn and succeed, new adventures camping with friends and more time to investigate sidelined interests.
ECS has been my “home” for 44 years of my life. Retired? Yes. Far away? Never.
F A L L 2 0 2 1 C O L L E G E A C A D E M Y F O R E D M E S T O N S C H O O L D I S T R I C T
We are proud to announce that Mohawk Valley Community College (MVCC) will be offering their Fall 2021 College Academy Saturdays this fall for Edmeston Central School Students in grades 1-4 and 5-8. MVCC will provide a variety of academic-focused, hands-on camps for grades 1-4 and 5-8. Our students will be exposed to new subjects in a college environment, learning from a variety of MVCC faculty members. Topics will include STEM, Art, Culinary and Culture. Each student in attendance will receive a College Academy T-Shirt and the district will provide transportation to and from MVCC each Saturday
in session. Our students will be accompanied by an Edmeston Central School staff member while on the field trip. While on campus, our students will be provided lunch. Our students will attend a morning session, lunch and an afternoon session. They will depart the MVCC campus and return to Edmeston Central School for parent pick-up. We look forward to all of our students in grades 1-8 attending this great program. More information will be forthcoming as the school year begins.
–Mrs.Nichols, Principal
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Kelly ConleyCollege attended/Major: Mes-siah College/ Education with Dual Teaching Certification in Grades PreK-4 and Special Education PreK-12Prior Teaching Position: Before coming here, I worked as a pre-k teacher for the past four years at DoodleBugs!Current Position at ECS: Pre-k teacherWhat you look forward to the most about teaching at ECS: This is my first public school teaching position and what I am looking forward to the most about teaching at ECS, is getting to know the people in the ECS community.Your goal for this school year: My goal is to provide a fun and welcoming environment for my students to learn each day. Most Memorable Teaching Moment SO FAR: During my first year of teaching I had done a craft with glitter in cups. Afterwards, I put all the glitter into one cup and put it on the cart to put away later once the kids had gone home. During pickup, one of my kids found the glitter, poured it on the f loor, and proceeded to make the glitter version of snow angels. It took about 15 minutes to clean it up but luckily the child helped as well and we were able to get a vacuum. I learned a very important lesson that day. Never leave glitter unattended when children are present. Interesting Facts about yourself: In my free time I enjoy baking, cooking, and curling up with a good book. I love decorating for the holidays, especially Christmas, and have collected about twenty-five nutcrack-ers. The top three places I want to visit some day are Verona, Italy, Panama, and the Isle of Skye.
Ardath JohnsonCollege attended/Major: B.S. in Social Work at Keuka College, M.S. in Childhood and Special Education (1-6) at Touro CollegePrior Teaching Position: I taught Kindergarten and 3rd grade at St. John Christian Academy. Most recently I spent the second half of the 2020-2021 school year as a long term substitute at Val-leyview Elementary for 4th&5th grade special education. Current Position at ECS: 3rd Grade Teacher
E C S W E L CO M E S N E W FAC U LT Y A N D S TA F FWhat you look forward to the most about teaching at ECS: I have been fortunate enough to work at ECS in dif-ferent capacities, and look forward to being part of this great team of teachers; however, I’m really looking forward to the students. Being from this community, I’m excited to see and teach so many familiar faces, as well as new ones! Your goal for this school year: My goal for this year is to teach, learn, and enjoy as much as I can. I hope to make this school year a positive experience for my students. Most Memorable Teaching Moment SO FAR: There are so many to choose from, but teaching in the U.S. Virgin Islands was an experience in itself. One of my favorite memories from there is being able to take my third grade class on an overnight field trip to the island’s environmental resource station. We had a great time, even if we didn’t get much sleep!Interesting Facts about yourself: While living in the U.S. Virgin Islands I played soccer for the U.S.V. I. Women’s National Team in the FIFA Gold Cup tournament. It was a fun experience, and I like to joke that I was a “professional soccer player” because I was paid a very humble stipend to miss work for the tournament.
