MSHS Tuesday Newsday

Dear NS Families,

I hope this finds everyone well.

Another great week here at the MSHS.

Thank you does not even seem like enough to our Social Studies Department and the sponsoring of the 13 Driver's Licenses. That, along with the Holocaust Remembrance on Wednesday night last week was beyond powerful. Thank you to all who attended this event.

We finished our MSHS ELA testing and next week we jump into the start of our HS Advanced Placement, as well as our NY State Mathematics grade 6-8 Assessments. Good luck to all of our students, please make sure you get some rest and eat breakfast!

Please take a look at our Color Run date as registration for that is available. I am keeping it short today as there are many attachments below for the many, many events coming up at the end of the year!

All the best,

Mr. DiGrandi

4/30 - MS Honor Roll/High Honor Roll Breakfast

5/5 - AP Exams Begin (testing information below)

5/6 - Thespian Induction Ceremony and Showcase, 7pm *new date*

5/6 - Incoming 6th Grade Parent Zoom Meeting, 6pm (more info will be emailed separately)

5/7-5/9 - NYS Math Assessments

5/7 - BOE Meeting, 7:30pm

5/8 - Foundation for Learning Awards

5/9 - MS Drama Production, 7pm

5/14 - Grade 8 NYS Science Test

5/20 - MS Band Concert, 7:30pm

5/20 - Annual Budget Vote & BOE Election, 7am-9pm

5/21 - Science Symposium

5/21 - BOE Meeting, 7:30pm

5/22 - Mental Health and Wellness Fair with Color Run (more info below)

5/22 - MS Chorus Concert, 7:30pm

5/26 - Schools Closed - Memorial Day

5/27-5/30 - MSHS Art Show

5/27 - High School Awards Night, Grades 9-11

5/28 - Senior Awards Night

5/29 - HS Concert, 7:30pm

5/30 - 7th & 8th Grade Dance (more info below)

The internet is a powerful tool that can be perilous to navigate without consideration. This presentation will encourage critical thinking in online activity, with an emphasis on protecting children from uninformed choices.

Join us for a FREE VIRTUAL EVENT on May 6. Register HERE!

Breakfast & Lunch Menus and our new MSHS Deli Order Form

Parents of Seniors-

Can you believe it? It’s almost the end of the school year!

Class of 2025 Lawn Sign -
Attached you will find information on how to purchase your seniors Lawn Sign. Proceeds will go to fund the Class of 2025 Senior Trip and the NS MSHS PTO!

Senior Trip to Lake Compounce-
Our Senior Trip will take place on Thursday, June 12th at Lake Compounce. Completed permission forms are due by Tuesday, June 4th.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Mrs. Doherty (kdoherty@northsalemschools.org).

The North Salem Jr/Sr prom is scheduled for Thursday June 5, 2025. As costs have risen for the venue, food, and entertainment the Jr/Sr class has increased its fundraising efforts to defray costs as much as possible. Even the smallest donation can make a difference!

• Premier Plus: $1000+
• Platinum Sponsor: $500
• Gold sponsor: $250
• Silver sponsor $100
• Friends of North Salem (any denomination up to $100)

Please contact Allie Bratt, albratt@northsalemschools.org or Anne Bratt, abratt@northsalemschools.org to support our junior/senior prom.

Thank You to those who are able to donate to support our students and bring the price of the prom down! As prices continue to rise for the venue, the entertainment, and decorations, your support is so appreciated!!

Platinum Sponsor:

North Salem Teacher's Association (NSTA)

North Salem Athletic Booster Club

Silver Sponsor:

Linda Newman

Anonymous Donor

Vanessa Moreira

Friends of North Salem:

Anonymous Donor

North Salem Junior, Joey Centofanti, hopes to make a positive impact on the community by helping fundraise for Northern Westchester Hospital's construction of a Behavioral Health Center, providing essential care for students who are in immediate need of medical attention for mental health purposes.

