C-RCS 2015-16 community calendar

Cobleskill
Richmondville
CENTRAL
SCHOOL
DISTRICT
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www.crcs.k12.ny.us
2015-16 District Calendar
District Directory
High School (grades 9-12)
1353 State Route 7, Richmondville, NY 12149. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 234-3565. . . . . . Fax: 234-9006
Melissa Ausfeld, High School Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 1001
Michael Robbins, Assistant Principal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 1000
Susan Conti, Coordinator of Special Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 234-2742. . . . . . Fax: 234-2744
Dale Wotherspoon, Athletic Director. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 1123
Amy Stuart, Food Service Supervisor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 1052
Ryder Elementary School
doors open 7:56
classes begin 8:15
parent pick up 3:00
dismissal 3:05
buses depart 3:21
William H. Golding Middle School (grades 6-8)
193 Golding Drive, Cobleskill, NY 12043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 234-8368. . . . . . Fax: 234-4114
F. Scott McDonald, Middle School Principal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 2010
Jeffrey Klenk, Assistant Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 2011
Radez Elementary School
doors open 7:48
classes begin 8:10
dismissal 2:58
buses depart 3:00
Joseph B. Radez Elementary School (grades 3-5) . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 294-6621. . . . . . Fax: 294-6425
319 Main Street, Richmondville, NY 12149
Brett Barr, Principal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 4001
George D. Ryder Elementary School (grades pre-K-2)
143 Golding Drive, Cobleskill, NY 12043 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 234-2585. . . . . . Fax: 234-7956
Kevin Kelly, Principal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 5000
District Office
155 Washington Avenue, Cobleskill, NY 12043. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 234-4032. . . . . . Fax 234-7721
Business Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fax 234-2846
Carl Mummenthey, Superintendent of Schools. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 2000
Tracy Fraleigh, School Business Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 2008
William Wolfanger, Director Pupil Personnel Services (office in Ryder)
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 234-3165. . . . . . Fax: 234-1018
Susan Brower, Technology Coordinator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 2035
Personnel Office. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 2008
Maintenance Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 234-4133. . . . . . Fax: 234-2846
William Himme, Director of Facilities
Transportation Center
284 Elm Street, Cobleskill, NY 12043. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phone: 234-7491. . . . . . Fax: 234-3734
William Himme, Transportation Supervisor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 5303
Ruth Reardon, Head Bus Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ext. 5301
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BUILDING TIMES
Golding Middle School
doors open 7:56
classes begin 8:10
dismissal 3:15
buses depart 3:21
High School
doors open 7:30
homeroom begins 7:52
dismissal 2:45
buses depart 2:55
Keep up with
everything happening at
Cobleskill-Richmondville
Central Schools
throughout the year
by visiting the district’s
website:
www.crcs.k12.ny.us.
ANNUAL NOTIFICATIONS INDEX
Release of Student Information Under
No Child Left Behind (NCLB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
School Meals Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Attendance Policy Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Immunization Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Code of Conduct Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
School Closing Procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Community Use of Facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Free and Reduced Meal Program. . . . . . . . . . . . 14-17
Anti-Discrimination/Sexual Harassment Guidelines. . . 20
Firearms Prohibition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Drug Free/Tobacco Free School Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Pesticide Neighbor Notification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Asbestos Management Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Comprehensive Wellness Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Student Privacy Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Publicity Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Release of Student Directory Information. . . . . . . . . 30
Release of Student Information Under No Child Left
Behind (NCLB) Pursuant to the federal education
legislation also known as the No Child Left Behind
Act, C-RCS must disclose to military recruiters,
upon request, the names, addresses and telephone
numbers of high school students. The district must
also notify parents of their right and the right of the
child to request that the district not release such
information without prior written parental consent.
Parents (or students if they are age 18 or older)
wishing to exercise their option to withhold their
consent to the release of the above information to
military recruiters are asked to sign and return a
form available from the high school office.
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Learn Forward
Dear Parents and Community
Members,
It’s my pleasure to welcome you
to the 2015-16 school year at
Cobleskill-Richmondville!
We’re welcoming back a
talented team of administrators,
teachers, and staff, all of whom
are looking forward to the return
of students to our campuses. We
also are pleased to welcome some
talented new individuals to join
our team this fall. To each, I
extend a hearty C-R welcome!
Last year, we heard from many
of you how much you missed
a printed school calendar. You
spoke and we listened. In this
publication, you’ll find many
important notices for students
and parents. You’ll also find a
monthly calendar highlighting
many of our school programs,
activities, and events. We hope
this publication will be a helpful
resource for you and your
extended family.
We begin the new school year
positioned for great success.
Last June, our school district
and Golding Middle School
were released from the state’s
struggling schools list as a result
of improved student achievement
in the areas of English language
arts and mathematics. This
summer, teams of teachers from
each of our four schools have
been engaged in important
work. They’ve been developing
and aligning their curricula
and honing their instructional
practices. They also have
been preparing to implement
or extend some exciting new
programs: new literacy and
reading initiatives at Ryder and
Radez elementary schools; a
continuation of our successful
WEB (Where Everyone Belongs)
mentoring program and the
introduction of extended
mathematics study at Golding
Middle School; and virtual AP
and distance learning programs
and a new alternative education
program at our high school.
All of our work is driven by
our shared commitment to our
students. We seek to ensure
that all C-R students enjoy
outstanding academic, cocurricular, and extracurricular
programs, develop college and
career readiness, and actively
Superintendent of Schools
Carl Mummenthey
engage as global citizens.
We have arduous and
important work ahead of us, and
I look forward to leading and
supporting our work this year. In
closing, I extend gratitude to the
many individuals who worked so
hard this summer in anticipation
of the arrival of our students in
September. And to each of our new
and returning students, I extend
my best wishes for a successful and
rewarding school year!
Mr. Carl Mummenthey,
Superintendent of Schools
School Meals Program
An application for free or reduced-price school meals can be found in
the center of this calendar. All completed applications should be turned in to
the district food services supervisor as soon as possible at the start of the school
year. Applications for free or reduced-price meals may also be completed anytime
during the school year when a family’s income or size of household changes.