Jeffrey YoungCollege attended/Major: SUNY Herkimer: General Studies, SUNY Oneonta: English, Adolescent Educa-tion-English, Grand Canyon Universit y: Educat ional Leadership, Ohio Dominican University: EnglishPrior Teaching Position: Thunderbolt Middle School, Lake Havasu City (Arizona). Middle School English, Clas-sical Studies, Yearbook, Journalism, Honors, Intervention.Current Position at ECS: English What you look forward to the most about teaching at ECS: I am looking forward to getting to know students, staff, and the community while developing and teaching great lessons.Your goal for this school year: Familiarize myself with my surroundings, develop a working curriculum, make connections, and be a person of positive impact.Most Memorable Teaching Moment SO FAR: A collec-tion of times where students rose above what they thought they were capable of in and out of the classroom.Interesting Facts about yourself: I have diverse interests and experience. Among our children, my wife and I have two sets of identical twins.
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E C S W E L CO M E S N E W FAC U LT Y A N D S TA F FKaitlyn GottCollege attended/Major: SUNY College at Cortland/Adolescence Education: MathematicsPrior Teaching Position: No prior full-time teaching position. Com-pleted my student teaching at Mount Markham High School last fall and was substitute teaching at Edmeston and Mount Markham this past spring.Current Position at ECS: Mathematics Teacher (7-12)What you look forward to the most about teaching at ECS: I am most looking forward to making connections with my students. I am excited that I have the opportunity to teach at my hometown school and am hopeful that it will help me make strong connections with my students and give me the chance to help them succeed in academics, athletics and other aspects of their school careers. Your goal for this school year: To help all of my students gain a growth mindset and help them to realize they can succeed at anything they set their mind to.Most Memorable Teaching Moment SO FAR: My most memorable teaching moment so far was during substitute teaching. I had the chance to go back and substitute for my host teacher at Mount Markham High School a couple dif-ferent times. During these days, it was awesome to see how excited students were to see me back in their classroom. It was great to see the strong bonds created with the students and how easy it was to step right back in and continue to teach them. Interesting Facts about yourself: Some interesting facts about myself include that I love to travel and have been to seven different countries so far. I also love to be outdoors whether it be playing sports, yard games or going for hikes.
Laura MoranCollege attended/Major: University at Albany–Major: BiologyPrior Teaching Position: I have been a per diem substitute teacher at Edmeston Central School for the last 3 years.Current Position at ECS: Licensed Teaching AssistantWhat you look forward to the most about teaching at ECS: I am looking forward to being part of a team to help our students. I am excited to inspire the students to do their best.
Your goal for this school year: My goal for this school year is to improve and learn new teaching skills.Most Memorable Teaching Moment SO FAR: is when I help a student understand a lesson and they say thank you for helping me. Interesting Facts about yourself: I moved to Edmeston six years ago with my family from North Syracuse. I have two children that attend Edmeston Central School, Emily and Finnegan. I have two dogs and 17 chickens. I lived in New Hampshire while attending college for Marine Biology. I worked as a wet chemistry analyst in an industrial hygiene laboratory after college.
Emily DeCaroCol le ge at t ende d / Major : SUNY Cortland Prior Teaching Position: Sub-stitute teacherCurrent Positon at ECS: LTAWhat you look forward to the most about teaching at ECS: I’m looking forward to spirit week, especially crazy hair day!Your goal for this school year: To create a fun and positive learning environment.Most Memorable Teaching Moment SO FAR: is subbing for kindergarten. The week before Christmas break was such a fun week! All of the activities we did together put everybody in the holiday spirit. Interesting Facts about yourself: Winter is my favorite season. I love to spend time outdoors snowmobiling, ice fishing and snowboarding.
Daniel CheathamCollege attended/Major: SUNY Binghamton, Syracuse UniversityPrior Teaching Position: School Social Worker at DCMO BOCESCurrent Position at ECS: School Social Worker Pre K-12th GradeWhat you look forward to the most about teaching at ECS: I look forward to meeting and getting to know the ECS Student Body and Faculty.Your goal for this school year: My goal for this upcoming school year is to be integrated into the ECS Community and to assist as many families as possible. I also look forward to coaching soccer and baseball for ECS. Most Memorable Teaching Moment SO FAR: I was hired late last year and was able to spend about a month getting to know the students and staff.
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Most Memorable Teaching Moment SO FAR: must be attending various field trips and meeting the students in a non-academic setting. Interesting Facts about yourself: I am left-handed. How-ever, I learned to do everything but eat and write with my right hand.
