Schoolhouse News

Posted by Harlem Valley News Posted on March 18, 2016
Posted in Patterson

 

Dear Parents and Friends: 
 
LAST DAY! Take the SCoPE (School Communications Performance Evaluation) Survey NOW!! NOW open until TODAY MARCH 18. Participation takes about 10-15 minutes or less and is completely anonymous. Your feedback is important!
PARENTS:  PLEASE TELL YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS WHO DO NOT HAVE CHILDREN IN THE SCHOOLS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE COMMUNITY VERSION OF THE SURVEY!  Your help is appreciated.
 
TIME IS RUNNING OUT to let your voice be heard about school funding issues. Take a moment to view this video entitled The Last Straw for New York Public Schools featuring Dr. Brenda Myers, Superintendent of Valhalla Schools. Then,  
CALENDAR CHANGE:  THERE WILL BE NO SCHOOL ON MONDAY, MARCH 28, 2016.As of today, we have used one snow day (out of the 5 days built into the 2015-2016 school calendar) and March 28 is designated as the first give-back recess day.
  • Consider running for the CCSD School Board. Three seats are up for election.  Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, a U.S. citizen and a district resident (for the past 30 days). Information and petitions can be obtained by contacting me atsdieck@carmelschools.org  Petitions are due by 5:00 pm on Monday, April 18, 2016.
  • Requests for transportation for private/parochial school and/or childcare locations for the 2016-2017 school year are due by April 1, 2016 to the transportation office.  Applications can be found on the CCSD Transportation website.
  • Come see the CHS Music Production Workshop’s production of “The Wizard of Oz!” Shows are on Friday, April 1 @7pm; Saturday, April 2 @2pm and 7pmand Sunday, April 3 @2pm. Tickets can be purchased athttp://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2461735 and are $12 for adults and $10 for students/senior citizens.  Tickets will also be available at the door, but they’re selling fast and seating is reserved. Questions can be directed to Mr. Ballantoni atpballant@carmelschools.org or 845 225-8441, ext. 478.
  • Carmel students in all grades are participating in the 24th Annual Youth Art Month Community Art Exhibit during March. See student artwork at Anthony Jewelers, Gappy’s Pizza, Gold’s Gym, Healy’s Corner Restaurant, Kent Public Library, Kent Town Hall, Patterson Recreation Center, Patterson Town Hall, Putnam County National Bank, Putnam County Savings Bank, Putnam Hospital Center and Hudson Valley Federal Credit Union. Ceramics created by Mrs. Clancy’s students is on display at Patterson Library through April 21.
  • Parent Seminar, March 31 @7pm in the GFMS Library. Topic: Helping the Student with Social Challenges Using Thinking, presented by CCSD Clinical staff members Karen Wrobel and Kathy MacCarthy. Open to parents of children with special needs.
  • Continuing Ed registration is ongoing.  Still openings in many great programs.Check it out!

Carmel High School News
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  • The CHS Junior Post Prom takes place on Friday, April 8. Volunteers are needed for decorating and chaperoning. Donations of old cassette tapes, a few quilts, old musical instruments and/or cases and canned soda are also needed.  Contact Sue Stone chspa@carmelschools.org  to help.  Monetary donations can be made by visiting www.gofundme.com/pcjay2kk 
  • The CHS Parents Association Merit Award application is now available.Applicants must be graduating with their class this June and must attend a technical school, 2-year college, or 4pyear college after graduation. Applications may be downloaded in the scholarship section in Naviance. Completed applications are due by 5pm on Tuesday, April 26.
  • Paint & Sip Party Fundraiser for Carmel Track & Field. Sunday, April 3, 1 pm at Healy’s Corner Restaurant, 474 Rt. 52, Carmel. $45/pp. Sign up atwww.ArtOnTheVineLLC.com RSVP by March 23. Contact Kelli Castronuovo atvinkel1@yahoo.com for info.

George Fischer Middle School News
  • Save the date:  “The Anatomy of a Middle Schooler,” on Thursday, April 7 at 7:30pm in the GFMS Large Café.  Presented by Bruce Kelly of the Putnam Communities that Care Coalition and jointly sponsored by the GFMS PTA and Pupil Services.
  • Time. Yearbooks. Both are running out! The GFMS yearbook is filled with all the moments that have made our school year memorable. There are a few copies left, but not many. Buy today!  Visit www.jostensyearbooks.com Yearbooks are $48 plus sales tax.
  • The Annual GFMS Walk for Heart Event, to support the American Heart Association, takes place during the week of May 3-6 during PE classes. Kick-off date is April 4 & 5. Students who raise $150 before this kick-off date will earn the “Toby Top Dog” price in addition to other great prizes. Surprise incentive for all students who create their online donation page and send 15 emails. Visitheart.org/hoops and search for George Fischer Middle School under Carmel, NY. Matching donations accepted. GFMS Spirit Wear is available for purchase.
  • Check out the GFMS PTA Facebook page for updates and news!