2015-16 Prices
Breakfast
Item
Ryder/Radez Middle School High School
Adults*
Breakfast
$2.00
$2.25
$2.25
$2.75
A la Carte Entree
$1.50
$1.75
$1.75
$2.25
Milk
$0.50
$0.50
$0.50
$1.00
Fruit
$0.50
$0.50
$0.50
$1.00
Juice
$0.50
$0.50
$0.50
$1.00
—
$2.00
$2.00
Breakfast Sandwich —
Lunch
Item
Ryder/Radez Middle School High School
Adults*
Lunch $2.25
$2.75
$2.75
$3.75
Soup
$0.75
$0.75
$0.75
$1.50
Fruit/Dessert/Veggie $0.75
$0.75
$0.75
$1.00
Milk
$0.50
$0.50
$1.00
$0.50
Approved Smart Snacks (same price for all schools)
Ice Cream $0.50 & up
Snack Juice $0.50
Roll-Ups $0.50
Bottled Water $0.50
Approved Smart Snack Beverages
$1.75 & up
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All Chips $0.50 & up
Approved Smart Snacks $0.40 & up
Note
* Adult meal components
are not federally funded and
therefore we are required to
charge higher prices.
Healthy school meals are the building blocks of a great education
Moving forward in the district’s efforts to follow the Healthy-Free Kid Act
regulations, we look to introduce students to new menu ideas that incorporate the
use of fresh produce and new whole grain entree items.
It is our goal to make your child’s meal experience a good one. Our vendors are
creating exciting new options to use in school lunch meal planning, and many new
Smart Snacks in Schools options are now coming on the market and should be
available soon.
We feel strongly that your child’s day should start off nutritiously. Kids whose
minds are not on their growling stomachs stay focused on their studies. We offer
a nutritious breakfast every day and encourage students to participate. We also
encourage all families to take advantage of our meal service program. We offer a
wide range of healthy, high quality meals that appeal to your children and meet all
the regulations. Applications are available in the center of this district calendar,
on the web site, and in each building.
Please take note of our districts charging policy: 5 meals for K-5 and 2 meals for
6-12. Students who have a negative balance are not allowed to purchase ala carte
items. Refer to your student handbook for dining room etiquette information.
Visit the Food Services section of the district website (www.crcs.k12.ny.us/foodservices) for information about MySchoolBucks, our online payment and account
information service.
Snack milk and juice is a separate program. For credit information contact your
student’s teacher.
Thank you for your continued support of C-RCS’s Food Services Program, a vital
component to your child’s education and wellbeing. Feel free to contact us with any
questions or concerns and keep checking the website for news and updates.
Amy Shaw Stuart, Food Service Supervisor 234-3565 ext. 1052
Peggy Van Heertum, High School 234-3565 ext. 1144
Linda Almy, Middle School 234-8368 ext. 2028
Judy Fancher, Radez Elementary 294-6621 ext. 4126
Kathy Yorks, Ryder Elementary 234-2585 ext. 5011
Attendance Policy Summary
The Board of Education recognizes that student attendance in school is
a vital part of academic achievement and overall school success. Student
interactions with teachers and other students in class help to enhance the
academic learning experience and provide a basis by which students can
demonstrate mastery of subject matter. It is important that students, parents
and the school work together to achieve the goals set forth in the attendance
policy.
The attendance policy of Cobleskill-Richmondville schools is designed to
accomplish the following:
1. To accurately monitor the attendance, absence, tardiness and early release
of students;
2. To ensure sufficient pupil attendance of classes so that pupils may achieve
state-mandated education standards;
3. To verify student location for safety reasons and to account to parents
regarding the location of children during school hours.
Parent Responsibilities
It is expected that parents will ensure their children attend school regularly
and on time. When it is necessary for a student to be absent from school, the
absence will be excused if it is based on one of the following:
» Personal illness;
» Illness or death in the family;
» Religious observance;
» Quarantine;
» Required court appearance;
» Attendance at medical/dental appointments;
» Approved college visits;
» Military obligations;
» Absences approved in advance by the principal;
» Other reasons as may be approved by the Commissioner of Education.
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All other absences, tardiness or early departure for which the pupil has no
valid school-approved excuse shall be considered unexcused. It is the parents’
responsibility to notify the school office by 8:30 a.m. on the day their child is
absent. Parents must also provide a written excuse upon the student’s return to
school. If a written excuse is not received within three school days of a student’s
return to school, the absence will be recorded as an unexcused absence.
Student Responsibilities
The building principal and/or classroom teacher may determine that a
certain percentage of a student’s grade be based on classroom participation.
Students who are absent from instruction shall be afforded the opportunity
to make up the class participation portion of their grade, as well as any work
missed. Upon returning to school following an absence, tardiness or early
departure, it shall be the responsibility of the student to consult with his or
her teacher(s) regarding arrangements to make up missed work, assignments,
tests and class participation requirements in accordance with a time schedule
and in a manner specified by the teacher. Unexcused absences will result
in disciplinary action consistent with the district’s Code of Conduct. Those
penalties may include, for example, detention, in-school suspension and/
or referral to Family Court. Students may also be denied the privilege of
participating in or attending extracurricular events.
School Responsibilities
Attendance will be taken during each class period in grades 6–12, and once
per school day in grades K–5. Continuous monitoring will be conducted to
identify students who are absent, tardy or leave class or school early. In the
event a student is absent without prior notification, the district shall attempt
to contact the pupil’s parent(s) or persons in parental relation. All attendance
information will be recorded and analyzed periodically to identify patterns or
trends in student absences.
Attendance Offices
High School: 234-3565, ext. 1106
Middle School: 234-8368, ext. 2016
Radez School: 294-6621, ext. 4000
Ryder School: 234-2585, ext. 5061
Changes to Immunization Requirements
Parents should be aware that there have
been changes to the 2015-16 immunization
requirements for New York state public schools.
The changes primarily relate to the DTaP,
MMR, and polio immunizations, and the new
requirement that students have their full series
of those immunizations prior to entering school.
Previously, the final doses of each vaccine could be
administered up until age 6.
Parents are also reminded to forward a copy of
their child’s immunization record to the school
nurse. Below is a summary of the changes to
School Immunization Requirements for the 201516 School Year based on NYSDOH amended
regulations:
MMR (grades K-12)
•
•
DTaP (grades K-12, except 8-12 as noted
below*)
*Changes to Grades 8 through 12 School
Entrance Immunization Requirements
• 5 doses of diphtheria and tetanus toxoidcontaining vaccine and acellular pertussis vaccine
(DTaP) required for entrance
Children enrolling in grades 8 through 12 in the
2015-16 school year are in this cohort, including
new entrants in subsequent years into the cohort’s
current grade levels (e.g. 2016-2017 grades 9-12,
2017-2018 grades 10-12, 2018-2019 grades 1112, 2019-2020 12th grade).