Name: Alek VernoldCollege Attended/Major: Utica Col-lege–History & Adolescence Educa-tionPrior Teaching Position: I taught at my Alma mater Notre Dame High School for the past three years! I also coached Varsity Football as well, the same team that I once played for! It was a wonderful experience starting my career where my own educational journey began.
E C S W E L CO M E S N E W FAC U LT Y A N D S TA F FCurrent Position at ECS: Middle School Social Studies!What you look forward to the most about teaching at ECS: I most look forward to meeting all my students and sharing with them my love of History. I also can’t wait to cheer on our Panthers wearing the Orange and Black!!Your Goal for this year: My goal for this school year is to give our students the best possible educational experience that they can have. Not only will the kids learn, but they will have a fun time doing it! Most Memorable Teaching Moment SO FAR: I would have to say the best moment of my teaching career thus far was watching my first ever class of students graduate this past June and move on to their next stage of life. It was a moving and profound experience. Interesting Facts About Yourself: I am an avid snowmo-biler and love to ride with my family in the winter. I have an Australian Shepherd named Nala who I have had since college. My family has been in New York State since the 1700s!
Social Emotional Learning At ECS With The First Annual ECS Amazing Race!
The Edmeston Central School faculty and staff took some time after students were dismissed to compete in the First Annual ECS Amazing Race. The race started in the cafeteria where the teams had to solve a riddle which led them to the next clue at the next location. The clues led the teams all around the ECS campus: the track, the greenhouse, the dugout, the f lagpole, the playground, and finally the basketball court for a cookout provided by administration and our own Mr. Tuller. The SEL (social emotional learning) Committee worked throughout the year to create activities and ensure that students, faculty, and staff found healthy ways to cope with a stressful year. These activities encouraged people to spend time together in a safe, relaxed, fun setting. The ECS Amazing Race turned into a healthy competition for sure! Congratulations went to the winning team of Rose Welsh, Heather Golliver, Terry Grower, and Jaime Reisen, who ran the entire race. They earned bragging rights as the first ones to complete the Amazing Race, and they certainly took advantage. The SEL Committee looks forward to continuing to support students and staff in the new school year.
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Hooray for Healthzone!Dr. Tommy Ibrahim, President and CEO Bassett Health-
care Network and Dr. Reginald Knight, Chief Physician Executive visited the HealthZone at ECS to understand the value of the HealthZone for the students and parents of ECS. Both men were impressed by the operation and benefit to the community. Bassett appreciates the collaboration between the HealthZone and ECS.
Asbestos Annual Notification
Notice is hereby given to all employees, parents, students and all other users of the facilities of the Edmeston Central School District, that the district’s original Asbestos Management Plan was submitted to the New York State Education Department in Albany, New York as required under AHERA.
In accordance with EPA’s “ASBESTOS HAZARD EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACT (AHERA)” OF 1987 (40 CFR Part 763) and the New York State “RIGHT TO KNOW LAW”, annual notices pertaining to the inspection and availability of management plans have been posted.
All management plan records are available for review at the business office during regular business hours.
For further information contact the superintendent at (607) 965-8931.
1. COVID-19 Health Questionnaire: Please continue to fill out the online daily health questionnaire. Filling out this questionnaire has been very helpful in preventing sick students from coming to school. Thank you for taking the time to fill this out each day.
2. COVID-19: We will be updating the school website with the newest COVID-19 guidance as soon as it becomes available.
3. Physicals: NYS requires physicals for new entrants, students in grades Pre-K or K, 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, and 11, sports (yearly) and working papers. HealthZone is available to do these exams or you may use your own physician. If you use your own physician, please provide me with a copy of the physical. The fax number at the school is 965-8942.
4. Immunizations: NYS has some new immunization requirements and recommendations. Check with your child’s physician to see what changes may affect your child. I will also notify you if your child needs any vaccinations.
5. Absences: A note, phone call or email is required for all tardiness, absences or early dismissals. If I do not receive a note, email or phone call, the absence will be considered unexcused. According to the attendance policy, if your child has five unexcused absences in a 10 week period, the Principal will send a letter to you and a meeting will be requested.