Matthew Paterson Elementary School News
  • The March edition of Mrs. MacCarthy’s Caring for Kids newsletter is chock full of information on Transitions & more. Check it out!
  • SAVE THE DATE: This year’s Color-A-Thon is Saturday, April 9 at GFMS. Fundraising packets must have been returned by March 11, however online donations will be accepted until 3/25.
  • Time is running out!!  Don’t miss out!! Yearbooks are available for purchase atwww.yearbookordercenter.com using code #20839. Cost is $25 through March 30; $30 after March 31. Quantities are limited. NOTE: Fourth graders receive a free yearbook, courtesy of the MPES PTO! 
  • Mixed bag fundraiser information has been sent home with your student on. Consider participating in this exciting fundraising opportunity!  Orders are due byMarch 29.
  • The MPES School Store has great new items for the new year. All items are $1 or less.
  • MPES Spiritwear is in and available for purchase. Amazing, comfy sweatshirts, t-shirts, etc. Buy some Spiritwear today for your favorite MPES student! Contact the MPES PTO for more info.

Kent Primary School News
  • Got a talent? Show it off at the KPSPTO 9th Annual Talent Show on May 6, 2016! Get your act together with friends or go solo.  REGISTER NOW!!  Details can be found in Peachjar.
  • MARK YOUR CALENDAR!! Color-a-Thon is Saturday, April 9 at GFMS. All three elementary schools are teaming up for one great event! All donations were due by March 11 but online donations will be accepted until March 25. Each student must raise $30 to participate and receive a bag, color pack and t-shirt. Envelopes and info was sent home. Contact president@kpspto.org
  • School store is open for grades 1-4 every Friday from 12-2 p.m. when school is in session. $5 student limit. To volunter, email volunteers@kpspto.org
  • Visit 4ourschool.com to place online orders at your favorite retailers, while your purchases earn cash back for KPSPTO — at no additional cost to you!
  • Visit the KPSPTO website for additional information on events and activities!
  • Like the KPSPTO on Facebook

Kent Elementary School News
News from the KEPTO:
  • Color-a-thon!!! KES has teamed up with KPS and MPES to participate in a color run on April 9 at GFMS. Keep in mind that you do not have to run, you can also walk! Deadline has been extended to register either online or turn in packets no later than March 29. Have a friend who wants to join in on the fun? They can register too!Registration begins at 9am and the run/walk begins at 10am. Contact the KEPTO with any questions. Register here and don’t forget to pick KES!!
  • Spring Break—March 21-28th, returning on Tuesday, March 29.
  • Talent Show–Auditions were held on March 15 & 16. We have some talented kids! The KES Talent show takes place on April 29 @6:30pm at GFMS.
  • School Store will be open March 30 during lunch hours. Send your child with no more than $5 in a sealed envelope with their name and teacher on it. The PTO volunteers will be on hand to help children. REMINDER–if school has a delayed opening, the school store will be closed.
  • KEPTO Discount Cards! The card pays for itself after just a few uses! With this card you can purchase 1 small popcorn and get a 2nd small popcorn for FREE!! Cards are $10/each. To purchase contact kepto@carmelschools.org or visit the KES Main Office. Great teacher, bus driver, mail carrier, babysitter, etc. presents! To see the card visit http://kepto.org
  • School Breakfast. Running late in the morning? No problem. For just $1.50 your child can get breakfast at KES from 9-9:30am every day school is in session. So no worries about having to stop somewhere to grab breakfast on the way to school.
  • Yearbooks are on sale now! Purchase your child’s yearbook atwww.yearbookordercenter.com using code #24490. Early Bird Special until March 18th: 1 for $25; and 2 or more books for $23/ea. NOTE: Fourth graders receive a free yearbook, courtesy of the KEPTO.