• If 4th dose received at 4 years of age or older,
only 4 doses required
• Required for school entry. Range of 4 through 6
years of age for 5th dose no longer permitted
Polio (grades K, 1, 6 and 7 only)
• 4 doses of poliomyelitis vaccine (IPV)
• If 3rd dose received at 4 years of age or older,
only 3 doses required
• Required for school entry. Range of 4 through 6
years of age for 4th dose no longer permitted
2 doses of measles and mumps vaccines and
1 dose of rubella vaccine (MMR)
Polio (grades 2-5, 8-12)
• 3 dose
Required for school entry. Range of 4
through 6 years of age for second dose no
longer permitted
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• Do not need to have intervals assessed for
immunizations.
• Are compliant for 2015-2016 through
graduation if they meet requirements in effect June
30, 2014, which were:
o DTaP/DTP 3 doses
o Tdap 1 dose
o Polio 3 doses
o MMR LITY
September
SUNDAY
• Must meet immunization requirements of
regulations in effect prior to July 1, 2014
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
o Hep B THURSDAY
2 doses, or 2 doses of measles, 1 dose of mumps, and 1 dose of rubella
3 doses
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Lunch menu for Sept. 8 and 9
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Lunch menu for Sept. 8 and 9:
Whole grain bagel/lite cream cheese, 5
whole grain chicken nuggets/whole grain
roll/ketchup 2 pk/BBQ 1oz, peanut butter
and jelly sandwich/whole grain bread,
assorted canned fruits and vegetables.
Menu for Sept. 9: Whole
grain muffin/mini pancakes/sausage
patty/1syrup, bologna and cheese
sandwich on whole grain bread/
assorted fresh and canned fruits/assorted vegetables.
Registration deadline
for Oct. 3 SAT
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LABOR DAY
Buildings closed
First day of school for
grades 1-6 and 9
All students grades 1-12
in attendance
Grade 8 Locker Move-In
Split sessions for
kindergarten
Split sessions for
kindergarten
ACT test
Meet the Coaches
(modified sports)
7-8 p.m. @ MS
Auditorium
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Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
Board of Education
meeting, 7 p.m. @ MS
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
Middle School Open
House, 6-7:30 p.m.
Radez Open House
Late registration deadline
for Oct. 3 SAT
Registration deadline for
Oct. 24 ACT
Rosh Hashanah
(begins at sundown)
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Homecoming
Homecoming
Underclass Picture Day
Homecoming
Homecoming
Homecoming
Ryder Open House
HS Open House
6:30-8 p.m.
Team 8 Chicken BBQ
Fundraiser
Homecoming
CREST meeting,
6:30-7:30 p.m. @ Ryder
HS Parking
Meeting #1, 8 p.m.
Yom Kippur
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MS Fall Picture Day
HS Parking
Meeting #2, 8 p.m.
Sukkot
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Eid al-Adha
Fall Begins
(begins at sundown)
AUGUST 2015
2015
“Never give up, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.”
— HARRIET BEECHER STOWE
Code of Conduct Summary
This summary, based on the district’s Code of Conduct,
Board of Education policies and state laws on Schools
Against Violence in Education (SAVE), outlines the rules and
procedures under which the Cobleskill-Richmondville Central
School District operates. A complete copy of the Code of
Conduct can be obtained from the main office of any school
building. The Code of Conduct includes Board of Education
policy statements regarding the following:
» Student rights and their corresponding responsibilities;
» Definitions of the community partnerships which
include parents, bus drivers, teachers, guidance counselors,
principals, the superintendent and the Board of Education;
» The student dress code, which delineates expectations
for acceptable and unacceptable student grooming and
appearance;
» Expectations for student conduct, which outline
acceptable and unacceptable student behavior;
» Procedures for reporting violations of the Code of
Conduct related to harassment or discrimination;
» The disciplinary process with an outline of disciplinary
procedures and penalties;
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» The expectations of visitors to
the schools; and
» The expectations for public
conduct on school property, both
during regular school hours and at
after-school activities and sporting
events.
The intent of this Code of Conduct
is to promote responsible behavior
that creates an orderly and safe
school environment. It is the belief
of the Cobleskill-Richmondville
Central Schools that everyone in
our community must contribute
to the achievement of this goal.
The discipline code applies to the
behavior of all students while they
are on school grounds, in school
buildings and/or participating
in school-sponsored activities.
C-RCS will operate on a progressive
discipline philosophy designed to bring about behavior change. The history and disciplinary
record of each student will be considered on a case-by-case basis. However, every effort will be
made to respond in a firm, fair and consistent manner.
TUESDAY
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MS Activity Night,
6:30 - 8 p.m.
Late registration deadline
for Oct. 24 ACT
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SAT Exams
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Emergency Early Release
Day (BOCES-wide)
Registration deadline for
Nov. 7 SAT
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COLUMBUS DAY
(observed)
Board of Education
meeting, 7 p.m. @ MS
Staff Development Day;
Early Dismissal for Students
PSAT Test
FAM Funds Annual
Shareholder Meeting
@ HS Theatre
CREST meeting,
6:30-7:30 p.m. @ Radez
Please note
early dismissal times for
October 16:
HS- 11:04
MS- 11:32
Radez- 11:13
Ryder- 11:19
All Buses Depart- 11:39
Buildings closed
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7-9:30 p.m.
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
End of HS
Marking Period 1
End of MS
Marking Period 1
Radez Fall Picture Day
Late registration deadline
for Nov. 7 SAT
Schoharie Valley Concert
Band, 7:30 p.m. @ HS
ACT Test @ C-R HS
Ryder Fall Picture Day
Eid al-Adha
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meeting, 7 p.m. @ MS
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Fall Sports Awards
(modified) 3:30 p.m.@
MS Auditorium
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“Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.”