6. Dismissals: Any student being dismissed early may be picked up at the Security Office at the cafeteria entrance
7. Drop offs: The school building does not open until 7:50 a.m. Please do not drop your children off before 7:50 a.m.
8 Census: We are updating our school census. Please contact me if you have a child that you think may not be on our census.
Please feel free to call me at 965-8609 or email me at [email protected] with any questions or concerns.
Vicki Johnson, School Nurse
Notes from
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Notification to Parents Edmeston Central SchoolPursuant to the federal No Child Left
Behind Act signed into law in January, 2003, the school district must disclose to military recruiters and institutions of higher learning, upon request, the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of our high school students. However, the District must also notify parents of their rights and the rights of their children to request, in writing, that the District NOT release such information if it is requested.
Parents or students who are at least 18 years old, wishing to exercise their option to withhold their consent to the release of the above information to military recruiters and institutions of higher learning must sign and return the form attached below to the K-12 Building Principal by October 7, 2021.
NOTIFICATION TO SCHOOL DISTRICTTO: Mrs. Christine Nichols Edmeston Central School
RE: Reservation of Consent for the Release of Certain Student Information under the No Child Left Behind Act
Please DO NOT release the name, address or telephone number of(Print Name of Student on line above)
_________________________________________________________(Student Signature, if 18 years or older) (Date)
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords parents and students over 18 years of age (“eligible students”) certain rights with respect to the student’s educa-tion records. These rights are: 1. The right to inspect and review the student's education
records within five days of the day the school receives a request for access. Parents ·or eligible students should submit to Mrs. Christine Nichols, K-12 Principal, a written request that identifies the record(s) they wish to inspect. Mrs. Nichols will make arrangements for access and notify the parent or eligible student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.
2. The right to request the amendment of the student 's edu-cation records that the parent or eligible student believes are inaccurate. Parents or eligible students may ask the school to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate. They should write Mrs. Nichols and clearly identify the part of the record they want changed and specify why it is inaccurate. If the school decides not to amend the record as requested by the parent or eligible student, the school will notify the parent or eligible student of the decision and advise them of their right to a hear-ing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the parent or eligible student when notified of the right to a hearing.
3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identi-fiable information contained in the student 's education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the school as an administrator, supervisor, instructor, or support staff member (including health or medical staff and law enforcement unit personnel); a person serving on the School Board, a person or company with whom the school has contracted to perform a special task (such as an attorney, auditor, medical consultant, or therapist); or a parent or student serving on an official commit-tee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional respon-sibility.
4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Depart-ment of Education concerning alleged failures by the Edmeston Central School to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the office that administers FERPA are: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20202-4605.
Notification of Rights Under Ferpafor Elementary & Secondary Schools
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E L E M E N T A R Y C O U N S E L I N G C O R N E R :
10 Tips for Easing Back Into The New School YearNow that summer vacation is coming to a close, here are some tips to help your child ease back into the school
routine. . . and help parents ease back too!
1. To get your child geared up for the new year, help your child write a list of things they are looking forward to when getting back to school (i.e. seeing friends, learning new things etc.) Write a list of goals they have for the upcoming school year (i.e. reading x number of books, staying organized etc.) Plan rewards for success. (Remember rewards don’t have to be costly. Picking a game for game night or a movie for the family to watch are some non-tangible rewards). Creating such lists signal a fresh start!
2. Adjust your child’s sleep routine one or two weeks before going back. The summer holidays often mean getting up late and staying up even later! Now is the time to gradually make bedtime earlier and wake up earlier.
3. Stock up on new school supplies. Within reason, let your child have some say in new school clothes or a new backpack. You do not need to overdo it with spending. (If you are in need of assistance with school supplies, please contact the school).
4. Practice listening and following directions. Make a game out of following two, three or four step directions. Try some new activities to prepare your child for f lexible thinking when trying new things such as trying new foods or taking on a new responsibility at home.
5. If your child is feeling anxious about returning to school, remind them that they’re not the only ones who may be nervous about starting school again. Other students are likely to be just as anxious as they are about the first day of school. Reassure them too, that the teacher knows kids are nervous, and will probably spend time helping students feel more comfortable as they settle into the classroom.