Please see his letter below with more information.

Click HERE to donate.

The NSHS Business Club Needs Your Help!

The NSHS Business Club, which was founded last year, is officially launching their first student-led business! Help support the club by purchasing their new product: the customizable snack bundle! This is a great way to treat your child, whether it be they're preparing for long sports practices or they deserve a reward after a difficult test. Each bundle will be $5, which includes your child's choice of a drink, chips, cookies, and candy!

To pre-order a snack bundle, send your child in with CASH or a CHECK and they can customize their bundle at the Business Club booth during a free period/lunch! The booth will be open Tuesdays starting April 1st.

If there are any further questions, feel free to reach out to us through our socials or email our advisor, Ms. Willis, at mwillis@northsalemschools.org:

Instagram: nsbusinessclub

Facebook: Search "NS Business Club"

Sincerely,

Sean Canellos and Samantha Tello

NSHS Business Club Co-Presidents

What Is ADHD Paralysis?

If you have a teenager with ADHD, you might be familiar with a deeply frustrating phenomenon called ADHD paralysis — when your child doesn’t do something (maybe something important!) and their only explanation is that they simply ... can’t. ADHD paralysis isn’t an actual form of paralysis, just a powerful feeling of being frozen or stuck. It can happen when a person is faced with completing a daunting task or simply making a decision.

This week at childmind.org, we have a new article for teens on ADHD paralysis, which happens when multiple challenges related to ADHD collide — including procrastination, trouble getting started, and difficulties with executive functioning and managing time. We also have resources on helping your kid with ADHD tackle their messy room and realistic advice for teens on how to get (and stay) organized. And because people tend to think kids with ADHD are completely unable to focus, we also discuss hyperfocus, the so-called “superpower” of ADHD, and how to harness it.

— Molly Hagan, Staff Writer

The MSHS PTO and the MSHS Mental Health & Wellness Fair are teaming up to bring graded 6-12 their first color-run!

REGISTER HERE!

College Essay Writing Workshops will be held at Somers High School during the summer. They have decided to offer students outside of their district the opportunity to participate. Please see attached flyer for details if you are interested. Click here.

College Acceptances are rolling in! To see a list of Acceptances please click here. Seniors, don’t forget to update your college outcomes on SCOIR.

Summer Opportunities: Looking for something to do this summer? Check out some options by clicking here.

Sophomores/Juniors/Seniors

The Southern Westchester College Fair will be held at the Westchester County Center in White Plains on Tuesday, April 29 from 6-8:30 pm. This event is hosted by Westchester-Putnam College Conferences, Inc. For information please email wpccfairs@att.net or call 914-739-2313.

The Northern Westchester College & Career Fair will be held at Putnam/Northern Westchester BOCES in Yorktown on Wednesday, April 30 from 9am-12 noon and 5:30pm to 8 pm. For more information please email dlividini@pnwboces.org or call 914-248-2450.

For a list of attending colleges for both dates, please click here.

Juniors:

Which SUNY are you?

You and your family are invited to join SUNY for an online group information session. You will have the opportunity to explore The State University of New York -- the campuses, academic programs, application and admissions process, financial assistance, the Excelsior Scholarship and more! During the session, you will be able to send your questions via live chat. Links to various dates can be found here.

Seniors:

· Scholarship Opportunities - Lots of updates have been made! To view available scholarship opportunities, please click here.

· The 2025-26 FAFSA form is live! The U.S. Department of Education has now expanded access to everyone during the current beta testing period prior to the official launch on Dec. 1. Students can now file and submit their FAFSA form. They are encouraged to log in to their studentaid.gov account and get started today. Students and their parents will need to create their FSA ID before completing the FAFSA; to do so, please go to https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch . The deadline to file is June 30, 2025.

· NY State Financial Aid Agency

The Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) is New York State’s student financial aid agency. They award nearly $1 billion in financial aid to students each year. Please click here to learn more about what programs they offer.