— MAHATMA GANDHI
Sources for Information
School Closing Procedures
Cobleskill-Richmondville Central Schools
http://www.crcs.k12.ny.us
College.gov
http://www.college.gov/wps/portal
Community Library
http://www.comlibrary.org
(518) 234-7897
Regents Exams
http://www.nysedregents.org
Sparks Notes
http://www.sparknotes.com/sparknotes
The Times Journal
http://www.timesjournalonline.com
Knight Cite
http://www.calvin.edu/library/knightcite
New York Department of Education
http://www.nysed.gov
Grammar Girl
http://grammar.quickanddirtytips.com
Homework Hotline
http://homework-hotline.org
1-888-986-2345
Math
http://www.math.com
Stop Bullying
http://www.stopbullying.gov
Bill Nye, the Science Guy
http://www.billnye.com
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Internet Public Library
http://www.ipl.org
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We will also post notifications to our district Facebook (www.facebook.com/crcsdistrict)
and Twitter (twitter.com/crcsdistrict) pages. School closings are also announced on the
following local TV and radio stations: WSDE (1190 AM); WRVE (99.5 FM); WYJB (95.5
FM); WFLY (92.3 FM); WGNA (107.7 FM); WGY (810 AM); WYJB (B95.5); WRVE
(99.5 FM); WRGB Channel 6, TWC Channel 9, WTEN Channel 10, WNYT Channel 13,
WXXA FOX23, as well as the Times Union website (http://timesunion.com).
It is best to rely on more than one source of information when it comes to weatherrelated announcements. This is particularly true in situations that involve power
outages, which can affect the district’s ability to send electronic notifications. Emergency
preparedness agencies have advised that residents have access to a battery-powered radio
so that they can receive information if other communication channels are unavailable.
Community Use of School District Facilities
How Stuff Works
http://www.howstuffworks.com
Stop Cyber Bullying
http://www.stopcyberbullying.org
Cancellations, delays or early dismissals are posted on the school district’s website at
http://www.crcs.k12.ny.us and announced via Blackboard Connect automated calling
system. Please ensure your child’s building office has your most recent contact information
so that the school can reach you by automated phone call.
TUESDAY
It is the Board of Education’s policy to maximize the community’s return on its investment
in student school facilities. This means that our playing fields, tennis courts, gymnasiums,
auditoriums, cafeterias and meeting rooms are available for use by nonschool groups for
other than commercial and political activities. Applications for use of school facilities are
available on the district website and in each school office and should be submitted in time
for the building principal’s recommendation and Board of Education’s review prior to the
regular meetings. The application will require evidence of liability insurance for formal
groups and of the supervision to be provided during the activity. Fees may be charged to help
defray associated expenses incurred when the buildings are not normally staffed.
WEDNESDAY
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Time Ends
Election Day
MS Drama Club Play
MS Drama Club Play
Ryder Veterans Day
Celebration
Schoharie County ARC
Talent Show @ HS, 6 p.m.
Registration deadline for
Dec. 12 ACT
SAT Exams
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meeting, 7 p.m. @ MS
Fall Sports Awards
(JV/Varsity)
7 p.m. @ HS Theatre
VETERANS DAY
CREST meeting,
6:30-7:30 p.m. @ Ryder
Photo Scavenger Hunt
@ MS
PSAT Exam
for Juniors Only
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1st Quarter
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7-9:30 p.m.
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
Parent-Teacher
Conference Day;
no students K-12
High School Band and
Stage Band concert
7 p.m. @ HS
Area All-State Music
Festival @ SUNY Oneonta
Area All-State Music
Festival @ SUNY Oneonta
Late registration deadline
for Dec. 12 ACT and
Dec. 5 SAT
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MS- 11:32
Radez- 11:13
Ryder- 11:19
All Buses Depart- 11:39
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“The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled.”
— PLUTARCH
Dignity for All Students
The intent of the New York State Dignity
for All Students Act (DASA) is to ensure that
elementary and secondary school students have
the right to attend school in an environment
that is free of discrimination, harassment, and
bullying. DASA went into effect on July 1, 2012.
DASA regulations are consistent with CobleskillRichmondville Board of Education Regulations.
DASA requires that at least one person at every
school be thoroughly trained to handle harassing
behaviors that may be related but not limited to
a person’s actual or perceived: race, color, weight,
national origin, ethnic group, religion, religious
practices, disability, sexual orientation, gender and
sex. Designated school professionals will be trained
to act as Anti-Bullying Coordinators for CobleskillRichmondville Central School District and each of
the buildings within the district.
C-RCS’s roles and responsibilities include:
prevention, intervention, training, reporting and
investigating by the Dignity Act Coordinator
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as determined by New York State Education
Department’s Regulation and Dignity for All
Students Act.
Key Definitions from DASA
Bullying: A hostile activity which harms
or induces fear through the threat of further
aggression and/or creates terror. Bullying may be
premeditated or a sudden activity.
Bullying often includes the following
characteristics:
Power imbalance – occurs when a bully uses his/
her physical or social power over a target.
Intent to harm – the bully seeks to inflict
physical or emotional harm and/or takes pleasure
in this activity.
Threat of further aggression – the bully and
target believe that bullying will continue.
Terror – When any bullying increases, it becomes
a systematic violence or harassment used to
intimidate and maintain dominance.
There are several types of bullying, including
verbal, physical and social/relational.
Discrimination: The act of denying rights,
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benefits, justice, equitable treatment or access to
facilities available to all others, to an individual
or group of people because of the group, class
or category to which that person belongs (as
enumerated in the harassment section).
Harassment: The creation of a hostile
environment by conduct or by verbal threats,
intimidation or abuse that has or would have the
effect of unreasonably and substantially interfering
with a student’s educational performance,
opportunities or benefits, or mental, emotional
or physical well-being; or conduct, verbal threats,
intimidation or abuse that reasonably causes or
would reasonably be expected to cause a student to
fear for his or her physical safety. The harassing
behavior may be based on any characteristic,
including but not limited to a person’s actual or
perceived: race, color, weight, national origin,
ethnic group, religion, religious practice, disability,
sex, sexual orientation, or gender (including gender
identity and expression).
Hazing: An induction, initiation or membership
process involving harassment which produces
public humiliation, physical or emotional
discomfort, bodily injury or public ridicule or
creates a situation where public humiliation,
physical or emotional discomfort, bodily injury or
public ridicule is likely to occur.
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Dress Rehearsal,
2:45-4:30 p.m. @ HS
MS Picture Retake Day
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High School Chorus,
Orchestra, and Select
Choir concert
7 p.m. @ HS
Theatre Project of
Schoharie County Fall
Production @ MS
Auditorium
Theatre Project of
Schoharie County Fall
Production @ MS
Auditorium
End of HS
Marking Period 2
SAT Exams
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Schoharie County Fall
Production @ MS
Auditorium
Board of Education
meeting, 7 p.m. @ MS
End of MS
Marking Period 2
MS Chorus, 7-8 Band,
and MS Jazz Ensemble
Concert,
7 p.m. @ MS
Auditorium
MS Activity Night,
6:30 - 8 p.m.
