6/24/2025 Letter to the Community

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June 24, 2025

Dear TUFSD Families and Staff,

We are now in the final week of the academic year. I want to take a moment to reflect on all we’ve accomplished together and to share our heartfelt congratulations with our students and families.

To our graduating students — we are incredibly proud of all you’ve achieved. Your hard work, determination, and growth have brought you to this exciting milestone, and we wish you every success on the road ahead. Know that you carry with you the strength of our community and the support of all those who’ve cheered you on along the way.

To our students moving up to new grades and schools — congratulations! Each step forward is something to be celebrated, and we can’t wait to see all the wonderful things you will continue to do.

To our staff — thank you for your tireless commitment, creativity, and care. Your efforts have made a lasting impact on the lives of your students.

And to everyone — we wish you a restful, safe, and joyful summer. May it be filled with laughter, learning, and time to recharge.

Sincerely,

Dr. Raymond Sanchez

Going forward, to protect account security, we are adding a feature called geoblocking to student and staff email accounts.

• 📍 Students will only be able to access email accounts from within the U.S.

• 🌐 Email access will be blocked when traveling internationally

If you have any questions, please reach out to Jean O’Brien or Jessica Kingsbury.

Sleepy Hollow High School honored its Class of 2025 during a joyful and emotional graduation ceremony on the Harold “Doc” Rasbeck Field on June 20. More than 200 students gathered for the final time as Sleepy Hollow scholars, surrounded by proud families, devoted educators, and friends.

Read all about it here: Forever Horsemen: A Heartfelt Goodbye to the Class of 2025

See event photos here: SHHS Graduation 2025

We are so proud of our Pre-K students as they celebrate an important milestone—moving up to kindergarten! Throughout the year, they’ve grown in confidence, curiosity, and kindness. As they take this exciting next step, we know they’re ready to continue learning, exploring, and shining in every way.

Congratulations to our soon-to-be kindergarteners!

On a proud and heartfelt day, the students of Sleepy Hollow Middle School crossed the stage and took their first steps toward high school. The SHMS graduation ceremony celebrated not just academic accomplishments, but the friendships, growth, and resilience these students have shown along the way.

With cheers from families and teachers, our newest Sleepy Hollow High School students are now ready to take on the challenges and opportunities ahead. Here's to the journey from middle school to high school—and all the bright days that follow!

Last week, Tappan Hill was buzzing with joy as we welcomed the families of our incoming 1st graders during a special open house! It was a heartwarming opportunity for students and families to explore their future school, meet our dedicated staff, and get a first glimpse of the wonderful year ahead. We can't wait to officially welcome these bright young learners in the fall! 🌟📚

Calling all future volleyball stars!

Sleepy Hollow Volleyball is hosting a FREE volleyball clinic for Sleepy Hollow elementary and middle school students on June 28, 2025 at the Sleepy Hollow High School Gym.

🕗 Middle School Session: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
🕙 Elementary School Session: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Whether you're new to the sport or looking to sharpen your skills, this is a great chance to learn, play, and have fun with the team!

👉 To register, email twebb@tufsd.org

Let’s get ready to spike, set, and serve!

Looking ahead to the 2025–2026 school year? The calendar is ready! 📅 Visit our website to stay informed and plan early.

Ready, Set, Go! JP’s Kindergarten Kickstart is the perfect way for new students to build confidence before school starts.

Aug 11–14 & 18–21

9:30–11:00 a.m.

John Paulding School

40 spots only—first come, first served!

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/n1HJDQCdiuJZdPB77

The Sleepy Hollow Mermaid Festival is back on July 19 at Kingsland Point Park 12-4 p.m.

This free community event that celebrates the Hudson River includes a costume parade, music, art-making, environmentally-focused information and activities, and of course, mermaids, pirates, and river creatures. Lifeguarded beach will be open for wading from 2-4 p.m.

Visit https://www.hudsonrivermermaids.com/ for more information.

Empowerment Starts Here: Free Summer Program for Girls in Grades 6–12!

The Sleepy Hollow School District is excited to host a free, one-week summer program, August 11-15, in partnership with Good for Girls, Inc., open to all girls entering grades 6–12. This inspiring program is designed to help girls develop leadership skills, build confidence, and foster a strong sense of self in a supportive and engaging environment.

Held right here in Sleepy Hollow, this unique opportunity encourages personal growth and community connection.

Spots are limited—register today to reserve your place!

Looking for something fun and educational to do with the family this summer? Join Historic Hudson Valley for Summer Saturdays—a series of themed drop-in days filled with crafts, storytelling, food, live demos from teaching artists, and more! Events run every Saturday in July and August from 10 am to 4 pm at Philipsburg Manor.

🎉 Upcoming themes include Barnyard Bash, Hive & Honey, Paws & Claws, and many more!

🎟 Get FREE tickets (limit 4 per order) using code SUMMERFUN25
👉 hudsonvalley.org/summer-saturdays-at-philipsburg-manor

Don’t miss this chance to explore, create, and celebrate summer with the whole family!

🚧 Construction Update for Morse School 🚧

Starting June 30, 2025, construction at Morse School will take place daily weekdays from 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

As part of the bond construction, the parking lot at Morse School will be unavailable for community use both during the day and at night for the duration of the project.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Brian Fried at 914-631-9401.

Thank you for your patience and support as we improve our school facilities! 🛠️✨

Every year the Horsemen PTA partners with School Toolbox so you don't have to leave your house to order school supplies. Simply go to www.schooltoolbox.com and search the school your child will be attending. You can delete items you already have and add items you need, but the lists are the items required by the district for each grade. Supplies SHIP to HOME. Place orders by mid August to ensure delivery before school starts.

(***Please note TAPPAN families must search W.L. Morse for the 1st grade lists, even though you are attending Tappan).

The Public Schools of the Tarrytowns are seeking reliable, safety-minded individuals to transport students safely to and from school. As a school bus driver, you’ll play a vital role in our community while enjoying a rewarding career.

The Horsemen PTA is asking everyone to link their Decicco's and Sons card to the Horsemen PTA. By doing so the Horsemen PTA will receive money that we can be used to support our schools, just by shopping and swiping your card!

Please see attached flyer for details and make sure to look for Horsemen PTA on the drop-down list.

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