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MSHS Tuesday Newsday May 11, 2021
A reminder that the Budget Vote, Athletic Field Project Bond, and BOE Trustee Election will take place, in person, at PQ on May 18th from 7am - 9pm. Click here to see info regarding voter registration and absentee ballots.
Only the following four Regents Exams are scheduled to be administered in June 2021:
- English Language Arts (June 17)
- Living Environment (June 22)
- Algebra (June 23)
- Earth Science-written test only (June 24)
Please see attached letter for more information
Just a quick update. The District and our engineers had an extensive meeting with Westchester DOH and were presented with a list of questions and requirements mostly related to the newly promulgated PFOS and PFOA standards. Our engineers are preparing our response and a follow-up meeting has been scheduled for 2-weeks.
May 12
May 19
A Blood Drive In Honor of Victoria Lodewick a teacher at PQ
“A blood transfusion saved my life” - these are the words of beloved kindergarten teacher Victoria Lodewick of Pequenakonck Elementary School, who is battling leukemia. Please donate a pint of blood in her honor - let's rally for Victoria! See attached flyer for details
The dates for High School Virtual Awards are listed below. If your child is receiving an award, you will receive an email with the link to join the virtual awards ceremony.
FROM THE COUNSELING DEPARTMENT
- StudyPoint Tutoring runs practice ACT and SAT test events that you can take virtually from your home. Anyone who participates will also receive a free score analysis that breaks down how you did by section, question type, and content area so you can get a sense for where you might want to do some review prior to the real thing. Multiple practice tests are run each week. If you're interested you can view available dates and register for a test at https://site.studypoint.com/virtual-practice-tests.
- A new community service opportunity has been added! Students, remember to check the community service section of the website as new opportunities are added periodically. https://ny50000167.schoolwires.net/Page/4107
- The Path” is a series of virtual live and on-demand events, hosted by NYS HESC (Higher Education Services Corp), and designed to help New York’s students on their path toward a higher education. Students and their families can get advice about accessing and financing a college education from higher education experts by attending these events from the comfort of their homes. Browse the upcoming events to join a discussion with HESC. Can’t make our virtual live event? Visit the on-demand events library to view archived events at your leisure. Click here.
- SUNY Virtual Spring Fair on 5/22. During the fair, students will be able to communicate with campus representatives from nearly early SUNY campus. Students can find more information/registration at edu/attend/events/virtual-college-fair/.
DRIVER'S EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY
A local high school is offering a driver's education program and has opened registration to North Salem students. Please see the link below for more information
FOOD SERVICES
Meal pickup is still available at the school from 8:30-9:15 am. Please email kseikovsky@northsalemschools.org the number of students per family.
NEWS FROM THE NURSE
The New York State Education Department has changed the Health Appraisal Form required for all physicals. Effective 7/1/2021 only the specified form (Revised in 2020) is acceptable. All other Health Appraisal Forms will be considered invalid.
During these uncertain times, it may be difficult to decide whether or not your child should attend school if they are not feeling well. Feel free to reach out for guidance with any medical questions or concerns regarding your child's symptoms or illness. Also, please do not send your child to school if they're not feeling well. I am happy to help you through the process of making sure your child should attend school.
Rita Driscoll, R.N.
ATHLETICS
Spring Sports Update
Update #4 5/11th 2021
HIGH SCHOOL SPRING SPORTS (Varsity and JV) Monday, April 19th through June 13th
Baseball, Softball, Track and Field, Boys Golf, Boys Lacrosse and Girls Lacrosse
MIDDLE SCHOOL SPRING SPORTS Monday, April 26th through June 11th
Baseball, Softball, Track and Field, Boys Lacrosse and Girls Lacrosse
Section One Spectator Policy: The North Salem School District will be following the Section One Policy for Spectators. This includes two spectators per athlete at all home and away contests.
****Please be advised that opposing schools may be more restrictive. You will be notified in advance if a school informs us of no visiting spectators.
All Varsity and JV, and Modified spectators must wear the North Salem ID tag to all home and away contests.Spectators are no longer required to complete a COVID health screening. All athletes must complete a COVID health screening for all practices and games in order to be eligible.
End of Season Athletic Awards Varsity and JV Student Athletes
Fall, Winter and Fall 2 (Volleyball) Spring is TBD
This year, due to COVID and social distancing guidelines and procedures, we will be recognizing Varsity and JV Student Athletes in person in the High School Gymnasium on the following dates and times. We will be following all social distancing requirements including wearing a face mask at all times.
We realize that this is not ideal, however providing the coaches with an opportunity to celebrate their end of season in person with their student athletes is the goal.
The athletic awards will be live streamed for every date/time from Local Live: https://events.
As a result of the live streaming, spectators and parents are not permitted to attend. Coaches will provide a brief overview of the season and awards to all student athletes. This includes: certificates-underclassmen, MVP, MIP, 4 year, 5 year plaques and All Section and All League Plaques.
Remote Students: Are permitted to attend. But must submit a COVID Health Screening to your coach upon arrival.
Transportation: Late buses are available Tuesday through Thursdays at 3:45pm. Parents may pick up at 3:00pm at the HS/MS Main Entrance.
Fall, Winter, Fall 2 High School Gym 2:15-3:00pm
On behalf of the Athletic Department and the Coaching staff, we look forward to sharing your child’s experience as we learn more about COVID-19 and the challenges that we are presented with on a daily basis regarding athletics. We continue to plan and align our procedures with the current guidance from the New York State Education Department, the CDC, and the Westchester County Department of Health as well as the NYSPHSAA Return to Play Guidelines.
We continue to focus on providing our student-athletes the best educational opportunities available. Our community plays a role in sustaining a spring season athletic program. Please continue to follow current practices to mitigate the impact of COVID-19.
- Wear a mask
- Practice social distancing
- Wash your hands
We will share new information when it becomes available. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at:
(914-669-5414 x 2101) or dkiernan@northsalemschools.
As always, thank you for your support of our athletic program and our entire school community.
Stay healthy, stay safe, stay TIGER strong!
Sincerely,
Denise M. Kiernan, CAA
Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics
- Attention Senior Varsity Athletes: Booster Club Scholarship Applications are now available. Scholarships for $1000 each will be awarded to two Senior varsity athletes that meet all the requirements and completes the scholarship application. Deadline: Friday, May 21, 2021. *Please see the attachment below for details.
- Booster Club Clothing Drive: Just in time for Spring Cleaning! Saturday, May 22, 2021. Location: NS Ambulance Corp *See flyer attachment below for details
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Clothing Drive Volunteers needed! Saturday, 5/22, 9 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Great opportunity for student athletes to give back to their community and earn volunteer service hours. Adult volunteers needed also.
- Executive Board Positions Available: If interested in becoming more involved, please contact us at northsalemboosterclub@gmail.com
- NS Spiritwear Available: Check out some new items for spring! Go to www.nshsboosterclub.com
COMMUNITY LINKS
Driver Education Opportunity - Local HS
Handmade Outdoor Bazaar
Events at Keeler Library