Schoharie County Concert
Band, 7:30 p.m. @ HS
ACT test
Cobleskill Rotary Breakfast
with Santa @ HS Cafe,
8:30-11:30 a.m.
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(begins at sundown)
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Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
4th-5th Grade Chorus,
5th Grade Orchestra
concert, 7 p.m. @ HS
3rd Grade Chorus,
5th Grade Band
concert, 7 p.m. @ HS
6th Grade Band and MS
Orchestra concert,
7 p.m. @ MS
Auditorium
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“Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself.”
— JOHN DEWEY
Free and Reduced Price Meal Information
According to the U.S. Department of Health, studies have shown that eating nutritious meals can improve a child’s health and intellectual development. Cobleskill-Richmondville Central School
District offers students healthy meals every school day, including breakfast ($2 ES, $2.25 MS/HS) and lunch ($2.25 ES and $2.75 MS/HS). Free and reduced-price meals are available to students whose
families meet federal income guidelines. Reduced-price meals cost each eligible student $0.25 for breakfast and $0.25 for lunch.
Q: Do I need to fill out an application
for each child?
A: No. Please fill out only one application for
your household.
Q: Who can get free meals?
A: All children in households receiving benefits
from SNAP, the Food Distribution Program on
Indian Reservations or TANF, can get free meals
regardless of your income. Also, your children can
get free meals if your household’s gross income
is within the free limits on the Federal Income
Eligibility Guidelines.
Q: Can foster children get free meals?
A:Yes, foster children that are under the legal
responsibility of a foster care agency or court, are eligible
for free meals. Any foster child in the household is
eligible for free meals regardless of income.
Q: Can homeless, runaway and
migrant children get free meals?
A: Please call William Wolfanger at (518) 2343165 to see if your child qualifies.
Q: Who can get reduced-price meals?
A: Your children can get low-cost meals if your
household income is within the reduced-price limits
on the Federal Income Chart (see attached pages).
Q: Should I fill out an application if I
received a letter this school year saying
my children are approved for free or
reduced-price meals?
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A: Yes. A new application must be received by
Sept. 30, 2015, or your children will be removed
from the approved free or reduced list. This is
mandated by New York State and you will be
required to send money in with your children for
meals starting on Oct. 1. Call 234-3565, ext. 1052 if
you have any questions.
Q: I get WIC. Can my child get free
meals?
A: Children in households participating in WIC
may be eligible for free or reduced-price meals.
Please fill out an application.
Q: Will the information I give be
checked?
A: The school may ask you at any time during
the school year to verify your eligibility. You will be
notified, in writing, if you have been selected for
verification. School officials may ask you to send
papers showing that your child should receive free
or reduced-price meals at the time you applied.
Q: If I don’t qualify now, may I apply
later?
A: Yes. You may apply at any time during the
school year if your household size increases, your
income goes down, or you start getting Food
Stamps, TANF or other benefits. If you lose your
job, your children may be able to get free or
reduced-price meals.
Q: What if I disagree with the school’s
decision about my application?
A: You should talk to school officials. You
may also ask for a hearing by writing to Business
Manager Tracy Fraleigh, 155 Washington Ave.,
Cobleskill, NY 12043; (518) 234-4032 ext. 2008.
Q: May I apply if someone in my
household is not a U.S. citizen?
A: Yes. You or your children do not have to be U.S.
citizens to qualify for free or reduced-price meals.
Q: Who should I include as members of
my household?
A: You must include all people living in your
household, related or not (such as grandparents,
other relatives or friends). You must include yourself
and all children who live with you.
Q: What if my income is not always the
same?
A: List the amount you normally get. For
example, if you normally get $1,000 each month,
but you missed some work last month and only got
$900, you should list $1,000. If your normally get
overtime, include it. Don’t include overtime if you
only get it occasionally.
Q: My spouse is deployed to a combat
zone. Does combat pay count as income?
A: No, if combat pay is received in addition to
basic pay. Contact your school for more information
regarding military wages and allowances.
Q: My family needs more help. Are
there other programs we might apply
for?
A: To find out how to apply for SNAP or other
assistance benefits, contact your local assistance
office or call 1-800-342-3009.
Free and Reduced Price Meal Information
How to Apply
To get free or reduced-price meals for your children you may submit an
Eligibility Letter for Free Meals/Milk (formerly Direct Certification Letter)
received from the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance, OR
carefully complete one application for your household and return it to the
designated office.
If you now receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP),
Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) for any children, or
participate in the Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations
(FDPIR), the application must include the children’s names, the household
SNAP, TANF or FDPIR case number and the signature of an adult
household member. All children should be listed on the same application.
If you do not list a food stamp, TANF or FDPIR case number for all the
children for whom you are applying, the application must include the names
of everyone in the household, the amount of income of each household
member, and how often it is received and where it comes from. It must
include the signature of an adult household member and the last four digits
of that adult’s social security number, or check the box if the adult does not
have a social security number. An application that is not complete cannot
be approved. Contact your local Department of Social Services for your
food stamp or TANF case number or complete the income portion of the
application.
Reporting Changes
You no longer need to report changes for an increase in income or
decrease in household size, or if you no longer receive food stamps.
Income Exclusions
The value of any child care provided or arranged, or any amount received
as payment for such child care or reimbursement for costs incurred for such
care under the Child Care Development (Block Grant) Fund should not be
considered as income for this program.
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Non-discrimination Statement
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination
against its customers, employees, and applicants for employment on
the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender
identity, religion, reprisal, and where applicable, political beliefs, marital
status, familial or parental status, sexual orientation, or all or part of an
individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program, or
protected genetic information in employment or in any program or activity
conducted or funded by the Department. (Not all prohibited basis will
apply to all programs and/or
employment activities.)
REDUCED PRICE ELIGIBILITY INCOME CHART
The following chart lists income levels according to household size and income levels received either
yearly, monthly or weekly. If your total household income is the same or less than the amounts on
the income chart below, your children may be eligible to receive free or reduced-price meals. Income
levels are effective from July 1, 2013 until further notice
If you wish to file a Civil
Rights program complaint
Household Size
Annual
of discrimination, complete
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the USDA Program
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Discrimination Complaint
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Form (PDF), found online
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at http://www.ascr.usda.
gov/complaint_filing_cust.