COMMUNITY NEWS
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KENT CONSERVATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE & THE FRIENDS OF THE GREAT SWAMP
CARMEL FIRE DEPT. AUXILIARY
Annual pasta dinner, Saturday, March 19 from 5-7pm at the Carmel Fire House; Cost $10/pp, Children 4-12 are $5; age 3 and under-free.
GREEN CHIMNEYS CLEARPOOL CAMPUS
Spring Break Camp, March 21-25; Clearpool Summer Camp Open House, April 3; Family Amphibian Hunt, April 9; Mother/Daughter Weekend, April 16-17. Visit
FREE RABIES VACCINATION CLINIC-PUTNAM CO. DEPT. OF HEALTH
March 26 from 2-5 pm at the South Putnam Animal Hospital, 230B Baldwin Place Rd., Mahopac. Open to all Putnam Co. residents.  Call 845 808-1390, ext. 43127 for information.
GIRLSCOUTS OPEN HOUSE
Monday, March 21 from 6-7:30pm in the Mahopac Library Community Room, 668 Rt. 6, Mahopac. Every girl must be accompanied by an adult. For information call Jessica Rodulfo at 914 747-3080, ext. 778 or jrodulfo@girlscoutshh.org
PATTERSON PIRATES 2016 COOPERSTOWN TEAM – MOVIE FUNDRAISER
“Sandlot,” Thursday, March 24 at 10am at Carmel Cinemas. $15 donation includes a small drink, small popcorn and a chance to win a raffle prize! Come one, come all! Play ball!
PATTERSON RELAY FOR LIFE – MOVIE FOR A CAUSE
“Zootopia,” Thursday, March 24 at 10am at the Empire Cinema, Brewster. $8/pp includes popcorn and drink. All proceeds benefit Patteson’s Relay for Life.
NY CHUANG YEN CHINESE SCHOOL
Learn Chinese. Spring semester begins April 3. 10% off tuition for CCSD students who register before March 10. For info or to register visit
PLANT PUTNAM 2016
Putnam County Tree and Shrub Seedling Sale. Orders must be placed by March 30. Visit
http://www.putnamcountyny.com/keepputnamgreen/ to order online or download an Order Form.  For more information contact Lauri Taylor at 845 878-7918 or
DRUG CRISIS IN OUR BACKYARD
Power Hour Exchange: The New Face of Heroin Addition, March 30 from 7:30-8:30pm at the Hendrick Hudson Free Library. Doors open at 7pm.
CORNELL COOPERATIVE EXTENTION BEE-FRIENDLY BACKYARD PROGRAM
Saturday, April 2 from 10:30am to 3pm at the Bureau of Emergency Services, 112 Old Rt. 6, Carmel. Learn practices you can adopt to your home landscape. $25/pp. Call 845 278-6738 or register at http://putnam.cce.cornell.edu/events
CHADD of PUTNAM & VICINITY
Next meeting is April 5 at Four Winds Hospital Conf. Center, Rt. 35, Katonah. Topic: “The Psychiatric Medicine Decision: Choosing a Treatment for Your Child with AD/HD” Support Session: 6:30-7:15pm; General meeting: 7:30pm. $5 donation. www.chadd.net/376
LADIES AUXILIARY BINGO
Ladies Auxiliary, sponsored by Our Lady of the Lakes Council # 6318 of the K of C is hosting their 1st Designer Bag Bingo, Friday, April 15. Reserved/paid seating only, limited to 100. Email for info: LADIESKOFC@GMAIL.COM
CARMEL ROTARY FILL THE TRUCK EVENT
Saturday and Sunday, April 16 & 17 at the Shop Rite Plaza.  Food donations will be given to local food pantries including St. John’s in Mahopac, Gilead in Carmel, and Putnam CAP.
THE TECH CENTER AT YORKTOWN-SUMMER CAMP
For 12-15 year olds–4 one week sessions in July (7/5-8; 7/11-15, 7/18-22; 7/25-29). Registration open now at
 or www.pnwboces.org/tech.  Contact for info: Gerry Battista at 914-248-2220.
CAMP HERRLICH-CAMPS & ENRICHMENT SESSIONS
1. Spring Break Vacation Camp. Send the kids to Camp for some outdoor fun. Visit
2. Spring Enrichment Clubs for KES and KPS students! Soccer, Yoga, and Art Clubs start the week of March 28. Visit www.campherrlich.org/aasp for flyer and registration info.
3. Summer Day Camp! Early Bird Specials end March 1. Visitwww.campherrlich.org/daycamp for information.
PUTNAM CO. SHERRIF DEPT PARTICIPATES IN SHERRIF’S CAMP
June 26–July 2, 2016. For children ages 9-12 years old. For information contact Janeen Cunningham at 845 808-1600, ext. 46120 or Deputy Michael Schmidt at 845 225-4300, ext. 42385.
PIED PIPER YOUTH THEATER SUMMER CAMP
 
PUTNAM CO. PARKS DEPT. SEEKS LIFEGUARDS
Memorial Day through Labor Day. Putnam County Veterans Memorial Park, Carmel. Current certification required at time of application. Contact Christopher Ruthven at 845 808-1994.

Author: Harlem Valley News