MSHS Tuesday Newsday

Dear NS Families,

The first marking period ended November 8th and report cards will be posted to Parent Portal on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Middle school students had some schedule changes for their 10-week programs, so a reminder to check semester two schedules online.

Boys Varsity Soccer is headed to the NY State Semi-Finals (and hopefully Finals) this Friday, we have 4 Cross Country runners competing in States this Saturday and a wonderful Girls Varsity Volleyball season ended with a great match this past Sunday at the Westchester County Center. Well done by all and good luck to those continuing.

You should have received a separate email regarding Parent Teacher Conferences which will be held on Thursday, December 5, 2024 and please take the time to sign up for these vital conversations about your child and how we can continue to promote the school-home relationship.

Check the calendar below for our HS Drama production of CLUE next week - the students have been working hard and the plot is fantastic...who doesn't remember Professor Plum or Colonel Mustard with the rope in the Conservatory....ah the memories. We have our own suspects here at NS!

Have a great week,

Mr. DiGrandi

11/12 - PQ & MSHS Combined PTO Meeting, 9:30am, MSHS Library

11/14 - Report Cards Posted to Parent Portal

11/18 & 11/19 - Sign-ups Open for Parent/Teacher Conferences (more info to follow)

11/20 - BOE Meeting, 7:30pm

11/21-11/23 - HS Drama Club Production

11/27 - Early Dismissal, 10:30am

11/28 & 11/29 - Schools Closed - Thanksgiving Recess

MSHS Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, December 5th. Please see the attached letter for important information regarding sign-ups and conferences.

Auditions _ 12/4/24 @ 3pm

Talent Show – 1/31/25 @ 6:30pm

Categories:

• Best Teacher Performance
• Beast Sports Team Performance
• Best MS Performance
• Best HS Performance
• Best Video

See flyer for sign up information!

November Breakfast & Lunch Menus and our new MSHS Deli Order Form

Please see the attached letter for more information regarding the AP Exams and payment.

Free/Reduced Application

The Teen Brain - Short Film (from the Parent Venture)

Directed by award-winning filmmaker Tiffany Shlain and executive produced by Goldie Hawn, The Teen Brain is a 10-min short film that explores what's happening in the teenage brain, illuminating that teenagers are super-learners with brains that are undergoing rapid and significant remodeling and development.

Based on the latest research on adolescence, and showcasing teens, physicians, and psychologists, The Teen Brain offers tools to stay balanced and navigate the powerful adolescent years. Find resources and discussion questions at letitripple.org/theteenbrain.

NORTH SALEM HIGH SCHOOL, SENIORS, CLASS OF 2025

IT’S TIME TO ORDER YOUR CAP & GOWN FOR GRADUATION!!

Please place your order online by Nov. 15th

1. Go to herffjones.com (Choose North Salem High School, North Salem, NY)

or scan the QR code on the attached flyer

2. Input your information & select your Grad Pack. You must purchase the minimum package- Cap , Gown and Tassel Only, which can be found under the Cap & Gown Grad Packs

3. Make your payment.

Only online orders will be accepted.

All cap and gowns packages will be delivered to the school for distribution in the Spring.

All Grad Essentials and extra memory tassels will be delivered to your home.

Parents of AP Students – AP exam payments are due by November 8th. Please click here for details.

SUNY Financial Aid Sessions

Prospective students and families are invited to join SUNY for an online workshop. General financial aid sessions will provide information about the cost of attendance, the types of financial aid available and the financial aid application process. Timely walk throughs will focus on steps you can take now to prepare for FAFSA completion.

During all sessions, you will be able to send us your questions via live chat.

• Financial Aid Session - Tuesday, November 5 at 6:00 PM

• Prepare for FAFSA 2025-2026 - Friday, November 8 at 12:00 PM

• Prepare for FAFSA 2025-2026 - Friday, November 15 at 12:00 PM

• Financial Aid Session - Tuesday, November 19 at 6:00 PM

• Financial Aid Session - Tuesday, November 26 at 6:00 PM

The Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC) is New York State’s higher education student financial aid agency. HESC awards nearly $1 billion in financial aid to more than 330,000 students each year.