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52,559
html, or at any USDA office,
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or call (866) 632-9992 to
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request the form. You may
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also write a letter containing
For each additional
all of the information
family member add
requested in the form. Send
your completed complaint
form or letter to us by mail
at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400
Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202)
690-7442 or email at program.intake@usda.gov. Individuals who are deaf,
hard of hearing, or have speech disabilities and wish to file either an EEO or
program complaint please contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service
at (800) 877-8339 or (800) 845-6136. USDA is an equal opportunity
provider and employer.
Meals for Children with Disabilities
Federal regulations require schools and institutions to serve meals at
no extra charge to children with a disability which may restrict their diet. A
student with a disability is defined in 7CFR Part 15b.3 of Federal regulations,
as one who has a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits
one or more major life activities. Major life activities are defined to include
functions such as caring for one’s self, performing manual tasks, walking,
seeing, hearing, speaking, breathing, learning, and working. You must
request the special meals from the school and provide the school with
medical certification from a medical doctor. If you believe your child needs
substitutions because of a disability, please call Food Services Director
Amy Stuart 234-3565, ext. 1052, for further information, as there is specific
information that the medical certification must contain.
Confidentiality
The United States Department of Agriculture has approved the release
Bi-Weekly
Weekly
$1,815
Month
Twice Monthly
$908
$838
$419
2,456
1,228 1,134
567
3,098
1,549
1,430
715
3,739
1,870
1,726
863
4,380
2,190
2,022
1,011
5,022
2,511
2,318
1,159
5,663
2,832
2,614
1,307
6,304
3,152
2,910
1,455
of students names and eligibility status, without parent/guardian consent,
to persons directly connected with the administration or enforcement of
federal education programs such as Title I and the National Assessment
of Educational Progress (NAEP), which are United States Department of
Education programs used to determine areas such as the allocation of funds
to schools, to evaluate socioeconomic status of the school’s attendance area,
and to assess educational progress. Information may also be released to
State health or State education programs administered by the State agency
or local education agency, provided the State or local education agency
administers the program, and federal State or local nutrition programs
similar to the National School Lunch Program. Additionally, all information
contained in the free and reduced price application may be released to
persons directly connected with the administration or enforcement of
programs authorized under the National School Lunch Act (NSLA) or
Child Nutrition Act (CNA); including the National School Lunch and
School Breakfast Programs, the Special Milk Program, the Child and
Adult Care Food Program, Summer Food Service Program and the Special
Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women Infants and Children (WIC); the
Comptroller General of the United States for audit purposes, and federal,
State or local law enforcement officials investigating alleged violation of the
programs under the NSLA or CNA.
The disclosure of eligibility information not specifically authorized by
the NSLA requires a written consent statement from the parent/guardian. We
will let you know when your application is approved or denied.
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No-Name Calling Week
Week seeks to teach students about respect
Students at Golding Middle School celebrate
kindness with “No Name-Calling Week,” from
January 18 to 22.
The week, initiated by the Gay, Lesbian and
Straight Education Network (GLSEN), supports
efforts to create safe schools free of namecalling, bullying and bias.
As part of No Name Calling Week, teachers at
Golding Middle School use resources, planning
tools and activities designed by GLSEN,
including color posters, stickers, and work
sheets where students pledge to end namecalling once and for all.
Last year, the week was preceded by an
assembly featuring Jared Campbell’s Blue
Project, a presentation that uses song and
humor to talk about bullying prevention,
overcoming obstacles and treating one another
with respect.
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There is a display in the Golding library
highlighting No Name Calling Week and antibullying themes, with suggested books that
tackle themes of overcoming bullying.
Students work on the school’s No Bullying
Poster contest throughout the week, and the
first-, second- and third-place winning posters
are displayed in Golding until the next year’s
No Name-Calling Week.
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meeting, 7 p.m. @ MS
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
MS Spelling Bee
Yearbook Club Photos
CREST meeting,
6:30-7:30 p.m. @ Radez
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SAT Exams
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NO SCHOOL
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Superintendent’s
Conference Day;
no students K-12
CREST Winter Carnival,
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. @ Ryder
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“Education is the key to unlock the golden door of freedom.”
— GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER
Notices
Anti-Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Guidelines
Firearms Prohibition
It is the policy of the Cobleskill-Richmondville Central School District to not
discriminate on the basis of handicap, sex, national origin, religion, race, sexual
orientation or age in its education programs, activities or employment as required
by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Copies of the full policies
(#9140 and #5020) are available in each building office. The Board of Education
has a policy prohibiting sexual harassment in our schools. Sexual harassment
is generally defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors or
other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. The C-RCS administration,
faculty, staff and students are responsible for assuring that the environment for
work and study is free from sexual harassment. Sexual harassment violates the
dignity of individuals and will not be tolerated. The Board of Education seeks to
eliminate sexual harassment through education and by encouraging faculty, staff
and students to report concerns or complaints. Prompt corrective measures will
be taken to stop sexual harassment if ever it occurs. A copy of the full policy is
available in each school office. Any student, employee or school district officer
who believes discrimination or sexual harassment has occurred should report the
alleged misconduct immediately so that corrective action may be taken. Please
contact the building principal; Section 504 & Title IX Compliance Officer William
Wolfanger (234-3165); Title IX Compliance Officer Melissa Ausfeld (234-3565);
the U.S. Department of Education (800-421-3481); or the New York Office for
Civil Rights (646-428-3900).
By Board of Education policy, no student shall bring a firearm on any
portion of the premises of a school that is owned or controlled by this
school district. In accordance with the Gun Free Schools Act of 1994, any
student who, after a hearing held pursuant to Education Law Section
3214, is found guilty of bringing a firearm onto the premises of any
school that is owned or controlled by C-RCS will be subject to a penalty
of at least a one year suspension from school. However, in determining
an appropriate penalty, the Superintendent of Schools may modify the
suspension requirement on a case-by-case basis, considering among
other things, the totality of circumstances surrounding the offense and
the student’s previous record. These may include, but are not limited
to, the age of the student; the student’s grade in school; the student’s
prior disciplinary record; the Superintendent’s belief that other forms of
discipline may be more effective; and other extenuating circumstances.