Hello MS/HS Families,

Important information regarding ticks and seasonal allergies is just a click away. Please take a moment to click on the link: IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON TICKS AND SEASONAL ALLERGIES

WHAT'S IN YOUR FOOD WHEN YOU HEAT IT IN PLASTIC? MICROPLASTICS!

Microplastics are tiny plastic particles, less than 5 millimeters in size, originating from the breakdown of larger plastic items and found in various environments, including water, soil, and even our bodies.

Microplastics in humans may lead to serious health issues, including various cancers, respiratory disorders, and inflammatory bowel disease.

Please click on the link for important information :

"Parenting in the age of Microplastics"

Important Nutritional Information:

Ex-FDA Food Expert Reveals Worst Cereal In America with Link to Cancer.

Please click on the YouTube link for further information:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPzjspzVpLg

Social Media:

Time To Break Our "Tik" Fever-Addictive app knows US kids at risk.

As TikTok gains more acceptance among youth, there is growing concern among parents, policymakers, and clinicians about the actual impact the platform is having on the mental health of youth. Click Here for important information.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Each household is eligible to receive four at-home test kits, which can be requested from COVIDTests.gov. They’ll be shipped for free through the US Postal Service.

FLU SEASON IS HERE! - Click here for important information

Helpful Information:

• Absence from School: Contact the attendance office at x 2165 or mshsattendance@northsalemschools.org to report your student's absence. Do not hesitate to contact me at x 2017 to discuss your child's illness. I'm happy to answer any questions and address our concerns.

• When to keep your child home from school: Please click here for information about when you should keep your child home from school.

• Immunization Requirements for Students in Grades 6-12: Click here for information regarding the "2024-2025 School Year New York State Immunization Requirements for School Entrance/Attendance.

• Mandatory Physical Examinations: The New York State Education Department (NYSED) requires a physical exam for new entrants and students in Grades: Pre-K, K 1,3,5,7,9, and 11. Students who wish to participate in interscholastic sports (Grades 7-12) and for working papers require an annual physical.

Click here to read important information and access forms pertaining to Health Examinations, Medication Administration and Allergy Action Plans.

I know this information can be confusing. Please don't hesitate to contact me, I'm happy to answer any questions and address your concerns.

Stay well,

Rita Driscoll, R.N.BSN

MSHS School Nurse / 914-669-5414 x2017 / rdriscoll@northsalemschools.org

Athletic News for Week of April 28-

CONGRATULATIONS Max Cotrone- All State Honorable Mention- Boys Basketball

Max Cotrone, Junior- was recently named All State Honorable Mention for the Boys Basketball season by the NYS Sports Writers Association.

Congratulations Max!

UNIFIED BASKETBALL HOME GAMES

Come out and support the TIGERS in their home games this week at the NSHS

Wednesday, April 30th vs. Mahopac @ 4:00pm

Friday, May 1st 4:00pm vs. Croton Harmon

SAVE THE DATE- SALEM FEST Saturday, MAY 3rd

Track and Field @ Somers Big Red Invitational 9am

Senior Recognition was Thursday, April 24th z

Veronica Benvenuto and Tyler Spar

Freshman Baseball @ Somers vs. Fox Lane 11am

12:15pm NS Youth Lacrosse vs. New Fairfield

Tiger Stadium

Boys Lacrosse vs. Port Chester 2pm

Congratulations Seniors!

Malachi Andrews

Al Brojaj

Michael Bonelli

Dillon Coughlan

Jack Fryer

John Gogo

Justin Major

George Naber

Nick Naber

Ryan Vorfi

Varsity Softball 3:00pm Game Time vs. Pawling

Congratulations Seniors!

Ana Brewster

Chloe Matt

Avery Schoenberg

***NS Youth Softball Players Grades 3/4 Scorchers will be present to support the Tigers.

JV Baseball vs. RCK @ Somers 10am and 12:30 Noon (Doubleheader)

Varsity Baseball @ Carmel 3pm

NS Youth Lacrosse vs. John Jay

Tiger Stadium

Girls Lacrosse vs. Pawling 6pm

Congratulations Seniors!

