1/14/2025 Letter to the Community

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January 14, 2025

Dear TUFSD Families and Staff,

Our first official week of the new year was quite a busy one. From exciting athletic events to important milestones in our students' journeys, we’ve witnessed the incredible spirit of our district.

Over the weekend, our Horseman Family Saturday event brought our community together. Our athletes, who competed in various events, did so with heart, and their dedication is inspiring—all of this showing once again how strong and connected we are as a district.

It’s always uplifting to see our young people pushing themselves toward their goals, whether through academic challenges or personal growth. Thank you to everyone who makes these moments possible.

We’re excited for the achievements and opportunities ahead, especially with our upcoming middle school production of Shrek, Jr.!

Sincerely,

Dr. Raymond Sanchez

Topic: Update on the Upcoming Bond Project & Reopening of Tappan Hill School
Date: Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Online via Zoom

Stay informed about our district’s exciting initiatives! This webinar will cover:

• The Latest Updates on the Bond Project: Get up-to-date information on progress and key developments.

• Details on the Reopening of Tappan Hill School: Learn more about the plans to reopen Tappan September 2025: with upcoming 1st graders attending school there.

• Q&A Session: Have your questions answered live by district representatives.

This is a great opportunity for parents, staff, and community members to stay engaged and learn more about our shared vision for the future.

With the upcoming Reopening of Tappan Hill, we anticipate a need to change some of our school start times. We have been studying the various options that might exist. As soon as we have some options, we will begin to engage our community and staff.

Approximately 90 students and their families attended College Night for Juniors last night at Sleepy Hollow HS. College guidebooks and Naviance registration cards were provided to all in attendance. Most importantly, students and parents were able to better understand how the admissions process works directly from Craig Broccoli, Admissions Counselor at Binghamton University, along with the SHHS Counseling Department.

The Class of 2026 asked some great questions and are better prepared to take on this process.

On Friday, January 10, Sleepy Hollow High School hosted "A Night for Suicide Awareness," featuring an exciting basketball matchup between Sleepy Hollow and Saunders High School. The event included a special halftime opportunity where participants could attempt a half-court shot to win Mr. Arias's parking spot.

Peggy Noonan, from the Kevin Noonan Jr. Foundation, delivered an impactful message on suicide awareness between the JV and Varsity games. It was an inspiring evening that brought the community together for an important cause.

🎉 Congratulations to our esports team on their winning jersey design! 🏆 The trophy will be proudly displayed outside the middle school library. 📚✨

Over the weekend, our Cheer team shined, earning an impressive 3rd place at their very first competition of the year! 🎉🙌 Way to go, Horsemen! 🐴💙

What a fantastic way to start the year! Our families came together to enjoy delicious food, engaging activities, and thoughtful gifts. A huge thank-you to everyone who contributed to making this past Horseman Family Saturday event such a success.

We’re already looking forward to seeing you at our next gathering in February—stay tuned for details!

Sleepy Hollow High School students participated in Junior College Night on Monday, January 13, where counselors hosted a presentation designed to prepare families for the college application process.

The Performing Arts Boosters are taking spirit wear orders for new items including new pajama pants for youth and adults! Orders will be delivered to students in about 4-6 weeks. The pop-up store closes January 27. Thanks so much for your support!

Order your gear now through the Sleepy Hollow Performing Arts

✨ Sleepy Hollow Middle School Presents: Shrek The Musical JR. (Bilingual Version)! 🌟

Join us for a groundbreaking bilingual performance that brings the magic to life in English and Spanish!

📅 Showtimes:
🎟️ January 24 @ 7 p.m.
🎟️ January 25 @ 11:30 a.m.

📍 Location: SHHS Auditorium 🎤🎶

Don’t miss this innovative and fun show for the whole family! 💚

Parents! Join us at the Eagles Club on Saturday night, January 25 to rock out to MomBand and Funk & Disorderly, featuring TUFSD parents. Cash bar. 50/50 raffle. Proceeds benefit the Sleepy Hollow Performing Arts Boosters.

Please dine out at the new Chipotle in Tarrytown on Sunday, January 26 between 4-8 p.m. Just show this flyer at checkout and Chipotle will donate 25% of sales to our Horsemen PTA, who support our K-12 students across our schools.

The Horsemen PTA invites you to an afternoon of ice skating on Sunday, January 26. We'll be at Westchester Skating Academy from 1-3 p.m. This is organized for SHHS students, but it's an open skate, so anyone can go!

The Horsemen PTA invites you to an afternoon of ice skating on Sunday, February 9. We'll be at Westchester Skating Academy from 1-3 p.m. This is organized for SHMS students, but it's an open skate, so anyone can go!

Please note, students grade 8 and younger need to have an adult with them.

Join us on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. from January 11 to April 26 at the John Paulding School for the TASH indoor Farmers Market.

📢Do you know a child turning 4 by December 1, 2025?

Our Pre-K Lottery Application Process is now open until February 14, 2025. Lottery results and waitlist notifications will be sent in early March 2025.

Read this newsletter for more information.

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