Police officers on duty are the only people permitted on school property
to have a weapon in their possession. New York State Penal Law Section
265.01(d) addresses possession of firearms on school property.
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Drug Free/Tobacco Free School Zone
Our school district is considered a Drug Free/Tobacco Free School
Zone. Anyone arrested and convicted of selling or using illegal drugs
within 1,000 feet of school property would be prosecuted to the fullest
extent of the law by the civil authorities. The penalties are harsher than
those in the community at large. Signs are posted at the entrances to
our campuses and on district buildings as a warning that our district
has no tolerance toward illegal drug possession or usage.
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6:30 - 8 p.m.
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Band, 3 p.m. @ HS
Board of Education
meeting, 7 p.m. @ MS
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
4th Grade Band and
Orchestra concert,
7 p.m. @ HS
CREST meeting,
6:30-7:30 p.m. @ Ryder
Concert Snow Date
Ash Wednesday
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for March 5 SAT
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Valentine’s Day
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meeting, 7 p.m. @ MS
Winter Sports Awards
(modified) 3:30 p.m.
@ MS Auditorium
Radez Spring Picture Day
Purim
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“Education’s purpose is to replace an empty mind with an open one.”
— MALCOLM FORBES
Pi Day
Activities celebrate mathematics
For many years, the Math community at
Cobleskill-Richmondville has celebrated Pi Day,
a day named for the irrational number which
represents the ratio of circumference to diameter
of a circle. Many people remember learning
the formulas “area equals pi-r-squared” and
“circumference equals pi times d” when they were
in grade school.
High School students celebrate Pi Day (March
14) with a series of events, from throwing pies
in the faces of principals at a pep rally, to a Pithemed festival.
To celebrate Pi Day last year, students gathered
at a pep rally to cheer, sing and, most importantly,
hit educators in the face with pies. Principal Melissa
Ausfeld and Assistant Principal Michael Robbins
were among those pied, before games were played
and a Pi Day King and Queen were coronated.
Last year’s Pi Day Festival began with a 3.14
kilometer walk/run for fun around the outside
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of the high school. There was also a “pi” baking
contest in which the baked goods were decorated
with the pi symbol or the digits of pi, a piemaking demonstration, a pie-eating contest,
pi-nata activities, and story times about pi and
mathematics.
Golding Middle School student Emma Haag won
the pi recitation contest by reciting the irrational
number to 144 places!
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WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
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April 9 ACT
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meeting, 7 p.m. @ MS
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
CREST meeting,
6:30-7:30 p.m. @ Radez
Winter Sports Awards
(JV/Varsity) 7 p.m.
@ HS Theatre
Ryder Spring Picture Day
Staff Development Day;
Early Dismissal for Students
Early dismissal times:
HS- 11:04
MS- 11:32
Radez- 11:13
Ryder- 11:19
All Buses Depart- 11:39
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Daylight Savings
Time Begins
HS Pops Concert,
7 p.m. @ HS
End of MS/HS
Marking Period 4
MS Activity Night,
6:30 - 8 p.m.
All-County Music Festival
@ Middleburgh
Late registration deadline
for April 9 ACT
All-County Music Festival
@ Middleburgh
St. Patrick’s Day
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meeting, 7 p.m. @ MS
Palm Sunday
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“An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest.”
— BEN FRANKLIN
Notices
Pesticide Neighbor Notification
Asbestos Management Plan
Comprehensive Wellness Policy
The Cobleskill-Richmondville Central School
District is taking an aggressive, yet precautionary
approach to dealing with pesticides in and around
its schools. The development and implementation
of the district’s integrated pest management (IPM)
program is the key to achieving pesticide-use
reduction, while providing effective and economical
pest control. Any public or non-public elementary
or secondary school that decided to use a pesticide
product as a last resort in addressing a pest
problem must comply with the Pesticide Neighbor
Notification Law (Section 409-H of the Education
Law). This notice is to inform all parents,
guardians and staff that pesticide products may be
used periodically throughout the school year. Any
parents, guardians and staff who wish to receive a
48-hour written advanced notice from the school of
an actual pesticide application should call William
Himme, Director of Facilities, at 234-4133.
In accordance with the EPA’s Asbestos Hazard
Emergency Response Act (AHERA) of 1987 (40
CFR Part 763), the Cobleskill-Richmondville
Central School District is required to give
annual notification stating that the Asbestos
Management Plan for each building is available
and kept in the main office of each building
and in the office of the Supervisor of Buildings
and Grounds. These records are available for
review during normal school business hours.
In addition, in accordance with this act, a
six-month periodic surveillance is conducted
in each building that contains asbestos. The
periodic surveillances are conducted in June and
December of each year. Before the start of any
project, we will make sure all building occupants
are properly notified and all signage will indicate
the scope of the project. For more information,
please contact William Himme, Director of
Facilities and LEA Asbestos Designee, at 2344133.
The C-RCS Board of Education has adopted
a comprehensive wellness policy that provides a
coordinated approach to student and staff wellness.
The policy is based on the belief that students who
begin each day as healthy individuals can learn
more, learn better and are more likely to complete
formal education. Staff members who are healthy
can perform assigned duties more effectively
and can model appropriate wellness behaviors
for students. The policy provides guidance in the
areas of nutrition; health education and family
and consumer science; physical education and
activity; counseling and psychological services;
health services; family, school and community
partnerships; and staff wellness. The District
Health Advisory Committee has developed a
detailed action plan to address each area, with
more information to be shared with each phase
of implementation. For more information on this
policy, please contact Matt Ronca, District Health
Coordinator, at 234-8368, ext. 2030.
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NYS Grades 3-8 ELA
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NYS Grades 3-8 ELA
Assessment
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for May 7 SAT
ACT test @ C-R HS
End of Elementary
3rd Quarter
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Kindergarten Screening
and Registration
Kindergarten Screening
and Registration
NYS Grades 3-8 Math
Assessment
NYS Grades 3-8 Math
Assessment
NYS Grades 3-8 Math
Assessment
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
CREST meeting,
6:30-7:30 p.m. @ Ryder
MS Encore Fun Friday,
3:30-5 p.m.
Kindergarten Screening
and Registration
Kindergarten Screening
and Registration
Kindergarten Screening
and Registration
All Star Festival
@ Berne-Knox-Westerlo
CSD
All Star Festival
@ Berne-Knox-Westerlo
CSD
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Schoharie County Concert
Band, 3 p.m. @ HS
Board of Education
meeting, 7 p.m. @ MS
Special Board of Education
meeting, 7:30 a.m.