Sophia Aversano

Nicky Berganza

Taylor Fogle

Ruby Molina

Samantha Yoel

COLLEGE BOUND RECOGNITION DAY- Congratulations Malachi Andrews!

Monday, MAY 5th 2:30pm HS Gymnasium

Malachi Andrews will be playing Division 3 Men's Lacrosse at SUNY Cobleskill.

Please come and celebrate Malachi with his family and friends on Monday at dismissal in the HS gymnasium. The Booster Club will be providing refreshments.

2025-2026 TENTATIVE START DATES

Fall Season 2025

Football August 23, 2025 Section One Approved to start 8/23rd

High School August 25, 2025 Section One Approved to start 8/25th

Modified September 8th, 2025

Winter Season 2025-2026

High School November 17th,2025

Modified December 1, 2025

Modified Ice Hockey TBA

Unified Sports 2026
Bowling March 3rd, 2026

Basketball April 7th, 2026

Spring Season 2026

March 16th, 2026 ***Pending NYSPHSAA and Section One Approval 3/9/25

Modified April 6th, 2026

North Salem Athletic Calendar: https://northsalemcentral.tandem.co/

*All practices and games are posted on the Athletic Calendar. Subscribe for notifications regarding date/time/locations.

FITNESS CENTER- OPEN!

The fitness center will be open Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays throughout the school year from 3:00-4:00pm for students in Grades 7-12. All students are required to sign in with the teacher and remain in the Fitness Center until the end of the session. In the event that transportation is needed, there is a late bus at 3:45pm. Sneakers and athletic attire are required.

LIVE STREAMING- Live streaming is available at both the HS Gymnasium and Tiger Stadium- Turf Field Local Live Link

TIGER STADIUM- Tiger Stadium Rules

SPORTS YOU: Please subscribe to Sports You and enter your code for the sport that you have signed up for in Family ID. All HS and MS coaching staff will be communicating to our families through this platform. Link: sportsyou.com **The codes are the same from each school year for each level of the sport.

GO TIGERS!

Sincerely,

Denise M. Kiernan, CAA

Director of Health, Physical Education and Athletics

Register to become a PTO Member to have access to our directory, signups and store.

MSHS PTO MEMBERSHIP TOOLKIT

Friends of the Ruth Keeler Memorial Library is in need of bakers! The bake sale at the Library Fair is one of our largest fundraisers of the year and it kicks off on May 10th. We truly appreciate your incredible contributions; your baking always helps make these events a great success.

Please note that baked goods can be dropped off at the library on Friday, May 9th, during regular hours. If that isn’t convenient, drop-off on the day of the fair is available starting at 9 a.m.

To make signing up easier, I’ve included a link to our SignUpGenius page where you can indicate your participation.

Thank you for your continued support of our library and community.

Best,
Jennifer Gileno, Sae Ortiz, and Fran Havard

(have questions, send me an email franceshavard@outlook.com)

⚽Memorial Day 5v5 Soccer Tournament ⚽

To Benefit Tunnel to Towers Foundation

Join us this Memorial Day as we honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our great nation. After the parade and hot dogs, lace up your cleats for a fun and meaningful 5v5 short-sided soccer tournament— all in support of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, which assists military heroes and their families.

📆 Date: Memorial Day
⏰ Kickoff: 12:00 PM (after the parade and hot dogs)
📍 Location: Purdys Field

💵Entry Fee: $25 per team
👥Team Size: 5v5 (up to 20 teams)
🎯All proceeds go directly to Tunnel to Towers

🏆 Prizes:

• First Place Team: Free Pizza!🍕 AND BRAGGING RIGHTS
  
• Best Costume: Box of Donuts! 🍩
  

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