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A MESSAGE WELCOME TO THE 2013-2014 SCHOOL YEAR As another new school year begins, I would like to reiterate how proud I am to have had the opportunity to lead the New Rochelle School District for the past several years, and I hold great optimism for the future that lies ahead. Our school district could not be successful without supportive parents, active community members, dedicated staff members, hardworking and ambitious students, and cooperative officials in our city government – all of whom embody New Rochelle. I would also be remiss if I didn’t mention the Board of Education, whose members volunteer countless hours on behalf of the children of our community to ensure they receive a quality educational experience. As we all work in partnership to achieve this mission, we also take great pride in celebrating the achievements of our students and schools across the district. For many, 2012-13 was the “Year of Champions,” as our varsity football squad brought home a title. We later saw one of our own alumni athletes – NFL star Ray Rice – reach the pinnacle of professional football by winning a Super Bowl and bringing the celebration back home to the streets of our city. Earlier in the fall, we welcomed members of last year’s Super Bowl Champion Giants team to work with our students, as well. Just as recently as last month, we were reminded of the national attention New Rochelle received as Khalil Edney’s famous buzzer beater shot was nominated for an ESPY by ESPN Sports Network. While athletics are a vital component to any school system’s extracurricular program and overall pride, the academic achievements of our students and schools are what ultimately measure educational success. This year we had multiple National Merit Semifinalists and Commended Students, National Achievement Scholarship Semifinalists, FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT National Achievement Program Outstanding Participants and National Hispanic Recognition Program Finalists, among numerous other award winners. We continue to produce a large number of Advanced Placement Scholars, and more and more of our students are pursuing college-level courses. Additionally this year, we launched a new Social Studies Honors Society at the high school, inducting 64 new members. In addition, three of our schools received national recognition for providing healthy food options to our students. Our fine arts program continues to flourish as well, with numerous students receiving All-State and All-County music recognition. This past year was not without adversity for all, as we had to endure power outages, property damage and school disruption as a result of Superstorm Sandy. Yet with our partners in the city and community, we banded together to pick ourselves up and press on for a prosperous year. I hope you find this calendar/directory to be a helpful reference for information about our schools and to keep you apprised of your child’s activities and all of the wonderful school and community events that take place in New Rochelle. I invite you to be an active partner and contributor to our school district. Sincerely yours, Richard E. Organisciak Superintendent of Schools BOARD OF EDUCATION David Lacher, President Lianne Merchant, Vice President Naomi Brickel Pamela Davis Jeffrey Hastie Valerie Orellana Chrisanne Petrone Deirdre Polow Rachel Relkin CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION Richard E. Organisciak, Superintendent of Schools Jeffrey Korostoff, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent - Curriculum & Instruction Diane Massimo, Ph.D., Assistant Superintendent - Instructional Support Services John B. Quinn, Assistant Superintendent - Business and Administration Joseph Williams, Assistant to the Superintendent for Human Resources Lisdalia Saraiva, Clerk & Secretary Carol Amorello, Treasurer Paul Costiglio, Communications & Media Specialist Christine Coleman, Ph.D., Director of Technology Rhonda Jones, Ph.D., Director of Pupil Services John Gallagher, Director of Environmental Services Yvette Goorevitch, Director of Special and Alternative Education Adrienne Weiss-Harrison, M.D., F.A.A.P., Medical Director/School Physician Elena Dilion, Supervisor, English Language Learners Published by the Board of Education of the City School District of New Rochelle. Produced by the Public Information Office. www.nred.org
CALENDAR AND DIRECTORY OF THE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT OF NEW ROCHELLE 2013-2014 Award-Winning School District Elementary - Secondary School Recognition Program United States Department of Education · New York State Department of Education BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETINGS The Board’s regular monthly meetings held in public are generally scheduled on the first Tuesday of each month at 8:00 p.m. at school district offices on the second floor of City Hall. These meetings are preceded by a Committee of the Whole session (C.O.W.) at 7:00 p.m. A second Committee of the Whole session is held the last Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Parents and residents are invited to attend all meetings, especially those held the first Tuesday which often feature presentations of educational programs. Meetings are listed in the calendar and announced in the local media. COMMUNICATIONS WITH THE BOARD The Board provides time at its regular monthly meetings for the public to be heard. Speakers may be included on the Board’s printed agenda by contacting the Clerk and Secretary (576-4219) at least one day prior to the Board’s meeting. Additionally, the Board may set aside a time slot during the Committee of the Whole session held in public on the last Tuesday of the month for an informal discussion with members of the public. Residents who wish to communicate with the Board by letter may address their communication to the President, Board of Education, 515 North Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10801. Questions concerning administrative matters or individual students should not be directed to the Board until the appropriate staff members or administrators have first been contacted. In cases of questions or problems concerning a student, parents should first contact the teacher or guidance counselor, then the principal, and then, if necessary, the Superintendent of Schools or his staff. If after these contacts, questions still remain, the matter may then be brought to the attention of the Board of Education. Experience has shown that most problems can be resolved with the least delay if the staff member nearest the problem is approached first. 2013-2014 SCHOOL DATES* Sept. 3 General Staff Orientation (Tues.) Sept. 4 Schools Open (Wed.) Sept. 5, 6 Schools & Offices Closed - Rosh Hashanah (Thurs. & Fri.) Oct. 14 Schools & Offices Closed - Columbus Day (Mon.) Nov. 5 Superintendent’s Conference Day - Students do not attend (Tues.) Nov. 11 Schools & Offices Closed - Veterans Day (Mon.) Nov. 27-29 Schools & Offices Closed - Thanksgiving (Wed., Thurs. & Fri.) Dec. 23-Jan. 3 Schools Closed - Recess (Offices Closed 12/24, 12/25, 12/31, 1/1) Jan. 6 Schools Reopen (Mon.) Jan. 20 Schools & Offices Closed - Martin Luther King Day (Mon.) Feb. 17-21 Schools Closed - Winter Recess (Mon.-Fri.) (Offices Closed 2/17) Apr. 14-21 Schools Closed - Spring Recess (Mon.-Mon.) (Offices Closed 4/18, 4/21) May 23** Weather Make-up Day #2 (Fri.) May 26 Schools & Offices Closed - Memorial Day (Mon.) May 27** Weather Make-up Day #1 (Tues.) June 27 Last Day of School (Fri.) *Calendar subject to change **New York state requires a minimum 180-day calendar. If schools must be closed more than two days due to inclement weather or other emergency, school will be held for a full day on May 27, a “make-up” day. If an additional day is needed, May 23 will be used. Parents who have any questions concerning days of religious observance should contact their principals. Half-Days: The following days are scheduled half-days for parent-teacher conferences or curriculum development. In addition, middle schools and the high school have three half-days scheduled on Oct. 16, Dec. 4 and March 12: Sept. 3 Sept. 24 Oct. 16 Oct. 30 Dec. 4 Dec. 11 March 12 June 25 June 26 June 27 Schools Open Curriculum Development Curriculum Development Curriculum Development Parent Conference/Curriculum Development Parent Conference Parent Conference/Curriculum Development Clerical Day Clerical Day Promotion Day www.nred.org
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