@ MS
Kindergarten Screening
and Registration
Kindergarten Screening
and Registration
Late registration deadline
for May 7 SAT
Kindergarten Screening
and Registration
Kindergarten Screening
and Registration
Kindergarten Screening
and Registration
Earth Day
Passover
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“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people can change the world.
Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”
— MARGARET MEADE
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Orientation, 6 p.m.
End of MS/HS
Marking Period 5
Registration deadline for
June 4 SAT
Registration deadline for
June 11 ACT
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SAT Exams
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meeting, Public Hearing
6:30 p.m. @ MS
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
CREST meeting,
6:30-7:30 p.m. @ Radez
NYSSMA Solo Festival
@ Norwich
NYSSMA Solo Festival
@ Norwich
Mother's Day
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5th Grade Band,
5th Grade Orchestra
concert, 7 p.m. @ HS
Late registration deadline
for June 4 SAT and
June 11 ACT
Junior/Senior Prom
Annual
School District
Budget Vote
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meeting, 7 p.m. @ MS
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3rd Grade Chorus, 4th
Grade Band, 4th Grade
Orchestra, 7 p.m. @ HS
NYS Grade 8 Science
Performance Assessment
MS Chorus, 7th Grade
Band, and MS Jazz
Ensemble concert,
7 p.m. @MS
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“It is our choices...that show what we truly are, far more than our abilities.”
— J. K. ROWLING
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6th Grade Band , MS
Orchestra @ MS, 7 p.m.
Spring Sports Awards
(modified) 3:30 p.m.
@ MS Auditorium
HS Chorus and Select
Choir concert,
7 p.m. @ HS
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SAT Exams
Richmondville Days,
parade @ 10 a.m.
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Written Assessment
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
CTE Graduation, 9 a.m. @
HS Theatre
Radez Fifth Grade
Banquet
Spring Sports Awards
(JV/Varsity) 7 p.m.
@ HS Theatre
HS Band, Stage Band, and
Orchestra concert,
7 p.m. @ HS
Five Hour Course,
7-9:30 p.m.
Meet the Instrument
Night, 7 p.m. @ Radez
MS End of Year Dance,
6:30-8:30 p.m.
ACT test @ C-R HS
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meeting, 7 p.m. @ MS
Regents Exams
5th Grade Parent Night,
6-7 p.m. @ MS
Regents Exams
Regents Exams
Regents Exams
End of HS Marking
Period 6
MS Awards Night
End of MS Marking
Period 6
Grade 8 Foreign Language
Proficiency Exams
End of Elementary
4th Quarter
Flag Day
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Grade 8 Awards/Portfolio
Night
MS Celebration Day
Father's Day
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HS- 11:04
MS- 11:32
Radez- 11:13
Ryder- 11:19
All Buses Depart- 11:39
Regents Exams
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Early dismissal K-8
Last day for students K-8;
Exams only grades 9-12
Superintendent’s
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“The highest result of education is tolerance.”
— HELEN KELLER
Student Privacy
Student Privacy Policy
Release of Student Directory Information
The C-RCS Board of Education recognizes that student surveys are a
valuable tool in determining student needs for educational services. Parents
have the right to inspect all instructional materials that will be used for a
survey, analysis or evaluation as part of a U.S. Department of Education
(USDOE) funded program. In addition, no minor student may, without
parent consent, take part in a survey, analysis or evaluation funded in
whole or in part by the USDOE that reveals information concerning
certain types of personal behavior or political beliefs. It is the policy
of the board not to permit the collection, disclosure or use of personal
information collected from students for the purpose of marketing or selling
that information or providing it to others for that purpose. For more
information or a complete copy of the policy, please contact the Office of
Pupil Personnel Services at 234-3165 or any building principal.
From time to time, officials of the school are contacted to release certain
information about their students. The Cobleskill-Richmondville Central
School District has a policy for handling the release of student directory
information, as required under the Family Education Rights and Privacy
Act of 1974 (FERPA) and the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001.
Student Publicity Policy
To recognize student achievement and/or to depict student activities at
Cobleskill-Richmondville Central Schools, students’ names, grade levels
and photos may be published on the C-RCS website/social media sites, in
school publications or released to the media. Parents who object to the use
of their child’s name or image for such purposes should notify BOTH the
superintendent of schools and their child’s building principal in writing
before the start of school.*
PLEASE NOTE: While the district will honor the request of any
parent who has submitted written notification opting their child out of
publicity efforts, the district is not responsible for media that covers news
happenings, sporting events or school events.
* This is to ensure that pictures taken during the first day of school will not
include any student on the opt-out list.
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The C-RCS policy states that no personally identifiable information about
any students other than student “directory information” may be released to
a particular person or institution without the written consent of the parent
or eligible student. However, such information may be made available under
certain conditions.
This policy further specifies that student “directory information” may
be released unless the student or parent requests that it NOT be released.
“Directory information” includes the pupil’s name, address, telephone
listing, date and place of birth, major field of study, participation in
officially recognized activities and sports, height and weight of members
of athletic teams, dates of attendance, diploma and awards received, most
recent school attended and class schedule.
If a parent or student wishes that this student “directory information”
not be released, please contact the appropriate building principal by
September 15.
In addition, FERPA allows parents, legal guardians and 18-year-old
students to arrange an appointment to review official records relating to
that student, including: progress reports; grades; aptitude and achievement
test scores; psychological tests; and teacher evaluations. Appropriate school
personnel must be present at the time of record inspection to prevent any
misinterpretation of the records. If you would like to review your child’s
records, please contact the building principal to schedule an appointment.
A copy of the full district policy on the release of student directory
information is available in each school office.
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District Mission Statement
All students will be educated to their potential in a secure learning
environment that enables and encourages each student to develop
the essential skills, knowledge, and attitudes to be a positive,
contributing member of our global community.
Adopted by the Board of Education February 14, 1994
2015-16 Board of Education
Bruce Tryon, President
Steven Philbrick, Vice President
Melissa Bartlett
Mary Black
Jeffrey Foote
Daniel Schulte
Susan Emerson Strasser
Superintendent
of Schools
Cobleskill-Richmondville
Carl Mummenthey
155 Washington Avenue
Cobleskill, NY 12043
William R. DeVoe, editor
Gigi Gabriel Dillmann, designer
CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
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