HESC helps New Yorkers attain their higher education through the administration of:

• New York’s Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
• 25+ State scholarship and loan forgiveness programs
• New York’s 529 College Savings Program
• Financial aid outreach programs for students and families

For additional information, please click here.

The Putnam Transition Consortium and Brewster High School are co-hosting a Resource & Transition Fair for families and students with an IEP or 504 Plan. Tuesday, November 19 at Brewster High School from 4p to 7p.

• Explore Putnam County resources for education, recreation, training and employment, advocacy and much more!
• Meet representatives from a variety of agencies and service providers.
• Join break-out sessions for detailed information on diverse topics.
• For more information contact Jessica Baumann at jbaumann@putnamils.org or 845-228-7457.

Hello MS/HS Families,

Please click here for important information regarding Mycoplasma pneumoniae.

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 November 11-

CLASS C SECTION ONE CHAMPIONS BOYS SOCCER! Varsity Boys Soccer moves on to the Class C Semi-Finals on Friday, November 15, 5:15pm @ Middletown High School.

Girls Swimming Sectionals11/12th and 11/13th @ Felix Festa Middle School 4pm/ TBA

FALL END OF SEASON AWARDS INFORMATION
Varsity Awards- Wednesday, November 13th NEW DATE

High School Gymnasium 5:30pm

*More Information to Follow

Modified Boys Soccer NEW DATE Thursday, November 14th

WINTER SPORTS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Winter High School Sports Registration through Family ID has CLOSED. Please contact Ms. Kiernan if you have any questions.

High school sports begin on Monday, November 18th, 2024

(Boys and Girls Basketball, Bowling, Indoor Track, Skiing, Wrestling, and Boys and Girls Ice Hockey)

Registration for Winter Modified School Sports Registration through Family ID will opened on Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 and closes on Saturday, November 16th, 2024.

Winter Sports Registration 24-25

Modified Sports (7th and 8th Grade) begin on Monday, December 2nd, 2024
Registration Period: 11/2nd-11/16th

(Boys and Girls Basketball, Indoor Track, Boys Ice Hockey, and Wrestling)

All registration must be completed through our online platform Family ID. Late registrations will not be accepted. The registration portal will not open until the designated date of the registration period.

Please note that NYSPHSAA requires a physical exam date within one year calendar of the sports start date.

If you have any questions, please contact the athletic office at 914-669-5414 Ext. 2180

Visit the athletic calendar for more information:

Winter Schedule 24-25

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

North Salem Middle / High School is looking for full-time One-to-One Paraprofessionals for the 24-25 school year. Our 1:1 Paraprofessionals work individually with students with special needs and provide assistance (academic, social, and emotional) throughout the day in specialized classrooms.

The schedule follows the school calendar (Sept - June) and the hours are 7:15 am to 2:15 pm.

If you are interested in applying for this position or would like to know more about this rewarding work experience, please contact Dr. Kathleen Murphy, Assistant Principal by email: kmurphy@northsalemschools.org.

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

MSHS PTO MEMBERSHIP TOOLKIT

Put on your running shoes and join us for Run of the Mills Jingle Jangle 5K, brought to you by the North Salem LIONS Club! It’s a family fun run where strollers are welcome, and festive costumes are encouraged!

When: Saturday, December 7th
Where: NS Lions Community Center
Time: 8:30 AM Check-In

What’s in Store:

• $10 Early Registration includes a cozy mug or festive T-shirt!
• Hot Chocolate and Treats waiting for you at the finish line!
• Food and Coat Drive to benefit the Local Pantry!

Let’s spread joy and community spirit together! Sign up now for a day filled with fun, laughter, and holiday cheer!

Details and Registration:
www.northsalemlions.club

Get ready to jingle all the way to the finish line!