School House News

Posted by Harlem Valley News Posted on April 1, 2016
Posted in Education, Patterson

 

Dear Parents and Friends: 
 
  • 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. 
  • Westchester Putnam School Boards Association is holding a “Prospective School Board Member” workshop on Monday, April 11 from 6:45–9p.m. at the Education House, 5 Homeside Lane, White Plains, NY. If you are considering a run for the school board, this is a great workshop. Register at www.wpsba.org
  • Requests for transportation for private/parochial school and/or childcare locations for the 2016-2017 school year are due by TODAY 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 this weekend on Friday, April 1 @7pm; Saturday, April 2 @2pm and 7pm and 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.
  • Parents as Partners meeting on Wednesday, April 6 at 7 p.m. There will be a review of elementary and middle school continuum of Special Education services for 2016-2017
  • Parent Seminar is rescheduled for Thursday, April 7 in the GFMS large café at 7:00 p.m. (originally scheduled for April 14). Topic: Anatomy of a Middle Schooler. Co-sponsored by the GFMS PTA and Pupil Services. Presented by Bruce Kelly of the Putnam Communities that Care Coalition.
  • Travel Abroad to Venice, Vienna & Prague for spring break of 2017. Informational meeting for parents interested in sending their child will be held on Thursday, April 7 at 6:30 p.m. in room 400 at CHS. The trip is open to all Carmel students who will be in high school during the 2016-2017 school year (the tour of China for 2017 has been canceled due to lack of inters). Parents may also contact Mr. Buccheri (rbuccher@carmelschools.org) or Ms. Tornatore (stornato@carmelschools.org).

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 
  • 22nd Annual Putnam County Youth Forum is Monday, April 4 at Clearpool Education Center. Interested students should see their school administration or guidance department for permission to attend. Transportation will be provided. For additional info call the Cornell Coop. Ext. at 845 278-6738.
  • 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 7pm 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

 

  • This year’s Color-A-Thon is Saturday, April 9 at GFMS. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the run/walk begins at 10 a.m. This is an amazing event! Hope to see you there!
  • Time is running out!!  Don’t miss out!! Yearbooks are available for purchase atwww.yearbookordercenter.com using code #20839. Cost is $30. Quantities are limited. NOTE: Fourth graders receive a free yearbook, courtesy of the MPES PTO! 
  • The MPES School Store has great new items for the new year. All items are $1 or less. Mark your calendars–the upcoming school store date is April 15.
  • 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! Contactpresident@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! 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!!
  • Talent Show–We have some talented kids! The KES Talent show takes place on April 29 @6:30pm at GFMS.
  • School Store will be open April 6 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.
  • School Breakfast is just $1.50 and takes place at KES every school day from 9-9:30 a.m.!
  • KEPTO Discount Card Sale–$8! 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 $8/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
  • Yearbook!  It’s that time of year to purchase your child’s yearbook atwww.yearbookordercenter.com using code #24490. NOTE:  4th graders receive a free yearbook, courtesy of the KEPTO!

COMMUNITY NEWS
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GREEN CHIMNEYS CLEARPOOL CAMPUS
Clearpool Summer Camp Open House, April 3; Family Amphibian Hunt, April 9; Mother/Daughter Weekend, April 16-17. Visit
NY CHUANG YEN CHINESE SCHOOL
Learn Chinese. Spring semester begins April 3. For info or to register visit
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
BIZCON- HOME, BUSINESS & LIFESTYLE SHOW
Local businesses & Non-profit organizations. Saturday, April 9, 11am to 4pm at the Putnam Gold Course, Mahopac. Free admission. Public welcome and encouraged to attend. Co sponsored by Cornell Coop. Ext. and Mahopac Chamber of Commerce. For info visitwww.PutnamBizcon.com or call 845 628-5553.
EARTH ANGESL RELAY FOR LIFE, PATTERSON
Coloring for a Cure, Saturday, April 9 from 12-4pm at the Knights of Columbus, Fair St., Carmel. Fin fundraising event for adults. Coloring, food, drink, door prizes, raffles, 50/50. $30/pp. All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. For information emailmpiccian@aol.com
DRUG CRISIS IN OUR BACKYARD
The Drug Epidemic: A Judicial Perspective with Donald B. Smith, Robert Tendy and Hon. James Reitz on April 14 from 7-9pm at the Donald B. Smith Training Center, 112 Old Rd. 6, Carmel.
THE NATURE OF KENT
Learn about the rich natural wonders of Kent at the Kent Public Library on Tuesday, April 12 at 7 pm.  Beth Herr and Dave Ehnebuske present an armchair tour of the many places people can enjoy hiking, fishing, kayaking, hunting, photography, mountain-biking, bird-watching and sketching in Kent.
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.
SQUARE FOOT GARDENING
Learn how to use your vegetable garden space to its fullest potential. Offered by the Cornell Cooperative Ext., 1 Geneva Rd., Brewster. Saturday, April 16, 10-11:30am. Fee is $15/pp. Register online at http://putnam.cce.cornell.edu/events or call 845 278-6738.
MEDICATION TAKE BACK DAY
Saturday, April 23, 9am to 2pm at Putnam Hospital Center Wagner Cancer Pavilion, 670 Stoneleigh Ave.,  Carmel. For info call 845 808-1390, ext. 43166.
KENT VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT. OPEN HOUSE
Sunday, April 24, 10am to 3pm., 2490 Route 301, Carmel. See the equipment, apparatus, gear and more. Food, beverages, games and fire and EMS demonstrations.
PUTNAM HOCKEY ASSOCIATION
Openings for travel players for 2016-2017 season. Loaner equipment may be available for new players. Tryout info can be found at http://putnamhockey.com/Page.asp?n=89551&org=PUTNAMHOCKEY.COM. Email info@putnamhockey.com with inquiries.
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
Summer Day Camp–enrolling now! check out www.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.
ARTS ON THE LAKE SUMMER BAND & STRINGS CAMPS Taught by CCSD music faculty. Band Camp is July 11-14 and Strings Camp is July 18-21. Discounts for early bird sign-ups by April 1 or June 15. For info visit www.artsonthelake.org

Author: Harlem Valley News