6. If your child is concerned about reconnecting with friends they haven’t seen in months, arrange some playdates. Helping your children reconnect with old friends or strengthen bonds with new ones not only reduces anxiety and stress but also can help your child start the year off on the right foot.
7. Another great way to ease some of your child’s anxiety about going back to school is to get your home ready for the transition. Strategies such as planning school lunches ahead of time, having a set spot for your child to place school items so they can find them easily in the morning and establishing a comfortable homework area to help kids feel in control and relieve some of their anxious feelings.
8. One of the best ways to combat anxiety and stress is to address eating, sleeping, and exercise habits. Make sure kids get enough sleep and eat a balanced diet. Getting adequate sleep, drinking plenty of water and eating healthy food are important for brain function, mood, and the ability to focus and pay attention in school.
9. Likewise, your kids need plenty of opportunities to burn off steam. Some kids like playing active sports while others enjoy a quiet afternoon reading or journaling. Every kid is different. So, make sure you’re choosing activities that are truly stress-relievers for your child.
10. Last, but not least, give your child some one-on-one time to tell you about their day. Parents are busy juggling every-thing however, giving even 15 minutes of undivided and uninterrupted focused attention goes a long way. If you are not able to be there, ask a caregiver to be that person going through the backpack and hearing the stories of the day. Most of all, encourage positivity by sharing and focusing on positive things that happen during the day for yourself and your child.
Katie Russell, Elementary Counselor
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E C S 2 0 2 1 - 2 0 2 2 S C H O O L S U P P L Y L I S T ELEMENTARY
Grade Teacher Supplies
PK Full Extra Change of Clothes
Crib Size Blanket for Rest Time (can bring one small stuffed animal as well to keep in bin)
Markers
Crayons
Glue Sticks
1 Box of Tissues
A Smock (can be just an oversized old t-shirt)
Normal Sized Backpack (large enough to fit a large library book, snowpants, etc.)
2 extra masks
An extra sweatshirt/sweater to keep in bucket
Velcro Sneakers are preferred, but not required**
K Pencil box- please put child’s name on it
Crayons- 1 box of child’s choice
Colored pencils
Markers
Pencils- Please provide a package of 10-12 that will be distributed to your child as needed throughout the year.
Glue sticks- 2 packages
1 white glue bottle
Paint smock
Erasers- 1 package of pencil top erasers
Folders- 2, two pocket folders of your child’s choice (name on please)
1 box of soft tissues for those little noses
1 box of zip lock baggies- any size
A change of clothes in a labeled baggie1st 3-boxes Crayola crayons
12-#2 Ticonderoga pencils
6+ Elmer’s glue sticks
1-bottle Elmer’s glue
1 box Crayola washable markers
1-one subject notebook college ruled
1-container of Lysol or Clorox wipes
1-box zip lock bags (girls-snack sized, boys-gallon sized)
2nd 2 pkgs of #2 Ticonderoga pencils
1 box of 24 Crayola crayons
hard pencil box
2 rectangle erasers
2 canisters of disinfecting wipes
2 glue sticks
1 pkg of Crayola-colored pencils
2 boxes of tissues
3 Mead-Five Star folders with NO center strip
1 pkg. of Crayola markers
1 marble bound wide-ruled composition book
1 roll of paper towels3rd Goodrich 1 – water bottle
1 – package of Wide-Ruled Loose-Leaf Notebook paper
1 – two-pocket folder (hole punched to fit in a binder, no fasteners in center) – any color/design
Multiplication and division flashcards4th Phillips 2 composition notebooks
2 spiral notebooks
5 two pocket folders
2-4 pack of glue sticks
package of #2 Ticonderoga pencils (12 count or higher)
box of colored pencils or crayons
2 boxes of tissues
1 package of Lysol/Clorox wipes
1 pencil case or box
1 package of loose-leaf paper
4th Phillips 2 composition notebooks
2 spiral notebooks
5 two pocket folders
2-4 pack of glue sticks
package of #2 Ticonderoga pencils (12 count or higher)
box of colored pencils or crayons
2 boxes of tissues
1 package of Lysol/Clorox wipes
1 pencil case or box
1 package of loose-leaf paper
4th Mrs. Spado
2pkg #2 pencils
2 notebooks
pencil top erasers
3 folders
1pkg dry erase markers
1pkg highlighters
1pkg crayons/colored pencils
1 pencil box
2 boxes of tissues
4 glue sticks
1pgk Clorox wipes
hand sanitizer
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MIDDLE SCHOOL
Grade Teacher Supplies
5th Math/Science
2 folders (1-red, 1-green) loose leaf paper
5th SS, ELA, Reading
1-folder (not red or green)
2-1 subject notebooks
1” 3 ring binder, lined paper
5th General Sturdy folder for homework folder (may want a back-up
#2 pencils
colored pencils
highlighters
pencil case
glue stick
cap erasers
DONATIONS: Disinfectant wipes and Tissues
6th 1-1.5-inch binder
loose leaf paper
2-2 pocket folders
1-pkg color pencils
#2 Pencils
pencil cap erasers
pencil sharpener with cap to collect shavings
2 book covers that do not stick or adhere to the book.
7th Science w/Mr. Cole
Writing utensils (pens and pencils- graphite and colored)
notebook
folder8th Science
w/Mr. ColeWriting utensils (pens and pencils- graphite and colored) Notebook
Folder
scientific calculator (such as TI-36X, TI-30XIIS, Casio fx-260.
8th Spanish Composition notebook
Dry erase markers
Pens and pencils to last all year
Ear buds (to fit in back pack) – no need for fancy ones
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HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Teacher Supplies
10th Health w/Mr. Smith Pens/Pencils
Folders
5 subject notebook or binder with paper
Agenda/calendar10th Biology w/Mr. Stensland 3 ring binder: 1”
2 pocket folder
Loose leaf paper for notes
Pens (blue or black)
#2 pencils
10th AP Biology w/ Mr. Stensland
3 ring binder: 1.5”
2 pocket folder
Loose leaf paper for notes
Pens (blue or black)
#2 pencils
Scientific calculator
Composition notebook to use for a lab notebook
10th Chemistry w/ Mr. Stensland 3 ring binder: 1”
2 pocket folder
Loose leaf paper for notes
Pens (blue or black)
#2 pencils
Scientific calculator10th Earth Science w/Mr. Miller 3-ring notebook (1 1/2- or 2-inch
rings)
Pencils for labs10th Environmental w/Mr. Miller Spiral or 3-ring notebook with blank,
lined-pages11th Zoology/Botany
w/Mr. Miller3-ring notebook and blank, lined-pages
11th English w/ Mrs. Hickling One sturdy pocket folder per quarter (4 in all)
1” binder to keep in English room as writing portfolio
Composition notebook (journal
11th US History and Government/College US (SUNY Cobleskill) w/ Mr. Smith
5 subject spiral notebooks
pens/pencils
Folders
Agenda/calendar
Spanish Composition notebook
Dry erase markers
Pens and pencils to last all year
Ear buds (to fit in back pack) – no need for fancy ones
Miss. Yorks 5-different colored 2-pocket folders
24-pencils
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BOARD OF EDUCATION: Jay Lyon — President, John E. Holdorf — Vice President, Dave Delker, Laura J. Hawes, Timothy Johnson
ADMINISTRATION: Dr. Gary Furman, Superintendent of Schools; Christine Nichols, Building Principal; Sonja Rusweiler, Business Manager, Kevin Kelly, Director of Special EducationNEWSLETTER STAFF: Jaime Reisen and Miranda Zimmerman, Co-Editors
ECS Photo and Video Opt-Out Form Dear Parent/Guardian:
The Edmeston Central School District regularly publishes photographs, artwork, or videos on the school website and school newletter.
Information about your child, including photographs and/or videos containing your child may be published. In addition, photos/videos of students taken throughout the school year may be published on the school website (www.edmestonce_11tralschool.net) or in the school newsletter.
Please note, if you permit your child’s photo/video to be shared, you do NOT have to fill out this form. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Nichols, Principal at (607) 965-8931.
I elect NOT to have any photos or video of my child used in District publications, including the school website and newsletter. This form n1ust be filled out completely to ensure that your child’s information is kept private. Please print clearly.
Child’s Full Name _____________________________________________________ Grade ______________
Parent/Guardian Full Name (Printed) ___________________________________________________________
Signature of Parent/Guardian __________________________________________________________________
Contact Telephone Number: _______________________________ Date ______________________________
